Game on Field

  The ODI series against New Zealand will commence on January 11 in Vadodara, followed by the second match in Rajkot on January 14. The series will conclude with the third and final ODI on January 18 in Indore. Key highlights  Shubman Gill returns as Leader Hardik Pandya has been rested, Mohammed Siraj has been included in the squad. Shreyas Iyer has returned to the squad and will assume the role of vice-captain, subject to clearance of his fitness.  India ODI squad against New Zealand  Shubman Gill (Skipper), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul (wk), Shreyas Iyer (vice-capt)(subject to fitness clearance), Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Washington Sundar, Mohammed Siraj, Harshit Rana, Prasidh Krishna, Rishabh Pant (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Arshdeep Singh and Yashasvi Jaiswal Following the announcement of the squad, several questions naturally arise. Is Ruturaj Gaikwad being considered as part of a broader experimental approach by the team management? Is Mohammed ...

Cricket has long been a sport dominated by men, but in recent years, there has been a significant shift as women increasingly take center stage and demonstrate their prowess on the field.  A woman is playing cricket, showcasing her batting skills and the sheer joy of the game are a testament to her dedication and talent. This simple yet powerful moment captures the essence of what it means to be a woman in sports—breaking barriers, challenging stereotypes, and most importantly, having fun while doing it.  The video is not just about a woman playing cricket; it’s a celebration of “Women Power.” It serves as a reminder that women are equally capable of excelling in sports and that their contributions to the world of athletics are invaluable.  Cricket, often referred to as a gentleman’s game, is evolving. With the rise of international tournaments like the ICC Women’s World Cup and the Women’s Big Bash League, women’s cricket is gaining the recognition and viewership it de...

We are living in difficult times. The world is fast, loud, and often scary. It is easy to feel overwhelmed by the news, by the economy, by the sheer pressure of existing. But then, you watch a video like this. You see two friends in a quiet neighborhood, engaging in a harmless, beautiful battle of reflexes. This blog isn't just an analysis of a video. It is a testament to why we play and the love for the games that keep our spirits alive in a world that often tries to bury them under the weight of "adulthood." The Overwhelming Joy of "Just Playing " As we get older, "play" becomes structured. We schedule gym sessions. We join leagues. We track our calories and our heart rates on smartwatches. We optimize our fun until it feels like work. But this? This was unoptimized. This was raw. There is a specific kind of laughter that bubbles up when you are playing with a childhood friend. It’s a laughter that lives in your belly. You can see it in our body lang...

For any dedicated athlete, the "grind" is often associated with sweat, stadiums, and structured drills. However, as highlighted in the latest Game on Field short, there is a different kind of training that happens when the scoreboard is off. Cycling through nature—surrounded by greenery and fresh air—serves as a powerful metaphor for the athlete’s life: a constant forward motion, even during a "holiday". In the video, we see a player trading the badminton court or cricket pitch for a bicycle and a forest path. This shift in environment isn't just about fun; it’s about holistic development. Every trail navigated and every mile pedaled away from the competitive arena teaches a player resilience and perspective that a traditional training ground simply cannot provide. The Advantages of Off-Field Activities Mental Reset and Clarity : Stepping away from the high-pressure environment of competitive sports helps prevent burnout. Nature-based activities like forest cycl...