• IPL 2024: From Kohli's No-Ball to Dubious Wide Calls – Umpiring Under Scrutiny

    The 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) has been delivering a blend of high-octane drama, exhilarating nail-biters and the occasional heart-wrenching defeats. Amidst the riveting action, the 17th edition of the tournament has also witnessed some rather questionable umpiring decisions, with players actively engaging with umpires, challenging decisions ranging from overlooked wides to contentious no-balls.Let's delve into these instances where umpiring decisions have come under scrutiny and...

  • Star Power vs Royalty: In Mandi, a Mega Showdown Between Kangana & Vikramaditya

    Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut’s fate in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi is shaping into an acid test for "Brand Modi". If she wins, despite all her shortcomings, it would confirm the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) proposition that 2024 is indeed a "lamppost election." In other words, Narendra Modi can swing a poll for any candidate (even a lamppost) who has his blessings with his charisma and oratory. But what if she loses? Where does that leave "Brand Modi"?The question hangs in the air, unspoken...