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Bihan Sengupta

Bihan is a multimedia correspondent and works with the sports desk in Mumbai. He mostly covers cricket but his interests include football, tennis and badminton as well.

Articles by Bihan Sengupta

Washington Sundar, youngest Twenty20 debutant continues rapid India rise

Washington Sundar became the youngest Twenty20 International debutant for India and his inclusion continued his rapid rise in the national side after making his ODI debut against Sri Lanka in Mohali.

Washington Sundar had an impressive debut in Twenty20 Internationals as he picked up 1/22 in four overs against Sri Lanka at the Wankhede stadium.(AFP)

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Updated on Dec 24, 2017 11:05 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

No Ashwin-Jadeja in India’s ODI squad for South Africa, Kedar Jadhav returns

Virat Kohli will lead India’s ODI squad, which will play six matches in South Africa in February. All-rounder Kedar Jadhav is back along with Mohammed Shami while R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja continue to be ignored.

R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja have not been included in India’s ODI squad for South Africa.(PTI)

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Updated on Dec 23, 2017 11:49 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Skipping warm-up games in South Africa will be hard on India: Ajit Wadekar

Ajit Wadekar said the Indian cricket team’s decision to skip a warm-up game during their tour to South Africa might turn out to be a hard one on the players vis-a-vis getting acclimatized to the conditions.

Ajit Wadekar, who was conferred the Dr Rameshwar Dayal Lifetime Achievement Award in Mumbai on Thursday, also had a few things to say about India’s upcoming tour of South Africa.(HT Photo)

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Updated on Dec 21, 2017 08:47 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

ATK finally notch first Indian Super League win against Mumbai City FC

Defending champions ATK finally scored their first Indian Super League win vs Mumbai City FC courtesy of Robin Singh’s goal at the Mumbai Football Arena, Mumbai on Sunday.

Zequinha and Robin Singh of ATK celebrate the latter’s winning goal during the Indian Super League match between Mumbai City FC and ATK held at the Mumbai Football Arena, Mumbai on 17th December 2017.(ISL / SPORTZPICS)

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Updated on Dec 17, 2017 11:47 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Felipe Drugovich sweeps all four races of MRF Challenge’s Abu Dhabi leg

Felipe Drugovich of Brazil needs just 25 points from the final four races of the MRF Challenge 2017, to be held in Chennai in February, to seal the overall championship.

Felipe Drugovich leads the pack during one of the races of the MRF Challenge 2017 Abu Dhabi leg at Yas Marina circuit on Friday night.(HT Photo)

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Published on Dec 15, 2017 11:20 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Abu Dhabi | ByBihan Sengupta

Felipe Drugovich qualifies on pole for Race 1 of MRF Challenge Abu Dhabi round

Felipe Drugovich beat Julien Falchero for pole while his nearest rival in terms of MRF Challenge 2017 championship standings, Presley Martono, was fourth fastest.

Felipe Drugovich was fastest in all three sessions of the MRF Challenge Abu Dhabi round at the Yas Marina circuit on Thursday -- topping the two free practice rounds as well as qualifying for Race 1.(HT Photo)

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Published on Dec 14, 2017 09:49 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Abu Dhabi | ByBihan Sengupta

How MS Dhoni’s brain works like magic on a cricket field

MS Dhoni left the Twitterati in awe after he aced the DRS call once again when Jasprit Bumrah was given out during India’s first ODi match against Sri Lanka in Dharamsala on Sunday.

MS Dhoni plays a shot during the first India vs Sri Lanka ODI encounter in Dharamsala on Sunday.(PTI)

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Updated on Dec 11, 2017 02:01 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Melbourne Renegades sign Mohammad Nabi, Pollard for Big Bash League 2017-18

Mohammad Nabi and Kieron Pollard will feature for Melbourne Renegades in the last leg of the Big Bash League 2017-18 season.

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Updated on Dec 09, 2017 09:38 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Like rain and light, make pollution a factor: Medical body slams BCCI

The third Test in Delhi between India and Sri Lanka made headlines for the wrong reasons. Delhi’s polluted air forced the Lankans to wear masks during the Feroze Shah Kotla match. Players of both teams fell sick too.

A Sri Lankan player, wearing a face mask, stands at the Feroz Shah Kotla during the third India vs Sri Lanka Test that ended in a draw on December 6, 2017. Delhi’s air pollution marred the match that ended in a draw.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Dec 07, 2017 12:38 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Here’s why Ravi Shastri was trolled on Twitter after Delhi Test smog fiasco

India cricket team coach Ravi Shastri was trolled after he walked out to the ground to have a chat with the umpires during the unprecedented stoppage due to smog.

Ravi Shastri (R) walked out in the middle when smog interrupted play during the India vs Sri Lanka Test match in New Delhi.(AFP)

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Updated on Dec 04, 2017 04:45 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Virat Kohli is the ‘greatest batsman of his generation’, says Kevin Pietersen

Virat Kohli received huge praise from Kevin Pietersen after his century against Sri Lanka in New Delhi as the Englishman called the Indian cricket team skipper the ‘greatest batsman of his generation’.

Virat Kohli raises his bat after scoring his century on Day 1 of the third India vs Sri Lanka Test match in New Delhi.(AFP)

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Updated on Dec 02, 2017 04:49 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

MS Dhoni tries hand at this adventure sport in his time away from cricket

With India playing a Test series against Sri Lanka, MS Dhoni is not involved in the cricket action and is trying his hand at an adventure sport

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Updated on Dec 02, 2017 02:50 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Sourav Ganguly reveals how Imran Khan came to his aid during Greg Chappell feud

Sourav Ganguly had lost both his captaincy and his place in the side under the-then Indian cricket team coach Greg Chappell, but a piece of advice from former Pakistan captain Imran Khan helped him turn the tables

Sourav Ganguly received advice from Imran Khan during the infamous Greg Chappell era(HT Photo)

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Updated on Dec 02, 2017 01:50 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Sourav Ganguly says ‘put his foot down’ for Anil Kumble’s selection for Australia

Sourav Ganguly has admitted that the Indian selectors were not too keen to pick Anil Kumble for the 2003-04 Australian series but the former Indian cricket team skipper was adamant that he would not sign the team sheet without the legspinner’s name.

Sourav Ganguly has revealed he refused the sign the team sheet ahead of India’s tour to Australia in 2003-04 if it did not include Anil Kumble’s name. India drew the series 1-1, with Kumble taking 24 wickets in three Tests.(AFP/Getty Images)

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Updated on Dec 01, 2017 02:11 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Mumbai City FC call for away stands in ISL after fans clash in Balewadi Stadium

A few fans on Twitter alleged that the travelling fans were attacked with sticks and stones during FC Pune City’s match against Mumbai City FC at the Balewadi Stadium in Pune.

Mumbai City FC players defend a corner during their Indian Super League (ISL) match against FC Pune at the Balewadi Stadium in Pune.(ISL / SPORTZPICS)

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Updated on Nov 30, 2017 04:35 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

South African batsman smashes 96-year old record, scores fastest triple hundred

South African cricketer Marco Marais got to his hundred in 68 deliveries, 200 in 139 deliveries and in the process eclipsed records set by a few batting greats like Viv Richards and Graeme Smith

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Updated on Nov 26, 2017 02:28 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Indian Super League: Mumbai City FC face stern test against table toppers FC Goa

Mumbai City FC lost their Indian Super League opener to Sunil Chettri-led Bengaluru FC, and will be hoping for a reverse in fortunes when they take on a formidable FC Goa.

Mumbai City FC suffered a loss in their first ISL game vs Bengaluru FC and will hope to avoid a similar result against a formidable FC Goa.(AFP)

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Updated on Nov 24, 2017 10:50 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Why is Sourav Ganguly ‘stung’ by this dangerous controversy that kills people

Sourav Ganguly will soon receive a notice from the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) after larvae of dengue mosquitoes was found at his residence in Behala.

Sourav Ganguly will be served a notice by Kolkata Municipal Corporation after larvae of dengue mosquitoes was found at his residence in Kolkata.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Nov 24, 2017 05:44 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Yuzvendra Chahal ‘checkmates’ Ish Sodhi in a different battle - This is how

Yuzvendra Chahal, the Indian cricket team legspinner and former chess player, scored two outright wins over Ish Sodhi as the two indulged in a couple of chess games when both teams were travelling from Rajkot to Thiruvananthpuram, the venue of the deciding Twenty20 between India vs New Zealand.

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Updated on Nov 06, 2017 11:06 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Ross Taylor has a hilarious response to Virender Sehwag’s ‘darji’ remark

Ross Taylor continued his banter with former India opener Virender Sehwag as the New Zealand cricketer posted a hilarious picture on Instagram after their victory on Sunday.

Ross Taylor continued his Twitter banter with Virender Sehwag with a funny post on Instagram.(Instagram)

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Updated on Nov 05, 2017 05:21 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

MS Dhoni’s acrobatic effort against New Zealand leaves Twitter in splits

MS Dhoni did a full split to save his wicket during India’s 2nd T20 match against New Zealand in Rajkot and that has prompted Twitter to crack some jokes at his expense.

MS Dhoni in action during the 2nd T20 between India and New Zealand in Rajkot.(Twitter)

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Updated on Nov 05, 2017 05:12 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Virat Kohli turns 29, wishes pour in on Twitter for Indian cricket team skipper

Virat Kohli turned 29 on Sunday, and the wishes from teammates and well-wishers poured in on Twitter

Virat Kohli celebrated his 29th birthday on Sunday, November 5.(AFP)

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Updated on Nov 05, 2017 02:22 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Virat Kohli believes it is unfair to compare him with legend like Sachin Tendulkar

Virat Kohli said that Sachin Tendulkar has done a lot for Indian cricket and he should not be compared to the current Indian cricket team players.

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Updated on Nov 05, 2017 08:41 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Virat Kohli thanks Anushka Sharma for making him a more ‘sensible’ person

Virat Kohli attributed his entire change in attitude - from being a brash young man to maturing over the years - to his girlfriend Anushka Sharma

Virat Kohli recently spoke in-depth about his relationship with Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma.(PTI)

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Updated on Nov 04, 2017 07:09 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Virat Kohli reveals how people tried to destroy his friendship with MS Dhoni

Virat Kohli admits he’s lucky to have MS Dhoni around during his initial years of captaincy and has said that there have been times when people have tried to create a wedge in his friendship with the former Indian skipper.

Virat Kohli has talked in detail about how in the past, there were attempts to destroy his friendship with MS Dhoni.(AFP)

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Updated on Nov 06, 2017 08:57 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Indian cricket team players likely to get ‘business class’ upgrade

The Indian cricket team players may start travelling in business class after they told BCCI how difficult it gets for them to travel in the economy-class section.

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Published on Nov 03, 2017 01:50 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

Shikhar Dhawan credits Indian cricket team bowlers for 2nd ODI win vs NZ

Shikhar Dhawan said bowlers had done half the job for India in the 2nd ODI against New Zealand in Pune on Wednesday.

Shikhar Dhawan, who anchored India’s win in the second ODI in Pune on Wednesday, said the bowlers had done half the job by restricting New Zealand to 230 for nine wickets in 50 overs.(BCCI)

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Updated on Oct 26, 2017 03:27 PM IST

Pune | ByBihan Sengupta

Shikhar Dhawan cruises to 22nd fifty in India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI

Shikhar Dhawan, with five fours and two sixes, scored 68 for India against New Zealand in the second ODI in Pune

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Updated on Oct 25, 2017 09:19 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Pune | ByBihan Sengupta

‘Pandurang Salgaonkar may have said things just to fend off journalists’

Pandurang Salgaonkar has always been a little wary of journalists, says Former BCCI West Zone chief curator Dhiraj Parsana, on the pitch curator’s statements that reveal he was willing to doctor the pitch for the India vs New Zealand second ODI in Pune

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Updated on Oct 25, 2017 05:08 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Mumbai | ByBihan Sengupta

India vs New Zealand: India bowlers bring Kiwis down to earth, level series

New Zealand opted to bat against India in the second ODI in Pune on Wednesday but could only post a modest total of 230/9 in 50 overs, a target that India chased down to level the series 1-1.

Dinesh Karthik in action during the second ODI against New Zealand in Pune on Wednesday. Dinesh Karthik struck a half-century as India won the second game to level the series 1-1.(PTI)

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Updated on Oct 26, 2017 12:40 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Pune | ByBihan Sengupta

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Bihan Sengupta

Bihan is a multimedia correspondent and works with the sports desk in Mumbai. He mostly covers cricket but his interests include football, tennis and badminton as well.

Washington Sundar became the youngest Twenty20 International debutant for India and his inclusion continued his rapid rise in the national side after making his ODI debut against Sri Lanka in Mohali.

Virat Kohli will lead India’s ODI squad, which will play six matches in South Africa in February. All-rounder Kedar Jadhav is back along with Mohammed Shami while R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja continue to be ignored.

Ajit Wadekar said the Indian cricket team’s decision to skip a warm-up game during their tour to South Africa might turn out to be a hard one on the players vis-a-vis getting acclimatized to the conditions.

Defending champions ATK finally scored their first Indian Super League win vs Mumbai City FC courtesy of Robin Singh’s goal at the Mumbai Football Arena, Mumbai on Sunday.

Felipe Drugovich of Brazil needs just 25 points from the final four races of the MRF Challenge 2017, to be held in Chennai in February, to seal the overall championship.

Felipe Drugovich beat Julien Falchero for pole while his nearest rival in terms of MRF Challenge 2017 championship standings, Presley Martono, was fourth fastest.

MS Dhoni left the Twitterati in awe after he aced the DRS call once again when Jasprit Bumrah was given out during India’s first ODi match against Sri Lanka in Dharamsala on Sunday.

Mohammad Nabi and Kieron Pollard will feature for Melbourne Renegades in the last leg of the Big Bash League 2017-18 season.

The third Test in Delhi between India and Sri Lanka made headlines for the wrong reasons. Delhi’s polluted air forced the Lankans to wear masks during the Feroze Shah Kotla match. Players of both teams fell sick too.

India cricket team coach Ravi Shastri was trolled after he walked out to the ground to have a chat with the umpires during the unprecedented stoppage due to smog.

Virat Kohli received huge praise from Kevin Pietersen after his century against Sri Lanka in New Delhi as the Englishman called the Indian cricket team skipper the ‘greatest batsman of his generation’.

With India playing a Test series against Sri Lanka, MS Dhoni is not involved in the cricket action and is trying his hand at an adventure sport

Sourav Ganguly had lost both his captaincy and his place in the side under the-then Indian cricket team coach Greg Chappell, but a piece of advice from former Pakistan captain Imran Khan helped him turn the tables

Sourav Ganguly has admitted that the Indian selectors were not too keen to pick Anil Kumble for the 2003-04 Australian series but the former Indian cricket team skipper was adamant that he would not sign the team sheet without the legspinner’s name.

A few fans on Twitter alleged that the travelling fans were attacked with sticks and stones during FC Pune City’s match against Mumbai City FC at the Balewadi Stadium in Pune.

South African cricketer Marco Marais got to his hundred in 68 deliveries, 200 in 139 deliveries and in the process eclipsed records set by a few batting greats like Viv Richards and Graeme Smith

Mumbai City FC lost their Indian Super League opener to Sunil Chettri-led Bengaluru FC, and will be hoping for a reverse in fortunes when they take on a formidable FC Goa.

Sourav Ganguly will soon receive a notice from the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) after larvae of dengue mosquitoes was found at his residence in Behala.

Yuzvendra Chahal, the Indian cricket team legspinner and former chess player, scored two outright wins over Ish Sodhi as the two indulged in a couple of chess games when both teams were travelling from Rajkot to Thiruvananthpuram, the venue of the deciding Twenty20 between India vs New Zealand.

Ross Taylor continued his banter with former India opener Virender Sehwag as the New Zealand cricketer posted a hilarious picture on Instagram after their victory on Sunday.

MS Dhoni did a full split to save his wicket during India’s 2nd T20 match against New Zealand in Rajkot and that has prompted Twitter to crack some jokes at his expense.

Virat Kohli turned 29 on Sunday, and the wishes from teammates and well-wishers poured in on Twitter

Virat Kohli said that Sachin Tendulkar has done a lot for Indian cricket and he should not be compared to the current Indian cricket team players.

Virat Kohli attributed his entire change in attitude - from being a brash young man to maturing over the years - to his girlfriend Anushka Sharma

Virat Kohli admits he’s lucky to have MS Dhoni around during his initial years of captaincy and has said that there have been times when people have tried to create a wedge in his friendship with the former Indian skipper.

The Indian cricket team players may start travelling in business class after they told BCCI how difficult it gets for them to travel in the economy-class section.

Shikhar Dhawan said bowlers had done half the job for India in the 2nd ODI against New Zealand in Pune on Wednesday.

Shikhar Dhawan, with five fours and two sixes, scored 68 for India against New Zealand in the second ODI in Pune

Pandurang Salgaonkar has always been a little wary of journalists, says Former BCCI West Zone chief curator Dhiraj Parsana, on the pitch curator’s statements that reveal he was willing to doctor the pitch for the India vs New Zealand second ODI in Pune

New Zealand opted to bat against India in the second ODI in Pune on Wednesday but could only post a modest total of 230/9 in 50 overs, a target that India chased down to level the series 1-1.

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