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Express Sports

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India
Paris Olympics
IPL
Australia
Virat Kohli
T20 World Cup
Border Gavaskar Trophy
Badminton
Rohit Sharma
Neeraj Chopra
Indian Hockey
Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Jasprit Bumrah
Shooting
Rishabh Pant
Pakistan
Indian Cricket Team
Olympics
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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In this episode, hosts Amit Kamath and Mihir Vasavda discuss Magnus Carlsen's remarks on Gukesh's 'understanding' of chess - one of the many critical remarks the former world champion has made on the reigning champ. They analyse the strengths and wea... more

This week on the show, we discuss the story behind the making of the newest World Championship challenger from India, R Vaishali.

Produced by Ichha Sharma

Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

In this week's episode, Amit, Vinayakk and Mihir marvel over the emergence of teenage star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who has taken the IPL by a storm. They analyse his early days, the technique and mindset that set him apart, and the need to nurture a yo... more

This week on the show, hosts Vinayakk and Mihir are joined by Shashank Nair to discuss Italy’s failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup and how it compares to the decline of other sporting dynasties. They also talk about soaring World Cup prices tha... more

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Recent Guests

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
Sandip G
Episode: Game Time: The Jasprit Bumrah question and India's bowling depth
Deepali Deshpande
Former Indian shooter and coach of the Indian shooting team, an expert in the field.
Indian Shooting Team
Episode: Game Time: National coach Deepali Deshpande decodes what shooting's new rules mean for Indians
Sjoerd Marijne
Former coach of the Indian women's hockey team
Episode: Game Time Special: Former coach Sjoerd Marijne on Indian Women's Hockey

Hosts

Mihir Vasavda
Host with deep experience covering sports, frequently guiding analysis and roundtable discussions.
Amit Kamath
Co-host and cricket analyst, contributes strategic perspectives and on-field insights.
Mihir Shashank Bhargava
Producer contributing to episode structure and production notes within the network.
Suresh Pawar
Editor and mixer supporting production quality and post-production processes.

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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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.
How Olympics turned into a billion-dollar behemoth & India's pitch
Q: What's the truth about sports business that might surprise people?
Michael stresses that the goal is ultimately ensuring the success of sport and creating great experiences for fans around the world.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Express Sports

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

This sports-focused program delivers sharp analysis and lively conversations around current events in cricket and broader athletics. Recent episodes blend pundit-led breakdowns of key matches, roundtable takes on tournament narratives, and grounded discussions about player form, governance, and hosting issues across various sports. A recurring strength is the mix of in-depth sport-specific insight with accessible, lighthearted banter, making it valuable for listeners who want practical takeaways on performance, strategy, and event dynamics while staying entertained.

Noteworthy elements include strong host chemistry among experienced reporters, nuanced debates about emerging stories (from domestic governance to global tournaments), and a wil... more

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1. Laxman Sivaramakrishnan
2. Siddharth Pandey
3. Shivani Naik
4. Michael Payne
5. Laxmipati Balaji
6. Ananya Upendran
7. Sandip G
8. Deepali Deshpande

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