Venkata Krishna B

Venkata Krishna B is a Senior Assistant Editor based out of Chennai, who covers cricketing action happening in India. With more than 13-plus years of experience in the field, he mostly writes on cricket, including off-field developments. A wannabe filmmaker, he picked up cricket reporting because it lets him watch the sport he loves the most and also lets him explore new places. He tweets @venkatatweets

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While there exists a good camaraderie between India’s top trio of Gukesh, Pragg and Arjun Erigaisi, what is also undeniable is the competition. (Photo Credit: Jurriaan Hoefsmit via Tata Steel chess)

How R Praggnanandhaa made peace with inevitable feelings of rivalry with D GukeshSubscriber Only

August 11, 2025 22:56 IST

Realising that there were several fish to fry in oceans around the world and not just fellow Indians in a small pond, helped settle all feelings of negative competitiveness

Mon, Aug 11, 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal may not be in India's plans for T20Is while including Shubman Gill in the squad might force either Abhishek Sharma or Sanju Samson vacate their opening slot. (Reuters Photo)

Why it’s not easy for Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Rishabh Pant to make it to India’s T20 team for Asia CupSubscriber Only

August 11, 2025 20:32 IST

It was Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal who started the tenure of Gambhir before the coach moved on to Abhishek-Samson pairing at the top, with Suryakumar Yadav at No.3

Tue, Aug 12, 2025

Five-time World Champion Viswanathan Anand during Chennai Grand Master 2025 event. (Photo: MGD1)

How can chess players ace the multi-format juggle? Vishy Anand has a solutionSubscriber Only

August 10, 2025 21:21 IST

Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand has a simple solution—“never rule out any format mentally”.

Mon, Aug 11, 2025

Chennai Grand Masters: Nihal Sarin turns to Vishnu Prasanna to improve his classical gameSubscriber Only

August 09, 2025 20:47 IST

‘His early chess education is not traditional, there's a gap there,’ says new coach.

Sat, Aug 09, 2025

Harika Dronavalli 2 year old daughter peak into life

At Chennai Grand Masters, a chance for Harika Dronavalli to give her 2-year-old daughter a peek into her lifeSubscriber Only

August 08, 2025 21:16 IST

Harika on bringing her daughter Hanvika to Chennai Grand Masters: "I would love to have her everywhere. Even now, I don't think it's easy. But this (the tournament in Chennai) is so close to my place. I'm happy she could witness my life in a way,”

Fri, Aug 08, 2025

Jason Sangha – from losing state contract to being in contention for spot in Aussie team for The AshesSubscriber Only

August 08, 2025 20:24 IST

Batsman of Indian origin, who helped South Australia win Sheffield Shield, is in India with the development squad and could feature in the next Border-Gavaskar Trophy series

Fri, Aug 08, 2025

In case Ashwin joins another franchise, there is room for conflict of interest and given the complexities involved it would be interesting to see how this plays out in the coming weeks.

R Ashwin and Chennai Super Kings could part ways ahead of the next IPL season, within a year after homecomingSubscriber Only

August 08, 2025 16:47 IST

Ashwin's role with CSK’s High Performance Centre and Super Kings Academy, however, could make things complicated.

Fri, Aug 08, 2025

If Rajasthan refuse to release the player, then Sanju Samson will have no choice but to stay put as IPL rules bestow the power to the franchise, which has signed the player on a three-year agreement. (Sportzpics)

Sanju Samson looks to exit Rajasthan Royals; CSK ears prick upSubscriber Only

August 08, 2025 00:05 IST

While Sanju Samson even met with CSK management and head coach Stephen Fleming during the Major League Cricket season in US, KKR without an India gloveman might also be interested

Fri, Aug 08, 2025

Chennai Grand Masters: Meet GM Awonder Liang, laidback, witty and ‘not intense’Subscriber Only

August 07, 2025 22:03 IST

He lost a close game to Erigaisi, but is not too fussed and sees the lighter side of it

Sat, Aug 09, 2025

The Chinnaswamy Stadium, which is scheduled to host the World Cup opener on September 30 and one of the semifinals, is also in line to host the final if Pakistan doesn’t qualify for the title clash. (Sportzpics)

Uncertainty looms over Chinnaswamy Stadium hosting Women’s World Cup games; local authorities yet to give nodSubscriber Only

August 07, 2025 21:57 IST

Board gives time till Saturday to get permission to host the opening game, league fixtures, a semifinal and potentially the final.

Fri, Aug 08, 2025

India's Jasprit Bumrah reacts during day three of the first cricket test match between England and India at Headingley in Leeds, England, Sunday, June 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Scott Heppell)

IND vs ENG: Limiting Jasprit Bumrah’s playing time part of plan to protect him from further injury and help him extend careerSubscriber Only

August 05, 2025 22:37 IST

Pacer not 'picking and choosing' games; but a decision arrived at so that he's available for marquee matches, especially major ICC events.

Tue, Aug 05, 2025

Players in the Masters section of the Chennai Grand Masters 2025. (Special Arrangement)

Chennai Grand Masters, the final piece of Chennai’s chess legacy, hopes to build long-lasting heritageSubscriber Only

August 05, 2025 21:00 IST

‘We have already seen a tradition where a young talented player goes on to get world-class recognition after winning here,’ says tournament director Srinath Narayanan.

Tue, Aug 05, 2025

Glenn McGrath says what Jasprit Bumrah does is ‘tough on body’, needs an ‘off-season to manage workload’Subscriber Only

August 01, 2025 22:51 IST

Glenn McGrath added that India’s premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who could only play three Tests because of medical advice, needs an off-season to manage his workload.

Fri, Aug 01, 2025

India's Washington Sundar looks on the fourth day of the fourth cricket test match between England and India at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester, England, July 26, 2025

Consistent line, early focus on bat and ball, faith from Gautam Gambhir: Washington Sundar’s journey to becoming an integral member of the Indian teamSubscriber Only

July 29, 2025 20:26 IST

Team management has trusted the 25-year-old, first in the home series against New Zealand and now in England, knowing he won’t give away easy runs and can make telling contributions with the bat.

Wed, Jul 30, 2025

In 52 first-class matches, Jagadeesan has scored 10 centuries and 14 fifties at an average of 47.50 for a tally of 3373 runs. (Photo credit: TNCA)

India vs England 4th Test: N Jagadeesan called up after Rishabh Pant’s injury at Old TraffordSubscriber Only

July 24, 2025 17:44 IST

29-year-old TN wicketkeeper N Jagadeesan was informed by the selectors on Thursday afternoon to join the squad in England

Fri, Jul 25, 2025

Cricket finding its way into the Olympics has already given a much-needed boost to the sport in Italy. (ICC)

Italy score, Australia assist: How expats from Down Under returned to their roots and fuelled cricket’s revival in the football-obsessed nationSubscriber Only

July 18, 2025 08:40 IST

Banned during World War 2 by the fascist regime, Italian expats, mainly from Down Under, kept the cricketing flame burning and returned to their roots to fuel the game’s revival with the T20 World Cup qualification.

Fri, Jul 18, 2025

The close result in their decisive match against the Netherlands game played into Italy’s hands. (ICC Photo)

Margins to mainstream: Italy complete their T20 World Cup qualification jobSubscriber Only

July 11, 2025 23:05 IST

Assistant coach Kevin O’Brien credits early preparation, togetherness and confidence

Sat, Jul 12, 2025

Robin Singh’s cure to TN’s woes: Revamped fitness programme, long pre-season camp and academy overhaulSubscriber Only

June 26, 2025 20:45 IST

Former all-rounder and TNCA consultant reckons lack of preparations is inhibiting state from harnessing full potential.

Fri, Jun 27, 2025

Headingley whodunit: Coloured coats, black line in stands, crowded stands and general sloppiness conspire dropped catchesSubscriber Only

June 25, 2025 19:02 IST

Six spilled catches across both innings cost India dearly in the first Test.

Wed, Jun 25, 2025

IND vs ENG: How England won last day of Headingley Test, session by sessionSubscriber Only

June 24, 2025 23:28 IST

Play began on Tuesday on overcast conditions with rain breaks in between before sun shone bright on hosts. Here is how the drama unfolded on the final day at Leeds.

Tue, Jun 24, 2025

Temba Bavuma has restored "so much faith and belief in the individuals" in South Africa, believes CSA director of cricket Enoch Nkwe. (AP Photo)

Why Temba Bavuma was chosen as captain by Cricket South Africa all those seasons agoSubscriber Only

June 21, 2025 08:25 IST

Bavuma's success as captain shows it is not about colour, but about the character and putting the right person in the right job, says the Proteas director of cricket Enoch Nkwe.

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

With the allegations against Ashwin being severe, the TNPL’s CEO Prasanna Kannan has asked the franchise to show proof of the incidents. (Image credit: TNPL)

R Ashwin accused of ball-tampering by Madurai Panthers; TNPL asks franchise to show proofSubscriber Only

June 16, 2025 16:55 IST

Madurai Panthers, who lost to defending champions Dindigul Dragons by nine wickets on June 14, write to TNPL alleging Ashwin and his team Dindigul Dragons used towels treated with chemicals to tamper with the ball

Mon, Jun 16, 2025

Temba Bavuma has seen the likes of Hansie Cronje, Shaun Pollock, Graeme Smith, AB de Villiers trip over hurdles to bring home a world title. (AP Photo)

Temba Bavuma’s never-give-up mantra on batting at Lord’s with injury: ‘I went against advice from management, willing to deal with consequences’Subscriber Only

June 15, 2025 20:40 IST

Temba Bavuma, after leading South Africa to Lord's glory, said: "For me, it was that moment there to be recognised more than just a Black African cricketer, but to be seen as someone who's done something that the country has wanted."

Sun, Jun 15, 2025

Which three Indian pacers will play the first Test against England? And will Kuldeep Yadav be the x-factor?Subscriber Only

June 11, 2025 22:50 IST

India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel says the key thing is to get Test-match ready as they haven’t played Tests in a while.

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

After clocking 147 kmph, new U-19 pace sensation from Tamil Nadu targets ‘accuracy’Subscriber Only

June 10, 2025 05:45 IST

Last Ranji season, Pranav was named in the Tamil Nadu squad and played two matches. And then, last week, he was included in India’s Under-19 squad for the upcoming tour of England

Tue, Jun 10, 2025