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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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VAR saves Portugal as Ramos late show ends Modric's World Cup journey

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first World Cup knockout goal before Goncalo Ramos headed Portugal into the last 16, where Spain await

VAR saves Portugal as Ramos late show ends Modric's World Cup journey
Updated On : 03 Jul 2026 | 8:22 AM IST

US end European jinx as Balogun drama fuels World Cup knockout win

The US beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 in the Fifa World Cup 2026 Round of 32, ending a 24-year wait for a knockout win and setting up a Belgium clash

US end European jinx as Balogun drama fuels World Cup knockout win
Updated On : 02 Jul 2026 | 10:25 AM IST

Mbappe breaks WC record of most goals in knockouts as France storm into R16

Kylian Mbappe scored twice in France's 3-0 win over Sweden, taking his World Cup knockout tally to 10 and his overall tournament count to 18

Mbappe breaks WC record of most goals in knockouts as France storm into R16
Updated On : 01 Jul 2026 | 7:39 AM IST

Netherlands suffer another penalty heartbreak as Morocco reach pre-quarters

Yassine Bounou saved Crysencio Summerville's spot kick before Ismael Saibari scored the winner as Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties

Netherlands suffer another penalty heartbreak as Morocco reach pre-quarters
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 12:24 PM IST

Road to Round of 32: How teams from 12 groups reached Fifa WC knockouts

As of June 27, 22 teams have qualified for the Round of 32, which will begin with the South Africa vs Canada match on June 29 at 12:30 AM IST.

Road to Round of 32: How teams from 12 groups reached Fifa WC knockouts
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 11:33 AM IST

Germany lose World Cup shootout for first time as Paraguay spring upset

Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with Orlando Gill making two saves and Jose Canale scoring the sudden-death winner

Germany lose World Cup shootout for first time as Paraguay spring upset
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 8:25 AM IST

Cape Verde defy football's rich list, set up Messi clash in World Cup's R32

Cape Verde, the smallest nation to reach a men's World Cup knockout round, will face Argentina after finishing second in Group H despite a squad value far below football's giants

Cape Verde defy football's rich list, set up Messi clash in World Cup's R32
Updated On : 27 Jun 2026 | 9:29 AM IST

Latham-Conway's 317 rewrites New Zealand's Test record book vs England

Latham and Conway became only the third visiting opening pair to post a 300-plus stand in a Test in England, after Australia's Marsh-Taylor (329, 1989) and South Africa's Smith-Gibbs (338, 2003).

Latham-Conway's 317 rewrites New Zealand's Test record book vs England
Updated On : 26 Jun 2026 | 12:40 PM IST

IRE vs IND 1st T20I preview: Will Sooryavanshi find place in India's XI?

India begin their first T20I assignment since winning the World Cup, with Shreyas Iyer taking charge of a squad facing a major selection call at the top

IRE vs IND 1st T20I preview: Will Sooryavanshi find place in India's XI?
Updated On : 25 Jun 2026 | 3:27 PM IST

IOC athlete grant: Why $10,000 payout may not stretch Olympic finances

The IOC's plan to pay eligible Olympians $10,000 marks a historic shift in athlete support, but its multibillion-dollar Olympic-year revenue suggests limited financial pressure

IOC athlete grant: Why $10,000 payout may not stretch Olympic finances
Updated On : 25 Jun 2026 | 1:09 PM IST

Five IPL franchises enter Hurun India 500 as sport turns asset class

KKR, CSK, RCB, RR and PBKS' combined valuation of over Rs 71,000 crore marks a turning point for Indian sport, showing IPL teams as mature businesses, not just cricket franchises.

Five IPL franchises enter Hurun India 500 as sport turns asset class
Updated On : 25 Jun 2026 | 11:27 AM IST

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 : 25 Jun 2026 | 10:31 AM 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