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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Tom Alsop signs three-year deal with Gloucestershire Amid Sussex Restructuring

In a significant development for English county cricket, top-order batter Tom Alsop signs three-year deal with Gloucestershire, confirming his departure from Sussex at the conclusion of the current season. This strategic move for the 30-year-old comes as Sussex grapples with stringent cost-cutting measures, having been placed under special supervision by the ECB. Alsop's transfer to Bristol is anticipated to bolster Gloucestershire's squad, aligning with the club's ambitious vision for future success across all formats.

Rohit Verma · Jul 27, 2026
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Is Babar Azam a better batter when he’s captain? His Test record as captain spea

Is Babar Azam a better batter when he's captain? His Test record as captain spea ks volumes when examining how leadership impacted Pakistan's star batter. While added responsibility often weighs down premier top-order players in Test cricket, Babar Azam appeared to thrive under the immense weight of leading his national side, recording significantly higher averages while wearing the captain's armband.

Anand Krishnamurthy · Jul 27, 2026
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Adam Thomas, Ryan Patel see Surrey home with ease in Metro Bank One Day Cup

Adam Thomas, Ryan Patel see Surrey home with ease - Half-centuries from Adam Thomas and Ryan Patel spearheaded Surrey's six-wicket victory against Northamptonshire Steelbacks at Guildford, ultimately seeing Surrey home with ease in the Metro Bank One Day Cup. Their commanding partnership ensured Surrey comfortably chased down the target of 255 with plenty of overs to spare, highlighting a strong collective performance from the team.

Zara Khan · Jul 27, 2026