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Explained: The problem with Rishabh Pant, and why India’s options are limitedSubscriber Only
January 07, 2021 19:09 IST
Rishabh Pant was vigorously trolled on social media for his mistakes, but more importantly, Pucovski’s 100-run partnership with Marnus Labuschagne gave Australia the required base for a good first innings total.
Thu, Jan 14, 2021
Explained: Can Kane Williamson catch Virat Kohli in hundred count?Subscriber Only
January 05, 2021 15:20 IST
Over the past three years from January 1, 2018, Williamson has scored seven centuries in 20 Tests and his average during this period is 67.89. During the same period, Kohli has scored seven hundreds in 24 Tests and his average is 52.56.
Thu, Jan 07, 2021
Explained: Why India will be taking a gamble if Natarajan debuts at SCGSubscriber Only
January 02, 2021 14:45 IST
Natarajan's is a rags-to-riches story, which makes him a sentimental favourite. It’s been a fairytale rise for the 29-year-old from Chinnappampatti, a village 36 kilometre off Salem in Tamil Nadu.
Wed, Jan 06, 2021
‘Not many slower balls, yorkers are going to be effective in Test cricket’: Natarajan’s coachSubscriber Only
January 02, 2021 08:33 IST
Tamil Nadu coach says Natarajan is a quick learner, but needs to sharpen game for the long form.
Sat, Jan 02, 2021
Explained: What impact does New Zealand’s series win against Pakistan have on World Test Championship?Subscriber Only
December 30, 2020 14:26 IST
As per the updated WTC table put out by the ICC, New Zealand are still placed third with 420 absolute points and 0.70 percentage points (70%).
Wed, Jan 06, 2021
Explained: Why India’s victory against Australia at MCG is the most significant ‘away win’ yetSubscriber Only
December 29, 2020 09:32 IST
India vs Australia 2nd Test: In a dramatic turnaround, India didn't just bounce back to win the Test and level the series, they gave the fans a lot to look forward to in the final week of the year.
Tue, Jan 05, 2021
Explained: How every change India made against Australia at MCG workedSubscriber Only
December 27, 2020 15:55 IST
This was Rahane’s first overseas Test hundred since his 102 against the West Indies at North Sound in August 2019. On Sunday, his century helped India gain a significant upper hand in the Test.
Fri, Jan 01, 2021
Explained: What’s the difference between Ajinkya Rahane and Virat Kohli’s captaincy?Subscriber Only
December 26, 2020 18:28 IST
From the way he used Ravichandran Ashwin to calling a team huddle, on-field calmness and longish spells for bowlers, Rahane's leadership style was in complete contrast to Virat Kohli’s.
Fri, Jan 01, 2021
Is Messi ahead of Pele in GOAT race after breaking Brazilian’s single club goal record?Subscriber Only
December 24, 2020 16:58 IST
Pele scored 643 goals for Brazilian club Santos between 1956 and 1974 in 757 matches. So his record stood for 46 years.
Fri, Dec 25, 2020
Tax exemption for T20 World Cup, new IPL teams on BCCI agendaSubscriber Only
December 23, 2020 08:01 IST
The tax issue is high on the agenda of the BCCI's 89th Annual General Body Meeting. Cricket's possible inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, which is backed by the ICC, will also be discussed.
Thu, Dec 24, 2020
Never thought I would see another 42 or less from India: Gundappa ViswanathSubscriber Only
December 20, 2020 22:38 IST
Gundappa Viswanath, the former India captain, doesn’t think the 36 at the Adelaide Oval has laid the ghost of the 42 all out at Lord’s in 1974 to rest.
Tue, Dec 22, 2020
Explained: Was the ‘Summer of 36’ Indian cricket’s lowest point?Subscriber Only
December 19, 2020 13:30 IST
In June 1974, India were bowled out for 42 in the second innings against England at Lord's. That innings had one double-digit score; Eknath Solkar making 18 not out. On Saturday in Adelaide, India's second innings didn't have a single double-digit score.
Wed, Dec 23, 2020
Explained: Who is to blame for Arsenal’s worst start in 46 years?Subscriber Only
December 16, 2020 00:30 IST
With 13 points from 12 matches in the Premier League so far, Arsenal are placed 15th on the table. They have scored just 10 goals and conceded 10. Still early days, but this is their worst start in 46 years.
Thu, Dec 17, 2020
India vs Australia A: Batsmen struggle, but pacers make full use of helpful conditionsSubscriber Only
December 11, 2020 18:30 IST
Twenty wickets fell on the day, with the Indians scoring 194 and Australia A bundled out for 108 in reply.
Sat, Dec 12, 2020
Explained: Will ManU’s Champions League ouster result in Solskjaer’s departure?Subscriber Only
December 11, 2020 00:30 IST
Solskjaer is approaching the two-year anniversary of his appointment as United manager and only a few days back, while speaking at a virtual fans’ forum, the club’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward had backed the incumbent.
Sat, Dec 12, 2020
Parthiv Patel hangs up his glovesSubscriber Only
December 10, 2020 07:48 IST
Parthiv Patel stayed relevant as a cricketer for close to two decades spoke volumes for his love of the game and hard work.
Thu, Dec 10, 2020
Hardik Pandya boosts ‘finisher’ reputation by guiding India to T20I series winSubscriber Only
December 06, 2020 17:54 IST
India avenged their ODI series loss, chasing down a challenging 195-run target set by Australia in the second T20I. The visitors won the opener in Canberra by 11 runs on Friday.
Mon, Dec 07, 2020
Explained: What is cricket’s concussion substitute rule, and why is it controversial?Subscriber Only
December 05, 2020 07:32 IST
There is controversy over the decision to allow India a concussion substitute — Yuzvendra Chahal in place of Ravindra Jadeja — during the first T20I between India and Australia. What happened, and what do the rules state?
Thu, Dec 10, 2020
Explained: Why Ahmedabad is the front-runner to bag one of the two new IPL franchisesSubscriber Only
December 03, 2020 21:35 IST
According to a BCCI official, Ahmedabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Lucknow and Guwahati are on the BCCI’s radar for the new IPL teams.
Fri, Dec 04, 2020
Like in other corners of the world, India too had its ‘Maradona’Subscriber Only
December 02, 2020 07:50 IST
With a diminutive frame and sudden acceleration, India quickly found for Krishanu Dey football's most stratospheric adjective - Indian Maradona.
Thu, Dec 03, 2020
Team India falling apart at the seam(s)Subscriber Only
November 29, 2020 07:47 IST
With Hardik Pandya not fit enough for dual duty, lack of fast bowling all-rounder options hurts Team India.
Sun, Nov 29, 2020
Board of Confusion in Cricket in India: How BCCI has mismanaged injured playersSubscriber Only
November 27, 2020 22:32 IST
Be it Rohit Sharma’s hamstring injury or Ishant Sharma’s side strain, there have been more questions than answers over why the aforementioned players didn’t travel to Australia.
Sat, Nov 28, 2020
Explained: Does winning the World Cup make Maradona greater than Messi?Subscriber Only
November 26, 2020 19:55 IST
It’s probably near-impossible to come to a conclusion as regards to who is better, Maradona or Messi. But it’s a debate worth delving into.
Thu, Dec 03, 2020
Explained: Why Bumrah and Shami’s ODI, T20 outings in Australia can hurt India’s World Test Championship aspirationsSubscriber Only
November 26, 2020 13:23 IST
The Indian team management will have to take a call on either playing their two premier fast bowlers, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami, in the limited-overs matches or keeping them fresh for the Test series.
Tue, Dec 01, 2020
The sainthood and fall from grace of Napoli’s Argentine deitySubscriber Only
November 26, 2020 00:38 IST
Maradona’s time at the club in southern Italy was full of contradictions. It was in fact, the football genius’ life in microcosm.
Thu, Nov 26, 2020Journalism of Courage
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