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FIFA World Cup - R32 Analysis - Episode 94 02.07.2026 1ώ 15λ

Back at it.

FIFA World Cup - First Thoughts - Episode 93 18.06.2026 1ώ 34λ

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 21.05.2026 58λ

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 07.04.2026 1ώ 13λ

Osman is back! We try and enjoy what we can from this PSL season while inevitably discussing depressing things because of course...

The Osman Retirement Episode - Episode 78 28.02.2025 1ώ 2λ

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 Was the Misbah era worse?30:59 The issues in this era35:46 Has the PCB almost always sucked?40:10 How does Pak cricket survive the scary future?49:52 Why ex-cricketers need self-awarenessFollow us on Youtube!

Episode 9 - The Waqar Younis Interview 02.10.2023 59λ

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 44 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Deep Dive into ISLU's win with Rehan Part 2 25.03.2024 50λ

APOLOGIES FOR THE LATE UPLOAD ON AUDIO!Part 2 of our episode with the 3-time PSL winning General Manager of Islamabad United Rehan ul Haq. 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 Match 5 - Trouncing the Kings4:54 Match 6 - Rematch with Zalmi, Shadab's best PSL knock10:06 Match 7 - Losing to nemesis Lahore, rise of Faheem15:03 Match 8 - Beating Karachi, Pollard's genius, Haider's emergence18:02 Match 9 - Did Islu hit their peak when beating Multan? Finally, home advantage, Usman Khan eater of spin, Munro's guts26:14 His Imadness takes over the playoffs, integrating Imad into Isloo32:37 Eliminator 2 - Overcoming that final hurdle39:19 The final vs Multan, Ifti mania and the importance of momentum, Naseem's pep talk and clutch batting, Hunain's cuteness49:21 Shadab's catch of BabarFollow us on Youtube!

Episode 62 - 5000 Subscribers Special! 10.09.2024 1ώ 16λ

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!

Ranking (Almost) Every Pakistan Cricket Song Ever - Episode 77 25.01.2025 1ώ 14λ

00:00 Introduction to Anthems03:00 Bol Qalandar Banger06:00 Analysis of Ali Zafar's Anthems 11:27 Arif Lohar and The Funniest Anthem Story18:05 The Lahore Qalandars' Unique Sound23:54 Desi Hip Hop's Emergence in PSL and the Naseebo Song27:02 The Karachi Kings' Anthem HateWatch30:04 Many Generic Songs41:23 Exploring the Impact of PSL Anthems45:13 How Soch adds to Islamabad United's Vibe49:39 DJ Bravo and the Iconic Gladiators Anthem52:36 The Nostalgia of Classic Cricket Songs55:45 The Legacy of Tu Hai Kahan01:03:12 The Influence of Abraar-ul-Haq's Zor Laga Ke Haiyya01:10:18 The Legendary Bhoom Bhoom SongLink to the excel with all the songs: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1avZji4wezP0kcElw1VdYnaYEODAeKoLxJdVHJQpqfHA/edit?usp=sharingLink to playlist with most of these songs: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3r0c7_s7gjhHksFQ0cK_7iWLx01-HaomFollow us on Youtube!

Episode 4 - Mohammad Amir vs India, Oval 2017 17.07.2023 1ώ 16λ

"Pakistan cricket at its best - one minute down, next minute up!"The return of the prodigal son, playing in the country where he was jailed, in an ICC final vs the eternal rivals - Mohammad Amir's tournament-winning spell in the 2017 Champion's Trophy felt like the long awaited return of the teenager caught in cricket's worst fixing scandal of the 21st century. But was it really that, and what did Amir's career mean before and after this spell? And what about all those dropped catches? We break down one of the most fascinating personalities and spells in Pakistan cricket history. Oh, and Nasser Hussain has a cameo talking about his iconic commentary for Virat Kohli's wicket!Follow us on Youtube!

Episode 3 - Mohammad Asif vs India, Karachi 2006 03.07.2023 1ώ 4λ

Has there ever been an enigma quite like Mohammad Asif? Even in the colourful history of Pakistan cricket, no one has quite combined both the highs and lows quite like Asif did. In a brief career punctuated by all sorts of scandals, Asif managed to mesmerise a fandom obsessed with pace by removing it from the equation. A cricketer who bowled like he was playing music, Asif's most famous spell wasn't the best example of his longform artistry. Yet in compiling a series of video game deliveries against one of cricket's most storied batting lineups, it was the sort of performance that meant he was never forgotten.Follow us on Youtube!

Episode 58 - Batta Fast Manjan - WTF is the PCB up to? 04.08.2024 55λ

We are back with a new episode and no new news or matches. So we just sit and cry about the PCB. Enjoy!0:00 The Upcoming mega season of Pakistan cricket3:10 Shan Masood's captaincy and Naseem's return7:00 The NOC brouhaha and the future of the PSL15:27 The potential of tapeball cricket20:00 Frustration with existing PCB management28:40 Mohsin Naqvi's multiple roles41:48 Why tapeball offers self-sustainability46:30 Shaheen's future and his mistreatment 53:00 Wiki's back babyFollow us on Youtube!

Episode 23 | Understanding the draft | Imran Ahmad Khan 11.12.2023 38λ

One of Pakistan cricket's great unsung heroes and a close friend of the podcast, Imran Ahmad Khan draws upon his experience as the former Head of Player Acquisition & Management at the PSL to help break down the league's draft process.Follow us on Youtube!

Episode 17 - Batta Fast at the World Cup 12.11.2023 55λ

#PAKvENG but really a #CWC23review for Pakistan - it's all overFollow us on Youtube!

Episode 29 | #AUSvPAK 3rd Test 1st Day Review | 03.01.2024 30λ

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 26.12.2024 1ώ 1λ

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 Rizwan era might be differentFollow us on Youtube!

Episode 54 - Batta Fast at the T20 World Cup - Tournament Review and ranking Pak's worst ICC events 18.06.2024 1ώ 5λ

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 mystifying selection process22:00 Disastrously unstable era at the PCB24:20 "Even for Pakistan cricket, this is a wild era"36:00 Reviewing this tournament in light of others37:30 Ranking the all-time worst ICC events for Pakistan38:30 2006 Champions Trophy40:30 2007 ODI World Cup44:00 2009 Champions Trophy (the fallout)48:00 2013 Champions Trophy49:00 2015 ODI World Cup51:00 2014 T20 World Cup52:00 2016 T20 World Cup55:00 2023 ODI World Cup59:00 Final RankingsFollow us on Youtube!

Episode 64 - Batta Fast Manjan - The CCs (Champs Connection Central Contract Camp Cup) 28.09.2024 1ώ 5λ

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 and Player Management27:09 Connection Camp39:00 Central Contracts and how no one understands their purpose53:00 Previewing the England SeriesFollow us on Youtube!

Episode 21 - Batta Fast at the World Cup 24.11.2023 1ώ 5λ

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 30.10.2025 47λ

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!