India's stalwart batter, Virat Kohli, disclosed that he wasn't confident about delivering a performance in the T20 World Cup final in Barbados. Before the final, in seven matches, Kohli, with all his experience, struggled to find that elusive purple patch and put together a string of performances that he enjoyed in the Indian Premier League. Before the final, he could only muster up just 75 runs at an average of 10.71, which was well below the standards that he had set over the years. But in the final against South Africa, when the Indian team needed him the most, Kohli tapped into his prime and brought the best out of himself, proving that 'form is temporary and class is permanent'.
06 July,2024 01:37 PM IST
Winning team members of the T20 World Cup Champion India, captain Rohit Sharma, batters Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube, Yashasvi Jaiswal and the bowling coach met Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in Mumbai on Friday.The Chief Minister felicitates victorious members of the Indian team with shawls and idols of Lord Ganesha, congratulating the Indian players for the victory.
05 July,2024 06:39 PM IST
Following the retirement announcement of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma from T20 international cricket, Indian team vice-captain Hardik Pandya expressed heartfelt sentiments. "We'll miss them greatly, but this victory is our best tribute to them. Rohit and Virat, true giants and legends of Indian cricket, deserve this immensely. Playing alongside them for years has been incredible. This farewell means a lot to me personally—it's a dream come true. Words can't capture my emotions. Amid challenges, I've always believed in responding with grace. People may talk, but I know who I am. This win is not just ours, it's theirs too," shared an elated Hardik Pandya.
30 June,2024 03:46 PM IST
Rohit Sharma, reflecting on his career after India's ICC T20 World Cup 2024 triumph, announced his retirement from T20 cricket, completing a journey that began in 2007. Emphasizing the challenges of managing all formats, he expressed satisfaction in achieving closure with a World Cup victory. Sharma highlighted the technical demands of T20 cricket, particularly as an opener, and cherished his multifaceted career across formats. Known for his intuitive leadership style, he credited following his instincts in decision-making. With a focus on the present, he embraced the opportune moment to retire, marking it with a pinnacle achievement and bidding farewell to T20 cricket on a high note.
30 June,2024 02:25 PM IST
India triumphed in ending its ICC trophy drought with a nail-biting 7-run victory over South Africa in the T20 World Cup final on June 29. Following this historic win, renowned batsman Virat Kohli chose to retire from T20Is, marking the culmination of a stellar career in the shortest format. Reflecting on his decision, Kohli expressed gratitude and acknowledged that he couldn't have envisioned a more fitting conclusion to this chapter of his career. His retirement comes as a poignant moment for Indian cricket, underscoring his immense contribution and leaving fans and teammates alike with memories of his exceptional performances on the global stage.
30 June,2024 01:12 PM IST
Former cricketer Gautam Gambhir expressed his willingness to coach the Indian cricket team amid speculations surrounding the next head coach. Speaking at an event in Medeor Hospital, Abu Dhabi, Gambhir deemed it an "honour" to coach his national team, stating that representing 140 crore Indians and fans globally would be a tremendous responsibility. With the tenure of Rahul Dravid, the current head coach, nearing its end after the T20 World Cup 2024, Gambhir's aspirations come at an opportune time. As India gears up to commence their T20 World Cup campaign against Ireland on June 5 in New York, the prospect of Gambhir guiding them towards their second title looms large.
03 June,2024 12:43 PM IST
Kevin Pietersen, the renowned cricketer, expressed his admiration for Lucknow Airport, calling it "world-class." He applauded Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's vision for transforming the airport into a modern facility. Pietersen's remarks highlighted the significant improvements made at the airport and underscored the government's commitment to enhancing infrastructure in the region. This recognition from a well-known sports figure reflects the growing reputation of Uttar Pradesh's development under CM Yogi's leadership.
29 April,2024 12:21 PM IST
Watch Anil Kapoor's hilarious 'Bhaee Kisaka Chappal Hai' moment that will leave you in splits. The airport turned into a star-studded affair with the sightings of cricket sensation Virat Kohli, the ever-charming Anil Kapoor, Jasprit Bumrah, the dapper Jackky Bhagnani, and the handsome Aditya Roy Kapur.
15 December,2023 09:26 PM IST
Two days after the debacle, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) shared a video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi meeting Indian players in the dressing room right after the match and consoling the crestfallen players. The video has come amid widespread disappointment among Indian fans after the World Cup Final loss at the hands of Australia. Team India faced a heart-breaking loss to Australia in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Final on November 19. Despite the disappointment, the top wicket-taker in the tournament, Mohammed Shami expressed his gratitude to fans for their support. India came close to clinching the World Cup trophy after 12 years. So far, India has reached the finals of the World Cup four times and came out victorious two times in 1983 and 2011 whereas lost to Australia on both occasions in 2003 and 2023.
21 November,2023 10:55 AM IST
Football legend David Beckham, who is in India on a three-day visit as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador shared his ‘incredible experience’ in India and the people of the country. David Beckham’s India visit consisted of playing soccer with Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar in the stadium. Not only that, Beckham enjoyed the India vs New Zealand semi-final clash at Wankhede Stadium alongside Indian icon Sachin Tendulkar. Beckham also arrived at Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja’s residence for an intimate dinner party. Dressed in an all-black outfit, Beckham looked dapper as he posed for the Paparazzi. The legendary footballer shared his special moments in India on Instagram.
16 November,2023 11:23 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
