Times Now’s badgering of Indian cricketers to take a political stance is journalism gone wrong

The news channel went all out with #CricketersForgetBraves after Team India did not sport black arm bands during the Champions Trophy final against Pakistan.

Jaideep Vaidya

· Jun 20, 2017 · 07:00 pm

The strange case of the missing India football jersey

The new jersey, manufactured by Nike, isn’t available for purchase 10 days after its launch. Recent history suggests the wait could be long.

Jaideep Vaidya

· Jun 16, 2017 · 04:30 pm

The two captains can deny it all they want, but India vs Bangladesh will always be a grudge match

This is now a full-fledged cricketing rivalry. More than even India vs Pakistan in recent times.

Jaideep Vaidya

· Jun 15, 2017 · 09:30 am

Virat Kohli vs Pepsi: Why this debate deserves India’s undivided attention

If arguably the biggest celebrity athlete in the country decides to dump a cola company, will other sportspersons follow suit?

Jaideep Vaidya

· Jun 06, 2017 · 07:00 pm

I don’t care if my opponent is 18 or 28: Junior world No 1 Lakshya Sen is ready for the big stage

The boy from Almora, who will just turn 16 in August, plans to play increasingly more on the senior circuit than the junior.

Jaideep Vaidya

· Jun 01, 2017 · 04:30 pm

Back to basics: How Saina Nehwal is plotting her return to the top

Nine months since her knee surgery, the 27-year-old is still struggling with the physical aspect of the sport.

Jaideep Vaidya

· May 29, 2017 · 04:30 pm

‘Sachin: A Billion Dreams’ is a celluloid version of the deific cricketer’s bland autobiography

Like his book, Tendulkar’s biopic is a nostalgic cruise through his career, from the time he received his first cricket bat as a kid to the day he retired.

Jaideep Vaidya

· May 28, 2017 · 04:30 pm

RPS will be remembered as a team that punched above its weight but had a massive PR fail

With a runners-up finish in just their second season, Rising Pune Supergiant have had a great season, but for some foolish off-field controversies.

Jaideep Vaidya

· May 22, 2017 · 12:21 pm

Harbhajan’s plea for domestic players proves how Indian cricket is all about stars like Kohli

A players’ association would definitely help but do the ‘big’ guns care enough?

Jaideep Vaidya

· May 19, 2017 · 04:43 pm

No Stokes? No problem! Rising Pune Supergiant have proved they are not a one-man team

A collective effort from the squad has been vital in the team’s surge to the IPL final in just their second season.

Jaideep Vaidya

· May 17, 2017 · 02:00 pm

Rising Pune Supergiant could go on to become another Aizawl FC if they win IPL 10

Will the Board of Control for Cricket in India go ahead with its plan to disband the franchise even if it wins the title?

Jaideep Vaidya

· May 16, 2017 · 11:00 am

Yes, Kieron Pollard deliberately ran a short run. But did he cheat or just exploit a weak law?

The Laws of Cricket make an unnecessary distinction between intentional and unintentional short runs.

Jaideep Vaidya

· May 12, 2017 · 02:03 pm