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Explore MRF English willow cricket bats inspired by Virat Kohli’s batting approach. Some cricket shots stay with you long after the match is over. Virat Kohli's straight six off Haris Rauf at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in October 2022 is one of them. It was not a wild swing. Kohli stayed balanced, met a quick delivery with remarkable timing and sent it straight back over the bowler's head. That shot tells us more about his batting than any bat sticker ever could. So why do so many young cricketers look for an MRF bat when they admire Kohli?...

At 10–19 in the deciding game, most players would have been thinking about the medal slipping away. Tanvi Patri was still thinking about the next rally. The 15-year-old Indian fought back against China's reigning world junior champion Zhang Yi Xin in the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic women's singles final, saved six match points and even earned three chances to win gold. She eventually lost 21–15, 13–21, 24–26, but returned with a historic silver: India's first women's badminton medal at the Youth Olympic Games. The result: Tanvi Patri (India) won...

India are the undisputed champions of Asian men's hockey. But the most encouraging part of their 2026 Asian Champions Trophy triumph is not simply the trophy—it is the way they are learning to win. On 5 November 2026 in Mohali, India defeated Japan 4–1 in the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Punjab final. The score suggests a comfortable evening. The match was anything but comfortable for more than half its duration. Japan struck in the third minute and defended their lead until the 42nd. India then found four goals, including three in a...

Editorial guide by Subham Sarkar Badminton is a game of small distances and sudden movements. A player may move only two steps to reach a shuttle, but those steps can involve a hard push-off, a deep lunge and an immediate recovery. That is why I believe footwear deserves as much attention as the racket. The best badminton shoe is not necessarily the most expensive one: it is the pair that fits your foot, grips your court and remains comfortable when the rallies become demanding. Quick recommendation: Start with ASICS Gel-Rocket 12 if stability...

Yonex Astrox 77 Pro review, tested on court by Subham Sarkar. Some badminton rackets impress you with speed, others with control. The Astrox 77 Pro made its strongest impression on me with power. Deep clears felt particularly satisfying, and when I had the time to prepare for a full smash, the racket delivered the kind of attacking response I look for in a head-heavy frame. My verdict is straightforward: if your game needs more help from the backcourt, the Astrox 77 Pro deserves serious consideration. Its overhead power is excellent, its...

Best Badminton Rackets for Professional Players 2027 Top 10 Best Badminton Rackets for Professional Players in 2027 By Subham Sarkar , Sports Blogger & Equipment Reviewer at Khelmart What is the best badminton racket for a professional player in 2027? There is no single answer: the Yonex Astrox 100 ZZ is a compelling choice for aggressive singles, the Arcsaber 11 Pro for control and the Nanoflare 1000 Z for fast doubles. The best choice depends on swing mechanics, court role, timing and physical comfort. This guide compares ten premium...

By Subham Sarkar | Updated October 2026 Five exceptionally expensive retail cricket bat models. Prices below refer to listed MRPs, not necessarily current selling prices. Would you pay nearly ₹2 lakh for a cricket bat? For most cricketers, that sounds extraordinary. Yet at the very top end of the market, the conversation is about far more than a brand sticker. It is about the scarcity of exceptional English willow, careful selection, the skill of the bat maker and, sometimes, the value of a commemorative edition. Here are five striking...

Abhishek Sharma: The Unstoppable Beast Who Made 199 Look Like a Small T20 Target By Subham Sarkar | 27 October 2026 | India vs New Zealand, 3rd T20I, Wellington A target of 199 used to demand a near-perfect T20 chase. In Wellington on Tuesday, India reached it with 40 balls still unused. At the centre of the chaos was Abhishek Sharma, whose 113 from 38 balls was less an innings of calculated acceleration and more a refusal to let New Zealand settle into the match. Abhishek Sharma's extraordinary 113 off 38 balls powered India to a six-wicket...

Ten badminton rackets worth comparing for intermediate and developing players in 2027. Is ₹3,000 enough for a good badminton racket? For many club and recreational players, yes. You can find rackets that support clean clears, reliable defence and satisfying smashes without paying premium prices. The important part is matching the racket to your game, not buying the one with the biggest tension number. Quick answer: The Arcsaber 11 Play is my first choice for players who value control; the Astrox 77 Play is worth considering for attacking play;...

For one game in Paris, PV Sindhu looked capable of doing what she had never done before: beating An Se Young. Her sharp net play, attacking angles and willingness to take the shuttle early helped her win the opening game of the French Open 2026 final. But the world No. 1 adjusted, and Sindhu eventually finished with silver after a 21-16, 11-21, 12-21 defeat. The result: Sindhu reached her first French Open final, won four matches on the way and collected the runner-up medal at the BWF World Tour Super 750 event. The defeat is disappointing,...