Sharad Deep is a versatile sports journalist, who loves writing on cricket and Olympic sport. He has played cricket at the university level and has been writing for Hindustan Times since 1997.
Articles by Sharad Deep
Emotions soar at Ekana as Kaif, Raina unite for trophy presentation
While admiring the Ekana Stadium, Kaif also reminisced about his early days in the game at the KD Singh ‘Babu’ Stadium.
Updated on Oct 29, 2023 05:19 PM IST
Clash of Titans: India look to level World Cup win record with England
For Sunday’s match at this venue, both teams have distinct game plans. India aims to maintain their winning streak, while England looks to restore their pride in front of a capacity crowd on a Sunday.
Published on Oct 28, 2023 09:42 PM IST
India-England clash: Ticket tango hits high note
The crisis for tickets has arisen due to pre-bookings online as the International Cricket Council (ICC) chose not to sell tickets offline
Published on Oct 28, 2023 05:54 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
India's first training stint in Lucknow hints at Ashwin selection for ENG game
Ashwin had long session with bat and ball. The senior player could come in as third spinner, considering the likely slow pitch on which the game could be played
Published on Oct 26, 2023 11:02 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
From religious fervour to cricket fever, Lucknow gears for India-England showdown
Local fans, spanning across generations and gender, are eagerly anticipating a win for Team India in this ODI World Cup.
Published on Oct 23, 2023 09:44 PM IST
Sadeera helps Sri Lanka see the bright side
The 1996 champions have struggled, but the middle-order batter’s form has been a bright spot for the team at this World Cup
Updated on Oct 22, 2023 10:56 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Sri Lanka cruise to their first win
The Dutch put up a good fight but it wasn't enough to keep Kusal Mendis' team from emerging victors
Published on Oct 21, 2023 08:16 PM IST
On sale in ‘black’: ₹50,000 tickets for Ind vs Eng fixture in Lucknow
The match is scheduled to be played at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on October 29. This will be the penultimate game of the five World Cup matches scheduled at the venue.
Updated on Oct 21, 2023 08:38 AM IST
Sharad Deep/Rohit Kumar Singh, Lucknow
Sri Lanka eye first win against upbeat Netherlands
The ongoing ODI World Cup is an opportunity for The Netherlands, especially after their win against South Africa.
Updated on Oct 20, 2023 11:20 PM IST
Marsh, Inglish and Zampa lead Australia to first victory
After two comprehensive defeats, Pat Cummins’s side hand winless Sri Lanka a five-wicket defeat in Lucknow
Updated on Oct 17, 2023 06:54 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Sparse attendance shadows non-India matches at Ekana Stadium
Addressing ticketing challenges will be pivotal to ensure a broader fan base can actively participate in this grand sporting spectacle.
Published on Oct 16, 2023 06:19 PM IST
Australia, Sri Lanka target survival with first win in ODI World Cup
Both teams lost their first two matches and the Ekana Stadium pitch could add to the intrigue when the teams clash in Lucknow on Monday.
Updated on Oct 16, 2023 06:55 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Not dwelling on history, want to win World Cup: Quinton de Kock
South Africa are riding high after their second win, by 134 runs against a listless Australia. The Proteas 'keeper has hit back-to-back centuries
Published on Oct 13, 2023 10:38 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Quinton de Kock hits another ton, SA crush listless Australia
The Proteas registered their second win by 134 runs while their second straight loss leaves the Aussies with a lot of work ahead
Published on Oct 13, 2023 12:00 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
South Africa, Australia face-off on an unknown pitch
The relaid Lucknow pitch could make life challenging for the batters in this high-profile World Cup tie on Thursday
Published on Oct 11, 2023 10:40 PM IST
Seema Punia aiming for Paris 2024 swansong
There has been no looking back for the ace discus thrower who last week claimed a bronze at the Hangzhou Asian Games.
Published on Oct 10, 2023 10:22 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Despite thin crowds for non-India games, UPCA rejects free tickets at Lucknow stadium
The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, under the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA), has decided not to follow suit.
Updated on Oct 09, 2023 10:01 PM IST
Asian Games: Meerut athletes toast of Hangzhou, but no proper track in own city
Parul Chaudhary and Annu Rani won Asian Games gold medals but they don't have proper facilities to train in their Uttar Pradesh home town
Updated on Oct 05, 2023 07:50 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
After nearly century-long wait, UPCA to get its own stadium
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for an international cricket stadium in Varanasi, ending the 95-year wait for Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association's own stadium. The stadium is expected to be completed in mid-2026 and will be leased to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the first 30 years. The BCCI/UPCA will pay ₹10 lakh annually to the state treasury and the District Sports Development Committee. Cricket legends and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will attend the stone-laying ceremony.
Updated on Sep 23, 2023 12:35 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
'Untested' Ekana Stadium wicket to host World Cup games
The newly-laid wicket at the Lucknow stadium is scheduled to host five World Cup matches, including the India-England game on October 29.
Updated on Sep 21, 2023 11:56 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
India see off Morocco, win Davis Cup tie 4-1
The hosts won the doubles and the first reverse singles -- Sumit Nagal completed his double in the fixture -- to seal the tie in Lucknow
Updated on Sep 17, 2023 09:39 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Rohan Bopanna bids Davis Cup adieu, victorious and emotional
Partners Yuki Bhambri to seal the doubles win going into retirement. It helped India win the World Group II tie against Morocco in Lucknow on Sunday
Updated on Sep 17, 2023 09:39 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Davis Cup: Nagal wins to level Morocco tie 1-all
Sasikumar Mukund started brightly but was forced to retire due to cramp before victory in the second singles helped India level the tie on Day 1
Updated on Sep 17, 2023 09:40 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Want to see at least 4-5 Indians among the top 100 in the world: Vijay Amritraj
Indian tennis is struggling to find momentum and the presence of players in Majors could change that
Published on Sep 15, 2023 10:32 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Davis Cup: Rohan Bopanna to team up with Yuki Bhambri in doubles
India will start as favourites on home turf but the onus will be on the singles players to put their best foot forward
Updated on Sep 15, 2023 10:27 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
In a season of steady rise, Nagal out to give ‘best send-off' to Bopanna
In a season of steady rise, Nagal out to give ‘best send-off' to Bopanna
Updated on Sep 17, 2023 09:40 PM IST
Rohan Bopanna gets ready for last Davis Cup hurrah
After a brilliant run at the US Open, the doubles specialist is all set to play his 50th and final Davis Cup tie later this week
Published on Sep 13, 2023 09:08 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Asian Games: Women’s tennis coach Ankita hopeful of good show
Ankita Bhambri is confident India’s four-member women’s team will do better than the lone bronze they managed at the 2018 Asian Games.
Published on Sep 11, 2023 09:58 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
Bopanna, Bhambri’s good form boosts India ahead of Davis Cup, Asiad
India take on Morocco in a two-day Davis Cup tie in Lucknow on September 16 and 17, and hosts want to use this opportunity to prepare well for the Asian Games in China later this month.
Published on Sep 10, 2023 12:29 AM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow
UPT20 LEAGUE: Green Park pitches produce run feast
Kanpur's Green Park Stadium is hosting the first-ever Uttar Pradesh Twenty20 League, with the pitches proving to be batting-friendly.
Updated on Sep 04, 2023 11:55 PM IST
Sharad Deep, Lucknow