When Parmesh Gahlawat and his doctor wife Naveen Kumari were blessed with their first child in 2006, the family’s mood was sombre rather than that of unfettered joy. It was a girl child, and they named her Tapasya. As has largely been the case in rural Haryana, the preference for sons is prominent. Parmesh, by…
Chennai: Long distance runner Ankita Dhyani competed in 3000m steeplechase for the first time only in September last year. But in less than 12 months, the 23-year-old Ankita has quickly climbed the ladder and currently occupies the 38th spot in the ‘Road to Tokyo’ standings for the upcoming World Championships.“I have shown good improvement in…
Sachin Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli NEW DELHI: The friendship between Sachin Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli has long been one of cricket’s most talked-about stories. Their childhood bond, highlighted by the iconic 664-run partnership in school cricket, remains part of the game’s folklore. Now, as Kambli battles illness and continues a long road to recovery after…
With Shubman Gill returning to the Indian squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, the focus has shifted to India’s opening combination. Both Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma have been in excellent form, scoring freely and keeping the tempo high. However, the inclusion of Gill, who has been named vice-captain, could see one of them…
R Ashwin and Rahul Dravid NEW DELHI: Former India head coach Rahul Dravid and senior spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revisited a controversial moment from the 2023 Border-Gavaskar Trophy during the latest episode of Kutti Stories with Ash. The incident revolved around Ashwin facing backlash for allegedly helping Australia through a Tamil-language YouTube video on playing spin…
Magnus Carlsen and spectators at Freestyle Chess Las Vegas (Screengrab & Stev Bongage) NEW DELHI: Have you ever stepped into the playing hall of a chess tournament? The atmosphere feels almost sacred. A vast space, rows of tables stretching endlessly with chessboards and pieces in their eternal black-and-white standoff. Players sit hunched, brows furrowed, as…
Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid as captain and coach (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images) Former India head coach Rahul Dravid has spoken about his experience of working with Rohit Sharma, offering insights into the captain’s leadership style during his tenure. In a recent video posted on R Ashwin’s YouTube channel, Dravid reflected on Rohit’s care…
File Pic: Suryakumar Yadav and Varun Chakaravarthy The announcement of India’s 15-member squad for the 2025 Asia Cup has sparked plenty of debate, with the elevation of Test skipper Shubman Gill as T20I vice-captain and the return of spearhead Jasprit Bumrah grabbing headlines. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!While big names…
NEW DELHI: Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has strongly questioned the exclusion of Shreyas Iyer from India’s 2025 Asia Cup squad, calling it a “tad bit unfair.” The BCCI on Tuesday named a 15-member squad, along with five reserves, for the tournament — but Iyer’s absence has triggered widespread debate.Go Beyond The Boundary with our…
Sanju and Saly Samson combine to get the first wicket for Kochi Blue Tigers (Screengrabs/X) Adani Trivandrum RoyalsSanju Samson marked his return to action in style, combining with his brother Saly Samson to take the first wicket for his team in the Kerala Cricket League season on Thursday, August 21. Playing as vice-captain for Kochi…
