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ESPNcricinfo Stump Mic Podcast

276 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratings

Zesty, peppy, clued-in, and with a distinctly subcontinental flavour, Stump Mic is your regular fix of cricket talk on things that matter to you, and things that you didn't know should matter to you. Featuring ESPNcricinfo's top writers and insiders.

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Episodes

Where is the spark?

April 23, 2021 12:02 - 44 minutes

RCB sizzle, CSK surprise, but the other franchises are still searching for their spark. Shashank, Debayan and Karthik look back at the early stages of the 2021 campaign.

A statement season on the cards for Punjab Kings

April 11, 2021 19:54 - 38 minutes

Ahead of their clash on the first Monday of IPL 2021, Saurabh and Varun join Karthik to preview Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings (21:37).

SunRisers Hyderabad are not dark horses, they are one of the favourites

April 10, 2021 20:07 - 40 minutes

Ahead of the first Sunday of IPL 2021, Sreshth, Matt and Gaurav join Karthik to preview Kolkata Knight Riders (1:10) and SunRisers Hyderabad (27:33).

Don't predict a Dhoni XI, just enjoy the CSK ride

April 09, 2021 19:38 - 27 minutes

Gaurav, Shashank and Karthik look ahead to Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2021 campaign, where they look to right the wrong from last season.

Delhi Capitals' charge led by India's man of the season

April 09, 2021 07:41 - 31 minutes

Shreyas Iyer is out with Rishabh Pant in charge, but Shamya Dasgupta and Debayan Sen believe Delhi can cope. They join Karthik to preview last year's runners-up and their chances of crossing the final hurdle.

On Mumbai Indians' minds: a three-peat

April 08, 2021 10:42 - 27 minutes

Annesha, Vishal, Debayan and Karthik preview Mumbai Indians' title defence and attempt to answer the all-important question - can any team can stop the champions in IPL 2021?

How Maxwell will impact Kohli and De Villiers

April 07, 2021 13:38 - 26 minutes

Gaurav, Varun and Karthik look ahead to RCB's IPL 2021 campaign - Kohli's move up the order, what's expected of Maxwell, AB's role and the importance of this season for Chahal.

Stump MIQ: Final

April 06, 2021 19:59 - 48 minutes

In the title clash, Debayan Sen and Mathew Varghese quiz it out for the inaugural Stump MIQ crown. Find out who comes out on top as quizmaster Gaurav Sundararaman sets his toughest set of questions yet.

Stump MIQ: Semifinal 2

March 15, 2021 21:23 - 38 minutes

Giant-killer Raunak Kapoor has his next target in sight: Mathew Varghese. But as both attempt to reach the Stump MIQ final, Raunak's on-going back and forth 'feud' with quizmaster Gaurav Sundararaman comes to a head.

India-England a perfect marriage of where Test cricket is at

March 06, 2021 13:02 - 37 minutes

G-Stats, Miller, Debayan and Karthik pick out the key men and moments from India's home series win over England.

Clutch Pant proves he belongs at the Test level

March 05, 2021 13:27 - 31 minutes

2021 has been a starring year for Rishabh Pant, and Gaurav, Debayan and Karthik look back at his latest game-changing effort with the bat - 101 v England at Ahmedabad.

The 'noise' around pitches is amplified these days: Manjrekar

March 03, 2021 15:01 - 34 minutes

From seamers to turners, green tops to dust bowlers, and everything in between, Sanjay Manjrekar joins Raunak Kapoor for an in-depth look at pitches and the key role that they play in the first-class game.

Like watching an extended highlights reel

February 25, 2021 17:06 - 30 minutes

Miller, Debayan and Karthik look back at a fascinating two-day pink-ball Test in Ahmedabad.

Like turkeys waiting to be shot

February 24, 2021 18:46 - 23 minutes

Is the third Test gone already for England? Andrew Miller and Debayan Sen join Karthik Iyer to look back on a dominant opening day of the pink-ball Ahmedabad Test for the hosts.

Bumper PSL preview: Are Islamabad favourites? Rashid's stint. And players to watch

February 19, 2021 09:43 - 48 minutes

Danyal and Matt join Karthik to preview each team's chances in Pakistan Super League 2021 and also pick out the players who will likely stake a claim for a T20 World Cup spot. Karachi Kings (4:00) Islamabad United (12:12) Lahore Qalandars (18:25) Multan Sultans (24:45) Peshawar Zalmi (30:26) Quetta Gladiators (34:45)

Ashwin nutmegs England for 1-1

February 16, 2021 11:33 - 25 minutes

With the Test series level and India in the ascendancy, Alan, Debayan, Gaurav and Karthik look back at the Chennai leg of a captivating tour so far.

Ashwin slays the pitch 'demons' in Chennai

February 15, 2021 14:40 - 26 minutes

Debayan, G-Stats and Karthik review a day that belonged to R Ashwin, whose century on home turf put India in sight of victory v England.

Trending in India: Pitch. Vaughan. Warne.

February 14, 2021 12:59 - 24 minutes

Alan, Gaurav and Karthik review a day when the Chennai pitch generated the most talk, as India took command of the second Test v England by the time the dust settled.

Sharma brings back memories of Sehwag

February 13, 2021 13:33 - 29 minutes

Rohit Sharma's swashbuckling 161 set India on their way in Chennai. Gaurav, Debayan and Karthik review their opening day efforts as the hosts look to level the series v England.

Jimmy is Jimmy yaar

February 09, 2021 09:58 - 30 minutes

Matt, Gaurav, Debayan and Karthik look back at England's impressive win in Chennai, which sets up the series perfectly.

India chasing the improbable again

February 08, 2021 14:06 - 26 minutes

Debayan, Matt and Karthik chat after a day in which 15 wickets fell, and set up the final one perfectly. An England win or a draw are the most likely results, but do Pujara, Pant and co have it in them for one more memorable push?

When Pujara benefitted from Pant's innings

February 07, 2021 13:30 - 27 minutes

Matt, Gaurav and Karthik look back at a day when England took control of the first Chennai Test between India and England. Plus, a bonus segment on man of the moment, West Indies' Kyle Mayers.

Making up for lost centuries

February 06, 2021 14:13 - 27 minutes

Debayan Sen and Matt Roller join Karthik to reflect on Joe Root's magnificent start to 2021 and whether the Test is already beyond India after day two in Chennai.

2021 could be a career-defining year for Joe Root

February 05, 2021 14:45 - 27 minutes

Matt Roller and Gaurav Sundararaman join Karthik to reflect on day 1 of Test cricket's return to India, as Joe Root continued his dominating ways in Asia this year.

Stump MIQ: Semifinal 1

January 31, 2021 18:46 - 34 minutes

It's always a nail-biter when Debayan is in action. And his semifinal v Ranji encyclopedia Chandan is no different. Will it be another tie-break? This match-up is a must-listen, with overtime a very real possibility.

Australia v India series review: Playing 'no fear' cricket

January 21, 2021 07:54 - 31 minutes

Michael Hussey and Aakash Chopra join Raunak Kapoor to look back at India's monumental Test series win down under.

India carry out an improbable heist

January 19, 2021 14:43 - 42 minutes

Depleted, but always down for a fight! KK, Debayan, G-Stats and Karthik celebrate India's Test success in Australia.

Why didn't Australia declare?

January 18, 2021 10:04 - 21 minutes

KK and Gaurav join Karthik to reflect on a day when Siraj and Shardul Thakur impressed once again and look forward to the final day of India's tour to Australia.

India's latest heroes: Washington Sundar and Shardul Thakur

January 17, 2021 09:56 - 29 minutes

Andrew McGlashan and Debayan Sen join Karthik to look back on yet another impressive rearguard effort from India - a constant feature on this tour.

Let's cut Rohit Sharma some slack?

January 16, 2021 10:28 - 26 minutes

Debayan and Gaurav join Karthik after a rain-shortened day at the Gabba that ended with a pang of disappointment as Rohit Sharma was dismissed in familiar fashion.

Rohit Sharma, India's second-most experienced Test bowler at the Gabba

January 15, 2021 10:47 - 31 minutes

Heading into the Brisbane Test, Rohit Sharma had bowled more Test balls for India than anyone in the XI bar Mohammed Siraj. Debayan, Gaurav and Karthik review a day where India impressed despite their bowling inexperience.

'This series deserves an Amazon Prime documentary'

January 11, 2021 12:36 - 29 minutes

Gaurav, Saurabh, Debayan and Karthik look back on a day when India were bruised, but braved it out to a draw at the SCG.

You gotta feel for Jasprit Bumrah

January 10, 2021 09:38 - 25 minutes

It was run outs the day before, and dropped catches on day four. Debayan, Saurabh and Karthik look back on Bumrah's bad luck, Green proving his worth and India's openers giving them hope.

Running into trouble

January 09, 2021 10:12 - 23 minutes

What's with all the run outs? Saurabh and Vishal join Karthik to look back on a day when India conceded a significant lead at the SCG. Also, is criticism of Cheteshwar Pujara's strike rate justified? (7:37)

'Jadeja is one of the first names on India's teamsheet'

January 08, 2021 09:56 - 31 minutes

Gaurav, Debayan and Karthik look back on statement performances by Ravindra Jadeja and Steve Smith with India and Australia on an even keel at the SCG.

Pant or Saha? ...or both?

January 07, 2021 09:31 - 25 minutes

A few missteps behind the stumps and in the field leave India in a spot of bother at the SCG. Saurabh, Debayan and Karthik look back on a day when Pucovski shined but Pant not so much.

MCG 2020 - India's greatest overseas Test win?

December 29, 2020 08:38 - 33 minutes

Without their captain, and after 36 all out, the odds were stacked against India. Gnasher, Shanky and Karthik look back on a Test when Ajinkya Rahane led the visitors to a sensational, series-levelling win at the MCG.

Australia exposed

December 28, 2020 08:57 - 28 minutes

Shashank, Debayan and Karthik look back on day three at the MCG with India not far from victory and Australia's only positive being a two-run lead.

Catch me if you can

December 27, 2020 08:53 - 26 minutes

Shashank, Gaurav and Karthik look back on a day when Ajinkya Rahane scored his 12th, and possibly best, Test century while Australia did themselves no favours in the field.

36 again, but India will take this one

December 26, 2020 08:50 - 27 minutes

India - under a new captain - bounce back from 36 all out to dominate day one at the MCG. Varun, Debayan and Karthik review the action.

36 all out - India's 'ignominious distinction'

December 19, 2020 11:48 - 34 minutes

What just happened! Gaurav, Debayan and Karthik try and make sense of India's lowest team total in Tests as they crashed to defeat in their day-night match v Australia.

Ashwin to Lyon - I'll see you, and raise you ...

December 18, 2020 13:37 - 25 minutes

Karthik, Karthik and Gaurav look back on a 15-wicket day in Adelaide, which featured a game-changing performance by Ashwin and possibly a match-saving one by Tim Paine.

'The best day of Test cricket in 2020'

December 17, 2020 13:14 - 25 minutes

Varun and Gaurav join Karthik to look back at a fabulous day one of the Australia v India Test series as the visitors lost their way under lights after Virat Kohli's run out.

Familiar and friendly so far, will Tests bring out the AUS-IND fire?

December 15, 2020 10:13 - 34 minutes

Daniel Brettig and Gaurav Sundararaman join Karthik to preview the Australia v India Test series, anticipate the selection picks and make their predictions.

Stump MIQ: Testing times

December 05, 2020 21:15 - 47 minutes

In our final set of quarterfinals, Chandan goes up against Mohammad Isam (6:00) while Daniel Brettig will attempt to eliminate competition favourite Mathew Varghese (25:54).

Stump MIQ: Kingslayer

November 25, 2020 22:04 - 52 minutes

The quarterfinals of Stump MIQ are here with Raunak taking on Hemant Brar (6:00), followed by Debayan Sen testing himself v Matt Roller (28:41)

An unusual IPL, with a usual winner

November 12, 2020 17:31 - 54 minutes

Gaurav, Debayan and Karthik look back at an IPL 2020 season that was different from any one that we had seen before. Apart from the eventual winner that is.

How do you beat the Mumbai Indians!?

November 09, 2020 21:19 - 28 minutes

Debayan and Varun join Karthik to preview Mumbai Indians defending their IPL title in the 2020 final against the side they have already beaten thrice this season, Delhi Capitals.

Sunrisers beat the odds and injuries to make IPL playoffs

November 04, 2020 00:53 - 32 minutes

Shashank and Sreshth join Karthik to look at at Sunrisers Hyderabad's impressive win over Mumbai Indians, sealing a playoff spot and eliminating Kolkata Knight Riders in the process. Plus, who was the player of the IPL 2020 group stages?

Delhi Capitals earn two shots at the final

November 03, 2020 01:01 - 27 minutes

Varun, Debayan and Karthik look back at RCB v DC as both sides qualified for the playoffs, and also look forward to the final match of the group stage, as Sunrisers Hyderabad aim for a spot in the Eliminator.