A look at Indian players who need a good showing in the IPL to get back in the reckoning.
In a bid to make the popular tournament more interesting for fans, the BCCI has introduced new major rules this year.
India are once again at the crossroads, with the team again searching for middle order options ahead of the World Cup.
Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja dominated with the ball for India while Virat Kohli ended his long wait for a Test century.
Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI in the fourth and final Test against Australia?
Poor batting was at the heart of the debacle.
Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI in the third Test against Australia?
No matter who the opponent, or how big the adversity, Andy Murray never backs away from the fight, observes Deepti Patwardhan.
Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI in the second Test against Australia?
Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI in the first Test against Australia?
In the 18 years that she has been on tour, Sania Mirza was the standard-bearer for tennis in the country. Never before had an Indian player dominated from the back court with such conviction. Deepti Patwardhan Salutes the Incomparable Sania Mirza.
'He is at his best now, he is in the right frame of mind.' The tough times he has gone through will only make him a better player and a stronger personality.'
The national selectors did well to deliver a loud and clear message as they sought to kickstart the transition in the Indian T20 team.
Eight years is a long time in the life of an athlete. But just like Messi, Di Maria has preserved and persisted towards his childhood dream, points out Deepti Patwardhan.
It is that time of the year when cricketers from around the world wait with bathed breath as their names come up at the Indian Premier League auction.
Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the first Test against Bangladesh, starting on Wednesday?
Richarlison is a rarity among the overindulged footballing elite. In a World Cup which has been overshadowed by social issues, Brazil's latest football sensation is championing more than just one cause, observes Deepti Patwardhan.
Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for Wednesday's must-win second ODI against Bangladesh?
'No one makes someone a cricketer. As a coach, you can only guide them.'
'Rohit had so much talent that he would have made it anyhow, under any coach, but I am happy I was able to guide him.'
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