Sports

The player retention moves reflect the IPL’s shifting dynamics and underscore the league’s evolving ethos. The decisions here indicate a broader cultural shift in professional sports: talent, adaptability, and brand alignment are prioritised over legacy.

Sports is the most visible display of a human being's skill. Whether it's fitness, athletism, showmanship, you name it, sport has it. But sport at some level is also entertainment.

Setting goals, winning races or elections is important as it provides a sense of accomplishment and recognizes talent and discipline. However, losses tell you where you need to get better (and how not to get bitter).

2024 could be a transition year for sports but who knows what the stars foretell. An analysis of tea leaves in the sports world for the upcoming year.

India's Cricketing troubles I don't follow cricket much, but losing a semi-final to England without taking any wickets might be worse than getting all out for 36 in Test cricket. The knives will be out as they should be. However, there are some interesting insights:

Dhoni is a cool head and keeps the bowlers focused. It is his batting that has let him down recently compared to his high standards earlier.

interesting cycle for sports growth in India and perhaps make us better athletes ;-) Now what should we do about politics?

Test match cricket seems slow, but as events on Saturday showed, things can change quickly. Due to its leisurely pace, one could miss an occasional ball or wicket, but the big screens show replays quickly enough

As your physical faculties slow down (too much good food and drink as well as long working hours), you realise that your mind is getting better, but your body is not responding as well. So what do you do? You then understand what Marcus Buckingham said about strengths in his book " Now discover your strengths"