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 start to their Hundred campaign, Welsh Fire's late collapse hands points to Southern Brave, as the hosts staged a clinical comeback to defend a modest total of 126 at the Utilita Bowl.
Iyer: Need to 'adapt as soon as possible' after getting a 'reality check' - India's captain Shreyas Iyer has stressed the crucial need for his team to 'adapt as soon as possible' after getting a 'reality check' during their recent tour. Facing a demanding schedule with minimal recovery time ahead of the T20Is against Zimbabwe, Iyer reflected on the lessons learned from recent setbacks and emphasized the importance of mental fortitude and collective awareness for success on foreign soil.
As the cricketing world turns its attention to the Harare Sports Club, Zimbabwe look to expose vulnerable India searching for winning formula in what promises to be a testing T20I series for the visitors.
An unbeaten century from Lakshya Raichandani and a fierce spell from Chigurupati Venkata have seen Raichandani, Venkata leave India on verge of victory as the visitors tightened their grip on the second Youth Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
The second match of The Hundred Men's 2026 brings an exciting contest at the Rose Bowl as Southern Brave host Welsh Fire on Wednesday, July 22. Dive into our complete guide covering Southern Brave vs Welsh Fire The Hundred 2026 Match 2, Dream 11 Prediction, Fant analysis, squad breakdown, venue statistics, and key players to watch.
Cricket enthusiasts across the region can now rejoice as Flash Sports to Live-Stream All Matches of Lanka Premier League, ensuring that no fan misses a single delivery of the thrilling sixth edition of Sri Lanka’s premier T20 tournament.
Young Indian batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has openly acknowledged navigating 'several ups and downs' over the past four months. Yet, his resolve remains unshaken, and Sooryavanshi stays confident amid 'several ups and downs' as he looks forward to the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe, commencing this Thursday in Harare.
West Indies head coach Daren Sammy reflected on player development following the ODI series against New Zealand, asserting Sammy: 'We didn't pick Lawes just out of our heart' when outlining the structured pathway behind 19-year-old Vitel Lawes' international debut.
Madhevere and Nyamhuri return for Zimbabwe's T20I series against India as Zimbabwe name their 15-man squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series at Harare Sports Club, bringing in fresh energy and key returnees to face the reigning T20 world champions.
As Australia embarks on a challenging 12-month period of Test cricket, an 'Invigorated' Smith remains vital for uncertain batting order, providing the experience and stability required to navigate a series of high-stakes overseas tours.
Babar, Awais hit centuries and Mohammad Ali bags five-for in Pakistan's tour gam, setting a dominant tone for the visitors as they prepare for the upcoming Test series against the West Indies in Tarouba.
As diplomatic and sporting discussions intensify, the government in Dhaka remains steadfastly Bangladesh hopeful of India's September tour, viewing the upcoming cricket series as a vital bridge to restore regional harmony and sporting collaboration.
