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Cricktake

Hassan Ali, Sharankumar, Roopesh A.

Cricket beyond the scorecard. Cricktake dives into the stories, histories, and legacies that shaped the sport. New episode every 10 days.

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ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 | England Squad...

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2026/02/13

England’s squad review for the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026.We analyse England’s explosive batting depth led by Jos Buttler and Phil Salt, their aggressive approach, and the impact of IPL exposure in subcontinent conditions.We also examine concerns around spin depth beyond Adil Rashid, death bowling consistency, and how Harry Brook handles captaincy pressure in a World Cup year.With a favourable group but tactical questions to answer, can England turn attacking intent into tournament

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9:58

ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 | Afghanistan...

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2026/02/13

Afghanistan’s squad review for the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026.We break down Afghanistan’s biggest strengths, including their elite spin trio of Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, and Noor Ahmad, along with their explosive top order.We also examine middle-order concerns, fielding lapses, over-reliance on Rashid Khan, and the tactical questions surrounding their Plan B.With matches in spin-friendly conditions and a “group of death” featuring South Africa and New Zealand, can Afghanistan once

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12:51

ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 | Sri Lanka...

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2026/02/10

Sri Lanka’s squad review for the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026.We analyse Sri Lanka’s batting structure, recurring middle-order issues, and their reliance on spin-heavy bowling in home conditions. The discussion also covers recent form, leadership pressure, and whether Sri Lanka can finally translate home advantage into tournament success.00:45 – Batting strengths & top order 01:45 – Middle-order concerns 04:30 – Spin bowling strength & conditions 07:20 – Bowling balance &

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16:29

ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 | Australia...

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2026/02/09

Australia’s squad review for the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026.We discuss Australia’s strengths, mentality, explosive top order, and their challenges against spin in subcontinent conditions. The episode also looks at bowling balance, over-reliance on key players, bench strength, and settles on a best possible XI.Note: This episode was recorded before the latest squad update. At the time of recording, Josh Hazlewood was part of the squad. He has since been dropped from the final group, a

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31:03

ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 | Pakistan Squad...

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2026/02/09

Pakistan’s squad review for the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026.We break down the full squad composition, batting and bowling depth, role clarity, and selection balance. The discussion focuses on batting combinations, Babar Azam’s ideal role and position, and why Pakistan’s spin attack could be a major advantage in Sri Lankan conditions.01:07 – Openers and Middle Order07:39 – Babar Azam and his role in the team14:38 – Wicket-keeping batters 22:41 – Bowlers 26:05 – Best XI #t20worldcup2026

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17:37

ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 | India Squad...

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2026/02/09

India’s squad review for the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026. We break down the selected players, balance, roles, and key selection calls heading into the tournament.Note: This episode was recorded before the final squad update. At the time, Mohammad Siraj was not part of the announced squad. Following Harshit Rana’s injury, Siraj has since been added to the team.00:23 - Strengths04:49 - Weak Spots06:49 - Opportunities08:42 - Threats12:15 - Best XI#t20worldcup2026 #icct20worldcup #icc

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38:40

West Indies Cricket: The Eventual Decline | Part 2 –...

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2026/02/01

West Indies’ decline was not sudden. It was structural, political, and quietly inevitable.Part 2 of this two-part series examines the point of inflexion from 1995 onwards, when dominance faded, governance fractures widened, and cricket slowly stopped binding the Caribbean together.From contractual disputes, player walkouts, and the rise of the freelance cricketer, to statistical decay across formats and repeated failures to qualify for global tournaments, this episode looks beyond scorecards to

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95:52

Cricket x Physics: What Really Makes a Great Delivery

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2026/01/20

What really makes a fast bowler dangerous? It’s not just speed, it’s the physics, biomechanics, and body sequencing behind every delivery. In this deep-dive episode of Cricktake, we break down the science of fast bowling, one concept at a time. From ground reaction force to the Ian Pont's “Four Tent Pegs” model, we explore how elite pace is created and what most people miss.Whether you're a fan, a player, or just a cricket nerd, this episode will change how you see bowling forever.0:00 –

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71:16

Cricket x Economics: Uncovering ICC's Motives

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2025/12/31

Cricket has never been just about skill or results. Behind every tournament, format shift, and scheduling decision lies a deeper game of money, incentives, and power. From revenue concentration to unequal growth, the modern structure of cricket tells a story that fans rarely pause to question.This episode of Cricktake breaks down the economics behind ICC’s decisions. Joined by our first-ever guest, an Economics PhD Student, we examine how cricket’s financial boom reshaped governance, why money

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43:10

The Gambhir Disaster

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2025/12/10

After decades of dominance at home, India’s Test fortress has finally cracked. From historic collapses and selection puzzles to dressing-room tensions hiding in plain sight, this downturn has a face, and it belongs to Gautam Gambhir.This episode of Cricktake dissects the most turbulent stretch of India’s red-ball era. We break down the missteps, the ignored performers, the shifting power equations, and the staggering numbers behind a decline few saw coming. A raw, unfiltered look at the man, the

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32:40

West Indies Cricket: The Eventual Decline | Part 1 -...

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2025/11/27

West Indies weren’t just a cricket team, they were a symbol of unity, resistance, and Caribbean identity.Part 1 of this two-part series explores how a scattered group of islands stitched together a cricketing civilization and created one of the most dominant teams in sports history.01:17 - The Birth of West Indies Cricket01:40 - Frank Worrell & the First Revolution16:31 - Clive Lloyd’s Golden Era22:21 - Sir Vivian Richards: The Aura29:53 - The Fall Begins

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56:39

ICC Women's World Cup ’25: Power Shifts and Turning...

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2025/11/13

Fifty years after the first Women’s World Cup, India are champions.This episode of Cricktake dives into the 2025 Women’s World Cup - the richest and most-watched edition ever. From Mandira Bedi’s sponsorship in 2005 to India’s record-breaking chase and South Africa’s fearless run, we explore the power shifts that redefined women’s cricket.00:00 – Intro: 50 years since 1975 and the most watched Women’s World Cup ever02:18 – Segment 1: In The Middle – Power shifts and turning points02:33 – South

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61:45

Cricket's Forgotten Daughters

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2025/10/23

Before the men lifted their first World Cup in 1975, the women had already done it in 1973. Yet that story was quietly forgotten.This episode of Cricktake revisits the rise, neglect, and revival of women’s cricket - from Rachael Heyhoe Flint’s pioneering World Cup to the WPL’s packed stadiums and Australia’s blueprint for professionalization. We explore how gender-bland sexism, selective memory, and structural bias shaped the sport’s past, and ask a simple question that still echoes today:When will

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71:49

Unwrapping Asia Cup 2025

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2025/10/10

The Asia Cup 2025 reminded us how form, rhythm, and temperament define success in the subcontinent. India’s expected dominance was finally challenged by a late Pakistani surge, though not enough to shift the pundits’ predictions. Cricktake unwraps the tournament through its turning points, from Afghanistan’s struggle and Sri Lanka’s rise to the determined efforts of the UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong, revealing how structure and skill continue to shape Asian cricket’s story.

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75:20

The Commentators' Conundrum

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2025/09/27

They were never on the team sheet but their voices shaped the game. From radio epics and velvet baritones to tactical dissections and chaotic one-liners, commentators have turned cricket into conversation. This episode of Cricktake charts the evolution of the mic, the masters who knew when to speak, the ones who didn’t, and the soundbites that became folklore. We break down the greats, the gimmicks, and the future of commentary in an age of AI and overload. And we ask the question most fans haven’t

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78:33

The Ultimate 'Test': Saving Test Cricket

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2025/09/27

In an age of instant gratification and booming T20 leagues, is there still room for Test cricket, the format that defined the game? This episode of Cricktake explores the past, present, and uncertain future of the longest format. From five-day epics and Bazball experiments to collapsing boards and Gen Z apathy, we ask the question no one wants to answer: Is Test cricket dying or is it just evolving?

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69:11

South African Cricket: Unchoking the Proteas.

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2025/09/27

In June 2025, South Africa finally lifted the World Test Championship trophy, breaking decades of doubt and the weight of the “chokers” tag. This episode of Cricktake looks at how the Proteas’ victory rewrites their past, reshapes their present, and opens new questions about what comes next.

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76:15

G² vs Bazball: The Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy

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2025/09/27

They came from different playbooks but collided on the same stage. One side was G² with Gill’s runs and Gambhir’s edge, the other driven by the bravado of Bazball. Across 25 days the first Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy gave us records, heartbreak and defiance, from Gill’s run-fest to Jadeja’s resilience, from England’s theatre to Siraj’s final roar. This episode of Cricktake relives the drama, unpacks the turning points and asks the question left hanging at The Oval. Who really won this 2–2?

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98:02

RCB: 18 Years in the making.

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2025/09/27

After 18 long years, the wait is finally over. From flamboyant beginnings and near misses to heartbreaks that hardened into memes, RCB’s journey has defined the IPL in ways trophies never could. This episode of Cricktake traces the arc of a franchise that turned pain into cult, chaos into identity, and belief into silverware. We relive the stars, the scars, and the season that changed everything.

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