Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast

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354. Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka & West Indies:...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/08/09

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 has delivered another fascinating chapter in women's cricket, and in Episode 354 Never on the Backfoot, we shift our focus to four teams that each had vastly different journeys—Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka and West Indies.Janani of Sportsy Mathsy Tales joins in yet again as we assess South Africa's impressive run to yet another ICC semi-final, the impact of Laura Wolvaardt's captaincy, and whether the Proteas are edging closer to breaking their

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00:53:46

353. England, Netherlands, Ireland & Scotland: ICC...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/08/01

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 wasn't just about the finalists; it was also a tournament of home hopes, historic milestones, emerging Associate nations, and valuable lessons for teams at different stages of their journey.In Episode 353 of Never on the Backfoot, Janani of Sportsy Mathsy Tales fame joins in as we review the campaigns of England, the Netherlands, Ireland and Scotland, four teams whose World Cups told vastly different stories.We begin with hosts England, who reached the

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01:02:05

352. Breaking Down Three Campaigns: Australia,...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/07/28

In Episode 352 of Never on the Backfoot, we shift our focus to three fascinating campaigns—Australia, Bangladesh and New Zealand, each of which offered a very different story.Australia once again proved why they remain the gold standard in women's cricket, successfully ushering in a new era under Sophie Molineux while claiming a record-extending seventh T20 World Cup title. We discuss the seamless transition in leadership, the depth of their squad, Beth Mooney's remarkable consistency, and

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00:54:03

351. India at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026:...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/07/16

India entered the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 carrying the weight of expectation. Fresh off their historic ODI World Cup triumph, Harmanpreet Kaur's side arrived in England with genuine title ambitions, exciting young talent, and the belief that this could finally be their year in the shortest format. Instead, their campaign ended in disappointment, raising as many questions as it answered.In Episode 351 of Never on the Backfoot, we take a deep dive into India's World Cup journey,

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00:47:45

350. The Economics & Politics of Women's Test Cricket

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/07/08

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 350 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. At the Home of Cricket, the women's Test between India and England is far more than just another fixture. For decades, women were excluded from playing at Lord's, making every red-ball match at this iconic venue a reminder of how far the game has come and how much further it still has to go.This episode asks a question that sits at the heart of the women's game today: does women's Test cricket genuinely have a future,

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00:37:37

349. Could Mid-Season Transfers Fix the IPL?

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/05/15

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 349 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. Mid-season transfers in the Indian Premier League sound like a game-changing idea but in reality, they’re barely used. So why does this rule even exist, and more importantly, why do teams ignore it?In this episode, Naman Samtani joins us as we break down the logic behind mid-season transfers, the rules that govern them, and the glaring gap between intent and execution. From overloaded benches and unused talent to injury gaps and

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00:35:36

348. The Rise Of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi & The India...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/05/01

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 348 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. The rise of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been nothing short of extraordinary, but is Indian cricket moving too fast?In this episode, we look at the 15-year-old Sooryavanshi, who has taken the Indian Premier League by storm, showcasing fearless batting, composure beyond his years, and the kind of impact that has everyone talking about a potential India debut already. But amidst the hype, questions remain: is he truly ready for the senior

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01:13:11

347. Beyond The Icons: Is The IPL Moving Past Star...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/04/29

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 347 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, we dive into one of the most defining debates in the modern Indian Premier League: the relevance of star culture in a league that may be rapidly evolving beyond it.From the towering influence of icons like MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to the shifting identities of franchises, this episode explores whether teams have historically been built around individuals or systems and what that means in 2026.We take a

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00:50:56

346. Whose Story Is It Anyway? The Credit Debate In...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/04/17

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 346 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, Aryan Surana joins us as we dive into a debate that’s been quietly simmering in cricket media and recently found its way into the spotlight. In the past few days, a thought-provoking debate sparked by Joy Bhattacharjya has got the cricket and media world talking. At the centre of it is Ian Bishop, widely respected for the way he brings depth and storytelling into commentary and a larger, more uncomfortable question:

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00:59:21

345. Senior Women’s Inter Zonal Multi-Day Trophy 2026...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/04/10

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 345 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into the Senior Women’s Inter Zonal Multi-Day Trophy, breaking down every stage of the tournament — from the closely contested quarter-finals to a gripping final that was ultimately decided on a first-innings lead.Joining us on the show is Prajin, as we unpack key moments, standout performances, and tactical nuances that defined the competition. We begin with West Zone’s hard-fought win over Central

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01:01:32

344. The Invisible Trophy: Is The Fair Play Award in...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/04/09

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 344 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. At the end of every IPL season, alongside the glittering trophies and title celebrations, there’s another award, one that honours ‘fair play’. But what does fairness really mean in a league built on intensity, competition, and spectacle?In this episode, Sarthak Dev joins in as we dive deep into the IPL Fair Play Award—its history, its purpose, and the paradoxes it embodies. We ask tough questions: Is fair play something teams

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01:11:18

343. Senior Women's One Day Trophy 2026 [Elite and...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/03/23

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 343 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, we’re diving into the Senior Women’s One Day Trophy [Elite and Plate] and the Senior Women’s Inter Zonal One Day Trophy 2026.Joining us is Prajin, as we unpack the structure of the Elite and Plate divisions and what this segregation means for competitiveness and player development across the circuit. From tightly contested group stages to high-stakes knockouts, we break down the most competitive groups, standout

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00:59:32

342. The Story Behind ‘Best Of Cricket’: In...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/02/22

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 342 of the Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Tarutr Malhotra, the mind behind Best of Cricket, a daily curated newsletter dedicated to showcasing the finest cricket writing from across the internet. From sharp match analysis and long-form features to hidden gems from independent blogs and local publications, the newsletter has quietly become a go-to space for readers who care deeply about thoughtful cricket journalism.Tarutr talks about the

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01:11:32

341. ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2026: Here’s...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/02/08

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 341 of the Never on the Backfoot Podcast. The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2026 gave us far more than just four qualification spots. Across conditions in Nepal, teams from five regions pushed, adapted, stumbled, and surprised — revealing just how much the global women’s game is evolving.In this episode, Sudeshna Bhattarai joins us to break down the tournament beyond the scorecards. We discuss how early assumptions around team hierarchies were challenged, which

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01:03:40

340. We Are The Champions: Telling Stories That...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2026/02/07

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 340 of the Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, we sit down with senior sports journalist Vijay Lokapally and co-author Akshay to unpack We Are the Champions, a book that revisits 40 defining moments in Indian sport. The conversation goes beyond medals and scorecards—diving into how sporting history is chosen, remembered, and sometimes overlooked.We talk about why the book looks at Indian sport beyond cricket, the challenge of narrowing decades of history into

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01:33:03

339. Inside The WPL 2026 Auctions: How Teams Stack...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2025/12/31

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 339 of the Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, we break down the WPL 2026 Mega Auction with Janani — not just the biggest stories and boldest bids, but how each team actually stacks up heading into the new season.From Deepti Sharma’s record signing to the shock of unsold internationals and the surge of new sponsorship money reshaping the league, we unpack the forces driving this auction. Team by team, we assess what each franchise now looks like on paper —

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01:20:09

338. ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025:...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2025/11/11

Hi folks, welcome back to Part 2 of Episode 338 where we comprehensively review the World Cup. In Part 2– we look at the journeys of England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Pakistan. Janani also joins me to dive deep into major tournament-wide talking points, ranging from weather, marketing, prize money, associate nations, and the future of ODI cricket, among many interesting discourses.Whether you’re reliving the World Cup or looking ahead to what’s next for the women’s game, this episode

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01:02:20

338. ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025:...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2025/11/11

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 338 [Part 1] of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. We dive into a complete, team-by-team review of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. From India’s historic title-winning run to South Africa’s rise, Australia’s rare struggles, England’s inconsistency, New Zealand’s missed moments, and the spirited campaigns of Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan – we leave no storyline unexplored.Joining us is Janani, who brings sharp insight, clarity, and data-driven analysis as we

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01:02:26

337. ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Notebook 5:...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2025/11/03

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 337 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In Notebook 5 of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, we bring you a thrilling wrap-up of an unforgettable knockout phase!Janani of Sportsy Mathsy Tales joins us as we break down South Africa’s commanding semi-final win over England, headlined by Laura Wolvaardt’s majestic 169 and Marizanne Kapp’s five-for that sealed their first-ever World Cup final berth. Then, we relive India’s epic chase against Australia, where Jemimah

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01:08:02

336. ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Notebook 4: A...

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast ·

2025/10/20

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 336 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. It’s been a week of contrasts at the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 — from Sri Lanka’s commanding batting displays at home to South Africa’s ruthless precision, and from Australia’s clinical dominance to Pakistan’s heartbreak under grey Colombo skies. Across these matches, weather interruptions, tactical battles, and individual brilliance have all shaped the narrative. In this episode, we break down the key moments from Matches 15

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