A Century Of Stories

The Indian Premier League expanded in 2022 to make it a 10 team tournament from the 8 team tournament that it was when it began in 2008. However, there have also been teams that once were part of this extravaganza but no longer are. Former Mumbai Captain Shishir Hattangadi who was the Director of Cricket of one such team in the inaugural edition recalls the journey of few such teams on this episod...

Why did India’s biggest film industry take root in Mumbai? From the first silent film screenings to the dream factories of Girgaum, this episode of  A Century of Stories: India , brought to you by IDFC First Bank, traces the fascinating story of how Bombay became Bollywood. Join host Kunal Vijayakar in conversation with heritage expert  Bharat Gothoskar  as they explore: The r...

Mumbai wasn’t always India’s financial powerhouse—but how did it get there? In this episode, Kunal Vijayar sits down with heritage expert and city chronicler  Bharat Godoskar to explore the fascinating journey of Mumbai, from its early colonial days to becoming the economic engine of India. Join us as we uncover the city’s rich history, pivotal moments, and the forces...

As the ongoing Indian Premier League edition moves towards its business end, we talk to noted cricket analyst Sankar Rajgopal to understand the impact of data and analysis on IPL teams’ pursuit to success. Sankar, who has worked previously with multiple IPL teams in the past, shares his insight on how analysis is shaping cricket’s future on this episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket...

From the mid 90s to late 2000s, the Australian men’s team dominated both the formats of the game like only West Indies had done in their prime. But in their methods, they were different from the West Indies and won admirers and detractors aplenty. Watch Joy Bhattacharjya discuss the period of Aussie dominance with Cyrus in this episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket podcast presented by ID...

On 24th April, 1973 a boy was born in the Tendulkar household who changed the cricket world forever. Though he made his debut in 1989, it was in the 90s that Tendulkar ascended to a different plane altogether with his batting exploits. But the decade tested him as well with its share of injuries and multiple stints of captaincy that left much to be desired. Popular journalist Clayton Murzello talk...

With the growth in the popularity of the tournament, the value of captaincy of an IPL side has also grown manifold over the 18 years of its existence. Journalist Shashank Kishore talks about how the role has changed over the years and who have been some of the hits and who have been some of the misses in this role in this episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket podcast presented by IDFC...

While the Indian Premier League dominates headlines because of the superstars, the glitz and the glamour, the tournament also keeps churning out success stories of young cricketers coming from remote corners of the country. From Ashok Dinda to Vignesh Puthur, from R. Ashwin to Varun Chakaravarthy, the league has produced many heartwarming stories of success. Hear noted cricket journalist Shashank...

In the 18th year of the Indian Premier League, RCB remains one of the unique stories of the tournament. Despite its star power, it remains without a trophy and yet the franchise can also boast of one of the most passionate fan bases in the league. Writer Shashank Kishore, who hails from the Garden City, and is currently authoring a book on the franchise, shares untold stories about the team from t...

While the 1983 World Cup was the big turning point in Indian cricket, the win in the 2011 World Cup also remains particularly special for a certain generation that had grown up hearing stories about the triumph of Kapil Dev’s men but hadn’t seen their superstars lift a trophy. Unlike ‘83, this team began the tournament as favorites and went on to give Sachin Tendul...

In the last decade, Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri forged a strong Captain-Coach partnership that transformed much about the team, from fielding standards, to fitness levels to on-field aggression. The results could be seen in the team’s success on the field where they dominated at home and clinched multiple series wins away. India’s ex-fielding coach, R. Sridhar, who saw...

When the league began in 2008, the presence of a galaxy of foreign stars turned heads. But despite their massive influence and success, the board has stuck to the four foreigners in an XI rule. While some foreign players have used the league as a launchpad for their careers, some big names have flopped as well. Watch Cyrus discuss a bevy of foreign stars in the IPL with Ayaz Memon on this episode...

While Pakistan’s first ICC tournament as hosts after 29 years winds up, we rewind to 1996 to the iconic Wills World Cup hosted by three subcontinent countries when Sri Lanka rewrote the ODI batting blueprint to stun the world under their talismanic skipper Arjuna Ranatunga. Cyrus and World Cup specialist Ayaz Memon talk about al the World Cup heist as big as India’s ‘83 triumph,...

From waiting hours to load a single webpage to streaming movies in 4K, India has come a long way. In this special episode of A Century of Stories: India, Kunal Vijaykar sits down with comedian Kumar Varun and journalist Aastha Atray Banan to unpack the cultural evolution of India over the last 25 years. This is not just nostalgia—it’s a deep dive into how India changed, adapted, and th...

A few months after reaching 500 Test wickets, Ravichandran Ashwin surprised many by announcing his retirement from international cricket. But his greatness was duly recognised recently as he was conferred with the Padma Shri honour by the Govt. of India soon after his retirement. Watch R. Sridhar, India’s fielding coach for 7 years, talk about the man Ravi Shastri dubbed as the ‘Ash-tr...

Welcome to A Century Of Stories: India presented by IDFC FIRST Bank!   Indian cuisine has taken over the world, from bustling street food stalls to Michelin-starred restaurants. But how did our beloved flavours travel beyond borders? In this episode of A Century of Stories: India, Kunal Vijayakar explores the global rise of Indian food through the journeys of chefs like Vikas Khanna, Vineet B...

Eight years after it was last held, the Champions Trophy makes a comeback with its latest edition to be hosted in Pakistan and the UAE. Join Cyrus and Ayaz Memon as they refresh some memories from a tournament that has often been called the Mini World Cup on this episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket podcast presented by IDFC FIRST Bank. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to A Century Of Stories: India presented by IDFC FIRST Bank! Welcome to @ACenturyOfStories presented by @IDFCFIRSTBank Discover the groundbreaking story and sounds of Charanjit Singh, the unsung pioneer of acid house! Decades before the genre took off, this Indian musician fused classical ragas with futuristic synths on his 1982 album  Ten Ragas to a Disco Beat . Using just the Roland...

With Jasprit Bumrah sweeping the ICC awards after a terrific 2024, it was only fair that we discuss the pacer at length with a man who worked very closely with him and saw him develop into a world class talent. Watch Cyrus ask India’s ex-fielding coach R. Sridhar everything that you want to know  about the man the country has been calling a ‘national treasure’ on this episod...

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Just like every season, the IPL auction has set up this edition of the Indian Premier League as well. So, we take a closer look at the grand event with a man who has been there and done that. Listen to Joy Bhattacharjya, former team director of Kolkata Knight Riders, talk about the nitty-gritties of the IPL auctions on this episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket podcast presented by IDFC FIRST B...

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As another Indian men’s team coach finds himself navigating a tough first year in the much scrutinised position in Indian cricket, Cyrus gets Joy Bhattacharjya for a conversation about the men who have been in Gautam Gambhir’s shoes in the past and dealt with their own set of challenges and successes in this episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket podcast presented by IDFC FIRST Bank....

Welcome back to A Century Of Stories: India presented by IDFC FIRST Bank! Every Republic Day, India honours its heroes with the prestigious Padma Awards, recognizing extraordinary contributions across various fields. From arts and science to public service and sports, these awards celebrate the spirit of excellence and dedication. On this 76th Republic Day, in our 76th episode, Kunal delves into t...

As India prepares to celebrate the 76th Republic Day, we look back at the journey of Indian cricket from the Pre-Independence era to the events that shaped our destiny in the nation's early tryst with the colonial game. In this episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket, a podcast by IDFC FIRST Bank watch Cyrus in conversation with esteemed sports journalist Clayton Murzello as they take us through...