A podcast started by a cricket fanatic for anyone who is even remotely interested in Cricket and for the fans who ardently follow this beautiful game. I intend to talk all about cricket and keep you posted for some fresh perspectives and content. Follow us on Instagram and Threads @neveronthebackfoot and @neverontheback1 on Twitter too!
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The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 has delivered another fascinating chapter in women's cricket, and in Episode 354 Never on the Backfoot, we shift our focus to four teams that each had vastly different journeys—Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka and West Indies. Janani of Sportsy Mathsy Tales joins in yet again as we assess South Africa's impressive run to yet another ICC semi-final, the impact of…
The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 wasn't just about the finalists; it was also a tournament of home hopes, historic milestones, emerging Associate nations, and valuable lessons for teams at different stages of their journey. In Episode 353 of Never on the Backfoot, Janani of Sportsy Mathsy Tales fame joins in as we review the campaigns of England, the Netherlands, Ireland and Scotland, four teams…
In Episode 352 of Never on the Backfoot, we shift our focus to three fascinating campaigns—Australia, Bangladesh and New Zealand, each of which offered a very different story. Australia once again proved why they remain the gold standard in women's cricket, successfully ushering in a new era under Sophie Molineux while claiming a record-extending seventh T20 World Cup title. We discuss the…
India entered the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 carrying the weight of expectation. Fresh off their historic ODI World Cup triumph, Harmanpreet Kaur's side arrived in England with genuine title ambitions, exciting young talent, and the belief that this could finally be their year in the shortest format. Instead, their campaign ended in disappointment, raising as many questions as it answered. In…
Hi there! Welcome to Episode 350 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. At the Home of Cricket, the women's Test between India and England is far more than just another fixture. For decades, women were excluded from playing at Lord's, making every red-ball match at this iconic venue a reminder of how far the game has come and how much further it still has to go. This episode asks a question that sits…
Hi there! Welcome to Episode 349 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. Mid-season transfers in the Indian Premier League sound like a game-changing idea but in reality, they’re barely used. So why does this rule even exist, and more importantly, why do teams ignore it? In this episode, Naman Samtani joins us as we break down the logic behind mid-season transfers, the rules that govern them, and the…
Hi there! Welcome to Episode 348 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. The rise of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been nothing short of extraordinary, but is Indian cricket moving too fast? In this episode, we look at the 15-year-old Sooryavanshi, who has taken the Indian Premier League by storm, showcasing fearless batting, composure beyond his years, and the kind of impact that has everyone talking about…
Hi there! Welcome to Episode 347 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, we dive into one of the most defining debates in the modern Indian Premier League: the relevance of star culture in a league that may be rapidly evolving beyond it. From the towering influence of icons like MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to the shifting identities of franchises, this episode explores…
Hi there! Welcome to Episode 346 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, Aryan Surana joins us as we dive into a debate that’s been quietly simmering in cricket media and recently found its way into the spotlight. In the past few days, a thought-provoking debate sparked by Joy Bhattacharjya has got the cricket and media world talking. At the centre of it is Ian Bishop, widely respected…
Hi there! Welcome to Episode 345 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into the Senior Women’s Inter Zonal Multi-Day Trophy, breaking down every stage of the tournament — from the closely contested quarter-finals to a gripping final that was ultimately decided on a first-innings lead. Joining us on the show is Prajin, as we unpack key moments, standout performances, and…
