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 dramatic turn of events, Pollard and Bosch star as MI NY leapfrog Freedom to reclaim No. 1 spot in the MLC 2026 standings following a hard-fought six-wicket victory over the Los Angeles Knight Riders.
In a pivotal shift for the MLC 2026 tournament, Edwards four-for lifts Freedom from sixth to first place following a commanding five-wicket victory over the San Francisco Unicorns.
In a display of sheer dominance at the Seat Unique Stadium, Short 92* inspires Gloucestershire to Surrey thrashing, as the home side secured a comprehensive 57-run victory in their latest Vitality Blast encounter.
Punia, Tanisha lay foundation as India A secure series win after a dominant display at the Cooper Associates Ground in Taunton, sealing the three-match one-day international series 2-1 against England A.
In a significant development for Bangladesh cricket, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially confirmed that Mustafizur Rahman gets full NOC for The Hundred 2026, clearing the path for the star pacer to represent Birmingham Phoenix for the duration of the tournament.
As excitement builds for the historic clash at Lord's, cricket expert Nasser Hussain Names Favourite for Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Final, analyzing the mental hurdles England must overcome to defeat the dominant Australian side.
Can Lord's memories inspire England to bring down mighty Australia? - As cricket's oldest rivals prepare for a monumental clash at the Home of Cricket, the burning question remains: Can Lord's memories inspire England to bring down mighty Australia in this T20 World Cup final?
As India bat first and hand Sooryavanshi his debut in Manchester during the second T20I at Old Trafford, the 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi officially breaks Sachin Tendulkar's historic record as the youngest male player to represent India.
In a significant development for Sussex Cricket, Paul Farbrace has officially reversed his earlier decision to depart, confirming that he **Farbrace agrees to stay at Sussex at part-time director of cricket**. This crucial agreement follows extensive discussions with the club's newly appointed chair, Ed Warner, marking a pivotal moment for the embattled club as it navigates ongoing financial complexities and seeks to rebuild stability and competitiveness.
In a commanding display of batting dominance during their tour match in Galle, India A grow lead after Sai Sudharsan hits 168, putting the visitors in a strong position against Sri Lanka A.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has expressed a keen interest in seeing veteran wicketkeeper-batsman Mushfiqur Rahim transition into a coaching role once he retires from international cricket. This strategic move aligns with the board's broader vision of leveraging the vast experience of its elite players to nurture the next generation of cricketing talent, building upon precedents like Mahmudullah Riyad's recent foray into advisory roles. The BCB wants Mushfiqur Rahim to join coaching after retirement, viewing his profound knowledge and leadership as indispensable assets for the future of Bangladesh cricket.
LAKR climb to fourth after Powell takes Super Kings apart as the Los Angeles Knight Riders snapped their three-match losing streak in a high-stakes MLC encounter that saw the standings tighten significantly.
