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Two of ESPNcricinfo India's best cricket journalists - Sidharth Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy come together (probably for the first time on video!) to look back on all the major talking points coming out of India's epic win in Birmingham. From Gill's twin centuries to Akash Deep's 10-wicket haul, from the pitches to the issues with the dukes ball - we have it all covered on this hour-long chat. The Anderson-Tendulkar trophy is now 1-1 going into Lord's for the third Test where you don't know if the conditions will suit India more or the home side England.

Six years ago, Ben Stokes raised his hands in apology. Now he was clenching his fists in triumph. On the anniversary of the day when he made England world champions, he found them a route to victory again. It felt like he couldn't rest without it.

Sidharth Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy join Dustin Silgardo to look back on an enthralling Test at Lord's between England and India which saw the hosts prevail by 22 runs on a thrilling day five.

An epic series will be decided at The Oval. England lead 2-1 after 20 tense days of Test cricket but were denied a decisive win by five sessions of doughty, determined batting in which India lost only two wickets. Not even Ben Stokes, battling cramp and a shoulder injury, could pull this one off, and was forced to settle for only the second draw of his captaincy tenure.

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An extraordinary series met an extraordinary finish, as India levelled the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-2 with a thrilling six-run win over England at The Oval. Sidharth Monga, Karthik Krishnaswamy and Dustin Silgardo look back on a riveting Test match summer, celebrate the sensational shift put in by Mohammed Siraj, and dissect what to make of the first assignment for India's new generation of Test cricket.

Jasprit Bumrah is an invaluable asset. So are fast bowlers as a breed. How can India manage their workload in the best way possible to ensure they play the most of all major cricket leading up to the 2027 ODI World Cup? The podcast covers all the possible ways in which BCCI can look to handle their treasured pacers better with the upcoming Asia Cup, the home season and the T20 World Cup and IPL to follow in the first half of next year. Find out what Sidharth Monga, Karthik Krishnaswamy and Dustin Silgardo have in store for you in the latest episode of Rock and Roll it.

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For a long time India were seemingly lagging behind in how they would play T20 cricket. But over the last 18 months or so, they have shown the way with a change of personnel and approach that they can go all out while batting first and it is paying off for the team as the results have shown. This podcast will help you understand how their T20 batting has evolved over the years, a look at the recently announced T20 squad and what can we expect going forward.

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Cheteshwar Pujara joins the crew to talk everything from his famous six off Lyon, his batting process to his unwavering commitment to Test cricket.

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With the Asia Cup underway and certainly not showcasing the level of cricket seen few years ago, the Rock and Roll it crew could not help but go down memory lane looking back at some of the better times for Asian cricket and the tournament.

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Shashank Kishore and Danyal Rasool join Dustin Silgardo to look back on an eventful three weeks of the 2025 Asia Cup. Though the cricket right through the tournament wasn't as exciting, the drama came from a lot of post-match and off-field antics. To top it all, we got an India-Pakistan final for the first time in the tournament which, to be fair, turned out to be highly exciting. So re-live this memorable tournament with Dustin, Shashank and Danyal.

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The crew get together to discuss Gambhir's time so far as India head coach and whether he needs to manage his bowlers' workload better.

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As Shubman Gill replaces Rohit Sharma as India's ODI captain, it brings an end to the 'Rohit Sharma era' of India cricket where he lead the team to the 2023 World Cup final, 2024 T20 World Cup title and 2025 ICC Champions trophy title. The crew get together to discuss his legacy as one of the most successful white-ball captains not only for India, but around the world as well and what the future holds for one of ODI cricket's modern-day greats.

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The crew get together to share their joy at watching Rohit and Kohli at their best in Sydney and the emergence of Harshit Rana and Washington Sundar as all-round options.

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Why has Mohammed Shami—one of India’s top fast bowlers—been sidelined? Join Dustin Silgardo, Sidharth Monga, and Karthik Krishnaswamy as they dive deep into Shami’s legendary career, the controversies around his selection, and what makes him unique in Indian cricket. Hear untold stories from his journey, data-driven analysis, and the inside track on Indian fast bowling–with banter and perspective you won’t find anywhere else. Don’t miss out on this cricket podcast episode that’s part history, part fierce debate, and pure #CricketNerd delight!

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Dustin Silgardo, Sid Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy look back at India's defeat at Eden Gardens against South Africa. The crew deliberate the pitches that have led Gambhir having a forgettable record at home in Tests as India coach.

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Dustin Silgardo, Sid Monga and Yash Jha look back at India's 2-1 ODI series win against South Africa. The dissect Kohli's new approach, Rohit's continued excellence in the format, India's allrounder conundrum and their pace bowling stocks.

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Dustin Silgardo, Sid Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy look back at India's 2-0 series defeat against South Africa, pondering whether this is their lowest ebb in Tests in over a decade. The crew deliberate on whether India’s batters have a skill issue and whether they’ve got their selection right recently.

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The cricketing world is buzzing with controversy! India's T20 World Cup squad announcement has sparked heated debates, particularly around the surprising exclusion of Shubman Gill and the pivotal selections of Ishan Kishan and Rinku Singh. Tune into 'Rock and Roll It' as we dissect every angle of this major team shake-up!

Join us as we navigate the storm surrounding India's T20 World Cup squad. The biggest talking point? The shock decision to drop vice-captain Shubman Gill. We scrutinize the rationale behind this move, considering Gill's recent form post-injury, the challenging and varied pitch conditions, and the potential impact on team morale. Was it truly about current performance, or were other factors at play?

The discussion extends to the strategic thinking behind bringing in Ishan Kishan and Rinku Singh. We explore whether the team was solely focused on finding a like-for-like wicketkeeper replacement for potential injuries, or if underlying influences such as recent domestic performances (Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy) or public sentiment swayed the selectors. The hosts raise concerns about the perceived "recency bias" in selection, comparing Kishan's inclusion – despite limited recent international appearances – to the continued presence of players like Suryakumar Yadav, who some argue are currently out of form. The debate also highlights the potential for an excessive number of left-handers in the top order and the unsettling message this sends to players regarding job security, drawing parallels to past cricketing controversies.

Shifting gears, we commend India's formidable bowling unit, with bowlers like Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, and Varun Chakravarthy showcasing exceptional form. Hardik Pandya's aggressive batting contributions also come under the spotlight for their significant impact. Finally, we briefly touch upon South Africa's preparations for the World Cup, assessing their team selection strategies and overall prospects.

What are your thoughts on India's T20 World Cup squad? Do you agree with the selections, or do you believe crucial mistakes were made? Share your opinions and insights in the comments below!

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India lost the three-match ODI series in spite of Kohli’s masterful century in the third ODI. Where did it go wrong for India? Was it just that an inexperienced New Zealand side were better over the three games or do India have some questions to be answered?

The discussion extends to Kuldeep Yadav’s place in the format, and whether Varun Chakravarthy might dislodge him. The crew discuss the Rohit Sharma conundrum and India’s spin-allrounder options.

Also discussed is Harshit Rana’s sparkling form and how he’s proving his doubters wrong. 

What are your thoughts on India’s bilateral series defeat to NZ? Share your opinions and insights in the comments below 

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Based on their form in the last couple of years in the format, India go in to the upcoming T20 World Cup as overwhelming favourites. But does form mean anything in a big tournament?

Who are the other contenders? Can Pakistan and Sri Lanka cause upsets given familiar conditions?

Also discussed is the absence of an India-Pakistan encounter and possible changes to the tournament's format.

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Welcome to Rock and Roll It! 🏏🎙️

In this episode, recorded on the FIRST DAY of the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 stage, we discuss:

🎯 What We Cover:

1. SUPER 8s BEGIN!

• Group stage wraps up as knockout cricket starts
• India vs South Africa, Pakistan vs New Zealand upcoming
• Semi-final race heats up

2. SRI LANKA'S CRICKET CARNIVAL🇱🇰 Andrew Fidel Fernando reports from Kandy on:

• Pathum Nissanka's century celebration still echoing
• Sri Lanka crowds ALIVE for cricket again!
• Pallekele atmosphere vs Australia - "one of the best crowds ever"
• India-Pakistan neutral venue atmosphere
• Cities buzzing with World Cup fever
• Sold-out matches and fan experience

3. FORMAT DEBATE - Did ICC Get It Right?⚖️ Sidharth Monga defends the 20-team format:

• Dead rubbers vs Associate representation
• Zimbabwe's giant-killing run
• USA's Saurabh Netravalkar connection
• Alternative formats discussed (bonus points, carry-forward points)
• Why pre-seeding exists (traveling fans)
• 16-team vs 32-team alternatives
• India game constraints on scheduling

4. NEPAL'S MUMBAI TAKEOVER🇳🇵 Dustin Silgado from Mumbai:

• "Blue baubles of hope" everywhere
• Rhinos fans creating atmosphere
• Associate cricket impact on host cities

5. GROUP STAGE REVIEW:

• 7 dead rubbers in 3 days problem
• Afghanistan's group of death
• Zimbabwe keeping Group B interesting
• Australia's shock elimination
• Near-upsets and double Super Over thriller

6. KEY TOURNAMENT THEMES:✅ Associate cricket success stories✅ Pitch variety vs IPL-style batting paradises✅ Fan experience across venues✅ Format working better than expected

🎙️ HOSTS:

• Dustin Silgado (Mumbai)
• Andrew Fidel Fernando (Kandy, Sri Lanka)
• Sidharth Monga (Goa)

TOPICS DISCUSSED:

• Super 8 predictions
• Tournament format pros and cons
• Sri Lanka cricket renaissance
• Associate nations' impact
• India-Pakistan atmosphere in Colombo
• Traveling fan experience
• ICC scheduling constraints
• Zimbabwe's campaign
• USA cricket growth

This is your essential T20 World Cup 2026 podcast covering everything from on-field action to format debates, fan experiences, and what makes this tournament special!

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Timestamps:0:00 - Intro & Super 8s Begin2:15 - Sri Lanka Cricket Carnival8:40 - Format Debate Begins18:30 - Dead Rubbers Discussion28:45 - Associate Cricket Impact

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In this pod, recorded after the 1st T20I against England, Sidharth Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy join Dustin Silgardo to look back at India's defeat against Ireland, which was the start of a new T20 cycle with a new captain in Shreyas Iyer.They discuss Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's credentials for India's ODI World Cup squad, their middle order depth and their bowling worries without Bumrah.

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Welcome to Rock and Roll It! 🏏🎙️

In this episode, recorded on April 16, Senior Data Analyst Himanish Ganjoo joins the crew to discuss teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Bradmanesque impact on IPL 2026 and the T20 format itself.

Ganjoo joins Karthik Krishnaswamy and Dustin Silgardo to also look at some other standout numbers from the IPL 2026 season so far.

The discussion includes how batters have started attacking good length balls a lot more, while bowlers are trying to adjust their lengths as a counter-measure.

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Welcome to Rock and Roll It! 🏏🎙️

In this episode, recorded on March 10, the crew discusses 2026 T20 World Cup winning India's credentials as the greatest team ever assembled in the format.

🎯 What We Cover:

1. GOAT TEAM?

• If yes then what makes them so good?

2. CAN A WORLD XI BEAT THEM?

• The crew tries to build a team that can challenge them in a 5-match series

3. GAMBHIR AS WHITE-BALL COACH

• Is he an elite white-ball coach?
• What are the big decisions the management took that proves their credentials.

4. SKY'S FUTURE AS CAPTAIN

• Is his form a worry?
• Who is the likely candidate to replace him?

Dustin Silgardo, Sid Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy with the essential breakdown of team India's win and what makes them a GOAT team.

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In this pod, Sidharth Monga and Yash Jha join Dustin Silgardo to look back at India's humbling T20I series defeat at the hands of England. The crew also discuss some curious selection calls, specially Samson's 'inexplicable' omission.

They also discuss India's batting order issues, and their lack of a pace bowling allrounder. They try to build a balanced XI without Hardik Pandya for the upcoming ODI series.

And in a special segment, Sidharth brings up a cricket pet peeve, while Yash pays tribute to his favourite 'retro' cricketer.

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In this episode, Sid Monga, Karthik Krishnaswamy and Dustin Silgardo discuss why the Rohit Sharma retirement rumours began and how he put them to rest with his century in the Lord's ODI. Plus, why do India keep leaving out Kuldeep Yadav and what is actually their best ODI XI?

In this episode, Sid Monga, KK and Dustin Silgardo review the Test career of Ravindra Jadeja and discuss where he ranks among the best allrounders of his generation.

The Sri Lanka vs. India Test series kicks off on August 15th, and we have everything you need to know before the first ball is bowled! In this comprehensive preview, we break down the critical matchups, analyze the pitch conditions in Colombo, and discuss why India is heavily favored to pull off a 2-0 sweep.With Jasprit Bumrah absent from the pace attack and Sri Lanka missing key spinners, the door is wide open for Kuldeep Yadav and Prabath Jayasuriya to define this series. We dive deep into Sri Lanka's historical struggles against India at home, the vulnerability of their current spin attack, and how India's modern batters handle the turning ball. Plus, we share our biggest cricket commentary pet peeves and offer our final series predictions.

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00:00 - 05:20 | Intro & Guest Welcome: Introducing the panel 05:21 - 13:45 | Setting the Stage: Reflecting on the last few one-sided IND vs SL series and analyzing Sri Lanka's recent up-and-down form in Test cricket.13:46 - 22:30 | Sri Lanka's Bowling Woes: Can the hosts take 20 wickets? Discussing the immense pressure on Prabath Jayasuriya and evaluating the seam attack.22:31 - 31:15 | India's Bowling Transition: How the Indian attack shapes up without Jasprit Bumrah and the challenges facing their veteran spinners.31:16 - 42:50 | The Ultimate Spin Battle: Examining India's recent vulnerabilities against spin bowling versus the Sri Lankan spinners' struggle to find the right pace.42:51 - 50:10 | The Kuldeep Yadav Factor: Analyzing his potential inclusion, the lack of traditional bounce for him in Sri Lanka, and India's overall team balance.50:11 - 54:30 | Final Series Predictions: The panel locks in their final picks (Debating between a 2-0 India sweep and a competitive 1-1 draw).54:31 - 59:45 | Weekly Pet Peeve: The panel vents about modern remote/studio cricket commentary and the overuse of ambiguous phrases like "That's in the air!"59:46 - 60:00 | Outro & Sign-off: Final thoughts and wrapping up the preview.