Rohan Kanhai

The West Indies cricket team will be wearing black armbands during the second ODI against India as a mark of respect for the 1960s great Basil Butcher, who died on Monday. He was 86.

There is something about Guyanese batsmen and their relationship with India. Rohan Kanhai, Clive Lloyd, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Ramnaresh Sarwan all dazzled against India, especially in India. Among the current crop, Shimron Hetmyer is a star in the making. Sherfane Rutherford is an aspirant to get into that league.

Students at the recently concluded Hiking Championship at St Stephen’s College were seen cheering for the participants, who decided to climb the Easwaran Bharatan Memorial Climbing wall near the college’s gymnasium.

It was on June 21, 1975, when West Indies won the first edition of the Cricket World Cup. The Clive Lloyd-side won the World Cup after defeating Australia in the final.

India being bowled out for 36 runs against Australia and losing the first Test by eight wickets was an "unmitigated disaster", said former India captain Bishan Singh Bedi, and gave all credit to the home bowlers. At the same time, he pointed out that the Indians did not throw away their wickets, and that they were out to unplayable balls in the absence of a "tight defence".

Eras end. On Wednesday, the passing of Everton Weekes felt that way. He was 95, the last of the famed three Ws of the West Indies that cricket lovers of a certain vintage knew as well as their alphabets.

Legendary pacer Wes Hall reminisces about his cricket career, including a memorable Test match at Eden Gardens in 1958-59 where Rohan Kanhai scored a double hundred against West Indies.

It’s one thing that brings the entire nation together. Yes, I am talking about the passion for cricket. Even actor Naseeruddin Shah couldn’t resist the temptation to anchor ESPN’s latest interactive and innovative cricket game show ‘Super Selector’.

Guyana's Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret'd) Mark Phillips will embark on his visit to India on February 6 and is scheduled to hold a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhawan on the second day of his visit.

Overlooked by Indian selectors, Ramnath Parkar, who was an attacking batsman and a brilliant fielder, scored 4455 runs in 85 first-class matches.

Reggae legend Bob Marley’s son Rohan, on a recent trip to the capital, said he was in India to ‘reach his true self’

During his visit to Guyana, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the strong ties between India and Guyana, highlighting their shared culture, cuisine, and passion for cricket. He acknowledged the contributions of Guyanese cricket legends and the enthusiastic support the Indian cricket team received during the recent T20 World Cup held in the region.

Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar has voiced strong criticism of the West Indies bowling unit. Following India's decisive innings and 140-run victory in Ahmedabad, Gavaskar questioned the quality of the West Indies attack. He contrasted the current team with past legendary West Indian players, highlighting a perceived decline in batting talent. The second Test is set for New Delhi.

There is something about the Eden Gardens that continues to inspire generations of cricketers to seek their own paradise at this 150-year-old historic arena.

LONDON: The ever dependable Rahul Dravid denies he is defensive but says he enjoys batting for long periods and "frustrating people" by his technique. "I wouldn't say I'm defensive but I think sometimes the situation demands that I put down a solid foundation for the stroke-makers to follow," the Observer quoted Dravid as saying on Sunday.

TOI takes a look at some of the top PIO cricketers.

West Indian greats Lance Gibbs and Clive Lloyd were presented with commemorative caps to mark their formal induction into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.

Zak Crawley's 267 in the third Test against Pakistan at Southampton on Saturday saw the England batsman rewrite the record books.

A 39-year-old sanitation worker was run over by an unknown vehicle near Kanhai Chowk while he was cycling back in the early hours of Wednesday. Indra Kumar, whose family said he was employed by MCG as a sanitation worker, succumbed to his injuries at a private hospital in the city.

Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar on Wednesday said the current Indian team under Virat Kohli was "fulfilling my dreams". "What Kohli and his boys have done is amazing. Such a run of Test wins is amazing. They are fulfilling my dreams," said the Little Master.

Growing up in the 1980s, one heard stories from an earlier generation of how West Indies great Rohan Kanhai would lose his balance and fall while sweeping the fastest of bowlers for six. Perhaps present-day fans will go on to narrate tales of how one man called Suryakumar Yadav would fall off, lose his balance, yet send the cricket ball soaring for a six behind the ’keeper.

Former Pakistan captain Intikhab Alam was stunned into silence after hearing about the demise of Indian great Bishan Singh Bedi, his closest friend across the border.

Zak Crawley's 267 in the third Test against Pakistan at Southampton on Saturday saw the England batsman rewrite the record books. It was the seventh-highest maiden century in the 143-year history of Test-match cricket and the tenth highest innings by any England batsman.

The United States is supporting Guyana in its dispute with Venezuela, which could escalate into a conflict. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed support for Guyana's sovereignty and emphasized security and economic cooperation. The US Southern Command will conduct flight operations in Guyana to enhance the security partnership and regional cooperation. The conflict between Guyana and Venezuela revolves around energy resources in the Essequibo region. Guyana, with a large Indian-origin population, has historical ties to the US, including a troubled past due to its former leader's leftist orientation and friendship with Fidel Castro

KOLKATA: A passion is now holding out a promise. What began as "only a hobby" for autograph-hunter Nishant Singal some 40 years ago, is set to bring a smile to the faces of under-privileged children in the city and beyond.

Last-ball finish and a one-legged six - IPL's 11th edition produced thrills and spills galore in its first week. Here we look at the seven instances that stood out.

Air India, the national carrier may not be flying high but Air India cricket is. Two Air India teams are in the final of BCCI's inaugural Corporate Trophy.

A young man, probably in his 30s, would solemnly walk into the only air-conditioned advertising agency of that time with his legendary gait, dressed in his trademark silk shirt with an upturned collar. In his entire life, pitch was a key word and he was uber cool on field and off it.

Following in the footsteps of a parent is something kids in India have long been expected to do.

Those who saw him in pomp insist he is the finest footballer India has produced since the 1960s. But Chuni Goswami, who led India to gold in the 1962 Jakarta Asian Games and who turns 80 on Monday, was also a cricketer of considerable merit who famously demolished the West Indies in the winter of 1966.