Author: Trisha Ghosal

Steve Simon, the chairman of the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), will officially step down from his role in December, drawing the curtain on a decade-long stint at the top of women’s professional tennis administration. Simon first joined the WTA in 2015 as Chief Executive Officer, a position he held until July 2024 when Portia Archer was appointed as his successor. While Archer now oversees the organisation’s operational strategy, Simon remained in the chairman’s role—until his decision to move on at the end of this season. A Decade of Growth and Challenges During his time with the WTA, Simon helped steer…

The silence after the roar. It’s a silence that echoes through the hallowed grounds of cricket, a silence that settles heavy in the hearts of those who lived and breathed the red-ball game. For years, that roar was synonymous with one man: Virat Kohli. I remember the void Sachin Tendulkar’s departure left. It felt like a part of my childhood had gone with him. Then, like a defiant sunrise, Kohli emerged. He didn’t try to fill that legendary void; he carved his own indelible space. The cover drives were breathtaking, yes, a painter’s stroke on the green canvas. But what…

Virat Kohli. The name itself conjures images of fierce determination, unwavering intensity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence that has defined an era of Indian cricket. With his recent announcement of retirement from Test cricket, a significant chapter in the sport’s history has drawn to a close. While his career is replete with monumental achievements and match-winning performances, five Test innings stand out as indelible marks of his genius, each a testament to his evolving mastery and unyielding spirit. Adelaide Oval, 2014: A Captain’s Courageous Century (141 vs Australia) The Adelaide Oval in December 2014 witnessed the emergence of Kohli…

By Trisha Ghosal Being a mother is a full-time job. It involves early mornings, late nights, relentless responsibility and emotional labour. Now add to that the demands of a professional tennis career with global travel, physical conditioning and intense competition. It is a path few dare to take, but for the mothers on the WTA Tour, it is a life they have chosen with love and determination. On this Mother’s Day, we honour the extraordinary women who have embraced motherhood without giving up on their dreams. Their stories are not just about comeback wins, but about redefining what it…

By Trisha Ghosal India will take on Sri Lanka in the final of the tri-nation series in Colombo tomorrow at 10 AM. India finished the group stage with 6 points, winning 3 of their 4 games, while Sri Lanka secured 4 points with 2 wins in 4 games. India’s Uneven Ride to the Final India entered the series high on confidence after dominant ODI series wins against West Indies and Ireland at home. With ODI cricket widely regarded as India’s strongest format, they were clear pre-tournament favourites. However, that dominant Indian team hasn’t consistently turned up in Sri Lanka, an…

By Trisha Ghosal Naomi Osaka’s comeback journey found its first golden chapter on Sunday as the former World No. 1 clinched the title at the WTA 125 event in Saint-Malo, France. It was her first trophy in four years and her first since becoming a mother in July 2023—a deeply symbolic step forward for a player rebuilding both her game and her mindset. Osaka, who entered the clay-court tournament as a wildcard, defeated Slovenia’s Kaja Juvan 6-1, 7-5 in the final, showcasing a blend of power, poise and maturity. Though Saint-Malo may not be one of the premier WTA events,…

Royal Challengers Bengaluru made it two wins in two at home. This was their fourth consecutive victory in IPL 2025 following a loss to PBKS. Asked to bat first, RCB posted 213/5 in 20 overs. Chasing the total, CSK played superbly but were restricted to 211/5 in their 20 overs. Bethell dazzles Jacob Bethell, who came into the RCB side as a replacement for Phil Salt (who is unwell), started off in a flash, hitting Khaleel Ahmed for three fours in the first over. He made full use of the powerplay and the erring bowlers to bring up his maiden…

By Trisha Ghosal The Madrid Open women’s final promises a blockbuster showdown, as Coco Gauff, the rising American star, faces off against two-time champion Aryna Sabalenka. The players have stormed into the title match through contrasting routes but with equal determination. For Sabalenka, this is familiar territory. For Gauff, it’s her moment to shine on Madrid’s red clay for the first time. Their head-to-head is close, their form intense, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Sabalenka’s Madrid Legacy Sabalenka is no stranger to the Caja Mágica. This is her fourth final in five years, and she’s already won two titles…

Casper Ruud is through to his first Mutua Madrid Open final. And he’s done it in style. In a tense semi-final on Friday, the Norwegian outlasted Francisco Cerúndolo 6-4, 7-5, showcasing both grit and poise. It marked Ruud’s third Masters 1000 final, but more significantly, it was his first in the Spanish capital. Ruud didn’t just overcome an opponent. He battled a sore rib, a hostile crowd, and Cerúndolo’s fearless hitting. At 5-5 in the second set, Cerúndolo had triple break point at 0-40. Many would have cracked under that pressure. Ruud didn’t. He saved all 15 break points he…

When Jack Draper walked into Madrid, few expected the British left-hander to sweep through the draw on clay without dropping a set. Yet, here he is, in the semifinals of a Masters 1000, having dismantled the likes of Tommy Paul, Matteo Berrettini, and now Matteo Arnaldi with a mix of raw power and precision. Next up: Lorenzo Musetti — a natural on clay, finally finding form and rhythm to match his long-praised potential. Saturday’s semifinal pits two emerging forces in men’s tennis — Draper’s explosive baseline dominance against Musetti’s flair, angles, and footwork. With a spot in the Madrid Open…