Shashank’s knock further evidence of IPL now having an Indian core

At 153-6, few gave Punjab Kings a chance, with two overs from Mohit Sharma still left.…

“Always believed I’m a big-tournament player” – HS Prannoy

After a stellar year in 2023, when he established himself in the top 10 of badminton’s…

Mayank Yadav the X-factor that Lucknow hoped he could be  

It was in late January that I got a call from Sanjeev Goenka, who sounded excited.…

Yash Dayal’s strength of will key to return from five-sixes abyss

Yash Dayal is a case study. Of resilience and determination. To make it back after what…

Abhinav Bindra’s grace under pressure the biggest lesson for India’s shooters

There was a tweet yesterday morning from the NRAI X handle which showed the great Abhinav…

Is Mitchell Starc floundering because of record IPL price tag?

Two matches, and 100 runs conceded in just 8 overs. Having been sold to Kolkata Knight…

Lakshya’s game has always been exciting to watch: Vimal Kumar

As a player, Vimal Kumar’s career was overshadowed by the brilliance of Prakash Padukone and Syed…

How India is in thrall to two leagues – the IPL, and fantasy cricket

Two parallel leagues are on at the moment in the country. One is the Indian Premier…

“I did not even know Sindhu well”: Prakash Padukone on the quest for an Olympic three-peat

Prakash Padukone hardly ever speaks to the media. He prefers to work backstage and is happy…

Hyderabad six-fest reduced the IPL and cricket to a charade

I have always watched cricket, and loved doing so because it is a contest. A contest…