Obstructing the field: History of the unusual mode of dismissal
In the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2013, Yusuf Pathan became the first person in the tournament’s history to be given out obstructing the...
Neil Foster: A metallic fast bowler who caved in to injuries
On May 6, 1962, a metallic fast bowler entered this world. Neil Foster is remembered more for his injuries than his cricketing sojourn. A fine cricketing...
Lala Amarnath's grandson Digvijay makes First-Class debut
Following in the footsteps of his legendary grandfather Lala Amarnath, Digvijay Amarnath has made his foray into cricket with a first-class debut...
Padma Bhushan for Vizzy and not even a Padma Shri for Vijay Merchant, Subhash Gupte and Mohinder Amarnath!
Rahul Dravid, whose greatness is almost in the same class as Sachin Tendulkar is conferred the Padma Bhushan — the third highest civilian...
Dilip Vengsarkar: The No 1-ranked batsman in the world between 1983 and 1987
Dilip Vengsarkar, born April 6, 1956, is one of the best Indian batsmen of all time. Arunabha Sengupta recalls the career of the man who, during...
1981-82 Ranji Trophy final: Karnataka 705, Delhi 707 for 8
On March 29, 1982 Delhi chased down 706 to obtain a first-innings lead to clinch the 1981-82 Ranji Trophy. Abhishek Mukherjee looks back at one...
India vs Australia stats review: 2nd Test match at Hyderabad, Day 2
Statistical highlights on the second day of the second cricket Test between India and Australia in Hyderabad on Sunday.
Mohinder Amarnath's demand for MS Dhoni's sacking: Error of perception or just prejudice?
After the Eden Test against England, ex-selector Mohinder Amarnath had vociferously called for the sacking of MS Dhoni, stating that he did not...
MS Dhoni's retention as Test captain is critical to India's rebuilding process
While India prepare for the Australian series, it is important that somebody takes over the charge of rebuilding a new side. The selection panel...
Erapalli Prasanna's 8 for 76 - the best effort by an Indian bowler on overseas track
On January 28, 1976 Erapalli Prasanna skittled out New Zealand at Eden Park to lead India to a rare overseas victory. Abhishek Mukherjee looks back...
