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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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India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I preview, team news, toss time, live streaming

In and out of the playing 11 through much of the cycle, Samson is now set for an extended run ahead of next month's T20 World Cup

India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I preview, team news, toss time, live streaming
Updated On : 23 Jan 2026 | 6:39 PM IST

WPL 2026 live streaming: Where to watch UP vs Gujarat T20 match live today?

The live streaming of the UP vs GG WPL 2026 match will be available on the JioHotstar app and website in India.

WPL 2026 live streaming: Where to watch UP vs Gujarat T20 match live today?
Updated On : 22 Jan 2026 | 7:09 PM IST

Bangladesh boycott T20 World Cup 2026 in India despite ICC assurances

The decision was reaffirmed on Thursday following a high-level meeting in Dhaka involving the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), senior players and the government's sports adviser,

Bangladesh boycott T20 World Cup 2026 in India despite ICC assurances
Updated On : 22 Jan 2026 | 4:59 PM IST

WPL 2026: UPW vs GG - Vadodara pitch report and Kotambi Stadium key stats

The pitches in Vadodara have so far played slower and stayed lower than those at the DY Patil Stadium, keeping totals in check and making chases around 155 far from straightforward.

WPL 2026: UPW vs GG - Vadodara pitch report and Kotambi Stadium key stats
Updated On : 22 Jan 2026 | 4:27 PM IST

Sri Lanka vs England live streaming: Where to watch 1st ODI match live?

England's bowling attack features three specialist spinners, with Sam Curran and Jamie Overton handling pace duties.

Sri Lanka vs England live streaming: Where to watch 1st ODI match live?
Updated On : 22 Jan 2026 | 2:35 PM IST

Afghanistan vs West Indies 2nd T20I highlights: Mujeeb takes hattrick; Afghans win by 39 runs

Mujeeb becomes the third Afghanistan player to take a T20I hat-trick after Rashid Khan and Karim Janat

Afghanistan vs West Indies 2nd T20I highlights: Mujeeb takes hattrick; Afghans win by 39 runs
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

India vs New Zealand 1st T20I highlights: Surya's men thrash Kiwis by 48 runs in Nagpur

Put in to bat on a true surface, India rode on Abhishek's breathtaking 84 off just 35 balls to post a daunting 238 for seven.

India vs New Zealand 1st T20I highlights: Surya's men thrash Kiwis by 48 runs in Nagpur
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 11:08 PM IST

T20 WC: ICC backs replacement plan if Bangladesh refuse to play in India

If Bangladesh does not relent, Scotland has emerged as the most likely replacement in Group C of the T20 World Cup

T20 WC: ICC backs replacement plan if Bangladesh refuse to play in India
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 5:56 PM IST

PCB backs BCB as ICC set to decide Bangladesh T20 World Cup schedule today

ICC has convened a Board meeting on Wednesday to address the BCB's request to have Bangladesh's matches shifted out of India and played in Sri Lanka

PCB backs BCB as ICC set to decide Bangladesh T20 World Cup schedule today
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 10:01 AM IST

India vs New Zealand T20Is full schedule, squads, timings, live streaming

India vs New Zealand T20 series will begin on January 21 (Wednesday). The live toss during five-match series between India and New Zealand will take place at 6:30 PM IST.

India vs New Zealand T20Is full schedule, squads, timings, live streaming
Updated On : 18 Jan 2026 | 6:59 PM IST

Bangladesh cricket crisis: BCB removes Nazmul as head of financial commitee

Despite Nazmul's removal by the BCB, both BPL matches slated for Thursday have been delayed

Bangladesh cricket crisis: BCB removes Nazmul as head of financial commitee
Updated On : 15 Jan 2026 | 10:11 PM IST

T20 WC 2026 visa controversy: Why Pakistani-origin cricketers face delays?

Visa issues for US cricketers of Pakistani origin add fresh uncertainty to the T20 World Cup 2026 build-up, after administrative friction over Bangladesh travel and hosting plans.

T20 WC 2026 visa controversy: Why Pakistani-origin cricketers face delays?
Updated On : 14 Jan 2026 | 11:07 AM IST

T20 World Cup 2026: Bangladesh games may be shifted to Chennai, Trivandrum

With weeks to go for the T20 World Cup, the ICC is exploring alternative Indian venues for Bangladesh's matches amid security concerns and the BCB's request to move games to Sri Lanka.

T20 World Cup 2026: Bangladesh games may be shifted to Chennai, Trivandrum
Updated On : 12 Jan 2026 | 10:16 AM IST

IND vs NZ 1st ODI: Injured Rishabh Pant ruled out of three-match series

Pant picked up the injury on Saturday afternoon at the BCA Stadium, where the Indian team was holding an optional net session ahead of the first ODI on Sunday, January 11

IND vs NZ 1st ODI: Injured Rishabh Pant ruled out of three-match series
Updated On : 11 Jan 2026 | 1:16 PM IST

U19 World Cup 2026 warm-ups: Sooryavanshi shines as rain disrupts build-up

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continued his remarkable run of form, narrowly missing out on a century as India thrashed Scotland by 121 runs via the DLS method in Bulawayo.

U19 World Cup 2026 warm-ups: Sooryavanshi shines as rain disrupts build-up
Updated On : 11 Jan 2026 | 11:24 AM IST

T20 World Cup 2026: Bangladesh board official calls Tamim 'an Indian agent'

Tamim Iqbal, one of Bangladesh's most accomplished batters, had urged the BCB to avoid making emotionally driven decisions while considering the national team's participation in the global tournament

T20 World Cup 2026: Bangladesh board official calls Tamim 'an Indian agent'
Updated On : 10 Jan 2026 | 11:06 AM IST

Are we ready to host 2036 Olympics? Sports secretary cracks whip on NSFs

Cracking the whip on federations, he cautioned officials against treating international competitions as family outings and stressed that administrators must be available for athletes at all times.

Are we ready to host 2036 Olympics? Sports secretary cracks whip on NSFs
Updated On : 10 Jan 2026 | 10:09 AM IST

IND vs NZ ODIs: Iyer declared match fit, set to be part of India playing 11

Shreyas Iyer sealed his return by turning out for Mumbai in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, where he registered scores of 82 and 45

IND vs NZ ODIs: Iyer declared match fit, set to be part of India playing 11
Updated On : 09 Jan 2026 | 9:25 AM IST

PSL 2026: OZ Developers, US-based FKS win new teams for $12.75 million

FKS Group, from the United States, chose the name Hyderabad after winning the bid for 1.75 billion Pakistani rupees ($6.2 million).

PSL 2026: OZ Developers, US-based FKS win new teams for $12.75 million
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 10:23 PM IST

IND vs NZ: Tilak Varma ruled out of first three T20Is, no replacement named

Tilak Varma will miss the matches scheduled for January 21, 23 and 25 after undergoing surgery for testicular torsion in Rajkot on Wednesday, confirms BCCI

IND vs NZ: Tilak Varma ruled out of first three T20Is, no replacement named
Updated On : 08 Jan 2026 | 10:05 PM IST