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Anish Kumar

Anish Kumar

Anish Kumar

Anish Kumar is a News Editor at Business Standard with nearly a decade of sports journalism experience. From Cricket World Cups and India’s bilateral Test series to the Ranji Trophy and Pro Kabaddi League, he has covered it all. With deep digital and multimedia experience across top newsrooms, Anish knows how to craft content — from sharp headlines to dynamic videos — that clicks with today’s audiences. Off the field, he’s either trekking up a mountain or tracking the latest political developments.

Anish Kumar is a News Editor at Business Standard with nearly a decade of sports journalism experience. From Cricket World Cups and India’s bilateral Test series to the Ranji Trophy and Pro Kabaddi League, he has covered it all. With deep digital and multimedia experience across top newsrooms, Anish knows how to craft content — from sharp headlines to dynamic videos — that clicks with today’s audiences. Off the field, he’s either trekking up a mountain or tracking the latest political developments.

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Asics, Rohan Bopanna academy join hands to nurture young tennis players

The partnership will provide product access, performance education, clinics, masterclasses and support to tennis professionals at Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy (RBTA)

Asics, Rohan Bopanna academy join hands to nurture young tennis players
Updated On : 24 Jun 2026 | 9:13 PM IST

IPL 2027: Pant takes 44.4% pay cut to return to Delhi Capitals from LSG

Pant rejoins DC at revised Rs 15 crore fee after record Rs 27 crore move to LSG; Kuldeep heads the other way in blockbuster IPL trade

IPL 2027: Pant takes 44.4% pay cut to return to Delhi Capitals from LSG
Updated On : 23 Jun 2026 | 3:15 PM IST

Longest Football World Cup match ever: Mbappe brace sends France into R32

France beat Iraq 3-0 in the longest World Cup match ever, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice after a two-hour storm delay to help his side book a Round of 32 spot.

Longest Football World Cup match ever: Mbappe brace sends France into R32
Updated On : 23 Jun 2026 | 9:03 AM IST

IND A vs SL A: Sooryavanshi slams 11-ball fifty, fastest in List A cricket

Teenager sensation Sooryavanshi falls six runs short of a century after smashing 94 off 29 balls against Sri Lanka A in Dambulla

IND A vs SL A: Sooryavanshi slams 11-ball fifty, fastest in List A cricket
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 11:36 AM IST

Doha Dimaond League: Neeraj Chopra eyes fresh start after injury-hit season

Returning to competition after a nine-month absence caused by a back injury, India's Olympic champion says he is fit and ready for a demanding year featuring the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games

Doha Dimaond League: Neeraj Chopra eyes fresh start after injury-hit season
Updated On : 19 Jun 2026 | 10:25 AM IST

Portugal vs Congo live streaming: Where to watch Ronaldo live in FIFA WC?

Football fans can watch the live streaming of Portugal vs Congo match on Zee5 by buying subscription of Rs 799 or Rs 1699.

Portugal vs Congo live streaming: Where to watch Ronaldo live in FIFA WC?
Updated On : 17 Jun 2026 | 7:17 PM IST

It's Messi vs Mbappe: Miroslav Klose's 16-goal World Cup record in danger

Lionel Messi's hattrick against Algeria takes him to 16 World Cup goals, equalling with Miroslav Klose's all-time record as Kylian Mbappe remains firmly in the race.

It's Messi vs Mbappe: Miroslav Klose's 16-goal World Cup record in danger
Updated On : 17 Jun 2026 | 11:14 AM IST

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi row: Sri Lanka sanctions players, BCCI issues warning

Sri Lanka Cricket penalises players involved in Dambulla altercation; BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia urges India A youngsters to avoid distractions and concentrate on the tri-series

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi row: Sri Lanka sanctions players, BCCI issues warning
Updated On : 17 Jun 2026 | 11:01 AM IST

Fifa WC: Messi scores first World Cup hat-trick, equals Klose's record

Messi's hat-trick against Algeria took the 38-year-old's World Cup tally to 16 goals, drawing level with Miroslav Klose's all-time record set across four tournaments between 2002 and 2014.

Fifa WC: Messi scores first World Cup hat-trick, equals Klose's record
Updated On : 17 Jun 2026 | 8:57 AM IST

Fifa World Cup 2026: Haaland stars with brace in Norway's 4-1 win over Iraq

Erling Haaland scored the first two FIFA World Cup goals of his career and set up another as Norway defeated Iraq 4-1 in their Group I opener on Wednesday morning

Fifa World Cup 2026: Haaland stars with brace in Norway's 4-1 win over Iraq
Updated On : 17 Jun 2026 | 7:36 AM IST

Fifa World Cup: Iran say they were denied recovery time, ordered out of US

Iran coach described his side as "perhaps the most oppressed team at the World Cup" after players were denied recovery time and ordered to leave the US immediately following their 2-2 draw with NZ

Fifa World Cup: Iran say they were denied recovery time, ordered out of US
Updated On : 16 Jun 2026 | 11:35 AM IST

The Vozinha's story: Cape Verde's goalie who kept Spanish strikers at bay

As the final whistle blew, Vozinha broke down in tears. For Cape Verde, it was a historic World Cup arrival; for the 40-year-old keeper, the reward for a lifetime of struggle.

The Vozinha's story: Cape Verde's goalie who kept Spanish strikers at bay
Updated On : 16 Jun 2026 | 10:12 AM IST

Fifa World Cup: Iran salvage 2-2 draw against New Zealand amid flag row

Twice New Zealand took the lead through Eli Just and twice Iran responded, first via veteran defender Ramin Rezaeian and later through Mohamed Mohebi's superb second-half header.

Fifa World Cup: Iran salvage 2-2 draw against New Zealand amid flag row
Updated On : 16 Jun 2026 | 9:42 AM IST

Fifa World Cup 2026: Germany begin WC quest; Curacao make historic debut

Germany, four-time world champions, begin their campaign against World Cup debutants Curaçao, a Caribbean island of just 158,000 people and the smallest nation ever to reach football's biggest stage

Fifa World Cup 2026: Germany begin WC quest;  Curacao make historic debut
Updated On : 14 Jun 2026 | 2:34 PM IST

Fifa WC 2026: Hwang inspires Korea comeback as Czechs wilt in Group A match

The result leaves the Koreans level on points with co-hosts Mexico, who defeated South Africa 2-0 in the tournament opener earlier in the day.

Fifa WC 2026: Hwang inspires Korea comeback as Czechs wilt in Group A match
Updated On : 12 Jun 2026 | 11:00 AM IST

Rs 799 to watch Fifa World Cup on Zee5: Five things fans must know

Zee5 has introduced two dedicated subscription plans for the Fifa World Cup 2026: a quarterly Fifa World Cup 2026 + All Access pack priced at Rs 799 and an annual version costing Rs 1,699.

Rs 799 to watch Fifa World Cup on Zee5: Five things fans must know
Updated On : 11 Jun 2026 | 4:25 PM IST

Six in 10 Indians plan to watch Fifa World Cup 2026: Ipsos survey

According to the Ipsos survey, 59 per cent of Indians plan to follow the Fifa World Cup 2026, placing India among the world's most engaged markets. Argentina leads global interest at 79 per cent.

Six in 10 Indians plan to watch Fifa World Cup 2026: Ipsos survey
Updated On : 11 Jun 2026 | 3:33 PM IST

Fifa's biggest payday: The economics behind Football World Cup 2026

More recent projections suggest FIFA's total revenue for the 2023-26 commercial cycle could reach $13 billion, with nearly $8.9 billion - or about two-thirds of the total - expected to come from the 2

Fifa's biggest payday: The economics behind Football World Cup 2026
Updated On : 11 Jun 2026 | 12:01 PM IST

Fifa World Cup 2026 begins in Mexico today amid growing controversies

Football World Cup 2026 opening ceremony is scheduled to begin at 10.30 pm IST today, while the opening match between Mexico and South Africa will start at 12.30 am IST on Friday.

Fifa World Cup 2026 begins in Mexico today amid growing controversies
Updated On : 11 Jun 2026 | 9:36 AM IST

FIFA World Cup: The beautiful game meets ugly realities before kick-off

Referees deported, players detained and fans denied entry - Football World Cup 2026 is already mired in controversies that have little to do with football.

FIFA World Cup: The beautiful game meets ugly realities before kick-off
Updated On : 10 Jun 2026 | 4:03 PM IST