The scenes at The Chepauk, yesterday evening, were unprecedented. Chennai Super Kings’ fortress was not only breached but pounded by an enigma called Marcus Stoinis. The gentle Nawabs of Lucknow, for a change had donned a different garb. They were not going away without a win, the Sea of Yellow had to be silenced, aContinue reading “Jo Jeeta Wahi ‘ Marcus ‘”
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Hardik’s Mumbai…Tamed
A High Stakes Contest The scenes at Ahmedabad were unprecedented as Mumbai Indians travelled to Ahmedabad to face Gujarat Titans in their much anticipated, high octane season opener on Sunday night. The stakes were high as Hardik Pandya had crossed over to MI from GT, replacing Rohit Sharma as Captain, causing much heart burn forContinue reading “Hardik’s Mumbai…Tamed”
South Africa’s Centurion Statement
The Underdogs With victories in both the T20s and the ODIs, the Indian Contingent took the field in the 1st Test at the Super Sports Park, with considerable confidence, looking to conquer the elusive Rainbow Nation bastion. The South Africans too had not posed much of a challenge in White ball games and were theContinue reading “South Africa’s Centurion Statement”
Virat, Rahul and Bowlers Rise as Australia ‘Drop’ The Plot
A Much Awaited Encounter It was a much-awaited encounter at Chepauk and though of late India has held sway over the Australians in ODIs, a World Cup game is a different kettle of fish. However, if my pre-World Cup Post is anything to go by, my views on the present Indian and Australian Teams areContinue reading “Virat, Rahul and Bowlers Rise as Australia ‘Drop’ The Plot”
ICC Cricket World Cup : The Buzz is Getting Louder
A Pot Boiler In The Making Cricket enthusiasts, critics, commentators, former players, fans and anyone with even the faintest knowledge of cricket are filling up the print, visual and social media space. Its pouring views on the upcoming ultimate challenge in cricket, the World Cup, to be held in India early next month. The BuzzContinue reading “ICC Cricket World Cup : The Buzz is Getting Louder”
Tenacious Lucknow, Outmanoeuvre Rajasthan
IPL16 : Rajasthan Royals (RR) vs Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)- Match 26 : Jaipur A Gripping Contest It was a slow drama, unfolding at a snail’s pace, very unlike of a T20 game, but it was gripping none the less, akin to a cat and mouse affair. The ones who were in front for mostContinue reading “Tenacious Lucknow, Outmanoeuvre Rajasthan”
Resolute Kings Outwit Nawabs
IPL 16 : Lucknow Super Giants ( LSG ) vs Punjab Kings – Match 21 : Lucknow Kings On The Backfoot The Lucknow Super Giants were on a high after a nail biting last ball victory against RCB a few nights ago. The Nawabs of Lucknow had chased down a mammoth 212 to record anContinue reading “Resolute Kings Outwit Nawabs”
Chennai Defend Fortress…But Only Just
IPL 16 : CSK vs LSG – Match 6 : ChennaiThe MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai was witness to an absorbing run-fest on Monday evening, as Chennai Super Kings ( CSK ) , played host to Lucknow Super Giants ( LSG ), who travelled down south to challenge the Yellow Army. The fans came inContinue reading “Chennai Defend Fortress…But Only Just”
Woody Lucknow Slay Delhi On Home Turf
IPL 16 : Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs Delhi Capitals (DC) – Match 3 : Lucknow The cool Saturday Awadhi evening was witness to a Game of some scorching pace as Lucknow’s very own took on the power packed, star studded Delhi Capitals at the strikingly attractive Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. The aerial viewContinue reading “Woody Lucknow Slay Delhi On Home Turf”
My City My Team
The Indian Premium League ( IPL ), the cricket carnival in its 15th edition this year has a different look and feel and particularly with two new teams in Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants, the competition has become much more intense and electric. The standard of play too has been exceptional and of the highestContinue reading “My City My Team”