If a player earning $400,000 (approximately 2.1 crores) has willed to do wrong, can the rest of his genre be completely discounted? The fact that Sreesanth’s name has now surfaced is sure to open a can of worms, writes Karthik Parimal.
May 23 2013, 9:52 pm
Read MoreWoorkeri Venkat Raman, born May 23, 1965, was an Indian Test cricketer whose international career never fully took off, although there was no denying his prowess with the bat. After hanging up his boots, he has been contributing immensely to the game as a coach and a columnist. Karthik Parimal looks back at the brief career of the talented southpaw.
May 23 2013, 12:58 pm
Read MoreKeith Fletcher, born May 20, 1944, was one of England’s finest cricketing brains. Although he captained on just seven counts, he was an able advisor to the likes of Tony Lewis and Tony Greig. Karthik Parimal looks back at the career of this shrewd cricketer.
May 21 2013, 3:59 pm
Read MoreIf one were to pick a few attributes integral to the Indian Premier League (IPL), compulsive hitting, packed stands, fancy cheerleaders and, of course, the inevitable controversies spring readily to mind. However, one other facet that adds to the ever-bustling ambience of this flashy tournament is the presence of franchise owners, constantly emoting from the sidelines.
May 23 2013, 10:47 pm
Read MoreOn May 15, 1999, Hansie Cronje ran into the first of his many major troubles, when he plugged-in an earpiece, to receive instructions from coach Bob Woolmer, during South Africa’s first World Cup fixture against India. Karthik Parimal looks back at that incident and what followed thereafter.
May 15 2013, 1:16 pm
Read MoreOn May 13, 2003, West Indies pulled off a heist, against all odds, over Steve Waugh’s invincible line-up. Although the result didn’t alter the outcome of the series, it produced moments that will forever be etched in the memories of players and viewers alike. Karthik Parimal reviews the dramatic Test that saw West Indies register their largest successful run-chase.
May 13 2013, 12:01 pm
Read MoreUpul Chandana, born May 7, 1972, was one of Sri Lanka’s able leg-spinners, whose career coincided with that of Muttiah Muralitharan’s. Although they operated differently, the former was seldom consistent. Moreover, Murali’s effectiveness meant that Chandana’s services were sporadically used. Karthik Parimal looks back at his punctuated career.
May 7 2013, 3:59 pm
Read MoreOn May 8, 1985, New Zealand registered yet another collapse against West Indies, thereby conceding the series 2-0. Malcolm Marshall was the protagonist, finishing the contest as the highest wicket-taker — 27 wickets from four Tests — 12 ahead of the next best, Richard Hadlee. Karthik Parimal reviews the eventful Test.
May 8 2013, 10:54 am
Read MoreOn May 6, 1965, Bill Lawry and Bob Simpson scripted Australia’s highest opening partnership, a massive 382, in Australia’s total of 650 for six declared. The two collected double centuries, but it wasn’t enough to prevent West Indies from winning the series. Karthik Parimal looks back at that momentous day of Test cricket and a record that remains intact till date.
May 6 2013, 1:53 pm
Read MoreAndy Flower, born April 28, 1968, was unarguably the greatest cricketer to emerge from Zimbabwe, who tormented almost every opposition, irrespective of the conditions. Despite being a wicket-keeper, and a captain at that, his batting seldom took a dip. Karthik Parimal looks back at the magnificent career of the southpaw, who is currently England’s exceptional coach.
April 28 2013, 10:51 am
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