Vivek Krishnan is a sports journalist who enjoys covering cricket and football among other disciplines. He wanted to be a cricketer himself but has gladly settled for watching and writing on different sports.
Articles by Vivek Krishnan
Can India's youngsters keep the big stars out?
The top players, who are giving the T20 series against Australia a miss, will invariably be in the fray for the T20 World Cup
Updated on Nov 28, 2023 06:54 PM IST
Just on the day we probably didn't execute: Dravid
The India coach praised his players for a fine World Cup campaign until the final loss to Australia
Published on Nov 20, 2023 03:06 PM IST
India's heartbreak at the finish as Australia crowned World Cup champions
Rohit Sharma's side don’t join Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni’s teams as ODI World Cup champions. That honour goes to Australia for a record-extending sixth time
Published on Nov 20, 2023 09:18 AM IST
Winning the ODI World Cup is the pinnacle, says Pat Cummins
Cummins also backed the one-day format, often said to be in danger given it’s sandwiched between Tests and T20s
Published on Nov 20, 2023 12:13 AM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Ahmedabad
Champions, nonetheless
India's cricket team may have lost the World Cup final, but they entertained fans throughout the tournament with their captivating brand of cricket.
Updated on Nov 20, 2023 05:50 AM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Ahmedabad
World Cup Final: Motera gears up for a grand spectacle
This is the World Cup final, and India are bidding to win a third title at a stadium that will be packed to the rafters
Updated on Nov 19, 2023 12:40 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan
World Cup 2023 Final: India, Australia ready for the game of their lives
Rohit and Co are now just one step away, and the promise of reaching hallowed territory, alongside the Indian teams of 1983 and 2011, stares them in the eye
Updated on Nov 19, 2023 08:51 AM IST
Ind vs Aus: Ready for the game of their lives
Rohit and Co are now just one step away, and the promise of reaching hallowed territory, alongside the Indian teams of 1983 and 2011, stares them in the eye
Updated on Nov 19, 2023 06:56 AM IST
Vivek Krishnan
India look to cap dream run with World Cup glory today
The final of the ODI World Cup between India and Australia is set to ignite the dreams of future generations and leave lasting legacies in cricket. Both teams have a rich history and intense rivalry. The match will be a big occasion emotionally for the players, but they must remain focused. The buzz around the venue is palpable, with high-profile attendees and extravagant entertainment planned. Despite the carnival atmosphere, both teams are aware of the match-winners on the field. Australia believes they haven't yet played their best game, while Indian fans are confident of victory. Ultimately, the cricket will take center stage as one team emerges as world champions.
Updated on Nov 19, 2023 05:40 AM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Ahmedabad
World Cup final: A history-making game for Rohit Sharma
After Kapil, Dhoni, could he be next? It’s the captain who is remembered, blamed. At stake today: a place in history for a star of Mumbai's school of batting.
Updated on Nov 20, 2023 11:31 AM IST
Vivek Krishnan
Why Pat Cummins is not your typical Aussie skipper
Australian skipper Pat Cummins has presented a face of quiet resistance and guided them through some tense wins
Published on Nov 18, 2023 03:41 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan
Two uncanny narratives 20 years apart: Can India return the favour to Australia in 2023?
Australia and India are set to face off in the final of the ODI World Cup. While Australia has a strong track record in World Cup finals, India enters the match as clear favorites, with a dominant team and a 10-game winning streak. The balance of power in world cricket has shifted towards India in recent years, and a victory in the final would solidify their status as the top team of the century.
Updated on Nov 18, 2023 12:05 AM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Ahmedabad
World Cup 2023 Final: Can Australia hit through India’s new-ball attack?
Maxwell says teams that have started slow against India in the powerplay have become sitting ducks
Published on Nov 17, 2023 11:38 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Ahmedabad
India vs Australia: Ahmedabad pitch in focus ahead of the World Cup 2023 final
While a sprinkling of grass was there to hold the pitch together, it is customary for that to be shaved off on match eve
Updated on Nov 18, 2023 10:26 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Ahmedabad
Kohli, Iyer and India’s steely chain of partnerships
One manoeuvres the ball into gaps, the other hits boundaries against spin. Together, Kohli and Iyer exemplified India’s World Cup innings building blocks
Published on Nov 16, 2023 08:26 PM IST
INDIA 10/10: ONE TO GO
In Ahmedabad, India will appear in their 4th final, and a shot at joining Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni’s band of champions awaits this bunch led by Rohit Sharma
Updated on Nov 16, 2023 09:01 AM IST
Vivek Krishnan
AICF earmarks ₹2 crore for Candidates preparation
Vidit Gujrathi, R Praggnanandhaa and R Vaishali who have all qualified for next year's Candidates, will receive ₹30 lakh each to prepare for the marquee event.
Published on Nov 14, 2023 10:09 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan, New Delhi
CWC 23: Welcome to the knockouts
Semi-finals and finals, with all that’s at stake on such occasions, can make you do special and strange things at once
Updated on Nov 14, 2023 07:03 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan, New Delhi
India ride twin tons to finish 9-0
Iyer, Rahul hit hundreds in 160-run win over Netherlands in last World Cup league match
Published on Nov 12, 2023 09:57 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Bengaluru
Iyer proving his worth at No. 4
While the jury may still be out on Iyer against the short ball, other facets of his batting are coming to the fore
Published on Nov 12, 2023 08:49 PM IST
With eye on semis, India enter 'big picture' mode
The home team are unlikely to rest their players for the Netherlands game as they look to keep the winning streak going
Published on Nov 11, 2023 08:38 PM IST
Don’t really need a mindset shift for knockouts: Dravid
Since winning the Champions Trophy in 2013 -- India's last ICC title -- their record in knockout fixtures stands at three wins and six losses in nine matches
Published on Nov 11, 2023 07:38 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Bengaluru
Keeping calm: Rahul has kept it real
The 31-year-old has been solid behind the wickets, got his DRS calls right and been a sounding board for the bowlers too
Published on Nov 10, 2023 09:37 PM IST
The Dutch must not go the Kenya way
Crippled by the lack of game time at the elite level, how do the 'weaker' teams catch up to the best?
Updated on Nov 09, 2023 10:21 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Bengaluru
Maxwell, and the art of taming spinners this World Cup
India have lost the least wickets to spin, and their own spinners have made the most breakthroughs – 2 big reasons for their imperious run in World Cup.
Updated on Nov 08, 2023 10:51 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Bengaluru
India's plans have worked a charm
Familiarity and role clarity have helped Rohit and Co make light of different conditions and missing players
Published on Nov 07, 2023 11:42 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan, Bengaluru
World Cup 2023: Is this the greatest Indian ODI team ever?
There's just a fine margin between good and great teams. One that the current Indian set-up will hope to bridge come November 19.
Updated on Nov 07, 2023 12:01 AM IST
Vivek Krishnan, New Delhi
World Cup, cadence of ODIs and lopsided contests
The tournament has helped highlight the flow of 50-over cricket as distinct from the T20 contests, but there have been too many one-sided matches so far
Published on Nov 05, 2023 10:36 PM IST
Pakistan's 'classic World Cup campaign' runs into doughty New Zealand
Babar Azam's team has a favourable head-to-head record against New Zealand in World Cups, with seven wins in nine meetings.
Updated on Nov 04, 2023 07:07 AM IST
Vivek Krishnan, New Delhi
Can New Zealand get their World Cup 2023 campaign back on track?
They won their first four games but have lost the next three to land up in a precarious position
Published on Nov 02, 2023 09:40 PM IST
Vivek Krishnan, New Delhi
