Author: Debasis Sen

Kolkata football giants East Bengal are set to be declared the champions of Calcutta Football League after seven years following Diamond Harbour FC’s (DHFC) decision to not show up for the deciding match at the Kishore Bharati Stadium on Thursday. It was not a good advertisement for the state league despite the best efforts by the Indian Football Association (IFA), the parent body, to persuade DHFC to play the match on February 13. Diamond Harbour FC wanted the CFL decider against East Bengal to be postponed as they were supposed to play a RFDL and I-League second division game with a…

Rohit Sharma bounced back to form with a scintillating hundred (90-ball 119) in the second ODI against England, at Cuttack, on Sunday. It was his 32nd ODI hundred and his first since his 131 against Afghanistan, at the 2023 World Cup. However, the star player’s recent form in the longest version has been debated. Former India captain and ex-selection committee chairman Dilip Vengsarkar, however, is confident that Rohit’s lean patch in Tests will not affect his batting in the 50 overs format. Revsportz caught up with Vengsarkar during his recent hectic trip to the city. Here are the excerpts: Rohit…

On a day when the newly renovated Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore was inaugurated by the Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the installation of giant screens at the National stadium in Karachi drew some flak from the International Cricket Council. The ICC has raised concerns with the PCB regarding the placement of two large screens, which can obstruct the clear view for several fans. The governing body of world cricket is believed to have reprimanded the PCB for not properly considering seating arrangements when installing the screens, leading to dissatisfaction among ticket holders. Incidentally, multiple deadlines were missed by the authorities…

Mohammedan Sporting’s plight in their maiden Indian Super League season has been underwhelming. The century-old Kolkata outfit are languishing at the bottom of the table with just 11 points from 18 games. The club management is not on the same page with the investors. Adding to the woes, the players and coaching staff are not being paid salaries over the last two months. leading to the Russian coach Andrey Chernyshov resigning from his post. Mehrajuddin Wadoo, who has been entrusted with the responsibilities of coaching the side in the absence of Chernyshov, did not have a good start as his…

Just two days before the crucial match against Mohun Bagan Super Giants on February 1, Mohammedan Sporting Club suffered a major setback, when coach Andrey Chernyshov resigned from his position with immediate effect. The Russian decided to part ways with the club due to unpaid wages for the past three months. Chernyshov, who guided the century-old club to its first-ever I-League title last season, shared the news on social media. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Chernyshov held the management responsible for this. “My dear friends, fans of the club. Today is a very sad day for me,” he wrote. “I…

Mohun Bagan secured a 1-0 victory over arch-rivals East Bengal, completing the double over them in the ongoing ISL season. Jamie McLaren’s strike in the opening minutes of the first half was the difference between the two sides. The win saw the Mariners extend their lead to eight points in the league table over the second-placed Bengaluru FC. In a candid chat with RevSportz, former East Bengal captain, Alvito D’Cunha, shared his views on the derby. Here are the excerpts: Was it surprising to watch the derby being played in front of a sparse crowd in Guwahati? Alvito: I feel…

-Debasis Sen in Melbourne The festive spirit was in full swing at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), on Christmas Day, as the Australian cricketers spent some time with their families ahead of the Boxing Day Test. The iconic venue, known for hosting some of the most memorable moments in the history of cricket, became a heartwarming backdrop. It was a day filled with laughter, joy, and camaraderie among the players and their loved ones. Mitchell Marsh, accompanied by his wife Greta and their newborn daughter, Olive, shared a touching moment as they strolled together on the pitch. Marsh was not…

Debasis Sen in Melbourne Rohit Sharma is going through a poor run of form in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. The Indian captain has managed scores of 10, 3 and 6 runs in the series so far. Rohit had to miss the first Test match in Perth because of the birth of his second child. He decided to come down the order following KL Rahul’s impressive show with the bat in the opening game. The change, though, has not been fruitful as the Australian fast bowlers got the better of him in all the three innings. On being asked where…

Debasis Sen in Melbourne Melbourne is undoubtedly one of the most exciting destinations to visit during the holiday season, especially for cricket fans, as it hosts the much-anticipated Boxing Day Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The atmosphere will be electrifying this Thursday, with more than 90,000 spectators expected to fill the G for the first day’s play, creating a sea of excitement and anticipation. For me, this will be my third time attending the Boxing Day Test, with my first experience being during the 2011-12 India tour Down Under. Each time, the hype surrounding the event continues…

Debasis Sen in Brisbane Ravichandran Ashwin, India’s legendary off-spinner, announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, after the third Test between Australia and India ended in a draw at the Gabba. The decision to retire mid-way through the series came as a surprise for most of the travelling media. With Ashwin calling it a day, it also brought the curtains down on a glorious international career that spanned nearly a decade and a half. Now, the current team features only Virat Kohli, of those who were part of the 2011 World Cup-winning side. “It will be my last day…