This story is about Palwankar Baloo, a man who overcame poverty and discrimination to become India's first cricketing hero. It was during a time when the caste system ruled over Indian society. As an "untouchable" Dalit, he wasn’t allowed to sit with his teammates at the table or even share the same dressing room. But within the 22 yards, his cricketing prowess had no match. A talent so exceptional that broke the shackles of the archaic caste system and etched his mark in the game of Cricket.

From the origins of the game to the stories of the great cricketing icons, Beyond The Wicket will cover it all. In each episode, Deepanjan Paul will take you on a journey through the history of India, told through the lens of cricket. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride!

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