Backward Point: A Cricket Podcast

Pakistan has lost the 1st T20I against SA, raising more unanswered questions about Pakistan's approach in T20s. Timestamps: 0:00 - Pakistan lose to South Africa 6:18 - Pakistan's bowling and Rizwan's captaincy 16:22 - Lack of clarity in Pak's batting, Saim's innings & Usman Khan 21:10 - Rizwan's criminal innings and Pakistan's T20 team regressing 26:49 - The problem with Rizwan-Babar opening 31:27 - Players who should replace Rizwan- Babar 34:40 - Pakistan's need for a mindset shift in t20s 38:38 - Why is Mohammad Haris being ignored & insecurities in PCT 42:17 - South Africa's new pace sensation 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 [email protected] 🌐 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!

India has been beaten by 10 wickets at Perth and the series is leveled at 1-1. Here are our thoughts. 0:00 - India lose by 10 wickets 3:00 - Reactions from Indian media 6:20 - Siraj Vs Head 15:53 - Starc in pink ball tests 22:40 - India's batting struggles 27:00 - Rohit's batting position and is Gill over rated? 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 [email protected] 🌐 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!

BP's quarterly QnA is here! Thank you guys for sending in your questions. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 6:41 - Pakistan's playing 11 for 2026 T20 World Cup 14:58 - Favourite Pakistan cricket jersey 17:18 - Can we speak/understand punjabi? 17:43 - Should the PSL have turning tracks? 18:30 - Should Pakistan invest in Sajid Khan/Noman Ali for white ball? 19:58 - Will Pakistan ever have a return of a premium spinner? 24:50 - Is India's reliance on Virat-Rohit hindering the growth of youngsters? 27:59 - Bigger no go: Bowling with cap on or batting with cap backwards? 31:32 - Would we pick Babar Azam in Pakistan's T20 team? 34:14 - Our favorite football club 35:25 - Thoughts on Shadab Khan being dropped and losing Vice Captaincy 38:08 - Pakistan's test playing 11 vs South Africa 40:15 - Play a test at lords or MCG? 41:45 - Biggest lost star in Pakistan cricket in last 15 years 46:25 - The 3 things we would change as PCB chairman 50:35 - One match result we would change in Pakistan history? 51:22 - Amir for CT25? 51:53 - How can Pakistan foster a positive team culture? 52:52 - Is Babar's dip in form a mental or technical thing? 55:38 - If Shan Masood is not captain, does he fit in Pakistan's 11? 57:50 - What would you tell Indians who say they can't travel to Pakistan due to terrorism? 1:01:57 - Is Rizwan the captain to sail Pakistan cricket to success? 1:03:15 - Is Saya Corps a problem? 1:06:08 - Does Rizwan stay as captain after CT25? 1:06:32 - Which Pakistan players are key to playing modern-day cricket? 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 [email protected] 🌐 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! #cricketpodcast #championstrophy2025

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 [email protected] 🌐 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!