Off the Pitch

Khatam! Tata! Bye Bye! A fitting farewell to this year's partitioned IPL. Roars and whistles all over to sum up the domination this year. But on the other side, heavy praises for KKR for the way they rose from the ashes. Incredible turn around. Overall, an amazing exhibition of talents leading to numerous promising finds in this IPL. With all of this coming to an end, we thank each and every listener who tuned in to this podcast series and showing us immense love thoughout our journey. Credits to all the guests who took out their time to step in and sharing amazing insights. It has been a very refreshing experience to try something new and receiving support for the same. All these support was our motivation to be consistent and put in all the efforts. We look forward to be back again in some other format with some other ideas. Till then take care and tune in One Last Time!

Sensational - that's the word for KKR as they scamper over the line in a last over thriller. Robots which KKR have scouted this time have delivered their goods every game. It has become a cakewalk for this violet people, god damn it. Feel genuinely bad for DC as they were shown the door from a tough position, glimmer of hope in the last over which was broken into thousand pieces by Tripathi. So, it's Mahi vs Morgan now! Hold up as we go into the details in this episode!

Ee sala too, you won our hearts. Heartbreak anniversary for all Virat fans (only Virat fans) and ABD fans (cricket fans). But credit to KKR. honestly, for their total turnaround in the second leg and Narine for those 3 maximums. It would not be the right thing to put the blame on one particular person, but we can blame God, God of lightning and thunder - our inexpensive Thor. Nonetheless, RCB have been a great team in this year's tournament and cheers to all those moments where they shined. Hope they come back strong next year (trademark statement every year). Let's tune in to break down all the things that happened, or for RCB fans, just breakdown :(

CSK into the finals - same old story. Let's see who enters the final and wins it. Just kidding. But Congratulations CSK and all the best DC, but even now the trophy looks evenly probable for all the teams. It's gonna be an epic playoffs! Let's tune in to catch hold of what went wrong for DC and CSK sailed through in what fashion!

Cracker of contests to finish the league matches! Top class, electrifying performances in both the matches, something which was missing in this leg of the IPL. Amazing start by MI and an even extraordinary finish by RCB, results of which changed absolutely nothing in the playoff scenario. But, nonetheless extreme entertainment for all cricket fans, which brought smiles across billions. Looking forward to a great Playoffs as we decode the entire day in today's episode. Tune in!

Show-stealers everywhere! Faf stealing the moment for CSK, KL Rahul stealing it back from him (also the orange cap). PBKS stealing the limelight, showing they can also be in the playoffs. Chahar then doing his thing, completely robbing PBKS of their win. Then came KKR, who stole the fourth position literally from other contenders, and that opens the stage for MI who stole all the thunder available, let it be news, memes or whatever you can think of, they are literally everywhere now! As we told, the stage is set, and it is mightily huge, and we all are expecting some action! PLEASE GIVE US WHAT WE WANTED, a highly unthinkable, unbelievable, almost impossible result which we would love to witness. GAME ON!

Even though Virat opens the innings nowadays, he just loves the no. 3 position so much as we can see RCB sticking to it no matter what. Williamson yet again triumphing over Virat as usual. Meanwhile, we have things getting heated up for the 4th spot - as KKR take on RR who can decide everyone's fate. PBKS have a very very lean chance, but will definitely make the contest quite interesting. Let's grab popcorns and earphones as we almost come to the end of this season's league matches. Hope you are listening to the episode for some rib-tickling insights!

Slow claps! Whatta match, whatta play, whatta chase! Brilliant, amazing, awesome script! Oops! Sorry, I mean spirit. NRR stonks for MI and let's not talk about RR. Wednesday, we have Virat vs Williamson again! No no, in color jerseys. RCB aiming for the second position and let's not talk about SRH. But do tune in and catch what we actually talked about!

Old CSK - taking it deep and actually winning it. We miss old CSK. Kudos to DC as they climb first on the table. As they say catches win matches and yesterday we saw that unfolding. New day today, new challenges - toughest we would say - it's MI vs RR, must win game for both the teams. It's a 2 passenger, 1 parachute kinda situation. Let's expect some thriller finishes today, along with a thrilling episode of Off the Pitch! Tune in!

Heavy competition between teams, which means it's that time of the tournament when some teams will make it to the next level, and some would be left behind. We saw PBKS going down in a very painful manner, but in the other match, KKR continue their rise like a Phoenix! But, what we have today is absolutely nothing related to all of this. Today is all about Pride! It's Aloo Paratha vs Kotthu Parotta! Game on! Tune in! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

5 times IPL winners or 3 times IPL winners, no one cares! They both were showed absolutely no mercy yesterday as they were taken to the cleaners. This shows in IPL, no team is bigger than the game (or script). Table has gotten more interesting, waiting for it to get even more interesting as it's RCB vs RCB lite and Team SRK vs SRH. It's getting hotter! One simply cannot afford to miss even a single day (or episode), so tune in and tune in fast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Stunning scenes at Dubai yesterday as PBKS holding on to their match in the end, unlike KKR who couldn't hold on to their catches for some reason. Table has become interesting, let's see if it can get more interesting as it's a very crucial day for MI and RR as they play DC and CSK respectively (who themselves have absolutely no issues, as they're already qualified). Race for the top 4 is what we all are thrilled about. All the details covered in this podcast. Tune in! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Perfect script for CSK enthusiasts, no mistakes at all. SRH, also holding their position elegantly. Moving forward, it's Preity Zinta vs SRK today, must win match for both of them. Hoping to see who can inspire their team more for the win. Don't miss the drama, tune in ASAP! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

RCB are really playing bold, whatever they're touching are turning gold. No stopping them as they cruise towards the playoffs while RR are left hanging. Today we have, the most awaited match of the tournament which isn't going to change anything, similar to the bixby button in Samsung phones - CSK vs SRH. Everything about the contest right here in this session, tap and listen! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A very matured play by DC, aimed at not wasting balls by hitting them away outside the tiny Sharjah stadium, chose to not hit a single six. KKR taking unfair advantage of that, won the match. On the other hand, Punjab yet again, pulling off a defeat comprehensively as Pandya showed glimpses of resurrection. Looking forward, Royals take on Royal Challengers in an interesting challenge, which could change the face of the standings table. Tune in to catch all the drama! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

RR continue their losing streak, and SRH finally ending it with Roy bringing some joy in the orange army dugout. Speaking of orange, Samson grabbed the orange cap with yet another one-man-show. Moving on, double header Tuesday today, with upto 3 desperate teams playing for that one 4th slot. KKR takes on DC and MI play PBKS in what we think as a major table-changing extravaganza. Let's wait and watch (listen) what's in store for us! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Sunday Funday indeed! Thrilling scripts for both the matches got us all on the edge of our seats. CSK's usual late drama was back but credit to KKR as they really looked threatening at the end. On the other hand, it was a see-saw of events in the MI-RCB clash, only to end in a comprehensive win for the latter with Harshal bagging a hattrick and holding the purple cap even tighter now. As we move on from this euphoria, we have something which doesn't seem quite attractive, yet can turn into anything more than we expect! Orange and Pink armies confront today. Catch all the drama in this episode.

Choke-day Saturday yesterday. Both the chasing teams losing conveniently. But, let's talk about the upcoming matches today - 4 star teams, with star studded players and stalwart captains. It's gonna be a one hell of a Sunday. Catch all the gossips here! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Thanks to RCB's jersey color preferences, bloodstains were not visible as CSK makes it to the top again. It gets boring sometimes but okay. Weekend double headers are always fun! We have 2 young bloods taking on each other - RR vs DC in UAE scorching heat. And, in the evening we have two cool heads - PBKS vs SRH when the sea breeze comes in. Looking forward to an amazing weekend! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mom : Khana kha lo warna, Venkatesh Iyer aajayega! MI :

Pant's boys eased their way against the Fanta boys. Clean defeat. Moving on, we have an interesting pair - MI vs KKR, with a track record heavily favouring Mumbai. Let's try to understand where do KKR go wrong always here. Warning : Funny content ⚠ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Punjab Kings did a Nagin dance Bangladesh last night, holing it in the last over. First truly thrilling match of the second leg of IPL 2021, more to come hopefully! It's David vs Goliath next - DC vs SRH. Tune in ASAP to know more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

EE sala also we get to see similar things, but just in Blue Jersey. RCB were crushed by a KKR team who were 8th and down and now back in the race for the playoffs. Heavy competition for the 4th place, as RR and PBKS lock horns tonight. Stay tuned! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Did you really think we aren't coming back? Hello again, we are here to torment you with yet another series of entertaining and enthralling podcasts with Ratheesh and Aghilan covering 2021 IPL, yet again. Tune in to listen CSK vs MI Recap, RCB vs KKR Rehab and endless cricket Jihad.

Congrats New Zealand.

Don't even know what Day it was, the NZ innings continued after a usual rain break in the morning. It was like play stopped rain for the day. NZ innings got wrapped up and Indian innings started cautiously. Catch all the masala in this podcast. Tune in asap!

Second day, Ind vs Nz in England, overcast conditions, India batting collapse. Rings a bell? Making it worse is a great opening partnership for NZ. Join us to discover more of what happened and of what can happen next.

So, as we all were kept waiting on Day 1 without a toss being tossed, Day 1 was postponed to Day 2. Cut to Day 2 morning, the sun came out, when lo and behold, we had our first WTC final on the way! India put into bat, got to a decent start as we line-up all the things which happened as and how it happened with Laxman and Watson. Hit the play button!

WTC final is around the corner and we are leaving no stones unturned in letting you know that NZ is a great side as well (sigh). Tune into this episode for player-by-player short-study on NZ team and how we can crush them into pieces. This is the last of the pre-match episodes and will be joining you again after the final begins tomorrow. Fingers crossed. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's been a long long time since Varun Chakravarty went for a walk. After such a long time, it's good to be back in business. All IPL fans have gathered this time to cheer for the men in blue (now white) as we take on the New Zealanders for the final face off in the coveted World Test Championship. Thanks for the love and support we received during the IPL '21 which got us motivated to cover this tournament which surely is going to remain close to our hearts as a cricket fan. Joining us in the podcast is Mr. Watson and Mr. Laxman. Tune into this podcast as we breakdown both the teams one-by-one.

SRH continue their cracking form despite missing on their pro player Warner. Brilliant century by Buttler. On the other hand, almost a brilliant century by Mayank, unfortunately ending up on the losing side. We wish KL a speedy recovery. DC at the top. Next, we have RCB vs KKR, a fierce competition which has been postponed due to covid complications, We hope everyone is safe and sound in the KKR camp. For now please listen and enjoy this podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

10 min silence. Jallianwala baug was recreated at Feroz Shah Kotla. Pollard closed stadium's gates and started massacring the men in yellow. Credit to MI for putting on an unbelievable show. But next we have Williamson's men taking on Samson's men. And, Ponting's men taking on Zinta's men. It's going to be interesting. Watson joined in one hell of a conversation. Tune in asap. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It was RCB vs RCB yesterday and as expected RCB only won the match and everyone got a jadoo ki jhappi, Hence yesterday everyone was happy but today is El Clasico of IPL, the rivals will face each other and anything can happen today. Kiran the legend joined us to give funny insights of both the match. Tune in and enjoy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

RR and KKR both ending on the losing side exactly as we didn't predict. Gautam Gambhir sir would be proud of us. Meanwhile, it's RCB vs RCB 2.0 .RCB players are happy that they might get a hug from the other owner by mistake. For the first time in the history of Off the Pitch, we had 2 guests with us - Legend Lakshmanan and Slayer Sargar. Tune in and enjoy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Easy win for CSK as they make orange juice out of the opponent team. RR clash with MI in a fierce battle for a temporary 4th spot. And DC takes on KKR in the second battle of the day. Full coverage in this episode. Tune in.

Lost by 1 run. This was a lesson to everyone that SINGLES are important. RCB back to the top. On the other side, it is Rayudu vs Vijay Shankar. Watson returns to take the episode by storm. Catch all the action here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Low scoring game at Motera, boring as well. 2 points to KKR. Next match is going to be a good one. RCB vs DC, battle for the number 1 spot (for now). Our guest Prakash summed it up really well in this episode. Do tune in. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

2 min silence for RCB fans. Completely massacred in all departments. Jadeja, you beauty. DC managed to win the match in a super over last ball thriller. Thanks to great captaincy by Warner, SRH continue their superb form. Next, PBKS take on KKR at Ahmedabad. We have tried a podcast fully in Tamil. Anbu Sagodharar Ajith joined us in action. Tune in to catch all the fun. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Samson played sensibly, yes you heard it right, and won it for RR. KKR comfortably cruising towards the bottom of the table. Double header today, as two heavyweights take on each other for the battle of number 1 spot. Even DC eyes the same spot as they clash with SRH. Tune in to get to the details. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

One sided MI loss. Rare scenes in the IPL. KL plays his natural innings to seal the deal for PBKS. Meanwhile, KKR takes on RR at Wankhede. Rahul Pillai joins us for the podcast for a very quirky analysis of both the games. Do tune in. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

EE sala is really frightening. 10 wicket victory, table toppers, no losses, IPL is experiencing abnormal times. Moving on, Deepak Hooda is waiting for Krunal Pandya and we had with us our go-to-person Lakshmanan analysing all the possible scenarios. Tune in to know more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

One boring match and one supercalifragilisticexpialidocious match yesterday. Perfectly balanced as all things should be. Next we have the battle of Royals'. Let's wait and watch which team would Shivam Dube play for. Kiran, a pure RCBian joined us for the podcast. Tune in quickly. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Finally Mumbai Indians lucky winning streak comes to a hault as DC climbs the table to the second spot. Double header today, where PBKS takes on SRH and CSK takes on KKR. Another MI superfan Pawaskar joins us to explain how it really happens. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Easy peezy lemon squeezy. CSK toying with the opponents as they gain an NRR of more than +1. Last year's finalists play each other at Chepauk. MI superfan Sargar joins in the discussion to gain deep insights about both the matches. Tune in right away. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A thrilling weekend comes to an end. RCB stays at the top, SRH at the bottom and DC finding it's form back are some of the events. And, to know about all the events, tune in to this podcast to get an overview of the weekend clashes. Our main man Lakshmanan returns with his witty insights. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Rare one-sided affair at Wankhede yesterday, saw CSK unusually finishing on the winning side. RCB lite standing up to the expectations of their Red & Golden jersey. But, Orange army takes on Reliance Fresh at Chepauk.Eniyavan Rameshbabu joins us in the panel. Don't miss. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

PAISA VASOOL. Full Paisa Vasool was yesterday's match. Another IPL match, another last over finish. 16.25 crores - on your faces. Next we have the men in yellow taking on RCB lite. We had with us Dr. Watson helping us solve this case. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

ANTICLIMAX RETURNS. Official sequel of previous match in Hotstar near you. Yet another collapse, and yet another win by RCB, currently relaxing happily at the top of the table. In other news, it's Blue vs Pink. Lakshmanan returns too for a quick overview of all the events. Tune in asap. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

ANTICLIMAX. Yes, that's exactly what we witnessed in the last match. Complete turnaround by MI against a well set KKR. Meanwhile, RCB who just managed to cross the line are raring to go against SRH who couldn't. Joining us in the discussion is our friend and analyst Lakshmanan, where we cover all the syllabus regarding the same. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What was that? What the hell was that?! Edge of the seat thriller right away, PBKS and RR have now made it a habit to put on high scoring thrillers. Moving on, even if we don't wish to from the last game, is yet again a competition of heavyweights MI and KKR. Tune in to catch all the news with our new guest, Vikas Sharma. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Last night's game was off to a flier, with Rana and Tripathi turning it around and DK finishing off in style. All to end in an anticlimax with SRH failing to cross the line with 5 wickets in hand. On the other side, it's PBKS vs RR, and with that all the teams ticking off 1 match each. So, tune in to get the funny side of all the action going on. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app