The Colonial IPL (Part 1)

01/31/23 • 9 min

The Bombay Pentangular tournament was more than just a cricket match, it was a cultural phenomenon that brought together communities from all over British India. From 1892-93 to 1945-46, the tournament was held in Bombay and featured teams representing different regions and religions. It was a showcase of unity and sportsmanship, despite the tensions of the time. The tournament may have ended, but its legacy lives on as a reminder of a time when cricket brought people together.
From the origins of the game to the stories of the great cricketing icons, Beyond The Wicket will cover it all. In each episode, Deepanjan Paul will take you on a journey through the history of India, told through the lens of cricket. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride!

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Previous Episode

The Pioneers of Indian Cricket

The first Indians to embrace cricket were the Parsis of Bombay. They started competing against the British in the Bombay Presidency Cup. The Parsis competed in the tournament from its outset in 1877, when they challenged the European cricket team at the Bombay Gymkhana to a two-day match. The Bombay Presidency match gave rise to the Bombay Triangular, Quadrangular then finally the Pentangular. It was recognised as a first-class tournament from 1892–93 until its final staging in 1945–46. In this episode, we discuss how the Parsis became the first cricketers in India, their humble beginnings, and how they went on to beat the British at their own game.

From the origins of the game to the stories of the great cricketing icons, Beyond The Wicket will cover it all. In each episode, Deepanjan Paul will take you on a journey through the history of India, told through the lens of cricket. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride!

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Next Episode

The Colonial IPL (Part 2)

In this episode, discover the impact of the Indian independence movement on cricket during that time. Learn about India's debut as a test-playing nation amidst the chaos and the evolution of the Quadrangular tournament into the Bombay Pentangular. Discover why Mahatma Gandhi, India's most prominent leader, opposed the popular tournament and what followed.
From the origins of the game to the stories of the great cricketing icons, Beyond The Wicket will cover it all. In each episode, Deepanjan Paul will take you on a journey through the history of India, told through the lens of cricket. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride!

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