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‘I was helping players write the book they wouldn’t otherwise write’ – Gideon Haigh on The Summer Game‘I was helping players write the book they wouldn’t otherwise write’ – Gideon Haigh on The Summer Game

April 3, 2023 81_admin 0 Comments

We talk to journalist and historian Gideon Haigh about The Summer Game – his classic book recently republished by 81allout Publishing. Gideon talks about the largely forgotten 1950s and ’60s, and fascinating stories he heard from many who nourished the game – at a time when the financial rewards were

What we talk about when we talk about pressureWhat we talk about when we talk about pressure

March 21, 2023 81_admin 2 Comments

In episode 156 of the 81allout podcast we are joined by former India Test cricketer and Ranji Trophy colossus Abhinav Mukund – who has now turned into an astute analyst on TV. Abhinav is piqued by Kartikeya Date’s latest article in ESPNcricinfo (Do India choke in high-profile ODIs) and shares

Lyon’s triumph in pitched battleLyon’s triumph in pitched battle

March 5, 2023 81_admin 0 Comments

In episode 154 of the 81allout podcast we review the third Test between India and Australia in Indore. On a challenging wicket in Indore – which was subsequently classed as ‘poor’ by the ICC match referee – Australia pulled off a terrific nine-wicket win. Talking Points: Did Australia do anything

The playground as a theatre for social and political life: Ramachandra Guha interviewThe playground as a theatre for social and political life: Ramachandra Guha interview

February 25, 2023 81_admin 0 Comments

In episode 153 of the 81allout podcast we interview the award-winning author and historian – and one of modern India’s most renowned biographers – Ramachandra Guha. Talking Points: The idea behind the Corner of a Foreign Field In search of the memories of India’s first great cricketer – Palwankar Baloo

Swept away in a session: India v Australia, 2nd Test reviewSwept away in a session: India v Australia, 2nd Test review

February 20, 2023 81_admin 0 Comments

In episode 152 of the 81allout podcast we review the second Test between India and Australia in Delhi. The match see-sawed for two days until Australia collapsed on the third morning – and India sealed a six-wicket win. Talking Points: Australia’s tactic to sweep against spinners on a pitch keeping

If Jadeja doesn’t get you, Ashwin must: India v Australia, 1st Test reviewIf Jadeja doesn’t get you, Ashwin must: India v Australia, 1st Test review

February 13, 2023 81_admin 0 Comments

In episode 151 of the 81allout podcast we review the first Test between India and Australia in Nagpur. India outclassed Australia in all departments and their superior depth in both batting and bowling propelled them to an innings victory. Talking Points: Rohit Sharma’s exceptional ability to suss up the conditions

An India v Australia Test series. Here we go again…An India v Australia Test series. Here we go again…

February 6, 2023 81_admin 0 Comments

In episode 150 of the 81allout podcast we preview India’s upcoming Test series against Australia – the latest chapter in a storied rivalry. Australia sure have the team to pull off a series win but the panel agrees that they will still need to be at their best to hand

Waiting to take off: the potential for women’s cricket in IndiaWaiting to take off: the potential for women’s cricket in India

January 22, 2023 81_admin 2 Comments

In the latest episode of the podcast we chat with journalist Annesha Ghosh about the Indian Women cricket team – their journey in 2022 and how much there is to look forward to in 2023. Talking Points: 2022: a momentous year for Indian women’s cricket both on and off the

What we rant about when we rant about umpiringWhat we rant about when we rant about umpiring

January 10, 2023 81_admin 4 Comments

In the latest episode of the podcast we chat about the challenge of being a modern umpire – and how excess scrutiny and knee-jerk reactions from pundits have combined to create a toxic environment. Talking Points: The challenge for modern umpires – with ball-by-ball social media scrutiny How TV replays

India overcome Bangladesh’s stern spin challenge: Test series reviewIndia overcome Bangladesh’s stern spin challenge: Test series review

December 28, 2022 81_admin 0 Comments

In the latest episode of the podcast we discuss India’s 2-0 win in the Test series in Bangladesh. Talking Points: India’s close escape in the second Test in Mirpur Are Kohli and Rahul going through a bad patch or are they on the wane? Batting against spin with the new

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‘I was helping players write the book they wouldn’t otherwise write’ – Gideon Haigh on The Summer Game‘I was helping players write the book they wouldn’t otherwise write’ – Gideon Haigh on The Summer Game

What we talk about when we talk about pressureWhat we talk about when we talk about pressure

Lyon’s triumph in pitched battleLyon’s triumph in pitched battle

The playground as a theatre for social and political life: Ramachandra Guha interviewThe playground as a theatre for social and political life: Ramachandra Guha interview

Swept away in a session: India v Australia, 2nd Test reviewSwept away in a session: India v Australia, 2nd Test review

If Jadeja doesn’t get you, Ashwin must: India v Australia, 1st Test reviewIf Jadeja doesn’t get you, Ashwin must: India v Australia, 1st Test review

An India v Australia Test series. Here we go again…An India v Australia Test series. Here we go again…

Waiting to take off: the potential for women’s cricket in IndiaWaiting to take off: the potential for women’s cricket in India

What we rant about when we rant about umpiringWhat we rant about when we rant about umpiring

India overcome Bangladesh’s stern spin challenge: Test series reviewIndia overcome Bangladesh’s stern spin challenge: Test series review

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