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BP boys sit to look at how the 10th PSL draft went down. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - The PSL 10 draft is here (with technical difficulty) 2:30 - PSL 10 clashing with the IPL 8:35 - Surprise picks 20:55 - Quetta Gladiators 26:58 - Karachi Kings 35:45 - Lahore Qalandars 41:18 - Peshawar Zalmi 48:30 - Multan Sultans 54:15 - Islamabad United 1:00:45 - Playoff predictions ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/ 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations, contact us at queries@backwardpointpod.com 🌐 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X : https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we discuss everything in the world of cricket with current affairs think pieces and the hottest takes you've ever heard!
In this episode, Backward Point is joined by Machel from  @CaribbeanCricketPodcast  to preview the Pakistan Vs West Indies Test series and to discuss the potential two-tier cricket system. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - West Indies touring Pakistan in tests after 18 years 5:18 - West Indies squad review and why their batters average low 12:15 - Comparing current players with past legends and being a fan of Windies and Pakistan 19:13 - West Indies players to watch out for 24:18 - West Indies players in the T20 circuit and Darren Sammy as head coach 30:19 - New CWI president and potential areas of improvements 35:05 - Two-tier system in test cricket 44:43 - Closing thoughts ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/ 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations, contact us at queries@backwardpointpod.com 🌐 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X : https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we discuss everything in the world of cricket with current affairs think pieces and the hottest takes you've ever heard!
PSL draft explained. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ 0:00 - PSL retentions are here 5:08 - Local player category renewals + trades 15:38 - Retention rules 17:54 - Islamabad United retentions 25:02 - Karachi Kings retentions and Saim Ayub category 32:10 - Peshawar Zalmi retentions 35:31 - Quetta Gladiators retentions 39:39 - Multan Sultans retentions 41:38 - Lahore Qalandars retention 43:38 - Looking forward to the draft ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/ 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations, contact us at queries@backwardpointpod.com 🌐 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X : https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we discuss everything in the world of cricket with current affairs think pieces and the hottest takes you've ever heard. #pakistansuperleague #psl
Pakistan has been clean-swept by South Africa in the test series. Our candid thoughts here. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Saim Ayub's freak injury 9:59 - Pakistan conceding 615 in the 1st innings 17:03 - Is Babar Azam back? 28:20 - Pakistan's 2nd innings fight back to avoid innings defeat 39:45 - Final thoughts on the series ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/ 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations, contact us at queries@backwardpointpod.com 🌐 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X : https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we discuss everything in the world of cricket with current affairs think pieces and the hottest takes you've ever heard! #pakistancricket #pakistanvssouthafrica
Welcome to the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. This episode features Hanif Malik who is the Performance Coach for Islamabad United. Enjoy the episode as Hanif walks us through his coaching journey. Hosted and produced by  @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio 🕒 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:03 - What is a performance coach and Hanif's coaching journey 6:56 - Importance of focusing on the process and being in the present moment 10:20 - Players Hanif has worked with 13:40 - What makes Virat Kohli an elite player? 16:26 - Challenges for Pakistani cricketers and issues with our system 26:05 - Working with Saim Ayub and why failures are important for growth 31:15 - Why hasn't Azam Khan converted his league stats to international and importance of self reflection 35:27 - Advice for young cricketers #islamabadunited #hblpsl9 #unitedwewin
Welcome to the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. Enjoy this episode with Coach Mike Hesson as he dives deep into his coaching journey. Hosted and produced by  @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio 🕒 Timestamps: 0:00 - How the Shah brothers were picked and Ubaid Shah being impressing at U19 WC 3:55 - Mike's plans for Islamabad United and how he got into coaching 8:58 - Mike's challenges as a coach and coaching superstar players 12:12 - Building relationships with players and how data got into cricket 18:38 - Anchors in T20s and Mike's achievements for New Zealand cricket 24:41 - Baz McCullum the coach vs the batsman and 2015 WC Semi Final memories 31:10 - Memories of 2015 WC final and 2019 WC Final 35:26 - Mike's legacy for New Zealand cricket and hopes for Islamabad United #islamabadunited #hblpsl9 #mikehesson
Welcome to the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. Enjoy this episode with our captain, Shadab Khan as we takes us through his journey from a supplementary pick in PSL 2 to captaining Islamabad United. Hosted and produced by  @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio 🕒 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:52 - Early cricket days 3:58 - Mohammad Nawaz's funny story and the relationship between him and Zafar Gohar 6:33 - Transforming from medium pacer to leg spinner and PSL 2 memories 13:08 - Winning PSL 3 and Virat Kohli catch in Champions Trophy Final 19:13 - Memes with Virat Kohli and the reserve day in Asia Cup 2023 22:07 - When did Shadab feel the saddest and recovering from losses 24:52 - Netherlands defeating South Africa and Shadab's freaky predictions 27:48 - Hopes for PSL 9 and journey from supplementary pick to captain of IU 30:30 - The secret behind Shadab's fielding 32:46 - Naseem's trade and Islamabad United's family environment 36:58 - Mental side of the game and cricketing inspiration #shadabkhan #islamabadunited
Welcome to the first episode of the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. Enjoy Naseem Shah’s FIRST ever podcast! Hosted and produced by ​⁠ @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:45 - Injury, rehab and missing the ODI world cup 3:50 - Early cricketing days and struggles 8:22 - Naseem’s father on his and his brother’s careers 10:55 - Naseem’s brothers journey, their inclusion to Islamabad United and Ubaid’s 19 WC performance 15:43 - Test match hattrick and what keeps Naseem humble 21:30 - Who supported Naseem during his injury period 23:57 - Naseem being the “owner” of Manchester United & the story of his trade to Islamabad United 28:04 - Bowling to Virat Kohli on T20i debut and pressures of playing against India 31:26 - Spell in 2022 T20 WC final 33:33 - Batting heroics vs Afghanistan and why Naseem takes his batting seriously 43:06 - Looking ahead at this PSL and why is he called “Lillee” #islamabadunited #naseemshah #unitedwewin
Welcome to the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. This episode features Rumman Raees who talks about his journey to the PSL, winning the champions trophy, and how he overcame the challenges he faced when he had injuries. Hosted and produced by  @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio 🕒 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:54 - Early cricketing days 7:36 - How the PSL changed Rumman's life 11:33 - Debut for Pakistan and champions trophy win 19:10 - Are there extra challenges for players from Karachi? 21:44 - How did Rumman increase his speed from 130kph to 140kph 24:40 - Who supported Rumman during his injury time and his experience as a bowling consultant 28:27 - Memories of winning PSL 3 and where Islamabad United has been lacking in the past few years 33:29 - Bowling with the Shah brothers and why Pakistani bowlers are getting injured 36:48 - What motivated Rumman to make a comeback #islamabadunited #hblpsl9 #rummanraees
Welcome to the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. This episode features Haider Ali who takes us through his under-19 days to his playing career for Pakistan. *Due to technical issues, we lost the audio from the mics but tried our best to still make the podcast audible. Hosted and produced by  @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio 🕒 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:06 - How Haider got into cricket and the role of tape ball cricket 5:43 - Under 19 days 9:28 - Comparison with Babar Azam and dealing with pressure 11:36 - Playing vs India at T20 World Cup and learning from mistakes 15:35 - Adapting to be a middle-order player and managing poor form 19:18 - Debut for Pakistan in T20Is 23:24 - Pressures of expectations and playing under Shadab in Islamabad United 28:22 - County cricket experience, Mickey Arthur coaching and cooking for Zaman 34:57 - Batting inspirations and goals for PSL 9 #islamabadunited #haiderali
Welcome to the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. Enjoy this podcast with Rehan Ul Haq, the GM of Islamabad United as he walks us through the team’s journey throughout the years. Hosted and produced by ​⁠  @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio 🕒 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:50 - How Rehan got involved with Islamabad United & what does a Team Manager do? 6:00 - Difference between managing Islamabad United Vs Pakistan Team & being star-struck 10:28 - Memories of winning PSL 1 and PSL 3 17:01 - Relationship with Dean Jones and his impact on Islamabad United 22:45 - Islamabad United's emerging picks and Shadab Khan's growth as an individual 30:35 - Players relationship with Islamabad United 34:03 - What Rehan has learned from his PSL journey? 37:03 - The story of how Islamabad United picked Naseem Shah along with Hunain and Ubaid 46:29 - Should the PSL go for an auction model? 49:05 - Rehan's experience with the Pakistan team and his toughest day at the World Cup 54:51 - Mental health, team psychologist, and message to fans #islamabadunited #rehanulhaq #hblpsl9
Welcome to the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. Enjoy this episode with Salman Agha as he shares hilarious stories and anecdotes from his playing career. Hosted and produced by  @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio 🕒 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:44 - Early cricket days and learning from setbacks 5:30 - Under 16 days with Babar Azam, developing batting and debut for Pakistan 10:14 - Experience of touring India in 2014 and 2023 13:08 - Batting at number 6 in tests, first test century and slip fielding in Australia 19:05 - Pressures of playing vs India & Virat Kohli text story 23:28 - Getting injured vs India 26:16 - Why did Pakistan underperform at the ODI World Cup? 29:56 - Initial days in the PSL and experience of playing in Australia vs Australia 36:34 - Playing positively in Tests, Bazball and Salman's T20 game 38:32 - Funny stories of Zafar Gohar, Abdullah Shafique and Saud Shakeel 44:25 - Goals for this PSL #islamabadunited #salmanagha #viratkohli
Welcome to the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. This episode features Pakistan Under 19 cricketer Shamyl Hussain who talks in detail about his cricket journey, recent experience at the U19 World Cup and goals for this PSL. Hosted and produced by  @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio 🕒 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:44 - Early cricket days and experience at the U19 World Cup 2:41 - Pressures of being Talat Hussain's son and relationship with him 8:01 - Memories of Pakistan Junior League, experience with Viv Richards and being starstruck 11:04 - Criticism of PJL and the importance of 4-day cricket 13:16 - Learning from Mohammad Yousuf and Ubaid Shah at the U19 world cup 15:43 - Adapting to conditions in South Africa and recovering from U19 Semi Final loss 17:57 - Shamyl's screamer vs Bangladesh 19:19 - Cricket inspirations and mental side of the game 22:54 - Balancing studies with cricket and the importance of education 24:58 - Fitness and switching off from cricket 27:07 - Goals for PSL 9 #islamabadunited #psl9 #shamylhussain
Welcome to the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. This episode features Islamabad United and Pakistan Team Physio, Cliffe Deacon. We discuss his playing career, workload management, and managing player injuries. Hosted and produced by  @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio 🕒 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - Cliffe's cricket-playing career and relating to current players 6:23 - What does a team physio do and are youngsters educated on fitness these days? 10:04 - Quality of bowlers in Pakistan and adapting to new environments for work 15:58 - What is workload management and GPS tracking for players 23:16 - Managing player's mental health 25:40 - Why are Pakistani players getting injured so frequently? 28:14 - PCB's decision to limit players to 2 leagues per year and looking at Australian players 31:38 - Pakistan overusing their pacers and rotation policy 35:26 - Being with the Pakistan team for over 200 games and dealing with tough losses 41:06 - Looking forward to the season with Islamabad United #islamabadunited #cliffedeacon #cricket
We witnessed one of history's greatest Boxing Day tests at the MCG when Australia triumphed over India. Here's what we think about all the drama. 0:00 - Sam Konstas's unbelievable debut 3:05 - Sam Konstas & Virat Kohli's physical altercation 11:10 - Who was at fault in Jaiswal-Kohli run out & Virat's 4th stump struggles 15:00 - What has happened to Rohit and Virat? 19:22 - The Rishabh Pant conundrum and Gavaskar meltdown 23:25 - India's lower middle fight back 26:25 - Bumrah the lone warrior 31:44 - WTC Final qualifications & looking ahead to the 5th test Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/ 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations, contact us at queries@backwardpointpod.com 🌐 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X : https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we discuss everything in the world of cricket with current affairs think pieces and the hottest takes you've ever heard!
Pakistan gives up an opportunity to win a test match in South Africa in 17 years. We try to break down the heartbreak here. Timestamps: 0:00 - Pakistan bottles another test match 3:42 - Pakistan's inability to clean up the tail 9:12 - Mohammad Abbas's comeback 15:04 - Babar Azam's lean patch in tests 17:32 - Corbin Bosch's debut 21:50 - Babar Azam's lean patch in tests (contd) 29:48 - South Africa's run-chase 35:45 - WTC Final and looking ahead for 2nd test Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/ 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations, contact us at queries@backwardpointpod.com 🌐 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X : https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we discuss everything in the world of cricket with current affairs think pieces and the hottest takes you've ever heard!
Pakistan has become the first team in cricket history to clean sweep South Africa in South Africa in ODIs. Here's how we feel about it. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Pakistan win the series 3-0 3:20 - When Pakistan Wins... 5:45 - Saim Ayub's dominant ODI series and the potential he has 22:08 - Babar coming back in form and over-reliance on him 27:00 - Pakistan's middle overs batting and Salman Agha's role 30:33 - Heinrich Klaasen's insane batting 34:53 - Rizwan's keeping, batting and captaincy 37:44 - Pakistan's spin bowling options 43:22 - Closing thoughts ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/ 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations, contact us at queries@backwardpointpod.com 🌐 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X : https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we discuss everything in the world of cricket with current affairs think pieces and the hottest takes you've ever heard!
Pakistan has won another ODI series in a SENA country. We are in disbelief. Here's our raw emotions. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Pakistan wins another SENA ODI series! 9:23 - Kamran Ghulam is HERE! 16:55 - Is Babar Azam back and Riz-Bar in the middle overs 27:26 - Shaheen Afridi's 2nd spell, ODI stats & Rizwan's DRS calls 34:44 - Shaheen's test future and legacy 39:30 - Abdullah Shafique's 2nd duck and Abrar's inclusion ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/ 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations, contact us at queries@backwardpointpod.com 🌐 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X : https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we discuss everything in the world of cricket with current affairs think pieces and the hottest takes you've ever heard! #pakistanvssouthafrica #shaheenafridi #cricketpodcast
SA (Saim Ayub) and SA (Salman Agha) work together to beat SA (South Africa). BP agendas are popping. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Thank you Saim Ayub 15:42 - Salman Agha's bowling and Abdullah Shafique's technique 20:45 - Salman and Saim's partnership & Shaheen's dismissal 29:09 - Naseem's clutch runs and how to improve your batting 32:55 - Salman sharing the PoTM award with Saim 35:27 - Babar Azam is due for big runs and Pak's chances at CT25 40:45 - Pakistan's lack of batting depth and closing thoughts ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/ 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations, contact us at queries@backwardpointpod.com 🌐 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X : https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we discuss everything in the world of cricket with current affairs think pieces and the hottest takes you've ever heard! #saimayub #cricketpodcast #pakistancricket
Pakistan has lost 2-0 to South Africa from T20Is. Here is the breakdown of the series from our POV. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Saim Ayub has FINALLY arrived! 22:28 - Babar Azam in this series & Rizwan's future in T20s 27:03 - Usman Khan is not international material 31:32 - Pakistan's middle order 34:42 - Pakistan's need for bowling and batting depth 38:55 - Haris Rauf's horrible series 41:18 - Closing thoughts ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/ 🎮 Join our free Discord community: https://discord.gg/6d26NBTA2Z 📧 For inquiries and collaborations, contact us at queries@backwardpointpod.com 🌐 Follow Us on Socials: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backwardpointpod 🐦 Twitter / X : https://twitter.com/point_backward 📌 About the Podcast: Welcome to Backward Point, the podcast where we discuss everything in the world of cricket with current affairs think pieces and the hottest takes you've ever heard! #pakistancricket #cricketpodcast #saimayub
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