Cricket is almost like a religion in India, it is said. Millions of fans follow the game and discuss every game with great fervour and analysis.

Ayaz Memon is one of those who has not only followed cricket for nearly four decades but also covered it. His latest book, Indian Innings, is a curated collection of articles on the game over the years, which track highlights and lowlights, and, collectively read, offer a glimpse into the changes over the years.

In this podcast interview with Sidharth Bhatia, Memon offers his own analysis of how cricket has shaped up, the changing nature of the players and the fans, and where it could be heading.

(This podcast was recorded before Virat Kohli issued a statement condemning the trolling of Mohammed Shami for his religion.)

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