Three times on the trot the ball has crashed into Sachin Tendulkar’s stumps and we are reminded of the similar dismissals of Rahul Dravid not too long ago. Arunabha Sengupta does a statistical study if batsmen are more prone to getting bowled as they age.Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Is it fair to target Tendulkar: Analysis of over 38 batsmen in Test history from Hobbs, Bradman to Dravid
Three times on the trot the ball has crashed into Sachin Tendulkar’s stumps and we are reminded of the similar dismissals of Rahul Dravid not too long ago. Arunabha Sengupta does a statistical study if batsmen are more prone to getting bowled as they age.
September 5: John Wisden and Dr S Radhakrishnan - cricket and academia
One was an all-rounder who started a publication that became synonymous with cricket. Another was a philosopher, statesman and President of India with a deep love for the noble game. Arunabha Sengupta traces two men born on September 5 who curiously combined cricket and academia.Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Is it time to look beyond Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir as openers?
India did triumph against New Zealand, but the glaring failures of the Virender Sehwag-Gautam Gambhir combination at the top of the order continue to because for major concern. Arunabha Sengupta looks at the abysmal figures of the duo ever since the England tour and wonders if it is not time for change.Monday, September 3, 2012
September 3, 1939 - Second World War stops cricket - but, not quite
Seventy three years ago, Britain declared war on Germany and cricket vacated the stage for the Second World War. However, the game went on and in its own way served in the war effort.Arunabha Sengupta traces the fortunes of cricket and cricketers during the six years of madness and mayhem.
Mystery of the missing bails that held up a cricket match!
Sixteen years ago, a Singer World Series Cup match was delayed by eight minutes because the bails could not be found. Arunabha Sengupta recounts the day and how the four little pieces were ultimately unearthed.Sunday, September 2, 2012
September 2, 1980 - Kim Hughes & John Arlott share centrestage in Centenary
Thirty two years ago, the much anticipated Centenary Test at Lord’s petered out into a dull draw. Arunabha Sengupta revisits the match which had beckoned stars of the yesteryear from far and wide, and was also the last Test described by the voice of John Arlott from the commentary box.Saturday, September 1, 2012
September 1, 1939 - Hedley Verity signs off with seven for nine
Seventy three years ago, Hedley Verity played his last First-Class match, taking seven wickets for nine runs. Arunabha Sengupta looks back at the exploits of the great left-arm spinner whose life was tragically cut short by the Second World War.
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