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Cricket Unfiltered

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Cricket Unfiltered is a podcast hosted by Nikhil Naaz and Rajdeep Sardesai where the two passionate cricket fans bring together sharp cricket analysis, informed opinion, and engaging conversation and unpack the stories behind the players on and off the field. With sharp insight and a generous dash of humour, Rajdeep and Nikhil break down the game beyond the headlines—mixing analysis with quirky anecdotes, little-known trivia, and the occasional burst of spontaneous fun. From historic victories to crushing heartbreaks, they revisit the moments that have shaped cricket’s legacy.

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Why Isn't Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Playing? | Rajdeep Sardesai & Nikhil Naz on England Hopes & What Cricketers Do After Hours 01.07.2026 52:12

Why isn't Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the playing XI? It's the question every cricket fan is asking. In this episode, veteran journalists and passionate cricket fans Rajdeep Sardesai and Nikhil Naz discuss the buzz around Vaibhav's absence, explain why fans shouldn't lose hope, and share why England could be the stage where the young batter gets his opportunity. But the conversation goes beyond t...

Shreyas Replaces SKY? Dawood's Shadow on Cricket & Why Lalit Modi-Vijay Mallya Live Like Kings in London | Cricket Unfiltered | Ep 6 05.06.2026 45:45

Is Indian cricket on the verge of a major reset? And why do some of the biggest controversies from cricket's past refuse to go away? In this explosive conversation, veteran journalists and cricket enthusiasts Rajdeep Sardesai and Nikhil Naz debate whether Shreyas Iyer should replace Suryakumar Yadav as India's T20 captain and discuss what the ideal Indian T20 playing XI should...

VIRAT vs ROHIT; IPL’S Glitz, Drama and Ethics! | Rajdeep Sardesai & Nikhil Naz | Cricket Unfiltered | Ep 5 14.05.2026 50:52

In this episode of Cricket Unfiltered, veteran journalists and passionate cricket fans Rajdeep Sardesai and Nikhil Naz engage in a no-holds-barred debate on some of the biggest talking points in Indian cricket. From the ultimate T20 batting face-off — Virat Kohli vs Rohit Sharma — to the intense loyalty fans and players show towards IPL franchises, the conversation goes far beyond the boundary rop...

Speed Debate: Old Legends vs Modern Cricketers | Rajdeep Sardesai & Nikhil Naz | Ep 4 30.04.2026 1:07:43

Were fast bowlers of the past actually quicker or has modern cricket taken pace to another level? In this episode of Cricket Unfiltered, journalists and cricket enthusiasts Rajdeep Sardesai and Nikhil Naz go head-to-head on a fascinating generational debate, comparing legends like Jeff Thomson with today’s stars Pat Cummins and Jofra Archer. From uncovered pitches and minimal protection to today’s...

Cricket: Test vs IPL & The Politics In Between | Rajdeep Sardesai & Nikhil Naz | Ep 3 16.04.2026 1:00:00

In the latest episode of Cricket Unfiltered, journalists and passionate cricket fans Rajdeep Sardesai and Nikhil Naz dive deep into cricket’s biggest debates—Test vs IPL, Chennai nostalgia, and the story behind the gate named after legendary cricketer Dilip Sardesai at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. They also unpack why the Kolkata Knight Riders seem to have lost the plot—and ask the big question: ca...

How the Indian Premier League Changed Cricket Forever | Rajdeep Sardesai & Nikhil Naz | Ep 2 03.04.2026 39:24

In this engaging podcast, journalists and passionate cricket fans Rajdeep Sardesai and Nikhil Naz dive deep into the origins and evolution of the Indian Premier League—unpacking the vision behind the tournament, the role of figures like Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya, and how the league transformed cricket into a global spectacle. More than 18 years on, they explore why the IPL continues to thrive, s...

Can India Win the T20 World Cup? Rajdeep Sardesai & Nikhil Naz Break It Down | S1 Ep 1 09.03.2026 43:00

In the debut episode of Cricket Unfiltered, journalists and passionate cricket fans Rajdeep Sardesai and Nikhil Naz break down the India national cricket team’s thrilling semifinal win at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. They discuss standout performers, debate India’s top five cricketers of all time, analyze the brilliance of Jasprit Bumrah, and examine the rising future of Abhishek Sharma. Most...