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  Sharmistha Gooptu in Manchester This morning as I watch the team warm up at Old…

The Pant persona – it’s not only about the injury, it’s his indomitable spirit

Sharmistha Gooptu in Manchester When Rishabh Pant sustained a bad foot injury on Wednesday, which now…

Not letting heartbreak weigh in – Team India on a cold Manchester morning

Sharmistha Gooptu in Manchester  The warm-up was ongoing inside the ground when I entered the media…

India practice vibes: Match day-minus-two at Emirates Old Trafford – the birdie lands

Sharmistha Gooptu in Manchester The first thing that struck me was how closed the stadium looked…

The Night I slept Dreaming of Victory – Inside Hotel Football

Sharmistha Gooptu in Manchester If you’re in Manchester, you’re inside the football! RevSportz team members who…

The heart is where Team India is!

Sharmistha Gooptu in London The day before yesterday, I had been practically the sole Indian reporter…

Rainy day at Lord’s — watching the pitch, cups of hot chocolate and watching football on the giant screen

Sharmistha Gooptu at Lord’s I woke up to a deluging and wet morning here in London,…

India women cricketers – the media’s step children

Yesterday, covering the India women’s match day minus one practice and press conference was a revelation;…

World IVF Day – Athletes and their choice and timing in making the parenthood decision

Sharmistha Gooptu Some days from now, on July 25th, World IVF Day will be celebrated. A…

To be Gautam Gambhir on Day 5 at Lord’s – the morning diary

Sharmistha Gooptu in London It was almost 10 this morning at Lord’s. Unlike other days, the…