Colours of Cricket

SBS

Australia’s diverse South Asian communities are united by one thing, our love of cricket. Colours of Cricket is a unique look at the South Asian diaspora and how we’re changing the face of cricket in Australia. Over eight episodes, hear from international stars, commentators, sports historians, fans and community players. Find out how cricket is helping new migrants feel at home in Australia and breaking down social barriers, how players from the subcontinent are keeping club cricket alive, and why kids from the Indian subcontinent are underrepresented in the big leagues. Colours of Cricket is a collaborative project from SBS Radio's South Asian language programs; SBS Bangla, Gujarati, Hindi, Malayalam, Nepali, Punjabi, Sinhala, Tamil, and SBS Urdu.

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Racism and sledging in Australian Cricket: How does it impact players of South Asian heritage?

Colours of Cricket

10/02/22 • 28 min

The practice of sledging on Australian cricket fields can often blur lines into racist slurs. In this final episode of Colours of Cricket, we explore how sledging and racism on the field has impacted players from South Asia. And what measures are in place to address this issue?

Not just a 'gentleman’s game': How women changed cricket

Colours of Cricket

09/26/22 • 27 min

A woman invented overarm bowling in cricket and the first ever world cup was played by women. Ironically though, cricket was always called a ‘gentleman’s game’. In this episode of Colours of Cricket, we explore the challenges faced by female cricketers in Australia, and how South Asian women are contributing to a new era for women’s cricket.

Tarrant, Sellers, Surti, Harinath: Unsung pioneers who connected Australia and India through cricket

Colours of Cricket

09/18/22 • 30 min

Millions of fans around the globe tune in to watch their favourite star cricket players take the field in stadiums thousands of kilometres away. But behind the razzmatazz are people who might not be household names, but who have spent their lives championing the game. In this episode of Colours of Cricket, hear about the enduring legacies of some of these pioneers.

South Asian Fans: Changing the sound and spirit of cricket in Australia

Colours of Cricket

09/11/22 • 26 min

No sport in the world is complete without fans and cricket is no exception. In this fifth episode of Colours of Cricket, we look at how South Asian fans have brought colour and vibe to cricket pitches across Australia and how Australian players are reaching out to them.

A new world order: How the Indian subcontinent is changing cricket's balance of power

Colours of Cricket

09/05/22 • 30 min

It took many years for official cricketing bodies in Australia to acknowledge Indian cricket. In the last few decades, money from the subcontinent has changed the balance of power on and off the cricket field. The fourth episode of Colours of Cricket explores pivotal moments in this story, highlighting the increasing influence of subcontinental teams and fans on Australian cricket.

125 years ago an Indian prince scored a Test century in Australia: Hear cricket’s untold stories

Colours of Cricket

08/28/22 • 26 min

In 1897, a “dark-skinned, moustachioed cricketer” from India was given a hero’s welcome in Australia, thanks to his princely aura and oriental mysticism as much as his batting prowess.

How are South Asian migrants changing the face of Australian Cricket?

Colours of Cricket

08/21/22 • 26 min

The most recent Australian census showed a huge increase in the number of migrants coming to Australia from India and other South Asian countries. Many of these new migrants arrive hoping to establish a new identity and community through cricket. In the second episode of Colours of Cricket, we explore how these growing communities are instrumental in changing Australia’s cricketing calendar and how the game is being played.

Why are South Asian players underrepresented in Australian cricket?

Colours of Cricket

08/14/22 • 31 min

All over South Asia, cricket can be mistaken for a religion. Here in Australia, it is migrants from the subcontinent who are keeping club cricket alive. So why have so few South Asian players donned the baggy green?

Introducing Colours of Cricket

Colours of Cricket

08/03/22 • 2 min

Introducing Colours of Cricket

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How many episodes does Colours of Cricket have?

Colours of Cricket currently has 9 episodes available.

What topics does Colours of Cricket cover?

The podcast is about Sbs, Podcasts, Sports and Cricket.

What is the most popular episode on Colours of Cricket?

The episode title 'Racism and sledging in Australian Cricket: How does it impact players of South Asian heritage?' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Colours of Cricket?

The average episode length on Colours of Cricket is 26 minutes.

How often are episodes of Colours of Cricket released?

Episodes of Colours of Cricket are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of Colours of Cricket?

The first episode of Colours of Cricket was released on Aug 3, 2022.

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