A poem for my cricket coach, former fast bowler Anil Mittal, who passed away recently.
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Kobe Bryant: When Is It a ‘Good Time’ to Talk About Rape Allegations?
With Bryant's fans forcing media houses to issue apologies, it should be remembered that a person is the accumulation of their actions – be they highs or lows.
How Sexism Continues to Plague the FIFA Women’s World Cup
Last year, the winner of the first Ballon d'Or Féminin was asked whether she can ‘twerk’ after receiving her award.
How Andy Murray is Breaking Away from Sport’s ‘No Pain, No Gain’ Culture
Too often athletes are forced into a narrative in which their sport overtakes everything, to the detriment of their health and future happiness.
Hotstar Takes Down ‘Koffee With Karan’ Episode Featuring Pandya and Rahul
Hotstar's website now shows a previous episode featuring Sonam Kapoor and her siblings as the latest one.
BCCI Chief Recommends Two-ODI Ban for Pandya and Rahul After ‘Koffee with Karan’ Appearance
The matter is currently being considered by the BCCI's legal cell.
BCCI Issues Show Cause Notices to Pandya and Rahul For Offensive Comments on ‘Koffee With Karan’
The board is also reportedly considering banning players from making appearances on such 'non-cricket' shows altogether.