Sharad Deep is a versatile sports journalist, who loves writing on cricket and Olympic sport. He has played cricket at the university level and has been writing for Hindustan Times since 1997.
Articles by Sharad Deep
Syed Modi badminton: Sindhu ends two-year title wait, Sen too wins
The twice Olympic medallist eased to her third win in the tournament for her first title since the 2022 Commonwealth Games
Published on Dec 01, 2024 10:05 PM IST
Syed Modi International: Sindhu, Sen enter final
The two-time Olympic medallist beat Unnati Hooda and Lakshya downed Japan’s Shogo Ogawa in the semis
Updated on Nov 30, 2024 10:00 PM IST
Disappointed Kashyap calls for professionalism
Parupalli Kashyap criticizes India's badminton scene for lacking professionalism, despite having talent, and calls for better support and compensation for coaches.
Published on Nov 29, 2024 09:40 PM IST
Syed Modi International: Hooda sets up semis clash against Sindhu
The 17-year-old rising sensation beat Indo-American shuttler Ishika Jaiswal 21-16, 21-9 to set up a last-four encounter with PV Sindhu
Published on Nov 29, 2024 07:10 PM IST
Syed Modi International: Sindhu survives scare, Sen advances
The world No.18 former world champion was stretched to three games by world No.147 Ira Sharma in the second round clash
Published on Nov 28, 2024 08:41 PM IST
Sindhu, Lakshya top singles draws in Syed Modi badminton
India’s top woman player is looking to regain form after her disappointment at the Paris Olympics in August
Published on Nov 25, 2024 09:25 PM IST
Neeraj Chopra to wait before groin surgery decision
India’s double Olympic medallist is focused on rehab and will resume new season before taking the big call
Published on Oct 19, 2024 10:58 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh hockey and its road to revival
The land that produced hockey greats Dhyan Chand and Mohammed Shahid is witnessing a new coaching culture that is having a positive impact on youngsters
Updated on Oct 16, 2024 07:13 PM IST
Ranji Trophy: Chance for India hopefuls to stake their claim
The new Ranji Trophy season will allow many young players to impress the national selectors ahead of the Australia tour
Updated on Oct 11, 2024 09:37 AM IST
Selection isn’t in my hands: Abhimanyu Easwaran
The India dream remains, but the opener’s focus is to build on a great start to the season with three back-to-back hundreds
Published on Oct 06, 2024 09:04 PM IST
From driving auto to leading Mumbai’s attack, Juned hits the fast lane
The 24-year-old pacer made his first-class debut for Mumbai in Irani Cup and now dreams of playing Ranji Trophy for the 42-time winners
Updated on Oct 06, 2024 05:24 AM IST
Mumbai reclaim Irani Cup after 27 years
No.8 Kotian’s 114* sealed a draw versus Rest of India on the final day; Ranji champions won on the basis of first innings lead
Published on Oct 05, 2024 09:22 PM IST
Irani Cup: Shaw, spinners rule the day
On Day 4, Mumbai took a 121-run lead in the first innings and then stretched their advantage to to 246 at close
Published on Oct 04, 2024 10:49 PM IST
Irani Cup: Sarfaraz’s ‘emotional’ double ton powers Mumbai
The 26-year-old says he was determined to crack a double, one for himself and the other for his brother Musheer who is recovering from a road accident
Published on Oct 03, 2024 08:53 PM IST
Irani Cup: Easwaran ton leads Rest of India’s reply
The prolific batter scored his third successive first-class ton, ending Day 3 on an unbeaten 151 as Rest of India trail Mumbai by 248 runs.
Updated on Oct 03, 2024 07:53 PM IST
Sarfaraz double ton puts Mumbai on top
The batter showed his form and appetite for big scores, remaining 221* at stumps on Day 2 of the Irani Cup tie
Published on Oct 02, 2024 09:36 PM IST
Irani Cup: Rahane leads Mumbai rally after Mukesh’s strikes
The skipper (86*), Shreyas and Sarfaraz (54*) hit fifties after the Ranji champions were rocked by the Rest of India pacer on Day 1
Updated on Oct 01, 2024 09:32 PM IST
Proud to be part of this attack: Ashwin
In the Kanpur Test, Mominul's brave 107 couldn't save Bangladesh, bowled out for 146. India’s Ashwin shone, earning Player-of-the-Series honors.
Updated on Oct 01, 2024 08:35 PM IST
Forceful India too good for timid Bangladesh
Indian bowlers run through the visitors’ batting in the second innings, setting up an easy win in Kanpur for a 2-0 Test series sweep
Published on Oct 01, 2024 08:26 PM IST
Jaiswal, Rahul lead scoring blitz as India chase Kanpur Test win
India set a few records for “fastest” team scores on an action-packed Day 4 of the rain-hit Bangladesh Test in Kanpur
Updated on Sep 30, 2024 09:15 PM IST
Irani Cup: Shreyas, Mukesh in focus as Mumbai face RoI
Contenders for the Test squad will aim to impress in the game between the Ranji Trophy champions and Rest of India
Updated on Sep 30, 2024 07:43 PM IST
India v Bangladesh: Wet patches rule out play on Day 3 of Kanpur Test
The umpires called off play without a ball being bowled for the second day in a row due to wet patches on the field
Published on Sep 29, 2024 10:57 PM IST
India v Bangladesh 2nd Test: Wet blanket at the Green Park
Heavy overnight rain, drizzle in the morning and bad light ruled out play on Day 2 of the Kanpur match
Published on Sep 28, 2024 07:17 PM IST
Mumbai batter Musheer Khan has neck fracture
The batter, younger brother of India player Sarfaraz Khan, suffered injuries in a road accident near Lucknow on Friday night
Published on Sep 28, 2024 04:51 PM IST
Bangladesh fan claims he was assaulted before dehydration U-turn
The incident occurred during the lunch break on the opening day of the second Test at Kanpur’s Green Park
Published on Sep 27, 2024 08:44 PM IST
On damp day, Akash Deep the bright spot for India
The pacer impressed with his line and length to take take two wickets on a rain-affected Day 1 at Kanpur
Updated on Sep 27, 2024 08:35 PM IST
We all know the kind of player Rahul is: Nayar
India beat Bangladesh by 280 runs in the first Test. KL Rahul seeks to regain form, supported by assistant coach Nayar. Shakib retires from T20I.
Updated on Sep 26, 2024 10:05 PM IST
‘Baseless rumours’: UPCA rubbishes safety concerns in Kanpur for IND vs BAN Test
The association is confident about smooth conduct of the Test after reports that the C stand will not be able to take the load of the spectators
Updated on Sep 26, 2024 11:18 PM IST
Kanpur Test: Will rain throw a googly India’s way?
Picking the right combination will be vital and the Indian team management will need to have several plans in place
Published on Sep 26, 2024 09:24 PM IST
Learning from skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli: Akash Deep
The pacer, who has taken 118 wickets in first-class cricket, is finding his feet at the international level
Updated on Sep 25, 2024 09:36 PM IST