The Edges & Sledges Cricket Podcast

On this week's episode we discuss India's huge loss in the Super 8s against South Africa at Ahmedabad. #IndvSA #t20worldcup #supereights

On this week's episode we discuss India's T20 World Cup 2026 wins against the USA, Namibia and arch-enemy (?) Pakistan. #IndvUSA #indvpak #BoycottBaadshah Keywords T20 World Cup, India, Pakistan, cricket, rivalry, Kishan, match analysis, bowling strategies, team dynamics, upcoming matches Summary In this episode of the Edges and Sledges Cricket Podcast, hosts Ashwin and DJ discuss India's recent victory over Pakistan in the 2026 T20 World Cup. They delve into the dynamics of the India-Pakistan rivalry, analyze the match's key moments, and highlight standout performances, particularly from Ishaan Kishan. The conversation also touches on Pakistan's struggles, India's bowling strategies, and reflections on the team's strengths. As the World Cup progresses, they look ahead to upcoming matches and potential surprises in the tournament. Takeaways India's victory over Pakistan was significant, marking an 8-1 record in T20 World Cups. The rivalry between India and Pakistan has shifted, with India currently dominating. Kishan's performance was exceptional, showcasing his talent and mental fortitude. Pakistan's batting lineup struggled against India's bowling attack. The match highlighted India's depth in bowling and strategic flexibility. The economic impact of the India-Pakistan match was notable, with high viewership and advertising. The hosts discussed the importance of team dynamics and player roles in T20 cricket. Upcoming matches in the World Cup could bring surprises, especially with teams like Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. The podcast emphasized the need for consistent performances from emerging teams in the World Cup. Listeners were encouraged to engage with the podcast and share their thoughts on the matches. Titles India's Dominance in T20 World Cups The Changing Face of India-Pakistan Rivalry sound bites "India has just defeated Pakistan!" "It's 8-1 in T20 World Cups." "Kishan was a class apart!" Chapters 00:00 India's Victory Over Pakistan: A New Era 15:02 Analyzing the Match: Key Performances and Strategies 17:37 Analyzing Pakistan's Performance 20:04 Team India: Strategy and Player Dynamics 22:52 The State of World Cricket: Emerging Teams 25:02 Zimbabwe's Resurgence in Cricket 26:52 Double Super Over Drama 29:02 Upcoming Matches and PredictionsAsk

Ashwin and Varun preview the upcoming 20-team T20 World Cup Preview! With lots of drama including Bangladesh's withdrawal and Pakistan's uncertainty around the India-Pak match, the world is ready for the cricket to begin! Join them as they talk potential upsets, likely semifinalists and a double click into team India's chances and approach.

On this week's episode DJ and Ashwin discuss the convincing 3-0 series win for India in the #IndvNZ T20 series. Abhishek has been amazing, SKY supreme as Kishan also makes a comeback case.

DJ and Ashwin come together to discuss yet ANOTHER home series defeat for team India at the hands of New Zealand, this time winning the ODI Series 2-1. Despite Virat Kohli heroics, Team India fell short to brilliance by Darryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips. With no shortage of talent, does Team India have a strategy or morale problem? Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2026 #CWC2026 Like and Subscribe on Youtube! Follow us on Social Media: https://www.x.com/1tip1hand https://www.facebook.com/1tip1hand https://www.instagram.com/1tip1hand

Happy new year! On this week's we discuss India's T20 World Cup squad - the inclusions and omissions and also debrief on the Ashes.

India cricket, Test match, Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, cricket analysis, team performance, coaching, player selection, ODI Summary In this episode of the Edges and Sledges Cricket Podcast, DJ Chak and Varun discuss India's recent test match performance against South Africa, analyzing the team's selections, coaching strategies, and the implications of their losses. They reflect on the transition period for Indian cricket, the impact of player selections, and the need for a more focused approach to test cricket. The conversation also touches on the performances of key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in ODIs and T20s, concluding with thoughts on the future of Indian cricket. Takeaways India's recent test match losses highlight a transition period. Coaching strategies under Gautam Gambhir are under scrutiny. Player selections based on IPL performances may not be effective. The batting collapse against South Africa was unexpected. India's bowling attack was strong but underperformed. The obsession with three formats is affecting player performance. There is a need for more test specialists in the team. Leadership and accountability in the coaching staff are crucial. The future of Indian cricket requires a strategic rethink. Virat Kohli's recent performance brings hope amidst challenges. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Test Match Expectations 03:00 Analyzing India's Performance and Team Changes 05:52 Player Selections and Their Impact 08:50 The Collapse of the Indian Batting Order 11:42 Coaching and Leadership Challenges 14:37 The Future of Indian Test Cricket 17:42 Reflections on ODI and T20 Performances 20:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

DJ and Ashwin get together this week to discuss the shocking and unexpected defeat of Team India by Temba Bavuma and South Africa. The World Test Champions, despite looking down and out at stumps on Day 2, managed to use their spinners to great effect and win by 30 runs. They discuss the pitch conditions and whether India went too far in favour of spin, Shubman's Gill's injury and what it means for the approach to Guwahati where India will be desperate to tie up the series. They also talk through some of the significant IPL trades that were announced this week, including a Jadeja-Samson swap! Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2025 #CWC25

Varun and Ashwin get together this week to talk about India's anti-climactic 2-1 victory over Australia in the T20 series, as 2 matches got completely rained out. With 10 games to go before the T20 World Cup, selection questions remain in the form of Harshit Rana vs. Arshdeep Singh, Shivam Dube vs. Hardik Pandya and what role Rinku Singh plays in the team. In the second half, they talk about India's wicketkeeping dilemma for the upcoming 2 tests against South Africa - While Rishabh Pant walks into any test team, Dhruv Jurel has made a huge statement in the India-A series, and would justify a spot in the side too.

India's Women celebrate a historic day as they are crowned ICC World Cup Cricket CHAMPIONS for 2025! After a thrilling semi final victory over Australia, they came up on top against South Africa with some heroics from Shafali Varma, Deepti Sharma and the entire team. Join Ashwin and DJ to celebrate this momentous day and talk about all things regarding the Cricket World Cup as well as what this accomplishment means for the future of Women's Cricket in India. Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2025 #CWC25

DJ and Ashwin get together this week to talk about some breaking news from the Indian Men's cricket world - Shubman Gill is the new ODI captain, and Rohit Sharma is out. While Rohit and Virat are still in the ODI squad for Australia, with one eye on the 2027 World Cup, will they keep their spots for the next 2 years? They also talk about India's crushing innings defeat over the West Indies in the first test at Ahmedabad, and India's Women's team with a strong undefeated start in the World Cup including an 88 run victory over Pakistan. Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2025

DJ and Ashwin wrap the dramatic #IndvPak final and discuss the highs and lows of a controversial #AsiaCup2025

In this week's episode Ashwin and Varun come together to preview the 2025 Asia Cup T20I tournament that kicks off in the UAE on September 9th, 2025. They talk about the conditions in the UAE, recent form for all the sides, and then preview the expected playing 11 for Team India. Will Samson retain his spot in the XI, or will Jitesh get a very well-deserved run for Team India in this Asia Cup? Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2025 #AsiaCup

In this week's episode Ashwin interviews Tim Wigmore, author of the new book "Test Cricket: A History". They talk about his new book, the longevity of Test Cricket, and the journey from the origins of test cricket to it's current day avatar with Bazball. Check out Tim's book in bookstores near you or online! Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2025

On this week's episode DJ and Varun talk through India's famous win at the Oval in the final #EngvInd test match to level the Anderson-Tendulkar test series 2-2 on day five.

On this week's episode DJ and Varun look back at the brilliant drawn test match at Old Trafford which keeps the #EngvInd test series alive going into the final test at the Oval. We talk Pant, Stokes, Shubman, Washy, Jadeja and (no) handshakes.

On this week's episode DJ and the Cricket Badger (James Buttler) look back at the thrilling third test at Lords. England won the test in the final session of day 5 but not before Jadeja and India's tail gave them a scare. The fourth test is at Manchester and India have some injury worries.

India has levelled the series 1-1 by winning their first ever Test Match in Birmingham against England! A phenomenal record-breaking batting performance from Captain Shubman Gill, with 430 runs in the game, supported by a 5-fer by Siraj and 10-wickets in the match by Akash Deep set India up for a great win. Going to Lord's this week, the series is beautifully poised.

Ashwin and DJ get together to post mortem the #EngvInd first test match at Headingley. We talk all the hundreds, the wickets and look ahead to India's combination at Edgbaston - can Shubman's team turn it around? Follow us on Social Media: https://www.x.com/1tip1hand https://www.facebook.com/1tip1hand https://www.instagram.com/1tip1hand

DJ and Ashwin review a stunning WTC Final which saw South Africa win their first ICC Trophy in 27 years, led by brilliant leadership from Temba Bavuma as well as individual heroics by Aiden Markram and Kagiso Rabada. They also preview India's chances in the upcoming 5 test match series vs. England which kicks off on June 20th - who will get a look in the playing XI? Shardul Thakur, Prasidh Krishna or Akash Deep? And will Karun Nair re-join India's test team after 8 long years, or will Sai Sudharshan get a debut?

On this week's podcast episode, Varun, DJ and Ashwin get together to discuss RCB's #TataIPL win! #IPL18 #viratkohli

Full house on this week's podcast episode, Varun, DJ and Ashwin get together to discuss India's test squad for the tour of England with Shubman Gill as the new captain! They also cover the #IPL2025 Playoffs Lineup. #EngvInd #IPL #MI #PBKS #GT #RCB Come play IPL Fantasy League with us! Direct Link: https://fantasy.iplt20.com/classic/league/join/31A0109@1 League Code to join: 31A0109@1

On this week's podcast episode, Ashwin and DJ get together to reminisce on the magnificent Test Cricket career of the great Virat Kohli as he announced his retirement. They talk through his impact on Indian Cricket, his choices as captain that defined his career and some of his greatest test innings.

On this week's podcast episode, Varun and Ashwin get together to a mid-season update of the #IPL2025 - with 6 teams in close contention for the Top 4 slots (#RCB, #MI, #DC, #GT, #PBKS, #LSG) while the remaining teams have a long shot to qualify. 14-year old Vaibhav Suryavanshi hit a blistering century to hurt Gujarat Titans in both playoff qualification chance and their ego. Come play IPL Fantasy League with us! Direct Link: https://fantasy.iplt20.com/classic/league/join/31A0109@1 League Code to join: 31A0109@1

On this week's podcast episode, DJ and Ashwin get together to discuss Weeks 2 and 3 of the #IPL2025 - as #DC remain near the top of the table despite incurring their first loss to #MI, while #CSK continue to languish in last place. #SRH will have some renewed confidence from a brilliant Abhishek Sharma century that made easy work of a 245 run chase. Come play IPL Fantasy League with us! Direct Link: https://fantasy.iplt20.com/classic/league/join/31A0109@1 League Code to join: 31A0109@1

On this week's podcast episode, Varun and Ashwin get together to discuss Week 1 of the #IPL2025 which sees #RCB and #DC on the top of the table while #MI have started slow again with 2 losses in their first 2 games. They also discuss heroics from Shreyas Iyer and Ashutosh Sharma, while #Dhoni and #CSK have fallen short in 2 consecutive chases.

All 10 teams covered in under one hour! On this week's podcast episode, Varun Ashwin and DJ discuss all ten teams in #IPL2025 highlighting their strengths, weaknesses and X factors. 00:00 Introduction 01:35 WPL Final 4:10 Kolkata Knighriders 9:30 Chennai SuperKings 14:45 Lucknow Supergiants 18:04 Gujarat Titans 22:37 Sunrisers Hyderabad 28:10 Rajasthan Royals 31:38 Royal Challengers Bangalore 35:42 Kings XI Punjab 40:24 Mumbai Indians 44:30 Delhi Capitals 54:00 Predictions

On this week's podcast episode, Ashwin and DJ discuss India's third Champions Trophy win, including the semi finals against Australia and final against New Zealand. #CT2025 #championstrophy #ct2025final

DJ and Ashwin talk the #IndvNZ match from this year's #CT25 as 3 rain affected results led to a disappointing week, especially for hosts Pakistan.

DJ and Ashwin talk the #IndvBan and #IndvPak matches at #CT25

DJ and Varun discuss the #IndvEng ODIs and look ahead to India's #CT25 campaign.

On this week's podcast episode, Varun and DJ discuss India's 4-1 victory against England in the T20 series, #ViratKohli's disastrous return to the #RanjiTrophy and look ahead to the #indveng ODIs

Ashwin and DJ get together to talk this week about India's 2 wins in the first 2 games against England's T20I side at Kolkata and Chennai. England are playing their first series with Brendon McCullum as T20 coach, and some of the effects of Bazball are already visible. They talk about Tilak Varma and Abhishek Sharma's heroics with the bat, as well as Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarty's good series with the ball so far. They also cover the return of key Team India test players to Ranji trophy - Rohit, Yashasvi and Pant had forgettable results, while Gill and Jadeja had memorable performances.

It's a full house this week as Ashwin, Varun and DJ get together to talk about the newly released BCCI 10-point diktat that is causing some challenges for the players, and has evoked a strong reaction from skipper Rohit Sharma! They also cover the squad for the Champions Trophy 2025 which sees the return of Mohammad Shami, but Siraj being left out, as well as preview of the upcoming 5 match T20 series vs. England.

This week Varun and Ashwin get together for the first episode of 2025 to review the crushing 3-1 defeat in the Border Gavaskar Trophy. The review the players, performances and discuss what's next for India's cricket legends in particular Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

This week Ashwin and DJ get together to talk through the chaotic, rain-affected 3rd test match of the Border Gavaskar Trophy #BGT at the #Gabba which saw India narrowly avoid a follow on thanks to batting heroics from Akash Deep and Bumrah - and then go on to draw the game.  The end of the test also came with the surprise announcement from Ravi Ashwin of his retirement from all forms of International Cricket. Ashwin and DJ share their favourite memories from his career!

Ashwin and DJ get together to review Australia's crushing 2 day defeat over India at the Adelaide Oval to tie up the #BGT at 1-1. They talk about #Kohli struggling outside the off stump, #Rohit having a poor return to the side and #Head making an incredible century to bat India out of the game. They also discuss potential changes to the Team India 11 as they prepare for the final 3 tests at the Gabba, SCG and MCG.

This week, Varun and Ashwin get together and review the second 5 teams from the IPL 2025 Auction. They talk through key retentions, auction strategy and outcome, as well as predicted playing elevens for #DC, #PK, #GT, #LSG and #MI.

This week, Varun and Ashwin get together and review the first 5 teams from the IPL 2025 Auction. They talk through key retentions, auction strategy and outcome, as well as predicted playing elevens for #SRH, #KKR, #RCB, #CSK and #RR.

On this week's podcast episode, Varun, DJ and Ashwin all come together to celebrate India taking a 1-0 lead in the Border Gavaskar Trophy as Bumrah's men complete a historic win at Perth. #ausvind #BGT They discuss Jasprit Bumrah's heroics with the ball, Jaiswal and #kingkohli's centuries, and the stunning 295 run victory over Australia.  With Rohit Sharma now back to join the side, and Shubman Gill potentially available for the pink ball test in Adelaide, where does Team India go from here?

On this week's podcast episode, DJ and Ashwin preview the upcoming Border Gavaskar trophy as Team India look for some positive results after a difficult 0-3 home test loss to New Zealand.  With Rohit Sharma missing out on the first test in Perth, can India pull off a miracle under Bumrah's captaincy, despite missing key players in the eleven like Shubman Gill and Mohammad Shami? #AusvInd #BGT #Cricket

On this week's episode we discuss the going #SAvInd T20 series and India's preparations before the first #AusvInd test at Perth

On this week's podcast episode, it is a full house as we talk about India's 0-3 home test series loss to New Zealand. This is the first time India has ever been clean swept in a home test series (of more than 2 tests). We will analyse what went wrong for Team India in a series which was to cement their position in the #WTCFinal and will look ahead to what changes are needed to get things back on track. We will try and answer the big question - is it all change for the test side and do we need to move on from the likes of Rohit, Kohli, Jadeja and Ashwin? Who will replace them? Where does this leave Pujara? #indvsnz

On this week's episode we discuss the second #IndvNZ test at Pune, where New Zealand led by Mitchell Santner's 13 wickets snapped India's 12 year test series winning streak at home (India won an unprecedented 18 test series at home since 2012). We discuss the Washington Sundar selection, the Indian batting collapse, Rishabh Pant's run out and India's top order issues. We also discuss Rohit Sharma's captaincy, Virat Kohli's future and look ahead to the third test and beyond.

On this week's episode, we talk about 46 all out, India's second innings recovery and collapse and then finally India's first test loss to New Zealand since 1988. We also talk Sarfaraz Khan's maiden test match hundred, Rishabh Pant's 99, his 107 metre six off Tim Southee, India's big collapse and New Zealand's canter home. Finally, we preview the second #INDVNZ test and congratulate the White Ferns on their #WWT20 victory.

It's a full house on the podcast this week as we discuss the #IndvBan T20 series which India has swept 3-0. We also discuss briefly #PakvEng and preview the upcoming #IndvNz test series.

A quick episode to discuss the second #IndvBan test match at Kanpur where Rohit Sharma's India broke team batting records and won the test within the two and a half days of play that was possible. We discuss how the #WTCFinal may have influenced India's approach to the test and also discuss the latest #IPLAuction changes and retention rules.

On this episode Ashwin and DJ talk all things #IndvBan at Chennai - top order fragility, another miraculous rescue act from Jadeja and Ashwin, brilliant Bumrah wickets, Gill and Pant hundreds, another Ashwin five-for and much more

The Edges and Sledges crew is back after a short break as India's Men's side returns to playing international cricket! After a few weeks off, as Bangladesh's tour of India begins with 2 tests, Varun and Ashwin get together to preview the squad, their playing 11 predictions and impact of Duleep Trophy performances on the upcoming tests. #IndvBan #IndvsBan #IndvBD #IndvsBD

It's a full house as we analyse the recently concluded #SLvInd ODI series. India lost 0-2 to stumble to their first ODI series loss against Sri Lanka since 1997.

This week we discuss India's tour of Sri Lanka as India tie both the third T20I and the first ODI while a loss in the second ODI sees them facing a first ODI series loss against Sri Lanka since 1997. Can Rohit Sharma's men prevent the #IndvSL series loss?