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.
0 postsIn a night to forget at Trent Bridge, India suffered a catastrophic collapse that will be remembered for all the wrong reasons. The ENG vs IND 2026: Three Unwanted Records India Registered After 125-Run Loss to E match marked a dark chapter in the team's T20I history.
Following a historic series victory against Sri Lanka, Roston Chase hopes Sri Lanka series win is 'a stepping stone' for West Indies in Tests, marking a significant shift in the team's batting performance and strategic approach for the World Test Championship.
Following a significant setback in the five-match T20I series, the pressure is mounting on the Indian squad. With a decisive defeat in the third game, all eyes were on how a key player would address the team's predicament. In a candid post-match exchange, we see how Shreyas Iyer Responds After Eoin Morgan Asks About India's Chances of Turning th series around, laying bare the challenges ahead.
In a strategic move to refine their roster for the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, Cricket West Indies has confirmed its selection, as the West Indies recall Seales, back young talent in ODI squad for New Zealand series.
Gambhir says he has given Samson 'clarity' on omission - India head coach Gautam Gambhir confirms that he has given Sanju Samson 'clarity' on omission from the playing XI and the subsequent squad for the Zimbabwe T20Is. This comes despite Samson's stellar performance in the recent T20 World Cup and IPL, raising questions about the team's selection strategy amidst a challenging run of results.
Optimism is growing for India's white-ball tour of Bangladesh in September, as the BCB ready to increase security for India's Bangladesh tour, ensuring all necessary measures are in place to address the concerns that led to the tour's postponement last year. With new leadership at the Bangladesh Cricket Board, a renewed focus on international relations sets the stage for a successful series.
In a strategic move to balance international commitments with global franchise opportunities, New Zealand confirm four players to hold casual contracts for the upcoming 2026-27 season.
In a bold selection move, 19-year-old Vitel Lawes could make West Indies debut without professional game experience after being named in the squad for the opening ODIs against New Zealand.
Cricket Australia remains firm in its belief that the domestic injury replacement protocols could revolutionize the global game, as officials remain CA confident Sheffield Shield injury subsitution rule right for international cricket could set a new standard for the sport.
As the 2026-27 domestic schedule is revealed, Cricket Australia is prioritizing a return to competitive balance, with officials confirming that More runs, longer games: CA eyes shift in Sheffield Shield remain a primary objective to better prepare players for the rigors of international competition.
In a display of sheer composure and skill, Holland 92* keeps Somerset qualification hopes alive, powering her team to a dramatic two-wicket victory over Essex in the Vitality Blast to revive their chances of reaching Finals Day.
In a brutally honest assessment, Shreyas Iyer described the 'Atrocious, awful, unacceptable' - Iyer on India's performance after the side suffered a historic 125-run defeat at the hands of England in the third T20I at Trent Bridge.
