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Episode 66 - Patreon Q&As - Babar's origins, YK's rituals, Misbah v India, IK's fame and more

October 11, 2024 • Ahmer Naqvi and Osman Samiuddin • Season 9 • Episode 4

00:00 Quick thoughts on the latest debacle
05:04 Pakistani Fitness Levels and Performance Discrepancies
10:11 Can you change the culture?
14:51 Patreon shoutouts and Questions
17:15 Famous Sledges and Weird Superstitions
26:46 Why do Pak ex-cricketers slag off everyone?
39:15 Under the table payments in franchise leagues
40:42 The Impact of Salary Caps in Franchise Leagues
41:37 Did IK miss out on fame?
43:33 Team Misbah vs India
46:17 Saudi Influence in Global Cricket
48:32 A story on Babar Azam’s origins
56:46 The Future of Test Cricket and ICC's Role
01:07:55 Memorable non-Pak Cricket Moments