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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Bangladesh Cricket

Shreyas Iyer Responds After Eoin Morgan Asks About India’s Chances of Turning th Series Around

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.

Zara Khan · Jul 8, 2026
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Gambhir says he has given Samson ‘clarity’ on omission

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.

Farah Khan · Jul 8, 2026
Bangladesh Cricket

BCB ready to increase security for India’s Bangladesh tour ahead of highly anticipated series

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.

Anand Krishnamurthy · Jul 8, 2026
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More runs, longer games: CA eyes shift in Sheffield Shield for 2026-27

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.

Rohit Verma · Jul 8, 2026
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Holland 92* keeps Somerset qualification hopes alive

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.

Zara Khan · Jul 8, 2026
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Archer, Tongue Hand India Their Biggest T20I Defeat: A Historic Collapse at Trent Bridge

Archer, Tongue hand India their biggest T20I defeat - In a stunning display of pace and precision, Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue hand India their biggest T20I defeat by a staggering 125 runs at Trent Bridge. This monumental collapse saw the two-time reigning T20 world champions post their second-lowest T20I total, continuing a worrying trend in their form and setting a new, unwanted record for the margin of defeat in the format.

Rohit Verma · Jul 8, 2026