Articles by Sandip Sikdar
Lakshya Sen interview: 'Padukone and Vimal have made a big difference'
The 22-year-old has staged a solid turnaround in recent times to all but assure himself of a berth at Paris 2024.
Updated on Mar 29, 2024 06:24 AM IST
Abishek Porel delivers as impact sub for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2024
Having been drafted in as Rishabh Pant's replacement in 2023, the 21-year-old is keen to pick the Delhi skipper's brains this season
Published on Mar 23, 2024 08:04 PM IST
Ahead of Paris, Marin shows she is a force to be reckoned with
The last five years have been tough for the Spaniard but the All England triumph showed the tide may finally be turning
Updated on Mar 18, 2024 11:13 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
All England badminton: Lakshya goes down fighting in semis
The Indian, the 2022 finalist, lost to Indonesia's Jonatan Christie in three games in Birmingham on Saturday
Published on Mar 16, 2024 11:50 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
All England Open: 'Tired' Rankireddy-Shetty lose in second round
The top seeds went down 16-21, 15-21 in 41 minutes to Indonesians Muhammad Shohibul Fikri and Maulana Bagas.
Published on Mar 15, 2024 11:11 PM IST
Shamsher Singh hopes to make his mark in Paris too
A surprise pick in Tokyo, the attacking midfielder is now an accomplished player whose adaptability is key for India
Published on Mar 15, 2024 09:17 PM IST
All England: Driven by 'persistence and resilience', Lakshya Sen beats Antonsen
The 22-year-old earned his biggest win in several months as he beat world No.3 Anders Antonsen to reach the men’s singles quarter-finals of the All England Open
Published on Mar 14, 2024 11:43 PM IST
'Don’t have to hit sixes every ball to have an SR of 180': Laura Wolvaardt
The Gujarat Giants didn't have a great WPL but when they did win, the South African opener did her part.
Published on Mar 14, 2024 09:06 PM IST
All England badminton: Lakshya Sen in second round
He runs into world No.3 Anders Antonsen in the next round of the BWF Super 1000 tournament being held in Birmingham
Published on Mar 13, 2024 11:25 PM IST
All England: Axelsen extends domination over one-time rival Srikanth
Both players announced their arrival on the world stage in 2017 but while the Dane has become stronger, the Indian is struggling big time
Updated on Mar 13, 2024 12:32 AM IST
WPL 2024: Deepti Sharma knock in vain as Gujarat Giants beat UP Warriorz
Beth Mooney's unbeaten 74 helps GG to a challenging total and Warriorz lose by 8 runs despite Deepti Sharma's 60-ball 88*.
Published on Mar 11, 2024 11:36 PM IST
French Open champions Satwik-Chirag target All England success
At a tournament which holds a special place for Indian badminton, the world No.1 pair will bid to end a 23-year wait.
Published on Mar 11, 2024 10:58 PM IST
With the right package, 2024 could be Kush Maini's year
The 23-year-old knows this could be a make-or-break season for him and so far, he has made all the right decisions.
Published on Mar 11, 2024 10:57 PM IST
WPL: Mumbai cruise to 42-run win against UP
A fighting performance by MI saw them get their fourth win in six matches
Published on Mar 07, 2024 11:21 PM IST
Gujarat Giants secure season's first win in WPL 2024
Openers Mooney and Wolvaardt put together a stand of 140 runs to beat RCB out of the game.
Updated on Mar 07, 2024 06:21 AM IST
Where does the India women's hockey team go from here?
Not qualifying for the Olympics was a huge blow and it is important that the team sets new goals quickly.
Updated on Mar 05, 2024 06:28 AM IST
WPL: Sophie Ecclestone spins web, Grace Harris takes UP Warriorz to victory
Chasing 143, the Warriorz reached the target with 4.2 overs to spare and handed Gujarat Giants another defeat
Updated on Mar 01, 2024 11:28 PM IST
Delhi Capitals climb to top of standings with win over RCB in high-scoring tie
Quickfire knocks by Shafali Verma and Alice Capsey set the platform for what proved to be a comfortable win over Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Updated on Mar 01, 2024 12:46 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
It has become too difficult now: Hockey India’s long-serving CEO Norman resigns
During Norman’s time, the Indian team clinched an Olympic medal, a bronze, to end a 41-year long wait while the women finished an unprecedented fourth.
Published on Feb 27, 2024 10:01 PM IST
Asian team title boosts India ahead of Uber Cup challenge
Despite top teams resting their best, India's BATC triumph was commendable. The Uber Cup from April 28 to May 5 will be a tough test
Published on Feb 26, 2024 10:30 PM IST
No Paris berth, tactical shortcomings marred Shopman's term
The Dutch woman who quit as Indian women's hockey coach is seen as not building a bench or work more on indirect penalty corners
Updated on Feb 26, 2024 08:57 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Like Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu, Anmol Kharb has had an early impact
India chief coach Gopichand believes the 17-year-old has the energy and fearlessness to pull off the big wins
Published on Feb 19, 2024 10:58 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
India women clinch Badminton Asia Team Championships title
Teenager Anmol Kharb once again stepped up to win the decider as India subdued Thailand 3-2 in the final in Malaysia.
Updated on Feb 18, 2024 10:43 PM IST
Badminton Asia Team C'ships: Young guns steer India into final
India beat Japan 3-2 in the semis, set up title clash against Thailand on Sunday.
Updated on Feb 17, 2024 11:33 PM IST
Last season was the most viewed NBA season in India: Mark Tatum
NBA deputy commissioner Mark Tatum said the 2022-23 garnered over 100 million unique viewers in India across linear, social media and digital media platforms.
Published on Feb 15, 2024 11:41 PM IST
Gaurav Gill to return to World Rally Championship-2 this year
The 42-year-old plans to take part in at least ‘five to six’ rallies, starting with the Safari Rally in Kenya from March 28-31
Updated on Feb 14, 2024 09:06 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
PR Sreejesh: Vintage and winning it
The Tokyo Olympics bronze would have been enough for most, but India's hockey goalkeeper is still going strong at 35 with Paris ahead
Published on Feb 12, 2024 11:04 PM IST
Full focus to go with half-smash is rising shuttler Priyanshu Rajawat's mantra
The 22-year-old is regarded as the player who will soon challenge India's top players like HS Prannoy, K Srikanth and Lakshya Sen
Published on Feb 10, 2024 11:55 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Challenging situation but plans in place: Fulton on Varun Kumar's rape case
The defender has withdrawn from the squad and that means the Indian team has a gap to fill
Published on Feb 10, 2024 01:38 PM IST
Dion Gowda: New kid on the formula racing block
After a solid show in the British Formula 4 Championship, the 16-year-old will be racing in the Italian Championship this year
Published on Feb 09, 2024 08:37 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi