Ashwath Gurumurthy hosts Between the Wickets podcast

Latest Episodes

Episode 5—Coach Shrey Patel, Founder of Cricmax

Today, join me as I talk with Coach Shrey—one of the Founders and coaches of Cricmax—as we discuss the mindset of discipline and its necessary companion of fun. Coach Shrey shares with us his insights on the journey of New Jersey cricket from humble beginnings to Mercer County Park and beyond into Minor league cricket. He also talks about coaching, parental support, the evolution of young cricketers, and stepping stones for cricketers aspiring to get picked up by the major leagues.

Episode 4—Aditi Chudasama, U19 USA Women's Cricket Team Player

Today, I speak with Aditi Chudasama about how women's cricket popularity is on the rise.

Aditi played for the USA Women's U19 and senior side. She was part of the American qualifiers last year where she made her debut for the senior side and this year she played in the global qualifiers. 


Episode 3 - PART 3—World Cup Players Episode with Arya Garg

Today, join me for the final show in my three-part episode exploring U19 cricket alongside three talented players who proudly represented the USA in the ICC U19 World Cup.

In Part 3 of this episode, I talk with Arya Garg as he discusses what it takes to compete with the best teams in cricket and some of the techniques and strategies he uses to improve his cricket game as a fast bowler.


Episode 3 - PART 2—World Cup Players Episode with Sid Kappa 

Today, I continue my exciting three-part episode exploring U19 cricket alongside three talented players who proudly represented the USA in the ICC U19 World Cup.

In Part 2 of this episode, I sit down with Sid Kappy to discuss his experience participating in the World Cup. Join us as Sid discusses the somewhat surreal yet exciting experience of playing on the world stage. Sid also shares good advice for aspiring cricket players who want to play at high levels.


Episode 3 - PART 1—World Cup Players Episode with Prannav Chettipalayam 

Join me today as I kick off an exciting three-part episode exploring U19 cricket alongside three talented players who proudly represented the USA in the ICC U19 World Cup.

In Part 1 of this episode, I sit down with Prannav Chettipalayam to explore Prannav's experiences, challenges, and the incredible journey of competing on the international stage.




Episode 1 - Talking With Coach Arpit Shah of Cricmax

Today, please join me as I chat with Coach Arpit Shah, one of the founders of CricMax, the cricket academy in Sayreville, New Jersey, where I began my cricket journey. Coach talks about the highs and lows of the cricket journey in the US and how he and the academy's supporters made cricket happen, and how they allowed American youth to grow with this incredible game.

The future is bright for cricket in the US. I’m honored to have him in the studio. 


Episode 2 - Speaking With Coach Sham Chotoo, Commissioner of Bowie Boys & Girls Sports Programs 

Today, join me as I sit down with Coach Sham Chotoo, commissioner of Bowie Boys and Girls cricket club and chairman of Maryland Cricket Association, to discuss his cricketing journey starting from the Caribbean to Maryland in USA.  Along with growing the cricket sports program in and around the Washington D.C. area, Coach Sham has bolstered cricket to center stage for many schools and young athletes in the United States. 

Join us as we discuss the path that has been paved so young cricketers today can now aspire to play at higher national levels.