Batta Fast
Ahmer Naqvi (and occasionally Osman Samiuddin) explore cricket beyond the runs and wickets, delving into the larger sociocultural context of the sport. The podcast examines how cricket intersects with politics, history, and identity, offering a unique perspective for fans and newcomers alike.
Episodes
FIFA World Cup - Quarterfinals etc with Tiddy - Episode 96
Our beloved Quaid joins the fray as we do a casual fan uncle mode breakdown of VAR, the bad vibes of the QFs, Ahmer's secret love for colonisers and more.
FIFA World Cup - R16 Analysis - Episode 95
FIFA ki Princess kaun? Why Mbappe is the goat, Maradona > Messi, the greatness of Jude, bye bye Portugal y Paraguay and more...
FIFA World Cup - R32 Analysis - Episode 94
Back at it.
FIFA World Cup - First Thoughts - Episode 93
What an amazing World Cup it's already been! After all the cringe, oppression and hate from Gianni and Trump, the first set of matches have already blown our minds.
Babar, Kingsmen, and a distressing PSL - Episode 92
The conversation delves into the impact of Babar Azam's performance in the PSL and the cultural significance of his achievements. It also explores the success and impact of the Hyderabad team, shedding light on their social media engagement and demographic reach. Also covers the impact of the test series defeat in Bangladesh.
PSL Midseason Review with Osman Episode 91
Osman is back! We try and enjoy what we can from this PSL season while inevitably discussing depressing things because of course...
Episode 29 | #AUSvPAK 3rd Test 1st Day Review |
On an eventful first day of the final Test of the tour, Pakistan put up a fighting total despite an early morning collapse. But as discussed here, its the bowling that has led to more heartbreaks than the batting.Follow us on Youtube!
Saeed ka Suna Tha, Saim ko Dekha Hai - PAK vs SA Men's ODI review - Episode 73
00:00 Celebrating the sweep02:53 Shaheen finds his form09:46 On the circle of Love, Saim & Saeed 19:49 Comparing Generations: Saeed Anwar and Saim Ayub29:57 Sufyan, Salman and other Solid Performers33:49 Why doesn't South Africa hurt as much as Australia?40:00 Pakistan and the WTC Final39:07 Pakistan's Chances Against South Africa46:13 How to win in SA52:03 Do Bilaterals matter?57:48 How the R
Episode 54 - Batta Fast at the T20 World Cup - Tournament Review and ranking Pak's worst ICC events
As our period of massive viewcounts (lol) ends before it really began, we review a depressing campaign, outline the many causes for failure, and end up ranking the worst ICC events for the Pakistan's men's team this century.0:30 Batta Fast revenue streams destroyed2:00 Babar's captaincy, the fallout, the tactical issues11:00 Why PSL success hasn't translated for this team18:00 A look at PCB's myst
Episode 64 - Batta Fast Manjan - The CCs (Champs Connection Central Contract Camp Cup)
In this episode of Bata Fast, we look at three CCs - Champions Cup, Connection Camp and Central Contracts. We also look at the less alliterative England series. 00:00 Introduction and Context of the Podcast03:05 Assad's Call for Positivity in Cricket Commentary09:03 The Nature of Journalism and Reporting11:58 CC Tournament Structure and Its Impact on Performance17:56 The Role of Central Contracts
Episode 21 - Batta Fast at the World Cup
We debate India's knockout record, the toss and the pitch, Australia's unreal performance(s), and takeaways for a few others.Follow us on Youtube!
Why Tapeball is Decolonized Cricket - Episode 86
An invention from Karachi in the 80s, Tapeball cricket took the colonial history of the sport and ripped it apart.Biryani article featuring Malang: https://fiftytwo.in/story/rice-fat-meat-streets/Abid Hussain's Tapeball Longform: https://www.thecricketmonthly.com/story/929545/tape-ball-talesTapeball image credit: Ali Akbar Naqvi, originally made for PaceisPaceYaar.Follow us on Youtube!
When Does A Rivalry End? Episode 85
"I don't know what the stats are. But this is not a rivalry anymore" - Suryakumar Yadav's claim that India-Pakistan is not a rivalry anymore made me want to explore what rivalries are, and when - if at all - do they end?Follow us on Youtube!
Noman Ali and the Aesthetics of Pakistan Cricket - Episode 84
"Pakistan is a country of SLAs pretending to be pacers" - this throwaway text from Osman on PiPY led to this podcast: a discussion on the aesthetics of Pakistani bowling, how they changed irrevocably with Imran Khan, and how the continued presence of guys like Noman in the chaos since is what makes sports so beautiful. Follow us on Youtube!
Whitewashed Again - The Pakistan Injury Curse - Two Tier WTC - Afghanistan Boycott - Episode 75
00:00 Introduction and Context of Pakistan's Cricket Performance01:14 Analysis of Recent Matches and Player Performances04:49 Pakistan's Injury Curse08:59 Evaluating Pakistan's Test Team Consistency13:02 Is Pakistan really a fast bowling country?26:30 Pakistan cricket's mismanagement of bowlers24:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts on Team Development33:13 The Two-Tiered World Test Championship Debat
Pakistan vs England 3rd Men's Test Preview - Episode 68
Iss haftay hum ne episode mei title baad mei likha hai.00:00 Introduction and Match Preview02:55 Pindi pitch and the toss06:01 Gillespie ka GOAT quote14:58 Plot twist - the pitch kept lower than it turned17:52 Celebrating Sajid & Noman23:05 The challenges of captaining a 1+3 spin attack31:34 In praise of Jamie Smith40:00 Ranking both team's chances52:50 Plans for SA & WI series and revisio
Episode 31 Batta Fast Manjan #3 - Millennial vs Gen Z fans | T20 World Cup thoughts | #NZvPAK
Two great cricket writers, Rameen (@rameenwhile) and Raiyan (@CricCritic2) join the show to discuss the two games from the New Zealand series, their thoughts on the T20 World Cup, and their take on how older cricket fans view the game.Read this beautiful take by Rameen on Sundays and cricket: https://medium.com/@rameensalman/on-sundays-and-cricket-410620ed02d5Here's a fascinating article by Raiyan
Episode 59 - The Legend of Arshad Nadeem
"He is the first splash on a blank canvas, the first flick of a torchlight into the abyss. If ever an athletics legacy will be built - though don't hold your breath - it will start with him."From Osman's article: https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/40801739/paris-olympics-2024-pakistan-gold-medal-javelin-all-hail-improbable-arshad-nadeem-first-maybe-last-kindWe try our best to capture the unp
Episode 30 | #AUSvPAK 3rd Test, 3rd Day Review | Micro-dosing khushiyan | Sexy Saim | Aamer Danger
As closely fought as a whitewash can get, Shan Masood's team continues to put in some of the best performances by Pakistan in Australia, admittedly a low-bar. We discuss Jamal's heroics, Saim's sexiness, and the joys of test cricket.Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 41 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Midseason Review
Guess who's back? We take a look at each of the PSL sides and how their seasons have gone 8 games in. From realising that Karachi Kings, not Lahore, are the worst PSL side ever to getting excited about everyone from Saim Ayub and Khwaja Nafay to Hunain Shah and Arif Yaqoob, we cover all the highs and lows of the season so far.0:00 Intro1:39 Lahore Qalandars - the funnest team in the PSL10:51 Kara
Episode 32 - Batta Fast Manjan #4 - 2023 in Review
Friend of the podcast, founder of the Five Rupees blog, and itinerant cricket columnist for Dawn, Ahsan Butt joins the show to discuss the year that was in Pakistan cricket. Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 16 - Batta Fast at the World Cup
#PAKvNZ review - this f***ing team... Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 14 - Batta Fast at the World Cup
#PAKvRSA review - dil tooooootsFollow us on Youtube!
Episode 10 - Batta Fast at the World Cup
SOMETIMES ITS CRAMPS, SOMETIMES ITS ACTINGFollow us on Youtube!
Batta Fast at the World Cup - Episode 2
We discuss #PAKvNED, and how Pakistan played down to its opponents, how Saud Shakeel was an absolute revelation, and how we feel about Shadab and Hasan Ali's bowling.Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 8 - Junaid Khan vs India, Chennai 2012
The most requested spell ever since this podcast began, we recap Junaid Khan's brilliant, and hugely underrated spell against India in a forgotten bilateral series. We cover the many lows and few highs of Junaid's career, the absurdity of this tour, and spend some time with Mirza Ghalib.Watch: https://youtu.be/50ahHdTqYYcFollow us on Youtube!
Episode 7: The Wasim Akram Interview
The Sultan of Swing, the greatest left-armer in cricket history, the GOAT Wasim Akram joins Ahmer and Osman to discuss his favourite wickets and memories, his moral responsibility for making an an entire generation get the burger cut hairstyle, and what it was like bowling with Waqar, Imran and Shoaib.Watch episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waHpU4Or1dcFollow us on Youtube!
Episode 47 - Batta Fast Manjan - A history of Pakistan cricketers in Cola ads
To celebrate the star turn by Naseem Shah in his new ***** ad, we decide to take a look back at some of the iconic cola adverts starring Pakistani players. Thirty years of pure pop culture.Original compilation of ads: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhwhTaU14zMOsman podcast discussing War Minus the Shooting: https://www.81allout.com/2021/02/22/an-unquiet-history-an-interview-with-writer-osman-sami
The Ship of Theseus or why Pakistan cricket never really changes - Episode 83
In this lecture Ahmer argues that almost every time you watch a Pakistan cricket team play - men's, women's, u19, whatever - you end up seeing the same match. No matter how many times you repair and replace its parts, the ship remains the same.Link to Jarrod's video: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPWYKyjCP_j/Link to Danyal's article: https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/asia-cup-2025-ind-vs-pak-what-p
Sex of Saim - Salman Ali Bevan - Pakistan vs South Africa Men's T20s & 1st ODI - Episode 72
00:00 Easy Ho Ja03:04 Ahmer’s nightly fantasy05:52 Saim Ayub: Dekha Na Tha15:10 Salman Ali Agha: The Unsung Hero21:05 Pak record in SA30:05 Agha’s superb spin36:53 Rizwan’s captaincy44:56 Gillespie resignation54:12 The fkn Champions TrophyFollow us on Youtube!
Episode 60 - Pakistan vs Bangladesh - The Latest Worst Ever Loss
We took a few days after the event to record this, which means we aren't at the fire and brimstone stage everyone else might be. We congratulate Bangladesh on a magnificent win, and lay out our causes for the defeat.01:04 Bangladesh's Impressive Win Against Pakistan08:44 Pakistan's Poor Performance and Team Selection14:47 Flaws in the World Test Championship Ranking System21:41 Issues with Pakista
Episode 45 - Batta Fast Manjan - Clown Season at the PCB
We had planned to do a data deep dive on the recent PSL, but instead we have to content with all the elite level clownery going on at the PCB. Turns out, the board changed captains and released a #wholesome press release which had never been shared with the players instead. So now, we've got one recently sacked captain back, one highly fucked over player sacked without being told why, two of the m
Episode 28 | #AUSvPAK Day 3 Review | The romance of late night cricket |The rituals of jinxing
In a solo episode, Ahmer discusses how cricket creates stories of hope and glory in our minds; the pleasure of watching in the dark with friends on Whatsapp; and knowing when the good old days end and the loss begins.Follow us on Youtube!
How Much Winning Is Too Much? Episode 87
An extremely #RichPeopleProblems issue leads to a deeper understanding of why we watch our favourite teams.My essay on fandom and forgetting: https://karachikhatmal.com/the-i-who-becomes-a-we-the-importance-of-forgetting-to-fandomF1 creator on why NBA content > other sports: https://ideefixe.co/p/the-creator-paradox-why-f1-and-tennisGame of Zones: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoqDIJHl
PAK v SA Test squad, Sadness of Shaheen, Champions Trophy drama - Episode 71 - Batta Fast Manjan
Pakistan's men's squad for the tour to South Africa featured the omission of Shaheen Afridi, a development that was more sad than shocking. We debate the rest of the squad, and then get into the absolute sh*tshow that has been the Champions Trophy hosting crisis.00:00 Reflections on Pakistan's Test Squad05:52 The Future of Shaheen Afridi's Career09:13 Do Tests still offer the same legacy as white-
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[Re-upload] WI Thrash Pakistan - The Jinx Comes True - feat. Backward Point - Episode 78
00:00 Introduction to Backward Point01:29 Discussing the defeat04:47 Babar Azam's Performance07:36 Challenges in Pakistan's Batting10:27 Issues with Domestic Cricket Conditions12:08 Inability to Dismiss Lower Order Batsmen21:52 AqibBall and Long-term Planning29:36 Is the Spin Approach Fun?31:16 How to Sustain Test Cricket36:37 Flaws in the World Test Championship40:41 Fan Experience in Pakistan49:
Ranking the Greatest ICC Event Performances by Pakistani players - @sportingmyths - Episode 80
Back with the @sportingmyths crew, we debate the GOAT ICC event performances. Before anyone gets too senti, the nominations and seedings were done kafi arbitrarily, because the intention was to just discuss some great performances. Fakhar Zaman vs India 2017Mohammad Amir vs India 2017Shahid Afridi vs South Africa, 2009Inzamam ul Haq vs New Zealand, 1992Wasim Akram vs England, 1992Babar Azam vs N
Episode 6 - Waqar Younis vs South Africa, Durban 1993
Peak Waqar, peak Haal, peak Pakistan. A slightly forgotten spell of a slightly overlooked genius, this reverse swing devastation of South Africa was perhaps Waqar at his most ferocious. We pick apart what made this spell special, and dissect everything from Waqar's swag and style to his injuries and decline. Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 50 - Batta Fast Manjan - How to think about T20s
A discussion about #PAKvIRE became a long debate on what tactics should one look at in T20s, how Pakistan batting first and batting second are different teams, and what a bowler like Amir and a format like tapeball teaches us about the future of T20 cricket. Trust us, you will find this boring af.0:00 Intro02:00 The challenges of setting a target in T20s07:30 Why T20Is are not the apex of the form
Episode 46 - Batta Fast Manjan - Rambo's PCB, Shaheen's Instagram and a Champions League revival
This week, we respond to many fan queries and do a detailed discussion of our criticism's of Ramiz Raja's stint as PCB Chairman. We also debate just how gold was Shaheen's 'don't anger me' Insta story, and discuss how a return of the franchise-based Champion's League tournament is both exciting and ridiculous.00:00 Intro and Shaheen's insta story9:53 The Chairman Rambo era37:03 What does a revival
Episode 48 - #PAKvsNZ F series review
*puke* A terrible series that taught us nothing and made us despair a lot. We dive deep mostly into Babar, but also the larger malaise afflicting Pakistan cricket.0:00 - 5:00 Intro and whining5:00 Lack of ambition and intent11:14 Toxic national team atmosphere24:23 Babar's lack of evolution30:37 Did we learn anything at all?Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 43 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Deep Dive into ISLU's win with Rehan Part 1
In our favourite episode ever, great friend of the podcast and 3-time PSL winning General Manager of Islamabad United Rehan ul Haq joins us. We go match by match throughout the whole magical season, charting all the ups and downs and how Islamabad's side found their way back to the top.0:00 Intro and banter4:28 Why this PSL was his proudest professional achievement7:51 The importance of team cultu
Episode 35 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Match 3 #MSvKK
So we get that boring, one-sided blowout match early. Multan looked to have scored below par before proving that was enough for two Karachi chases.You can also watch the show on https://begin.watch, an upcoming, premium OTT platform called #Begin. Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 67 - 1348 Days Later - Pakistan vs England 2nd Test
Almost 4 years since their last test win at home, Pakistan beat England and give us a long overdue sugar rush.00:00 1348 dino ke baad03:07 Reflections on Pakistan's Win05:56 The Role of Spinners in Pakistan's Victory09:14 Sajid, Noman, Kamran, Salman & Their Contributions12:16 Analyzing Batting Performance18:07 Euphoria vs. Reality in Pakistan Cricket21:02 Critique of Management and Selection
Heartbreak in Centurion - PAK v SA 1st Men's Test Review - Episode 74
00:00 Intro00:29 Abbas's Travolta-like comeback06:01 Analyzing Abbas's Bowling Performance08:50 Abbas's changing pace 12:08 Celebrating like Shaiby26:00 Rabada and Naseem's spells29:49 Rabada vs Bumrah and Cummins35:42 Race and Class Privilege in South African Cricket36:53 South Africa's Incredible Journey to the WTC Final40:44 The Big Three's Dominance of ICC Events43:02 The Media's Role in Crick
Episode 63 - Batta Fast Manjan - Champions' Cup, Pak vs SA T20I series, Misbah's mentality
In this episode, we look at the Champions Cup, what's been good about it, and what the cricket has been like. That discussion somehow became a deep dive into Misbah and his unique, nerdy approach to cricket. We then discuss Fatima Sana's strong performance in a patchy but encouraging 1-2 series loss to South Africa, and end with an overdue remembrance of the recently departed Haniya Aslam. 00:00 I
Episode 66 - Patreon Q&As - Babar's origins, YK's rituals, Misbah v India, IK's fame and more
00:00 Quick thoughts on the latest debacle05:04 Pakistani Fitness Levels and Performance Discrepancies10:11 Can you change the culture?14:51 Patreon shoutouts and Questions17:15 Famous Sledges and Weird Superstitions26:46 Why do Pak ex-cricketers slag off everyone?39:15 Under the table payments in franchise leagues40:42 The Impact of Salary Caps in Franchise Leagues41:37 Did IK miss out on fame?43
Episode 61 - Pakistan vs Bangladesh - The Latest Latest Worst Ever Loss, and Enter the Mentors
As predicted by us, Pakistan keep hitting new lows as Bangladesh completed a historic sweep. But our focus ended up being on the PCB's absolutely bone-headed decisions, and the existential threat faced by Pakistani cricket. 02:24 Bangladesh's Historic Test Series Win08:16 Impressive Performances by Bangladeshi Bowlers14:13 Questioning Pakistan's Leadership and Selection Decisions19:09 Concerns abo
Episode 27 | #ausvpak 2nd Test Preview | Rizwan over Saffy | Injury Woes
As Pakistan prepares to play the second test of its Australian tour, we preview what looks like a very bleak test match.Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 36 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Match 4 #LQvQG
The two-time winners are now two-time losers. Lahore slump to another defeat as Quetta looks rejuvenated.You can also watch the show on https://begin.watch, an upcoming, premium OTT platform called #Begin.00:00 Intro and Khwaja Nafay mania2:46 That PSL time of the year4:28 Jahandad and the joy of PSL6:15 Enjoying these moments for what they are7:21 Nafay's viral ride9:38 Cricket's toxic babay11:00
Patreon Q&As 3 - Episode 70
00:00 Introduction to the Q&A Session01:09 Who was the best Test player in every decade from the '50s onwards?16:30 What will happen with the PCB, ICC and the BCCI in the Champions Trophy?34:06 Which bowlers should make the squad for the SA tour? 37:59 What are the pop-culture implications of 1987-era Imran Khan being present today and dating Taylor Swift?47:40 Did the recent series wins hide
Episode 55 - Batta Fast at the T20 World Cup - Cricket's greatest injury
We can't stop gushing over Afghanistan's wonderful run to the semifinals, including a reflection on Mohammad Nabi's Hall of Fame career, and the greatest injury in cricket history.1:00 Reviewing the group stages and celebrating Afghanistan's magical run6:30 Gulbadin's magnificent, iconic injury10:30 Afghanistan's winning tactics14:00Mohammad Nabi's GOAT career32:00 South Africa's atypical run37:00
Episode 22 - Batta Fast Manjan #1 - Previewing Pakistan Tour of Oz |
Introducing our Manjan series, where each episode sells the manjan around Pakistan cricket these days. In this episode, we preview Pakistan's tour of Oz, get cautiously excited by the prospect of Shan Masood's captaincy, worry about Pakistan's bowling, and take a look at the double standard masti from Hafeez and Wahab.Follow us on Youtube!
The Boy Who Never Got Out - Episode 88
Aik bacha tha jo out nahi hota tha.Link to Haroon Khalid's works: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list/7247507.Haroon_KhalidFollow us on Youtube!
22 Saal Baad Pakistan beat Australia - Episode 69 - Pak vs Oz ODI Review
00:00 CONGRATES TO PACE LOVERS05:48 Seeing Pakistan cricket as a work of art rather than sport08:54 Haris Rauf: Pace is Pace Yaar11:59 The Game Changing Impact of Tape Ball Cricket21:20 Pakistan’s pacers rediscovering their groove22:58 Demythologising the Mighty 90s25:10 Saim Ayub and the Saeed Anwar comparisons37:42 Rizwan's Captaincy: A New Perspective47:39 Political Ramifications of the Champio
Episode 53 - Batta Fast at the T20 World Cup - Ghum Hour Continues
What a delightfully horrible way to lose to India. We discuss the causes of the defeat, Pakistan's stagnant development, the clusterf**k that is the PCB, and India's own batting woes.0:00 Intro and why Pakistan lost3:30 Has Pakistan's core stagnated?14:00 Why Pakistan's batting is not fit for purpose25:15 How the bowlers have evolved more than batters36:16 From Wahab to Mohsin, a collection of uns
Episode 34 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Match 2 #PZvsQG
Once the marquee matchup of the league, both teams now seem to be in the midst of new chapters.You can watch the show on https://begin.watch, an upcoming, premium OTT platform called #Begin. 0:00 - 1:21 Intro1:22 - 2:21 Regeneration of Quetta2:22 - 3:33 Peshawar's struggles3:34 - 5:11 Saffy bhai and giving the kids a chance5:12 - 12:31 Karachi's evolving school of batting, and Hanif Malik's impact
Episode 20 - Batta Fast at the World Cup - | #INDvAUS review | Dozakh ke shehzaday win yet again
#INDvAUS review - Dozakh ke shehzaday win yet againFollow us on Youtube!
Episode 10 - Batta Fast at the World Cup
Welcome to our special series of shows for the World Cup!In episode 1, we dig into possibly the most underwhelming start to any major tournament ever. We break down the one-sided domination of New Zealand in the opener, and we do the hope-churning task of previewing Pakistan's chances at this tournament Watch out for episodes after every Pakistan match, as well as the knockouts.Follow us on Youtub
Episode 1 - Shoaib Akhtar vs India, Kolkata 1999
The first episode of our podcast kicks off a series where we discuss our favourite fast bowling spells by Pakistani players.We begin with the birth of a legend - Shoaib Akhtar's two wickets in two balls, including Sachin on a golden duck, began one of the most exciting, intriguing and dramatic careers in cricket history.We go from Bappi Lahiri to Salman Khan in trying to explain what and who Shaib
Debating the Legacy of 90s Pakistan Cricket with Osman Samiuddin - Episode 81
00:00 Hafeez, Rashid and Legacy of 90s Cricket Players03:57 The Impact of 90s Cricket on Modern Perceptions10:36 Cultural Significance of 90s Cricket14:44 Corruption and Instability21:37 Why the 90s were an era of decline30:04 The Lost Tournaments of the 90s39:14 The Impact of County Cricket on Pakistani cricket43:47 13 Captaincy changes in 3 years!52:01 Late-Era Wasim CaptaincyFollow us on Youtub
Episode 57 - Great Pakistani Batting Innings - Inzamam ul Haq vs New Zealand, 1992
Welcome to the batting sibling of our great Pakistani pace spells series! We start off with a canonical entry, Inzi's starmaking turn at the '92 World Cup semifinal.0:00 Intro03:45 Inzi's iconic innings08:36 Context for this match15:45 Jonty's runout that made fielding a genuine skill22:07 Inzi in cluth moments28:50 The 1992 World Cup and the birth of modern cricket37:50 How Inzi broke NZ's foolpr
Episode 2 - Shaheen Shah Afridi vs India, Dubai 2021
If you're a cricketer who shares the same last name as one of the country's biggest ever stars, how do you stand out of his shadow? How about a stunning opening spell that led Pakistan's men's team to its first ever victory over India in a World Cup match? Shaheen Shah Afridi was already a star when the 2021 T20 World Cup rolled around, but this spell took him to another level, the second episode
Episode 51 - T20 World Cup Preview
We get very excited about the upcoming T20 World Cup, including a chance to see a whole bunch of associate sides, new stars to emerge, and for good/bad mojo to decide the tournament.0:00 The boredom of creating content vs the excitement for the World Cup11:00 Unique stories from the associate sides and potential for upsets25:00 Pakistan, West Indies & Sri Lanka - Aar ya Paar sides28:00 How Ind
Aqib's 11 - Episode 68 - Sajid & Noman help Aqib and Aleem Dar script epic heist
Recently paroled con artist Aqib Javed is traveling around the country gathering people for his next big scheme: to rob three Tests owned by the ever ruthless English cricket team. With the aid of a right hand man named Aleem Dar, an umpire out of retirement, a Shani, a boundary dealer, a bald offie, a smooth leftie, an explosives expert, two failing openers, and a bitter casino mogul, they make u
Episode 5 - Wasim Akram vs England, Melbourne 1992
The spell that gave birth to the legend of Wasim, to a left-arm fast renaissance in cricket, and to the death of English white-ball cricket for several decades.Few moments in cricket history are as indelible as Wasim's double-wicket death strike in the final of the World Cup. We break down the spell, the legacy of Wasim's impact, and who he was before this spell changed his life, as well as ours.F
Episode 56 - Batta Fast at the T20 World Cup - India WIN - Bumrah's GOAT status
Finally, the Indian team wins an ICC event after having dominated the world game for so long. We give the team their flowers, marvel at the way Bumrah has silenced all doubters, do the blasphemy of comparing him to Wasim, and consider the tactics and choking allegations from a fantastic final.Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 49 - Batta Fast Manjan - Bobby as Bollywood stars
We are back to worship the algo, and so fittingly we have found a way to force the Kendrick Drake beef into this episode. We also take a look at what Babar can learn from Akshay Kumar and Aditya Pancholi, why Andre Russell is the GOAT, and our take on the World T20 squads.Kendrick, Drake and the 2023 World CupBabar Azam, Akshay Kumar and Aditya PancholiBobby's career at an inflection pointThe role
Episode 33 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Match 1 #LQvIU
Welcome to Batta Fast's coverage of PSL9. We will be doing a post-match show for every game of this year's PSL, with the episodes being hosted on our Youtube page, as well as on an upcoming, premium OTT platform called #Begin. You can also watch this show on https://begin.watchFollow us on Youtube!
Thank you Aqib Javed - Spin is Spin Yaar - Episode 76
00:00 Pakistan's Historic Test Victory02:46 Bowling Strategies and Player Performances06:04 The Role of Spinners09:03 Aqib Javed's Coaching Impact15:09 World Test Championship and the Future of Test Cricket38:12 Cricket's relationship with ecology45:50 Pakistan's Home Advantage Strategy51:27 The Terrible Calendar for Pakistan56:24 Reflections on the World Test Championship Cycle01:01:00 Realising
Episode 24 - Batta Fast Manjan #2 - PSL Draft review
The golden delicious Imran Ahmed Khan returns to join us in reviewing the latest PSL Draft, as well as the future of the league.Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 13 - Batta Fast at the World Cup
#PAKvAFG review - absolute domination by Afghanistan. Shoaib Naveed aka Silly Tiddy aka PSL Daddy replaces Osman as we discuss Pakistan's woeful bowling, Babar's costly captaincy, and Afghanistan's class and composure.Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 37 - Batta Fast at the PSL - #MSvIU
A match that was over in the first powerplay, or a slow-burning thriller? Ahmer and Osman can't agree on how to frame Multan's win over a lacklustre Islamabad.You can also watch the show on https://begin.watch, an upcoming, premium OTT platform called #Begin.0:00 Why Ahmer hated this match1:45 Why Osman enjoyed it4:52 Multan's efficiency6:42 Where was Shadab?10:36 Multan's dominance at home12:38 W
Episode 26 - #AUSvPAK 1st Test review | Pakistan's batting | Lyon's 500th | Cricket's disparities
As Australia thrash Pakistan inside four days, we review the abject batting failure, the context of Lyon's 500 wickets, and an impassioned discussion on how cricket fails its poorer teams.Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 12 - Batta Fast at the World Cup
Australia - shaitaan ki pasandeeda team.Follow us on Youtube!
Episode 15 - Batta Fast at the World Cup
Pakistan's semifinal chances, #PAKvBAN review, #NZvRSA review, #PAKvNZ preview, and calling out a shambolic PCBFollow us on Youtube!
Episode 11 - Batta Fast at the World Cup
#PAKvIND review - ronay walay ke ronay ka waqt shurroo. We discuss the stunning collapse, how it rates in the all time rivalry, how boring this match was, and why there is a limit to hoping for a method to the madness.Follow us on Youtube!
The Osman Retirement Episode - Episode 78
Just in time for the incredible disappointment of a winless home tournament, Osman Samiuddin announces his totally final (unless need of nation arises) absolutely complete retirement from the show.00:00 Introduction and Context of the Podcast01:49 Osman's Departure 05:18 Pakistan Cricket - can it really die?10:27 That hockey wala trauma 15:15 How Pakistan has stumbled into every major win22:00 Wa
Episode 9 - The Waqar Younis Interview
Batta Fast continues to host fast bowling royalty, as one of the greatest to ever do it joins the show. We talk to Waqar Younis about his greatest spells, what it felt like to miss out on the 1992 World Cup and his comeback from injuries, and his relationships with Wasim, Imran and others.Watch the show: https://youtu.be/1QgjgkHYIpkFollow us on Youtube!
Episode 62 - 5000 Subscribers Special!
First of all, thanks to Saim Salman and Waleed Ahmed.In this v long episode, we try and take every question you guys sent us this past week to celebrate our 5000 subscribers.In addition, here is the link to the Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/battafastWe will be doing a monthly version of this for our Patreons, so please do sign up!Follow us on Youtube!
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