In Between Overs - A Cricket Fan's Podcast

Send us Fan Mail India didn’t just chase 153 — they obliterated it in 10 overs! Taran and Ishaan break down the madness from Guwahati as Team India delivers a complete performance to clinch the T20 series against New Zealand. From Ravi Bishnoi’s stunning comeback and Bumrah’s stumps-flying magic to Abhishek Sharma’s insane 14-ball 50, we unpack all the fireworks. Plus: what’s next for Sanju Samson...

Send us Fan Mail India make 209 look like a training chase in the 2nd T20I vs New Zealand, and Taran and Ishaan break down every angle from Raipur. We get into why 200 isn’t a safe T20 score anymore, how Ishan Kishan’s 76 (32) and Suryakumar Yadav’s “Mr. 360” return blew the game open, and what India’s batting depth means heading toward the T20 World Cup. We also talk Sanju Samson’s spot coming un...

Send us Fan Mail Abhishek Sharma's explosive 84 off 35 (SR 240) headlines India's 238/3 rout of New Zealand in the T20I series opener. Taran and Ishaan dissect batting tweaks like Ishan at 3, Rinku's clutch finish, Arshdeep's fiery start, and Bumrah tactics—plus Axar injury scares and World Cup lineup hints. Perfect dress rehearsal for T20 glory? 🎙 Thanks for tuning in to the I...

Send us Fan Mail New Zealand stun India 2–1, posting 337 in the Indore decider thanks to centuries from Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips to seal a historic first ODI series win in India. Taran and Ishaan break down India’s bowling issues in the middle overs, the impact of missing Bumrah and Hardik, and whether the current ODI template is cracking. They relive Virat Kohli’s nostalgic 124 and Harsh...

Send us Fan Mail Daryl Mitchell's unbeaten 131* powers NZ to a stunning chase of 285, leveling the ODI series 1-1 after India's KL Rahul 112*. Taran & Ishaan dissect dropped catches that killed India, spinner struggles, all-rounder gaps, and why no dead rubber awaits in Game 3. Epic breakdown—subscribe now! 🎙 Thanks for tuning in to the In Between Overs Podcast ! ✅ Don’t forget to l...

Send us Fan Mail India begin 2026 with a hard-fought win over New Zealand in the 1st ODI , and Taran & Ishaan are back to break it all down on In Between Overs . From Virat Kohli’s fluent 93 and Shubman Gill’s leadership , to a tense middle-order collapse and a clutch finish by KL Rahul , this match had everything. We dive into the tactical call of promoting Harshit Rana to No.7 , key dropped...

Send us Fan Mail India have named their T20 World Cup 2026 squad , and it’s full of surprises, bold decisions, and talking points . In this episode of the Inbetween Overs Podcast , we discuss: The shock exclusion of Shubman Gill Why Ishan Kishan’s return actually makes sense The importance of Rinku Singh as a true finisher India’s batting and bowling balance Our starting XI for spin-friendly India...

Send us Fan Mail India wrap up the T20I series 3-1 against South Africa , but the final match raised as many questions as it answered. On this episode of In Between Overs , Taran and Ishaan break down a high-scoring 5th T20I thriller , where India’s batting firepower met South Africa’s momentum — before Jasprit Bumrah completely turned the game on its head . We dive into: Bumrah’s elite death bowl...

Send us Fan Mail India answer the critics in style. In this episode of In Between Overs , we react to India’s commanding win over South Africa in the 3rd T20I, powered by a ruthless bowling performance and a composed chase. We dive into Arshdeep Singh’s redemption spell, Harshit Rana’s impressive stand-in performance, and Varun Chakravarthy’s control on a bowler-friendly surface. On the batting si...

Send us Fan Mail South Africa level the series 1–1 after a commanding win in the 2nd T20I — and India are left with more questions than answers. On this episode of In Between Overs , Taran and Ishaan break down India’s powerplay collapse , the controversial decision to send Axar Patel at No. 3 , and why Tilak Varma continues to be India’s most dependable T20 batter . We also discuss: Quinton de Ko...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the In-Between Overs podcast, Taran & Ishaan break down India’s dominant win in the opening T20I. Hardik Pandya delivered a brilliant all-round performance, rescuing India from 48/3 with explosive hitting and finishing with a wicket as well. We also discuss:  • Arshdeep Singh’s dream opening over — QDK gone second ball  • Tilak Varma & Axar Patel’s smart...

Send us Fan Mail India finish the ODI series in style! 🇮🇳  In this episode, Taran & Ishaan break down India’s dominant win over South Africa in Vizag — a chase made easy by Yashasvi Jaiswal’s maiden ODI hundred (116) , a vintage Rohit Sharma 70 , and yet another classy knock from Virat Kohli , who continues to redefine ODI consistency. We discuss: Jaiswal’s growth, pacing, and all-format poten...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode of In Between Overs , Taran & Ishaan dive deep into Virat Kohli’s incredible comeback performance , reliving his vintage dominance and breaking down why he once again looks like the Kohli of old. From his aggressive intent to his impact on India’s batting lineup, the boys analyze every angle of what this resurgence means for Team India. We also discuss:  • H...

Send us Fan Mail India finally punch back after being whitewashed in the Test series, thanks to a vintage Virat Kohli hundred in Ranchi. Taran and Ishaan break down: Kohli’s 52nd ODI ton & why this felt like “Kohli of old” Rohit–Kohli’s partnership and India’s top-order template in ODIs Fitness, rest days & how Kohli manages his game at 37 The XI: Gaikwad vs Tilak at No.4, Pant left out, W...

Send us Fan Mail India getting whitewashed 2–0 at home by South Africa wasn’t on many bingo cards. But it happened — and Taran & Ishaan are here to unpack every painful detail. In this episode of the In-Between Overs Podcast , the guys dive into: Why South Africa looked more at home in Indian conditions The selection philosophy: too many all-rounders, not enough specialist batters The Ranji gr...

Send us Fan Mail India’s home fortress cracks again. South Africa claim a rare Test victory in India, and the story is bigger than just a bad day at the office. In this episode, we dissect the chaotic spinning pitch, Gautam Gambhir’s “no excuses” stance, and India’s puzzling team selection—four spinners on a wicket that demanded more batting. We break down: India’s batting collapse in both innings...

Send us Fan Mail Two Tests. Big drama. Test cricket is back!  We preview the India–South Africa Freedom Trophy: Pant’s comeback, Gill’s form, Jaiswal vs Rabada, and why left-arm spin could decide it all. Expect bold takes, surprise XIs, and some serious debate about pitches. Keywords: INDvSA, Freedom Trophy, Pant comeback, Jaiswal, Rabada, Test cricket, India cricket podcast, cricket banter 🎙 Than...

Send us Fan Mail India wrap up their T20I series against Australia with a 2–1 victory — a strong finish to a rain-hit series that offered plenty of insights ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup. In this episode of In Between Overs , Taran and Ishaan break down the key storylines from the series: Abhishek Sharma’s breakout performance and why he’s now a lock for the opening slot. Suryakumar Yadav’s capt...

Send us Fan Mail India take the 4th T20I at the Gold Coast with grit, smarts, and adaptability.  In this episode, Taran and Ishaan unpack how Shubman Gill’s patience, Abhishek Sharma’s maturity, and Akshar Patel’s all-round brilliance helped India choke Australia’s chase on a tricky, two-paced pitch. From Gautam Gambhir’s surprise call to send Shivam Dube at No.3 , to Nathan Ellis’ deceptive slowe...

Send us Fan Mail A weekend to remember for Indian cricket! 🇮🇳  Taran and Ishaan break down a historic double-header — the Indian women’s team lifting their first ever 50-over World Cup and the men’s side taking the 3rd T20I vs Australia . From Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership and Jemimah Rodrigues’ match-winning semi-final to Washington Sundar and Jitesh Sharma’s unexpected heroics in the men’s win,...

Send us Fan Mail The Australian summer is heating up — and so is the debate around India’s selection! 🇮🇳🔥 In this episode, Taran and Ishaan break down India’s defeat in the 2nd T20I against Australia. From Josh Hazlewood’s stunning spell to India’s top-order collapse, to the puzzling three-spinner strategy, we unpack it all. We also discuss Abhishek Sharma’s brilliant innings, the Harshit Rana–Sh...

Send us Fan Mail  Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli turned a “dead rubber” into a time capsule performance, steering India to a comfortable chase in Sydney. We break down how India’s bowlers—Washington Sundar’s control, Kuldeep’s craft, and Harshit Rana’s hostility—set the platform, before Ro-Ko did Ro-Ko things. We also talk Gill’s quiet series (and why it’s fine), Prasidh’s inconsistency, and what th...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The In Between Overs Podcast , Taran & Ishaan unpack the second ODI between India and Australia — a game that saw history made for the wrong reasons as Virat Kohli registered back-to-back ducks for the first time in his career. The hosts discuss: India’s shaky top order and Rohit–Iyer fightback Hazelwood’s spell of the series and Zampa’s reliability Fielding...

Send us Fan Mail India vs Australia — Match 1 of the ODI series was anything but smooth sailing! 🌧️  A stop-start game filled with rain interruptions, momentum shifts, and batting struggles saw India fall short in their first outing of the Aussie tour. Taran & Ishaan break it all down — from Rohit & Kohli’s much-talked-about “comeback” to KL Rahul’s steady form, Axar Patel’s surprise promo...

Send us Fan Mail  India have named their ODI and T20I squads for the Australia tour — and the headlines are spicy. There’s a new ODI captain, high-profile omissions (hi, Jaddu 👀), injury replacements, and conditions-driven tweaks for Aussie pitches. Taran and Ishaan break it all down, debate combinations, and lock in their XIs for both formats — plus a bold “alternate XI” thought experiment.  Cha...