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India
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Test cricket
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AB de Villiers
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Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
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India winning the 2011 ODI World Cup
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Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya is a cricket journalist based in India who takes a keen interest in stories that unfold on and off the field. His expertise lies in news writing, features and profiles, interviews, stats, and numbers-driven stories. He has also worked as a podcaster and talk show host on cricket-related shows on YouTube and Spotify.
latestArticlesBy Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya

Cricket
Exclusive: Matthew Hoggard Full of Praise for Bumrah, Siraj and Kuldeep Ahead of Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy
The highly anticipated Test series between India and England kicks off on June 20th at Headingley with new captain Shubman Gill leading India. The absence of Kohli and Sharma adds intrigue as Hoggard predicts a closely contested battle focusing on England's pacers and India's diverse bowling attack. 🏏
Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya
2025-06-11

Cricket
Exclusive: Ashish Kaushik Reveals How Jasprit Bumrah Can Stay Fit for Gruelling England Test Series
Jasprit Bumrah will likely miss some Tests in England to manage workload. Physiotherapists play a pivotal role in maintaining bowlers at their best. Workload management is crucial for avoiding injuries. Kaushik emphasizes the importance of recovery and training to keep players fresh and energized. Bumrah's past injuries highlight the need for careful handling. Kaushik's expertise can be beneficial in ensuring Bumrah's fitness for upcoming matches.
Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya
2025-06-03

Cricket
Exclusive: Navdeep Saini Undeterred by Selection Setbacks Stays Ready for Red-Ball Cricket
Navdeep Saini, once a rising star, fell out of favor in top-flight cricket. Despite being seen as an underdog against new talents, he is focused on reviving his career and staying prepared for any opportunity that may come his way. With a strong performance in the Duleep Trophy and dedication to red-ball skills, Saini is determined to outshine the competition and make a mark in the competitive world of Indian cricket.
Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya
2025-05-27

Cricket
Exclusive: Test Cricket’s Torch Passes to Gill and Pant as Sharma and Kohli Bow Out
The cricket world is reeling from Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's Test retirements ahead of a crucial tour of England. Former player Reetinder Singh Sodhi and current fast bowler Navdeep Saini discuss the greatness of the two captains and urge the younger generation to learn from them.
Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya
2025-05-22

Cricket
Exclusive: India's Test Future in Question as Bumrah, Gill, Pant and Rahul Emerge as Captaincy Contenders
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's retirements from Test cricket have opened up spots in the Indian team. Speculation about the new Test captain includes Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah, KL Rahul, and Rishabh Pant. Former selector Sanjay Jagdale suggests Bumrah could serve as a temporary captain and backs Ajinkya Rahane’s return. Key considerations for the captaincy include fitness and performance outside India.
Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya
2025-05-14

Cricket
Exclusive: Anrich Nortje Discusses South Africa’s WTC Final Chances, IPL Return with KKR and Bat-Gauge Tests
South African fast bowler Anrich Nortje aims to return to Test cricket in 2025-26 after focusing on white-ball formats due to injuries. He recently played for Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, sharing insights on bowling tactics and supporting bat checks. He believes South Africa can win the World Test Championship final and praises the team's progress under coach Shukri Conrad.
Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya
2025-05-08
Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya
He has covered Indian domestic cricket and the IPL, ICC Cricket World Cups, and bilateral tournaments, including the first-ever pink-ball Test match in India.
He worked for a decade as a sports and features journalist with Zee Media, Deccan Chronicle Holdings, The Asian Age, Mid-Day, and Sportstar from The Hindu Group before turning to freelance from 2022. Since then, he has written for Olympics.com, The Quint, The Telegraph, The New Indian Express, and moneycontrol.com from The Network18 Group.
When not working, he can be found at the coolest Rock and Roll gigs grooving to some live music.