Articles by Rishabh Gupta
Calculators out as Romania meet Slovakia in never-seen-before group stage finish
Romania and Slovakia play on Wednesday night, but draw isn't on anyone's mind – at least in the team camps.
![Romania's players huddle prior to the UEFA Euro 2024 Group E match(AFP) Romania's players huddle prior to the UEFA Euro 2024 Group E match(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/26/148x111/FBL-EURO-2024-MATCH22-BEL-ROU-174_1719393861736_1719394007488.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:16 AM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Frankfurt
When Ronaldo mania gripped Leipzig
Leipzig, or Lisbon? It was hard to differentiate, as Ronaldo's Portugal visited the city for its opening match against Czech Republic in Euro 2024.
![Supporters of Portugal hold an image of Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo in the tribune prior to the UEFA Euro 2024 Group F football match between Portugal and the Czech Republic at the Leipzig Stadium(AFP) Supporters of Portugal hold an image of Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo in the tribune prior to the UEFA Euro 2024 Group F football match between Portugal and the Czech Republic at the Leipzig Stadium(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/22/148x111/FBL-EURO-2024-MATCH12-POR-CZE-14_1719048283439_1719048309915.jpg)
Published on Jun 22, 2024 03:07 PM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Leipzig
Out of position, but hardly out of place: Bruno Fernandes steps up for Portugal
Portugal's star midfielder Bruno Fernandes made a mark with an exemplary performance in the side's Euro 2024 opener against Czech Republic.
![Portugal's midfielder #08 Bruno Fernandes (C) controls the ball between Czech Republic's defender #05 Vladimir Coufal (L) and Czech Republic's defender #04 Robin Hranac (R)(AFP) Portugal's midfielder #08 Bruno Fernandes (C) controls the ball between Czech Republic's defender #05 Vladimir Coufal (L) and Czech Republic's defender #04 Robin Hranac (R)(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/19/148x111/FBL-EURO-2024-MATCH12-POR-CZE-332_1718789786840_1718789935747.jpg)
Published on Jun 19, 2024 03:11 PM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Leipzig
Euro 2024: Ronaldo kept silent Portugal secure scratchy 2-1 win in opener
Portugal emerged victors in a stellar injury-time comeback as Czech Republic faced a heartbreaking 1-2 loss in their Euro 2024 opener.
![Portugal's Francisco Conceicao, left, celebrates his side's second goal during a Group F match between Portugal and Czech Republic(AP) Portugal's Francisco Conceicao, left, celebrates his side's second goal during a Group F match between Portugal and Czech Republic(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/18/148x111/Euro-2024-Soccer-Portugal-Czech-Republic-155_1718746929394_1718746948415.jpg)
Published on Jun 19, 2024 03:13 AM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Leipzig
Cristiano Ronaldo, reloaded: Reimagined Portugal set to take on the Euros
Cristiano Ronaldo still remains the side's top attacker, but Roberto Martinez's Portugal is a lot more than just its star striker.
![Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo (C) runs during a training session of Portugal's national football team, during the UEFA Euro 2024 European football Championship(AFP) Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo (C) runs during a training session of Portugal's national football team, during the UEFA Euro 2024 European football Championship(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/18/148x111/FBL-EURO-2024-POR-TRAINING-6_1718712803593_1718712848630.jpg)
Published on Jun 18, 2024 05:45 PM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Leipzig
Feeling the adverse 'Impact'? More India stars raise concerns over IPL rule
The Impact Player rule may be aiding the run-fest this IPL season, but it is certainly not popular among the bowlers
![Delhi Capitals' Axar Patel (C) during an IPL 2024 match(AFP) Delhi Capitals' Axar Patel (C) during an IPL 2024 match(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/22/148x111/CRICKET-IND-IPL-T20-DELHI-HYDERABAD-26_1713824142828_1713824157128.jpg)
Published on Apr 23, 2024 08:48 AM IST
Rishabh Pant 'too good to not get picked' for T20 WC: Ponting backs DC captain
Rishabh Pant has made a strong return to competitive cricket, and is among the many names being discussed for a T20 World Cup spot.
![Delhi Capitals' captain Rishabh Pant plays a shot during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Arun Jaitley Stadium(AFP) Delhi Capitals' captain Rishabh Pant plays a shot during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Arun Jaitley Stadium(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/22/148x111/CRICKET-IND-IPL-T20-DELHI-HYDERABAD-10_1713820026648_1713820046377.jpg)
Published on Apr 23, 2024 06:26 AM IST
'If you're under pressure, just give the strike to Rishabh Pant': Tristan Stubbs
Tristan Stubbs has been one of the best players for the Capitals in the 2024 season so far, smashing 174 runs in five games.
![Delhi Capitals' skipper Rishabh Pant and Tristan Stubbs celebrate their partnership during the match against Kolkata Knight Riders (ANI) Delhi Capitals' skipper Rishabh Pant and Tristan Stubbs celebrate their partnership during the match against Kolkata Knight Riders (ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/12/148x111/ANI-20240403375-0_1712912008974_1712912032896.jpg)
Published on Apr 12, 2024 02:25 PM IST
RCB title drought 'one of the main reasons' behind taking this job: Andy Flower
RCB head coach Andy Flower spoke on his motivation behind taking over the role at the franchise.
![RCB head coach Andy Flower(RCB) RCB head coach Andy Flower(RCB)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/03/20/148x111/flower_rcb_1710900047841_1710900055926.jpg)
Published on Mar 20, 2024 07:33 AM IST
Revolutionising Indian volleyball, one game at a time: David Lee leads change
David Lee is currently the head coach of Bengaluru Torpedoes in the Prime Volleyball League
![David Lee with Bengaluru Torpedoes(PVL) David Lee with Bengaluru Torpedoes(PVL)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/03/13/148x111/David_Lee_1710310255327_1710310271890.jpg)
Published on Mar 13, 2024 11:44 AM IST
Want to be a team that appeals to entire state: UP Warriorz owner Jinisha Sharma
Jinisha Sharma, the owner of UP Warriorz, sat with Hindustan Times to talk about her ambitions with the WPL franchise.
![UP Warriorz players in action during WPL 2024(PTI) UP Warriorz players in action during WPL 2024(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/03/07/148x111/PTI03-07-2024-000356B-0_1709839052274_1709839073320.jpg)
Published on Mar 08, 2024 12:20 PM IST
'Next season, no bowling': MS Dhoni's unusual demand from Maheesh Theekshana
Chennai Super Kings are the defending champions of the Indian Premier League and Maheesh Theekshana played a key role in the side's title win last year.
![MS Dhoni talks to Maheesh Theekshana during IPL 2023(AP) MS Dhoni talks to Maheesh Theekshana during IPL 2023(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/31/148x111/theekshana_dhoni_1706696640098_1706696657007.webp)
Published on Jan 31, 2024 03:58 PM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Dubai
Striking the right balance in modern-day cricket: Is it possible anymore?
Amid the fanfare surrounding the ILT20 in the UAE, a serious question kept pervading in cricketing circles: What's the future of cricket going to be like?
![A still from the match at the International League T20 (ILT20)(ILT20) A still from the match at the International League T20 (ILT20)(ILT20)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/29/148x111/Sharjah_Warriors_team_members_celebrate_1706572051993_1706572065257.jpg)
Published on Jan 30, 2024 09:10 AM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Dubai
‘How do the Gills, the Jaiswals get Test double tons?’: Doull expresses worry
Simon Doull, in a chat with Hindustan Times on the sidelines of the ILT20, spoke in detail about the nature of tracks in Test cricket.
![India's Shubman Gill watches the ball after playing a shot during the first day of the first cricket Test match between South Africa and India(AFP) India's Shubman Gill watches the ball after playing a shot during the first day of the first cricket Test match between South Africa and India(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/24/148x111/CRICKET-RSA-IND-28_1706090728226_1706090747223.jpg)
Published on Jan 24, 2024 03:38 PM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Abu Dhabi
Andy Flower on Bazball vs India: ‘Show them that you’re comfortable in defence'
Former England head coach Andy Flower spoke in detail about the ‘Bazball’ approach and whether it would work in Indian conditions.
![Andy Flower during his time with England cricket team(Getty Images) Andy Flower during his time with England cricket team(Getty Images)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/24/148x111/andy_flower_1706078277331_1706078277632.jpg)
Published on Jan 24, 2024 12:09 PM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Dubai
'Thank god I'm not playing now. The way batters insult bowlers these days...'
Shoaib Akhtar spoke in great detail about the advent of franchise leagues in modern-day cricket at the sidelines of the ILT20 in Dubai.
![Shoaib Akhtar Shoaib Akhtar](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/22/148x111/akhtar_1705900642750_1705900642991.jpg)
Published on Jan 22, 2024 10:50 AM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Dubai
‘Rohit shouldn’t have been allowed to bat again’: AFG star’s fierce take
Afghanistan's Karim Janat, who was part of the third T20I against India, spoke about the double Super Over game during a chat at the DP World ILT20.
![India's captain Rohit Sharma plays a shot during the super over of third and final Twenty20 international cricket match between India and Afghanistan(AFP) India's captain Rohit Sharma plays a shot during the super over of third and final Twenty20 international cricket match between India and Afghanistan(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/21/148x111/CRICKET-IND-AFG-T20-85_1705796352365_1705796373577.jpg)
Updated on Jan 21, 2024 01:43 PM IST
‘Chahal is being ignored’: Harbhajan baffled at India leggie's T20I absence
In an interaction with Hindustan Times on the sidelines of DP World ILT20, Harbhajan Singh spoke in detail about India's T20 World Cup preparations
![Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh speaks about the T20 World Cup, and India's Test series against England(AP) Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh speaks about the T20 World Cup, and India's Test series against England(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/21/148x111/Britain-Cricket-India-Australia-0_1686743957567_1705795626044.jpg)
Updated on Jan 21, 2024 08:47 AM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Sharjah
'It's a reflection of society. People don't have time': Moody on Tests' decline
Desert Vipers coach Tom Moody spoke in detail about the reasons behind Test cricket's steady decline in the past few years.
![Tom Moody during his stint as Sri Lanka head coach(Getty Images) Tom Moody during his stint as Sri Lanka head coach(Getty Images)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/20/148x111/sri-lanka-nets_38d6f2f4-4f18-11eb-98bd-18b55e3bb9aa_1705732439816.jpg)
Updated on Jan 21, 2024 06:38 AM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Dubai
Holder proposes football model to save Test: ‘Australia, India are way, way up’
Jason Holder is currently taking part in the ILT20, as he gears up to represent the Dubai Capitals.
Published on Jan 20, 2024 11:28 AM IST
Rishabh Gupta, Dubai
India Open: 'Man on a Mission' Priyanshu Rajawat topples Lakshya on opening day
It seemed Priyanshu Rajawat was waiting for a rematch with Lakshya ever since the defeat in the Japan Open last year.
![Priyanshu Rajawat of India competes during the men's singles match against Lakshya Sen from India at the YONEX-SUNRISE India Open 2024 badminton tournament in New Delhi, India, on Tuesday(Hindustan Times) Priyanshu Rajawat of India competes during the men's singles match against Lakshya Sen from India at the YONEX-SUNRISE India Open 2024 badminton tournament in New Delhi, India, on Tuesday(Hindustan Times)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/16/148x111/India-Open-Priyanshu-18_1705421283219_1705421323306.jpg)
Published on Jan 16, 2024 09:47 PM IST
Rishabh Gupta, New Delhi
How Ganguly's phone call spurred Kumar Kushagra's massive IPL payday
Kumar Kushagra was bought by Delhi Capitals for INR 7.2 crore in the IPL 2024 auction. In an interview, he elaborates on how it all went through.
![Kumar Kushagra of Jharkhand during preliminary quarter final match of Ranji Trophy match against Nagaland, in Kolkata(PTI) Kumar Kushagra of Jharkhand during preliminary quarter final match of Ranji Trophy match against Nagaland, in Kolkata(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/01/148x111/PTI12-19-2023-000352A-0_1704079403995_1704079429264.jpg)
Updated on Jan 01, 2024 12:11 PM IST
Goalkeepers need to have many strings to their bow now, says Begovic | Interview
In an interaction with Hindustan Times, Asmir Begovic speaks about his move to QPR, the changes in modern goalkeeping, and his storied club career.
![Asmir Begovic playing for QPR.(X/Asmir Begovic) Asmir Begovic playing for QPR.(X/Asmir Begovic)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/12/22/148x111/asmir_begovic_1703242964723_1703242970730.jpg)
Published on Dec 22, 2023 04:35 PM IST
An electrician turned cricketer, who now dreams of playing with MS Dhoni
Muhammad Jawadullah migrated to a foreign land, balanced his day job with a passion for the game, and finally enjoyed a breakthrough 2023. This is his story.
Updated on Dec 10, 2023 11:50 AM IST
Rishabh Gupta, New Delhi
'Was scared about the format but trusted my process': Jawadullah ahead of final
Muhammad Jawadullah, the UAE pacer, made his maiden appearance in the Abu Dhabi T10 League as he played for the New York Strikers.
Published on Dec 09, 2023 03:45 PM IST
Afghanistan star sets his IPL target: Get picked by RCB, win title with Kohli
Zadran, who is currently plying trade at the Samp Army in Abu Dhabi T10 League, speaks about Afghanistan's WC heartbreak, and the shift in focus to T20s.
![Najibullah Zadran in action for the Samp Army in Abu Dhabi T10 League(ADT10) Najibullah Zadran in action for the Samp Army in Abu Dhabi T10 League(ADT10)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/12/07/148x111/afghanistan_najibullah_1701977485565_1701977493513.jpg)
Updated on Dec 08, 2023 10:47 AM IST
LaLiga joins hands with Turespaña to promote Spanish tourism through football
In a landmark move, Indian fans will have the opportunity to dive into the heart of Spain's rich culture.
![[Left To Right] Elena Perez-Villanueva Del Caz - Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Spain, Òscar Pujol - Director Instituto Cervantes in Delhi, Elisa Robles - Director, Turespaña and Aakriti Vohra - LALIGA Global Network Delegate, India(LaLiga) [Left To Right] Elena Perez-Villanueva Del Caz - Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Spain, Òscar Pujol - Director Instituto Cervantes in Delhi, Elisa Robles - Director, Turespaña and Aakriti Vohra - LALIGA Global Network Delegate, India(LaLiga)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/12/06/148x111/laliga_1701857916893_1701857917403.jpeg)
Published on Dec 06, 2023 03:50 PM IST
We are here to win, says Ashwal ahead of historic Club World C'ships campaign
Ahmedabad Defenders will become the first Indian club to take part in the World Championships, that begin on December 6 in Bengaluru.
![Ashwal Rai in action ahead of the Volleyball Club World Championships(X) Ashwal Rai in action ahead of the Volleyball Club World Championships(X)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/12/06/148x111/ashwal_rai_1701846005352_1701846010339.png)
Published on Dec 06, 2023 12:51 PM IST
Tanisha Crasto rallies for Paris again, this time with veteran Ponnappa
Tanisha Crasto's pairing with Ashwini Ponnappa has shown great promise in its first year, and the youngster firmly believes the only way is up.
![India's Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto pose for photos after wining the silver medal in the women's doubles event at the Syed Modi International 2023 badminton tournament(PTI) India's Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto pose for photos after wining the silver medal in the women's doubles event at the Syed Modi International 2023 badminton tournament(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/12/05/148x111/PTI12-03-2023-000433B-0_1701759294642_1701759312821.jpg)
Published on Dec 06, 2023 10:49 AM IST
Rishabh Gupta, New Delhi
Looming Champions League exit might allow Ten Hag to sort Man Utd crisis
Manchester United are reeling at the bottom of their Champions League group, and will face a high-flying Bayern Munich on the last match-day.
![Manchester United's Dutch manager Erik ten Hag looks on during the UEFA Champions League 1st round, day 5(AFP) Manchester United's Dutch manager Erik ten Hag looks on during the UEFA Champions League 1st round, day 5(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/12/02/148x111/FBL-EUR-C1-GALATASARAY-MANCHESTER-UNITED-53_1701485126038_1701485141064.jpg)
Published on Dec 02, 2023 08:20 AM IST