Author: Trisha Ghosal

Loving Royal Challengers Bengaluru is like falling for someone who constantly breaks your heart, yet you keep running back with open arms. You know they’ll hurt you again. You know the promises of glory might end in tears. And still, you hope. You hope because you’ve seen them touch brilliance. You’ve seen them flirt with perfection. You’ve seen them come agonisingly close to lifting the trophy. Every IPL begins the same way—E Sala Cup Namde echoes through Chinnaswamy, as thousands of hopeful hearts chant in unison. The fireworks, the flags, the sea of red and gold—it’s all part of the…

The opening games of IPL 2025 have already set the stage for an electrifying season, with teams showcasing both their strengths and areas needing improvement. Whether it’s explosive batting, clinical bowling, or tactical captaincy, every franchise has made an early statement. But as always, the first match can be a glimpse into what the season holds – or a mere prelude to the drama to come. Let’s take a spicy look at the first impressions of each team in IPL 2025. KKR’s Rollercoaster Ride: Promising Yet Flawed Kolkata Knight Riders’ IPL 2025 opener against RCB showcased both promise and flaws.…

The opening games of IPL 2025 have already set the stage for an electrifying season, with teams showcasing both their strengths and areas needing improvement. Whether it’s explosive batting, clinical bowling, or tactical captaincy, every franchise has made an early statement. But as always, the first match can be a glimpse into what the season holds – or a mere prelude to the drama to come. Let’s take a spicy look at the first impressions of each team in IPL 2025. KKR’s Rollercoaster Ride: Promising Yet Flawed Kolkata Knight Riders’ IPL 2025 opener against RCB showcased both promise and flaws.…

Some performances in cricket are not just about the runs on the scoreboard—they can set the tone for an entire campaign. Phil Salt’s blistering 56 off 31 balls in Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) emphatic seven-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) was one such statement knock. It was fearless, methodical, and brimming with intent—a perfect template for how RCB will want to approach IPL 2025. Walking out to chase 175 at the Eden Gardens, Salt wasted no time in making his presence felt. The first ball he faced—a wide half-volley from Vaibhav Arora—was cracked through cover for four. No sighters,…

On behalf of the BWB production team – Trisha Ghosal and Arka Rudra The Madness Behind the Magic: Inside the Making of Backstage with Boria There’s a certain charm to madness when it comes with a method. And Backstage with Boria (BWB) is exactly that—a beautiful, chaotic blend of relentless creativity, raw passion, and sleepless nights. What you see as a seamless, powerful interview is the final product of countless hours of ideation, heated creative debates, and tireless refining by a team that thrives on pushing the boundaries of sports storytelling. Producing BWB has been nothing short of a rollercoaster…

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) continues to play a crucial role in developing India’s bench strength. While this year’s big awards were swept by overseas players, some young Indian cricketers left an indelible mark. Here are three standout Indian youngsters who displayed the potential to make it big in the years to come. G Kamalini (Mumbai Indians) India’s U19 World Cup-winning opener and wicketkeeper, G Kamalini, was picked up by Mumbai Indians during the tournament after their opening-match defeat against Delhi Capitals. Thrown into an unfamiliar lower-middle-order role, she adapted seamlessly. Kamalini began her WPL career with a boundary—an early…

Mumbai Indians (MI) step into the WPL 2025 final with a confidence forged in battle and strengthened by their dominance at home. Across seven matches at the Brabourne Stadium, they have lost just once—a testament to their command over the conditions. But familiarity is just one piece of the puzzle. They bring with them a squad that thrives under pressure, a bowling attack that has dismantled the best, and a batting lineup brimming with game-changers. Standing in their way are the Delhi Capitals (DC), a team that holds a slight edge in their head-to-head record (4-3). Yet, MI’s three…

Delhi Capitals have established themselves as the most consistent team in Women’s Premier League (WPL) history. Three seasons, three table-topping league-stage performances, and three final appearances. Yet, the one thing missing is the trophy. But while their inability to cross the final hurdle is up for debate, their incredible consistency is not. What makes DC such a dominant force? Why have they been able to reach the finals three times in a row when others have struggled with consistency? Let’s break it down. The Dynamic Duo: Lanning & Shafali’s Opening Supremacy It’s no secret that Delhi’s run-scoring has been led…

It’s not every day that you get to wear multiple hats (or suits) in a whirlwind event like Tata Steel Trailblazers 3.0, but this conclave was my personal boot camp of chaos and comedy. Between being the frantic backend hero calling athletes to the banquet, the live production saviour keeping every stream afloat, and the daring moderator for three panels, I was running on pure adrenaline and coffee. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the madness: Manu Bhaker’s Session: The Glitch Olympics The day kicked off with Manu Bhaker lighting up the stage. We went live, and within 26 seconds—BAM—the stream…

On this historic day in the Champions Trophy 2025, as India takes on New Zealand, Virat Kohli steps onto the field for his 300th One-Day International—a milestone that transcends mere numbers and heralds the evolution of an era. With 14,085 runs in just 299 ODIs, an extraordinary average of 58.20, 51 hundreds, and record-breaking feats as the fastest to 8,000, 9,000, 10,000, 11,000, 12,000, 13,000, and 14,000 ODI runs, Kohli has redefined modern-day 50-over cricket with his audacious chases and unwavering determination. While the legacy of Sachin Tendulkar once symbolised the hopes of billions, Kohli has transformed that responsibility into…