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Pro Sports lads have finally made a joint appearance on our show! This show came with its due shares of difficulties. The lads auto-focus made sure they were blurred and Bashaar's microphone got disconnected seconds after we went live. It's okay though, we feel like it's still a good watch/listen. We hope you guys enjoy too! 03:57 Origins of Pro Sports: A Journey Through Cricket Media09:52 Cricket and Politics: The PCB's Strategic Moves15:54 The Economics of Cricket: Challenges for Content Creators21:53 Conversations Over Interviews: The Art of Podcasting23:39 The Importance of Authenticity in Sports Podcasts24:55 Navigating Criticism and Conflict in Podcasting26:41 The Dynamics of Friendship and Professionalism28:00 Learning from Technical Mishaps29:58 The Role of Planning and Preparation32:31 The Analytical Approach to Sports Commentary34:54 Political Influences in Cricket Governance38:53 The Financial Power Dynamics in Cricket41:12 The Impact of Political Stances on Cricket Relations49:17 The Need for Reform in Cricket Governance52:29 The One-Sided Debate in Cricket Rivalries54:03 Marketability of Cricket: India vs Pakistan55:55 Pakistan's Selection Dilemma: Wicketkeepers and Batsmen01:00:11 Evolving Strategies in T20 Cricket01:01:56 Pakistan's World Cup Prospects and Team Composition01:05:57 Weather and Conditions: Impact on Performance01:09:48 Final Thoughts on Team Selection and Future ProspectsUse code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

BP boys react to Pakistan's decision of boycotting their T20 World Cup game versus India on February 15th. Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

BP boys go down memory lane and discuss how Pakistan won the 2009 T20 WC.Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 0:00 - Events leading up to the 2009 T20 WC12:17 - Pakistan's squad changes, WC format, and losing warm-up matches 18:12 - Pakistan lose to England 22:32 - Pakistan beat the Netherlands 31:33 - Pakistan lose to Sri Lanka 36:04 - Pakistan beat New Zealand 43:12 - Pakistan beat Ireland 46:30 - Pakistan beat South Africa in the Semi Finals59:48 - Pakistan beat Sri Lanka in the Final🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

BP boys review the 1st T20I between Pakistan and Australia.Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

BP boys react to Pakistan’s T20 World Cup squad announcement. Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 0:00 - Wasim Jr dropped5:06 - Pakistan's shift to a defensive mindset w/ Hasan Nawaz & M. Haris dropped 7:53 - Usman Khan as the Wicket Keeper & Khawaja Nafay's selection11:45 - Why Babar Azam was brought back & is this Saim's last chance?14:03 - Fakhar Zaman be on the bench & will Pakistan ever retire batters?16:55 - What happened to Hassan Nawaz & flexible batting orders20:05 - Naseem Shah's selection, Pakistan's combination & chances at the WC🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

In this episode of This Week In Cricket (TWIC), BP boys discuss Bangladesh being out of the T20 WC, India's T20I series against NZ, Pakistan players caught in a ponzi scheme, and Perth Scorchers winning BBL15.Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 0:00 - Top stories this week1:50 - Bangladesh out of the T20 World Cup 29:32 - Should Pakistan boycott the T20 World Cup?34:50 - India hammer New Zealand in T20Is39:53 - Pakistan players caught in ponzi scheme43:19 - Perth Scorchers win BBL 15 & this week in history🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

BP Boys review Pakistan's squad and preview the T20I series vs Australia.Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 0:00 - Australia tour of Pakistan for 3 T20Is5:14 - Australia B team?!10:02 - Pakistan T20 WC squad still not announced & Pakistan's wicketkeeper16:51 - Babar Azam's BBL performances and his place in the T20I team24:17 - Pakistan's team combination & game plan 30:31 - Riz-Bar's future in T20s33:14 - Haris Rauf dropped39:37 - Closing thoughts🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

Welcome to the first episode of This Week in Cricket (TWIC), a weekly series where BP boys talk about the top stories in the world of cricket. Enjoy! Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com 💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 0:00 - Welcome to This Week in Cricket (TWIC) 4:09 - Rizwan retired out in the BBL 13:10 - Babar Azam denied a single by Steme Smith 23:43 - Where has Zaman Khan been? 28:22 - Haris Rauf is the highest wicket-taker in BBL 15 30:51 - India lose ODI series vs NZ's D team 37:40 - Controversy in BPL & BCCI Vs BCB 🌐 Connect with Backward Point: Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected] 📱 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

BP boys who should be Pakistan's wicket keeper for the 2026 T20 WC. Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon:   / backwardpointpodcast   0:00 - Pakistan has a wicket-keeper crisis 3:45 - Why Rizwan was removed & his replacements Pakistan has tried 11:18 - M. Haris's comeback & why he was dropped 18:36 - Usman Khan's comeback & part-time wicket keepers 23:52 - Khawaja Nafay's selection & how Pakistan's team is shaping up 31:47 - Discussion on who should be the keeper batter, Patreon comments & survey results 🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack...🎮 Join our free Discord community:   / discord  📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram:   / backwardpointpod  🐦 Twitter / X:   / point_backward  📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

BP boys discuss Usman Khawaja's retirement and Pakistan's 1st T20I vs Sri Lanka.Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 0:00 - Usman Khawaja retires 8:50 - Pakistan Vs Sri Lanka 12:14 - Shaheen's knee injury, rehab, and Salman Mirza as his backup18:43 - Shadab Khan's comeback bowling spell 25:30 - Usman Tariq's selection, Abrar Ahmed's celebration & Shadab's role 33:20 - Pakistan's run chase & Pakistan's T20 WC squad selection44:18 - Who should be Pakistan's WK & closing thoughts 🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

BP boys react to your hottest cricket takes! Enjoy!Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 0:00 - We are reacting to your hottest cricket takes1:55 - Cricket analysts need to be tested for their knowledge or get fired 3:41 - India's CT25 victory must have an asterisk to it 5:47 - Ashes rivalry is overrated and India Vs Australia is more competitive7:58 - Saeed Anwar over Sachin Tendulkar if his career wasn't derailed 9:30 - Cricket's growth is an illusion 10:54 - Mankad's should automatically be given out by the umpire 15:00 - Jasprit Bumrah is a mid bowler15:38 - Shoaib Malik is in the top 5 Pakistani batters of all time16:22 - Brett Lee is better than Shoaib Akhtar in tests 17:41 - Brian Lara was as good as Sachin Tendulkar 20:05 - Virat Kohli is better than Sachin Tendulkar 22:53 - ODIs should be eliminated 24:48 - Abhishek Sharma will flop in T20 WC 202626:17 - Naseem Shah over Shaheen Afridi26:44 - Jasprit Bumrah isn't top 10 bowlers of all time 27:20 - Shubman Gill is the Babar Azam of India28:13 - Babar Azam is the worst Pakistan captain in recent times29:30 - Misbah was a terrible white ball batter 30:55 - Trent Boult is better than Mitchell Starc31:20 - Shubman Gill is overrated31:36 - Virat Kohli will not retire until he gets 100 centuries32:33 - Saim Ayub can be Pakistan's greatest batter 33:50 - Shai Hope is the most underrated modern batter34:43 - Mohammad Asif related takes & was he the best right arm pacer?37:45 - Starc over Wasim Akram 39:38 - 1992 WC victory was a fluke42:40 - Babar Azam is the best batter Pakistan has ever produced 44:50 - T20s and franchise cricket shouldn't exist46:32 - James Anderson is overrated46:56 - Mike Hesson is the best coach since Mickey Arthur47:20 - Cummins over Starc48:05 - India is an overrated team 48:50 - Shahid Afridi is not that great 53:00 - Bring back Iftikhar Ahmed53:19 - Pakistan's bowling is not world-class53:39 - ABD is overrated because he didn't win anything 54:52 - Babar Azam is the most famous cricketer after Imran Khan 55:12 - India ruined cricket as a global sport 55:47 - Prime Alistair Cook over Prime Babar Azam56:02 - There is nothing wrong with Mankad 59:28 - Cricket is not fun because of politics 1:00:57 - Shahid Afridi should be in Pakistan's all time test 11 🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

BP boys review India's T20 World Cup squad. Can they defend their title?Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast 0:00 - India drops their Vice Captain, Shubman Gill!4:12 - All format captaincy & Shubman Gills T20I form in 202512:34 - SKY's form in 2025 and his future 18:10 - Ishan Kishan's comeback & team's combinations 24:24 - Can India win back to back T20 WCs & closing thoughts🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!#indiancricket #cricket #cricketpodcast

BP boys catch up on all things in the world of cricket, including the U19 Asia Cup, The Ashes, and Pakistan players at the BBL.Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast Timestamps:0:00 - Pakistan U19 beat India U19 to win the Asia Cup 18:25 - England lose The Ashes 32:09 - Pakistan players at the Big Bash🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!

BP boys speak with Shamyl Hussain, Pakistan's leading scorer in first-class cricket in 2025. Use code "BP15" for an exclusive 15% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com💼 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BackwardPointPodcast Timestamps:0:00 - Early days in cricket, overcoming self-doubt & playing his way10:09 - Playing aggressively in red ball cricket 13:11 - Experience and learnings in PSL 17:34 - The importance of the domestic cricket grind 22:38 - How Shamyl prepares for the season 26:03 - Handling criticism & relationship with his father 33:16 - Experience with Shaheens & Pakistan red ball camp 38:20 - Experience with Sir Viv Richards 41:45 - Why top batters in QeT were lefties & is Shamyl ready to tests?47:38 - Cricketing heroes growing up & meeting Brian Lara 52:41 - Toughest bowler Shamyl has faced in domestic 56:04 - On not being picked for rising asia cup & 2026 ambitions 59:41 - Up comng players to watch out for 🌐 Connect with Backward Point:Official Website: https://backwardpointpod.com✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter: https://backwardpointpodcast.substack.com🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]📱 Follow Us on Socials:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod🐦 Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/point_backward📌 About the Podcast:Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of cricket with hot takes, current affairs think pieces, and discussions you won’t want to miss!