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 postsDespite early collapses and persistent pressure from West Indies' pacemen, Dhananjaya 79* steadies Sri Lanka after middle-order wobble, anchoring a crucial recovery effort. His unbeaten knock of 79, complemented by vital partnerships, saw Sri Lanka reach 204 for 5 by the tea break, providing a much-needed foundation for the innings.
Netherlands bowl with Heather Siegers out against unchanged South Africa, as the two teams face off in a crucial match, with South Africa seeking a net run-rate boost and the Dutch looking to make an impact despite their changes
In a testing opening session, Sri Lanka steady after Alzarri Joseph's double threatened to derail their innings, reaching 95 for 3 at lunch against a disciplined West Indies attack.
The Bangladesh national team has received a major boost ahead of their upcoming assignment, as fit again Litton Das joins Bangladesh ODI squad for Zimbabwe tour following a successful recovery from his recent calf injury.
As the race for the semi-finals reaches a fever pitch in the T20 World Cup, Bangladesh bat, India bring in Radha and Renuka to shake up their lineup in a high-stakes encounter at Manchester.
Shreyas Iyer's Cryptic Instagram Bio Leaves Fans Guessing Ahead of Ireland Serie as the Indian cricket star sparks intense social media speculation regarding a mysterious date updated on his profile.
A magnificent Sai Sudharsan century puts India A in command on opening day of the first unofficial Test against Sri Lanka A in Galle, setting a strong platform for the visitors.
"Selection should never be about what's best for Virat, Rohit or Bumrah" - Sanja - "Selection should never be about what's best for Virat, Rohit or Bumrah" – this is the powerful message delivered by former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar as he questions the current selection trends within the BCCI regarding the ODI squad.
The Black Caps' momentum has taken a significant hit as New Zealand rocked by injuries to Henry and Phillips ahead of their pivotal series decider against England at Trent Bridge.
India Star Breaks Silence on Why He Didn't Invite Dhoni, Kohli and Rohit to His Wedding, providing a humorous and practical explanation that has left cricket fans nodding in agreement.
Georgia Voll enjoys licence to thrill in seamless opening transition, stepping into the high-pressure role of Australian opener with a level of confidence that suggests she has been at the top of the order for years.
Matthews left frustrated after 'clear gap' on caught behind review - West Indies captain Hayley Matthews was left frustrated after 'clear gap' on caught behind review during her side's T20 World Cup defeat against England. Despite visual evidence suggesting no contact, the DRS decision went against her, igniting further debate about the reliability of cricket's edge detection technology. Matthews maintained she did not hit the ball, pointing to what she saw as a clear gap between bat and ball.
