The Banter League

Rudra Vishweshwar
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Official. FPL Draft league between lifelong friends. Player advice and stories of our league and healthy amount of trash talk.

  1. 1D AGO

    Episode 27: Fergie Time, Fresh Starts, Fresh Stats and Five-Point Gaps

    In this episode of The Banter League, the title race is blown wide open as a three-way tie at the top sets the stage for a high-stakes Week 27 recap. The hosts break down a weekend of dramatic comebacks, including Chelsea’s stalemate with Leeds and Manchester United’s "Fergie time" heroics against West Ham. They dive into the fallout of shock managerial sackings at Spurs and Nottingham Forest, questioning how a new face on the touchline will impact top-tier assets and relegation-threatened squads alike. With Arsenal dropping points in a critical double game week, the conversation shifts to whether the Gunners are losing their nerve as Manchester City closes the gap. The guys also share their latest "stat-backed" waiver wire gems, identifying specific positional vulnerabilities to exploit in the upcoming fixtures. To wrap things up, stay tuned for a tense live trade negotiation that tests the limits of their 25-year friendship and some pointed responses to the latest listener comments.

    51 min

  2. FEB 9

    Episode 26: Ishaan goes solo, GW 25 Recap, Fantasy strategy, Massive Jinxes and FPL Draft Advice

    In this solo session of the Banter League, Ishaan reviews a high-stakes week of Premier League football, starting with Leeds United’s vital win over Nottingham Forest and Manchester United’s tactical victory over Spurs. The episode covers Manchester City’s dramatic late winner at Anfield, Arsenal’s clinical dominance over Sunderland, and Chelsea’s emphatic performance against Wolves, while also touching on the mounting pressure at Newcastle following a home loss to Brentford. The second half focuses on fantasy strategy, offering waiver wire tips for the upcoming fixtures. Highlights include targeting Bournemouth and West Ham assets, navigating Arsenal’s defensive rotation for the double game week, and identifying overlooked midfielders like Casimiro and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. The host concludes with a look at the tight Banter League standings—where the top five are separated by just four points—and places a bold bet on who will ultimately clinch the title.

    25 min

  3. FEB 5

    Episode 25: GW 24 Recap, Waiver Wire and new transfers to consider, Rudra on top again and Vineeth's dicey trades

    In Episode 25 of The Banter League, Rudra and Vineeth dive into a pivotal Premier League weekend that saw Arsenal pull six points clear at the top while Manchester City and Aston Villa stumbled. The hosts break down Solanke’s audacious scorpion kick against City, Chelsea’s gritty comeback over West Ham, and Manchester United’s "Fergie Time" heroics against Fulham. Beyond the pitch, they provide essential fantasy strategy for the upcoming double game week, highlighting Noni Madueke and Stefan Ortega as priority waiver wire targets. The episode wraps up with a heated debate over a controversial league-breaking trade and a look at the tightening table as the season enters its final stretch.

    48 min

  4. JAN 29

    Episode 24: GW 23 Recap, PL Table Look ahead, Transfer Window Chat, Waiver Targets and Classic Banter

    In Episode 24 of The Banter League, hosts Rudra, Ishaan, and Vineeth break down a high-stakes period in the FPL Draft season as the league table tightens with a four-way tie for first place. The crew analyzes Manchester United’s tactical resurgence under the "Carrick era" following wins over Manchester City and Arsenal, while debating whether Arsenal’s reliance on set pieces and "negative tactics" signals a title race collapse. This episode is essential listening for Draft FPL managers looking for a competitive edge ahead of the transfer deadline. The hosts provide deep-dive waiver wire targets, including high-upside picks like Mattheus Fernandez, Kobee Mainoo, and Amin Adli, alongside news on new signings like Tammy Abraham and Lorenzo Luca. From discussing Liverpool’s defensive injury crisis to a massive four-player "live trade" breakdown, this summary covers the essential player form and fixture analysis needed to climb your draft league standings.

    1h 2m

  5. JAN 21

    Episode 23: GW 22 review, Waivers, Bday Pod , Love Trade happens and more FPL Draft Chat

    In this episode of The Banter League, the original crew of Rudra, Ishaan, and Vineeth reunites to break down a dramatic shift in the fantasy table, with Vineeth surprisingly climbing to the top spot despite a low-scoring week. The hosts analyze Manchester United’s tactical 2-0 derby victory over Manchester City, praising the impact of Kobbie Mainoo and a resilient defense, while also discussing Leeds United’s dramatic 1-0 win over Fulham thanks to a stoppage-time winner and West Ham’s late 2-1 upset against Tottenham. Looking ahead to the waiver deadline, the group recommends targeting defensive differentials like Chelsea's Malo Gusto and Brentford’s Nathan Collins, as well as midfielders like Sunderland’s Enzo Le Fée and Aston Villa’s Emiliano Buendia who are stepping into starting roles. The episode concludes with a completed live trade seeing Vineeth send Enzo Fernandez and Lyle Foster to Ishaan in exchange for James Garner and Kai Havertz, sparking debate on who won the deal.

    56 min

  6. JAN 15

    Episode 22: GW 21 review, Waiver pickups, Crazy Live trades and Guest Hosts Chaos

    In this action-packed episode of The Banter League, hosts Rudra and Ishaan are joined by league rivals Anuj and Iyer to break down a chaotic set of midweek Premier League fixtures and provide essential FPL Draft waiver wire strategy for Gameweek 22. The group analyzes standout performances from the 4-3 thriller between Newcastle and Leeds and Fulham’s upset victory over Chelsea, while debating the fantasy impact of Erling Haaland’s 150th goal and Cole Palmer’s slump. With the January transfer window heating up, the pod offers crucial advice on picking up hidden gems like Leeds United's Brenden Aaronson and Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho, who is recommended as a top waiver target despite his recent move from Manchester United. The hosts also cover new signings like West Ham’s Taty Castellanos and Pablo before concluding with a look at the tightening title race where Rudra sits atop the table, featuring intense live trade negotiations involving Mo Salah and Bruno Fernandes. Listen for FPL draft advice and absolute mayhem.

    1h 14m

  7. JAN 5

    Episode 21: GW 20 Review, Waiver Frenzy, Rudra's team's wet fart performance and League Chat

    In this fast-paced episode of The Banter League, hosts Rudra and Vineeth analyze a chaotic slate of midweek fixtures to help fantasy managers dominate the upcoming FPL Draft waiver deadline. They breakdown standout performances including Ollie Watkins' resurgence for Aston Villa, Igor Thiago’s stunning hat-trick for Brentford, and the dramatic 1-1 draw between Manchester City and Chelsea. For waiver wire strategy, the hosts recommend targeting Brentford and Manchester United defenders for clean sheet potential while prioritizing the pickup of players returning from AFCON, such as Fulham's Calvin Bassey and Tottenham's Pape Matar Sarr. Additional differential targets include Leeds United’s Pascal Struijk for his attacking threat and Wolves’ forward Mane to bolster depleted front lines. The episode wraps up with a league update revealing that Vineeth has erased the gap at the summit, leaving him tied with Rudra at 42 points following the latter's disastrous 18-point gameweek performance.

    38 min

  8. JAN 2

    Episode 20: GW 19 review, Waiver Pickups, Massive Jinxes, Jan Transfer Window and FPL Draft Chaos

    The full crew of Rudra, Ishaan, and Vineeth returns to kick off 2026 by recapping a hectic festive schedule, highlighted by Arsenal ending Aston Villa’s 11-game winning streak with a dominant 4-1 victory and Chelsea’s chaotic 2-2 draw against Bournemouth. The hosts analyze a strange matchday featuring three 0-0 draws, including a depleted Sunderland squad holding Manchester City scoreless despite missing nine players to AFCON, before diving into waiver wire targets like Brentford’s Keane Lewis-Potter and West Ham’s new attacking signings. Finally, the group discusses the tightening title race in their fantasy league, where Vineeth is closing the gap on Rudra after a five-game winning streak, and breaks down a trade involving Nick Pope, Lewis Potter , Senesi and Roefs.

    58 min
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About

Official. FPL Draft league between lifelong friends. Player advice and stories of our league and healthy amount of trash talk.

Information

  • Creator
    Rudra Vishweshwar
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rudra Vishweshwar
  • Show Website
    The Banter League