Sharad Deep is a versatile sports journalist, who loves writing on cricket and Olympic sport. He has played cricket at the university level and has been writing for Hindustan Times since 1997.
Articles by Sharad Deep
Syed Modi: Chi, Okuhara win singles, Tanisha-Ashwini lose
The Indian pair fought to push the women’s doubles final into the decider but could not then match their Japanese rivals.
Published on Dec 03, 2023 11:10 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Syed Modi badminton: Priyanshu loses in semis, Tanisha-Ashwini in women’s double
Men’s second seed Kenta Nishimoto and seasoned Nozomi Okuhara are in line to win the men’s and women’s titles and hand Japan a double in singles
Published on Dec 03, 2023 12:25 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Syed Modi International Badminton: Priyanshu, Ashwini-Tanisha enter semi-finals
Syed Modi International Badminton: Priyanshu Rajawat will next face either Chinese Taipei's Chi Yu Jen or Chia Hao Lee in his semi-final match.
Updated on Dec 01, 2023 08:48 PM IST
Syed Modi badminton: Srikanth, Sai Praneeth lose in the first round
Twice former champion Sameer Verma and defending women’s champion Malvika Bansod too lost in the BWF Super 300 badminton event in Lucknow
Published on Nov 29, 2023 10:38 PM IST
Prannoy, Lakshya late pullouts from Syed Modi badminton
The men’s field will also miss the Chinese players. Former world No.1, Kidambi Srikanth, is India’s top player.
Published on Nov 28, 2023 08:03 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Syed Modi badminton: Prannoy leads men’s challenge, Sindhu absent
Players will also be seeking to earn vital BWF points in their quest to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics at the Lucknow tournament
Published on Nov 27, 2023 08:49 PM IST
Afghanistan skipper Shahidi leading by example
His consistency as a batter and the leadership to keep the side united has kept the team chasing a World Cup semi-final berth with two games left.
Published on Nov 04, 2023 06:50 PM IST
World Cup 2023: Solid Afghanistan stay in hunt for semis spot
Shahidi and Co notched up a facile seven-wicket win over Netherlands to move to eight points, level with Australia and New Zealand
Updated on Nov 04, 2023 07:06 AM IST
Afghanistan, Netherlands look to ace a spin battle
On a Lucknow pitch that is expected to aid the slow bowlers, it is a battle both are desperate to win as they push for a surprise World Cup semi-final berth
Published on Nov 02, 2023 10:20 PM IST
Time for spinners to do the trick at Lucknow’s Ekana stadium
In the match between Afghanistan and Netherlands, spinners of both teams would be aiming to do a Kuldeep Yadav on the red clay turf on Friday.
Updated on Nov 02, 2023 06:48 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Hockey sensation Vandana Katariya scripts history with 300th international game
Reaching the milestone of 300 international appearances is a remarkable feat for Vandana, who faced teasing in her early days for pursuing hockey.
Published on Nov 01, 2023 09:50 PM IST
Aryan Dutt wants 'best gift' of the World Cup, Virat Kohli’s wicket
The young Dutch spinner has been an integral member of a team that has upstaged South Africa and Bangladesh to even dream of a semi-final spot.
Published on Oct 31, 2023 11:36 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Indian bowlers clean sweep England in low-scoring World Cup clash
Having successfully limited India to 229/9 in their allotted 50 overs, England harboured high hopes of securing their most significant win in the ongoing World Cup.
Updated on Oct 30, 2023 08:16 AM IST
Ekana goes electric as 47k fans sing ‘Vande Mataram’; Tricolours paint the sky
The stadium pulsated with the beats of popular Bollywood tracks, particularly Bhojpuri songs, while the flicker of countless torchlights and the fluttering of the Indian tricolour elevated the spectacle to a new level.
Published on Oct 29, 2023 10:16 PM IST
World Cup 2023: Suryakumar Yadav makes a quiet ODI statement against England
His 47-ball 49 that helped India post a challenging total on a tough Lucknow pitch could provide some answers in the middle-order for the hosts in the World Cup
Published on Oct 29, 2023 09:33 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Emotions soar at Ekana as Kaif, Raina unite for trophy presentation
While admiring the Ekana Stadium, Kaif also reminisced about his early days in the game at the KD Singh ‘Babu’ Stadium.
Updated on Oct 29, 2023 05:19 PM IST
Clash of Titans: India look to level World Cup win record with England
For Sunday’s match at this venue, both teams have distinct game plans. India aims to maintain their winning streak, while England looks to restore their pride in front of a capacity crowd on a Sunday.
Published on Oct 28, 2023 09:42 PM IST
India-England clash: Ticket tango hits high note
The crisis for tickets has arisen due to pre-bookings online as the International Cricket Council (ICC) chose not to sell tickets offline
Published on Oct 28, 2023 05:54 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
India's first training stint in Lucknow hints at Ashwin selection for ENG game
Ashwin had long session with bat and ball. The senior player could come in as third spinner, considering the likely slow pitch on which the game could be played
Published on Oct 26, 2023 11:02 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
From religious fervour to cricket fever, Lucknow gears for India-England showdown
Local fans, spanning across generations and gender, are eagerly anticipating a win for Team India in this ODI World Cup.
Published on Oct 23, 2023 09:44 PM IST
Sadeera helps Sri Lanka see the bright side
The 1996 champions have struggled, but the middle-order batter’s form has been a bright spot for the team at this World Cup
Updated on Oct 22, 2023 10:56 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Sri Lanka cruise to their first win
The Dutch put up a good fight but it wasn't enough to keep Kusal Mendis' team from emerging victors
Published on Oct 21, 2023 08:16 PM IST
On sale in ‘black’: ₹50,000 tickets for Ind vs Eng fixture in Lucknow
The match is scheduled to be played at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on October 29. This will be the penultimate game of the five World Cup matches scheduled at the venue.
Updated on Oct 21, 2023 08:38 AM IST
Sharad Deep/Rohit Kumar Singh, Lucknow
Sri Lanka eye first win against upbeat Netherlands
The ongoing ODI World Cup is an opportunity for The Netherlands, especially after their win against South Africa.
Updated on Oct 20, 2023 11:20 PM IST
Marsh, Inglish and Zampa lead Australia to first victory
After two comprehensive defeats, Pat Cummins’s side hand winless Sri Lanka a five-wicket defeat in Lucknow
Updated on Oct 17, 2023 06:54 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Sparse attendance shadows non-India matches at Ekana Stadium
Addressing ticketing challenges will be pivotal to ensure a broader fan base can actively participate in this grand sporting spectacle.
Published on Oct 16, 2023 06:19 PM IST
Australia, Sri Lanka target survival with first win in ODI World Cup
Both teams lost their first two matches and the Ekana Stadium pitch could add to the intrigue when the teams clash in Lucknow on Monday.
Updated on Oct 16, 2023 06:55 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Not dwelling on history, want to win World Cup: Quinton de Kock
South Africa are riding high after their second win, by 134 runs against a listless Australia. The Proteas 'keeper has hit back-to-back centuries
Published on Oct 13, 2023 10:38 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Quinton de Kock hits another ton, SA crush listless Australia
The Proteas registered their second win by 134 runs while their second straight loss leaves the Aussies with a lot of work ahead
Published on Oct 13, 2023 12:00 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
South Africa, Australia face-off on an unknown pitch
The relaid Lucknow pitch could make life challenging for the batters in this high-profile World Cup tie on Thursday
Published on Oct 11, 2023 10:40 PM IST