Author: Rohan Chowdhury

Rohan Chowdhury, England England’s mixed disability team produced a commanding performance to defeat India by 73 runs in the fourth T20I of the Vitality IT20 Mixed Disability Series at Worcestershire County Cricket Club on Friday, taking a 3-1 lead in the seven-match series. After electing to bat, England posted a strong total of 172/4, led by opener J Price’s fluent 81 off 60 balls, which included 10 boundaries and a six. He was well supported by quickfire contributions from Liam O’Brien (38 off 23 balls) and A Brown (24 off 17 balls). Indian pacer Vivek Kumar impressed with figures of…

While the crowd at Headingley erupted in applause for Yashasvi Jaiswal’s sublime century during the first Test between India and England, one young fan stood out—not for the volume of his cheers, but for the depth of his connection with the game. Amidst thousands of spectators, 12-year-old Ravi Chahal was seen soaking in every moment of Jaiswal’s innings—not with his eyes, but with the eyes of his heart. Blind since birth, Ravi Chahal is a remarkable young boy with an extraordinary love for cricket. A British-born child of Indian origin, Ravi was born in England to Preit Chahal, who moved…

India’s Mixed Disability team etched their name in history with a thrilling two-wicket victory over England in the third T20I of the landmark Vitality Mixed Disability series at Lord’s on Wednesday. The nail-biting finish came on a momentous date—June 25—which marked 42 years since India’s 1983 World Cup triumph at the same venue under Kapil Dev’s captaincy. “This win is our tribute to the 1983 World Cup-winning team led by Kapil Dev sir,” said Ravi Chauhan, General Secretary of the Differently-Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), as the team celebrated its maiden win of the series. The match also paid…

Rohan Chowdhury, England On a date etched in Indian cricketing folklore, when Kapil Dev’s underdogs lifted the 1983 World Cup at Lord’s, history is set to be made again — this time of a different kind. India’s mixed disability cricket team will step onto the hallowed turf of Lord’s for the first time today to take on England in the third match of the ongoing Vitality IT20 Mixed Disability Series. The occasion carries emotional and symbolic weight. For the players and the sport itself, it is more than just a cricket match — it’s a statement of inclusion and progress…

Rohan Chowdhury in Leeds While the Headingley Cricket Ground, which is also the home venue for the Yorkshire County Cricket Club (YCCC), had just hosted the high-voltage Test match between India and England, but tucked away behind the main scoreboard is a quieter yet deeply significant presence—the Yorkshire County Cricket Supporters’ Association (YCCSA). Founded in 1981 by a group of dedicated Yorkshire fans, the YCCSA has spent over four decades supporting the Yorkshire County Cricket Club (YCCC) through fan engagement, fundraising, and community-building efforts. Since its inception, the YCCSA has donated nearly £100,000 to the club. Their contributions have included…

The Indian Mixed Disability cricket team faced its second consecutive defeat in the ongoing Vitality IT20 series, going down to England by 60 runs at Wormsley Cricket Club on Monday. The result mirrored the opening game, which India had lost by the same margin. Opting to bat, the England team posted a formidable 182 for 2 in their allotted 20 overs. Once again, it was exactly the same they had made in the series opener. In response, India could only manage 122 for 9 from their 20 overs, with Narendra Mangore top-scoring with a brisk 36 off 22 balls. 🚨Straight…

Rohan Chowdhury in Leeds From the IPL to the Premier League and the Championship, fans of every sport gathered for one reason at the Headingley Cricket Ground in Leeds: to enjoy a good game of cricket. The first Test match in the five-match series between England and India is underway, and after Day 3, the match stands in a fifty-fifty situation, with a rain scare looming in the prediction. Yet, beyond the cricketing action, it’s the spectators who have brought the ground alive. Despite its relatively modest capacity of around 20,000, Headingley has seen nearly full stands on each of…

Rohan Chowdhury in Leeds After a dominant start on Day 1 at Headingley, India’s batting order stumbled early on Day 2, folding for 471 in the first innings. England, in response, reached 209 for the loss of three wickets by stumps, still trailing by 262 runs. India’s sudden collapse coincided with a shift in weather. A brief passing shower halted play, and the sky turned overcast. The heavier air seemed to awaken the English bowling attack, who exploited the conditions brilliantly. It was evident that had the weather held, India’s pacers could have wreaked similar havoc — and Jasprit Bumrah,…

Rohan Chowdhury in Leeds Team India produced a dominant batting display on Day 1 of the first Test against England at Headingley, finishing the day on a commanding 359 for 3. Captain Shubman Gill remained unbeaten on 127, alongside Rishabh Pant, his deputy, who is on 65*. Their unbroken partnership has added 138 runs so far, putting India firmly in control. It was a bold decision from England skipper Ben Stokes to opt to bowl first after winning the toss. While there were murmurs that the surface was more suited to batting first and building scoreboard pressure, England backed their…

The Indian Mixed Disability cricket team is all set to embark on a groundbreaking journey as they start the first-ever Mixed Disability T20 Series against England on Saturday, June 21. The side, coached by former Rajasthan Ranji captain Rohit Jhalani, enter the series on a high, having convincingly won both their warm-up matches against the England Mixed Disability Lions in Budleigh and Salterton. The official campaign begins at 6:30 PM GMT in Taunton, with high hopes riding on the Indian side following their strong pre-series performances. In a heartwarming and symbolic gesture, the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI)…