A qualified sports psychologist with a PhD in athletic performance, Dr. Vikram S. Rajan brings a unique mental-health lens to cricket coverage. He writes extensively on "batsman's anxiety," "captaincy burnout," "pressure handling in super overs," and "post-match depression." His column "Mind and Wicket" features exclusive interviews with international players about their inner demons. Dr. Rajan is the essential voice for "cricket psychology," "team dynamics," and "resilience training" in elite sport.
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Sai Sudharsan falls in bizarre hit-wicket fashion again; Shubman Gill left stunn - In a display of sheer cricketing irony, Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan has been dismissed via hit-wicket for the second consecutive match, overshadowing a brilliant batting performance that solidified his place in the IPL record books.
IPL Franchises Where Hardik Pandya Could Land After Mumbai Indians Snub - As speculation mounts regarding his future at Mumbai Indians, we analyze three potential IPL franchises that could secure Hardik Pandya’s services for the 2027 season following a turbulent campaign.
Harman helps Hampshire rescue tie after Wellington ties down Surrey - In a dramatic encounter at the Utilita Bowl, Hampshire secured their second tie of the season as Nancy Harman’s explosive cameo pushed the hosts to parity against a formidable Surrey side.
Lanning caning sees of Somerset for Lancashire's first win - Australian superstar Meg Lanning starred with an unbeaten 75 to power Lancashire Thunder to a comprehensive seven-wicket win over Somerset, marking their first victory in this season's Women's Vitality Blast.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi becomes the fastest batter to score 1000 runs in IPL - In a display of pure explosive talent, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has written his name into the IPL history books, becoming the fastest player to reach the 1000-run milestone by balls faced during a high-stakes Qualifier 2 match.
Shaheen Afridi on Pakistan quicks losing speed: 'Machines deteriorate with time' - As concerns mount over the fading velocity of Pakistan's fast bowling unit, captain Shaheen Shah Afridi provides insight into the physical toll of a relentless international schedule and the team's strategic vision ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
Watch: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi furious with himself after being dismissed on 96 in - In a display of sheer determination and heartbreaking near-misses, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was dismissed for 96 during a high-stakes Qualifier 2 match, leaving the Rajasthan Royals opener visibly devastated as he walked off the field.
Tickner five-for wraps up innings win for New Zealand - Blair Tickner delivered a career-best performance to bowl New Zealand to an emphatic innings and 79-run victory against Ireland, wrapping up the contest with four sessions to spare.
Watch- Sai Sudarshan's Comical Hit Wicket Copied In England - The cricket world was left stunned as Sai Sudarshan’s viral hit-wicket dismissal in the IPL 2026 was mirrored by Ryan Higgins in the T20 Blast just days later. We break down the technical errors behind these rare dismissals and the mounting pressure of the T20 format.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's CSK Trade- Ravichandran Ashwin Reacts - As 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shatters six-hitting records in IPL 2026, a humorous trade rumor linking him to Chennai Super Kings has caught the attention of veteran Ravichandran Ashwin.
Ambidextrous spinner Shashini Gimhani in Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup squad - Sri Lanka has unveiled its 15-player roster for the Women's T20 World Cup in England, featuring the inclusion of 17-year-old ambidextrous wristspinner Shashini Gimhani and veteran leader Chamari Athapaththu.
