Author: Rohan Chowdhury

Rohan Chowdhury, Lord’s Each brick at the Lord’s Cricket Ground has a story to tell. Established in 1814, this iconic venue in London’s St John’s Wood is more than just a stadium—it is the sacred Home of Cricket. From timeless battles to historic innings, Lord’s has witnessed generations of unforgettable moments that have shaped the soul of the sport. Tucked inside its hallowed premises lies the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) Museum, a living time machine that carries visitors across centuries. Inaugurated in 1953 by HRH, The Duke of Edinburgh, it is one of the oldest sporting museums in the world…

Rohan Chowdhury in Birmingham After a final-day defeat in the first Test at Headingley, India bounced back in dominant fashion at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground. The 336-run victory on Sunday marked a historic moment, as it was India’s first-ever Test win in Birmingham. Shubman Gill and his team set the tone heading into the next clash, which begins on Thursday, July 10, at the iconic Lord’s, with the series now level at 1-1. Talking about the fans and the mood at the stadium, Birmingham stepped up, filling the stands on all five days of the Test. It was expected that…

Rohan Chowdhury, Edgbaston, Birmingham Home to the Warwickshire County Cricket Club, the Edgbaston Cricket Ground—formed in 1882—has been a silent witness to countless remarkable cricketing encounters. With such a storied past, preserving its legacy and celebrating the memories it holds becomes not just important, but essential. To that end, the Warwickshire Cricket Museum was established in the 1970s, and over time it has grown into a quiet sanctuary of cricketing history. Its collection of memorabilia holds a value that transcends currency—priceless in sentiment, story, and spirit. Each unforgettable match played at this ground carries a different kind of weight—some…

Edgbaston, Birmingham When you visit the Warwickshire Cricket Museum at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground, it feels like a walk through a treasure trove. Rich in history, tales unknown to many are preserved over the years under one roof. Each item in the museum gives you a sense of heritage — worn out over time, some date back to 1882, when the club was formed. Some of them look older and yet, they shine bright with the pride of a storied past and cricketing royalty. From the portraits of Charles Burgess or C.B. Fry’s team to the oldest school championship trophy,…

Rohan Chowdhury, Edgbaston, Birmingham As you step inside the main entrance of Edgbaston Cricket Ground, the atmosphere is unmistakably steeped in history, blended with modernity. To your left, nestled in the corner of the reception area, stands a magnificent wall—Edgbaston’s own Hall of Fame—divided under two poignant headers: “Our Bears” and “Where History is Made.” On Thursday, July 3, a new chapter was added to that history. Indian Test captain Shubman Gill played the innings of a lifetime, scoring a breathtaking 269 against England, etching his name among the legends who have left an indelible mark at this iconic venue.…

Rohan Chowdhury, Edgbaston, Birmingham The second Test between England and India is underway at Birmingham’s Edgbaston Cricket Ground, and at stumps on Day 1, India find themselves at 310 for 5. Skipper Shubman Gill is batting on a fluent 114, with Ravindra Jadeja giving him company on 41*. But while the cricket has kept fans on the edge, it’s what’s happening off the field—inside the bustling merchandise store—that also tells a tale. Home to the Warwickshire County Cricket Club—fondly known as The Bears—Edgbaston wears the colours of India and England with pride this week. The crowd is skewed in favour…

Rohan Chowdhury, Birmingham Team India is set to begin their second Test against England at Edgbaston on Wednesday, July 2. As anticipation builds, we at RevSportz continue to observe and report from the ground, bringing stories with an objective view. Our earlier report on Shubman Gill’s net session from Tuesday had sparked differing views — some critical, others curious — but the goal was simple: Report what unfolded at the nets, without bias or embellishment. Gill, who spent extended time at the crease in Leeds, brought the same energy and focus to Edgbaston. On matchday minus one, at the optional…

Rohan Chowdhury, Birmingham After a last-day defeat by five wickets in the first Test at Headingley, the Indian cricket team is set to begin their second game at Edgbaston on Wednesday, July 2. On Monday, June 30, both teams had intense practice sessions at the ground—India had the morning session while England trained in the afternoon, a routine-matchday minus-two schedule for home and away teams. This report focuses primarily on Indian skipper Shubman Gill. After scoring a brilliant 147 in the first innings at Headingley, Gill was dismissed for just eight in the second innings, chopping a Brydon Carse delivery…

Rohan Chowdhury in London In a candid and wide-ranging conversation with RevSportz at his London mansion, Lalit Modi, the architect of the Indian Premier League (IPL), opened up about his long-standing, but ultimately unrealised, vision for Indian football. From the failures of the system to the structural impossibility of replicating the IPL model in the sport, Modi didn’t hold back in his assessment of why football hasn’t taken off in India the way cricket has. The question was asked, “You wanted something in Indian football along these lines at one point?” “Yes, I did,” he replied. Reflecting on his early…

Rohan Chowdhury, Oxford The streets feel like history, the breeze smells of books — Oxford isn’t just a city, it’s a time capsule. Step out of the Oxford railway station, take a few turns toward the city centre, and the place begins to speak. Not in words, but in atmosphere. Every corner has a story to tell. Who doesn’t know about the University of Oxford? A university that, over more than a thousand years, evolved in its own unique way. Now an amalgamation of 43 colleges, it stands as the oldest English-speaking university in the world, with records of teaching…