The CricBlog Podcast

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) discuss some of the big talking points in cricket currently.Virat Kohli retires: An Indian and Aussie perspective on the great ViratAustralia's predicted XI for the World Test Championship Final: Is there room for both Cameron Green and Beau Webster?Gujarat Titans flying, but can they be stopped? Plus who will be the fourth team to qualify for the IPL 2025 playoffs?

In this episode, we delve into the latest twists and turns of IPL 2025. RCB have surged to the top of the table while Titans are not far behind with a commanding net run rate, while the Delhi Capitals are hot on their heels. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians are making a run for it after a poor start. Let's unpack all the action from the past week.

We at The CricBlog Podcast had the pleasure of interviewing Sparsh Telang (Twitter @_cricketsparsh) to talk about RCB's first half of the IPL 2025 season. RCB have enjoyed a promising start to the campaign, but have some things to sort out including their home form and flexibility in the batting lineup.

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant discuss the IPL. Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad get crucial wins - are they on the way back? Will the current top 4 make the playoffs?We also discuss Jake Fraser-McGurk. Why is the opener struggling?Plus, we had the pleasure of interviewing Adam Bell, host of CricketeersNZ podcast. Adam has fantastic knowledge of Pakistan and New Zealand cricket. He spoke about why Pakistan are struggling, predictions for PSL 10 and state of NZ cricket.

The 2025 Indian Premier League table is shaping up with Delhi Capitals (DC), Gujarat Titans (GT), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are sitting pretty in the top 4.Mumbai Indians (MI), Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are badly struggling with just one win each. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) are in close contention for the top 4. In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we look at the teams doing well plus whether SRH, MI and CSK can make a run to the playoffs.

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan and founder of cricket website cricblog.net) and Nash Sant (India fan and one half of the CricBlog Podcast) discuss the first week or so of IPL 2025. Specifically, we look at the teams who have impressed so far, especially Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals, who both have won two games out of two. We also look at the teams who have underwhelmed so far, namely Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad. What is going wrong for them and where can they improve? 00:00 Introduction and initial thoughts 03:08 Delhi Capitals 07:08 Royal Challengers Bengaluru 15:05 Mumbai Indians 24:42 Chennai Super Kings 30:09 Sunrisers Hyderabad 34:28 Quick thoughts on other teams

In our series of team previews for IPL 2025, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) analyse Gujarat Titans (GT). Can Gujarat qualify for the playoffs and then go on to win their second men's IPL title?

In our series of team previews for IPL 2025, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) analyse Delhi Capitals. Can DC win their first IPL title?

In our series of team previews for IPL 2025, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) analyse Lucknow Supergiants (LSG). Can LSG qualify for the playoffs and then go on to win their first men's IPL title?

In our series of team previews for IPL 2025, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) analyse Rajasthan Royals. Can RR get back into the playoffs and win their first title since 2008?Enjoy the episode? Be sure to rate the CricBlog Podcast!

In our series of team previews for IPL 2025, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) analyse Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Can SRH qualify for the playoffs and then win the title again?

In our series of team previews for IPL 2025, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) analyse Mumbai Indians (MI). Can MI qualify for the playoffs and then win the title again?

In our series of team previews for IPL 2025, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) analyse Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Can KKR qualify for the playoffs and then win the title again?

In our series of team previews for IPL 2025, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) analyse Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Can RCB qualify for the playoffs and then go on to win their first men's IPL title?

India fan Nash Sant shares his thoughts on the narratives towards the Indian Cricket Team during the 2025 Champions Trophy. He believes the negativity around playing in Dubai takes away from the fact that India are an excellent team.

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) preview the 2025 Champions Trophy Final between India and New Zealand! Specifically, we look at possible changes the two teams could make to give them an edge. Also, what are the key matchups that could decide the title?

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) review the Champions Trophy semi-final between Australia and India, where Rohit Sharma's team prevailed by four wickets in Dubai. We talk about the key moments where Australia faltered plus the brilliance of Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul. Plus, who could challenge India in the final?

Virat Kohli has surpassed 14,000 run mark in one day internationals with his 51st Hundred in the format. Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) talk about the Champions Trophy 2025 and focus on England vs Australia and India vs Pakistan.

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant preview the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy to be held in Pakistan and UAE!Specifically, we go through our main predictions, discussing the key contenders plus teams we think will disappoint.

Check out the latest episode of the CricBlog Podcast! In this episode, Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant review: Australia's 2-0 series win: Brilliant Steve Smith and Alex Carey, but Marnus Labuschagne concerns remain. Plus, praise for Nathan Lyon and Matt Kuhnemann.IND vs ENG ODI series review: Rohit Sharma's excellent 119 (90) in the 2nd ODI at Cuttack. Plus, we discuss the upcoming Champions Trophy.Check out CricBlog: https://cricblog.net

The CricBlog Podcast is back for another year! In this episode, Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant review: Australia's huge Test win in Galle by an innings and 242 runs Australia win the Women's Ashes 16-0 after thumping win at the MCGIndia beat England 4-1 in the T20Is: Abhishek Sharma smacks 135 off 54 at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant review Australia's 3-1 win in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy! It is Australia's first BGT win since 2014/15 and they now hold every bilateral trophy plus World Test Championship and ODI World Cup.

Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant review an action-packed day at the SCG. The 1st day of the 5th BGT Test belonged to Australia after bowling India out for 185. However, Jasprit Bumrah is on song again, dismissing Usman Khawaja and going toe-to-toe with 19-year-old Sam Konstas.

Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant review an incredible Boxing Day Test match at the MCG, where Australia prevailed by 184 runs. Pat Cummins' team sealed victory in dramatic fashion, taking seven wickets in the final session to take a 2-1 series lead heading into Sydney.

Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) review a thrilling fourth day at the MCG. Australia collapsed to 91/6 courtesy of some outstanding fast bowling especially from Jasprit Bumrah, but recovered thanks to runs from Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland. The lead is 333 with 1 wicket in hand. Will Australia bat on? Can they take the 10 wickets needed? Or can India find a way to win?

Australia fan Charbel Coorey reviews day 2 of the 4th Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the MCG. Australia took control thanks to a brilliant Steve Smith ton and late wickets to derail India's promising innings!

Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) review a memorable day one of the 2024 Boxing Day Test. Sam Konstas announced his arrival to Test cricket with an incredible 60 off 65 balls, taking Jasprit Bumrah on with success. We also discuss (and debate) the Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas shoulder barge incident. Where does this Test stand with Australia 311/6? India fought back, but will 350 be too much?

Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) preview the 4th Test of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy - the big Boxing Day Test showdown! We discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both Australia and India, how we think the MCG pitch will play and importance of winning the toss.

Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the rain-affected final day of the third test and the big retirement announcement from Ravichandran Ashwin.

Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the fourth day of the third test of the Border-Gavaskar trophy 2024-25. Lower order batting and KL Rahul have saved India from a follow-on. Can India go to MCG with a 1-1 scoreline?

We discuss the 3rd day's play in the 3rd test in the Border Gavaskar trophy 2024-25. India has crumbled again to 51-4 in a rain-affected game. What will the teams and the weather bring out on the final two days?

Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant review day 2 of the 3rd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series where Australia dominated. Travis Head smashed India again, scoring 152 off 160 balls, while Steve Smith enjoyed a return to form with a century of his own (101). But, India were poor, and Nash is critical of Rohit Sharma as the reliance on Jasprit Bumrah grows.

We preview the 3rd test being played at the Gabba and discuss the pitch and the possible playing XIs for the two teams.

Best of BGT 2024/25 - fan reactions! Charbel Coorey, Australia fan and one half of The CricBlog Podcast, reacts to Australia's huge 10-wicket win over India in the 2nd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) at Adelaide Oval. Pat Cummins bounced India out with a hostile spell on day 3, but the great work was done earlier in the Test by the Aussies. In this video, I touch on 5 key reasons why Australia won (as well as why India lost) the Test.

Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the how Australia has just smashed India in the second test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.

Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the second day's play of the Pink Ball test. Travis Head comes off with a brilliant century and Australia end the day on top with a lead of 29 and India 5 wickets down.

In this episode, we discuss the Starc masterclass from, Day one of the 2nd test of the BGT 2024-25. What went wrong for India and how can Australia keep their grip tight on this test match?

Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) preview the second test of the BGT 2024-25 and discuss the possible final standings for the World Test Championship.

India thrash Australia in the first test of the BGT 2024-25 by a convincing 295 runs. Where to from here for Australia and how can India edge ahead in the pink ball test?

In our review of Day 3, we discuss Cummins' captaincy and what has India done right so far?

Day 2 of the First test of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India fan Nash Sant and Australia fan Charbel Coorey discuss an incredible batting display by Jaiswal and KL Rahul. Australia were clueless and didn't have a Plan B. We touch on Australia's worries and where it's going wrong for them.

In our first review video of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India fan Nash Sant and Australia fan Charbel Coorey discuss an incredible day at Perth where 17 wickets fell. Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana were far too good for Australia, who fell to 67/7 in response to India's 150.We touch on Australia's batting worries and where it's going wrong for them. Plus, is this the best Bumrah has ever bowled?Also, we discuss KL Rahul's controversial dismissal, India's batting and where the match can go from here.

Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the biggest rivalry in Test Cricket -- Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25.We preview the 1st Test at Optus Stadium in Perth, plus look at some big predictions: leading run-scorers, leading wicket-takers, surprise packets and series winner!

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss Pakistan's incredible 2-1 ODI series win in Australia. Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah and Mohammad Hasnain were far too good for an Australian team that was well off the pace in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. We also look at the controversy around the 2025 Champions Trophy. India have reportedly made it clear they won't be travelling to Pakistan. Should they be excluded from the tournament? Or would that be financial suicide? We also touch on India vs South Africa T20I series, where the Proteas won the second T20I thanks to a fine bowling performance and excellent 47* by Tristan Stubbs. Did India get things wrong tactically there? Plus, Nathan McSweeney has been confirmed as Australia's Test opener! Is this the right call? Should Marcus Harris, Cameron Bancroft or Sam Konstas have been picked instead?

Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss New Zealand's unbelievable 3-0 series win in India. Who on earth could have predicted it? Also, we touch on who should open for Australia in BGT and answer fan questions in our Ask CricBlog segment.

In this episode of The CricBlog podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) review New Zealand's incredible series win in India. What went so wrong for India and what did New Zealand do well? Also, we answer fan questions in the Ask CricBlog segment

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) review the first Test between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru. We also review New Zealand's superb win in the Women's T20 World Cup Final in Dubai and look at the Sheffield Shield plus Pakistan's great win over England in Multan.

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss what is going wrong for Pakistan after yet another bad showing. We also look at the Women's T20 World Cup and start of the 2024/25 Sheffield Shield season.

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) look at the 2nd Test between India and Bangladesh at Kanpur. Will India pull off a great win? We also look at Australia's series win in England and Sri Lanka's superb showing against New Zealand.

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) review day 1 of the 1st Test between India and Bangladesh. We look at the brilliance of R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja and touch on any worries India have regarding their top six. We also look at Travis Head's superb form after the opener smashed 154 in the first ODI against England. Sri Lanka and New Zealand are playing an exciting Test at Galle with Kamindu Mendis starring yet again. Plus, Aiden Markram needs to lead the way for South Africa against an excellent Afghanistan in Sharjah.

In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the shortcomings of Bazball, Australia's win in the 1st T20I vs England and looking ahead to India vs Bangladesh