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The Murali End

The Murali End

By: 11-29 Media
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 A Podcast all about Sri Lankan CricketCopyright 11-29 Media Cricket
Episodes
  • "Murali Called Me The Fat Coach" | Paul Farbrace's untold SLC tales

    "Murali Called Me The Fat Coach" | Paul Farbrace's untold SLC tales
    May 11 2026
    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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    56 mins
  • Sri Lankans in IPL, Fitness "Media Circus", Women's Side

    Sri Lankans in IPL, Fitness "Media Circus", Women's Side
    Apr 13 2026
    The IPL is in full swing, and Pathum Nissanka is proving he belongs on the world stage with some high-quality knocks for the Delhi Capitals. But while our stars shine abroad, a storm is brewing back home.
    In this episode of Cricket Smash with Mark Machado and Dominic Machado, we break down:
    🏏 Pathum Nissanka’s Development: How his aggressive new role in the IPL is transforming his game.
    🏃‍♂️ The SLC Fitness Saga: Why are fitness tests becoming a "media circus" and what does it mean for players like Nuwan Thushara?
    ⚖️ Legal Battles: The landmark moment of players taking SLC to court over NOCs.
    🦁 Women’s & Youth Cricket: Updates on the road to Lord’s and the promising talent in the U19 squad.
    Is the focus on fitness tests a distraction from systemic issues in Sri Lankan cricket?

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    44 mins
  • Sri Lanka's NEW IPL Rules + Exciting U19 Women's side!

    Sri Lanka's NEW IPL Rules + Exciting U19 Women's side!
    Mar 27 2026
    ‼️ Since recording this podcast, Maheesh Theekshana was signed by the PSL franchise Hyderabad Kingsmen.

    Dom, Estelle and Nick discuss Sri Lanka Cricket's stance on players' fitness for the IPL. Wanindu Hasaranga had some words about it, too! Is this process a new thing in Sri Lanka's system? How have the IPL reacted to it? And who is missing out?
    And...

    Sri Lanka's Under-19 women's side will play Australia and England Under-19 teams down under!

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    40 mins
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