Author: Debasis Sen

Debasis Sen in West Indies Star Indian batting duo Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were the cynosure of all eyes during India’s optional practice session ahead of their Super Eights game against Bangladesh at Sir Viv Richards Stadium here in North Sound, Antigua, on Saturday. Much to the surprise of the Indian media contingent, those who have travelled to Antigua for the game, both Kohli and Rohit turned up for the optional practice session, along with Ravindra Jadeja. All three of them have underperformed so far with the bat at the ongoing T20 World Cup. Kohli and Jadeja walked in…

Debasis Sen in Barbados It was a very special moment towards the end of the Indian cricket team’s practice session at the Kensington Oval on Tuesday. Wesley Hall, regarded as one of the greatest West Indies fast bowlers, met star Indian batter Virat Kohli and gifted his autobiography “Answering the Call -The extraordinary Life of Sir Wesley Hall”. The legendary West Indian cricketer did not stop calling Virat the greatest batter in modern era. The 86-year-old was at the Kensington Oval with his daughter to watch Kohli bat at nets. Unfortunately, Virat had finished batting by then. Wes Hall needs…

Ishaan Shahane and Debasis Sen in Barbados India will face Afghanistan on June 20 in the ICC T20 World Cup and the Indian fans are hoping that the Men In Blue will maintain the winning momentum. The first practice session before the Super 8 fixture took place at the Kensington Oval, with all players participating. There were many talking points from the practice, with a key focus on Virat Kohli. Kohli was seen batting for an hour-long session, showing strong intent and determination to perform. Although he hasn’t had the best start to the World Cup, Kohli is hopeful to…

The Indian cricket team has been encountering a series of logistical challenges, mostly revolving around their training facilities. The hotel Rohit and his boys are staying in at Long Island does not have a proper gymnasium. According to sources in the knowhow of the Indian team, the players have taken membership at the local LA Fitness Centre, situated 7-8 minutes’ drive from the Garden City hotel. Team India bowling coach Paras Mhambrey, when asked about the inadequate facility at the hotel, diplomatically emphasised on the importance of adaptation. He stressed the need for teams to focus on optimising the circumstances,…

No matter where in the world it’s played, India-Pakistan cricket matches offer a spectacle unlike any other. From fans sitting side by side in the stands, to the drumbeats and songs of South Asia, it’s as much a cultural event as it is a sporting contest. And when they’re not engaged in friendly banter, fans on both sides can also tickle their taste buds, with food stalls offering delicacies from the length and breadth of the subcontinent. RevSportz’ Debasis Sen was at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, and these are his snapshots from an unforgettable afternoon, when…

Debasis Sen and Ishaan Shahane in New York The ICC T20 World Cup has commenced in New York, and as anticipated, stringent security measures have been implemented to ensure the smooth running of the tournament. Around the Nassau County International Stadium, police officials are stationed throughout the vicinity to ensure only individuals with proper accreditation are allowed near the stadium. Additionally, regular patrolling by police vehicles is conducted to monitor and secure the area. In the match between Sri Lanka and South Africa, fans were frisked and frequent security checks at three junctures right from the entry point to the…

By Debasis Sen and Ishan Shahane in New York The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 got off to a flying start on Sunday with hosts West Indies taking on Papua New Guinea at the Providence stadium in Guyana. But a few thousand kilometres away from New York, there is hardly any interest being generated among the local Americans. For the Yanks, baseball, NBA – their high profile basketball — and MLS (Major League Soccer) are still the most popular sport. As our flight landed at the John F Kennedy airport on Sunday morning, there was hardly any commercial branding…

The Indian cricket team led by Rohit Sharma will take on Bangladesh in their only warm up game of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 on Saturday at the Nassau County International Cricket stadium, on the outskirts of New York. It will be the first opportunity for the Indian players to play at the make-shift stadium at Eisenhower Park in Long Island. The Indian players since reaching New York have been training at the Cantiague Park which is about 7 kilometers from the main stadium. Star Indian batter Virat Kohli had joined the Indian squad on Friday. As expected, Kohli…

Mukesh Kumar, the India and Delhi Capitals pace bowler, has backed Rohit Sharma’s recent comments on X (formerly Twitter) about players’ privacy. The Indian captain lashed out at the host broadcaster for telecasting his conversations despite him requesting them not to. Mukesh was one of the standout performers for Delhi in the IPL this season. The fast bowler from Bengal picked 17 wickets from 10 games and was quite impressive. He will be in action in the upcoming Bengal Pro T20 League organized by CAB. In a freewheeling chat with RevSportz, Mukesh shared his views on his IPL performance, Rishabh…

The Indian Football Association (IFA) and Shrachi Sports on Saturday announced a three-year partnership with a vision to transform the football landscape in Bengal. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in the region’s football journey, merging the prowess and resources of Shrachi Sports with the esteemed legacy of the Indian Football Association. The deal will see Shrachi Sports handling the commercial aspects of the IFA – looking after the sponsorship, telecast partners and other matters. Shrachi’s strategic alliance with the IFA also aims at promoting Kolkata League, IFA Shield and Kolkata Futsal. According to Mr. Rahul Todi, Managing Director,…