Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast
287 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -A podcast started by a cricket fanatic for anyone who is even remotely interested in Cricket and for the fans who ardently follow this beautiful game. I intend to talk all about cricket and keep you posted for some fresh perspectives and content. Follow us on Instagram and Threads @neveronthebackfoot and @neverontheback1 on Twitter too!
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75. An Interview with Arjun Hemmady of ‘Captain Khadoos’ fame
November 25, 2021 15:57 - 1 hour - 89.6 MBWelcome to Episode 75 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. On the podcast today joining me is Arjun Hemmady. He is a Mumbai based full-time finance professional with a deep love of writing and all things cricket. Arjun loves reading, watching cricket, creating and spreading memes and also does a bit of writing along the way. So let's hop on to understand more about him and his book, 'Captain Khadoos. His latest book, 'Captain Khadoos' is a cricket-based fiction novel with a background in mental ...
74. Discussing India’s FTP and discourse on Mental Health: A conversation with Urvi Shah
November 21, 2021 09:45 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBWelcome to Episode 74 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is all about breaking down India’s FTP (it refers to the Future Tour Programs designed by the ICC and the cricket boards in tandem for bilateral tours, etc) and the impact it is having on our players and the episode is designed in an interview format with Neha engaging in an insightful discussion on mental health and so many other topics with Urvi Shah. Urvi is a cricket enthusiast but in a different way. She has completed h...
73. India vs New Zealand: Tour Preview
November 16, 2021 18:13 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MBWelcome to Episode 73 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a preview of the series featuring India and New Zealand where we will witness 3 T20Is and 2 tests vs a formidable New Zealand team. We will be discussing some crucial pointers so don't miss out on this episode. The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor, Overcast and a lot of other platforms and so please do spread the word. Also, feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions for ...
72. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021: Wrap-Up
November 15, 2021 18:22 - 8 minutes - 8.41 MBWelcome to Episode 72 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a review of the two semi-final matches and the final encounter in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021 and we got to witness some amazing matches. The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor, Overcast and a lot of other platforms and so please do spread the word. Also, feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions for the already published episodes and recommendations for future topics...
71. Dissecting India’s campaign at the T20 World Cup 2021
November 14, 2021 06:20 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBWelcome to Episode 71 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. Our topic for discussion is dissecting India’s campaign in this T20 World Cup. We will be discussing some key topics understanding what went wrong with India this time around. The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor, Overcast and a lot of other platforms and so please do spread the word. Also, feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions for the already published episodes and recommendations ...
70. Men's T20 World Cup- Super 12 (Week 2 & 3): Recap
November 09, 2021 06:21 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBWelcome to Episode 70 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a review of Week 2 and 3 that encompasses the Super 12 stage in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup spanning 31st October to 8th November. We witnessed some quality encounters with these teams displaying their best to some heartbreaking losses and scintillating performances leading up to the semi-finals of this World Cup. The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor, Overcast and a lot...
69. Men's T20 World Cup- Super 12 (Week 1): Recap
October 31, 2021 06:40 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBWelcome to Episode 69 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a review of Week 1 of the Super 12 stage in the ongoing World Cup spanning 23rd October to 30th October. We witnessed some quality encounters with these teams displaying their best. Do check out @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and @neverontheback1 on Twitter for the latest facts, trivia, quizzes, terminology, retweets, fresh tweets and a lot more coming up this cricket season. The podcast is also available on Apple Podca...
68. ICC T20 World Cup 2021: Group Stages and Warm-Up Matches Summary and Review
October 24, 2021 06:30 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBWelcome to Episode 68 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a review of the group stages and warm-up matches of the ongoing T20 World Cup. Do check out @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and @neverontheback1 on Twitter for the latest facts, trivia, quizzes, terminology, retweets, fresh tweets and a lot more coming up this cricket season. The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor, Overcast and a lot of other platforms. Cheers. Stay safe and tak...
67. ICC T20 World Cup 2021: Preview
October 17, 2021 06:01 - 34 minutes - 32 MBWelcome to Episode 67 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a preview of the showpiece event that we’ve all waited for so long to happen, 'the T20 World Cup 2021'. We will be focussing on all the teams due to participate, matches to look out for, their tournament history and squad chosen in this packed episode. Do check out @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and @neverontheback1 on Twitter for the latest facts, trivia, quizzes, terminology, retweets, fresh tweets and a lot more comi...
66. IPL 2021 Wrap Up: Week 5 & 6, Playoffs and the Finals- Review and Analysis Episode
October 16, 2021 05:36 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBWelcome to Episode 66 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a review and analysis episode of Week 5 and 6 of this IPL with a special focus on the Playoffs and the Finals and brief summaries of those matches. We will be focussing on the matches spanning from 27th September to 8th October of this very exciting IPL. This episode serves as a recap or a review of the two weeks plus the playoffs weeks and the FInals and focuses on some crucial pointers. Do check out @neveronthebackfoot ...
65. Aus W vs Ind W: One-off Test and T20 Series Review and Analysis
October 15, 2021 06:33 - 36 minutes - 34.1 MBWelcome to Episode 65 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a review and analysis episode of the one-off pink ball test and the T20 series ft. India and Australia that recently concluded and was an exciting series, to say the least. Do check out @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and @neverontheback1 on Twitter for the latest facts, trivia, quizzes, terminology, retweets, fresh tweets and a lot more coming up this cricket season. The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Goog...
64. Aus W vs Ind W: ODI Series Review and Analysis
September 29, 2021 08:05 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MBWelcome to Episode 64 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a review and analysis episode of the Australia women vs India women ODI series that recently concluded. We will be discussing match summaries, opening partnerships and the need for good opening partnerships as emphasised by the skipper, youngsters stepping up, the coveted number 3 position in the batting set up, Harmanpreet Kaur’s unfortunate injury, spin department worries, tricky selection calls, Yastika Bhatia’s form a...
63. IPL 2021 Week 4: Review
September 27, 2021 13:09 - 8 minutes - 7.72 MBWelcome to Episode 63 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode encompasses the 4th week of the IPL that resumed on 19th September after cancellation in early May owing to the COVID-19 virus that spread in the bio bubble of this league. We will be focussing on the matches spanning from 19th September to 26th September of this very exciting IP and the episode serves as a recap or a review of the one week that has passed by and focus on some crucial pointers. Do check out @neveronthebackfo...
62. Australia Women vs India Women: Entire Tour Preview
September 20, 2021 02:44 - 30 minutes - 29.1 MBWelcome to Episode 62 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is all about a preview of Indian women’s cricket team's upcoming tour to Australia. We will be discussing the tour schedule, the highly anticipated 'Pink Ball' Test and the lack of domestic matches, the series being a points-based system and how this is a multi-format series, the squad for Team India, how Team India has had an ideal prep before the series and we also deliberate on Australia’s prep (or maybe the lack of it). ...
61. IPL 2021 Returns!
September 17, 2021 16:51 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBWelcome to Episode 61 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is all about IPL 2021 returning and an analysis of what to expect. We will be discussing the team-wise look at what the 2nd phase of the IPL means with respect to their position on the points table, the replacements, strengths and what worked/did not in the UAE in the 2020 edition, challenges this time around and potential playing 11s in this episode. Do check out @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and @neverontheback1 on Twit...
60. Analysis of India’s T20 World Cup 2021 Squad
September 16, 2021 13:58 - 29 minutes - 27.8 MBWelcome to Episode 60 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is an analysis of India’s squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2021. We will be discussing the chosen squad and reserves, MS Dhoni’s presence, detailed analysis and breakdown of the batting & bowling department, notable exclusions, SWOT Analysis and the concluding note. Do check out @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and @neverontheback1 on Twitter for the latest facts, trivia, quizzes, terminology, retweets, fresh tweets and ...
59. A Disheartening Loss and a Defining Victory: Review of Test 3 & 4 ft. England and India
September 11, 2021 15:29 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBWelcome to Episode 59 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a review of the 3rd and 4th Test match featuring England and India. We got to see two matches that were so distinct in nature and elicited different results. While we had a humiliating loss in Test 3, our team fought back and showed their class in test 4 setting the series up well and going 2-1 up in the series. We will be discussing the major pointers from the two tests that have happened with the match summaries of Test...
58. Decoding the ‘gifted star’ of women’s cricket: Jemimah Rodrigues
September 05, 2021 05:04 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBWelcome to Episode 58 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is all about Jemimah Rodrigues, a phenomenal player and a batter par excellence. She is an exceptionally talented player and with her birthday today on 5th September, this episode is a shoutout to one of the most gifted players in our women’s team while also giving you listeners an exclusive episode all about her. Do check out @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and @neverontheback1 on Twitter for the latest facts, trivia, quiz...
57. A drawn game and a memorable victory at Lord's: Analysis of the 1st & 2nd Test ft. Ind and Eng
August 24, 2021 15:19 - 28 minutes - 27.3 MBWelcome to Episode 57 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This is me Neha Shetty and I’m so glad to have you all listening in. This episode is a review of the 1st and the 2nd Test match featuring England and India. We got to see two high octane matches except for the first test that was poised so well for an Indian victory but rain played spoilsport and ensured we had a draw. But the unbelievable match at Lord’s quite made up for the draw and what an emphatic win registered by Team India. We go...
56. Litmus Test for Team India: Tour to England (2021)
August 03, 2021 14:31 - 34 minutes - 32.8 MBWelcome to Episode 56 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This is an extensive and comprehensive analysis episode of the one frontier that has eluded Team India in their pursuit of excellence and success in the longest format, their formidable foes England. Team India would certainly be looking to turn their fortunes around and come out with flying colours in the exciting 5 match test series. We will be discussing the Series in terms of the WTC Cycle 2021-23, a summary of the warm-up game vs Se...
55. Sri Lanka vs India: ODI and T20 Series Review and Analysis
August 01, 2021 07:03 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBWelcome to Episode 55 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This is a review and analysis episode of the ODI and T20 series featuring Sri Lanka and India. It was an interesting series for Team India as we got to test the depth of our bench strength, understand our strengths and weaknesses and build a strong unit for the upcoming WT20 and for the future. We will be discussing the brief highlights of the matches, problems with the Sri Lanka team before the series, how this series was beneficial for...
54. Eng W vs Ind W: Review of the ODI and T20 Series
July 21, 2021 15:44 - 34 minutes - 32.5 MBWelcome to Episode 54 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This is a review and analysis episode of the ODI and T20 series featuring England Women and Indian Women in what were some enthralling encounters. There were indeed a lot of takeaways while we can also reflect on what went right and build on that in the upcoming series. We will be discussing brief highlights of each of the 6 matches that happened as a part of the ODI and T20 series, India’s openers, Jemimah’s worrying form, middle order ...
53. Sri Lanka vs India: Preview of the ODI and T20 Series (2021)
July 13, 2021 06:46 - 24 minutes - 23.5 MBWelcome to Episode 53 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a preview presented by us for the upcoming Sri Lanka Tour that will witness some very exciting talents take the field. We will be focussing on the citicism about this squad being a second-string unit, Shikhar Dhawan as the captain and redemptions for others, our Squad for this tour and a mindset to adopt with some pressing concerns also discussed with respect to the openers, middle order, all-rounders, pacers and spinners...
52. Lights, Camera, Action: World Test Championship Final Analysis
July 09, 2021 06:22 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBWelcome to Episode 52 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is an analysis episode of the World Test Championship Finals that featured heavyweights, India and New Zealand in what was an interesting finale with some insightful pointers to discuss. We will be discussing how New Zealand finally tasted success, day wise highlights, lack of quality game time for Team India, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill at the top of the order, middle order conundrum, a focus on Pujara and Rahane, Indian ...
51. Pulling a ‘Draw’ from the Jaws of Defeat: England Women vs Indian Women (One-Off Test 2021)
July 07, 2021 07:14 - 21 minutes - 20.5 MBWelcome to Episode 51 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is an analysis episode of the enthralling one-off test between England Women and Indian Women that took place in Bristol from 16th June to 19th June. We will be focussing on the day-wise highlights, Shafali Varma’s debut, the duo of Shafali Varma and Smriti Mandhana as openers, the middle order not quite clicking, our bowling, Sneh Rana’s impressive debut, Deepti Sharma- the all-rounder who’s so underrated, Punam Raut and he...
50. My Journey (so far)
June 09, 2021 02:51 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBWelcome to Episode 50 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a trip down memory lane of the founder and curator of this Podcast, Neha Shetty who meticulously breaks down her journey so far. There are some special appearances and Neha recounting of some priceless memories and reflections during the course of the 1 year of this Podcast among a host of topics. Never on the Backfoot celebrates its 1st birthday today on June 9th and since our inception, it's been a beautiful journey. Ho...
49. The Wall of Indian Cricket: Rahul Dravid
June 04, 2021 14:14 - 26 minutes - 25.1 MBWelcome to Episode 49 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a shoutout and tribute to the one and only, Rahul Dravid. We will focus on a host of topics from his career that will help you listeners relive and cherish some of his most memorable feats and achievements. We’ll be focussing on how he’s coaching the upcoming team touring Sri Lanka, his early cricketing days, iconic knocks (across formats- Tests, ODIs and T20Is with a focus on IPL), his county stint, an unknown fact about...
48. World Test Championship Finals 2021: A Preview
May 30, 2021 02:55 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBWelcome to Episode 48 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is all about a preview of the World Test Championship final featuring India and New Zealand. I’ve discussed a plethora of topics ranging from what the WTC is all about, the lead-up, the venue, some common FAQs, India’s and NZ’s journey to the Finals, some troubles India has faced in the past countering New Zealand, the NZ threat, strategies for India to win the WTC, some interesting questions ahead of the WTC for India, Indi...
47. Eng W vs Ind W 2021: The Entire Tour Preview
May 26, 2021 12:41 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBWelcome to Episode 47 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is all about a preview of India’s women’s team tour to England (2021) and other pointers to discuss. This is a comprehensive analysis where we will touch upon a host of topics ranging from the backlash after the series vs South Africa, the apparent widening of the gap between International and Domestic Cricket, the delay with the announcement of the Squad, the selection, scheduling of the series, the Central Contracts announ...
46. IPL 2021 Week 3: Review
May 03, 2021 13:49 - 10 minutes - 10.2 MBWelcome to Episode 46 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This episode is a recap of an exciting Week 3 of this IPL. I’ll be predominantly focussing on the matches that have happened, best batting performances, best bowling performances, underrated performers, a look through of the table and where teams stand, the purple cap and orange cap holder (this, of course, updated latest till the episode is released). The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor, Ove...
45. IPL 2021 Week 2: Review
April 26, 2021 02:53 - 9 minutes - 8.88 MBWelcome to Episode 45 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. This is a review episode of Week 2 of IPL 2021. I’ll be focussing on the matches that have happened, best batting performances, best bowling performances, underrated performers, a look through of the table and where teams stand, the purple cap and orange cap holder (this, of course, updated latest till the episode is released). The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor, Overcast and a lot of other ...
44. IPL 2021 Week 1: Review
April 19, 2021 11:42 - 11 minutes - 11.1 MBEpisode 44 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast is out and the focus will be on the matches that have happened, best batting performances, best bowling performances, underrated performers, a look through of the table and where teams stand, the purple cap and orange cap holder (this, of course, updated latest till the episode is released). The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor, Overcast and a lot of other platforms and spread the word. Do check out @neve...
43. PBKS in the lead up to IPL 2021: An interview with Sudath Bharadwaj
April 08, 2021 01:46 - 28 minutes - 27.3 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 43 that's an exclusive interview with Sudath Bharadwaj on Punjab Kings in the lead up to IPL 2021. We've discussed about their journey last season, what went wrong, their biggest buys in the form of Jhye Richardson, Riley Meredith and Dawid Malan, the role of Shahrukh Khan as a finisher, the presence of a strong Indian core, thoughts on Mayank Agarwal and the purchase of Moises Henriques. Additionally, we've touched base on Fabian Allen, the strengths...
42. DC in the lead up to IPL 2021: An Interview with Pranav Murthy
April 07, 2021 02:11 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 42 that's an exclusive interview with Pranav Murthy delving deep into Delhi Capitals and a preview of their team before the IPL 2021 edition. We've covered a range of topics from their journey last season, their dream season till they stumbled to MI, their value for money picks in the auction, the addition of Steve Smith, their formidable bowling unit, investment in domestic talent, the role of Tom Curran, Prithvi Shaw and Shikhar Dhawan's utility to ...
41. MI in the lead up to IPL 2021: An interview with Shambhavi Chavan
April 06, 2021 02:06 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 41 that's an exclusive fan interview with the biggest MI paltan fan, Shambhavi Chavan. We've discussed at length about MI's magical last season, MI's mantra for success, the presence of a very strong core, the new signings this auction, the role of Bumrah and Boult, the smart buy of Coulter-Nile and Jensen, Jimmy Neesham and the presence of back ups and reserves. Additionally, we've delved deep into SKY and Ishan Kishan, the prospect of seeing a talen...
40. RR in the lead up to IPL 2021: An interview with Achal Gunjal
April 05, 2021 01:53 - 21 minutes - 20.3 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 40 and this is with our special guest, Achal Gunjal as we discuss about Rajasthan Royals in the lead up to the exciting IPL 2021 edition. We've discussed RR's journey in the last season, the biggest hits and misses of the last season, RR's disappointing season in spite of the firepower they possessed, the costly purchase of Chris Morris, the English trio of Stokes, Buttler and Archer. Additionally, we've focused on the other foreign purchases, the big...
39. KKR in the lead up to IPL 2021: An interview with Rishabh Jaiswal
April 04, 2021 02:54 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 39 featuring a very special guest, Rishabh Jaiswal who is an ardent cricket fan and a fanboy of KKR. This episode will basically revolve around KKR and it serves as a preview of sorts before the exciting 2021 edition. The interview covers a lot of topics ranging from KKR’s journey in the last season, biggest hits and misses of the last season, agonizingly missing out on making it to the playoffs, the role of Pat Cummins, Shakib Al Hasan, the domestic ...
38. SRH in the lead up to IPL 2021: An interview with Hariprasad
April 03, 2021 01:37 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 38 featuring a very special guest, Hariprasad who is an ardent cricket fan. This episode will basically revolve around SRH and it serves as a preview of sorts before the exciting 2021 edition. The interview covers a lot of topics ranging from SRH's journey in the last season, the biggest hits and misses of the last season, thoughts on the bowling line up this time around, the selection of Mujeeb and the presence of Nabi and Rashid, the role of J Suchi...
37. CSK in the lead up to IPL 2021: An interview with Joanna Priyadarshini Udaykumar
April 02, 2021 01:31 - 40 minutes - 37.7 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 37 featuring a very special guest and CSK superfan Joanna Priyadarshini Udaykumar. This episode will basically revolve around CSK and it serves as a preview of sorts before the exciting 2021 edition. The interview covers a lot of topics ranging from CSK's tumultuous journey last season, the biggest hits and misses, what exactly went wrong, the purchase of Moeen Ali, the addition of Robin Uthappa to the mix of things, the presence of Krishnappa Gowtham...
36. RCB in the lead up to IPL 2021: An interview with Krishna Chaitanya
April 01, 2021 02:36 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 36 featuring a pakka RCB superfan, Krishna Chaitanya. This episode will basically revolve around RCB and a preview of sorts before the exciting 2021 edition. The interview covers a lot of topics ranging from RCB's journey last season, the biggest hits and misses of the previous season, Kohli's role at the top of the order, the big releases before the auction, the mini auction and the big buys. Additionally, we've reflected on the strengths and weaknes...
35. India vs England: ODI Series Review and Analysis ft. Srijan and Neha (Part 2)
March 31, 2021 03:06 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with a very special review and analysis episode for the ODI Series featuring India and England that has super fans Srijan and Neha in this Part 2 discussing about Ben Stokes, the handy all-rounder, India losing the toss continuously and the pressures of batting first, KL Rahul’s dominance, Nattu’s death bowling, Mark Wood's pace, Rishabh Pant, the man we need in the limited-overs set-up, India’s shocking fielding in some parts of the series, players we sorely miss...
35. India vs England: ODI Series Review and Analysis ft. Srijan and Neha (Part 1)
March 31, 2021 03:05 - 51 minutes - 48 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with a very special review and analysis episode for the ODI Series featuring India and England that has super fans Srijan and Neha in what has been one of the best collaboarations of this podcast. It's a 2 part series that's outstanding. We started with a set of questions to acquaint the listeners about him and his love for the game. Additionally, keeping the ODI series in focus, we've covered a wide array of topics ranging from the summary of the matches, a speci...
34. Ind W vs SA W: T20 Series Review and Analysis
March 26, 2021 09:35 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 34 that's all about the recently concluded women's T20 international series featuring the Indian and South African womens' teams. I've spoken at length about the summary of the matches, Shefali Varma's form, Harleen Deol as an ideal #3, Jemimah Rodrigues' promising form, the prodigy Richa Ghosh, the ideal playing 11 for the T20 side, Rajeshwari Gayakwad and Yadav Yadav's impressive run in the series. Additionally, I've focused on Mandhana's captaincy ...
33. India vs England: T20 Series Review and Analysis
March 24, 2021 13:06 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 33 that's all about the T20 series featuring T20I heavyweights, India and England. The 5 match series was a competitive and very exciting series. I've deliberated on the summary of matches, the impressive performance of SKY and Kishan, Virat Kohli's glorious form, the KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan conundrum, positives in the batting, Bhuvi's return, Hardik Pandya's return as a full time bowler, Thakur's spells. Additionally, I've focused on the spinners...
32. India W vs South Africa W: ODI Series Review and Analysis
March 21, 2021 03:38 - 21 minutes - 20.6 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 32. This episode is a review of the ODI series featuring the Indian women’s team vs the very dominant South African women's team who triumphed us 4-1 in this series. Apart from one nine-wicket win while chasing, India batted first, we were bowled out for under 200 twice and in the other two games, we couldn’t defend totals of 248 and 266. With the Women's ODI World Cup just a year away, the performance reflected a sorry state of affairs. The lack of m...
31. India vs England: 4th Test Review and Analysis
March 16, 2021 02:31 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 31. This episode is all about the 4th test between India and England. After England won the toss and elected to bat first, the visitors were expected to make a good start and capitalise as much as they could eventually making it difficult for India to qualify ahead considering they were already out of the reckoning for the World Test Championship but fate had other plans. I've covered an array of pointers from the match ranging from England’s 1st inni...
30. India vs England: 3rd Test Review and Analysis
February 28, 2021 06:17 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 30. This episode is all about the 3rd test between India and England. India registered only its second Test victory inside two days, overhauling a target of 49 against England in the day-night third game to take an unassailable 2-1 lead. In a Test match that turned out to be the shortest since World War II, this India and England encounter witnessed a very embarrassing batting collapse as the spinners made merry and that was literally the story of the...
29. The IPL Auction 2021
February 21, 2021 04:37 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 29. This episode is all about the recently concluded mini IPL auction. The eight IPL franchises participated in yet another auction a few months after the end of IPL 2020 with a big season looming ahead of another mega auction. This mini-auction had fewer slots to fill, but some interesting players up for grabs after retentions, trades, transfers and releases in the auction. I've also focussed on some costly buys, franchise wise analysis and a lot mor...
28. India vs England: 2nd Test Review and Analysis
February 20, 2021 09:35 - 13 minutes - 12.9 MBNever on the Backfoot is out with Episode 28. This episode is all about the 2nd test between India and England. With their big 317-run win in the second Test at the Chepauk, India have levelled the four-Test series at 1-1. The victory was crucial for India in the context of the World Test Championship as they need to win the series at least with a 2-1 margin or better to make the cut for the title clash against New Zealand. I've focussed on Rohit Sharma's brilliance with the bat, India’s 1st ...
27. India vs England: 1st Test Review and Analysis
February 13, 2021 05:19 - 14 minutes - 14 MBNever on the Backfoot is back with Episode 27. This episode is all about the 1st test between India and England. Although we were on the losing end, it was still a very exciting match that we got to see and some key pointers that we can discuss. After the heady high of Brisbane beating Australia, India was back home to face off against a quality English side. A win will guarantee a place in the finals of the World Test Championship. I've spoken about England’s 1st innings, Sibley’s vigil at t...