Tea, Toast & Sports

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Sports

6 Episodes

A weekly sports podcast from NDTV that does a deep dive into the biggest story of the week and even goes behind the scenes to find out what is happening in the world of Indian and world sports, on and off the field. Sports means game time, politics, entertainment, and business. Catch Tea Toast and Sports podcast with NDTV's Consultant Sports Editor Rica Roy and Anwiti Singh to stay updated on all things sports.

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India Vs Pakistan: Cricket, Politics, Nationalism, And Business | NDTV Podcast

Update on : Aug 1, 2025 19:36 (IST)

India Champions have decided not to play in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 semifinal against Pakistan. The decision comes in the backdrop of Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor, and many following developments such as banning Pakistani artists in India and cancelling games. But who pays the price of these cancellations? If we cancel, how long do we hold on to that cancellation sentiment? How do the sponsors and players pay? Former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan tells Rica Roy what he thinks should happen, and what he believes government must do. 

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Rishabh Pant's Freak Injury: How Accountable Are Athletes?

Update on : Jul 24, 2025 20:25 (IST)

Rishabh Pant's is injured once again, but this time it seems serious. While sports injuries are often unpredictable and unfortunate, can injuries sometimes be an athlete's fault? Or to what extent can an athlete be blamed for injuries? In the last decade, injuries seem to be rising exponentially within team India and to understand this phenomenon, Ramji Srinivasan (Former Strength and Conditioning coach of Indian cricket team) joins Rica Roy to explain why injuries seem to be on the rise and why it is not always an accident but more to do with influence and fame and poor management. 

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Episode 4

Is India In Its 'Golden Age' Of Chess? Meet Aarit Kapil, The 9-Year-Old Chess Prodigy.

Update on : Jul 11, 2025 19:30 (IST)

In a recent 'Title Tuesday' match, India's 9-year-old Aarti Kapil faced Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen, the same Carlsen who became viral for his rage and angered reaction after losing to India's Grandmaster and World Chess Champion D Gukesh. 


During this online clash, 'little master' Aarit gave Grandmaster Magnus a run for his money and ultimately ended the match in a draw. He joins us at NDTV for the latest episode of Tea, Toast & Sports with his father and coach. Also joining us is Tania Sachdev, Woman Grandmaster and International Master.

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Money, Promise Of Govt Jobs: What Drives Doping In Athletes? Tea, Toast & Sports Podcast

Update on : Jul 4, 2025 19:30 (IST)

In this episode of Tea, Toast and Sports, the hosts dive into a growing concern in Indian sport - the sharp rise in doping cases.

Recent reports show India now tops the global list for positive drug tests in athletes, raising serious questions about awareness, accountability, and the systems meant to prevent this.

Why are so many athletes failing tests? Is there enough education and support at the grassroots level? And what does this mean for India's sporting future?

Hemant Rastogi, Vimal Mohan, Rica Roy, and Anwiti Singh unpack the headlines and the deeper issues behind them.

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Episode 2

Rishabh Pant's Twin Test Tons And Neeraj Chopra's Diet Secrets | NDTV Sports Podcast

Update on : Jun 27, 2025 10:47 (IST)

Once he was broken, now he is once again a cricket star: In this episode of NDTV Teat, Toast, And Sports Podcast, we discuss the sensational Rishabh Pant's unique feat and what the diet that powers Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra! Discover how Pant is now tied with Sir Don Bradman and uncover Neeraj's diet and fitness secrets that fuel his javelin success. Don't miss this! Tea, Toast, And Sports Podcast with Rica Roy and Anwiti.

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Episode 1

Bazzballers Vs India, Shubhman Gill, And Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy | NDTV Tea, Toast, & Sports

Update on : Jun 23, 2025 11:57 (IST)

The era of Kohli, Rohit, Ashwin is over, and now comes a new band of boys into the leadership role- Gill, Pant, Bumrah. India is ready for the bazballers-England, who have traditionally dominated on their home turf, but Team India's bowlers are on a hot streak. Watch the rivalry renamed 'Anderson-Tendulkar' Trophy resume on 20th June. But before the camera rolls and action begins, NDTV's Consultant Sports Editor Rica Roy and Anwiti Singh brings out the reasons to follow Gill's boys in England on our brand-new podcast 'Tea, Toast, & Sports