World Cricket Weekly Talk

Cricket's voice of reason, World Cricket Weekly columnist Faraz Sarwat, offers his thoughts on the new direction for Cricket Canada and the first week of the IPL season.

INTERVIEW :: Newly elected President of Cricket Canada, Ravin Moorthy chats with Nigel Reed about a renewed optimism, growth, and plans for the future of Canadian Cricket.

WCW TALK :: It's Serious Cricket Talk for the Hardened Cricketer! On today's show, the IPL is up and running, the cheerleaders are back, but is the big money Indian circus losing its appeal? Also this week, still number one, England square the series in Sri Lanka, to end the winter tours on an optimistic note, and fresh direction, Ravin Moorthy is the new President of Cricket Canada, we'll chat with him about his plans for the game in the Great White North! All this and more on World Cricket Weekly TALK. Hosted by: Nigel Reed & Zubin Surkari.

UPDATE :: Parth Mukherjee hosts the World Cricket Weekly TALK Update following the top MID WEEK headlines. In this week's edition: Sachin Tendulkar injured in IPL5 opener as Mumbai defeat Chennai. Illegal bowling actions are on the watch in IPL. Former Pakistan skipper Wasim Akram suggests bench strength will be a factor in the tournament. And Ricky Ponting advocates for an international IPL tour window. All this and more on the World Cricket Weekly TALK UPDATE!

WCW TALK co-host and Cricket Canada board member Zubin Surkari updates on proceedings from Cricket Canada's AGM in Vancouver.

Cricinfo & Dream Cricket columnist Peter Della talks about the challenges ahead for USACA post World T20 Qualifiers.

Columnist Faraz Sarwat & Nigel Reed discuss the rise of New Zealand batsman Kane Williamson.

INTERVIEW :: WICB Media Manager Philip Spooner on the resurgent following and new attitude for the in-form West Indians.

INTERVIEW :: Rajasthan Royals head coach Monty Desai chats on Rajasthan's preparations for IPL5 and the effects of the big tournament on the development of India's cricket youth.

WCW TALK :: It's Serious Cricket Talk for the Hardened Cricketer! On today's show, The Indian Premiere League is back for another year as IPL 5 gets set to begin. Another test match loss for for the world number one, England's reputation as the top test team takes another hit. Also a preview of the test series between the West Indis & Australia with WICB Media Manager, Philip Spooner. All this and more on World Cricket Weekly TALK. Hosted by: Nigel Reed & guest host Faraz Sarwat

UPDATE :: Parth Mukherjee hosts the World Cricket Weekly TALK Update following the top MID WEEK headlines. In this week's edition, Sachin Tendulkar is in London for treatment of right big toe, Indian Captain MS Dhoni believes fatigue will not be an issue in one off T20 clash with South Africa, Australia's Captain Michael Clarke joins the Pune Warriors, Pakistan hopes to host Australia in Sri Lanka, and American Pop Super Star Katy Perry adds glam to the IPL 5 opening ceremonies. All this and more on the World Cricket Weekly TALK UPDATE!

INTERVIEW :: Former Canadian captain Ashish Bagai joins the discussion to review Canada's fortunes at the World T20 Qualifiers, his participation in Toronto's All-Star T20, and a possible balance between his career and cricket.

@FARAZCRICKET :: Columnist Faraz Sarwat reviews the emotional runs of Bangladesh & Pakistan at the Asia Cup.

INTERVIEW :: PART II :: The discussion continues. Warren explains Irish plans to play Test Cricket, the positive effects of creating an aspirational atmosphere, and concerns over a gap between "Club & Country" in their cricket structure. Warren also comments on the Wolf Report and encourages robust & ethical governance for structure of competitions and membership in world cricket.

INTERVIEW :: PART I :: Cricket Ireland CEO Warren Deutrom reflects on the World T20 Qualifiers and Ireland's road to qualification. Warren also discusses the completion of key organizational objectives that attribute to Ireland's overall cricket success.

WCW TALK :: It's Serious Cricket Talk for the Hardened Cricketer! On today's show, Irish eyes are smiling, Ireland and Afghanistan make the cut at the World T20 Qualifiers. So what sets them apart from the best of the rest including Canada. Also this week, the All-Star attraction, Ashish Bagai joins talks about his cricketing plans and a temporary home at the dome. And How To: win friends & influence people, how Bangladesh turned heads and came so close to a landmark victory at the Asia Cup. All this an more on World Cricket Weekly TALK. Hosted by: Nigel Reed & Zubin Surkari.

UPDATE :: Parth Mukherjee hosts the World Cricket Weekly TALK Update following the top MID WEEK headlines. This week, Sachin Tendulkar warns of putting pressures on Virat Kohli, Pakistan spinner Seed Ajmal reacts to controversy surrounding his Teesra, & Ajay Jadeja says Indian bowling is weak and lacks variety. All this and more on the World Cricket Weekly TALK UPDATE!

Parth Mukherjee hosts the World Cricket Weekly TALK UPDATE :: QUALIFIER EDITION recapping the major action from the Group Stage of the tournament and previewing the upcoming Qualifier Stage match-ups that start on Thursday.

@FARAZCRICKET :: World Cricket Weekly columnist Faraz Sarwat reflects on the Little Master's unbreakable record.

ROUND TABLE :: Cricket Canada 1st Vice President Ravin Moorthy discusses the proceedings around Cricket Canada's upcoming Annual General Meeting.