Anand Krishnamurthy is a senior cricket correspondent for The Hindu, celebrated for his deep knowledge of Tamil Nadu’s rich cricketing soil and the art of spin bowling. A Loyola College, Chennai graduate, he grew up watching the wizardry of local spinners on the Chepauk turf and has since dedicated his career to unpacking the tactical nuances of the turning ball. Anand covers the Indian team across formats and is a familiar presence at Ranji Trophy matches, where he scouts emerging talent from the south. His IPL analysis is widely read for its blend of statistical insight and on‑ground reporting. A recipient of the S. Rangarajan Memorial Award and his newspaper’s top sports honour, Anand is also the custodian of a growing digital archive of Indian cricket statistics, which he draws upon to enrich every piece. He believes that behind every great delivery lies a story of preparation, patience, and place.
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In a display of spin mastery that left spectators in awe, Narine's 4-1-7-3 downs Patriots in rain-hit match conditions, effectively dismantling the St Kitts and Nevis batting lineup and handing the Trinbago Knight Riders a crucial DLS-adjusted victory.
In a pivotal encounter that keeps their tournament dreams alive, Walter, Seifert, Atkinson lift Manchester Super Giants into top three after a hard-fought 10-run victory over the Southern Brave.
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Padikkal 142 headlines India's reply - A serene and commanding century from Devdutt Padikkal led India's spirited response, as his majestic 142 headlines India's reply to the Sri Lanka Cricket XI. At the close of day two of their tour match, India found themselves trailing by a mere six runs with one wicket remaining, a testament to significant contributions despite three batters retiring out.
