The worlds of cricket and cinema have often collided in India, producing some of the country’s most glamorous and high-profile couples. Here’s a look at some iconic pairings of sports stars who married film celebrities, creating a buzz in both Bollywood and sports arenas.Virat Kohli & Anushka SharmaIndia’s star cricketer Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress...
NEW DELHI: India’s Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma, is known for his tendency to forget things—a quirky trait that has been humorously pointed out by several teammates, including Virat Kohli. Virat, who often jokes about Rohit’s forgetfulness, once highlighted the Indian skipper’s habit of misplacing items.In a video chat shared by the BCCI on...
NEW DELHI: India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir dismissed worries on Wednesday regarding the team’s ability to compete with the best in the world despite the batsmen’ previous struggles against excellent spin bowling. Talking to the media on the eve of the two-Test series against Bangladesh in Chennai, Gambhir also claimed that India’s fixation on batting...
NEW DELHI: After a long hiatus following a severe car accident, Rishabh Pant is set to make his highly anticipated return to Test cricket for India’s series opener against Bangladesh on September 19th in Chennai.Pant’s journey back to the field has been nothing short of remarkable. His determination and hard work during rehabilitation have earned...
NEW DELHI: Head coach Gautam Gambhir emphasized on Wednesday the importance of maintaining a good relationship with senior players like captain Rohit Sharma and prominent batsman Virat Kohli to take Indian cricket forward.Gambhir, who recently replaced Rahul Dravid after the T20 World Cup, has previously shared the Indian dressing room with Kohli, Rohit, and Ravichandran...
NEW DELHI: Rishabh Pant is set to return to Test cricket after a two-year hiatus, having last played against Bangladesh in 2022. The India-Bangladesh Test match is scheduled to begin on Thursday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.Pant’s journey back to the cricket field is remarkable, considering the severe car accident he survived. Overcoming...
NEW DELHI: Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli, two quintessential Delhiites known for their aggressive approach in intense situations, recently sat down for an unconventional chat curated by the BCCI.During the conversation, they discovered that despite their similarities, they both find inner strength from their faith in the divine when facing extraordinary challenges.Gambhir recalled how chanting...
The 1932–33 Bodyline series between England and Australia remains one of the most infamous episodes in cricket history. It was a fiercely contested Ashes series, remembered not just for England’s victory but for the controversial tactics employed by their captain, Douglas Jardine, to counter the batting brilliance of legendary Australian batter Don Bradman.At the heart...
NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has endorsed vice-captain Shubman Gill as the ideal candidate for India’s next T20 captain despite BCCI recently appointed Suryakumar Yadav as the T20 captain ahead of Hardik Pandya.Raina believes Gill’s impressive performances and leadership qualities make him a standout choice for the role. Gill’s calmness under pressure, combined...
NEW DELHI: Suryakumar Yadav‘s breathtaking catch in the thrilling final against South Africa in Barbados will forever be etched in the memories of cricket fans worldwide. His incredible feat was a pivotal moment that swung the match in India’s favor, ultimately leading to their seven-run victory and securing the prestigious T20 World Cup trophy.Since that...
