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Welcome to In Between Overs, a podcast where two passionate Canadian cricket fans dive into the game we love! From the thrilling pace of T20s to the strategic depth of ODIs and the drama of Test matches, we cover it all from a fan's perspective. Despite being from a hockey nation, our hearts belong to cricket, and we’re here to share that excitement with fans worldwide.In each episode, we break down matches, celebrate standout performances, and analyze key moments. Join us to experience the passion and joy of cricket from two fans who can't get enough of it!

  1. 10H AGO

    Why the 2026 World Cup Was Actually a "True" World Cup | Team of the Tournament | T20 WC 2026 Review

    Send a text Welcome back to the Inbetween Overs Podcast! The dust has settled on the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, and what a ride it was. Hosts Taran and Ishaan break down a tournament that saw India make history as the first team to successfully defend the title. But beyond the silverware, this was the "World Cup of the Associates." In this episode, we dive into: The Associate Surge: Why teams like Italy, Canada, and Nepal proved that the gap is closing, featuring the incredible 100 by Canada’s 19-year-old star, Yuvraj Samra.The Team of the Tournament: We build our ultimate XI, featuring the dominance of Player of the Tournament Sanju Samson and the "Cheat Code" himself, Jasprit Bumrah.Tournament Highs & Lows: We relive the heart-stopping South Africa vs. Afghanistan double super-over and Akshar Patel’s gravity-defying catch.As we pivot toward the IPL, we look at how this World Cup has shifted the global landscape of the game. Don't forget to smash that like button and subscribe for more cricket content! 🎙 Thanks for tuning in to the In Between Overs Podcast! ✅ Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe for more cricket analysis, stories, and banter. 🎧 Catch us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & wherever you listen. Music: Hot Pepper by Alex-Productions https://soundcloud.com/alexproductionsmusic License: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/alex-productions/hot-pepper Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GzoOWFMYpk0

    49 min

  2. 3D AGO

    CHAMPIONS! India Crushes New Zealand to Secure Back-to-Back T20 World Cup Titles

    Send a text India has done it! In a repeat of history, India secures back-to-back T20 World Cup titles with a clinical 96-run demolition of New Zealand at Ahmedabad. From Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 50 to the "Man of the Tournament" brilliance of Sanju Samson, the Men in Blue were untouchable. In this episode, Taran and Ishaan break down: The Samson Impact: How Sanju changed the complexion of India’s tournament.Bumrah’s Masterclass: Why there is Jasprit Bumrah, a massive gap, and then everyone else.New Zealand’s Tactical Woes: Did the Black Caps "choke" or were they just outclassed?The Gambhir Era: Giving credit to the coaching staff for sticking to their guns.Ravi Shastri’s "Ninth Wicket" Blunder: A hilarious look at the commentary mishap during the final moment.🎙 Thanks for tuning in to the In Between Overs Podcast! ✅ Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe for more cricket analysis, stories, and banter. 🎧 Catch us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & wherever you listen. Music: Hot Pepper by Alex-Productions https://soundcloud.com/alexproductionsmusic License: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/alex-productions/hot-pepper Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GzoOWFMYpk0

    37 min

  3. 6D AGO

    Wankhede Thriller: Samson’s 89, Bumrah’s Yorkers, Axar’s Catch & the Rise of Jacob Bethell | T20 WC 2026 SEMI FINAL 2

    Send a text Wankhede Stadium witnessed a 499-run epic as India edged out England in a classic T20 World Cup Semi-Final! Hosts Taran and Ishaan break down the "get out of jail free card" that is Jasprit Bumrah and the sheer brilliance of Sanju Samson’s back-to-back match-winning performances. In this episode, we discuss: The Bumrah Difference: Analyzing the 18th over where Bumrah nailed six consecutive yorkers to shut the door on England’s chase.Axar Patel’s Acrobatics: Breaking down the physics of the relay catch with Shivam Dube and why it changed the momentum of the game.Jacob Bethell’s Historic Century: A look at the 22-year-old’s incredible innings and why he’s being touted as a future great of the game.The Samson Factor: How Sanju Samson’s 89 off 42 balls proved that India’s investment in him has officially paid off.Selection Headaches for the Final: With Varun Chakaravarthy struggling for rhythm, is it time to bring in Kuldeep Yadav for the big dance?Final Preview: India vs. New Zealand—a repeat of the Champions Trophy Final. We look at the threats of Finn Allen and Rachin Ravindra.Follow the Show: If you enjoyed the analysis, please Subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro: The 499-Run Wankhede Thriller2:57 – Jasprit Bumrah’s 6-Yorker Over11:55 – Sanju Samson: Back-to-Back Masterclasses13:30 – Tactical Masterstroke: Shivam Dube at No. 421:43 – Axar Patel’s "Catch of the Tournament"27:12 – Is Jacob Bethell the Next Cricket GOAT?35:32 – Preview: India vs. New Zealand World Cup Final🎙 Thanks for tuning in to the In Between Overs Podcast! ✅ Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe for more cricket analysis, stories, and banter. 🎧 Catch us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & wherever you listen. Music: Hot Pepper by Alex-Productions https://soundcloud.com/alexproductionsmusic License: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/alex-productions/hot-pepper Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GzoOWFMYpk0

    39 min

  4. 6D AGO

    "It Wasn't a Choke, It Was a Walloping": Finn Allen Smashes South Africa out of the World Cup | T20 WC 2026 SF1

    Send a text "Always the bridesmaid, never the bride?" Not this time. In a stunning display of "brute force," New Zealand have dismantled the previously unbeaten South Africa at Eden Gardens to punch their ticket to the T20 World Cup Final. Hosts Taran and Ishaan break down a game that South African coach Shukri Conrad described not as a "choke," but a total "walloping." In this episode, we discuss: The Finn Allen Phenomenon: Analyzing a historic 33-ball century featuring 8 sixes and 10 fours. Is he currently the most dangerous opener in world cricket?Tactical "Annihilation": How New Zealand chased 172 in just 12.5 overs, operating at a mind-boggling run rate of 13.48.South Africa’s Collapse: Where did it go wrong for the tournament favorites? We look at the top-order failure and the tactical errors with the ball.The "Subcontinent Specialist": Cole McConkey’s golden arm—how one over and two wickets derailed the Proteas' momentum.Tim Seifert’s Under-the-Radar Gem: Comparing Seifert’s stance and power to the legendary Brendon McCullum.The Final Preview: India vs. New Zealand in Ahmedabad. Can India avoid a repeat of November 2023, or will the "Black Caps" finally claim the throne?Follow the Show: If you enjoyed this breakdown, please Subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro: Recording after the Semi-Final madness1:40 – Finn Allen: The 33-ball Century Breakdown7:36 – "Not a Choke, a Walloping": Post-Match Reactions11:06 – Cole McConkey: The Spin Secret Weapon14:43 – Tactical Errors: Why South Africa struggled to defend 17018:31 – Preview: India vs. New Zealand Final in Ahmedabad🎙 Thanks for tuning in to the In Between Overs Podcast! ✅ Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe for more cricket analysis, stories, and banter. 🎧 Catch us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & wherever you listen. Music: Hot Pepper by Alex-Productions https://soundcloud.com/alexproductionsmusic License: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/alex-productions/hot-pepper Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GzoOWFMYpk0

    17 min

  5. MAR 2

    Sanju Samson Just Silenced Every Critic. 🤫 India vs West Indies Review | T20 WC 2026

    Send a text Episode Summary: Is this the moment Sanju Samson enters Indian cricket folklore? In a high-stakes T20 World Cup Quarter-Final at the iconic Eden Gardens, India’s back was against the wall chasing 196. Hosts Taran and Ishaan break down how Sanju Samson delivered the "innings of a lifetime" to secure India’s spot in the Semi-Finals. In this episode, we discuss: The Samson Masterclass: Analyzing the "Rohit-meets-Kohli" elegance and pacing that defined Sanju’s match-winning knock.Tactical Gambles: Did the West Indies miss a trick with Roston Chase opening, and was Shai Hope's strike rate "borderline criminal"?The Cheat Code: How Jasprit Bumrah’s clinical wickets and Arshdeep Singh’s 19th-over redemption kept the target chaseable.Abhishek Sharma Concerns: We debate the "fearless" approach of India’s young opener and if self-doubt is creeping in.Semi-Final Preview: A deep dive into the upcoming clash against England at Wankhede. Will India make the switch to Kuldeep Yadav?Follow the Show: If you enjoyed this episode, please Subscribe and leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! It helps other cricket fans find the show. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro & Quarter-Final Atmosphere0:52 – Sanju Samson: An Innings for the Ages7:07 – The Toss & Pitch Conditions at Eden Gardens8:36 – West Indies Batting Breakdown11:37 – Bumrah & Arshdeep: The Death Bowling Heroics16:32 – Abhishek Sharma’s Form & Mental Clarity23:07 – Preview: Semi-Final vs. England at WankhedeConnect with InBetweenOvers: Find us on your favorite social platforms for more T20 World Cup updates! 🎙 Thanks for tuning in to the In Between Overs Podcast! ✅ Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe for more cricket analysis, stories, and banter. 🎧 Catch us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & wherever you listen. Music: Hot Pepper by Alex-Productions https://soundcloud.com/alexproductionsmusic License: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/alex-productions/hot-pepper Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GzoOWFMYpk0

    26 min

  6. FEB 27

    India's Batting Shuffle Helps Them Soar Past Zimbabwe | Virtual KO vs West Indies Awaits | T20 World Cup 2026

    Send a text India crushed Zimbabwe by 72 runs in a do-or-die T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 match at Chennai, posting 256/4 after being sent in to bat. Sanju Samson opened with a quick 24, Abhishek Sharma and Hardik Pandya hit fifties, while Tilak Varma and Axar Patel finished explosively—all at strike rates over 155. Brian Bennett's stunning 97* (strike rate ~200+, tournament avg 277) got Zimbabwe to 184/8, but sloppy fielding, dropped catches, and one-dimensional bowling (no leg-spinner) doomed them. Taran and Ishaan unpack: India's top-heavy lineup switch (Samson up top, Varma at 6) and why it lengthened the battingZimbabwe's toss blunder and tactical errors vs Chennai pitch favoring slower spinnersNet run rate relief after West Indies' loss to South AfricaPreview: Virtual knockout vs West Indies at Eden Gardens—spinners like Varun Chakaravarthy vs Powell/Hetmyer?Is this India's "shock therapy" post-South Africa loss? Listen for gear-shifting batting analysis and knockout predictions. Smash like, subscribe! #T20WorldCup #IndiaVsZimbabwe #CricketPodcast 🎙 Thanks for tuning in to the In Between Overs Podcast! ✅ Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe for more cricket analysis, stories, and banter. 🎧 Catch us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & wherever you listen. Music: Hot Pepper by Alex-Productions https://soundcloud.com/alexproductionsmusic License: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/alex-productions/hot-pepper Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GzoOWFMYpk0

    27 min

  7. FEB 23

    Is This The Blueprint to Beat India? | SA’s Slower Ball Masterclass & The Axar Patel Non-Selection Mystery

    Send a text Is the "unbeatable" tag gone? India’s Super 8 journey hits a massive speed bump in Ahmedabad as South Africa pulls off a clinical 76-run victory. Taran and Ishaan break down the tactical errors and the "home team" energy the Proteas brought to the black soil pitch. In this episode, we dive deep into: The Partnership: How David Miller and Dewald Brevis absorbed the pressure and took down Varun Chakaravarthy.The Finisher: Tristan Stubbs’ explosive cameo against Hardik Pandya.The Selection Headache: Why was India’s Vice Captain and local hero Axar Patel left out of the XI?The Chase-Master Gap: With India struggling to chase 150+, are they missing the stability of a Virat Kohli-type anchor?The "Cupcake" Curse: Did the Star Sports "No Choking" ad provide the ultimate motivation for South Africa?Bumrah’s Brilliance: We analyze Jasprit’s incredible spell of 3/15 and why it wasn’t enough to save a flat Indian bowling effort. What’s Next? India is now chasing the eight-ball with a negative net run rate. It’s a must-win situation against Zimbabwe. Can the young guns handle the World Cup pressure? Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: The Ahmedabad Atmosphere 01:30 – Why SA Played Like the "Home Team" 03:00 – Miller & Brevis: The Game-Changing Partnership 04:50 – Tristan Stubbs: The New Finisher 06:20 – Bumrah’s Lone Warrior Spell ($3/15$) 07:45 – The Axar Patel Exclusion Mystery 10:15 – Opening Woes: The Off-Spin "Kryptonite" 14:30 – The Virat Kohli Comparison: Chasing Under Pressure 17:00 – The "Cupcake" Ad Banter 18:50 – Must-Win Scenarios & Zimbabwe Preview #T20WorldCup #IndVsSA #TeamIndia #CricketPodcast #Bumrah #HardikPandya #SouthAfricaCricket #Ahmedabad 🎙 Thanks for tuning in to the In Between Overs Podcast! ✅ Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe for more cricket analysis, stories, and banter. 🎧 Catch us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & wherever you listen. Music: Hot Pepper by Alex-Productions https://soundcloud.com/alexproductionsmusic License: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/alex-productions/hot-pepper Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GzoOWFMYpk0

    19 min

  8. FEB 20

    Super 8s Are Here! Can India Survive WI, SA, & Unbeaten Zimbabwe? | Farewell Australia! ✈️| Associates Impress

    Send a text The 2026 T20 World Cup group stage has ended with the shock of a lifetime: Australia is officially OUT. In this episode of In-Between Overs, Taran and Ishaan unpack the "forensic review" worthy collapse of the Aussie "Bomb Squad" and the historic rise of Zimbabwe as they head into the Super 8s unbeaten. Meanwhile, India finishes their group stage with a clinical (if slightly nervy) win over the Netherlands—but the big story is Abhishek Sharma's "Duck-Trick." With three zeros in a row, is it time for the world’s #1 T20 batter to panic, or is a massive score just around the corner? We dive deep into: The Australia Autopsy: Why Cam Green and the veteran bowling attack couldn't find a wicket when it mattered most.Abhishek Sharma’s 0(3): Analyzing the "Law of Averages" and whether India’s top order needs a tactical rethink for the Super 8s.Associate Excellence: Celebrating the 19-year-old Canadian sensation Bravo Samara and why the "gap" is finally closing.The Super 8 "Group of Death": Why the ICC's pre-seeding has created a lopsided bracket—and our locks for the Semi-Finals.Vibe Check: Why the West Indies are the most dangerous team left in the tournament.Timestamps: 00:00 – India vs. Netherlands: A "walk in the park" or a wake-up call?02:15 – The Abhishek Sharma Mystery: 3 ducks in a row.06:45 – Associate Nation Wrap-up: Small teams, big heart.12:00 – Australia’s Shock Exit: The end of an era for the Horsemen?29:10 – Super 8 Predictions: Who survives Group 1 and Group 2? #T20WorldCup2026 #IndiaCricket #TeamIndia #AustraliaCricket #ZimbabweCricket #Super8s #AbhishekSharma #CricketPodcast #InBetweenOvers #SikandarRaza #Bumrah #CricketHighlights  🎙 Thanks for tuning in to the In Between Overs Podcast! ✅ Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe for more cricket analysis, stories, and banter. 🎧 Catch us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & wherever you listen. Music: Hot Pepper by Alex-Productions https://soundcloud.com/alexproductionsmusic License: Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://audiolibrary.com.co/alex-productions/hot-pepper Music promoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/GzoOWFMYpk0

    35 min
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Welcome to In Between Overs, a podcast where two passionate Canadian cricket fans dive into the game we love! From the thrilling pace of T20s to the strategic depth of ODIs and the drama of Test matches, we cover it all from a fan's perspective. Despite being from a hockey nation, our hearts belong to cricket, and we’re here to share that excitement with fans worldwide.In each episode, we break down matches, celebrate standout performances, and analyze key moments. Join us to experience the passion and joy of cricket from two fans who can't get enough of it!

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