Olympics fever has took over the world when the best athletes from around the world showed their skill at the 2024 Paris Olympics. But an even bigger event awaits the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles: The game of cricket will finally be a part of this global event. But did you know cricket has been a part of the Olympics once before?

Tune in as Cyrus runs you through the brief history of cricket and the
Olympics. From not having enough days to play games to boards asking the Olympics association to compensate them with money for the fixtures they’ll lose, it's been a rocky road. But finally Cricket will conquer one more milestone only 4 years from now.

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Did you know a soda company was named for the amount of fizz it shared with a certain manufacturer’s cricket balls? The cricket ball, which has more of a character of its own and effect on its sport than the balls in other ball games, has gone through quite an evolution throughout the history of the game.

From the vintage red ball used in the early years to the revolutionary white kookaburra ball introduced specifically for ODIs. How has the nature of the game impacted the cricket ball and vice versa?

Host Cyrus Broacha (who loves to talk about balls of all kinds) tells you the history.

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Join Kunal to discover the inspiring story of Wilson Jones, India's first individual world champion in sports history. In 1958, Wilson Jones made history by clinching the World Amateur Billiards Championship, marking a milestone for Indian sports on the global stage. Kunal takes you through his journey, from humble beginnings to international fame, highlighting his perseverance, skill, and groundbreaking achievement. Learn how Jones paved the way for future generations of Indian cueists, and why his legacy continues to inspire champions today.

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Neutral umpires are the norm today. But it wasn’t always this way. Believe it or not, the seed of this change actually occurred at a tea party thrown in 1954-55 by Pakistani skipper Abdul Kardar where he invited Lala Amarnath.

What went down at this tea party and how did a decision taken by Pakistan captain Imran Khan decades later make sure that neutrality and honesty in umpiring was maintained?

Find out as Cyrus Broacha, (the most neutral of all podcast hosts) breaks down the story for you. And make sure you tell us what ranks as the worst umpiring you’ve seen, in comments below!

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‘Change is the only constant’ goes the famous saying. Many of our finest cricketers actually started with one skill but then switched over to another which brought them the glory and fortune they’re known for today. Did you know that Rohit Sharma, one of the finest batsmen of our time actually started out with the ball? Or the superb bowler R.Ashwin actually did NOT start with the ball, what made Anil Kumble go from pace bowling to leg spin?

Sit back and find out as host Cyrus Broacha lets you in on all this and more.

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In this episode, Kunal takes you to Odisha, located on the eastern coast of India. Odisha is rapidly emerging as a premier sporting destination, thanks to its world-class infrastructure, initiatives, and vibrant sports culture. Known for hosting major international events like the Hockey World Cup, Odisha boasts state-of-the-art facilities such as the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, which has become a hub for field hockey, athletics, and football. The state's commitment to nurturing talent through sports academies and grassroots programs is making it a favourite among athletes and sports enthusiasts alike.

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