It's loud, brash - and insanely popular. India's new cricket league has gripped the country and revolutionized the sport, with high profile international signings and a billion-dollar deal with Sony.
Lalit Modi
CNN’s Anjali Rao spends time with the Indian Premier League's controversial founder Lalit Modi as Talk Asia gains unprecedented access to his world. Follow Rao as Modi invites her into his home, his limo, on his private jet and onto the pitch.
Modi discusses some of the recent controversies in the cricketing world, his inspiration for the IPL and its impact in India and beyond. He also defends what critics call his "dumbing down" of traditional cricket and addresses allegations against him of drug trafficking.
Airtimes: Indian Standard Times
Saturday 24th May at 0500 & 2030
Sunday 25th May at 0600, 1200 & 1830
Talk Asia with Sachin Tendulkar
He's one of cricket's greatest batsman, with a devoted following of millions. Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar sits down with CNN's Anjali Rao in Mumbai and shares with her the thrill of playing cricket, his thoughts on the Indian Premier League and the importance of his family in keeping him grounded. Tendulkar also looks back on a glittering career, relives his favorite matches and reveals the players he has most enjoyed playing against.
Airtimes: Indian Standard Times
Saturday 31st May at 0500 & 2030
Sunday 1st June at 0600 & 1830
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