Wasim Akram: India v Pakistan Test Hopes & Playing Under Bumble | Stick to Cricket Ep 9

Wasim Akram joins Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook, David Lloyd, and Michael Vaughan on Stick to Cricket for an unforgettable, wide-ranging episode packed with fascinating stories and laughs – brought to you by Betfair!

Phil Tufnell calls Wasim one of the toughest opponents he ever faced, and Wasim shares the gameplan behind his game.

Wasim takes us back to his early days, how he got into cricket, the first time he realised he was getting paid and his thoughts on the best batsmen he faced.

We dive into memories of the 1992 World Cup and what it was like playing under the legendary Imran Khan. Wasim also gives his thoughts on Ben Stokes and the influence of coach Bumble!

He also opens up about his diabetes diagnosis seen and the enduring rivalry of India vs Pakistan, hopes for future Test matches, and who he thinks wins in the battle of best batters versus best bowlers.

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00:00 - Introduction & Banter

01:27 - Cricket Memories and Stories

12:41 - Early Life and Cricket in Pakistan

16:02 - Joining the Pakistan Team

19:52 - Playing with Legends & Imran Khan

24:45 - Reverse Swing and Bowling Techniques

29:48 - 1992 World Cup Memories

34:45 - Playing Under Imran Khan

41:30 - Lancashire and County Cricket Culture

46:00 - Managing Diabetes as an Athlete

52:00 - Community Questions

57:30 - India vs Pakistan thoughts

1:01:43 - Closing Thoughts & Farewell

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