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Sports Yaari

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A high-cadence Indian sports media channel delivering daily news, reactive analysis, and passionate opinions primarily focused on the Indian national cricket team.

The brief

This is a multi-format YouTube channel acting as a central hub for Indian cricket enthusiasts. It blends straight news reporting in segments like the 'Morning Update' with deep-dive analysis of specific controversies and short, often sarcastic, opinion-driven clips reacting to recent matches. The content is almost entirely focused on the performance of the Indian national team and its players, with a highly reactive and rapid publishing schedule.

The sheer volume and speed of its content sets Sports Yaari apart; it often uploads multiple videos per day reacting to developing news. This is combined with a mix of formats, from journalistic breakdowns to raw, emotional, and sometimes sarcastic commentary, which creates a direct, fan-like connection.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Sports Yaari is a digital sports media startup founded by journalist Sushant Mehta, who previously worked with major outlets like CNN-IBN and India Today. The channel, which launched in 2021, provides daily coverage of Indian and international cricket, including match analysis, player interviews, and news updates. It is delivered by a team of presenters who aim for a colloquial, passionate, and emotional tone, framing themselves as speaking the language of the fans.

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Credentials & credits

  • Founder & CEO, Sports Yaari Network
  • Former Entertainment Editor, India Today
  • Former Journalist, CNN-IBN (now CNN News18)
  • Covered London Olympics 2012 & Cricket World Cup 2015
  • Over 15 years of experience as a journalist and anchor

Other ventures

  • Beast Studios (Parent Company)
  • Cinema Beast (Sister YouTube channel)
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

Country
India
Region
india
§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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  1. 01
    🔴MORNING UPDATE: SAMSON OUT, SOORYAVANSHI IN?...

    Demonstrates the 'Morning Update' format, covering multiple news stories from match results and player quotes to speculation about team changes.

  2. 02
    BIG BLAME ON SHREYAS IYER : “NOT HAPPY WITH IYER’s CAPTAINCY”...

    A typical example of their analytical style, where a host breaks down a specific controversy using quotes from a prominent ex-cricketer.

  3. 03
    GAUTAM GAMBHIR: ACHIEVEMENT KING 😂

    Showcases the channel's short-form, highly opinionated, and sarcastic content style used for quick, pointed commentary.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

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How Sports Yaari interviews

The channel uses a multi-host format, with presenters like Priyanshu Navani leading segments. Episodes range from solo presenters breaking down news with on-screen graphics to comprehensive morning roundups. The tone varies from reportage to highly opinionated critique, all produced with branded intros, disclaimers, and a consistent visual identity.

Questions Sports Yaari keeps coming back to

  • Who is the biggest culprit for the team's recent loss?
  • Was the captaincy up to the mark in the last game?
  • Will a specific young player get a chance in the next match?
  • What is the role of a particular all-rounder in the team?
  • Why did a bowler with poor figures bowl their full set of overs?

Signature segments

  • · Morning Update with Yaari
  • · Sarcastic short-form video critiques
  • · Host sign-off: 'Jai Hind, Jai Bharat.'
  • · Use of on-screen graphics to display quotes

Topics covered repeatedly

Indian cricket team performancePlayer selection debatesCaptaincy analysisPost-match breakdownsCricket news updatesPlayer controversies and viral statementsIndian Premier League (IPL)Team management and coaching changesCommentary from former playersFan reactions and 'Superchats'
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

The show does not typically feature live interview guests in the provided evidence. Instead, it heavily quotes cricketers, coaches, and commentators from press conferences, social media, and other media appearances, using their statements as a basis for analysis and discussion.

Recent guests
  • Virender Sehwag
    on BIG BLAME ON SHREYAS IYER : “NOT HAPPY WITH IYER’s CAPTAINCY” - VIRAL STATEMENT! #indiancricket
  • Sanjay Manjrekar
    on 🔴MORNING UPDATE: SAMSON OUT, SOORYAVANSHI IN? GAMBHIR-IYER BIG MEETING AFTER LOSS! #indvsire
  • Michael Vaughan
    on 🔴MORNING UPDATE: SAMSON OUT, SOORYAVANSHI IN? GAMBHIR-IYER BIG MEETING AFTER LOSS! #indvsire
§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
1.6M
1,640,000
Avg views / video
19.3K
Trailing window
Total views
2.6B
2,595,784,160
Videos published
39,315
Sponsor readEstimated

The channel features direct sponsorships from major brands like Apollo Tyres. Given its large, dedicated following in the Indian market, it is an attractive platform for brands targeting a young, male, sports-focused demographic. The channel also promotes its own brand through merchandise and special live streams.

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§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

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Who is the founder of Sports Yaari?
Sports Yaari was founded by Sushant Mehta, a journalist with over 15 years of experience at outlets like CNN-IBN and India Today.
What is the format of the show?
It's a multi-format YouTube channel featuring daily news roundups ('Morning Update'), deep-dive analysis of specific events, and short, opinionated video clips.
Is Sports Yaari still active?
Yes, the channel is highly active, publishing multiple videos on a daily basis.
What sports does the channel cover?
The primary focus is cricket, especially the Indian national team. It also covers other sports like football, particularly during major tournaments like the FIFA World Cup.
Where can I watch Sports Yaari?
Sports Yaari is available on its official YouTube channel.
How can I contact Sports Yaari for business?
For business inquiries, the channel provides the email address [email — gated] in its YouTube description.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
Research depthResearchedHigh confidence · Jun 29, 2026 · gemini-2.5-pro

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§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

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  1. [01]Sushant Mehta, Founder and CEO, Sports Yaari Network | Winner | 8th BW Disrupt 40 under 40youtube.com
  2. [02]Sushant Mehta on building ‪@SportsYaari‬...youtube.com
  3. [03]Sports Yaari Reaches New Milestone on YouTube in Just Five Yearsthewire.in
  4. [04]Sports Yaari Official YouTube Channelyoutube.com
  5. [05]Sushant Mehta Age, Wife, Family & Biographyhamariweb.com
  6. [06]Sports Yaari by Sushant Mehta crosses 100K subscribers in less than 2 weekstheweek.in
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