Sanjjeev K Samyal heads the sports team in Mumbai and anchors HT’s cricket coverage.
Articles by Sanjjeev K Samyal
Onus on India’s young batters to learn fast, find consistency
The New Zealand series loss means the younger lot must figure out ways to respond to challenges in Tests
Published on Oct 27, 2024 10:05 PM IST
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Home series lost after 12 years as India capitulate
The way India came out playing reckless shots on the first morning expecting New Zealand to roll over backfired, and they were unable to stem the tide
Updated on Oct 27, 2024 06:18 AM IST
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India’s batting, spin frailties exposed by Santner in NZ series win
Indian batters flunked the left-armer’s test as the Kiwis thrashed them by 113 runs, losing a first home series for 12 years
Published on Oct 26, 2024 09:43 PM IST
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Brittle India collapse again as NZ take charge
India's batting collapse continued against New Zealand, bowled out for 156 and trailing by 301 runs. Poor shot selection and strategy haunt the hosts.
Updated on Oct 25, 2024 09:39 PM IST
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In Pune, Washington makes presence felt with 7/59
Playing his first Test for India in three years, the allrounder helped the hosts bowl NZ out for 259
Published on Oct 24, 2024 09:17 PM IST
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The value Shubman Gill adds to this India batting line-up
His return for the Pune Test against New Zealand will give the hosts, 0-1 down in the series, balance in their batting line-up
Published on Oct 23, 2024 09:05 PM IST
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Pune Test: Pressure on India to script another comeback
They face a New Zealand side buoyed by their impressive Bengaluru victory in the second Test starting on Thursday
Published on Oct 23, 2024 07:02 PM IST
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Pune Test: India hope Siraj gets back to his best against New Zealand
Tom Latham recalls Mohammed Siraj's impact in 2021, as India's pacer struggles in recent tests, raising concerns ahead of upcoming matches.
Updated on Oct 23, 2024 07:24 AM IST
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Will Pune see India turn to Rahul again?
BCCI curators prepare a turning pitch in Pune for India's second Test against New Zealand, amid injury concerns for players Gill and Pant.
Updated on Oct 23, 2024 05:50 AM IST
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Ruturaj Gaikwad shows his class in red-ball cricket
The top-order batter hit a majestic century for Maharashtra, underlining his first-class credentials in the Ranji tie against Mumbai
Updated on Oct 20, 2024 11:48 PM IST
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Teenager Mhatre underlines potential with unbeaten ton
In just his second Ranji game, the 17-year-old showed why he is the next young batting talent to watch out for from the Mumbai stable
Published on Oct 18, 2024 10:40 PM IST
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This time too, India will be full of surprises in Australia: Shardul Thakur
The all-rounder played a stellar role in winning the decisive Brisbane Test in 2021 and wants to make the tour this time too
Published on Oct 16, 2024 09:34 PM IST
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Reddy’s allround talent needs careful nurturing
Looking at his exploits in the IPL and given how he has started in T20Is, there’s no doubt over his quality
Updated on Oct 12, 2024 07:39 AM IST
Tanush Kotian: Saving Mumbai with bat and ball
The 25-year-old all-rounder, vital to the Ranji champions, shone in three domestic first-class title wins last season
Updated on Oct 09, 2024 09:42 PM IST
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Women’s T20 World Cup: India scrape past Pakistan, keep semis hopes alive
Their six-wicket win, set up by the bowlers was far from convincing, after the loss to New Zealand in their opening game
Updated on Oct 06, 2024 09:28 PM IST
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Women’s T20 World Cup: Under-pressure India take on Pakistan
The heavy loss to New Zealand has left India needing to win every game and boost net run rate to stay on course
Updated on Oct 06, 2024 05:04 AM IST
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Varun hopes to find his place on the big stage
Varun Chakravarthy, once struggling after a poor World Cup, rebounded with strong IPL performances. His future in the national team now hinges on upcoming matches.
Updated on Oct 04, 2024 10:30 PM IST
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Not a power-hitter but Jemimah’s got game
The Mumbai batter will be playing her fourth T20 World Cup and is expected to play a key role for India
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 09:45 PM IST
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Ashwin, Jadeja shining but pace allrounders key Down Under
Ravichandran Ashwin shone with a century, raising questions about his selection alongside Jadeja for India's Test series in Australia amid fierce competition.
Updated on Sep 23, 2024 10:26 PM IST
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Bangladesh have changed their mindset: Wasim Jaffer
India's full-strength squad, including Bumrah, signals seriousness against a stronger Bangladesh, who recently showed improved performance abroad.
Updated on Sep 16, 2024 09:37 PM IST
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Umran, Mayank and India’s long wait for the fast men
As the second round of the Duleep Trophy kicked off on Thursday, everyone was excited to see the two fast bowlers in action again. But they went missing again
Published on Sep 13, 2024 09:37 PM IST
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Akash Deep ticks all boxes as India’s support pace cast
His pace and ability to swing and bowl seam makes him a fine support option for Bumrah and Shami, says Mhambrey
Published on Sep 10, 2024 08:51 PM IST
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Duleep Trophy: India’s young England series heroes brace for competitive season
The big series of the season is going to be the Australia tour and the Duleep Trophy is important for all three to strengthen their case for selection
Published on Sep 04, 2024 08:59 PM IST
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Leggie Mohd Enaan sticks to Saqlain’s advice, seals India U-19 berth
The Pakistan stalwart told Enaan’s father not to tinker with his 12-year-old son’s bowling action, and it has worked wonders
Updated on Sep 01, 2024 08:46 PM IST
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Kishan hopes to pick up the pieces
The Duleep Trophy will be his first chance to begin answering questions about his attitude and appetite for red-ball cricket
Published on Aug 31, 2024 09:41 PM IST
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India batters in need of some spin lessons
Coach Gambhir’s focus, after the Sri Lanka assignment first up, will be to help batters improve on turning tracks
Published on Aug 24, 2024 08:47 PM IST
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Rahul’s chance to reset as another Duleep Trophy approaches
His career hasn’t run smooth, and the premier tournament is an opportunity for him to get going ahead of the tour of Australia
Updated on Aug 18, 2024 10:02 PM IST
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It’s time for a new goal for Team India — the Olympic gold
Winning the World Cup was Rahul Dravid’s challenge; if new coach Gautam Gambhir wishes to stay that long, he can make getting the gold at Olympics his mission.
Updated on Aug 14, 2024 05:14 AM IST
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Hardik Pandya puts captaincy setback behind him
The India all-rounder was overlooked for captaincy and Surya Kumar Yadav was given the position, but remains a vital player for the team when fit
Published on Jul 29, 2024 07:04 PM IST
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Ruturaj Gaikwad, Abhishek Sharma and India’s problem of plenty
There are many takers for the spots that have become available with the retirement of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli but filling them isn’t always straightforward
Published on Jul 23, 2024 10:17 PM IST
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