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Articles by Prateek Srivastava
What Afghanistan have done that Bangladesh haven't in more than two decades
In such a short time, how have the Afghans become the second-best white-ball team in Asia, even ahead of Pakistan and Sri Lanka?
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 03:24 PM IST
Who is Willian, the Messi xerox considered the best in Brazil since Neymar
Willian joined Palmeiras’ youth academy in 2021. In 2017, the Sau Paulo-based club had tried to have him on board but Cruzeiro beat them to his signature
Published on Jun 24, 2024 06:57 PM IST
Rohit, Kohli look like fish out of water, stand in way of India winning T20 WC
India are unlikely to win the T20 World Cup if Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma continue to open.
Updated on Jun 21, 2024 12:00 PM IST
Messi set to appear one last time? Emotional scenes expected in Copa America
If it’s going to Messi's last international tournament, we have seen him enough in action to know that he is going to do his damnedest to win another trophy.
Published on Jun 20, 2024 01:53 PM IST
Two In One: Great moment in European football as the Messi of Turkey does a CR7
Attacker Arda Guler, known as the Messi of Turkey, on Tuesday must have been under immense pressure considering the magnitude of the occasion.
Published on Jun 19, 2024 02:23 PM IST
Pakistan cricket sacrificed on altar of greed but it’s not the end of the road
Babar Azam has been accused of favouritism. But the truth of the matter is it’s the PCB that’s mainly responsible for the team’s ignominy in recent times.
Published on Jun 15, 2024 05:50 PM IST
Will the fading rivalry with Messi bring out the best in Ronaldo at Euro 2024?
Although a Euros trophy pales in comparison with a World Cup, Ronaldo will be able to add wings to his fading legacy particularly in international football.
Published on Jun 14, 2024 05:12 PM IST
Liverpool’s grand implosion: Utopian bubble bursts in massive embarrassment
Technically Liverpool are not out of contention for the title but deep inside fans know they can't win it now.
Published on Apr 29, 2024 07:49 PM IST
Despair turns to hope: Rafael Nadal is not a goner yet
Nadal had sounded quite vague at the start of the tournament, like he was not sure of his participation at the French Open.
Published on Apr 28, 2024 04:28 PM IST
Why can't Kohli, Rohit be intellectually honest? Stoinis compels fans to think
Unlike Australia, the art of letting go is not Indian cricket's strength.
Published on Apr 24, 2024 03:33 PM IST
T20 World Cup debate: Chahal one-dimensional, lacks control despite IPL legend
Yuzvendra Chahal is making heads turn with his performances in the IPL, but it may not be convincing enough to book him a place in India's T20 World Cup squad.
Published on Apr 23, 2024 01:56 PM IST
Barca slayer Bellingham does justice to Zidane and jersey No.5 in Clasico
The tie at the Santiago Bernabeu was heading for a 2-2 draw when Bellingham breathtakingly scored the winner for Real Madrid.
Updated on Apr 22, 2024 04:51 PM IST
Prateek Srivastava, New Delhi
Karthik has unrealistic T20 WC expectations and he has to learn to let it go
Dinesh Karthik can run hard between the wickets and launch the ball deep into the stands, but it’s not enough!
Published on Apr 21, 2024 02:14 PM IST
How Cole Palmer, jilted by Manchester City, became Chelsea’s heart-throb
At present, Chelsea are placed ninth -- that too after a recent good run. Fans are in distress and Palmer has been the only shining light for them so far.
Published on Apr 19, 2024 07:01 PM IST
Let's select India's T20 World Cup squad: Who gets picked and who misses out
Presenting a rough outline of India's T20 World Cup squad.
Published on Apr 18, 2024 12:34 PM IST
Shh! Mbappe is a generational player and should be treated with respect
Mbappe is no ordinary player. He is only 25 years of age and has already won a World Cup. With a little bit of luck, he could have won his second.
Published on Apr 17, 2024 11:50 AM IST
MS Dhoni proves 'short and sweet' is the way forward in IPL 2024
MS Dhoni, for the second successive time, promoted himself ahead of Ravindra Jadeja - yes, he can still do that!
Updated on Apr 16, 2024 05:04 PM IST
Prateek Srivastava, New Delhi
No longer a bridesmaid, Xabi’s Bayer Leverkusen is the success story of year
Such has been Leverkusen’s dominance this season that they won the title with five matches still to go.
Updated on Apr 15, 2024 10:01 PM IST
Liverpool in suicide mode? Klopp drama hurting them on the pitch
On Sunday evening, Liverpool crashed to a 0-1 defeat against Crystal Palace in the Premier League.
Updated on Apr 15, 2024 11:48 AM IST
Accused of killing wife, sentenced for armed robbery: Tainted legacy of Simpson
Once accused of killing wife and her male friend, sentenced for armed robbery, American football legend leaves behind a tainted legacy.
Published on Apr 13, 2024 07:53 PM IST
Meet the new football sensation Pau Cubarsi whose defence flattened Mbappe's PSG
Kylian Mbappe was not ready for 17-year-old Pau Cubarsi as the youngster was a constant obstacle for PSG.
Published on Apr 11, 2024 04:26 PM IST
Who is Amorim, hotly tipped to take the place of Klopp as Liverpool boss?
Amorim's style of play is quite similar to that of Klopp. Off the ball, Amorim too goes for aggressive press. He is also a big fan of quick counter-attacks.
Published on Apr 10, 2024 06:01 PM IST
Is MS Dhoni over it? CSK legend's reluctance to bat up raises questions
Truth is MS Dhoni doesn't look interested in batting this season. If one pays attention to the following details, it's easy to figure out why…
Updated on Apr 08, 2024 11:32 AM IST
Is Ravindra Jadeja a spent force as numbers put T20 WC selection in danger?
In recent years, it appears Jadeja has chosen to be a safe player. Good enough to retain his place in the team but never exciting, trustworthy enough.
Published on Apr 06, 2024 11:46 AM IST
Criticism of Haaland is nothing but ravings of a jealous former Man Utd star
The former Manchester United defender pulled no punches and said Haaland is “almost like a League Two player.”
Published on Apr 03, 2024 05:24 PM IST
Alonso uses mind, not heart and should be applauded for sticking to Leverkusen
It must have been emotional for Xabi Alonso to particularly turn down Liverpool with whom he got his first big break.
Published on Apr 01, 2024 10:16 PM IST
Rishabh Pant dispels fears and Prithvi Shaw instils hope on Resurrection Sunday
Rishabh Pant and Prithvi Shaw played very different innings, both promising to give them and Delhi Capitals a lot more assurance.
Updated on Apr 01, 2024 01:06 PM IST
Virat Kohli’s slow strike rate vs KKR adds fuel to fire, can he see the smoke?
Virat Kohli is a champion player, but the time has come for him to fully understand he needs to change his batting approach in T20s.
Published on Mar 30, 2024 09:39 AM IST
Parting with Ivanisevic shows Djokovic is worried after bad start to 2024
Ivanisevic has turned out to be the main casualty for everything Djokovic had planned but couldn't achieve in the early months of the new year.
Published on Mar 28, 2024 06:05 PM IST
300 loading in IPL after Hyderabad batters burn Mumbai bowlers at the stake?
In reply to SRH's record 277, MI posted 246. This points to one thing. That it wouldn’t be long before the IPL sees the 300-mark breached.
Published on Mar 28, 2024 10:55 AM IST
