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 postsA magnificent Rory Burns hundred keeps Glamorgan sweating in Cardiff as the Surrey captain spearheaded a gritty second-innings fightback to frustrate the hosts on day three.
In a historic moment for the sport, MLC 2026: Kieron Pollard breaks Chris Gayle's all-time T20 record, firmly establishing himself as the most prolific run-scorer in the history of men's T20 cricket.
Kapp's 81* seals South Africa's come-from-behind win against India in a high-stakes group stage encounter that keeps their semi-final hopes firmly alive.
As the final day of this gripping County Championship clash approaches, Brookes, Waite give Worcestershire the edge though draw beckons at Visit Worcestershire New Road. Despite a solid batting performance that established a handy first-innings lead, the home side faces a race against time to force a positive result on a slowing pitch.
In a disciplinary development during the third ODI against India, Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi reprimanded for running on the pitch despite official warning, ultimately leading to penalty runs and a demerit point.
Jack fells Sussex as Hampshire claim vital victory in a thrilling three-day contest at Hove, marking only Hampshire's second win of the County Championship season.
In a remarkable turn of events at Uptonsteel Grace Road, Leicestershire rout Yorkshire for first top-flight win since 2003, completing a clinical victory by an innings and 39 runs inside just three days.
After a challenging start to the tour, Australian fast bowler Spencer Johnson says "Spencer Johnson: Walking away 3-0 in T20Is makes us very happy" as the team successfully closed out a dominant sweep against Bangladesh.
In a momentous occasion for Indian cricket, India hand Rawat debut cap and bat in Harmanpreet's 200th T20I, with the captain winning the toss and electing to set a target against South Africa at Old Trafford.
In a spectacular display of power-hitting that rocked the Dambulla stadium, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history as the Sooryavanshi thumps fastest List A fifty as India A win tri-series final against Sri Lanka A.
In an outstanding team performance, Matthews, Taylor make it three in three for West Indies with a convincing five-wicket win over Sri Lanka in Bristol, propelling them to the top tier of Group 2.
In a display of sheer dominance at Queen's Park, Aitchison caps allround masterclass as Derbyshire rout Lancashire, securing a comprehensive nine-wicket victory to continue their momentum in the Rothesay County Championship.
