The Reverse Sweep Show

In this episode of The Reverse Sweep Show, hosts AB and SS sit down with Thanja — aka the Cape Town Cricket Queen — for an unfiltered chat on all things cricket.From Thanja’s earliest memories of the sport to deep dives into the India-England Test series, standout performances, and predictions for the Ashes — this one has it all. We also discuss South Africa’s cricketing future, the WTC cycle, and the growing influence of the SA20 league.Other highlights include:Outlook for South Africa vs India Test seriesSpin challenges and short-series formatsEmotional highs from South Africa’s recent ICC winA rapid-fire round with Tanya’s personal cricket picksDon’t miss this fun, insightful, and no-holds-barred conversation on the game.Follow us across social media:Thanja - @the_cape_town_cricket_queen on Instagram and @CricketQueenT on YoutubeThe reverse sweep show - @the_reverse_sweep_show on instagram and @Thereversesweepshow on Youtube

In this episode of The Reverse Sweep Show, we discuss the concept of 'golden generations' in cricket, exploring various teams that have had significant impacts on the sport. We delve into the golden generations of Pakistan, Sri Lanka, West Indies, and England, analyzing their successes and failures. The conversation also touches on the current Australian team and the rising potential of Afghanistan in international cricket.#cricket #goldengeneration #pakistancricket #imrankhan #sangakara #muralitharan #srilankacricket #WestIndiescricket #t20cricket #crickethistory #kohli #gayle #pollard

This conversation explores the journey of the England cricket team, focusing on their transformation from a struggling side to a dominant force in white ball cricket. It delves into the key moments, strategies, and leadership changes that led to their success, particularly highlighting the 2019 World Cup victory. The discussion also addresses the challenges faced by the team in maintaining excellence and the impact of franchise cricket on player development. Additionally, hypothetical scenarios are examined to understand the potential outcomes had certain decisions been made differently.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:07 The Rise and Fall of England's White Ball Cricket03:03 The Hero's Journey: England's Cricket Transformation10:51 Key Moments in England's Cricket Revolution13:07 The 2019 World Cup: A Historic Triumph19:38 The Decline: Challenges Facing England's Cricket23:45 Hypotheticals: What If Scenarios in English Cricket

In this quick-fire segment, we build our ultimate Kryptonite XI — players who consistently brought their A-game against cricket's most dominant dynasties. From Tendulkar torching Australia to Travis Head silencing India, this team is built on moments that shook the giants.💥 Who made the cut? Who did we miss? Let us know.#KryptoniteXI #CricketPodcast #AntiDynasty #Sachin #TravisHead #TestCricket #ODIHeroes #CricketReels #TheReverseSweepShow #IndVsAus #CricketDynasties

In this episode of The Reverse Sweep Show, we delve into a hypothetical XI composed of players who excelled against cricketing dynasties, exploring the significance of individual performances against dominant teams. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Match Context01:08 Hypothetical XI Against Cricket Dynasties03:26 Openers: Key Players Against Dynasties06:15 Middle Order: The Heart of the Team11:20 All-Rounders and Wicketkeepers14:31 Bowling Lineup: The Attackers21:16 Captaincy and Team Composition📩 For collabs, feedback or love: thereversesweepshow@gmail.com🌐 Website: ⁠https://thereversesweepshow.com⁠📷 Instagram: ⁠@the_reverse_sweep_show⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠@TheReverseSweepShow⁠🎯 Like, Share, and Subscribe for more riveting cricket stories!#cricket #crickethistory #sachin #gavaskar #lara #harbhajan #vvslaxman #kapildev #imrankhan #kallis

India had the fire, but New Zealand had the final word. The ultimate anti-dynasty story 🔁#AntiDynasty #IndVsNZ #Kohli #Williamson #WTCFinal #CricketPodcast #TestCricket #CricketReels #TheReverseSweepShow

They weren’t dynasties. They didn’t win five trophies in a row. But when it mattered most, they broke streaks, ended dominance, and halted momentum. In this episode of The Reverse Sweep Show, we dive into the world of anti-dynasties—those gritty teams that brought down the giants of world cricket.From Imran Khan’s Pakistan halting West Indies’ fearsome reign, to VVS Laxman’s legendary innings toppling the unbeatable Aussies, to New Zealand’s quiet and surgical takedown of India’s Test surge under Kohli & Shastri. These weren’t just upsets—they were turning points in cricket history.🔍 We explore:What makes an anti-dynasty?Key series that changed cricketing dynasties foreverHow underdog teams like NZ challenged the established top teams The psychological and tactical mastery behind these giant slayings📩 For collabs, feedback or love: thereversesweepshow@gmail.com🌐 Website: https://thereversesweepshow.com📷 Instagram: @the_reverse_sweep_show▶️ YouTube: @TheReverseSweepShow🎯 Like, Share, and Subscribe for more riveting cricket stories!#CricketPodcast #CricketHistory #Underdogs #DynastyBreakers #TheReverseSweepShow #Cricket #Kohli

The straight drive episode offers a comprehensive historical overview of India's cricket tours of England, charting the storied rivalry between the two nations since their inaugural Test in 1932. It highlights India's early struggles against English conditions, their landmark victories in 1971, 1986, and 2007, and their subsequent periods of decline. The piece emphasizes key players and memorable moments that have shaped this enduring contest, from individual batting and bowling heroics to controversial incidents and the evolving dynamics of the game, including England’s recent “Bazball” approach. Ultimately, it sets the stage for the upcoming 2025 series, examining the challenges and aspirations for both teams as a new chapter in their competitive history unfolds.

In this short throwback segment from our latest episode, we relive the standout moments that made the Kohli–Shastri era unforgettable — from fearless leadership to historic overseas wins, and everything in between. This one’s for the nostalgia!📍 Featuring our personal highlights, iconic Test victories, and behind-the-scenes stories that shaped modern Indian cricket.#Kohli #RaviShastri #IndianCricket #CricketPodcast #CricketReels #TestCricket #TeamIndia #TheReverseSweepShow

🔥 In this episode of The Reverse Sweep Show, we take a deep dive into one of the most defining eras in Indian cricket — the Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri partnership. This was a time of dominance, defiance, and near glory. But was it a missed opportunity or a legacy in itself?#kohli #cricket👊 What’s Inside:Why the Kohli-Shastri partnership changed India’s cricketing mindsetTactical and cultural shifts that redefined the teamHistoric away wins and the rise of a fearsome pace unitStories from the dressing room: from “36 all out” to “60 overs of hell”A candid look at what the team achieved — and what they didn’t👇 Explore more from The Reverse Sweep Show:🌐 Website: ⁠www.thereversesweepshow.com⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠@the_reverse_sweep_show⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠@TheReverseSweepShow⁠📬 Email us: ⁠thereversesweepshow@gmail.com⁠Follow the show and give us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating if you enjoy cricket content with a twist. Share your feedback via email or DM

In this short clip from our latest episode, we explore what it takes to build a cricket dynasty in the modern era. Tune in for bold predictions, spicy comparisons, and a peek into the future of Test, ODI, and T20 cricket!Check out the full episode for detailed discussions.

In this episode, we step into the selector’s room and build the ultimate all-format Dynasty XI — a dream team of young players who have the potential to rule world cricket across formats over the next 10 to 15 years.From fearless openers to all-round game-changers, these are the names we think will shape the future of cricket.💬 Expect fierce debates, surprising picks, and a lot of cricket geekery.🌟 Featuring: Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rachin Ravindra, Naseem Shah, Cameron Green, Rishabh Pant, Marco Jansen, Jacob Bethell, and more.👇 Explore more from The Reverse Sweep Show:🌐 Website: www.thereversesweepshow.com📸 Instagram: @the_reverse_sweep_show▶️ YouTube: @TheReverseSweepShow📬 Email us: thereversesweepshow@gmail.comFollow the show and give us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating if you enjoy cricket content with a twist. Share your feedback via email or DM!🔖 Hashtags:#CricketPodcast #Cricket #FutureOfCricket #CricketTalk #AllFormatCricket

Continuing our segment of short clips, where we share the most impactful sections of our latest full length episodes.In this clip we discuss what made the South African test team of 2010s so strong and what ultimately let to their undoing. Along the way, we also discuss some interesting what ifs.

In this episode of The Reverse Sweep Show, we Saddle up and head to the Test cricket Wild West to explore one of the most underrated dynasties of the modern era - South Africa's mini Test dominance from the 2010s, led by the steely Graeme Smith, explosive AB De Villiers and the fearsome Dale Steyn.

Continuing with our segment of short clips, check out the What ifs section from our latest episode on the Australian test dynasty from late 90s to 2000s.

In this episode of The Reverse Sweep Show, we dive into the golden era of Australian Test cricket — a time when the Baggy Green ruled the world. From the tail end of the 90s through the 2000s, Australia not only won matches but steamrolled opposition with an air of invincibility. We unpack the mindset, the leadership, the talent pool, and the fierce competitiveness that defined this era. Along the way we reimagine their dynasty and discuss some interesting what ifs!

This episode delves into the history and evolution of West Indies cricket, focusing on their dominance in the sport during the 1980s and 1990s, the impact of key players like Clive Lloyd, and the formidable pace bowling attack that defined their success. The discussion also touches on the cultural aspects of the team, the reasons behind their decline, and hypothetical scenarios regarding the evolution of cricket and its impact on the West Indies team.Find all our previous episodes on all podcasting platforms, on YouTube and on our websiteReach us at thereversesweepshow@gmail.com.

In 18 seasons of IPL, few teams have built true dynasties. This episode dives into how CSK and MI cracked the code—through leadership, consistency, and culture.We also explore micro-dynasties like KKR and GT, and ask: What if RCB or DC had turned key moments their way?A deep dive into IPL's most dominant and almost-dominant eras.Also, click on the link to check out FishAudio.Share your thoughts at thereversesweepshow@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram: @the_reverse_sweep_show.Click on the link to check out our website The reverse sweep show.

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We are taking a small break as we wrap up S1 and will soon be back with another action packed S2