Inside Edge to Selection Day: Top 5 cricket series to amp up your IPL 2023 Final anticipation

Inside Edge

You can see the brutal truth that lies beneath the surface of the glossy cricket world in Inside Edge on Prime Video. 

This fictitious series, which centres on the Mumbai Mavericks, a T20 cricket team, exposes the intertwined worlds of money, power, and politics in sports through an engrossing plot.

It puts you on the edge of your seat and stars Vivek Oberoi, Richa Chadda, Tanuj Virwani, and a great ensemble cast that sees each episode have a distinctive flavour.

Inside Edge is a good option if you're looking for drama, suspense, and a peek into the dark side of cricket.

Cover Drive

You must listen to the audio series Cover Drive, which takes you on an emotional tour of the cricket world. 

Sooraj is a 13-year-old cricket enthusiast with a burning desire to play for the Indian cricket team. But he faces several obstacles on his journey. 

Sooraj's resolve is put to the test because he was orphaned at an early age and lived in challenging conditions. How would he overcome these challenges to pursue his cricketing goals with his mother dead and his father imprisoned? 

Discover Sooraj's highs and lows, his passion for the game, and the resiliency that keeps him going. Watch and listen to the uplifting tale of hope, bravery, and the pursuit of one's aspirations in the face of hardship in Cover Drive on Pocket FM.

Selection Day

The emotional tale of dreams, family, and the game of cricket in Selection Day on Netflix earns a perfect score. 

It centres on a driven father who encourages his two boys to succeed in the sport. One kid follows his passion, while the other chooses a different path. Mohammad Samad, Yash Dholye, and Rajesh Tailang appear in this riveting web series that masterfully conveys the intricacies of ambition and the costs associated with achievement. 

Udayan Prasad and Karan Boolani's direction achieves the ideal harmony between heartfelt moments and exhilarating cricket sequences. 

Whether you love cricket or just like a good story, Selection Day will make you root for the athletes on and off the pitch.

Roar of the Lion Dhoni

Roar of the Lion Dhoni on Disney+Hotstar follows the inspirational journey of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as they make their return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2018 following a two-year absence. 

The series, hosted by the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni, offers an up-close and unvarnished insight into his life and the difficulties he encountered during the most trying time of his career. As they work towards atonement, see the group's tenacity and the tenacity of their leader. 

This series provides an exceptional look inside the psyche of a cricketing legend thanks to Dhoni's sincere revelations. So watch the series to remember Thala's charm and to honour his leadership. 

Sixer

A cricket series with a lot of punch is called Sixer. Watch as a diverse group of athletes teams together to win a regional event. 

This online series offers excitement in every episode, from eccentric characters to dramatic matches. It's an emotional rollercoaster with riveting performances by Shivankit Singh Parihar, Badri Chavan, Rahul Tewari, Karishma Singh, Vaibhav Shukla, and Brij Bhushan Shukla. 

Fans will find themself supporting them as they deal with team chemistry and personal obstacles. 

For fans of cricket and endearing companionship, Sixer on Amazon miniTV, directed by Chaitanya Khumbakonum, is a must-watch. Prepare yourself for a thrilling voyage both on and off the pitch!