Chandresh Narayanan is a senior cricket writer having served in different roles across all mediums. He has served with The Indian Express, The Times of India, Neo Sports and cricketnirvana.com. Later he served as content head for the official Indian Premier League (IPL) website in 2009-10. He then served for four years till July 2014 in Dubai with the International Cricket Council (ICC) as the Website, Media and Communications, Media Rights and Digital Officer. He has also reported on the 2007 Cricket World Cup for The Times of India and at the 2011 World Cup was on duty as ICC website manager. He is now an independent media professional who teaches, writes and talks on issues concerning his favourite sport. His first authored book on Cricket World Cup, looking back at heroes from previous champion sides, titled 'World Cup Heroes' has now hit the stands.
March 18, 2015 18:46 IST
Bangladesh lost 12 of the 13 ODIs they played in 2014; that record has now undergone a major change.
Wed, Mar 18, 2015March 18, 2015 18:28 IST
Tamim Iqbal played a crucial role in knocking out India out of the World Cup in 2007.
Wed, Mar 18, 2015March 18, 2015 17:31 IST
Sri Lanka must not shy away from the inevitable; must develop a batsman for the future.
Thu, Mar 19, 2015March 17, 2015 22:03 IST
Since 1992 when the two sides first clashed, both SL and SA have faced off each other in four World Cup matches.
Tue, Mar 17, 2015March 17, 2015 21:42 IST
It could be end of an era either way as Sri Lanka play South Africa in the first of four quarter-finals
Tue, Mar 17, 2015March 14, 2015 20:25 IST
ICC must take care of the Full Members like Zimbabwe, Pakistan and Windies before looking to spread the game elsewhere.
Sat, Mar 14, 2015March 14, 2015 19:57 IST
MS Dhoni was playing his first ODI against Zimbabwe in 10 years, he last played them in August 2005.
Sat, Mar 14, 2015March 13, 2015 18:44 IST
Rishi Jaitly from Twitter India spoke to www.indianexpress.com about why this World Cup is truly social.
Fri, Mar 13, 2015March 12, 2015 19:35 IST
The bigger issue is the absolute lack of connection between the current playing squad and the travelling media.
Thu, Mar 12, 2015March 11, 2015 22:17 IST
South Africa last played UAE in the 1996 World Cup. The two teams meet once again, after 19 years.
Wed, Mar 11, 2015March 10, 2015 19:47 IST
A member of the 2003 WC side, Parthiv Patel recalls that campaign after India's 9th successive win in WCs.
Tue, Mar 10, 2015March 10, 2015 12:14 IST
Sivaramakrishnan goes back in time and discusses how was it to be on the winning side during the 1985 World Championship.
Tue, Mar 10, 2015March 09, 2015 16:27 IST
With the Proteas progressing to the business end of the World Cup, De Kock's form has been a cause of concern.
Mon, Mar 09, 2015March 09, 2015 15:05 IST
De Villiers is a showman but Misbah is someone who weighs his options before letting it go.
Mon, Mar 09, 2015March 08, 2015 20:04 IST
Sangakkara has earned respect from everyone, including his rivals.
Sun, Mar 08, 2015March 08, 2015 18:14 IST
It is surprising to note that the two sides have not played since that heady night at Chittagong.
Sun, Mar 08, 2015March 07, 2015 20:39 IST
In 8 encounters played between these two teams at the World Cup, Sri Lanka managed to win just one.
Sat, Mar 07, 2015March 07, 2015 17:29 IST
Sarfraz was named the MOM for his knock of 49 off 49; for his six catches which is a record in ODI cricket for Pakistan.
Sat, Mar 07, 2015March 05, 2015 18:41 IST
The decision to have a 10-team World Cup in 2019 is proving to be a big matter of debate in the online world.
Thu, Mar 05, 2015March 05, 2015 17:01 IST
Nawaz insisted that MCG pitch, where India played South Africa, was tailor-made for Dhoni's team.
Thu, Mar 05, 2015March 05, 2015 16:54 IST
Both Pakistan and SA have played each other thrice in World Cups, with Proteas winning in all 3 contests.
Thu, Mar 05, 2015March 04, 2015 21:51 IST
India's wicket-keeper in the match, Kiran More, recalls that chaotic day in Perth.
Wed, Mar 04, 2015March 02, 2015 17:04 IST
Ireland have been successful chasers, but haven't tasted much success when it comes to defending totals.
Mon, Mar 02, 2015March 02, 2015 15:51 IST
West Indies started with a shock loss to Ireland, leading to serious questions about Holder's leadership.
Mon, Mar 02, 2015February 28, 2015 15:39 IST
NZ and Aus have, since March 2010, played each other just thrice, including Saturday's match, in 5 years.
Sat, Feb 28, 2015