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Express Sports

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India
Paris Olympics
IPL
Virat Kohli
Australia
T20 World Cup
Border Gavaskar Trophy
Badminton
Rohit Sharma
Neeraj Chopra
Indian Hockey
Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Jasprit Bumrah
Shooting
Rishabh Pant
Olympics
Pakistan
Indian Cricket Team
Vinesh Phogat
Paralympics

Express Sports is your one-stop shop for everything that is significant in sports. Tune in for freewheeling interviews of athletes and sharp analyses by our experienced sports reporters.

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This week, Mihir Vasavda is joined by Sandip G, The Indian Express' man on the ground in the USA and Mexico, where the FIFA World Cup gets underway this week. Sandip provides a crash course on covering a tournament of this scale, before they discuss ... more

In this episode, Mihir Vasavda is joined by The Indian Express' cricket expert Venkata Krishna B. They talk about how Chennai Super Kings - the five-time IPL champions who owe their identity and stature to their former captain - are forced to put the... more

In this episode, our co-hosts Amit Kamath and Mihir Vasavda discuss one of sport’s most controversial innovations — a competition for athletes who use performance-enhancing drugs. The inaugural edition of the Enhanced Games took place in Las Vegas ov... more

An investigation by The Indian Express has found that funds meant to support athletes and build public sporting infrastructure were also used to develop high-end facilities inside civil services institutions and a residential colony for bureaucrats. ... more

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Recent Guests

Venkata Krishna B
In-house cricket expert who follows Chennai Super Kings closely
Express Sports
Episode: Why CSK need to look beyond MS Dhoni for a facelift
Aron D'Souza
Indian-origin founder associated with the Enhanced Games
Enhanced Games (founder)
Episode: Inside the games for athletes on steroids
Venkat Krishna B
Expert guest joining the discussion on IPL governance and security
Express Sports/Indian Express
Episode: IPL: Why BCCI is worried about unauthorised people entering dugouts
Laxman Sivaramakrishnan
Former Indian cricketer and subject of the investigative piece
Former Indian cricketer
Episode: What did discrimination cost Laxman Sivaramakrishnan?
Siddharth Pandey
Commentator, former coach with a ringside view of Indian hockey
Coach/Commentator
Episode: A year of painful transition for Indian hockey
Shivani Naik
Elite badminton reporter
Indian Express
Episode: Lakshya Sen's All England run decoded
Michael Payne
Former IOC Marketing Director and author
Episode: How Olympics turned into a billion-dollar behemoth & India's pitch
Laxmipati Balaji
Former Indian cricketer, commentator, and coach
Episode: L Balaji on India's Test cricket crisis
Ananya Upendran
Former Indian cricketer, now the program lead at Go Sports Foundation
Go Sports Foundation
Episode: Sidelines to spotlight: Tracing the journey of women's cricket with Ananya Upendran

Hosts

Mihir Vasavda
Veteran host focusing on game-time analysis and investigative reporting within Express Sports; co-anchors the show with other reporters.
Amit Kamath
Co-host and cricket analyst; contributes tactical and governance-focused insights.
Vinayak Mohanarangan
Host/Co-host of Game Time segment; elite badminton reporter; brings reporting depth to episodes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Fun podcast!

    Loved the discussion...very informative and funny! Good for sports fans.

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Fun crossover of investigative reporting and live sports analysis.
Guests bring rare insider perspectives to governance and development.
Light, accessible but data-driven; great for fans who want depth.
Energetic hosts keep debates sharp and engaging.
Consistently relevant and timely coverage of sports events.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

IPL: Why BCCI is worried about unauthorised people entering dugouts
Q: First, can you explain what's happening and why BCCI is suddenly so worried?
The concern arises from widespread intrusion where many staff and even officials struggle to identify who is who in hotels and at venues, prompting tighter access controls, stricter PMOA boundaries, and closer monitoring by the anti-corruption unit.
A year of painful transition for Indian hockey
Q: What about the women's team—what changes or additions do you expect or hope to see?
The discussion notes injuries and the absence of key players like Deepika, but also highlights progress under Sjoerd and the need for sufficient pro league and international matches to build a competitive World Cup run, with Nations Cup as a critical platform.
A year of painful transition for Indian hockey
Q: Do you think the team should prioritize the World Cup over the Asian Games, or vice versa?
There's a debate that the World Cup should be the primary focus given its prestige and timing, with some arguing for building toward the Asian Games but others insisting that the World Cup should be the main objective and the Asian Games can accommodate later adjustments.
A year of painful transition for Indian hockey
Q: Where should we start when analyzing the men's team performance, and should we look back or ahead?
The guest suggests starting with the recent Pro League and Roorkela performances to gauge where the transition stands, acknowledging that results aren't everything but that the performances and squad decisions highlight where improvements are needed and what kind of depth is required.
S*it hits the roof at India Open badminton
Q: How was it reporting on the pigeons and monkeys?
It was frustrating for journalists as they had to focus on wildlife disruptions instead of badminton.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Express Sports

What is Express Sports about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sports-focused analysis show that blends investigative reporting with expert commentary across a range of team sports, including cricket, badminton, hockey, and football. Episodes often dissect governance, development, and performance—taking listeners through data, interviews, and on-the-ground observations to explain trends, controversies, and emerging narratives in Indian and global sports. Notable strengths include deep-dive investigations, access to experienced reporters, and frequent panel-style debates that illuminate both tactical insights and broader systemic issues. The format tends to feature seasoned correspondents alongside occasional specialist guests, making it useful for listeners who want both granular sport analysis and b... more

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2. Aron D'Souza
3. Venkat Krishna B
4. Laxman Sivaramakrishnan
5. Siddharth Pandey
6. Shivani Naik
7. Michael Payne
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