Rohit Verma is a senior cricket correspondent for The Statesman, known for his refined batting analysis and an encyclopedic knowledge of Bengal cricket. A University of Calcutta graduate, he cut his journalistic teeth covering club matches at the Eden Gardens before graduating to the Ranji Trophy and the international beat. Rohit’s writing is distinguished by his ability to break down batting techniques—from classical cover drives to audacious modern scoops—with a clarity that appeals to both purists and new fans. He has reported on numerous IPL seasons, often with a focus on uncapped Indian batsmen who thrive in the high‑pressure tournament. A regular voice on radio commentary panels, Rohit brings a measured, articulate presence to sports broadcasting. Honoured by The Statesman and the Eden Gardens Media fraternity, he remains deeply invested in documenting the rich cricketing culture of Kolkata and the next generation of talent rising through West Bengal’s maidaans.
0 postsIn a positive development for the Bangladesh cricket camp, Litton likely to return for second ODI in Zimbabwe following a successful recovery period from a calf muscle injury.
In a spectacular display of power-hitting that left the opposition reeling, Pretorius and Allen batter Freedom into submission to take Unicorns to the top of the MLC 2026 table with a commanding eight-wicket victory.
Sooryavanshi must 'bide his time and wait,' says ten Doeschate - Following a whirlwind rise to stardom, 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi finds himself at a career crossroads, as India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate clarifies that Sooryavanshi must 'bide his time and wait' before earning his maiden international cap.
The group stage intensity has culminated in a thrilling climax as we look ahead to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Semi-Final Schedule and Final Date. Only four elite teams remain in the pursuit of cricketing glory.
The Indian cricket camp is currently grappling with a palpable sense of 'Disbelief' in India camp after a failure to adapt to 'fantastic' Ireland, leading to a surprise series defeat that has raised questions about tactical flexibility on the international stage.
Following a hard-fought exit from the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, captain Nigar Sultana Joty proud of Bangladesh despite Women's T20 World Cup exit, reflecting on a campaign defined by historic victories and immense growth for the Tigresses.
Following a difficult opening day at the Harare Test, Bangladesh want to restrict Zimbabwe within 100 more runs in first innings to keep their hopes of a comeback alive after posting only 140 runs with the bat.
In a thrilling display of T20 cricket at Canterbury, Kent Spitfires delivered a masterclass performance as Bell-Drummond, Billings star in chase after Stewart four-for, handing the Hampshire Hawks only their second defeat of the Vitality Blast season.
Raza, Mir play key hands as Worcestershire hold off Somerset in a commanding 36-run victory at New Road, effectively reigniting the Rapids' Vitality Blast campaign after a challenging week.
In a display of sheer dominance, Alex Lees lays waste to Middlesex with matchwinning hundred, powering Durham to a resounding 100-run victory in their latest Vitality Blast encounter at Richmond.
Wraith stars for Warwickshire as Lancashire fall short in thriller in a high-stakes encounter at Blackpool, with the Bears clinching a dramatic victory on the final ball of the match.
Ben Stokes: 'I didn't have any more fight left in me' after Ashes loss - Ben Stokes has openly stated that he 'loved every single moment' of his four-year tenure as England's Test captain. However, he admitted the immense demands of the role ultimately drained him to the point where, in the wake of last winter's 4-1 defeat in the Ashes, he simply didn't "have any more fight left in me."
