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Express Sports

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Indian Hockey
Virat Kohli
Rohan Bopanna
Badminton
Paris Olympics
Hockey India
R Ashwin
D Gukesh
Indian Express
Rohit Sharma
Hardik Pandya
Magnus Carlsen
Ranji Trophy
Tennis
Janneke Schopman
Candidates Tournament
World Chess Championship
Indian Chess
BCCI
Chennai

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 on the show, host Mihir Vasavda speaks to The Indian Express’ Lalith Kalidas about his investigation into how Puducherry has become a backdoor into Indian cricket’s elite leagues. They discuss how fake addresses, eligibility papers, and a p... more

This week, our hosts Amit and Mihir are joined by The Indian Express’ Nihal Koshie to discuss the story of the boy who ran into trouble. Aman Malik, a budding long-distance runner from Haryana got embroiled in a doping scandal in Kenya and is sentenc... more

Former Indian cricket coach international cricketer L. Balaji joins The Indian Express' Mihir Vasavda and Venkata Krishna B to analyse India's 2-0 series loss against South Africa, the concerns in the pace-bowling department and why, despite the defe... more

At the ongoing FIDE World Cup in Goa, neither world champion Gukesh, nor Pragg and Arjun Erigaisi made it to the semis. This week hosts Mihir Vasavda, Vinayakk Mohanarangan and Amit Kamath discuss the extent to which this is a cause for concern.

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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
Amit Kamath
Chess analyst who provides insights on Magnus Carlsen's behavior and mindset.
Episode: Game Time: Decoding the Magnus mindset, and the slam heard around the world
Sriram Veera
Cricket correspondent covering the Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Express Sports
Episode: Border–Gavaskar Trophy 2024: Why it could be make or break for some
Lalith Kalidas
Cricket analyst and guest debut on the podcast
Episode: Game Time: The significance of Sanju Samson's consecutive T20I tons
Shivani Naik
Sports analyst and badminton expert
Episode: Pod Of The Rings: India's biggest misses at Paris 2024

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Amit Kamath
Host of Game Time Podcast, discussing significant sports events and analysis.
Mihir Vasavda
Host of Express Sports Podcast and experienced sports journalist, providing insights and analysis.

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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Many find the content insightful and relevant to both current sports events and long-standing narratives in sports history.
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They commend the hosts' ability to blend personal narratives with broader sporting issues, creating a relatable experience.

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Sidelines to spotlight: Tracing the journey of women's cricket with Ananya Upendran
Q: How do you view the journey of women's cricket from the 2013 World Cup to now?
It's been fascinating to see women's cricket transition from a sideshow to a celebrated sport, thanks to the performances and stories told by passionate people.
Shubman Gill takes charge, Rohit and Kohli under spotlight
Q: What is the message sent to Rohit about his non-retention as captain?
The selectors are taking a proactive approach to future planning with the World Cup in mind, recognizing that Rohit will not be around indefinitely and needs to be evaluated consistently.
Women’s World Cup in India: Is it Harmanpreet Kaur & Co’s chance to shine finally?
Q: What impact has the Women's Premier League (WPL) had on Indian cricketers?
The WPL has provided exposure to young cricketers and has helped them realize they can compete with the best globally.
Women’s World Cup in India: Is it Harmanpreet Kaur & Co’s chance to shine finally?
Q: What is missing for India to win the Women's World Cup?
India has lacked consistent structures and experience in high-pressure situations, but the current team has improved significantly.
Game Time: The Jasprit Bumrah question and India's bowling depth
Q: Where do you stand on the whole Jasprit Bumrah issue on him being selective on when to play?
Athletes should have autonomy over their play schedules to prevent them from being overworked like bonded laborers.

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Content primarily revolves around Indian sports, with a significant focus on cricket, reflecting the passionate culture surrounding this sport in the country. Episodes cover recent incidents and analyses, highlighting personal stories of athletes, historical contexts, and the implications of major sporting events. Uniquely, the discussions not only delve into performance metrics and technical aspects of sports but also consider broader issues like doping, mental health, and the socio-political tensions entwined with sports, particularly in the context of India-Pakistan cricket rivalry. These elements likely add to the rich narrative of the sports landscape, making it appealing for listeners who appreciate both the emotional and analytical d... more

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1. Laxmipati Balaji
2. Ananya Upendran
3. Sandip G
4. Deepali Deshpande
5. Sjoerd Marijne
6. Amit Kamath
7. Sriram Veera
8. Lalith Kalidas

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