Second Place, First Statement: Anand’s Return Sends a Message at Tata Steel Rapid
Viswanathan Anand, at 56, continues to challenge younger competitors with vigor, exemplifying his legendary status. He achieved a notable second-place...
Month: January 2026
Before the Boom: Dibyendu Barua and the Hardest Era of Indian Chess
London's Guildhall School of Music and Drama was filled with anticipation in 1982 as attendees awaited a late 15-year-old schoolboy,...
Not Alike, But Aligned: How Rahul and Iyer Turn Contrast into Control
The Indian cricket team's success has often relied on a strong middle order, exemplified by partnerships like that of KL...
Tilak Varma Injury Adds to India’s Pre-Series Headaches
Tilak Varma, a middle-order batsman and hero of the Asia Cup final, is at risk of missing the T20I series...
Early Resistance, Eventual Control: Sindhu Moves Into Next Round in Malaysia
PV Sindhu faced Chinese Taipei's Sung Shuo Yun in her season opener for the second consecutive year. After a break...
No Russian Oil on the Horizon as Reliance Enters January Without Shipments
Reliance Industries has announced that its Jamnagar refinery, recognized as the largest in the world, is projected to not receive...
Bangladesh’s Stand Could Force ICC Rethink of T20 World Cup Hosting Plan
In light of escalating tensions between India and Bangladesh, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has formally asked the International Cricket...
Surviving on World Cups Alone: The Fragile Future of ODI Cricket
R Ashwin's recent statement on his YouTube stream, labeling ODI cricket as "redundant," is significant and reflects a deeper sentiment...
Second Spell Begins: Marijne Back in Charge of Indian Women’s Hockey Team
When Sjoerd Marijne first took charge of the Indian women’s hockey team in 2017, it was a fragmented group with...