The Modification of Indian cricket, expertly assessed

A dramatic first Test match at the giant new Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad is the cue for an insightful assessment of the Prime Minister’s impact on Indian cricket by Mihir Bose, in his second innings as the guest of Peter Oborne and Richard Heller on their regular cricket-themed podcast. The former Sports Editor of the BBC is the author of over thirty books, including Nine Waves, a comprehensive history of Indian cricket and, most recently Narendra Modi The Yogi Of Populism. He has led three cricket tours of India, which have included frequent encounters with former Indian Test players on Indian Test match grounds.In Peter’s absence, to complete a book of international importance, Roger Alton is the replacement opening bowler.Read the full description here: https://chiswickcalendar.co.uk/episode-44-the-modification-of-indian-cricket-expertly-assessed/The literary event of the year is imminent: the publication of Wisden Cricketers Almanack.  Peter and Richard invite listeners to submit their nominations for the Wisden’s Five Cricketers of the Year to [email protected]. They will present the results in advance of Wisden’s.