Articles by Dhiman Sarkar
Alexander-Arnold makes a point at City
Liverpool end defending champions’ winning run at home with late equaliser
Published on Nov 25, 2023 09:11 PM IST
Another City-Liverpool humdinger?
On a 23-match winning run at home, the defending champions host a side that has regained confidence
Published on Nov 24, 2023 08:32 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Igor Stimac talks of fight in Asian Cup, focus on qualifiers
Need to make sure of enough points in the World Cup qualifiers so that we have five-six home games in the third round, says India coach.
Published on Nov 22, 2023 10:41 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Bhubaneswar
World Cup qualifier: Fighting India go down to superior Qatar
Starting trouble in each half saw the home team concede two goals and finally go down 0-3.
Published on Nov 21, 2023 11:39 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Bhubaneswar
AIFF-FIFA academy MoU signed with eye on under-17 World Cup
If we don’t educate, we will remain where we are, says FIFA chief of global football development Wenger.
Published on Nov 21, 2023 08:47 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Bhubaneswar
FIFA WC qualifiers: Manvir Singh injury may force India to reset against Qatar
Nothing to lose, says head coach Igor Stimac ahead of Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier against Asian champions
Published on Nov 20, 2023 09:05 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Bhubaneswar
Home game against Qatar group’s toughest: Stimac
Proud of team which beat strongest competitor for second place, says India head coach after 1-0 win away to Kuwait
Published on Nov 17, 2023 11:50 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
I don't care who wins World Cup final: SA coach after losing to Australia
Australia have set up a final against India's unbeaten stars on November 19 in Ahmedabad
Updated on Nov 17, 2023 10:41 AM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Australia have a field day, South Africa not so much
Pat Cummins' side made amends for sloppy work in the field when they faced off earlier in the tournament where they had dropped five catches
Published on Nov 16, 2023 10:57 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, New Delhi
Why Cummins differs from Younis and Jayasuriya
Former greats say two balls skewing balance in ODIs, Australia captain says Pat Cummins disagrees.
Published on Nov 15, 2023 11:45 PM IST
Against Kuwait, India may start Manvir for Chhangte
Lalengmawia Ralte likely to pair Suresh Wangjam in midfield as World Cup qualifying campaign begins with away game on Thursday.
Updated on Nov 15, 2023 11:34 PM IST
Bavuma and Cummins: a study in confidence and contrasts
Both have shown leadership qualities and lead teams that have done well. But only one of them is struggling for form.
Published on Nov 15, 2023 09:54 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
England beat Pakistan as two failed World Cup campaigns end
England won the final league game by 93 runs at the Eden Gardens on Saturday, led by Ben Stokes (84) and David Willey (3/56)
Published on Nov 11, 2023 10:23 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
England, Pakistan aim to end on a high
Loss to Afghanistan one of the reasons for the poor campaign, say Azam and Malan
Published on Nov 10, 2023 09:30 PM IST
Breaking the pain barrier
Maxwell's epic World Cup knock reminded of athletes finding a way despite an uncooperative body.
Updated on Nov 08, 2023 10:51 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
AIFF sacks secy gen, Bhutia calls for elections
Former India captain says federation president, vice-president and treasurer too need to go after secretary-general is sacked
Updated on Nov 08, 2023 11:56 PM IST
Ravindra Jadeja comes spinning into India's World Cup vision
Five wickets to wreck South Africa's innings after a batting cameo meant he too was very much in focus at the Eden Gardens on Sunday night
Published on Nov 05, 2023 11:43 PM IST
Don’t think Virat is thinking about 49 or 50: Dravid
Numbers don’t matter in sport, till they do. Think 29 Test tons, 24 Grand Slams, Pele’s 1000 goals or Tendulkar’s 100th ton
Published on Nov 04, 2023 10:03 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Proteas keen on extending good year for sport in South Africa
Springboks have retained the World Cup, Banyana Bayana made history and the women have played the World T20 final in 2023
Published on Nov 04, 2023 06:20 PM IST
World Cup: Afridi, Fakhar shine as Pakistan live another day
Pakistan beat Bangladesh by seven wickets in Kolkata to stay alive in the World Cup.
Published on Oct 31, 2023 09:21 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
More than a statue: Sachin taking guard could be the start of many more
Immortality odes to India's cricket heroes are an idea whose time has come.
Updated on Oct 31, 2023 11:07 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
World Cup 2023: Pakistan and Bangladesh in clash of stragglers
Champions Trophy qualification is motivation for Shakib; world rankings skewed, says Bradburn
Published on Oct 30, 2023 07:31 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Netherlands give Bangladesh a lesson to remember
The Dutch scripted their second upset of the tournament by sticking to the basics
Published on Oct 28, 2023 10:28 PM IST
Bangladesh and Eden: a relationship that wasn’t
For all the shared history and Dalmiya being instrumental in getting them Test status, visits to Kolkata have been rare for the team from across the border
Published on Oct 27, 2023 09:38 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Old Trafford’s night of remembrance and redemption
With a goal and a saved penalty, Maguire and Onana help Manchester United to season’s first Champions League win
Published on Oct 25, 2023 07:29 PM IST
With solid display, NZ keep their perfect run going
Afghanistan had the Kiwis in trouble early on and but they let them off the hook with some poor fielding.
Updated on Oct 19, 2023 06:42 AM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Remembrance of editions past through ad campaigns
Richards twisting by the pool, Cork’s spaghetti Western act are some of the memorable commercials that help bring past editions to life.
Updated on Oct 18, 2023 09:04 AM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Denied a goal, India exit Merdeka after 2-4 loss
Naorem and Chhetri score and Chhangte would have made it 3-3 but for a poor refereeing decision
Published on Oct 14, 2023 12:29 AM IST
Back problem makes Chhetri doubtful starter in Merdeka opener
If skipper does not start, Colaco could play in front against hosts Malaysia
Published on Oct 12, 2023 10:14 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
That empty feeling at the World Cup
Vast swathes of vacant seats have been the norm in games that don’t feature India.
Published on Oct 11, 2023 08:04 PM IST