Backward Point Cricket Podcast

In this episode, West Indies cricketer Fabian Allen discusses various aspects of his cricketing career. He talks about his experiences at the GT20, the difference between domestic franchise cricket and international cricket, and his debut for the West Indies in India. He shares insights from playing with his cricketing idols, managing pressure, and maintaining fitness. Fabian also discusses his time with Mumbai Indians in the IPL and his hopes for making a comeback to the West Indies team. Additionally, he talks about playing for Peshawar Zalmi in the PSL and his aspirations for future endeavors.

0:00 - Being back at the GT20, how different this season is, and the role of GT20 in Fabian's career

1:38 - Domestic franchise cricket vs international cricket and debuting for WI in India

3:18 - Playing with his cricketing idols and learning from them

5:03 - West Indies not qualifying for ODI World Cup

6:09 - How Fabian handles pressure and how he manages his fitness

8:16 - Fabian's experience of playing for Mumbai Indians at the IPL and evolving his game

10:37 - Fabian on taking advantage of franchise cricket and making a comeback for West Indies

11:45 - Fabian on playing for Peshawar Zalmi in the PSL, his hopes for playing in Pakistan and the West Indies dressing room

14:21 - What's next for Fabian Allen?

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In this episode, the BP boys do a review of the 3rd ashes test and preview the upcoming Pakistan vs Sri Lanka test series.

0:00 - Initial thoughts on the 3rd Ashes test and how close this Ashes series has been so far

6:10 - David Warner is Stuart Broad's bunny and should he get dropped?

11:42 - Mark Wood's incredible comeback and impactful performance

17:40 - Mitchell Marsh's century in his first test in 4 years

20:15 - Ben Stokes loves playing at Headingly

23:26 - England's chase, Moeen Ali's promotion, and how we think the Ashes series will end

31:36 - Pakistan vs Sri Lanka test series preview, new players in the squad

39:06 - What happened to Yasir Shah and Shaheen Afridi's full circle moment44:38 - Sarfaraz vs Rizwan, who will be Pakistan's preferred keeper?

47:37 - Our playing 11 for the match

51:10 - Our series prediction53:19 - [Quiz] Pakistan's highest test match wicket-takers

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In this episode, Nazar and Bashaar discuss the epic first ashes test match and all that happened in it. 0:00 - Test cricket is alive!

3:25 - Was bringing back Moeen Ali out of retirement a good call?

6:37 - Did BazBall backfire on England?

11:02 - Is Jimmy Anderson not being in rhythm a point of concern?

13:38 - Joe Root has invented a new shot?!

16:28 - Usman Khawaja the game changer and what if Usman never moved to Australia?

21:33 - England's crowd being their 12th man and why we see great crowds in SENA.

26:00 - That last session and Nathan Lyon's redemption arc with Pat Cummins

31:57 - Pakistan's test squad for Sri Lanka announced

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In this episode, the boys break down the recently concluded World Test Championship Final between India and Australia. They also do a quick preview of the upcoming Ashes series.

0:00 - The WTC Final was underwhelming 5:20 - Team selection, toss and that Smith and Head partnership 14:31 - India’s poor batting in the 1st innings and is Shubman Gill a test player? 19:17 - Virat Kohli’s shocking test match stats in the last 3 years and India’s lower order fight back 23:23 - Let’s talk about the Shubman Gill catch 27:24 - Could India have chased it on day 5 and did India really have a chance? 33:54 - Indian media’s backlash, is the IPL to blame and how can India improve going forward 45:17 - Is Ashes a more significant rivalry than India Vs Pakistan and the Ashes preview

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In this episode, the boys sit down to answer heated questions from our listeners. Everything from getting to know us, to what's happening in Pakistan cricket currently and if the Babar Azam and Virat Kohli comparison is even fair. Enjoy! 0:00 - Welcome to our first Q&A episode 0:47 - Where are we from? 1:30 - When did we start podcasting? 2:56 - How did we fall in love with cricket? 5:09 - How do we know Irfan Junejo? 5:50 - Our favorite player in the current Pakistan team? 6:55 - Can Shadab Khan reach Shahid Afridi's level? 9:01 - Should Pakistan add Shadab Khan in tests? 10:38 - Was Shahid Afridi an overrated player and captain? 15:55 - Our favorite world cup kits? 18:39 - Why has Pakistan struggled to beat India in world cups? 21:08 - Can Pakistan win the upcoming ODI world cup? 23:12 - Can Imad and Nawaz play together? Who is better? 24:43 - Our ideal playing 11 for the world cup and Pakistan's key players 28:24 - Do we play cricket ourselves? 29:52 - Was Ramiz Raja a better chairman than Najam Sethi? 32:59 - Is the Babar Azam Vs Virat Kohli debate even fair? 37:48 - Is Mohamad Amir still Pakistan's best bowler right now? 40:04 - Outro

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In this episode, the boys sit down halfway across the world from each other to discuss the Pakistan vs New Zealand ODI series that just concluded, how the Pakistan team is shaping, Nazar's experience of watching the 5th ODI in Karachi, and all the drama around the Asia Cup and World Cup.

0:00 - Nazar is in Karachi

1:09 - Pakistan was #1 in the ODI rankings for 2 days

3:41 - Nazar's experience of watching a match in Karachi and the current stars in the PCT

12:08 - The drama behind Imam being 'rested' in the last 2 ODIs and Shan's missed opportunities

15:33 - Babar Azam's record-breaking ODI series and the ODI format is in danger

20:04 - Pakistan's middle order is locked in for the World Cup?

24:07 - Pakistan's fragile lower middle order and questions on Shadab Khan

29:18 - Pakistan's bowling attack and watching them bowl live

34:39 - Is Pakistan lacking a mystery spinner?

36:19 - Our playing 11 and 15-man squad for the Asia Cup and World Cup

39:22 - Asia Cup and World Cup drama between India and Pakistan

44:21 - Yuvraj Singh commented on our reel and outro

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In this episode, the lads break down Babar Azam's top 3 centuries out of the 29 centuries that he has scared at the time of recording. Sit back, and enjoy!

0:00 - Breakdown of Babar Azam's centuries

3:18 - 3rd best 100

9:33 - 2nd best 100

15:54 - Honorable mentions

20:40 - Babar Azam's best hundred and the context of why it's our favorite

29:11 - What's next for Babar Azam and his impact on Pakistan cricket

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In this episode, the lads sit down and discuss the phenomenon that is Iftikhar Ahmed, as well as break down Babar Azam's magnificent century. Then they discuss Sachin's son and his real strengths as a cricketer. 0:00 - Review of the 1st T20i, Pakistan's playing 11 and experimenting with different combinations 24:08 - Review of the 2nd T20i, King Babar roars with a 100, and Haris Rauf loves bowling vs NZ 30:51 - Review of the 3rd T20i, Pakistan's batting order, and an Iftimania masterclass 36:28 - Review of the 4th T20i, Mickey Arthur is back, Pakistani players' fan exposure, and Shaheen Afridi's pace 45:58 - Changes for the last game and future looking 47:17 - Arjun Tendulkar debut for Mumbai Indian and nepotism

In this episode, the boys talk about the Pakistanis losing against Afghanistan in Sharjah, the squad, and the mindset of the Pakistani camp. As well as touching the famous South African win against West Indies that broke world records.

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In this episode, the boys wrap up the PSL and talk about one of the best finals they've ever seen. Then the India vs Aus series where SKY somehow went for duck THRICE on a first ball. Yikes.

In Today's episode, the lads talk about how alive and well the state of Test Match cricket is, how they witnessed the greatest test match of all time, and how Maddy Wazz is making comeback... kinda. 

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In this episode, the lads talk about the PSL and its overall relevance instead besides entertainment and bliss. Then they talk about Azam Khan's blistering innings!  #psl #cricket #pakistan

The podcast is back. The PSL is back. It's a good time to be alive. The boys discuss the opening couple of games of the PSL including Babar Azam vs Mohammad Amir and where that animosity stems from. 

In this episode, the lads introduce this new chapter of the evolution of the podcast. A FULL CRICKET PODCAST ONLY.