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In this episode of the podcast, we discuss the knockout stage of the recently concluded World Cup. Most of the discussion stays around the WC final match between India and Australia. We discuss the performances of different players during the final and some points which went wrong for India which gave the Aussies the edge to become the World Champions once again (yes, we think the Aussies are robo...

Join us as we talk about the points table at the end of the group stage of the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023. We briefly talk about the top four teams in the pool and their performances leading up to the semi finals, some interesting matches which have happened during the WC, and of course - we briefly discuss the performance of Pakistan cricket team in the tournament as well. We have our eyes on the...

In this episode of the podcast, we got together to discuss the recently concluded Pak vs Afg series which was played in Sri Lanka. Pakistan came out victorious in the series with a 3-0 whitewash against Afghanistan. We discuss all the three matches in the series, as well as highlights, positives, and negatives that Pakistan team can take moving forward into the very competitive tournaments coming...

Continuing on with the test series coverage between Pakistan and Sri Lanka - we talk about the second and final test of the series in this podcast. And what a treat it was for Pakistani fans. Pakistan took Sri Lanka like a storm. An aggressive mindset, attacking cricket, and brilliant captaincy resulted in Pakistan winning the test by and innings and 222 runs. Listen on as we discuss the amazing p...

CricBuddies are back with another series of episodes to cover the recently concluded test series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Follow along to hear us discuss the eventful first test match - key moments, performances, and mistakes that were made by both the teams. It was an eventful match for sure - with a lot of grit shown by the Pakistani batters - followed by some very top-notch bowling and f...

What can be better for true cricket fans than a Pakistan vs India final. It was the clash of the titans with Pakistan coming out as the victors of this contest. It was a splendid performance by the Shaheen's to post a mammoth total on the board for their Indian counterparts to chase down. From India's side as well, the batters kept going at a very good run rate despite losing some wickets. But it...

In this episode of the podcast, we talk about the thriller semi-final match of the Emerging Team's Asia Cup between Pakistan Shaheen's and Sri Lanka. Both teams played their hearts out but it was Pakistan which eventually came out on top despite the match looking like it could be anyone's game at multiple points. It was Arshad Iqbal's fifer which took Pakistan across the finish line and into the f...

We are back with another episode on the series against NZL. This time we're talking about the 3 match ODI series - which Pakistan ended up winning 2-1. It was a treat to watch the three matches with some splendid performances from both the sides. Listen in to hear us discussing the performances and summaries of the three matches.

In this episode of the podcast, we talk about the 5 T20 games which happened between Pak and NZL as part of Pakistan's home series. The series ended in a 2-2 draw with one match being abandoned due to rain. We saw a lot of amazing performances from both the sides and overall, it was a great display of cricket for the fans. Listen in to hear our thoughts about the performances and discuss the summa...

In this episode, we talk about the thriller of a game - that was the final of the PSL8. The perfect way to end another explosive season of the PSL. The final was played between Multan Sultans and the Lahore Qalandars - with Lahore opting to bat first, again relying on their bowling strength to help them defend the total. There were some handy innings throughout but the final blow was dealt by Shah...

In this episode of the podcast, we briefly talk about each of the matches played in the qualifiers stage of the PSL8. We first talk about the clash between Multan & Lahore - which Multan won to make their way through to the finals. The second qualifier was between Peshawar and Islamabad - both fighting to have a go with Lahore for a chance to reach the finals. Islamabad's batting really disappoint...

In this episode of the podcast, we talk about the final match of the women's exhibition series between the Amazons and the Superwomen. It was a thriller with the Amazons setting a target of 219 for the Superwomen to chase. The Superwomen were also up to the challenge and were on par at many points in the game until the unfortunate run-out of Iram Javed - at which point they started losing wickets....

In this episode, we discuss the first 2 matches of the women's exhibition matches, which happened alongside the ongoing PSL matches. The matches were held between Amazons - led by Bismah Maroof, and Superwomen - led by Nida Dar. Superwomen took the first match, with Nida Dar bagging the player of the match title. In the 2nd match, the Amazons came out all guns blazing, setting a total of 204 for t...

In this episode of the podcast, we discuss the summary of the PSL8 so far. We take a look at the points table to discuss the current standings of the teams so far. We also discuss some very high scoring matches of the tournament as well as stand-out performances with the bat as well as the ball so far in the tournament. Listen on to hear our thoughts on all things PSL. We are super excited for the...

This episode of the podcast is a special one. Being women cricketers ourselves and having grown up with cricket, this topic is super close to our hearts. We are super excited for the women's exhibition matches which are happening on the 8th, 10th and 11th of March. This is an amazing opportunity for our girls to showcase their skills and learn to play alongside some international stars - this will...

We cover two more exciting games in this episode of the CricBuddies podcast. We first talk about the amazing performance of the Karachi Kings to upset the powerful batting of Multan Sultans - who are usually very strong with chasing. But this time around, they were undone by Karachi and their batting seemed to be in chaos. KK won this match by 66 runs. The second match was the high scoring affair...

In this episode, we talk about the amazing performance of Islamabad United with the bat as well as the ball which took Quetta Gladiators by surprise as they struggled to keep pace with the roaring Islamabad Sherus. Islamabad put on a mammoth total of 220 which was just too much for Quetta to compete with. Azam Khan showed his classy shots to score 97 runs, also bagging the man of the match title.

We're back to cover more action from the ongoing season of the PSL. In this episode, we talk about two encounters. The first one being Peshawar vs Quetta - one of the most played fixtures in PSL history. Quetta fought hard but it was the Zalmi's which ended up on top in this one. We also talk about the next fixture, which was the Gladiators locking horns with the mighty Qalandars. The aggressive b...

In this episode, we share our thoughts on the biggest rivalry of the PSL. This time, the Karachi Kings came out on top, securing their first win in the season so far. Lahore Qalandars - while having a better bowling attack - looked to be a bit out of touch. The home ground advantage was definitely with the Kings and played its part as well in helping them crush their rivals to reach their first vi...

CricBuddies are back in action as the matches of the PSL8 bring Pakistan cricket back into action after a brief pause. In this episode, we discuss the first of the two matches which took place on the 19th of Feb. Muhammad Rizwan led Sultans clashed with the lions of Islamabad and emerged victorious in this clash with some amazing batting and bowling performances. Sultans had the game in their hand...

Lots of heartbreak for us Pakistani Cricket fans in the final of the World Cup. Regardless of the results, our Shaheen's gave it their all and tried their best but fell short. It was a fight to the end however and we are proud of our team for not making it easy for the opposition and giving it their all till the very end. Listen on as we discuss the match and the reasons for the loss while also ce...

Team Pakistan played like Shaheens to make their way through to the final of the World T20 2022. From being down and out at one stage to becoming the team to watch out for - what an amazing journey it has been and to witness that as fans of the team - what a gem. Everything went exactly right for Pakistan in the semi against NZ and the team came to the big game charged with energy to take the game...

We couldn't be more excited about Pakistan miraculously making its way through to the semi's! All the stars aligned in the perfect way to make this happen and the team capitalized on that with amazing performances from their side as well. We discuss the eventful Pak v SA and decisive Pak vs Ban matches in this podcast and end off discussing briefly about what positives Pakistan team should take wi...

We continue from where we left off to discuss the next couple of matches of the Pakistan Cricket Team in the world cup. We first discuss the disappointing loss to Zimbabwe and the mistakes that were made there before moving on to the match with Netherlands - with team Pakistan registering its first win in the tournament. Listen on to hear our thoughts about the performance and hopes for the tourna...

Being cricket lovers and cricket fans, we talk about the Pakistan Men's Cricket Team in this episode - touching on topics like the performance of the team in the recently concluded Asia Cup 2022, as well as the World Cup and the team's first nail-biting encounter with arch-rivals India. Listen on to hear our views about Pakistan's batting, bowling and our middle-order woes (which seem to be settli...