From badminton to cricket, Sandip Sikdar writes on many sporting disciplines. He has the experience of working in digital, news agency as well as print organisations. Motorsport remains his first love.
Articles by Sandip Sikdar
Verstappen’s masterclass casts light on his enigmatic genius
Max Verstappen overcame a challenging start, winning the Sao Paulo GP from 17th on the grid, boosting his championship lead to 62 points.
Updated on Nov 04, 2024 11:00 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
‘HIL changed style and personalities of Indian players’
Former FIH Player of the Year Furste believes India’s rise began with the tournament which made the players self-confident
Updated on Oct 29, 2024 07:26 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Hockey Test: India wake up after half-time, beat Germany 5-3
With both teams winning a game each in the two-match series, it was decided that a shootout would decide the winner of the series, which Germany won 3-1
Updated on Oct 25, 2024 01:25 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
‘Until you believe in yourself, nobody will believe in you’
Former hockey captain Rani Rampal announced her retirement on Thursday, ending a 16-year career that established her as one of India’s greatest players
Published on Oct 24, 2024 09:00 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
In Delhi, the joy of hockey’s return tempered by defeat to Germany
The result wasn’t what the fans had turned up for as an off-colour India were outplayed at the iconic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium
Published on Oct 23, 2024 09:48 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
New India hockey forward Aditya chases his Chak De! moments
Aditya Lalage, inspired by "Chak De! India," transitions from sugarcane farming to debut for India's hockey team, marking a remarkable journey
Updated on Oct 23, 2024 01:55 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Hockey Tests: India ready for tough Germany challenge
The Paris Olympics silver and bronze medallists are both in an early rebuilding phase after the Games
Published on Oct 22, 2024 10:16 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
The main target now is to get the right players in: Fulton
The India coach will keep his eye on the revamped Hockey India League to build a larger pool of players
Published on Oct 21, 2024 10:13 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
I’ve been enjoying the way India has been attacking: Reid
The former national coach says that despite the team’s defensive style, it is able to create attacks, with camaraderie being the key to their success
Updated on Oct 18, 2024 10:08 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Lack of games has hurt Indian women’s hockey team: Paul van Ass
The Dutch coach who guided the Netherlands women’s team to Paris Olympics gold returns to India as coach of HIL team UP Rudras
Published on Oct 16, 2024 09:04 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
HIL auction: India defender Udita earns the big money
Barring Yibbi Jansen, the second most expensive player sold in the women’s auction, all other top buys were Indians
Updated on Oct 15, 2024 10:28 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
HIL auction: Belgium’s Wegnez costliest buy on Day 2
Contrary to the earlier announcement, the first women’s Hockey India League (HIL) will have only four teams instead of six
Published on Oct 14, 2024 10:55 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Harmanpreet Singh headlines new HIL players auction
The India skipper and drag-flicker was bought for ₹78 lakh as 54 players were sold on Day 1
Updated on Oct 14, 2024 06:39 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Nitish makes a splash, India seal Bangladesh T20I series
His 34-ball 74 and a 108-run stand with Rinku Singh (53 off 29 balls) put India on top in the 86-run win in Delhi
Updated on Oct 10, 2024 05:06 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
We will appoint a CEO in due time: Tirkey
Hockey India has delayed appointing a new CEO after Elena Norman's resignation in February, focusing instead on reviving the Hockey India League.
Updated on Oct 04, 2024 10:40 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
HIL returns after almost eight-year hiatus
The revived hockey league will comprise eight men’s and six women’s teams and will take place at Rourkela and Ranchi from Dec 28-Feb 1
Published on Oct 04, 2024 10:26 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Back to the future: Moudgil looks to Tokyo to deal with Paris pain
The former world No.1 rifle shooter has planned a return to competition in the national championship
Published on Oct 03, 2024 10:05 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
‘The main thing lacking, and really badly, was fitness’
India chief coach Harendra Singh gives a peek at his plans to get women's hockey back on its feet again
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 10:36 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
I will try and push the limits, says rifle shooter Arjun Babuta
The 25-year-old shooter is also aiming at getting into meditation which he believes will help him discover more about his technique
Published on Oct 01, 2024 08:38 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Young guns give India’s hockey team a fresh vigour
The newcomers post Olympics ensured more goals came off open play than penalty corners in the successful ACT title defence
Updated on Sep 28, 2024 10:43 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Can India’s next gen close the gap to Sindhu?
There are signs of a resurgence but a lot of work still needs to be done if LA 2028 is to see another medallist emerge
Published on Sep 27, 2024 10:51 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Sindhu ropes in Anup Sridhar as coach for European swing
He has been training the two-time Olympic medallist since the start of September at Hyderabad’s Gachibowli Stadium
Published on Sep 23, 2024 10:45 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
‘Good learner’ Malvika creates a flutter in China
Malvika Bansod reached the China Open quarter-finals, showcasing her talent by defeating top players despite losing to Akane Yamaguchi.
Updated on Sep 20, 2024 07:05 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
I am confident Kush Maini can reach F1: Hakkinen
The 55-year-old ‘Flying Finn’ also spoke about the current F1 season and his old team McLaren being on top after more than a decade
Published on Sep 19, 2024 09:29 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, Chennai
India edge past China to win Asian Champions Trophy
A disciplined performance by the hosts saw India face their toughest challenge before Jugraj scored the winner
Updated on Sep 17, 2024 11:58 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Oscar Piastri arrives on the big stage in style
The 23-year-old did nothing wrong on a bright afternoon in the ‘City of Winds’ as he delivered one of the finest wins in recent F1 history
Published on Sep 16, 2024 10:52 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
ACT hockey: Jarman, Harman sparkle as India ease into final
The holders beat South Korea 4-1 and will face hosts China, who beat Pakistan in the other semi-final
Published on Sep 16, 2024 10:23 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
ACT hockey: Dominant India face Korea in semis
India's men's hockey team, dominant in Asia, aims for another win against Korea in the Asian Champions Trophy semi-finals after impressive performances.
Updated on Sep 15, 2024 09:23 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
ACT Hockey: India rally to beat Pakistan, face South Korea in semis
Harmanpreet Singh scored both the goals in India’s final Asian Champions Trophy group match in China
Updated on Sep 14, 2024 10:17 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
India vs Pakistan: A rivalry hoping for a revival
While Harmanpreet and Co have benefitted from a professional setup, things haven’t been as rosy across the border
Updated on Sep 14, 2024 01:02 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi