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IND vs AFG T20I Series Preview: Vaibhav Suryavanshi Factor, Bumrah's Return and Shreyas Iyer's Home Test
Welcome back to another episode of Mid-Day Maidaan! Hosted by Mid-Day Sports Editor Ashwin Ferro alongside Ronan Carvalho, this week’s episode previews the upcoming 3-match T20I series between India and Afghanistan in Delhi. While technically a "home series" for Afghanistan at their host venue in Delhi, India enters as heavy favorites. The hosts feature a mix of dynamic young talent, returning superstars, and fresh fast-bowling options.
4 Sept 2026
Novak Djokovic's U.S. Open Shock, Lionel Messi's Legacy Building Champions
In this brand-new video episode of Mid-Day Maidaan, Editor-in-Chief Sachin Kalbag and Sports Editor Ashwin Ferro unpack Novak Djokovic’s shocking U.S. Open first-round loss, Lionel Messi’s international retirement, and what it truly takes to build world-class champions from the grass roots up.
28 Aug 2026
India Held to Draw: Sri Lanka Stuns in Test Finale
India’s WTC Final hopes take a hit as Sri Lanka holds on for a thrilling Day 5 draw in the Test series finale. Sonal Dinusha’s heroic knock denies Shubman Gill’s side a win, sparking debates on the follow-on call. Ashwin Ferro and Ronan Carvalho break down the Test series, key positives, and India’s white-ball road map leading to the Asian Games.
14 Aug 2026
India vs Sri Lanka Test Series: Can Shubman Gill and Co Master Galle
India kicks off a crucial two-Test series against Sri Lanka in Galle as part of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. With a heavy Test schedule ahead including series against New Zealand and Australia, Shubman Gill’s side faces a vital trial on subcontinent turning tracks.
7 Aug 2026
From CWG Success to Asian Games Challenge: Can Indian Athletes Maintain the Momentum?
On this episode of Mid-Day Maidaan, Sports Editor Ashwin Ferro and Ronan Carvalho break down India’s performance at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Despite a truncated schedule, India secured a strong 4th-place finish with 39 overall medals, driven by stellar performances from the boxing and weightlifting contingents.
31 Jul 2026
CWG Medal Tally Breakdown, Inspiring Stories Neeraj Chopra Preview
Highs, heartbreaks, and heroic comebacks at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow! In this episode of Mid-Day Maidaan, Sports Editor Ashwin Ferro and colleague Ronan Carvalho review India’s performance at the Commonwealth Games and look ahead to the biggest events on the horizon.
20 Jul 2026
FIFA 2026 Finale: Spain Rule The World Tears For Messi Argentina
Ashwin Ferro and Ronan Carvalho break down the epic FIFA World Cup 2026 Final! From Ferran Torres’ dramatic 106th-minute extra-time winner for Spain to Dibu Martínez's heroic 12 saves and Enzo Fernández’s costly red card for Argentina, we unpack the best and worst moments of a historic finale.
17 Jul 2026
Tactical Collapse or Messi Masterclass?
From 1-0 up to an 88% possession nightmare: England crumbled against Argentina in a chaotic World Cup semifinal. Sachin Kalbag and Ronan Carvalho break down Thomas Tuchel's tactical collapse, Lionel Messi's selfless masterclass, and drop an ultimate preview for the blockbuster Spain vs. Argentina Sunday final.
13 Jul 2026
Historic Lord's Conquest Messi's Ultimate England Showdown
The Indian Women’s team scripts history with a stunning Test win at Lord’s after a 142-year wait, while the FIFA World Cup hits fever pitch with a legendary Messi vs England semi-final showdown. This week, Mid-Day Editor-in-chief Sachin Kalbag and Sports Editor Ashwin Ferro break down two grand sports events that kept the globe by its edge.
29 Jun 2026
The Ireland Shock Women's World Cup Heartbreak
A brutal weekend for Indian cricket. Editor-in-Chief Sachin Kalbag and Sports Editor Ashwin Ferro dissect a shocking 2-0 T20I series loss to Ireland under Shreyas Iyer’s new captaincy, the bizarre benching of 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi, and the structural flaws that knocked the Indian Women’s team out of the T20 World Cup. Is it time for a radical overhaul?
22 Jun 2026
FIFA 2026: Minnows No More! Records Broken, Tears Flow
Sleep-deprived and loving it! Mid-day Editor-in-Chief Sachin Kalbag and Sports Editor Ashwin sit down to audit the wild first two weeks of the FIFA World Cup 2026. From the 40-year-old Cape Verde "Superman" goalkeeper to the corporate commercial controversy behind tactical hydration breaks, we break down why the "minnows" are completely taking over the global stage.
12 Jun 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 Kicks Off
The wait is officially over! The historic 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026 has kicked off across the US, Canada, and Mexico. This week on Mid-Day Maidaan, we break down the brand-new 104-match format, give our predictions for the massive group stage fixtures, track the final major tournament for legends Messi and Ronaldo, and tell you exactly where you can watch it all live in India.
5 Jun 2026
Shreyas Iyer or Sanju Samson? Inside Team India's T20 Leadership War FIFA 2026 Countdown
June 6 marks a massive day for Team India. While the Men in Blue return to action on the pitch, a massive backstage battle has reached its boiling point: Who will lead India's T20I future? With the BCCI ready to transition from Suryakumar Yadav, it's a direct, high-stakes tie between two massive IPL figures: Shreyas Iyer and Sanju Samson. We unpack the intense debate dividing Head Coach Gautam Gambhir and the national selection committee. Who brings the tactical edge, who has the consistency, and who will officially get the crown?
4 Jun 2026
65 Sixes, Crazy Stats, and Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is Missing From Team India
Join our Editor-in-Chief Sachin Kalbag and Sports Editor Ashwin Ferro in the premier episode of Mid-Day Maidaan! The duo breaks down the high-stakes drama of the IPL 2026 Grand Finale, unpacks the mind-boggling stats of the season, and tackles the burning question on every cricket fan's mind.
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