The Edges & Sledges Cricket Podcast

Dec 1

India cricket, Test match, Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, cricket analysis, team performance, coaching, player selection, ODI Summary In this episode of the Edges and Sledges Cricket Podcast, DJ Chak and Varun discuss India's recent test match performance against South Africa, analyzing the team's selections, coaching strategies, and the implications of their losses. They reflect on the transition period for Indian cricket, the impact of player selections, and the need for a more focused approach to test cricket. The conversation also touches on the performances of key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in ODIs and T20s, concluding with thoughts on the future of Indian cricket. Takeaways India's recent test match losses highlight a transition period. Coaching strategies under Gautam Gambhir are under scrutiny. Player selections based on IPL performances may not be effective. The batting collapse against South Africa was unexpected. India's bowling attack was strong but underperformed. The obsession with three formats is affecting player performance. There is a need for more test specialists in the team. Leadership and accountability in the coaching staff are crucial. The future of Indian cricket requires a strategic rethink. Virat Kohli's recent performance brings hope amidst challenges. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Test Match Expectations 03:00 Analyzing India's Performance and Team Changes 05:52 Player Selections and Their Impact 08:50 The Collapse of the Indian Batting Order 11:42 Coaching and Leadership Challenges 14:37 The Future of Indian Test Cricket 17:42 Reflections on ODI and T20 Performances 20:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Nov 17

DJ and Ashwin get together this week to discuss the shocking and unexpected defeat of Team India by Temba Bavuma and South Africa. The World Test Champions, despite looking down and out at stumps on Day 2, managed to use their spinners to great effect and win by 30 runs. They discuss the pitch conditions and whether India went too far in favour of spin, Shubman's Gill's injury and what it means for the approach to Guwahati where India will be desperate to tie up the series. They also talk through some of the significant IPL trades that were announced this week, including a Jadeja-Samson swap! Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2025 #CWC25

Nov 10

Varun and Ashwin get together this week to talk about India's anti-climactic 2-1 victory over Australia in the T20 series, as 2 matches got completely rained out. With 10 games to go before the T20 World Cup, selection questions remain in the form of Harshit Rana vs. Arshdeep Singh, Shivam Dube vs. Hardik Pandya and what role Rinku Singh plays in the team. In the second half, they talk about India's wicketkeeping dilemma for the upcoming 2 tests against South Africa - While Rishabh Pant walks into any test team, Dhruv Jurel has made a huge statement in the India-A series, and would justify a spot in the side too.

Nov 3

India's Women celebrate a historic day as they are crowned ICC World Cup Cricket CHAMPIONS for 2025! After a thrilling semi final victory over Australia, they came up on top against South Africa with some heroics from Shafali Varma, Deepti Sharma and the entire team. Join Ashwin and DJ to celebrate this momentous day and talk about all things regarding the Cricket World Cup as well as what this accomplishment means for the future of Women's Cricket in India. Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2025 #CWC25

Oct 6

DJ and Ashwin get together this week to talk about some breaking news from the Indian Men's cricket world - Shubman Gill is the new ODI captain, and Rohit Sharma is out. While Rohit and Virat are still in the ODI squad for Australia, with one eye on the 2027 World Cup, will they keep their spots for the next 2 years? They also talk about India's crushing innings defeat over the West Indies in the first test at Ahmedabad, and India's Women's team with a strong undefeated start in the World Cup including an 88 run victory over Pakistan. Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2025

Sep 29

DJ and Ashwin wrap the dramatic #IndvPak final and discuss the highs and lows of a controversial #AsiaCup2025

Sep 10

In this week's episode Ashwin and Varun come together to preview the 2025 Asia Cup T20I tournament that kicks off in the UAE on September 9th, 2025. They talk about the conditions in the UAE, recent form for all the sides, and then preview the expected playing 11 for Team India. Will Samson retain his spot in the XI, or will Jitesh get a very well-deserved run for Team India in this Asia Cup? Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2025 #AsiaCup

Sep 2

In this week's episode Ashwin interviews Tim Wigmore, author of the new book "Test Cricket: A History". They talk about his new book, the longevity of Test Cricket, and the journey from the origins of test cricket to it's current day avatar with Bazball. Check out Tim's book in bookstores near you or online! Edges and Sledges - India's #1 Cricket Podcast #Cricket #India #IPL #BCCI #IPL2025