Rajesh Pansare is a member of the Mumbai sports desk and writes on football and motor sport.
Articles by Rajesh Pansare
Shaw's 379 puts focus back on his cricket
The Mumbai opener's knock is the second-highest score in first-class cricket for India.
Published on Jan 11, 2023 10:47 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
Just trying to be in my zone, disciplined: Prithvi
The Mumbai opener, seeking an India comeback, hit an unbeaten 240 as Mumbai dominated Assam in their Group B Ranji Trophy tie against Assam in Guwahati.
Published on Jan 10, 2023 11:16 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
Deshpande’s five-for rocks Tamil Nadu on 16-wicket day
Tushar Deshpande put Mumbai in the driver’s seat by picking up a five-for but Tamil Nadu made sure their batters did not run away with the game on Day One of their Elite Group B Ranji Trophy match which saw 16 wickets fall at the Cricket Club of India on Tuesday.
Updated on Jan 03, 2023 11:18 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
Shams Mulani, Tanush Kotian help Mumbai trounce Hyderabad in Ranji Trophy
Shams Mulani finished with match figures of 11 for 176, and in tandem with Tanush Kotian bundled out Hyderabad in under three days to guide Mumbai to a comprehensive innings and 217 runs win in their Elite Group B Ranji Trophy match at the Sharad Pawar Academy ground at BKC.
Published on Dec 22, 2022 11:15 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
‘Pujara, Kohli and me… our averages have gone down because…’: Rahane after 204
Ajinkya Rahane hit a fluent double century for Mumbai during their Ranji Trophy match against Hyderabad to serve as a reminder to the selectors that he is not done yet.
Updated on Dec 22, 2022 07:35 AM IST
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Ranji Trophy: Jaiswal, Rahane, Surya help Mumbai to 457/3 on Day 1
Opportunity will come, I just need to be ready, says Yashasvi Jaiswal
Published on Dec 20, 2022 10:59 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
After T20 high, Surya relishes chasing Test ‘dream’
Talks to draft the world’s top T20 batter in the Test squad have gathered momentum, and Suryakumar Yadav is looking forward to don the whites soon
Published on Dec 19, 2022 09:11 PM IST
Arjun Tendulkar emulates his dad, hits ton on Ranji debut
The 23-year-old made 120 as Goa reached 493/8 at close on the second day of their Ranji match against Rajasthan.
Published on Dec 14, 2022 09:08 PM IST
"Ranji final loss last year will inspire Mumbai"
Mumbai coach hopes a strong core that has been playing together for a while will help yield good results
Published on Dec 13, 2022 12:06 AM IST
India end Australia's unbeaten run with Super Over win
Smriti Mandhana's 79 helps the hosts tie the five-match series 1-1
Published on Dec 12, 2022 12:10 AM IST
Ex-secretary Naik pips Shaikh to win MCA vice-president elections
Naik, contesting for the Sharad Pawar-Ashish Shelar Group, got 223 of the 291 votes while Shaikh garnered just 68.
Published on Dec 09, 2022 10:31 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
MCA election: Former cop Shaikh takes on ex-sec Naik for vice-president's post
It will be a straight fight between former secretary Sanjay Naik and ex-managing committee member Iqbal Shaikh for the vice-president’s post of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), the elections for which will be held on Friday.
Published on Dec 09, 2022 01:30 AM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
From Gakpo to Estupinan: The hidden gems of FIFA World Cup 2022
A look at some players who weren't very well known coming into the tournament but have enhanced their reputations
Published on Dec 07, 2022 10:33 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
Jude Bellingham, keeping England dreaming of World Cup glory
The 19-year-old chose the league in Germany over England to polish his super skills and vision. His brilliance has helped carry England into the quarter-final.
Published on Dec 05, 2022 09:35 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
Vijay Hazare Trophy: Players who caught the eye
N Jagadeeshan led the charts as a number of players on the periphery of national and IPL selection nets caught the eye during the group stage of the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
Published on Nov 24, 2022 08:06 PM IST
Olivier Giroud: From ‘go-kart’ to France’s go-to man
The France striker’s double in the holders’ dominating win over Australia underlines his resilience as well as the value he brings to the Les Bleus.
Published on Nov 23, 2022 10:37 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
Germany seek their famed World Cup spirit
Eight finals, four titles and four third-place finishes show why they should never be underestimated
Published on Nov 18, 2022 10:06 PM IST
'Fearless' J&K cricketers ready to break new ground
The young team has won three matches on the trot, and coach Ajay Sharma believes there's more in store.
Published on Nov 16, 2022 12:41 AM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Navi Mumbai
Under-17 Women’s World Cup: Catching the eye very young
Women’s football is rapidly expanding at global level, and European club football is a cherished destination. A look at the few young gems who featured in the U-17 championship played in India recently
Published on Nov 09, 2022 08:52 PM IST
Napoli show promise to end a 32-year wait
When the southern Serie A club last won the league, twice in quick succession, Maradona was at the front and centre as player. A young bunch promises to regain those days of glory this season.
Published on Nov 09, 2022 07:24 PM IST
South Africa shock the World Cup with Netherlands defeat
Needing to beat their unfancied rivals for a semi-finals berth, the Proteas lose by 13 runs to go out, allowing Pakistan to progress with India
Published on Nov 06, 2022 08:59 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
Spain edge past Colombia to retain U-17 Women’s World Cup
The winner came in the 82nd minute when the ball deflected off Colombian right-back Ana Guzman and went into goal. It was the result of sustained pressure put by Spain as the game headed towards full time.
Updated on Oct 30, 2022 11:28 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Navi Mumbai
U-17 Women’s WC Final: Spain, Colombia pin hope on their linchpin
Who between Spain’s Vicky Lopez and Colombia’s Linda Caicedo will be celebrating after the final is keenly awaited.
Published on Oct 29, 2022 09:55 PM IST
Rival parties join hands to fight Sandeep Patil-led group in today’s election
MUMBAI BJP, NCP and both camps of Shiv Sena have been trading barbs ever since the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government was toppled a few months ago
Published on Oct 20, 2022 12:31 AM IST
U-17 Women’s World Cup: Mexico upstage Spain in replay of 2018 final
Colombia defeated China 2-0 in the other Group C clash to leave all four teams level on points with their final games on Tuesday to decide qualifiers to the knockouts
Published on Oct 15, 2022 11:55 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Navi Mumbai
U-17 Women's World Cup: Holders Spain, China start with wins
The defending champions dominated before a late goal helped them beat Colombia 1-0; China beat Mexico 2-1 in the other Group C tie in Navi Mumbai
Published on Oct 13, 2022 12:34 AM IST
How Spain has become a leading power in women's football
Their under-17 coach, Kenio Gonzalo, says the seeds for success were sowed 15 years back.
Published on Oct 11, 2022 10:50 PM IST
Bayern's patchy form worries former striker Pizarro
"Bayern has so many good players, not just in the playing XI but also on the bench. It’s very important that they get better in Bundesliga,” said Pizarro.
Published on Oct 06, 2022 10:59 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai
Kuldeep Sen, Easwaran guide Rest of India to big win
Sen takes five wickets to end Saurashtra’s second-innings resistance before opener Abhimanyu Easwaran hit an unbeaten fifty to seal Rest of India’s eight-wicket win in the Irani Cup with a day to spare.
Updated on Oct 04, 2022 09:44 PM IST
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Sarfaraz, Rest of India pacers floor Saurashtra
The 2020 Ranji champions were left reeling, first by fast bowlers Mukesh, Umran and Kuldeep, and then by the prolific Mumbai batting on Day 1 of the Irani Cup.
Published on Oct 01, 2022 09:47 PM IST
Rajesh Pansare, Mumbai