Author: Gargi Raut

Delhi Capitals Players Retained ● Axar Patel – ₹16.5 crore ● Kuldeep Yadav – ₹13.25 crore ● Tristan Stubbs – ₹10 crore ● Abhishek Porel – ₹4 crore What Retained Players Bring to the Table The retention list of Delhi Capitals reflect a promising blend of youth and experience. All-rounder Axar Patel brings unmatched versatility, he is single-handedly capable of anchoring both the spin department and the middle-order with his consistency and experience. Another spin star, Kuldeep Yadav offers a cutting edge to the DC bowling lineup, his wrist-spin makes him a valuable asset to the team…

The resurgence in form from Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur during India’s ODI series against New Zealand has ignited newfound optimism in fans about the team’s prospects ahead of the 2025 ODI World Cup. Both the skipper and her deputy had consistent contributions in the 2-1 series victory, signalling a promising shift for India as they continue to refine their form and strategy following a disappointing run in the 2024 T20 World Cup. Mandhana’s Timely Return to Form Smriti Mandhana, India’s vice-captain and one of the most talented batters in the women’s game, did not start off the series…

Ever since Harmanpreet Kaur took over the seat of authority of Indian women’s cricket, she has showcased her aggressive style, and built a reputation of being a combative leader. Yet, in the light of recent failures and setbacks, as well as a disappointing T20 World Cup campaign, including bizarre tactical decisions, questions are being raised about whether she should continue as the leader of the pack ahead of an ODI World Cup year. With the ODI format in the spotlight, is it time for a leadership change? India’s ODI Performance Under Harmanpreet (Last Two Years) In the last two…

In a turn of events, yesterday, New Zealand achieved what only a handful of teams have managed in over a decade; clinching a Test series win in India. The second test of the series between India and New Zealand saw the Kiwis emerger victorious by a decisive 113-run margin. Whitewashing the series, New Zealand have now shaken India’s journey to a berth in the World Test Championship Final, making India’s path significantly challenging. A Challenging Road to WTC Final With consecutive defeats the road to WTC finals has become rockier for India. India must secure four victories in the…

Oscar Piastri’s journey to McLaren came after a contentious, yet hilarious-in-hindsight-exit from Alpine. The Australian made headlines by publicly dismissing his promotion in the French team before joining McLaren. However, in his very first season in Formula 1, the rookie has proven that his skills are not to be overlooked. Now, in his second year in F1, heading into the Mexican Grand Prix, Piastri is once again addressing rumours linking him to RedBull. Earlier in the week, RedBull’s senior advisor, Helmut Marko, who is notorious for dropping bombshells to the media, hinted that Mark Webber, Piastri’s manager and former RB…

The Indian hockey icon Rani Rampal has hung her boots. In a heartfelt tribute, a closed-door farewell dinner was held, marking the end of a legendary career that spanned almost 14 years. Attended by her family, coaches, Hockey India officials and some of India’s most celebrated athletes, the farewell dinner was a proof of how far Rani has come from humble beginnings to international stardom. The evening opened with a video of Rani recounting her journey, sacrifices, milestones and achievements. The video was also shared on her social media platforms. Rani, who was born in poverty-stricken surroundings, only dreamt of…

Hockey action returned to the national capital at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium after a decade long break. The much-anticipated India versus Germany bilateral series kicked off on Wednesday. However, the series didn’t start on a bright note for the home side. India lost to the reigning World Champions and Paris Olympics silver medalist, 2-0. Despite several penalty corner opportunities and a penalty stroke, India couldn’t find the back of the net. Not many fans showed up for the clash. The low attendance can be explained by the fact that the game was played on a weekday and in…

Naturally, when you imagine a conversation with a two-time Olympic gold medallist, it’s easy to expect talk about the medals, the celebrations and the exhilaration that comes with winning. But with Valarie Allman, you’re more likely to get a perspective into embracing failure and the importance of learning from those moments. A journey that started with something as simple as a high school spaghetti dinner is one worth knowing. When asked about the importance of her journey, the obstacles and challenges, Allman replied with an air of wisdom: “The best thing you can do is embrace failure or hardship,…

Only a select few on this planet know the agony of coming within striking distance of an Olympics medal twice, only to watch it slip away again. One such person is Chirag Shetty, one half of India’s most celebrated badminton duo. The superstar pair were just steps away from Olympic glory in Paris when the dream came crashing down at the quarterfinals against Malaysia’s Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik. Chirag, an otherwise showman on the court, seemed to carry a new air of composure that hadn’t been seen before. Whether it came from the grief of losing an Olympic…

Akhil Sheoran’s journey from Olympic heartbreak to standing on the podium at the ISSF World Cup 2024 has been nothing short of remarkable. Securing the bronze in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions event, Sheoran candidly reflected on his comeback, revealing the mental and emotional shift that helped him reframe his career. “What’s gone is gone” When asked about the journey from his Olympic disappointment to his latest success, Sheoran spoke with clarity. Sheoran had made the Olympic quota but failed to qualify for the finals at the Olympics. “There’s not much to talk about; I’ve had enough time to…