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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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England vs India 2nd ODI Playing 11, live time (IST), Cardiff Stadium stats

India can seal the three-match series in Cardiff, but uncertainty over Shubman Gill's fitness and subdued returns for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have put the top order under scrutiny

England vs India 2nd ODI Playing 11, live time (IST), Cardiff Stadium stats
Updated On : 16 Jul 2026 | 7:06 PM IST

World Cup final's 20-minute half-time show: Will it disrupt match flow?

Fifa plans an 11-minute half-time show at MetLife Stadium, raising concerns over player readiness, lost momentum and restarting the Spain-Argentina final at 12:30 am IST on July 20.

World Cup final's 20-minute half-time show: Will it disrupt match flow?
Updated On : 16 Jul 2026 | 4:40 PM IST

Are broadcasters bound to show Infantino? Inside Fifa's TV power, economics

Broadcasters are not explicitly ordered to show the Fifa president, but a compulsory global feed, dignitary-shot rules and Fifa's stake in its producer keep Gianni Infantino on screens worldwide

Are broadcasters bound to show Infantino? Inside Fifa's TV power, economics
Updated On : 16 Jul 2026 | 3:12 PM IST

Messi scripts late miracle as Argentina shatter England's World Cup dream

Anthony Gordon put England within sight of their first World Cup final since 1966, but Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez struck late as Argentina's control and Messi's creativity turned semifinal

Messi scripts late miracle as Argentina shatter England's World Cup dream
Updated On : 16 Jul 2026 | 9:11 AM IST

Will Fifa punish Argentina before Spain final over Falklands banner?

Argentina could face a fine after players displayed a Falklands banner, but precedent suggests bans before the Spain final are unlikely unless Fifa treats the repeat offence as aggravated

Will Fifa punish Argentina before Spain final over Falklands banner?
Updated On : 16 Jul 2026 | 9:07 AM IST

CWG: Full list of India contingent, sporting events for Glasgow 2026

India's 125-member contingent includes Neeraj Chopra, Mirabai Chanu, Lovlina Borgohain and a sizeable Para-sport group for the pared-down Glasgow Games

CWG: Full list of India contingent, sporting events for Glasgow 2026
Updated On : 15 Jul 2026 | 12:41 PM IST

Spain dismantle France in semis to reach first World Cup final since 2010

Rodri controlled midfield, Lamine Yamal forced the breakthrough and Pedro Porro finished a flowing move as Spain neutralised France's star-studded attack in a commanding 2-0 semifinal win

Spain dismantle France in semis to reach first World Cup final since 2010
Updated On : 15 Jul 2026 | 7:05 AM IST

England-Argentina tops France-Spain in ticket pull despite lower team value

France and Spain have a combined squad value of $3.137 billion, against $2.475 billion for England and Argentina. Yet England-Argentina semifinal tickets are priced higher than France-Spain.

England-Argentina tops France-Spain in ticket pull despite lower team value
Updated On : 14 Jul 2026 | 1:15 PM IST

Alvarez thunderbolt keeps Messi's dream alive in Argentina's 3-1 win vs SUI

Lionel Messi supplied his 10th World Cup assist, but Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez struck deep in extra time as Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 to set up a semi-final against England

Alvarez thunderbolt keeps Messi's dream alive in Argentina's 3-1 win vs SUI
Updated On : 12 Jul 2026 | 12:05 PM IST

Bellingham rescues flawed England as Norway's World Cup dream ends in Miami

Jude Bellingham scored either side of half-time and extra time as England beat Norway 2-1, but Thomas Tuchel said his side were "lucky" after a disjointed World Cup quarterfinal performance

Bellingham rescues flawed England as Norway's World Cup dream ends in Miami
Updated On : 12 Jul 2026 | 12:04 PM IST

World Cup QF: France vs Morocco preview, predictions, head-to-head, stats

France have won all five matches and scored 14 goals, but Morocco's fast-break threat, unbeaten run and big-match maturity make this quarterfinal far from routine

World Cup QF: France vs Morocco preview, predictions, head-to-head, stats
Updated On : 09 Jul 2026 | 1:23 PM IST

Who will reach the world cup semifinals? Quarterfinal schedule, timings IST

Fifa World Cup 2026 quarterfinals feature France vs Morocco, Spain vs Belgium, Norway vs England and Argentina vs Switzerland. Check IST timings, players to watch and semifinal predictions

Who will reach the world cup semifinals? Quarterfinal schedule, timings IST
Updated On : 08 Jul 2026 | 12:20 PM IST

Atlanta chaos fallout: Egypt cries foul over refereeing, pro-Messi bias

Argentina's 3-2 comeback win over Egypt had the scoreline of a classic, but VAR controversy, touchline fury and accusations of favouritism gave Atlanta a darker edge

Atlanta chaos fallout: Egypt cries foul over refereeing, pro-Messi bias
Updated On : 08 Jul 2026 | 9:13 AM IST

India suffer heaviest T20I defeat as Iyer awaits first win as captain

India folded for 76 while chasing 202 at Trent Bridge as England's pace attack extended Shreyas Iyer's winless run as captain to five matches

India suffer heaviest T20I defeat as Iyer awaits first win as captain
Updated On : 08 Jul 2026 | 7:07 AM IST

Switzerland end 72-year wait, set quarterfinal date with Argentina

Gregor Kobel saved Cucho Hernandez's penalty before Ruben Vargas scored the decisive kick as Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 in a shootout

Switzerland end 72-year wait, set quarterfinal date with Argentina
Updated On : 08 Jul 2026 | 6:47 AM IST

Argentina escape Egypt scare as Messi sparks late World Cup comeback

Argentina trailed Egypt 2-0 till the 79th minute before Lionel Messi inspired a stunning late comeback to seal a 3-2 win and reach the quarterfinals

Argentina escape Egypt scare as Messi sparks late World Cup comeback
Updated On : 08 Jul 2026 | 12:45 AM IST

England vs India 3rd T20I Playing 11, live time IST, live streaming

Iyer is yet to win as India captain after a 0-2 loss to Ireland, a washout in the first T20I against England and defeat in the second match at Old Trafford.

England vs India 3rd T20I Playing 11, live time IST, live streaming
Updated On : 07 Jul 2026 | 9:36 PM IST

Belgium end USA World Cup dream as Balogun controversy fades in 4-1 rout

Belgium beat the United States 4-1 in the Fifa World Cup 2026 Round of 16 as Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and Folarin Balogun had little impact

Belgium end USA World Cup dream as Balogun controversy fades in 4-1 rout
Updated On : 07 Jul 2026 | 9:12 AM IST

Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends as Spain strike late to beat Portugal

Mikel Merino scored in stoppage time as Spain beat Portugal 1-0 in Dallas, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup campaign

Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends as Spain strike late to beat Portugal
Updated On : 07 Jul 2026 | 7:05 AM IST

Fifa dismisses Belgium appeal as Balogun ban row clouds USA World Cup clash

Fifa dismissed Belgium's appeal after suspending Folarin Balogun's one-match ban, clearing the US striker to face Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16

Fifa dismisses Belgium appeal as Balogun ban row clouds USA World Cup clash
Updated On : 06 Jul 2026 | 11:40 PM IST