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- Aug 17, 202624 min
Sri Lanka’s Top Order Failed… But The Test Isn’t Over | SL v IND Day 3 Review
Sri Lanka were bowled out for 284 after India posted 462, but a crucial fightback from Sonal Dinusha and Niroshan Dickwella ensured the hosts avoided the follow-on and kept the Test alive. Mark Machado is joined by Nick Brookes and Dominic Machado to break down Day 3 of the 1st Test between Sri Lanka and India. They discuss Sri Lanka’s struggling top order, Dinusha’s growing reputation as a Test batter, Dickwella’s return to the side, Kamindu Mendis balancing red-ball and T20 cricket, and whether Sri Lanka can somehow fight their way to a draw. Plus, with the pitch turning and weather potentially playing a part, could Sri Lanka’s spinners put India under pressure on Day 4?Join the Murali End Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P
- Aug 16, 202623 min
Sri Lanka v India - 1st Test, Day 2 Review
Mark Machado and Kavinka Fernando review all the action from Day 2 at Galle where Sri Lanka take on India in the 1st test.Join the Murali End Whatsapp Channel:https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P
- Aug 15, 202630 min
Sri Lanka v India - 1st Test, Day 1 Review
Mark & Dominic Machado review the first day of the first test between Sri Lanka and India at Galle. They discuss the XI, Prabath Jayasuriya and Sri Lanka's lack of wickets. Join the Murali End Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P
- Aug 12, 202639 min
Can Sri Lanka Pull Off an Upset? | Sri Lanka vs India Test Series 2026 Preview
India are back in Sri Lanka for Test cricket, and on paper the odds are stacked heavily against the hosts. Mark Machado and Dominic Machado preview Sri Lanka’s two-Test series against India, from the uncertainty around Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis to the possible return of Niroshan Dickwella and the huge questions surrounding Sri Lanka’s spin attack. Can Prabath Jayasuriya rediscover his best form? Who partners him? And with Sri Lanka playing less and less Test cricket, how important is it that they compete against one of the biggest teams in the world? We also look back at the 2026 Lanka Premier League, discuss Galle Gallants’ maiden title, Zaheer Khan’s involvement with the Jaffna franchise and ask a bigger question: what is the LPL actually supposed to achieve for Sri Lankan cricket? Finally, we discuss Sri Lanka Women’s impressive series against Pakistan, the growing competition for batting places and why this team may be getting closer to competing with the very best. Subscribe to Murali End for our coverage throughout the Sri Lanka vs India Test series.Join the Murali End Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P
- Jun 11, 202637 min
Women's T20 World Cup Preview
Can Sri Lanka pull off the ultimate upset at the Women’s T20 World Cup? We’re breaking down the squad surprises, tactical shifts, and the "Road to Lords" that every fan needs to see.In this deep-dive preview on the Murali End podcast, Dominic Machado is joined by Sri Lanka’s top sports journalist, Estelle Vasudeva, to analyse the final squad and warm-up form. We discuss the controversial omission of key spinners, the explosive return to form for Chamari Athapaththu, and the emerging batting competition that could change everything. Whether you're tracking the "Dark Horse" tag or looking for a tactical edge, we’ve got the full roadmap for the tournament.
- Jun 6, 202651 min
West Indies V Sri Lanka - 1st ODI Review
The Gary Kirsten era has officially begun with a statement win! We’re breaking down the tactical masterclass, that incredible Kamindu Mendis catch, and the fitness revolution transforming Sri Lanka cricket.In this deep-dive review, Mark and Nick analyse Sri Lanka’s clinical performance against the West Indies in the 1st ODI. We discuss the shocking decision to open with Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Mendis’s evolving captaincy style, and the "pace battery" led by a hungry Dushmantha Chameera. From pitch conditions at Sabina Park to the middle-order stability provided by Janith Liyanage, this is your comprehensive guide to the new look of Sri Lankan cricket. Was Kamindu Mendis opening the batting a stroke of genius or just a one-off experiment? Let us know your thoughts on the "New Era" tactics in the comments below!Join the Murali End Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P
- Jun 3, 202639 min
West Indies Series Preview & Women's World Cup Squad
The Murali End are back to review the squad going to the West Indies and to discuss the Women's World Cup squad heading to England for the T20 World Cup. The Murali End will be live minutes after the first ODI finishes later today on Youtube reviewing all the action. Join the Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Val7H91JJhzfMEctCp1P
- May 11, 202656 min
"Murali Called Me The Fat Coach" | Paul Farbrace's untold SLC tales
From the chaos of the Lahore attack to the glory of the 2014 World Cup, Sri Lanka Cricket Head Coach Paul Farbrace reveals what it was really like inside that dressing room. Here is the truth about coaching legends like Kumar Sangakkara, Murali and Mahela Jayawardene.In this exclusive interview on The Murali End, world-class coach Paul Farbrace joins Nick Brooks to pull back the curtain on his remarkable journey. Nick explores the tactical brilliance of Ajantha Mendis, the leadership of Sri Lanka’s greatest icons, and the harrowing experience of the life-threatening 2009 attack in Lahore, Pakistan. Enjoy this perspective on one of the most successful eras in international cricket.Chapters:00:00 - 03:40 Early days in county cricket and the path to international coaching.06:44 - 10:15 Meeting Muttiah Muralitharan: "I understand you're sending us your fat coach."20:24 - 23:29 The rise of Ajantha Mendis: How he baffled the world's best batsmen.24:20 - 28:00 Kumar Sangakkara’s masterclass: A deep dive into that 192 in Hobart.36:47 - 41:40 Surviving Lahore: The 2009 incident that changed cricket forever.48:15 - 53:00 Winning the 2014 T20 World Cup: The ultimate redemption story.54:10 - 56:12 Rapid Fire: Farbrace’s toughest opponent and favourite career moment.
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