Ronav Bailey is a senior cricket correspondent with The Hindu, covering Indian cricket and international tournaments for over 15 years. Known for his incisive match reports, long-form features on cricketing culture, and data-driven analysis, he has reported from three ICC Cricket World Cups and multiple IPL seasons. A regular voice on cricket podcasts and television panels, Bailey brings a nuanced understanding of South Asian cricket politics, player development, and the shifting dynamics between traditional formats and T20 leagues. A Chennai-based journalist, he is also the author of Cover Drives and Carrom Balls: The Changing Face of Indian Cricket. His writing blends sharp observation with a deep respect for the game's subcontinental roots.
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Nitish Kumar Reddy: The Allrounder Thriving in the Age of Impact Players
While the impact-player rule threatened to phase out the traditional allrounder, Nitish Kumar Reddy is proving his immense value to Sunrisers Hyderabad, carving out a crucial niche as a dual-threat contributor in IPL 2026.
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SRH IPL 2026 Playoffs Scenario: Road to Qualifier 1 After PBKS Win
After a commanding victory over the Punjab Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad have firmly positioned themselves as title contenders in the IPL 2026 season. We break down the team's qualification scenario, their path to the top two, and what the remaining fixtures hold for Pat Cummins' men.
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Heinrich Klaasen Addresses International Comeback Rumors After IPL 2026 Brilliance
Following a dominant display for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026, Heinrich Klaasen has finally broken his silence regarding potential rumors of a return to international cricket for South Africa.
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Pat Cummins Lauds SRH Batters After Sensational Win Over PBKS in IPL 2026
Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a commanding 33-run victory over Punjab Kings in a high-octane IPL 2026 clash, with captain Pat Cummins hailing his team's batting masterclass and clinical bowling performance.
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Mady Villiers Stars with Century as Durham Topple Warwickshire
In a masterclass of individual brilliance, Mady Villiers powered Durham to a five-wicket victory over Warwickshire, combining a match-winning century with a decisive bowling spell to seal the win at Edgbaston.
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Cricket Fraternity Mourns Sudden Passing of Former Punjab Kings Pacer Amanpreet Singh Gill
The cricket fraternity is in mourning following the tragic passing of Amanpreet Singh Gill, a former Punjab Kings fast bowler and India U19 standout, who died at the age of 36.
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Sanjay Manjrekar Defends Riyan Parag Amidst Vaping Controversy
Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag recently found himself at the center of a social media firestorm following a vaping incident. Now, former Indian batter Sanjay Manjrekar has stepped in to defend the young star, labeling him a soft target in an evolving controversy.
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Sanju Samson Named MS Dhoni’s Long-Term Replacement in CSK by Priyank Panchal
With MS Dhoni sidelined by injury, Sanju Samson has not only filled the gloves but also the leadership void for Chennai Super Kings—earning public praise from former Indian Test cricketer Priyank Panchal as Dhoni’s rightful long-term successor.
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MI vs RCB: Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav Likely to Miss IPL 2026 Clash
Mumbai Indians' IPL 2026 campaign has hit a major roadblock as reports confirm that both regular captain Hardik Pandya and stand-in skipper Suryakumar Yadav are likely to miss the upcoming encounter against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Raipur. This double blow leaves the five-time champions in a precarious position as they prepare for a high-intensity battle without their two most influential stars.
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IPL 2026: Bengaluru Stripped of Hosting Rights for Final in BCCI Shake-up
In a major blow to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the BCCI has officially relocated the IPL 2026 final from the M Chinnaswamy Stadium to Ahmedabad, citing insurmountable regulatory disputes as the primary cause.
