Author: Trisha Ghosal

Koneru Humpy delivered a clutch performance at the FIDE Women’s Grand Prix in Pune, finishing joint-top alongside Chinese prodigy Zhu Jiner with seven points apiece. The win propels Humpy to second place in the overall Grand Prix standings and keeps her in strong contention for a spot in the 2026 FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament — the event that will decide the challenger to Ju Wenjun’s world title in 2027. In a thrilling final round, Humpy triumphed over Bulgaria’s Nurgyul Salimova, while Zhu secured victory against Polina Shuvalova in a gripping 76-move encounter. Both players showcased clinical precision under pressure, making…

Books have always been the quietest, yet strongest force in my life. I don’t just read sports biographies — I read across genres, across emotions, across worlds. Fiction, memoirs, thrillers, essays — if there’s a story, I’ll follow it. As a bookworm and a woman working in sport, I’ve come to rely on books not only for escape, but for strength. They feed my creativity, challenge my thoughts, and help me keep going on the days I feel drained by the constant push to prove myself — to work harder, speak louder, and show up stronger. Among all the books…

The BCCI has unveiled the 2024–25 central contracts for the Indian men’s team, with a few notable shifts. Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja remain in the elite A+ bracket, even after Rohit and Kohli’s T20I retirements. Rishabh Pant has been promoted to Grade A, while Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan return in Grades B and C. Ravichandran Ashwin drops off the list post-retirement, and youngsters like Nitish Kumar Reddy, Dhruv Jurel, and Abhishek Sharma earn maiden contracts in Grade C. Rohit Sharma to lead in England Rohit Sharma has retired from T20Is and in the last…

Just three days after their last encounter, Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru face off again — this time in New Chandigarh. PBKS enter with momentum, having edged out RCB in a rain-hit game in Bengaluru. With five wins in seven games, they’ve built a solid campaign around powerful starts and a rejuvenated Yuzvendra Chahal. RCB, however, boast a perfect away record this season — wins in Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai have highlighted their ability to thrive under pressure on the road. But with New Chandigarh’s surface offering turn and variable bounce, the absence of a top-tier spinner might again…

There are few things in sport that compare to the energy of the Indian Premier League. And fewer still match the thrill of producing it live. As a producer, who has worked across both live broadcasts and non-live IPL content, I can tell you — the high of live television is unmatched. The countdown to the toss, the roar of the crowd through the comms, the anchor in your ear, the camera switching on cue — every moment is edge-of-your-seat theatre. It’s thrilling, terrifying, and addictively beautiful. Your heart races as you time transition between packages and promos, hoping the…

There’s never been any question about Sanju Samson’s talent. From the moment he burst onto the IPL stage, he has looked like a player destined for greatness—graceful strokeplay, effortless power, and calm leadership potential. But as the Rajasthan Royals captain gears up for another must-win clash tonight, the question isn’t about how good he can be. It’s about how often he actually is. Samson’s inconsistency has been a defining trait throughout his IPL career, and 2025 is shaping up to be no different. He started the season with a commanding 66 off 37 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad, showing intent and…

What was expected to be a routine chase for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) delivered one of its wildest twists. Punjab Kings, bowled out for just 111, turned the game on its head with a staggering comeback powered by spin, discipline, and nerves of steel. KKR, cruising at one point, fell to pieces in a collapse that will haunt them for seasons. Flying Start, Sudden Crash Punjab Kings came out swinging, with Prabhsimran Singh and southpaw Priyansh Arya showing no nerves in the first three overs. They capitalised on Vaibhav Arora’s medium pace, racing to 39 without loss in 3.1 overs.…

There are moments in cricket that transcend scores, statistics, and even victories. Tonight, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, we might witness one such moment—not just another match in IPL 2025, but a meeting of eras, a quiet yet powerful shift in the heartbeat of Indian cricket. Virat Kohli, the King, stands tall in the twilight of his career. His heir apparent, Shubman Gill, the Prince, is expected to carry the weight of a billion dreams once the master takes his final bow. This is more than a match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans. This is a night of…

Aryna Sabalenka further solidified her position as the best player in the world, capturing her maiden Miami Open title with a dominant 7-5, 6-2 victory over Jessica Pegula in the final. The win capped off a flawless fortnight, where the Belarusian didn’t drop a single set across six matches, reinforcing her supremacy on the WTA circuit. The triumph marks Sabalenka’s 19th career title and her eighth WTA 1000 crown, adding to her growing legacy. She is now only the third WTA world No. 1 to reach the finals of the Australian Open, Indian Wells, and Miami Open in the same…

Royal Challengers Bengaluru have set the stage for a promising IPL 2025 campaign by winning both their away games. Despite being renowned for their explosive batting, it is RCB’s bowling that has emerged as the game-changer. Two key factors have underpinned their recent success: the superiority of their pacers and a well-devised plan to attack opponent’s spinners in the very first over. RCB’s Pacers: More Economical and Wicket-Taking In both matches, RCB’s pacers have outperformed their counterparts by being significantly more economical and taking more wickets. Against KKR, RCB’s pacers bowled 10 overs for 82 runs with an economy rate…