In Between Overs - A Cricket Fan's Podcast

Taran and Ishaan

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. APR 17

    Suryavanshi at 300 SR, Punjab Stay Perfect & KKR's Season Unravels | IPL 2026 Week 3 Review

    Send us Fan Mail Week 3 of IPL 2026 is in the books, and Taran and Ishaan have plenty to dig into. Vaibhav Suryavanshi is becoming unmissable television — this week he took apart Josh Hazelwood at a strike rate of 300, continuing his run of destroying world-class bowlers like they're club cricketers. The boys break down what makes his batting technique so unique, including that high back lift that gives him his whip and power. Sanju Samson finally found his rhythm with a century against Delhi, and CSK stirred debate by retiring Ayush Mhatre mid-innings to bring in a pinch hitter — a tactic we're going to be talking about all season. Would you retire Virat Kohli? Taran and Ishaan weigh in. Punjab Kings remain the only unbeaten side, with Shreyas Iyer quietly putting together one of the great IPL captaincy seasons — third consecutive 50, and a player who can bat in any gear for any situation. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians are struggling to find anything beyond Bumrah, who somehow still hasn't taken a wicket this IPL. Sunrisers pulled off a stunning upset by handing two debutants the new ball — and Praful Hinge responded with three wickets in his first-ever IPL over. KKR, on the other hand, are running out of time and reasons for optimism. In this episode: — Mukul Chaudhary's match-winning 50 for LSG vs KKR — Suryavanshi's technique decoded: the back lift, the whip, the physics — Sanju Samson's comeback century for CSK — The retirement rule debate: smart cricket or dangerous precedent? — Rajat Patidar at 265 strike rate as RCB post 240 — Krunal Pandya's bouncer variations and his, uh, cornrows — Sunrisers' two debutants dismantle Rajasthan's top order — Rajasthan's batting depth problem exposed — Abhishek Sharma's form slump — is his India spot at risk? — KKR: wrap the season up and rebuild? — LSG's ownership chaos, Rishabh Pant's struggles, and the Badoni/Pooran batting order confusion — QDK's century, Bumrah's wicketless run, and Punjab's bowling pack dominating Mumbai — Week 4 preview: RCB vs Delhi and Sunrisers vs CSK Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode. 🎙 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

    41 min
  2. APR 9

    GT's Last-Ball Wins, Suryavanshi Smashes Bumrah, Rizvi Fireworks | IPL 2026 Week 2

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Inbetween Overs! Hosts Taran and Ishaan break down IPL 2026 Week 2 action, including Gujarat Titans' epic last-ball thriller vs Delhi Capitals—where David Miller's controversial call and Prasidh Krishna's heroics sealed a 1-run win after GT posted 210/4 led by Jos Buttler (52* off 27), Shubman Gill (70), and Washington Sundar (55 off 32). They recap GT's prior nail-biter vs Rajasthan Royals, praising Tushar Deshpande's death-over mastery to defend vs Rashid Khan and Kagiso Rabada. Spotlights shine on 15-year-old Suryavanshi smashing two sixes off Bumrah, Yashasvi Jaiswal's back-to-back 50s, Sameer Rizvi's explosive 50+ scores boosting DC, Rishabh Pant's match-winning knock for LSG, Jacob Duffy filling Josh Hazlewood's shoes at RCB, Tim David's spin-smashing cameo, and Rashid Khan's vintage 3/17. Hosts predict playoff top 4: Rajasthan Royals (unbeaten leaders), Punjab Kings, RCB, and DC—while eyeing the RR vs RCB clash ahead. Like, subscribe, and join the cricket convo! 🎙 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
  3. APR 2

    IPL 2026 Week 1 Deep‑Dive: Bowling Crises, Kohli Chases & Cameron Green’s “Not Bowling” Saga!

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The In‑Between Over Podcast – your home for deep, fun, and brutally honest IPL coverage! In this episode, hosts Taran, and Ishaan (Ishaan Sharma) break down the ENTIRE IPL Week 1 action. Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome & Week 1 in review 00:46 - Scoring trends, bowlers vs batters, and why 150–180 is the sweet spot 02:04 - Early table: Rajasthan, RCB, DC, Mumbai, and CSK’s nightmare start 03:23 - Teams we’re worried about: KKR & SRH’s bowling crisis 04:48 - Rising teams: Punjab Kings + Cooper Connolly, Delhi Capitals’ fearsome attack 06:06 - Mumbai Indians’ balanced XI, Rohit’s 78(38), and Shardul’s 3/4 08:45 - The luxury of QDK being the backup keeper 09:33 - Virat Kohli’s masterclass chase for RCB 11:07 - CSK vs RR drama: Sanju Samson, Jaddu’s fiery send‑off, and team vibes 12:56 - Sooryavanshi’s insane 50 vs CSK, Matt Henry & Kuldeep’s 0‑fer meltdown 14:35 - Cameron Green’s “not bowling” saga: Should KKR get a refund? 17:35 - Injury vs management rule: who’s really at fault? 18:36 - KKR vs SRH preview: 250+ bombing at Eden Gardens? 19:28 - DC vs MI preview: playoff‑style clash, Rizvi’s surprise 70, and Tristan Stubbs’ rise 23:14 - Uncapped Indian stars: why Rizvi‑type heroes change leagues & careers We unpack the biggest talking points after just one weekend of IPL 2026: ✔️ Who’s actually strong and who’s paper‑thin? ✔️ Is the future of “skill‑bowlers” taking over from flat‑pitch slogs? ✔️ Should Cameron Green get a KKR salary refund if he can’t bowl? ✔️ And how soon can Vaibhav Sooryavanshi & India’s next T20 crop knock on the national door? This is your go‑to deep‑dive before the next big match. 👉 Smash LIKE if you enjoyed this IPL 2026 Week 1 review.   👉 SUBSCRIBE for Team‑by‑Team breakdowns, match previews, and post‑match rants.   👉 Drop a COMMENT: Who’s your dark‑horse team and who’s going to blow up this season? #IPL2026 #IPL #CricketPodcast #ViratKohli #MumbaiIndians #DelhiCapitals #CSK #SRH #KKR #PunjabKings #UncappedHeroes #IPLWeek1 #CricketAnalysis 🎙 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

    25 min
  4. MAR 12

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

    Send us Fan Mail 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
  5. MAR 6

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

    Send us Fan Mail 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

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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!