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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Yashasvi Jaiswal’s RR Release Demanded After Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Carnage – Yashasvi Jaiswal RR Exit Urged After Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Heroics
Yashasvi Jaiswal's RR Release Demanded After Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Carnage - Following Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's sensational 29-ball 97 in the IPL 2026 Eliminator, former CSK star Ambati Rayudu has urged Yashasvi Jaiswal to part ways with the Rajasthan Royals to avoid being constantly overshadowed by the 15-year-old prodigy.
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Pat Cummins’ Cost Per Wicket For SRH In IPL 2026 – Pat Cummins’ IPL 2026 Performance: Analyzing the Cost Per Wicket for SRH
Pat Cummins’ Cost Per Wicket For SRH In IPL 2026 - As Sunrisers Hyderabad concludes their IPL 2026 journey, we break down the financial and statistical impact of captain Pat Cummins, calculating his cost per wicket amidst a challenging season defined by leadership and injury recovery.
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International Cricket Board Announces They Have Solution To Dismiss Vaibhav Soor – Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Iceland Cricket Jokes About Stopping IPL 2026 Sensation
International Cricket Board Announces They Have Solution To Dismiss Vaibhav Soor - Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is redefining T20 cricket in IPL 2026. As he shatters records and dominates the Orange Cap race, even international cricket boards are joining the conversation on how to neutralize his explosive form.
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Preity Zinta Gives Out 1st Public Statement On PBKS IPL 2026 Exit – Preity Zinta Breaks Silence on Punjab Kings’ Heartbreaking IPL 2026 Exit
Preity Zinta Gives Out 1st Public Statement On PBKS IPL 2026 Exit - After a promising start ended in a devastating playoff miss, Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta has finally addressed the team's premature exit from the 2026 IPL season, thanking fans for their loyalty through a turbulent campaign.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Gets Best T20 Opener In The World Recognition In England – Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: The New King of T20 Cricket?
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Gets Best T20 Opener In The World Recognition In England - After a blistering 97-run knock in 29 balls, 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has captured the attention of the cricketing world, with England legend Michael Vaughan declaring him the premier T20 opener globally.
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‘A brand to admire but it comes at a cost’ – Moody wants SRH to invest in bowler – Tom Moody Urges SRH to Rethink Bowling Investment After IPL 2026 Exit
'A brand to admire but it comes at a cost' - Moody wants SRH to invest in bowler - Despite a strong league performance in IPL 2026, Sunrisers Hyderabad's journey ended in the Eliminator, prompting former coach Tom Moody to question the franchise's lopsided investment in batting over bowling.
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Hardik Pandya Follows Arshdeep Singh’s Footsteps, Removes His Entire Digital Tra – Hardik Pandya Deactivates Instagram Amidst Ongoing IPL 2026 Speculation
Hardik Pandya Follows Arshdeep Singh's Footsteps, Removes His Entire Digital Tra - Following a tumultuous IPL 2026 campaign and persistent online scrutiny, Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya has taken a step back from the digital spotlight by deactivating his Instagram profile.
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MS Dhoni’s to play IPL 2027?: CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan provides official update – MS Dhoni to Play IPL 2027? CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan Updates on Future
MS Dhoni's to play IPL 2027?: CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan provides official update - Following a challenging 2026 campaign, questions regarding MS Dhoni's future with the Chennai Super Kings have intensified. CEO Kasi Viswanathan breaks the silence on the legend's potential return and the status of the team's coaching staff.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Record In Knockout Matches Before RR Vs SRH IPL Eliminato – Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Record in Knockout Matches: Can He Shine in RR vs SRH Eliminator?
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Record In Knockout Matches Before RR Vs SRH IPL Eliminato - Ahead of the crucial IPL 2026 Eliminator between Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad, all eyes are on batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. We dive deep into his performance stats in high-pressure knockout games to see if he can carry his momentum onto the biggest stage.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi rewriting T20 and IPL history surpasses Kohli, Abhishek and – Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Rewrites IPL History: A Historic Knock in the Eliminator
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi rewriting T20 and IPL history surpasses Kohli, Abhishek and - In a display of pure, unadulterated talent, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has etched his name into the annals of cricket history. During the IPL 2026 Eliminator between Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad, the teenage sensation became the first player to achieve a strike rate of over 200 while amassing 600+ runs in a single season, leaving established icons in his wake.
