Tag: Cricket
No First Aid: Mental Health in Indian Cricket
Written by Dhruv Raman and Sreeradh Radhakrishnan
When we hear a post-match presenter ask a winning captain “So, how do you feel?”, it almost seems...
Indian Cricket is Short of Breath
Written by Sourya Reddy
The T20 between India and Bangladesh that was played on November 3rd, 2019 was a hazy one to remember. Not because...
The BCCI’S Autonomy is On the Fence
Understanding the Context
It is difficult to put a finger on India’s obsession with cricket. Brought to the subcontinent by its colonial rulers, cricket is...
‘Cricket Nationalism’ and the Northeast
Written by Tanvi Apte
India’s diversity needs no introduction. Languages, food, festivals, clothing and more, it would probably take a lifetime to count the assortment...
Sun, Sand and Cricket: The UAE Story
Written by Sreeradh Radhakrishnan
Despite never having achieved test status, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been an integral part of the cricketing world for...
‘Gods’ of Cricket: Understanding the Role of Players’ Agents
Written by Tanay Gokhale
There is no arguing that Sachin Tendulkar was the first Indian (and perhaps even global) cricket ‘brand’. Mark Mascarenhas was instrumental...
Racial Quotas: Right-ing the Wrongs in South African Cricket
Co-authored by Sreeradh Radhakrishnan and Parkhee Rattan
In Depth
Despite their reputation for choking in major tournaments, South Africa has been among the best sides in...
Turning Back Time: Cricket in the USA
Written by Arvind Pennathur
It is peculiar that cricket, the second most popular sport in the world, is practically non-existent in arguably the most influential...
A “World Cup” of 10 Teams?
Written by Sreeradh Radhakrishnan
2007 was one of the worst years for any cricket fan in India and Pakistan. Fans of both teams saw their...
Mapping Zimbabwe’s Rollercoaster Ride in International Cricket
Zimbabwe is one of the few relatively new entrants to international cricket. Despite having played in two World Cups (in 1983 and 1987), Zimbabwe...
