In this episode, we travel back in time to the gripping 1969 Test series between India and New Zealand—a rare instance where rain favoured India. We delve into New Zealand’s journey of almost a century as a Test nation before finally achieving a series win in India, and how an unexpected downpour in Hyderabad left them just shy of history in 1969.

Join us as we explore what might have unfolded if that fateful cloudburst hadn’t intervened. How different could the legacies of Indian and New Zealand players have been? And how might this alternate outcome have reshaped the cricketing landscape for both nations? Tune in for a deep dive into one of the great 'what-ifs' in cricket!

We’d love to hear your thoughts and suggestions for future episodes! Got a topic you'd like us to explore? Reach out to us at ⁠thereversesweepshow@gmail.com⁠ – we’re excited to hear from fellow cricket fans!

Timestamps

• Intro - 0:00
• Today’s agenda - 03:31
• Macro discussion - 05:09
• New Zealand tour of India in 1969 - 10:23
• What ifs - 19:12
• Final thoughts - 39:20

Links

• 1st test of 1969 series video
• 2nd test match report
• 3rd test match report
• Featured article on how spin wins in India

Social media handles

• Suyash Sengar on X as @jefedinho

• Abhinav Bansal on Instagram as @a_bansal11

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating India vs New Zealand Test battles in Indian conditions over the years. Join us as we embark on a bold and imaginative mission to craft the ultimate New Zealand Test XI of the 21st century. Can this Kiwi team break the shackles and soar? Tune in as we debate player selections, strategies, and whether New Zealand’s best can challenge India on their home turf.

We’d love to hear your thoughts and suggestions for future episodes! Got a topic you'd like us to explore? Reach out to us at ⁠thereversesweepshow@gmail.com⁠ – we’re excited to hear from fellow cricket fans!

Timestamps

• Small Talk 01:45
• Today’s agenda 03:45
• Our NZ in India memories 05:08
• Challenge in India 11:25
• Team Selection 14:53
• Rounding Up 42:05

Links

• ⁠What makes India so good in Tests at home and Principles for competing in India⁠ (check timestamp from 06:18)
• ⁠Mark Richardson funny sweeping with cramps⁠
• ⁠Jesse Ryder 100 vs India⁠
• ⁠Shane Bond spell⁠
• ⁠Nathan Astle 4th innings ultrafast double ton ⁠
• ⁠Chris Martin fiery spell vs India in Ahmedabad⁠

Social media handles

• Suyash Sengar
• • On X as @jefedinho
• Abhinav Bansal
• • On Instagram @a_Bansal11

In this episode, we take you back to the thrilling Nidahas Trophy final between India and Bangladesh. But what if Dinesh Karthik didn’t come in as the finisher? What if he moved up the order? Would India still have won the final? Join us as we reimagine this iconic match, crafting an alternate outcome and exploring how it could have reshaped the legacies of key players and changed the dynamics of India vs Bangladesh rivalry.

We’d love to hear your thoughts and ideas for future episodes! Got a topic you'd like us to tackle? Shoot us an email at thereversesweepshow@gmail.com – we’re eager to hear from passionate cricket fans like you!

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(05:30) Format

(12:30) DK Career

(18:45) Nidahas Final

(30:00) What Ifs

(52:18) Our Conclusions