Arani Basu

New Delhi

Sports Journalist at The Times of India

Father. Husband. Journalist at @timesofindia. Writes on cricket. Author: The New Stars Of Twenty20. Tweets personal. Don’t get personal

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Articles

Virat Kohli may stand firm on retirement plans

3 days ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Arani Basu

Virat Kohli's participation in the upcoming Test series against England remains uncertain as he hasn't confirmed his availability after expressing a desire to retire from Test cricket. The BCCI is trying to persuade him to reconsider, especially with Rohit Sharma's retirement. India's Virat Kohli celebrates his century on the third day of the first cricket test between Australia and India in Perth, Australia.
BCCI mulls IPL restart in Kolkata, southern states

4 days ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Arani Basu

The BCCI has suspended the IPL for a week and is considering completing the season in eastern and southern Indian venues like Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru if the situation improves. A September window is also being considered, potentially at the expense of the Asia Cup and India's tour of Bangladesh. Indian Premier League trophy (IPL Photo) New Delhi: With the Indian cricket board (BCCI) suspending the ongoing IPL for a week, the board is formalising plans to complete the season.
Rohit gives up Test cricket

1 week ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Arani Basu

Rohit Sharma has retired from Test cricket. He informed selectors that he wanted to relinquish captaincy and take a call after 2 Tests In England. He will continue to play ODIs for India. Selectors were looking for a long-term Test captain. Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant are potential candidates. Selectors are concerned about Gill's away record and Pant's current form. A decision on captaincy is expected soon.
Rohit Sharma makes BCCI shortlist for Test & ‘A’ tour of England

2 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Arani Basu

The Board of Control for Cricket in India is preparing for the England Test series. A pool of players is ready for both the Test team and the India ‘A’ tour. Rohit Sharma is on the shortlist, with selectors deciding on his captaincy. Rajat Patidar and Karun Nair are being considered for the middle order. Dubai: India's Rohit Sharma celebrates his half century during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final cricket match between India and New Zealand, in Dubai, UAE.
IPL 2025: True batters stand out on tricky pitches: Kevin Pietersen

2 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Arani Basu

Kevin Pietersen, the pioneer of the switch-hit, emphasizes the importance of a solid batting foundation, even amidst T20's innovative strokeplay. He distinguishes between pure T20 hitters and true batters like Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, who adapt to challenging pitches.
IPL 2025: Krunal’s all-round show crushes DC

2 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Arani Basu

Krunal Pandya's resilient 73* and a composed 51 from Kohli guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals. After a shaky start, the duo's partnership steadied the chase of 163. RCB bowlers, particularly Hazlewood and Kumar, effectively exploited the sluggish pitch, restricting Capitals to a below-par total despite Stubbs' late flourish.
IPL 2025: KL Rahul readies for turf war in DC vs RCB at Arun Jaitley Stadium

2 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Arani Basu

KL Rahul, now with Delhi Capitals, has transformed his game, marked by consistent runs and a newfound aggressive approach. His celebration against RCB, asserting dominance at the Chinnaswamy, highlighted his confidence. Delhi Capitals' KL Rahul celebrates his half century during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 cricket match against Lucknow Super Giants. (PTI) New Delhi: As KL Rahul stepped out of the Ferozeshah Kotla dressing room, the adjacent stand, full of teenagers, went berserk.
New player contracts to come only in Oct?

4 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Arani Basu

The BCCI is set to discuss fresh central contracts for the Indian men's cricket team in October, delayed due to concerns over Test performances and Rohit Sharma's future. While past year performances warrant retaining top players like Kohli and Jadeja in higher grades, the board aims to align contracts with a future vision, potentially trimming the support staff as well.
IPL 2025: The 'new' Karun Nair looks like his good old self

4 weeks ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Arani Basu

TrendingKarun Nair reflected on his impressive 89 off 40 balls for Delhi Capitals, acknowledging his inability to finish the match. He emphasized the importance of timing and gap-finding, crediting his domestic resurgence to this approach. Nair highlighted his focus on playing correct shots against bowlers like Bumrah. Karun Nair (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: “There’s no use talking much about my innings.
It’s not the size, it’s the science: How cricket bats got smarter

1 month ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Arani Basu

Arani BasuTNN Apr 14, 2025, 15:09 IST ISTAs cricket sees bigger scores with each passing season, bat manufacturing has become a more precise technology, fuelled by R&D and players’ constant inputs to fashion that perfect piece of wood that takes power-hitting forwardIn 2017, cricket’s caretakers got anxious as bowlers were getting hit out of the white-ball game. Playing conditions in white-ball cricket were skewed in favour of the batters as the scores kept getting bigger in cricket.