No Spin, Straight Bat: Murali Kartik Opens Up About Love, Life & Cricket

Happy Birthday, Murali Kartik! A cricketer of rare skill and quiet resilience, Murali Kartik is our special guest on India: A Story in the Making. A left-arm spinner with a classical high-arm action, he gave India unforgettable moments—none more so than the 2004 triumph over Australia in Mumbai. In this candid conversation, Kartik opens like never before: from the heartbreak of being dropped after success, to life beyond cricket, and the pious upbringing shaped by warm memories of his late mother. He also reflects on the mental health pressures faced by elite athletes, his years in county cricket in the UK, and what it really takes for the youth of today to reach the helm of the sport. Whether you’re a cricket connoisseur or simply love inspiring, moving, and heartfelt conversations—this episode is for you. No Spin, Straight Bat with Murali Kartik – Love, Life & Cricket Streaming now on India: A Story in the Making Please do like SUBSCRIBE AND CONNECT ON DISCORD. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@loveenatandonproductions Podcast – Smart Link: https://bingepods.com/podcast/podcast-rn7moe Join Our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/p2UYt9uV5d SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES Host: Loveena Tandon Journalist | Documentary Filmmaker | Podcaster LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/loveenatandon Twitter/X: @loveenatandon Instagram: – @tandonloveena – @indiastoryabroad TikTok: @loveenatandon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices