Through The Covers

In Episode 36 fred talks about the absolute chaos in the best way possible. Two high-scoring thrillers, two unbelievable chases, and a day that perfectly captures the evolution of modern T20 cricket. We break down Punjab Kings chasing a massive 265 against Delhi, despite KL Rahul’s incredible 150—an innings that deserved to be match-winning but ends up in a losing cause. Then it’s Rajasthan vs Hyd...

In Episode 35 of Through the Covers, Fred breaks down a high-octane IPL thriller as Royal Challengers Bengaluru chase down a daunting 206 against Gujarat Titans in style. Led by a composed yet commanding knock from Virat Kohli and powered by a momentum-shifting fifty from Devdutt Padikkal, RCB showcased how to master a big chase under pressure. But the story isn’t complete without GT’s perspective...

In Episode 34, Fred breaks down a dominant performance from Chennai Super Kings as they crush Mumbai Indians by 103 runs in the Indian Premier League 2026. A stunning century from Sanju Samson sets the tone, backed by crucial quick-fire contributions that define modern T20 batting. The spotlight then shifts to a clinical bowling display led by Akeal Hosein and a spin-heavy strategy that completely...

In Episode 33 of Through the Covers, Fred breaks down a dominant performance from Sunrisers Hyderabad as they crush Delhi Capitals by 47 runs in a high-scoring thriller. From being at the bottom of the table just a week ago to climbing up to third with a strong net run rate, SRH’s turnaround shows exactly how quickly momentum can shift in the IPL. Fred dives deep into Abhishek Sharma’s sensational...

Mumbai Indians announce their comeback in style with a dominant 99-run win over Gujarat Titans—but the story wasn’t straightforward. Fred breaks down how MI struggled for 17 overs before Tilak Varma’s explosive century flipped the game on its head, turning a below-par innings into a match-winning total. On the other side, serious questions arise for GT as their batting unit completely crumbles yet...

KKR finally get their first win of the season—but is it a real turnaround or just papering over cracks? Fred breaks down how their struggling top order was once again bailed out by a resilient middle and lower middle order, and why this win could’ve easily gone the other way with a few extra runs from RR. Speaking of RR, two losses in a row now—are we witnessing their usual mid-season dip again? T...

Episode 30 dives into two contrasting thrillers in the Indian Premier League. Royal Challengers Bengaluru were left 15–20 runs short at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, and Delhi Capitals capitalized with a composed chase, sealed by David Miller’s ice-cold finishing—6, 6, 4 in a last-over thriller. Then it’s a brutally honest breakdown of Chennai Super Kings’ chase against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Ra...

In Episode 29 of Through the Covers, Fred breaks down Gujarat Titans’ composed chase against KKR — a game closer on paper than it felt on the field. Why GT continue to look like one of the most tactically sharp sides, and where KKR let the game slip despite moments of control. Then we shift gears to a blockbuster Saturday double-header. First stop: Bengaluru — where DC take on RCB at the Chinnaswa...

In Episode 28 of Through the Covers, Fred breaks down a high-scoring thriller in Mumbai where Quinton de Kock’s sensational century goes in vain as Mumbai Indians once again fail to close out a game. Despite a strong start with Naman Dhir’s promotion paying off, MI’s middle and lower order collapse highlights a worrying lack of impact players—something that once defined this franchise. Punjab King...

In Episode 27, RCB continue their dominant run at the top with a clinical chase against LSG, exposing major flaws in Lucknow’s batting approach and bowling execution. Fred breaks down why 146 was never going to be enough on a tricky Bengaluru surface and how even a par score might not have saved LSG from this RCB unit. We then shift focus to the upcoming clash between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kin...

In episode26, we break down Chennai Super Kings’ commanding win over Kolkata Knight Riders — a game that was shaped right in the powerplay. Despite an early setback with Ruturaj Gaikwad falling again, CSK’s aggressive intent through the likes of Mhatre and Sanju Samson set the tone with a blazing start. We also dive into Ajinkya Rahane’s smart captaincy that helped KKR restrict CSK to a par total,...

In Episode 25 of Through the Covers, Fred breaks down a dominant performance from Sunrisers Hyderabad as they outclass Rajasthan Royals by 57 runs in Hyderabad. A captain’s knock from Ishan Kishan takes center stage, highlighting his calm leadership and ability to deliver in crucial moments. We dive deep into Nitish Kumar Reddy’s evolving role in the side — a testament to his adaptability, but als...

In Episode 24 of Through the Covers, Fred breaks down a contrasting double-header in the Indian Premier League. The Gujarat Titans continue to impress with their calm, calculated approach — echoing the classic Chennai Super Kings formula — as their consistent top order once again guides them home, while the Lucknow Super Giants struggle to find momentum and risk falling behind in the race. We then...

In Episode 23 Fred Analyses Match 17 and Match 18 which delivered a night of high-scoring drama and deeper tactical storylines. Punjab Kings continue to dominate chases with fearless, calculated aggression, but their struggle to contain runs with the ball is emerging as a serious long-term concern. Meanwhile, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s explosive batting unit is being let down by a bowling attack that l...

In Episode 22 of Through The Covers, Fred breaks down a high-scoring thriller where Rajasthan Royals chased down 202 against RCB, uncovering the real story behind the numbers. Despite a batting collapse, RCB pushed past 200—credit to the management and a crucial impact-sub call that brought Venkatesh Iyer into the game at the perfect moment. The episode dives deep into where RCB lost control—contr...

In Episode 21 of Through The Covers, Fred breaks down a last-ball thriller between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants, where KKR’s inability to accelerate beyond a par total of 180 proved costly. A deep dive into their batting approach, the pressure surrounding Cameron Green, and how Ajinkya Rahane almost pulled off a defend with sharp captaincy. On the other side, LSG’s belief stood o...

In Episode 20 of Through The Covers, Fred breaks down a last-ball thriller between DC and GT where Gujarat Titans held their nerve to seal a 1-run victory. A deep dive into Gujarat’s growing reliance on their top order—and how they continue to deliver under pressure—along with a closer look at Ashish Nehra’s team culture that backs players through failures, with Washington Sundar’s impactful fifty...

In Episode 19 of Through The Covers, Fred breaks down Match 13 of IPL 2026 where Rajasthan Royals outclassed Mumbai Indians in a rain-curtailed 11-over clash. Despite making the expected call to chase, Mumbai’s poor bowling execution, questionable matchups, and lack of clarity cost them dearly as Yashasvi Jaiswal dominated from the start. Fred dives deep into where MI went wrong — from missing the...

Episode 18 dives into Match 12 of the IPL 2026 where rain played spoilsport, but not before exposing KKR’s ongoing top-order struggles at 25/2. Fred breaks down what’s going wrong with KKR, why their issues run deeper than just form, and how Punjab continues to impress with a champion mindset led by a lethal new-ball attack. The discussion also touches on auction strategies and why quick fixes rar...

In Episode 17 of Through The Covers, Fred dives deep into two contrasting IPL encounters. First, a gritty battle where Sunrisers Hyderabad fought back from a disastrous start, powered by resilience from Heinrich Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy, only for Lucknow Super Giants to narrowly chase it down — with Mohammed Shami’s fiery new-ball spell setting the tone early. Then, we shift to absolute carn...

In Episode 16, Fred breaks down two thrilling IPL clashes as Delhi Capitals outclass Mumbai Indians with a composed chase, highlighting how their trust in Sameer Rizvi is finally paying dividends. He then dives into Rajasthan Royals’ impressive defense against Gujarat Titans, showcasing their balance and game awareness under pressure. The episode also explores a key talking point—what teams like C...

In Episode 15 of Through The Covers, we break down Match 07 of the IPL 2026 as Punjab Kings chase down a massive 210 against Chennai Super Kings in a high-scoring thriller. Despite a strong batting effort from CSK, they fall short by 20 runs in terms of game control, once again exposing their inability to deliver as a complete unit. We dive into Ayush Mhatre’s crucial innings that revived CSK afte...

In episode 14 of Through The Covers, we break down a statement win from Sunrisers Hyderabad as they outclass Kolkata Knight Riders with a dominant all-round performance. We dive deep into how planning and execution made the difference, highlighting the growing trend of away teams outperforming sides in their own conditions. Was this a one-off, or a sign of a bigger shift in T20 cricket? We also an...

In Episode 13 of Through The Covers, Fred breaks down Match 05 of the IPL as Delhi Capitals outplay Lucknow Super Giants in a low-scoring, tactical contest. A game that was never about big hitting, but all about reading conditions, this episode dives into where LSG lacked clarity with the bat and how DC executed their chase with calmness and control. Special focus on Sameer Rizvi’s composed match-...

In Episode 12 of Through The Covers, Fred breaks down another gripping IPL encounter as Punjab Kings edge past Gujarat Titans in a tense chase. The match mirrored the CSK vs RR clash in terms of pitch behavior, but Gujarat Titans adapted better—only to fall short due to a lack of execution from their middle order and finishers. Fred dives into how crucial those middle overs were and why GT let thi...