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Surface tension: Chepauk pitch for 2nd Test may have more bounce and carrySubscriber Only
February 11, 2021 00:39 IST
According to a member of the ground staff, the surface is expected to have more bounce and carry. So initially at least, pacers might get more purchase from the deck, while spinners could enjoy the bounce. But in all likelihood, it’s not going to be a rank turner.
Thu, Feb 11, 2021
India vs England: Back to earth with a rude joltSubscriber Only
February 09, 2021 19:10 IST
After the high of Australia, India handed a comprehensive humbling by England – their first home loss in four years
Wed, Feb 10, 2021
More heroics needed: India need to recall Australia spirit to survive final daySubscriber Only
February 08, 2021 17:45 IST
Washington and Ashwin star on Day 4, but India need to recall Australia spirit to survive final day.
Tue, Feb 09, 2021
India vs England 1st Test Day 3: Bess creates a messSubscriber Only
February 07, 2021 17:43 IST
Off-spinner accounts for Indian middle order as hosts end Day 3 in all sorts of strife.
Sun, Feb 07, 2021
Explained: How India added to their own problems at ChepaukSubscriber Only
February 06, 2021 22:37 IST
India vs England, Chennai Test: In the 108th over of England’s innings, India went for a review against Stokes after Ashwin’s appeal was negated by the on-field umpire.
Tue, Feb 09, 2021
India vs England: Fun in the sunSubscriber Only
February 06, 2021 18:09 IST
Root’s double ton puts England in driver’s seat as India toil for second successive day.
Sat, Feb 06, 2021
The Root of India’s misery: England dominate hosts on Day 1 in ChennaiSubscriber Only
February 05, 2021 17:32 IST
Joe Root showed his mastery over slow bowlers during his 20th hundred and third in as many Tests, becoming the ninth player in the history of the game to score a ton on his 100th appearance.
Sat, Feb 06, 2021
India vs England 1st Test Preview: Home comfortsSubscriber Only
February 04, 2021 23:22 IST
After prevailing in Australia with a cobbled-up bunch, an almost-full strength India start favourites against England in familiar surroundings.
Fri, Feb 05, 2021
‘We don’t lay everything bare’: Ajinkya Rahane on England players’ IPL familiaritySubscriber Only
February 03, 2021 21:47 IST
Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer and Jos Buttler have earlier shared the Rajasthan Royals dressing-room with Ajinkya Rahane. Moeen Ali was Virat Kohli’s teammate at Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Thu, Feb 04, 2021
Explained: Who will face New Zealand in WTC title clash?Subscriber Only
February 02, 2021 20:25 IST
The top two teams in the WTC table, with the current cycle ending in March, will play the title decider.
Thu, Feb 04, 2021
India vs England: Jack Leach doesn’t rule out following Giles’ leg-side trapSubscriber Only
February 01, 2021 23:23 IST
The leg-side trap has become famous since India used it in Australia but its real deployers have been England captains.
Tue, Feb 02, 2021
Explained: Why Pakistan cricket desperately needs a Rahul Dravid in its setupSubscriber Only
January 27, 2021 12:18 IST
Recently, senior batsman and former Pakistan T20I captain Mohammad Hafeez said that in India, "finished products" played international cricket, whereas in Pakistan, there has been an overreliance on talent.
Sat, Jan 30, 2021
India’s heroes from Australia return to a rousing welcome from families, friends and fansSubscriber Only
January 22, 2021 09:07 IST
The Mumbai contingent in the Indian team – Rahane, Rohit Sharma, Shardul Thakur, Prithvi Shaw and head coach Ravi Shastri – landed in the Maximum City in the morning. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) officials were present to receive them at the airport. A cake was cut there itself to celebrate the achievement.
Fri, Jan 22, 2021
Explained: Why stand-in Ajinkya Rahane is being seen as permanent Test captainSubscriber Only
January 21, 2021 11:16 IST
Ajinkya Rahane took charge of the team and presided over India's memorable come-from-behind Test series win against Australia at the Gabba, Brisbane.
Wed, Jan 27, 2021
Rajasthan Royals release Steve Smith; Chennai Super Kings retain Suresh RainaSubscriber Only
January 21, 2021 08:52 IST
Rajasthan Royals have also appointed former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara as their director of cricket. As for Smith, he had an average last season by his lofty standards – 311 runs from 14 matches. In total, Royals have released eight players.
Thu, Jan 21, 2021
CSK retain Suresh Raina for 2021 IPL seasonSubscriber Only
January 20, 2021 13:39 IST
Raina had left the CSK bubble in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) before the start of the last year's IPL that moved out of India because of the pandemic. The nature of his departure had irked the franchise hierarchy, although CSK chief N Srinivasan chose to be considerate.
Thu, Jan 21, 2021
Explained: What are key takeaways for Indian cricket from Gabba Test?Subscriber Only
January 19, 2021 14:40 IST
India vs Australia 4th Test Highlights: Indian cricket must ensure that Rishabh Pant, Mohammed Siraj, Shardul Thakur and Washington Sundar are not forgotten after the Gabba series.
Wed, Jan 27, 2021
Explained: Lionel Messi’s red card, and his growing frustration at BarcelonaSubscriber Only
January 18, 2021 17:26 IST
Messi has been red-carded twice for Argentina: on his international debut against Hungary in 2005 and in the 2019 Copa America, where he was sent off during Argentina’s third-place play-off against Chile.
Fri, Jan 22, 2021
Rohit Sharma let his ego get the better of himSubscriber Only
January 17, 2021 08:23 IST
There’s a reason why Kohli has 27 centuries in 87 Tests, while Rohit is playing his 34th Test and has scored just six tons since making his debut in 2013.
Sun, Jan 17, 2021
Explained: How catching standards in the India-Australia series have droppedSubscriber Only
January 16, 2021 06:58 IST
Dropped catches have become routine in this series, with both sides benefitting from fielding errors. Australia’s Marnus Labuschagne has ridden his luck more than anyone else.
Fri, Jan 22, 2021
Explained: How Rahane’s bold captaincy has given India a shot at series win in AustraliaSubscriber Only
January 14, 2021 15:51 IST
Ajinkya Rahane had a mountain to climb when he stood in for Virat Kohli. Going beyond the courage, character, resolve and team spirit, India needed to out-think Australia on the field to mount a fightback. Sharp tactical moves became imperative.
Tue, Jan 19, 2021
Wanted 11 fit Indians: Team sweats over injury to Jasprit BumrahSubscriber Only
January 13, 2021 00:24 IST
An injury-ravaged Indian team has limited options in terms of picking replacements for the series-deciding final Test.
Wed, Jan 13, 2021
Explained: Why an injured Ravindra Jadeja is a big blow to India ahead of Brisbane TestSubscriber Only
January 12, 2021 19:43 IST
Jadeja is the only genuine allrounder in the Indian team and his presence allowed the team management to go with five specialist bowlers. But the BCCI has confirmed that the southpaw is ruled out of the final Test.
Wed, Jan 13, 2021
Explained: How is the Sydney Test draw as momentous as a win for India?Subscriber Only
January 11, 2021 14:04 IST
India vs Australia 3rd Test: India earned a draw in the third Test in Sydney on the back of a memorable fourth innings batting performance. In terms of effort, it was almost on a par with the Oval in 1979.
Thu, Jan 14, 2021
Domestic cricket during pandemic: Mushtaq Ali T20 begins with strict Covid protocolsSubscriber Only
January 10, 2021 06:36 IST
Baroda vice-captain Deepak Hooda pulled himself out of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy after allegedly falling out with team captain Krunal Pandya during a training session on Saturday.
Sun, Jan 10, 2021Journalism of Courage
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