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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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Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26: Rohit lights up Jaipur with majestic 155

Rohit Sharma smashes a dazzling 155 as Mumbai thrash Sikkim in the Vijay Hazare Trophy in Jaipur. A packed Sawai Mansingh Stadium witnesses the Hitman's masterclass.

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26: Rohit lights up Jaipur with majestic 155
Updated On : 24 Dec 2025 | 4:51 PM IST

Kohli hits ton in Vijay Hazare Trophy, goes past Tendulkar's List A record

Virat Kohli breaks Sachin Tendulkar's List A record, becoming the fastest to 16,000 runs during the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Kohli hits ton in Vijay Hazare Trophy, goes past Tendulkar's List A record
Updated On : 24 Dec 2025 | 4:20 PM IST

IND vs SA 4th T20 called off as dense fog ensures no play in Lucknow

The sixth inspection at 9:25 pm effectively ended hopes of any play, even as officials explored the possibility of staging a five-overs-a-side contest

IND vs SA 4th T20 called off as dense fog ensures no play in Lucknow
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 9:36 PM IST

Check top 20 most expensive players in IPL 2026 mini auction here

PL 2026 mini auction: Cameron Green tops the list at Rs 25.20 cr. Check top 20 costliest buys, including Pathirana, Kartik Sharma and Prashant Veer, with teams and prices.

Check top 20 most expensive players in IPL 2026 mini auction here
Updated On : 16 Dec 2025 | 9:11 PM IST

Will IPL see 1st Rs 30 cr buy? But foreign players can fetch Rs 18 cr max

Under the IPL's maximum-fee rule, an overseas player's auction fee is capped at the lower of the highest retention slab and the highest price fetched at the previous mega auction.

Will IPL see 1st Rs 30 cr buy? But foreign players can fetch Rs 18 cr max
Updated On : 15 Dec 2025 | 4:59 PM IST

Sairaj Patil can fetch big bids in IPL 2026 auction: Shardul Thakur

Mumbai captain Shardul Thakur believes Sairaj Patil could attract big bids at the IPL 2026 auction, citing his Mumbai T20 League exploits and strong Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy showings.

Sairaj Patil can fetch big bids in IPL 2026 auction: Shardul Thakur
Updated On : 15 Dec 2025 | 2:35 PM IST

Green, de Kock part of 350 players listed for IPL 2026 auction on Dec 16

On December 16, IPL 2026 auction is scheduled to start at 2:30 PM IST in Abu Dhabi. All the ten IPL franchisees are set to spent around Rs 237.55 crore to fill up 77 available slots.

Green, de Kock part of 350 players listed for IPL 2026 auction on Dec 16
Updated On : 09 Dec 2025 | 4:10 PM IST

Is Assam's Riyan Parag ready for Rajasthan Royals captaincy in IPL 2026?

Ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, Rajasthan Royals are without a captain after Sanju Samson's move to Chennai Super Kings. Riyan Parag says he is ready if asked.

Is Assam's Riyan Parag ready for Rajasthan Royals captaincy in IPL 2026?
Updated On : 06 Dec 2025 | 3:31 PM IST

Asif's thunderbolt stuns Mumbai: Kerala script a 15-run upset in SMAT

A five-wicket burst from pacer KM Asif, enjoying his finest domestic season, powered underdogs Kerala to a shock 15-run win over Mumbai in a Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Group A match

Asif's thunderbolt stuns Mumbai: Kerala script a 15-run upset in SMAT
Updated On : 04 Dec 2025 | 8:08 PM IST

Rohit set to return to India's premier domestic T20 tourney after 13 years

Rohit will head to Pune after the third ODI against South Africa on December 6 in Visakhapatnam. Mumbai are certain to qualify for the Super League stage, which is scheduled to take place from Dec 12

Rohit set to return to India's premier domestic T20 tourney after 13 years
Updated On : 04 Dec 2025 | 7:49 PM IST

Most wickets by left-arm pacer in Tests: Starc overtakes Wasim Akram

Akram took 414 wickets in 104 Test matches at an average of 23.64. Starc now has 415 wickets and counting in 102 Tests.

Most wickets by left-arm pacer in Tests: Starc overtakes Wasim Akram
Updated On : 04 Dec 2025 | 7:39 PM IST

2nd Ashes Test: Here's why ENG & AUS players are wearing black armbands

Smith died suddenly in Perth on December 1 at the age of 62, with his family confirming he passed away unexpectedly at his apartment in South Perth

2nd Ashes Test: Here's why ENG & AUS players are wearing black armbands
Updated On : 04 Dec 2025 | 11:18 AM IST

SMAT 2025: Mumbai's Sarfaraz Khan hits century off 47 balls vs Assam

Sarfaraz unleashed his hard-hitting strokeplay vs Assam . He hit seven sixes and eight boundaries to complete his fiery hundred.

SMAT 2025: Mumbai's Sarfaraz Khan hits century off 47 balls vs Assam
Updated On : 02 Dec 2025 | 5:12 PM IST

WPL 2026 auction: UP spend big on Shikha and Deepti; Healy goes unsold

The second-most expensive deal of WPL 2026 auction came from Mumbai Indians, who signed New Zealand's Amelia Kerr for Rs 3 crore. UP bags Shikha for Rs 2.4 crore after intense bidding war with RCB

WPL 2026 auction: UP spend big on Shikha and Deepti; Healy goes unsold
Updated On : 27 Nov 2025 | 8:59 PM IST

New WPL teams expected soon, says DC's Parth Jindal at WPL 2026 auction

DC owner says an expanded WPL could enable a home-and-away format; franchise signs Laura Wolvaardt, Chinelle Henry and Shree Charani at the 2026 auction.

New WPL teams expected soon, says DC's Parth Jindal at WPL 2026 auction
Updated On : 27 Nov 2025 | 6:41 PM IST

WPL 2026 auction: Deepti Sharma's salary surges to Rs 3.2 crore at UPW

In the previous three editions of the WPL, Deepti represented UP Warriorz, who had bought her for Rs 2.60 crore.

WPL 2026 auction: Deepti Sharma's salary surges to Rs 3.2 crore at UPW
Updated On : 27 Nov 2025 | 4:40 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2026 starts on Feb 7: 8 venues to host 55 matches

ICC announced the 2026 T20 World Cup schedule with 55 matches from Feb 7-Mar 8. Super Eight starts Feb 21, semifinals on Mar 4-5, and the final on Mar 8.

T20 World Cup 2026 starts on Feb 7: 8 venues to host 55 matches
Updated On : 25 Nov 2025 | 9:26 PM IST

ICC T20 World Cup 2025 full schedule, groups, venue, format, live streaming

One of the biggest highlights of the schedule is the India-Pakistan clash, set for February 15 in Colombo, marking the first meeting between the two sides since Asia Cup 2026

ICC T20 World Cup 2025 full schedule, groups, venue, format, live streaming
Updated On : 25 Nov 2025 | 8:25 PM IST

ICC T20 World Cup 2026: India schedule, IND vs PAK match date, streaming

India will kick off their T20 World Cup journey at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where they face the USA in their tournament opener on February 7.

ICC T20 World Cup 2026: India schedule, IND vs PAK match date, streaming
Updated On : 25 Nov 2025 | 7:58 PM IST

95-1 to 122-7: How India suffered a stunning collapse in Guwahati vs SA

India collapsed from 95/1 to 122/7 on day three against South Africa in Guwahati after losing six wickets for 27 runs. Here's how the dramatic slide unfolded.

95-1 to 122-7: How India suffered a stunning collapse in Guwahati vs SA
Updated On : 24 Nov 2025 | 12:18 PM IST