The 2036 bidding process will be a marathon, but right now India’s entry is seen as a concrete expression of interest and is more evidence of its desire to take a seat at the global high table
Rohit Sharma’s imperious form could not have come at a better time
Netherlands cricket came of age on an evening that saw South Africa batting wilting after a determined Dutch tail, helped by some poor fielding, set a target of 245 for the Proteas
After a batting collapse, Sri Lanka fail to use strike bowlers Madushana and Theekshana during key overs and allow Australia to consolidate and canter home
Afghans displayed superior tactics and a fierce desire to win as master striker Rashid Khan started his spell only in the 16th over and ended the English resistance by the 41st over
KL Rahul’s knock against Australia will become the stuff of cricket folklore
Higher budgets, better training and less red tape have unshackled talent, making Indian sport more socially diverse and competitive
The sports minister sees India’s success at the Asian Games as proof that medals will no longer be a rarity. He tells Rajeev Deshpande why podium finishes at the 2024 Paris Olympics are well within reach