Rajesh Pansare is a member of the Mumbai sports desk and writes on football and motor sport.
Articles by Rajesh Pansare
Max Verstappen: the “Mad Max” who is coming of age
Still in front with three races to go, he has weathered everything Mercedes have thrown at him, Hamilton included
Published on Nov 15, 2021 10:59 PM IST
Four Mumbai players test Covid positive
With the Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy around the corner, Mumbai will have to go in without some of their top players
Published on Oct 27, 2021 05:53 PM IST
It's substance over statistics for India women's football coach Thomas Dennerby
India have beaten UAE and Bahrain and will face Chinese Taipei this week in the ongoing exposure to Bahrain.
Published on Oct 11, 2021 10:10 PM IST
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Plenty to ponder for Solskjaer as 10-man United lose
Ronaldo’s early goal goes in vain as Swiss club Young Boys rally to inflict United’s 7th loss in 11 Champions League matches
Published on Sep 15, 2021 11:56 PM IST
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Vasoo Paranjape, Indian cricket foremost coach and mentor, dies aged 82
He played vital roles in shaping the careers of India stalwarts Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid and Rohit Sharma and many more
Published on Aug 30, 2021 09:52 PM IST
Reeling Arsenal can find inspiration in a 2011 hammering
The Gunners have not only lost their first three matches of the Premier League season, they have also failed to score in any of them, which is a first in the famous club’s history
Published on Aug 29, 2021 11:48 PM IST
Ronaldo, Mbappe moves could bring a thrilling end to summer transfer window
Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri said at a press conference on Friday that Ronaldo has told him that he wants out, chances of the Portuguese returning to Manchester brightened considerably--not to City but United.
Published on Aug 27, 2021 08:50 PM IST
High on Son and Haaland after first day shows in Europe
Premier League contenders start with big wins as do Barca and Real in Spain
Published on Aug 16, 2021 06:21 PM IST
All the talking points as European football resumes
Lionel Messi is eager to start a new chapter with PSG but he will get no time to settle in before the pressure to win a Champions League title is on him. Anything less will be a failure in the eyes of club's bosses.
Published on Aug 12, 2021 09:26 PM IST
Jadon Sancho, Phil Foden gear up for Manchester rivalry
Last edition, City lifted their fifth Premier League title while United’s barren run extended to eight seasons—their last championship came in 2012-13.
Published on Aug 12, 2021 07:41 PM IST
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At home, Raheem’s sterling show
Growing up near the Wembley Stadium, England forward Raheem Sterling is now living his dream at the European Championships 2020
Updated on Jun 23, 2021 07:05 PM IST
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Euro 2020: In orange, Memphis Depay relives Lyon life
Holland coach Frank de Boer has helped the Dutch striker replicate his club form. He helped his team in the Euro 2020 game against Austria
Updated on Jun 18, 2021 11:16 PM IST
In comfortable situation, City not desperate to replace Aguero
Club’s chief operations officer Omar Berrada says transfers market could stay depressed for one more year.
Published on May 26, 2021 06:53 PM IST
Luis Suarez: Barcelona’s loss is Atletico Madrid’s gain
Ejected by Barcelona at the end of last season, the Uruguayan striker has got Atletico to the verge of the La Liga crown, usually a two-horse race between Real Madrid and Barca.
Published on May 22, 2021 08:13 AM IST
Misfiring frontline could hurt Chelsea in the season’s last two games
It could make the difference between a top four finish in the league and a second Champions League title
Published on May 19, 2021 07:21 PM IST
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Sachin Tendulkar's pre-game routine - making tea, ironing clothes
The batting legend advises aspiring players how to prepare physically and mentally before every game to get the best out of themselves.
Updated on May 17, 2021 04:57 PM IST
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La Liga title race: Final flourish is likely in fight to the finish
Leaders Atletico head to Barca and Real host Sevilla this weekend in closest title race since 2006-07.
Updated on May 14, 2021 12:18 PM IST
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T20 Mumbai tournament postponed amid rise in Covid-19 cases
A day after Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) nod to host T20 Mumbai, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Thursday has decided to postpone the league owing to the spike in the Covid-19 cases in the country
Published on Apr 30, 2021 12:55 AM IST
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Mumbai T20 League deferred due to Covid, says Mumbai Cricket Association
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Thursday decided to postpone the T20 Mumbai League due to the spike in Covid-19 cases in the country, the cricket body said in a statement just a day after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) approved the league
Updated on Apr 29, 2021 08:25 PM IST
Onus on Mumbai Indians middle-order in Punjab Kings clash
For Mumbai Indians, most glaring has been the lack of runs from Kieron Pollard, Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya who have pulled off some amazing heists in the past.
Published on Apr 22, 2021 04:28 PM IST
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Death bowling, from the Bumrah-Boult firm
On Chennai pitches not suited for their bowling, the duo has helped Mumbai Indians defend par scores.
Updated on Apr 19, 2021 10:36 PM IST
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How Rahul Chahar came to Mumbai Indians' rescue
IPL 2021: Chahar is among the T20 breed of bowlers who bowl flat, rely on change in length and angles—quite similar to Rashid Khan. Against KKR, the 21-year-old’s performance was coming off age.
Published on Apr 17, 2021 05:30 PM IST
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Mumbai Indians wait on Hardik Pandya the bowler
If Hardik Pandya bowls regularly, MI will have an additional option, especially if one of the regular bowlers has an off day. Against RCB, leg-spinner Rahul Chahar conceded 10.75 run per over in his four overs. Had Pandya been available, Sharma could have rotated his bowlers.
Updated on Apr 13, 2021 12:36 PM IST
IPL 2021: How will Mumbai Indians spin it this time?
IPL 2021: As Rohit Sharma’s team bids for a third consecutive title in the T20 league, spin appears the only area the champions need to find the balance.
Published on Apr 08, 2021 07:29 PM IST
IPL 2021: Big buys and a bang for the buck
This time, for the likes of Chris Morris, Kyle Jamieson, Glenn Maxwell, Jhye Richardson and Krishnappa Gowtham there will be no escaping the scrutiny. They go into IPL 2021 as the top five buys in the last auction.
Published on Apr 06, 2021 09:02 AM IST
IPL teams train in Mumbai, weekend lock down announced
IPL 2021: The new measures will come into force from 8 pm on Monday. The authorities have also declared a total lockdown at the weekend, from 8 pm on Friday to 7 am on Monday.
Updated on Apr 05, 2021 10:09 AM IST
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Many Wankhede Stadium ground staff test positive
Till Saturday morning half the number of ground staff at the famous venue had returned positive tests, raising concerns with just a week to go for matches to start in Mumbai.
Updated on Apr 03, 2021 01:03 PM IST
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Mature Suryakumar Yadav finally gets his due
Over the last three seasons, Yadav has been honing his skills, balancing conventional with unconventional, trying to spend as much time at the crease as possible while keeping the scoreboard ticking.
Published on Mar 16, 2021 09:57 AM IST
Champions League exit shows Barca rebuild will take time
Barcelona had their chances in the first half despite trailing by a Kylian Mbappe penalty. It stoked memories of the 2017 tie against PSG where too Barcelona had lost the first-leg 1-4 before bouncing back to win the second leg 6-1.
Published on Mar 11, 2021 08:56 PM IST
The art of modern goalkeeping according to David James
Elaborating on the polarisation aspect, James cited the examples of quality goalkeepers on display in the Champions League knockouts.
Updated on Mar 12, 2021 08:32 AM IST
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