Neha Surana

Chennai

Sports Journalist at The Times of India

Sports journalist at the Times of India. Formerly with Deccan Chronicle.

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Articles

Chhetri’s return bad news for Indian football: Venkatesh

1 month ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Neha Surana

Former India captain feels it is more important to back youthCHENNAI: Back in 2005, as the India captain, Venkatesh Shanmugam had urged a fading senior to step aside so that an eager 20-year-old Sunil Chhetri could get his chance. It was a bold call then. And now, with Chhetri stepping back onto the international stage after ‘retirement’, Venkatesh voices a deep-seated disappointment.
Loss to Magnus Carlsen proved catalyst in Srihari’s GM push

1 month ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Neha Surana

TrendingLR Srihari, a 19-year-old from Chennai, has achieved the title of India's 86th Grandmaster, securing his final norm at the Asian Individual Championship. Despite a loss to Magnus Carlsen at the Qatar Masters, the experience motivated him significantly. Chennai: On Thursday, LR Srihari became India’s 86th Grandmaster after sealing his final norm at the ongoing Asian Individual Championship in Al-Ain, with a round to spare.
‘Baby AB’: CSK discover its new enforcer in IPL 2025

1 month ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Neha Surana

News‘Baby AB’: CSK discover its new enforcer in IPL 2025Dewald Brevis, the South African sensation, has emerged as a game-changer for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. Drafted mid-season, Brevis has injected much-needed firepower into the middle order, showcasing his explosive batting prowess. His remarkable innings against KKR, highlighted by a brutal assault on Vaibhav Arora, propelled CSK to victory.
Baby AB Brevis is CSK’s new enforcer

1 month ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Neha Surana

South African believes he has bigger role going forward that quick cameosCHENNAI: In a season where much has seemed off-colour for Chennai Super Kings, power-hitter Dewald Brevis seems a bright spot for the five-time IPL champions. The 22-year-old South African, known as ‘Baby AB’ (for his AB de Villiers-esque strokeplay), went unsold at the IPL mega auction following a relatively quiet stint with Mumbai Indians.
Chess without stress: Mantra of GM Shyam’s school

1 month ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Neha Surana

CHENNAI: In a city that’s producing chess prodigies and record-breakers at a dizzying speed and with parents rushing to turn their children into the next Gukesh or Pragg, coach Shyam Sundar, a Grandmaster is choosing a quieter revolution. Rather than bowing to the pressure of creating champions, the Chennai coach has built his academy – Chess Thulir (meaning ‘a young leaf’) – as a space where young players can learn to love the game without the weight of expectations.
IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals outclass Chennai Super Kings

2 months ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Neha Surana

KL Rahul's brilliant 77 and leg-spinner Vipraj's excellent performance led Delhi Capitals to a historic win against Chennai Super Kings at MA Chidambaram Stadium for the first time in 15 years. Rahul’s fluent innings, supported by crucial partnerships, set the stage for a solid 183-6, while CSK struggled to chase down the target. Delhi Capitals' players celebrate the wicket of Chennai Super Kings' Devon Conway.
IPL 2025: Kuldeep Yadav eyes red-ball comeback via Delhi Capitals

2 months ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Neha Surana

Wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav says hitting the right length is the key to his success Delhi Capitals spinner Kuldeep Yadav bowls in the nets. (Image: C Suresh Kumar/Times of India) Chennai: Kuldeep Yadav hasn’t played a Test since October last year. He hasn’t directly spoken about the five-match Test series against England that follows soon after the IPL, but his preparation could be quietly building towards it.
IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings back to MS Dhoni the skipper?

2 months ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Neha Surana

Ruturaj Gaikwad nursing an elbow injury; In-form Delhi Capitals have ammunition to inflict third loss on hosts at Chepauk Chennai Super Kings' captain Ruturaj Gaikwad during a practice session ahead of an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 T20 cricket match against Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. (PTI) Chennai: The spotlight just doesn’t leave him.
'Gukesh needs to stay grounded and remain curious'

2 months ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Neha Surana

TrendingEnglish Grandmaster David Howell, a former wunderkind who currently does commentary, feels the Indian model is the one to emulate for chess nations. D Gukesh (Photo Credit: FIDE) CHENNAI: English Grandmaster and commentator David Howell knows what it means to be a prodigy, to be the ‘next big thing.’ Howell, who became the youngest Briton to ever win a GM title in 2007 at 16 – a record he held until 2024 – also knows what comes after.
IPL 2025: Rajat Patidar, RCB’s master orchestrator

Mar 30, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Neha Surana

Rajat Patidar, in his first term as RCB captain, achieved a historic win against CSK at Chepauk after 17 years. His exceptional leadership and personal performance were acknowledged by teammates, including Phil Salt, showcasing Patidar's strategic decisions and impactful innings in the game's most critical moments.