Deep Dasgupta

Irfan Pathan says fast bowlers need to 'forget about reverse swing' until COVID-19 restrictions ease up

The ICC banned the use of saliva to shine the ball due to the threat of COVID-19 infection.

'I want to make a comeback in ODI cricket', says India Test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane said he is mentally preparing himself to play all three formats.

Ajinkya Rahane reveals Sachin Tendulkar's advice when he batted with Master Blaster on Test debut

Recalling the match where he had to bat in the middle-order, in contrast to his usual playing position at the top-order, Rahane talked about the piece of advice Sachin Tendulkar had for him.

Firstpost Masterclass: Stance, speed, and solid base, Deep Dasgupta breaks down nuances of wicketkeeping

What are the negotiable and non-negotiable skills in wicketkeeping? What do 'soft hands' mean? How do you get up with the ball? Former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta explains all these and more in this edition of Firstpost Masterclass.

Cricket Association of Bengal to conduct eye tests for senior, U-23 teams once camps resume

In a first among domestic teams in India, Cricket Association of Bengal will be conducting mandatory eye tests for its senior and U-23 teams once camps resumes post COVID-19 lockdown.

Former India leggie Laxman Sivaramakrishnan says it's about time India finds the next crop of young spinners

Ravichandran Ashwin (365 wickets in 71 Tests) has been an impact bowler in home conditions but the current team management hasn't exactly put complete faith in Tamil Nadu tweaker's abilities in overseas conditions.

India vs New Zealand: Harbhajan Singh backs Shubman Gill over Prithvi Shaw for debut in first Test

Their journeys have been intertwined since the U-19 days but in next 10 days, Prithvi and Shubman will provide skipper Virat Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri with a lot to ponder while fighting to be Mayank Agarwal's opening partner in first Test against New Zealand

Former left-arm spinner Murali Kartik feels the art of spin bowling is dying in India

Former cricketer Murali Kartik feels the art of spin bowling is slowly dying in India, saying currently there are hardly any traditional spinners in the country who can outfox a batsman in the air or with turn.

India vs Bangladesh: After stellar show in Tests, Mayank Agarwal proves to be worthy addition for ODI series against West Indies

Former India player and cricket analyst Deep Dasgupta sees no harm in trying out Agarwal in the shorter formats, and the bilateral series against the West Indies could be the right platform

India vs South Africa: Happy for Rohit Sharma getting three Tests, not often selectors show so much faith in a player, says VVS Laxman

A change in technique after being asked to open had a negative impact on his performance and no wonder VVS Laxman wants Rohit Sharma to stick to his natural game in his new role during the upcoming South Africa Test series.