Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya

Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya

Sports Writer

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Favourite cricket team

India

Favourite cricket format

Test cricket

Favourite cricket player

AB de Villiers

Favourite cricket ground

Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Favourite sporting memory

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

England v India - 1st Rothesay Test Match: Day Four

Cricket

Exclusive: Where does Jofra Archer fit in the England XI with impressive Josh Tongue, Brydon Carse in the mix?

Jofra Archer returns to England's red-ball squad for the second Test against India at Edgbaston in July. Strong performances from Tongue and Carse may delay his inclusion. Former English seamer Jack Brooks anticipates changes in the squad from the third Test. Karun Nair's return to Test cricket for India after eight years also discussed. Keep reading for further insights.

Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya

2025-07-01

CRICKET-ENG-ZIM

Cricket

Exclusive: Who Will Be the New Pace King in England? Prasidh Krishna and Brydon Carse Tipped to Shine

The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy may introduce new seam-bowling stars in the absence of key players. Renowned coach Steffan Jones predicts seamers will excel, praising England's skill despite inexperience. He highlights Prasidh Krishna as a potential Indian standout. Injuries to pacers are blamed on inadequate training and workload management.

Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya

2025-06-20

The Nicholson inquiry

Cricket

Exclusive: Dr Ali Bacher Lauds Bavuma and Markram but Urges ICC to Support Test Cricket in South Africa

Former South African cricket captain and veteran administrator Dr Ali Bacher played a crucial role in post-apartheid cricket. Following South Africa's ICC World Test Championship victory, he called for more Test matches for South Africa to ensure the game's growth beyond a few major countries. Bacher praised current players like Temba Bavuma and Aiden Markram for their contributions, highlighting the importance of red-ball cricket for the nation's future success.

Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya

2025-06-17

Leicestershire v Worcestershire - LV County Championship

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

Australia v India - Men's 5th Test Match: Day 2

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

Australia v India: 3rd Test: Day 1

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

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.