Lalit Modi Exclusive: The IPL, “Test Cricket is Dying” & The Hundred Will Fail!
About this episode
Michael Vaughan interviews IPL founder Lalit Modi about the future of cricket, including the rise of the IPL, the decline of Test cricket, and predictions for The Hundred.
In this Overlap Cricket Exclusive , Michael Vaughan sits down with IPL founder Lalit Modi for a fascinating and explosive conversation about the future of cricket. Modi shares his vision for the global game, from the rise of the IPL as a $20 billion powerhouse to bold claims that “Test cricket is dying” and The Hundred “will completely die in three years.” He also gives a rare insight into the business of cricket, revealing how player salaries are set to skyrocket, predicting that Jacob Bethell could earn $16 million a year , and explaining why leagues like MLC are a “complete disaster.” The discussion also covers the biggest topics in world cricket, including the future of India vs Pakistan , the politics of the game, and why Modi believes cricket must evolve to survive. There are brilliant stories along the way too, including how Chris Gayle’s IPL career was revived , and why young stars like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi “need protecting” as they rise to the top. This is a candid, unfiltered conversation packed with huge opinions, bold predictions and behind-the-scenes insight from one of the most influential figures in cricket history. 0:00 — Intro: Arriving at Lalit Modi's Home 5:33…
People in this episode
Host: Michael Vaughan
Guest: Lalit Modi
Topics covered
- future of cricket
- IPL
- Test cricket
- The Hundred
- cricket business
- India vs Pakistan
- young cricket stars
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: IPL, MLC, Manchester United
Places: India, Pakistan
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