The best viewing experiences are found in cities where cricket isn't taken for granted. © BCCI

Cricket without the tedium

It’s not just the players that come from outside India’s metros now. The best viewing experiences are also found in cities where cricket isn’t taken for granted

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De Villiers consigns Pune to 17-run loss

Robin Uthappa’s 45-ball 75 doesn’t add up to much as Bangalore break away-loss jinx

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Bowling well but frustrated with losses: Narine

Kolkata spinner says they have to start winning close matches, while team sweats on Kallis, Tiwary injuries

Sachin Tendulkar before making his debut for Yorkshire in 1992. © AFP

Sachin, and the age of innocence

Tendulkar’s first interview is a reminder of a time when players actually spoke their mind without fear of the consequences

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Pune clash with history in Bangalore

Smith, Wright and Yuvraj must come to the fore if Pune, who have never beaten Bangalore before, are to make a dent on Virat Kohli’s team

Vinay Kumar (pictured) and RP Singh picked up three wickets apiece to bundle out Rajasthan Royals for 117. © BCCI

Rajasthan collapse takes Bangalore to No.1

The Royal Challengers barely broke a sweat as they mopped up the points at home

Kohli, Gayle and RCB. © AFP

Jennings backs Bangalore’s Big Three

Royal Challengers mull various options when it comes to team composition

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We lacked common sense, says Kohli

Bangalore skipper urges his team to play ‘smart’ cricket