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The Insight Edge E04: Sanjay Manjrekar on BCCI's new diktats, home disadvantage in the IPL and the age of player-creators
Mumbai Indians are OUT of IPL 2026 — but why has one of cricket's greatest franchises struggled so badly in recent years? In this week's episode of The Inside Edge, host Shachi Pai and cricket expert Sanjay Manjrekar break it all down.
From Surya Kumar Yadav's form slump to Rohit Sharma's early dismissals, the duo dig into what's gone wrong at MI — and whether Hardik Pandya should still be captain. They also discuss Jasprit Bumrah's untapped leadership potential and what a post-Hardik MI might look like.
Plus:
Why Bhuvaneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood are rewriting the T20 bowling playbook
Rishabh Pant's white ball struggles — is it technical, mental, or something deeper?
Should IPL franchises have control over their home pitches?
The growing concern around player conduct, inside information leaks, and the IPL's code of conduct
Vaibhav Suryavanshi as an Impact Sub — are we seeing only half a cricketer?
Virat Kohli, controlled aggression, and what makes him truly unique
This week's audience question: Should Hardik Pandya continue as Mumbai Indians captain? Drop your thoughts using #AskSanjay on X, Facebook, and Instagram @SportstarWeb.
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5 May 2026
Sanjay Manjrekar on Riyan Parag's vaping controversy, Suryakumar Yadav's inevitable decline and more on Insight Edge Podcast - Sportstar
In Episode 3 of The Insight Edge Podcast with Sanjay Manjrekar and Shachi Pai, we explore the controversies enveloping Rajasthan Royals, Suryakumar Yadav's frustrating lean patch, why Sanjay has temporarily stepped back from IPL commentary duties and much more.
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30 Apr 2026
Sanju Samson's form-changing tactical switch, the KL Rahul enigma and more from IPL 2026 with Sanjay Manjrekar on E02 of The Insight Edge Podcast - Sportstar
On episode two of Sportstar presents The Insight Edge, Sanjay Manjrekar and Shachi Pai look at how the IPL has been reduced to a bowler graveyard, dissect some scintillating performances from KL Rahul and Sanju Samson and try to understand how Indian pace talent can be adequately nurtured for longevity.
You can also watch the full episode on Sportstar's YouTube Channel. (https://youtu.be/zHZKfnILQsI)
#SportstarPodcast #TheInsightEdge #SanjayManjrekar #IPL2026
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