Legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev, who brought home the first World Cup for India in 1983, recently attended the screening of the Punjabi film ‘Jahankilla’. The former Indian cricketer said that the film not only entertains but it also inspires.
He also shared that the film portrays Punjab’s valorous spirit.
‘Jahankilla’ is a story of sacrifice, love, friendship, and patriotism set against the backdrop of Punjab’s villages, and is a heartfelt tribute to the first responders.
Sharing his thoughts post the preview of the film, Kapil Dev said: “I am deeply honoured to support the talented young team behind ‘Jahankilla’. Their dedication to storytelling and their portrayal of Punjab’s valorous spirit truly resonated with me. I believe this film not only entertains but also inspires, and I am proud to lend my support to such a meaningful project.”
Kapil himself has been the subject of the Ranveer Singh...
He also shared that the film portrays Punjab’s valorous spirit.
‘Jahankilla’ is a story of sacrifice, love, friendship, and patriotism set against the backdrop of Punjab’s villages, and is a heartfelt tribute to the first responders.
Sharing his thoughts post the preview of the film, Kapil Dev said: “I am deeply honoured to support the talented young team behind ‘Jahankilla’. Their dedication to storytelling and their portrayal of Punjab’s valorous spirit truly resonated with me. I believe this film not only entertains but also inspires, and I am proud to lend my support to such a meaningful project.”
Kapil himself has been the subject of the Ranveer Singh...
- 3/17/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Netflix has unveiled an eclectic, star-studded India slate for 2024.
New films on the slate include comedy “Wild Wild Punjab” from producers Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg and director Simarpreet Singh, where a group of drunk boys decide to avenge a friend’s breakup by crashing his ex’s wedding and achieve closure. Varun Sharma, Sunny Singh, Manjot Singh, Jassie Gill Patralekhaa and Ishita Raj star. Neeraj Pandey’s heist thriller “Sikandar Ka Muqaddar” spans 18 years and will be shot across multiple locations in India and internationally.
New scripted series include Anubhav Sinha and Trishant Srivastava’s thriller “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack.” On Dec. 24, 1999, Indian Airlines flight Ic 814, en route from Kathmandu to New Delhi, was hijacked and taken to Kandahar in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. The series tells the story of the hijack that lasted seven days. The massive cast includes Vijay Verma, Patralekhaa, Pankaj Kapoor, Naseeruddin Shah, Arvind Swami and Dia Mirza.
New films on the slate include comedy “Wild Wild Punjab” from producers Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg and director Simarpreet Singh, where a group of drunk boys decide to avenge a friend’s breakup by crashing his ex’s wedding and achieve closure. Varun Sharma, Sunny Singh, Manjot Singh, Jassie Gill Patralekhaa and Ishita Raj star. Neeraj Pandey’s heist thriller “Sikandar Ka Muqaddar” spans 18 years and will be shot across multiple locations in India and internationally.
New scripted series include Anubhav Sinha and Trishant Srivastava’s thriller “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack.” On Dec. 24, 1999, Indian Airlines flight Ic 814, en route from Kathmandu to New Delhi, was hijacked and taken to Kandahar in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. The series tells the story of the hijack that lasted seven days. The massive cast includes Vijay Verma, Patralekhaa, Pankaj Kapoor, Naseeruddin Shah, Arvind Swami and Dia Mirza.
- 2/29/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Indian Contender ‘2018’ Director Talks Oscar Campaign, Unveils New Missing Ship Thriller (Exclusive)
Jude Anthany Joseph, director of India’s international feature Oscar contender “2018,” has started work on his next film.
The untitled investigative thriller is being written by the filmmaker alongside journalist Josy Joseph. The film is based on the true story of Kerala Shipping Corporation’s cargo ship Mv Kairali that disappeared in 1979 with a crew of 49 and 20,000 tonnes of iron ore on board while sailing from Margao, India to Rostock, Germany, via Djibouti.
“It’s really fascinating to learn the historical importance of this incident and how the investigation never succeeded. As a filmmaker it is a challenging subject to execute,” Joseph told Variety. Production is due to commence in the last quarter of 2024.
Meanwhile, “2018” screened at the ongoing International Film Festival of India (Iffi), Goa and the producers threw a lavish party to celebrate the film’s progress. The survival drama based on the climate change-caused floods that...
The untitled investigative thriller is being written by the filmmaker alongside journalist Josy Joseph. The film is based on the true story of Kerala Shipping Corporation’s cargo ship Mv Kairali that disappeared in 1979 with a crew of 49 and 20,000 tonnes of iron ore on board while sailing from Margao, India to Rostock, Germany, via Djibouti.
“It’s really fascinating to learn the historical importance of this incident and how the investigation never succeeded. As a filmmaker it is a challenging subject to execute,” Joseph told Variety. Production is due to commence in the last quarter of 2024.
Meanwhile, “2018” screened at the ongoing International Film Festival of India (Iffi), Goa and the producers threw a lavish party to celebrate the film’s progress. The survival drama based on the climate change-caused floods that...
- 11/23/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
New Delhi, Sep 3 (Ians) Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar was left disappointed by the top-order collapse suffered by the side during their Asia Cup clash against Pakistan, stating that veteran batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could have used their feet better against Shaheen Shah Afridi.
India were reduced to 66-4 in 15 overs, with Rohit and Kohli being castled by Shaheen, followed by Haris Rauf taking out Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill. India were taken to a competitive total of 266 in 48.5 overs, thanks to sensible knocks from Ishan Kishan (82) and Hardik Pandya (87).
The left-right handed batting duo stepped up in a pressure situation to stitch an important 138-run partnership, before persistent rain had the final say in the match.“Both the batters (Rohit and Virat) could’ve used their feet a bit better. Rohit Sharma had a big gap between his bat and pad.”
“Shreyas Iyer was a bit unlucky.
India were reduced to 66-4 in 15 overs, with Rohit and Kohli being castled by Shaheen, followed by Haris Rauf taking out Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill. India were taken to a competitive total of 266 in 48.5 overs, thanks to sensible knocks from Ishan Kishan (82) and Hardik Pandya (87).
The left-right handed batting duo stepped up in a pressure situation to stitch an important 138-run partnership, before persistent rain had the final say in the match.“Both the batters (Rohit and Virat) could’ve used their feet a bit better. Rohit Sharma had a big gap between his bat and pad.”
“Shreyas Iyer was a bit unlucky.
- 9/3/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Fitness has become a major issue of concern in cricket at present. A cricketer looks far leaner, fitter, more agile and athletic than ever before.
However, frequent breakdowns seem to be the norm of a cricketer’s life today, even though, they now travel and stay in comfort and have a staff of professionals at their beck and call to look after them.
A line from the famous poem “Little Man Cricketer” written by Frank Jones comes to mind, “Cricket is a game for a real live man, keep fit little man keep fit”. The poem goes on to talk of various aspects of the game, from dropping a catch to winning or losing or getting out on the very first ball and through it all it says, “Just smile”.
Unfortunately, “just smile” is exactly what the fans and followers of cricket are putting up with as regards players’ fitness.
However, frequent breakdowns seem to be the norm of a cricketer’s life today, even though, they now travel and stay in comfort and have a staff of professionals at their beck and call to look after them.
A line from the famous poem “Little Man Cricketer” written by Frank Jones comes to mind, “Cricket is a game for a real live man, keep fit little man keep fit”. The poem goes on to talk of various aspects of the game, from dropping a catch to winning or losing or getting out on the very first ball and through it all it says, “Just smile”.
Unfortunately, “just smile” is exactly what the fans and followers of cricket are putting up with as regards players’ fitness.
- 9/1/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The successful landing of Chandrayaan 3 on the Moon’s south pole has every Indian in a state of euphoria and pride. The fabulous achievement of Isro is just the boost that the Indian cricket team requires when they play in the Asia Cup’23.
The tournament will be a cricketing treat to savour for the millions of Asian cricket lovers. India play Pakistan in their very first match and with Nepal being the third team in the group, both the Asian giants should easily qualify for the Super 4 stage.
The interesting schedule of this tournament is that India and Pakistan will once again play each other in the Super 4 stage to qualify for the final. If they do so, it will be a grand feat to enjoy, especially, for the cricket-starved fans of both countries.
India have named their 17-member squad for the Asia Cup 2023. This seems to be the core...
The tournament will be a cricketing treat to savour for the millions of Asian cricket lovers. India play Pakistan in their very first match and with Nepal being the third team in the group, both the Asian giants should easily qualify for the Super 4 stage.
The interesting schedule of this tournament is that India and Pakistan will once again play each other in the Super 4 stage to qualify for the final. If they do so, it will be a grand feat to enjoy, especially, for the cricket-starved fans of both countries.
India have named their 17-member squad for the Asia Cup 2023. This seems to be the core...
- 8/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Shubman Gill bags three awards, Sky named T20 Player of the Year; Deepti Sharma is best women player
Mumbai, Aug 21 (Ians) India’s Shubman Gill was on Monday named winner of the Men’s International Cricket of the Year award in the Ceat Cricket Rating Awards handed out here amidst much fanfare.
Besides being named the Men’s International Cricketer of the Year, Shuban Gill was also named the Ceat Men’s International Batter of the Year and the also the Odi Batter of the Year as the young Indian opener dominated the show thanks to his scintillating batting in the last 12 months.
On being bestowed with the award, he said, “I’m honoured to be selected as the recipient of the coveted Ceat Men’s International Cricketer of the Year. As a cricketer, it’s always about pushing boundaries, facing challenges head-on, and constantly improving to reach new heights. This recognition reinforces the parallel between our commitment to excellence and would encourage me to strive harder.”
In its 25th edition,...
Besides being named the Men’s International Cricketer of the Year, Shuban Gill was also named the Ceat Men’s International Batter of the Year and the also the Odi Batter of the Year as the young Indian opener dominated the show thanks to his scintillating batting in the last 12 months.
On being bestowed with the award, he said, “I’m honoured to be selected as the recipient of the coveted Ceat Men’s International Cricketer of the Year. As a cricketer, it’s always about pushing boundaries, facing challenges head-on, and constantly improving to reach new heights. This recognition reinforces the parallel between our commitment to excellence and would encourage me to strive harder.”
In its 25th edition,...
- 8/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
In all sports, winning is the goal that one plays for. It all boils down to performing the best as an individual and as a team.
The pressure to perform to one’s optimum ability or for one’s team or country is a subconscious constant reminder that exits well before one finally takes to the field. Anxiety, sleepless nights, worry, and uncertainty are just some of the effects that a cricketer confronts before a game.
The adrenaline is in full flow during one’s performance. Although one is consciously aware of keeping one’s temperament in check, the inevitable outburst does happen.
The sole reason is that a sportsperson has immersed oneself into a mental state of performing well. Many hours of hard work and pain go into one’s preparation and when one is deprived, or one feels cheated, an angry retort can regretfully emerge.
Sitting on the sidelines,...
The pressure to perform to one’s optimum ability or for one’s team or country is a subconscious constant reminder that exits well before one finally takes to the field. Anxiety, sleepless nights, worry, and uncertainty are just some of the effects that a cricketer confronts before a game.
The adrenaline is in full flow during one’s performance. Although one is consciously aware of keeping one’s temperament in check, the inevitable outburst does happen.
The sole reason is that a sportsperson has immersed oneself into a mental state of performing well. Many hours of hard work and pain go into one’s preparation and when one is deprived, or one feels cheated, an angry retort can regretfully emerge.
Sitting on the sidelines,...
- 7/28/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
There was a time when West Indies cricket was the epitome of the game. The carefree and calypso style of fun-loving and unconventional but skilful approach to the game was a treat to watch.
The West Indians played to mesmerize and entertain the crowd without a care about the result. Genius was the word used by many of their players and it fit the bill perfectly especially for one of theirs, the greatest cricketer ever to play the game, Sir Garfield Sobers.
The Indian team touring the West Indies at present were privileged to shake the hands of the great man, one who could bat, bowl, field and even keep wickets at the highest level.
The word “Bazball” has now become a mantra for the England side in their quest to play attacking and attractive cricket. It takes one back to the famous 1961 Test series between Australia and the West Indies Down Under.
The West Indians played to mesmerize and entertain the crowd without a care about the result. Genius was the word used by many of their players and it fit the bill perfectly especially for one of theirs, the greatest cricketer ever to play the game, Sir Garfield Sobers.
The Indian team touring the West Indies at present were privileged to shake the hands of the great man, one who could bat, bowl, field and even keep wickets at the highest level.
The word “Bazball” has now become a mantra for the England side in their quest to play attacking and attractive cricket. It takes one back to the famous 1961 Test series between Australia and the West Indies Down Under.
- 7/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The defeat at the hands of Australia in the World Test Championship has brought about a fiasco in Indian Cricket. The Indian side was till then considered to be the epitome of the cricketing world. A team that boasted superlative batters, mesmerising spinners and a battery of fast bowlers. Indian cricket was running at full throttle speeding towards what one imagined as an unparalleled success.
Another loss in an Icc tournament has put a question mark on the direction that Indian cricket was happily cruising towards. Presently there are concerns and brickbats are being hurled at the selection of the players and the reason for India’s failure. The Indian Premier League (Ipl) naturally has become the easiest target to attack, not for the cricket but for the lack of time that the Indian players were given to recover and get fully acclimatised.
Test cricket, one understands, is an entirely...
Another loss in an Icc tournament has put a question mark on the direction that Indian cricket was happily cruising towards. Presently there are concerns and brickbats are being hurled at the selection of the players and the reason for India’s failure. The Indian Premier League (Ipl) naturally has become the easiest target to attack, not for the cricket but for the lack of time that the Indian players were given to recover and get fully acclimatised.
Test cricket, one understands, is an entirely...
- 6/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
London, June 29 (Ians) Australia were dealt with a major injury scare on Thursday when premier off-spinner Nathan Lyon limped off the field while fielding during day two of the second Ashes Test against England at Lord’s.
Lyon, who is playing in his 100th consecutive Test, was running in to take a catch of Ben Duckett off the bowling of Cameron Green in the leg-side after tea, when he pulled up sharply while running towards the ball.
The injury looked so serious that Lyon had to go off the field by taking the support of a member of the Australian team medical staff and shook off in pain while clutching the calf region of his right leg.
A statement from Cricket Australia confirmed Lyon has suffered a right calf injury and would be further assessed after the close of day’s two play. “A further update, if available, will be shared in the morning,...
Lyon, who is playing in his 100th consecutive Test, was running in to take a catch of Ben Duckett off the bowling of Cameron Green in the leg-side after tea, when he pulled up sharply while running towards the ball.
The injury looked so serious that Lyon had to go off the field by taking the support of a member of the Australian team medical staff and shook off in pain while clutching the calf region of his right leg.
A statement from Cricket Australia confirmed Lyon has suffered a right calf injury and would be further assessed after the close of day’s two play. “A further update, if available, will be shared in the morning,...
- 6/29/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
London, June 29 (Ians) Australia were dealt with a major injury scare on Thursday when premier off-spinner Nathan Lyon limped off the field while fielding during day two of the second Ashes Test against England at Lord’s.
Lyon, who was playing in his 100th consecutive Test, was running in to take a catch of Ben Duckett off the bowling of Cameron Green in the leg-side after tea, when he pulled up sharply while running towards the ball.
The injury looked so serious that Lyon had to go off the field by taking the support of a member of the Australian team medical staff and shook off in pain while clutching the calf region of his right leg.
A statement from Cricket Australia confirmed Lyon has suffered a right calf injury and would be further assessed after the close of day’s two play.
“A further update, if available, will be shared in the morning,...
Lyon, who was playing in his 100th consecutive Test, was running in to take a catch of Ben Duckett off the bowling of Cameron Green in the leg-side after tea, when he pulled up sharply while running towards the ball.
The injury looked so serious that Lyon had to go off the field by taking the support of a member of the Australian team medical staff and shook off in pain while clutching the calf region of his right leg.
A statement from Cricket Australia confirmed Lyon has suffered a right calf injury and would be further assessed after the close of day’s two play.
“A further update, if available, will be shared in the morning,...
- 6/29/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
London, June 28 (Ians) After taking the field for the second Test of Ashes 2023 against England at Lord’s, veteran Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon on Wednesday became the first specialist bowler to play 100 consecutive matches in the longest format of the game.
Lyon, who made his Test debut in July 2011, has also become only the sixth player in the history of cricket to feature in 100 consecutive Tests. Other players in the list are Alastair Cook (159), Allan Border (153), Mark Waugh (107), Sunil Gavaskar (106) and Brendon McCullum (101).
Coincidentally, Lyon has achieved this rare landmark at Lord’s, the same venue where he was dropped in the format for the last time. This was almost a decade ago during Australia’s tour of England for the 2013 Ashes series.
“That’s something I’m really proud of. To be able to tick off 100 consecutive Test matches, that’s a proper stat in my head. That’s a lot of Test cricket,...
Lyon, who made his Test debut in July 2011, has also become only the sixth player in the history of cricket to feature in 100 consecutive Tests. Other players in the list are Alastair Cook (159), Allan Border (153), Mark Waugh (107), Sunil Gavaskar (106) and Brendon McCullum (101).
Coincidentally, Lyon has achieved this rare landmark at Lord’s, the same venue where he was dropped in the format for the last time. This was almost a decade ago during Australia’s tour of England for the 2013 Ashes series.
“That’s something I’m really proud of. To be able to tick off 100 consecutive Test matches, that’s a proper stat in my head. That’s a lot of Test cricket,...
- 6/28/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, June 26 (Ians) Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has slammed England’s umbrella fielding tactics against Australia’s opener Usman Khawaja during the first Ashes Test, and referred to it as ‘a field for TV’, suggesting that such a defensive fielding strategy may not lead to breakthroughs.
Gavaskar’s remark comes days after England lost the first Ashes Test by two wickets in a thriller at Edgbaston, trailing 0-1 in the five-match series.
“The Ashes series in England seems to have caught the imagination of the cricketing public there. England are batting with a freedom that has not been seen before and more shots, both orthodox and unorthodox are being played under the regime of Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum than before the duo took over. That’s where Bazball stops,” Sunil Gavaskar wrote in his column for Mid-Day.
“While bowling England are not doing anything different from earlier times.
Gavaskar’s remark comes days after England lost the first Ashes Test by two wickets in a thriller at Edgbaston, trailing 0-1 in the five-match series.
“The Ashes series in England seems to have caught the imagination of the cricketing public there. England are batting with a freedom that has not been seen before and more shots, both orthodox and unorthodox are being played under the regime of Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum than before the duo took over. That’s where Bazball stops,” Sunil Gavaskar wrote in his column for Mid-Day.
“While bowling England are not doing anything different from earlier times.
- 6/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Tahir Raj Bhasin, who impressed all with his diverse performances in back-to-back releases 83, Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhen and Looop Lapeta, has penned an open letter for the Team 83 as a mark of respect for the historic World Cup win. It was on 25th June, 1973 when Kapil Dev and his team lead India to victory and scripted history by lifting the first cricket World Cup.
On its 40th anniversary, Tahir, who played the character of Sunil Gavaskar in Kabir Khan’s 83 that celebrated the heroics of Kapil’s Devils, took this opportunity to express his gratitude to the team for their indelible contribution to the world of cricket and for inspiring millions with their never give up attitude.
Tahir shared the open letter along with a glimpse from the critically acclaimed film.
Through his letter, Tahir has echoed the emotions of millions of Indians for Kapil Dev and the...
On its 40th anniversary, Tahir, who played the character of Sunil Gavaskar in Kabir Khan’s 83 that celebrated the heroics of Kapil’s Devils, took this opportunity to express his gratitude to the team for their indelible contribution to the world of cricket and for inspiring millions with their never give up attitude.
Tahir shared the open letter along with a glimpse from the critically acclaimed film.
Through his letter, Tahir has echoed the emotions of millions of Indians for Kapil Dev and the...
- 6/25/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Tahir Raj Bhasin, known for his roles in ‘Mardaani’, ‘Chhichhore’ and ’83’, remembered his father as the ‘rock’, the family could always rely on. On Father’s Day, Tahir took to Instagram to post a picture of himself as a boy with his father, an Indian Air Force officer.
The actor captioned the picture: “Happy Father’s Day pa:) Your strength & courage have been examples to live by. Thank you for always being the rock one can rely on.”
Tahir Raj Bhasin won praise for playing Sunil Gavaskar in ’83’.
He also acted in the film ‘Looop Lapeta’, which was the Indian adaptation of the 1998 German film ‘Run Lola Run’.
He was also seen in the 2022 romantic-crime-thriller web series ‘Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein’.
The actor captioned the picture: “Happy Father’s Day pa:) Your strength & courage have been examples to live by. Thank you for always being the rock one can rely on.”
Tahir Raj Bhasin won praise for playing Sunil Gavaskar in ’83’.
He also acted in the film ‘Looop Lapeta’, which was the Indian adaptation of the 1998 German film ‘Run Lola Run’.
He was also seen in the 2022 romantic-crime-thriller web series ‘Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein’.
- 6/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, June 12 (Ians) Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar believes no other top cricketer in India has been subjected to the baffling treatment which has been meted out to ace off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who was excluded from India’s playing eleven in their 209-run defeat to Australia in the World Test Championship (Wtc) Final at The Oval.
The dilemma of Ashwin being in the playing eleven or not had been a huge topic of discussion in the run-up to the Wtc final, leading to contrasting opinions. His exclusion from the playing eleven, as India lacked control of the ball, invited severe criticism from former cricketers of both nations.
“No other top-class Indian cricketer in the modern era has been treated as bafflingly as Ashwin has been. Tell me if there was a No. 1 Icc-ranked batter in the team, would he have been left out of the playing XI just because...
The dilemma of Ashwin being in the playing eleven or not had been a huge topic of discussion in the run-up to the Wtc final, leading to contrasting opinions. His exclusion from the playing eleven, as India lacked control of the ball, invited severe criticism from former cricketers of both nations.
“No other top-class Indian cricketer in the modern era has been treated as bafflingly as Ashwin has been. Tell me if there was a No. 1 Icc-ranked batter in the team, would he have been left out of the playing XI just because...
- 6/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
London, June 12 (Ians) With India’s batting under scrutiny after their 209-run defeat to Australia in the World Test Championship (Wtc) Final at The Oval here, Virat Kohli has responded with a cryptic message extolling the importance of maintaining ‘silence’ in such a situation.
India’s hopes depended on the partnership between Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane as they started playing on the fifth day at 164/3 in their chase of a gigantic target of 444.
However, Kohli was the first to get out at 49 as he tried to hit a ball pitched wide off his off-stump and edged to Steve Smith at second slip in what legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar described as an attempt to “achieve landmark, a milestone”.
Rahane was out for 46 and India did not last the full morning session and were all out for 234, losing the match by 209 runs.
It was the second successive Wtc Final that India...
India’s hopes depended on the partnership between Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane as they started playing on the fifth day at 164/3 in their chase of a gigantic target of 444.
However, Kohli was the first to get out at 49 as he tried to hit a ball pitched wide off his off-stump and edged to Steve Smith at second slip in what legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar described as an attempt to “achieve landmark, a milestone”.
Rahane was out for 46 and India did not last the full morning session and were all out for 234, losing the match by 209 runs.
It was the second successive Wtc Final that India...
- 6/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
London, June 11 (Ians) Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar slammed the Indian batters after they lost to Australia in the World Test Championship (Wtc) Final at The Oval, saying the batting from the Rohit Sharma-led side was in a shambles, especially in terms of shot selection.
It was a final that Australia dominated from the word go, posting 469 as Travis Head and Steve Smith made 163 and 121 respectively after being put into batting first, and bundled India out for 296, taking a first-innings lead of 173 runs.
After declaring their second innings at 270/8 to set an improbable 444-run target for India, Australia bowled out India for 234 to win by 209 runs before lunch on day five to earn their first-ever Wtc title.
“In the first innings as well in the second innings. When Australia scored 469. The kind of batting line-up we often boast of, we should have got much closer to that. We gave Australia a big lead.
It was a final that Australia dominated from the word go, posting 469 as Travis Head and Steve Smith made 163 and 121 respectively after being put into batting first, and bundled India out for 296, taking a first-innings lead of 173 runs.
After declaring their second innings at 270/8 to set an improbable 444-run target for India, Australia bowled out India for 234 to win by 209 runs before lunch on day five to earn their first-ever Wtc title.
“In the first innings as well in the second innings. When Australia scored 469. The kind of batting line-up we often boast of, we should have got much closer to that. We gave Australia a big lead.
- 6/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
London, June 9 (Ians) As he returned to action in the longest form of the game after a gap of more than a year, experienced middle-order batter Ajinkya Rahane achieved a milestone — becoming the 13th Indian batter to score 5000 or more runs in Test cricket.
Rahane, who played his last Test against South Africa at Cape Town in January 2022, struck a half-century to rescue India from a precarious 151/5 at the end of the second day’s play in the World Test Championship Final against Australia at The Oval here.
The 25-year-old from Maharashtra, who was batting on 29 overnight, completed his half-century off 92 deliveries and went on to share a vital partnership of 109 runs for the seventh wicket with all-rounder Shardul Thakur
At the end of the opening session on Day 3, Rahane was batting on 89 off 122 deliveries. Though he got out soon after the resumption of play, without adding any run to his score,...
Rahane, who played his last Test against South Africa at Cape Town in January 2022, struck a half-century to rescue India from a precarious 151/5 at the end of the second day’s play in the World Test Championship Final against Australia at The Oval here.
The 25-year-old from Maharashtra, who was batting on 29 overnight, completed his half-century off 92 deliveries and went on to share a vital partnership of 109 runs for the seventh wicket with all-rounder Shardul Thakur
At the end of the opening session on Day 3, Rahane was batting on 89 off 122 deliveries. Though he got out soon after the resumption of play, without adding any run to his score,...
- 6/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
London, June 8 (Ians) In the run-up to the World Test Championship Final between India and Australia at The Oval, there was a huge debate over whether ace off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin will make it to the playing eleven or not.
With 474 wickets in 92 matches at a strike-rate of 51.8, including 32 five-wicket/innings hauls, keeping Ashwin, the top-ranked Test bowler, out of the marquee clash as India preferred four fast-bowlers has invited criticism from former cricketers of both nations.
The Oval pitch, which looked green, assisted the seamers for the first hour or so under overcast conditions. But as the sun came out and clouds began to move away, it turned good for batting.
Travis Head (146 not out) and Steve Smith (95 not out) feasted on a lacklustre Indian bowling line-up to stitch a mammoth 251-run unbeaten stand for the fourth wicket as Australia reached 327/3 at the stumps on Day 1.
Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar...
With 474 wickets in 92 matches at a strike-rate of 51.8, including 32 five-wicket/innings hauls, keeping Ashwin, the top-ranked Test bowler, out of the marquee clash as India preferred four fast-bowlers has invited criticism from former cricketers of both nations.
The Oval pitch, which looked green, assisted the seamers for the first hour or so under overcast conditions. But as the sun came out and clouds began to move away, it turned good for batting.
Travis Head (146 not out) and Steve Smith (95 not out) feasted on a lacklustre Indian bowling line-up to stitch a mammoth 251-run unbeaten stand for the fourth wicket as Australia reached 327/3 at the stumps on Day 1.
Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar...
- 6/8/2023
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The final between Gujarat Titans (Gt) and Chennai Super Kings (Csk) at the enormous Ahmedabad stadium got delayed by a day due to rain and to have a full house the next day showed the dedicated love of the Ipl followers. The digital world of live streaming of the matches had millions of eyeballs as well. This truly augmented the fact that T20 cricket is here to stay and one that will rule cricket in the future.
The Ipl’23 has brought about a completely different dimension to the game. The Impact Player substitution has made a huge Impact. The possibility of getting an additional bowler or batsman, if needed, was a boon for many a side. It led to a dynamic change in the way the playing eleven of the teams were structured and the Ipl benefitted enormously. Totals that looked out of reach became possible through the inclusion of...
The Ipl’23 has brought about a completely different dimension to the game. The Impact Player substitution has made a huge Impact. The possibility of getting an additional bowler or batsman, if needed, was a boon for many a side. It led to a dynamic change in the way the playing eleven of the teams were structured and the Ipl benefitted enormously. Totals that looked out of reach became possible through the inclusion of...
- 6/2/2023
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Hyderabad, May 31 (Ians) Leading actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar promote brands which also manufacture gutka, a generic name given in India to smokeless tobacco products. Unfortunately, these actors have been promoting this product which causes severe harm to the human body through surrogate means, say doctors on eve of World No-Tobacco Day.
They lament that even famous former cricketers like Sunil Gavaskar, Virender Sehwag, Kapil Dev and Chris Gayle have been roped in to promote these brands.
Every year May 31 is commemorated as World No-Tobacco Day, and there is an urgent need to enhance awareness on the ill-effects of smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, and even consuming alcohol, especially among youngsters and women.
“Movies and cricket are widely followed in the Indian subcontinent. People of all ages are watching Ipl matches, and movies of all languages, thanks to Ott platforms. If any of the movie...
They lament that even famous former cricketers like Sunil Gavaskar, Virender Sehwag, Kapil Dev and Chris Gayle have been roped in to promote these brands.
Every year May 31 is commemorated as World No-Tobacco Day, and there is an urgent need to enhance awareness on the ill-effects of smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, and even consuming alcohol, especially among youngsters and women.
“Movies and cricket are widely followed in the Indian subcontinent. People of all ages are watching Ipl matches, and movies of all languages, thanks to Ott platforms. If any of the movie...
- 5/30/2023
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New Delhi, May 30 (Ians) As they come out of a hectic season in Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2023, members of Team India might find it a big challenge to adapt to the longer format, batting legend Sunil Gavaskar has said.
Former India captain Gavaskar discussed the upcoming challenge for the Indian cricket team in adapting to the longer format of Test cricket for the Icc Wtc Final, in which they will take on World No.1 Australia at The Oval in London from June 7.
In a recent interview with Star Sports’ ‘Follow the Blues’, Gavaskar emphasized that the players’ transition from the T20 format to Test cricket will be the biggest test they will face.
With most players accustomed to the shorter format, Gavaskar noted that only Cheteshwar Pujara, who has been playing in the English County Championship, has experience in the longer format in English conditions.
Gavaskar also spoke about Ajinkya Rahane...
Former India captain Gavaskar discussed the upcoming challenge for the Indian cricket team in adapting to the longer format of Test cricket for the Icc Wtc Final, in which they will take on World No.1 Australia at The Oval in London from June 7.
In a recent interview with Star Sports’ ‘Follow the Blues’, Gavaskar emphasized that the players’ transition from the T20 format to Test cricket will be the biggest test they will face.
With most players accustomed to the shorter format, Gavaskar noted that only Cheteshwar Pujara, who has been playing in the English County Championship, has experience in the longer format in English conditions.
Gavaskar also spoke about Ajinkya Rahane...
- 5/30/2023
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New Delhi, May 29 (Ians) Ahead of the rain-forced rescheduled final of Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2023 in Ahmedabad, former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif has lauded Gujarat Titans opener Shubman Gill for his ability to mould himself according to the situation of the game and feels that this unique quality of the youngster makes him such an exciting batter.
Rain played spoilsport on Sunday as the highly-anticipated Ipl 2023 final was moved to the Reserve Day on Monday. Inclement weather came as a setback to the fans but it hasn’t dampened their morale.
A large number of spectators are expected to grace the Narendra Modi Stadium to watch defending champions Gujarat Titans take on Chennai Super Kings in the grand finale.
The attention will once again be on Gill, who is the Orange Cap holder of the season. The young India batter, who has slammed three centuries in the last four innings,...
Rain played spoilsport on Sunday as the highly-anticipated Ipl 2023 final was moved to the Reserve Day on Monday. Inclement weather came as a setback to the fans but it hasn’t dampened their morale.
A large number of spectators are expected to grace the Narendra Modi Stadium to watch defending champions Gujarat Titans take on Chennai Super Kings in the grand finale.
The attention will once again be on Gill, who is the Orange Cap holder of the season. The young India batter, who has slammed three centuries in the last four innings,...
- 5/29/2023
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The biography is titled "Guts amidst Bloodbath", referring to an occurrence that many cricketers had to face to play the game in the past. "Stand up and be a man" was a comforting retort when one got hit by the hard red cherry, the cricket ball.
India’s first Test captain, C.K.Nayudu, had a few of his teeth broken by a fast delivery while batting in an important match and after gargling, he continued to play his innings. He was an Army man, who believed in never giving in even an inch to his opponents or showing discomfort. This was considered to be the epitome of behaviour that one displayed if one wanted to play the game.
Similarly, Aunshuman Gaekwad, when hit by a short delivery off Michael Holding directly on his ear while batting on 81 runs at Kingston, Jamaica in 1976, was coaxed to retire hurt, even though...
India’s first Test captain, C.K.Nayudu, had a few of his teeth broken by a fast delivery while batting in an important match and after gargling, he continued to play his innings. He was an Army man, who believed in never giving in even an inch to his opponents or showing discomfort. This was considered to be the epitome of behaviour that one displayed if one wanted to play the game.
Similarly, Aunshuman Gaekwad, when hit by a short delivery off Michael Holding directly on his ear while batting on 81 runs at Kingston, Jamaica in 1976, was coaxed to retire hurt, even though...
- 5/26/2023
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New Delhi, May 24 (Ians) The Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2023 gears up for yet another high-voltage encounter as Lucknow Super Giants take on Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator at Ma Chidambaram Stadium.
When the two teams met last time in Ipl 2023, the newcomers, Lucknow, triumphed over five-time champions, Mumbai. Mumbai Indians will be aiming to return the favour this time around and settle the score.
The Chepauk track is traditionally known for aiding spinners, hence the focus in the Eliminator will be on the tweakers of both teams. Lsg and Mi have quality spin bowlers in their ranks and all eyes will be on the veteran Mi spinner Piyush Chawla. Chawla – who was sitting in the Star Sports Studio as an expert – showed his hunger for taking wickets and feasted on opposition batters.
Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh has hailed the 34-year-old leg-spinner who has been nothing short of a revelation...
When the two teams met last time in Ipl 2023, the newcomers, Lucknow, triumphed over five-time champions, Mumbai. Mumbai Indians will be aiming to return the favour this time around and settle the score.
The Chepauk track is traditionally known for aiding spinners, hence the focus in the Eliminator will be on the tweakers of both teams. Lsg and Mi have quality spin bowlers in their ranks and all eyes will be on the veteran Mi spinner Piyush Chawla. Chawla – who was sitting in the Star Sports Studio as an expert – showed his hunger for taking wickets and feasted on opposition batters.
Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh has hailed the 34-year-old leg-spinner who has been nothing short of a revelation...
- 5/24/2023
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With the tournament returning to the traditional home and away format, the fans, at the stadium and watching on television sets and mobile phones, have enjoyed many heart-warming moments and also saw many historic feats.
Whether it was Ms Dhoni’s lap at Chepauk, the legendary Sunil Gavaskar taking the Csk’ captain autograph or Rinku Singh’s historic moment, this year’s Ipl has given fans many moments to cherish.
With the league stage reaching to its end, Ians takes a look at some of the top moments of Ipl 2023, so far.
Dhoni giving autograph to Gavaskar
It was an emotional moment for legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar when he took the autograph from Ms Dhoni on his shirt during Chennai Super Kings’ (Csk) last league match at the Chepauk.
Despite their six-wicket defeat to the Kolkata Knight Riders in their last home game of Ipl 2023, Sunday was a special...
Whether it was Ms Dhoni’s lap at Chepauk, the legendary Sunil Gavaskar taking the Csk’ captain autograph or Rinku Singh’s historic moment, this year’s Ipl has given fans many moments to cherish.
With the league stage reaching to its end, Ians takes a look at some of the top moments of Ipl 2023, so far.
Dhoni giving autograph to Gavaskar
It was an emotional moment for legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar when he took the autograph from Ms Dhoni on his shirt during Chennai Super Kings’ (Csk) last league match at the Chepauk.
Despite their six-wicket defeat to the Kolkata Knight Riders in their last home game of Ipl 2023, Sunday was a special...
- 5/21/2023
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Mumbai, May 19 (Ians) With six former India cricket captains gracing the occasion, ‘Guts Amidst Bloodbath’, a semi-autobiographical book by former Indian Test cricketer, Anshuman Gaekwad was released at the Cricket Club of India (Cci) here on Friday.
India’s pride Sachin Tendulkar, Gundapa Vishwanath, Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Ravi Shastri and Kapil Dev all recalled choicest anecdotes voicing their unstinted praise for Gaekwad.
Bcci President Roger Binny, Yajurvindra Singh, Karsan Ghavri, Zaheer Khan, Abey Kuruvilla, and Nayan Mongia also showed up to mark the occasion. Publisher and Editor Sachin Bajaj, founder of Global Cricket School and Aditya Bhushan who penned the book, also graced the dais.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, batting legend Sunil Gavaskar commended his former opening partner for his bravery and spoke about accompanying him to the hospital after he was hit by a bouncer during the West Indies tour in 1976.
Sachin Tendulkar testified to Anshuman...
India’s pride Sachin Tendulkar, Gundapa Vishwanath, Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar, Ravi Shastri and Kapil Dev all recalled choicest anecdotes voicing their unstinted praise for Gaekwad.
Bcci President Roger Binny, Yajurvindra Singh, Karsan Ghavri, Zaheer Khan, Abey Kuruvilla, and Nayan Mongia also showed up to mark the occasion. Publisher and Editor Sachin Bajaj, founder of Global Cricket School and Aditya Bhushan who penned the book, also graced the dais.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, batting legend Sunil Gavaskar commended his former opening partner for his bravery and spoke about accompanying him to the hospital after he was hit by a bouncer during the West Indies tour in 1976.
Sachin Tendulkar testified to Anshuman...
- 5/19/2023
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Ahmedabad, May 16 (Ians) Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh has lauded the batting style of Gujarat Titans opener Shubman Gill, who hit his maiden Ipl century in the game against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Monday night has been a force to reckon with in the ongoing season.
The 23-year-old Gill sizzled with his maiden Ipl ton (101 off 58), hitting 13 fours and a six and was ably supported by Sai Sudharsan 47(36) to help Gt put on a competitive 188/9 after a lion-hearted Bhuvneshwar had picked up his second Ipl fifer (5/31).
Shami (4/21) then ripped through the Srh top order and Mohit (4/24) scythed through the middle-order as the away team overcame a fighting effort from Heinrich Klaasen (64 off 44) to restrict Srh to 154/9 and become the first team to qualify for the Play-offs.
“The speciality of Shubman Gill is that he has all kinds of shots and he chooses his shots according to the situation. When Shubman is in his rhythm,...
The 23-year-old Gill sizzled with his maiden Ipl ton (101 off 58), hitting 13 fours and a six and was ably supported by Sai Sudharsan 47(36) to help Gt put on a competitive 188/9 after a lion-hearted Bhuvneshwar had picked up his second Ipl fifer (5/31).
Shami (4/21) then ripped through the Srh top order and Mohit (4/24) scythed through the middle-order as the away team overcame a fighting effort from Heinrich Klaasen (64 off 44) to restrict Srh to 154/9 and become the first team to qualify for the Play-offs.
“The speciality of Shubman Gill is that he has all kinds of shots and he chooses his shots according to the situation. When Shubman is in his rhythm,...
- 5/16/2023
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New Delhi, May 16 (Ians) Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has revealed that it was a very emotional moment for him when he took the autograph from skipper Ms Dhoni on his shirt during Chennai Super Kings’ (Csk) last league match at the Chepauk on Sunday.
Despite their six-wicket defeat to the Kolkata Knight Riders in their last home game of Ipl 2023, Sunday was a special occasion for Chennai Super Kings and their fans at the Ma Chidambaram Stadium.
Since it was Csk’s last home of the season, Dhoni decided to do a lap of honor at Chepauk with his teammates. As Csk players walked around their home stadium, Indian cricket legend Gavaskar chased down the pack of players and asked Csk skipper Dhoni for his autograph. The former India captain, in fact, asked Dhoni to autograph his shirt, a touching tribute from one legend of the game to the other.
Despite their six-wicket defeat to the Kolkata Knight Riders in their last home game of Ipl 2023, Sunday was a special occasion for Chennai Super Kings and their fans at the Ma Chidambaram Stadium.
Since it was Csk’s last home of the season, Dhoni decided to do a lap of honor at Chepauk with his teammates. As Csk players walked around their home stadium, Indian cricket legend Gavaskar chased down the pack of players and asked Csk skipper Dhoni for his autograph. The former India captain, in fact, asked Dhoni to autograph his shirt, a touching tribute from one legend of the game to the other.
- 5/16/2023
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New Delhi, May 15 (Ians) Kolkata Knight Riders blanked Chennai Super Kings by 6 wickets and spoiled the Csk fans’ party in the last home game of the Ms Dhoni-led side in the league stages.
The loss also stalled Csk’s playoffs qualification chances as they’ll now have to win their final game against DC to book a berth for the knockout stages.
However, while taking the lap around their Anbuden after their final home game in Ipl 2023, former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar took Dhoni’s autograph on his shirt.
It was a moment to behold for all cricket fans and it even triggered the debate if Msd has hinted about his Ipl future.
Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif believes the four-time Ipl winning captain Dhoni has given enough hints that it will be his last season as a player.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Kaif said, “I think...
The loss also stalled Csk’s playoffs qualification chances as they’ll now have to win their final game against DC to book a berth for the knockout stages.
However, while taking the lap around their Anbuden after their final home game in Ipl 2023, former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar took Dhoni’s autograph on his shirt.
It was a moment to behold for all cricket fans and it even triggered the debate if Msd has hinted about his Ipl future.
Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif believes the four-time Ipl winning captain Dhoni has given enough hints that it will be his last season as a player.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Kaif said, “I think...
- 5/15/2023
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Hyderabad, May 13 (Ians) The Match No.58 of Ipl 2023 between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Supergiants on Saturday had to be stopped for nearly 10 minutes due to the unruly behaviour of the crowd behind the visiting team dugout at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
The stoppage in play during the 19th over of the first innings happened after Hyderabad had been controversially denied a free hit as Lucknow reviewed an on-field call by the square-leg umpire, who deemed the ball from pacer Avesh Khan to batter Abdul Samad was above waist height and called it a no-ball.
After seeing the replays, the third umpire Yeshwant Barde overturned the decision despite the ball appearing to reach the crease above Samad’s waist. The call though was marginal as Samad was slightly crouching at that time, leaving the batter as well as non-striker Heinrich Klaasen unimpressed and the square-leg umpire giving a bemused look.
The stoppage in play during the 19th over of the first innings happened after Hyderabad had been controversially denied a free hit as Lucknow reviewed an on-field call by the square-leg umpire, who deemed the ball from pacer Avesh Khan to batter Abdul Samad was above waist height and called it a no-ball.
After seeing the replays, the third umpire Yeshwant Barde overturned the decision despite the ball appearing to reach the crease above Samad’s waist. The call though was marginal as Samad was slightly crouching at that time, leaving the batter as well as non-striker Heinrich Klaasen unimpressed and the square-leg umpire giving a bemused look.
- 5/13/2023
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New Delhi, May 13 (Ians) Ipl 2023 is now entering a tough week as teams will make the last dash to qualify for the playoffs in their coming games.
On Saturday, Sunrisers Hyderabad host Lucknow Super Giants in the first double-header and in the evening game Delhi Capitals host northern rivals Punjab Kings in their backyard.
With two crucial points on the line, all four teams will look to go all-in, because winners will stay in the playoffs contention in Ipl 2023. With 10 points, both Lsg and Pbks will try to stay afloat in the competition with wins in their upcoming games. But a loss for Srh and DC might all but end their journey in this edition.
Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag reckons Lsg has been one of the most balanced sides in the ongoing competition.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Virender Sehwag said, “Lucknow Super Giants are one of the...
On Saturday, Sunrisers Hyderabad host Lucknow Super Giants in the first double-header and in the evening game Delhi Capitals host northern rivals Punjab Kings in their backyard.
With two crucial points on the line, all four teams will look to go all-in, because winners will stay in the playoffs contention in Ipl 2023. With 10 points, both Lsg and Pbks will try to stay afloat in the competition with wins in their upcoming games. But a loss for Srh and DC might all but end their journey in this edition.
Former India cricketer Virender Sehwag reckons Lsg has been one of the most balanced sides in the ongoing competition.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Virender Sehwag said, “Lucknow Super Giants are one of the...
- 5/13/2023
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New Delhi, May 10 (Ians) On Tuesday night, the second most sought-after contest of the Rivalry Week between Mi and Rcb at Wankhede Stadium entertained the crowd to the fullest as Mi chased down the target of 200 for the third straight time in Ipl 2023.
Sensational Suryakumar Yadav carried his red-hot form with the bat and blasted a quickfire 83 off 35 balls and young Nehal Wadhera also smashed his second fifty of the season. The duo strung a partnership of 140 runs to put Mi in the driver’s seat in the run chase.
Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar claimed that Sky’s form rubbed off on Wadhera but the youngster played his own shots.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Gavaskar said, “When you are batting with Sky your confidence is boosted, but the best thing about Nehal Wadhera’s innings was that he wasn’t looking to play shots like Sky. The...
Sensational Suryakumar Yadav carried his red-hot form with the bat and blasted a quickfire 83 off 35 balls and young Nehal Wadhera also smashed his second fifty of the season. The duo strung a partnership of 140 runs to put Mi in the driver’s seat in the run chase.
Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar claimed that Sky’s form rubbed off on Wadhera but the youngster played his own shots.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Gavaskar said, “When you are batting with Sky your confidence is boosted, but the best thing about Nehal Wadhera’s innings was that he wasn’t looking to play shots like Sky. The...
- 5/10/2023
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Chennai, May 6 (Ians) Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has suggested that Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma should take a break from the Indian Premier League (Ipl) 2023 and focus on preparations for next month’s World Test Championship Final instead.
On Saturday, against Chennai Super Kings at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Sharma, who had scored a three-ball duck in his previous game against Punjab Kings at Mohali, decided to bat at number three, with Australia all-rounder Cameron Green opening the batting with Ishan Kishan.
But the plan backfired spectacularly as Green fell in the second over, while Kishan was dismissed in the third over. Rohit Sharma did not last long at number three, offering a simple catch to Ravindra Jadeja at backward point while trying to play a lap shot against Deepak Chahar.
In 10 matches of Ipl 2023, Sharma has scored just 184 runs at an average of 18.40 and strike-rate of 126.90, with...
On Saturday, against Chennai Super Kings at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Sharma, who had scored a three-ball duck in his previous game against Punjab Kings at Mohali, decided to bat at number three, with Australia all-rounder Cameron Green opening the batting with Ishan Kishan.
But the plan backfired spectacularly as Green fell in the second over, while Kishan was dismissed in the third over. Rohit Sharma did not last long at number three, offering a simple catch to Ravindra Jadeja at backward point while trying to play a lap shot against Deepak Chahar.
In 10 matches of Ipl 2023, Sharma has scored just 184 runs at an average of 18.40 and strike-rate of 126.90, with...
- 5/6/2023
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New Delhi, April 29 (Ians) In the first doubleheader on Super Saturday in Ipl, Kolkata Knight Riders face Gujarat Titans while Delhi Capitals will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the evening encounter.
Rinku Singh’s heist in the final over against Yash Dayal will be on the minds of captain Hardik Pandya as Gt lock horns with Kkr at Eden Gardens in the reverse fixture.
Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar is mighty impressed with the way Hardik has led Gujarat Titans. The India all-rounder has led by example and helped Gt return to the winning track despite the team losing some close encounters, which tend to dent the morale of the teammates.
Praising the Baroda cricketer for his inspiring leadership qualities, Gavaskar said Hardik is going to leave a lasting legacy in Ipl with his captaincy.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Gavaskar said, “Sometimes the captains try to keep their...
Rinku Singh’s heist in the final over against Yash Dayal will be on the minds of captain Hardik Pandya as Gt lock horns with Kkr at Eden Gardens in the reverse fixture.
Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar is mighty impressed with the way Hardik has led Gujarat Titans. The India all-rounder has led by example and helped Gt return to the winning track despite the team losing some close encounters, which tend to dent the morale of the teammates.
Praising the Baroda cricketer for his inspiring leadership qualities, Gavaskar said Hardik is going to leave a lasting legacy in Ipl with his captaincy.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Gavaskar said, “Sometimes the captains try to keep their...
- 4/29/2023
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The only surprise was the inclusion of Ajinkya Rahane, a middle-order batter with plenty of experience. Although a cricketer’s performance in the Indian Premier League (Ipl) is talked about as never one to be considered for an India selection, one can take that comment with a pinch of salt.
The recent parade of newly-crowned Indian players in the last decade has all emerged through their super performance in the Ipl. Ajinkya, a seasoned performer at the highest level of the game, was languishing in the domestic circuit, after having been dropped from the Indian Test side, and this is a good example of his resurgence through the Ipl.
The word "transformation" has taken the corporate world by storm. The famous word indicates that if a company does not transform and adapt to the fast-moving world of today, then its’ future is in jeopardy. Ajinkya, an intelligent and serious-thinking cricketer,...
The recent parade of newly-crowned Indian players in the last decade has all emerged through their super performance in the Ipl. Ajinkya, a seasoned performer at the highest level of the game, was languishing in the domestic circuit, after having been dropped from the Indian Test side, and this is a good example of his resurgence through the Ipl.
The word "transformation" has taken the corporate world by storm. The famous word indicates that if a company does not transform and adapt to the fast-moving world of today, then its’ future is in jeopardy. Ajinkya, an intelligent and serious-thinking cricketer,...
- 4/28/2023
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Mumbai, April 25 (Ians) Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar, former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan and off-spinner Harbhajan Singh welcomed the national selectors’ decision to bring back Ajinkya Rahane for the World Test Championship final in London in June.
The Bcci has announced the Indian squad for the World Test Championship Final scheduled to begin on June 7 at Kennington Oval against Australia.
Senior India batter Rahane made his India comeback on the back of a stellar show in the Ranji Trophy and followed it up with a brilliant run in the Ipl for Chennai Super Kings.
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar hailed the selection of Rahane in the Test side as a replacement for Shreyas Iyer and claimed the Mumbaikar has been rewarded for a good show in the domestic circuit.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Sunil Gavaskar said, “That was the only change needed for the Indian side. They needed a replacement for Shreyas Iyer.
The Bcci has announced the Indian squad for the World Test Championship Final scheduled to begin on June 7 at Kennington Oval against Australia.
Senior India batter Rahane made his India comeback on the back of a stellar show in the Ranji Trophy and followed it up with a brilliant run in the Ipl for Chennai Super Kings.
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar hailed the selection of Rahane in the Test side as a replacement for Shreyas Iyer and claimed the Mumbaikar has been rewarded for a good show in the domestic circuit.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Sunil Gavaskar said, “That was the only change needed for the Indian side. They needed a replacement for Shreyas Iyer.
- 4/25/2023
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New Delhi, April 25 (Ians) Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar believes that star India all-rounder Axar Patel should be appointed captain of Delhi Capitals in Ipl in the long run, saying that it will also benefit the Indian cricket team.
Axar scored 34 and later took 2 wickets for 21 as Delhi Capitals registered their second win of Ipl 2023, beating Sunrisers Hyderabad by seven runs on Monday night.
His all-round efforts earned him the first Player of the Match award of the season and legendary Gavaskar has backed the Gujarat cricketer to lead Delhi Capitals.
“I believe Axar Patel should be appointed the captain of Delhi Capitals. He is an honest player. He’s in a good rhythm. The Indian team can benefit from him being named the captain of the franchise and performing well. All these things should be done in the long run,” Gavaskar said on Star Sports Cricket Live.
During the...
Axar scored 34 and later took 2 wickets for 21 as Delhi Capitals registered their second win of Ipl 2023, beating Sunrisers Hyderabad by seven runs on Monday night.
His all-round efforts earned him the first Player of the Match award of the season and legendary Gavaskar has backed the Gujarat cricketer to lead Delhi Capitals.
“I believe Axar Patel should be appointed the captain of Delhi Capitals. He is an honest player. He’s in a good rhythm. The Indian team can benefit from him being named the captain of the franchise and performing well. All these things should be done in the long run,” Gavaskar said on Star Sports Cricket Live.
During the...
- 4/25/2023
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As left-arm bowling all-rounder Arjun Tendulkar made his Ipl debut for Mumbai, a side of which he has been a member since 2021, he and his father Sachin Tendulkar became the first father-son pair to have played in the competition.
Arjun bowled the first and third over in the match, conceding four and 13 runs to end with figures of 0/17 in two overs, impressing the onlookers with his ability to swing the ball into the right-handed batsmen.
But a more sterner test awaited Arjun when Mumbai faced Sunrisers Hyderabad in an away fixture on Tuesday. Hyderabad were eight wickets down and needed 20 runs in the final over to successfully chase down 193, with the big-hitting Abdul Samad still at the crease.
There was pressure to deliver on Arjun, especially given the huge expectations owing to his illustrous surname.
Arjun stuck to the plan of delivering yorkers and giving little room to the batters to free their arms,...
Arjun bowled the first and third over in the match, conceding four and 13 runs to end with figures of 0/17 in two overs, impressing the onlookers with his ability to swing the ball into the right-handed batsmen.
But a more sterner test awaited Arjun when Mumbai faced Sunrisers Hyderabad in an away fixture on Tuesday. Hyderabad were eight wickets down and needed 20 runs in the final over to successfully chase down 193, with the big-hitting Abdul Samad still at the crease.
There was pressure to deliver on Arjun, especially given the huge expectations owing to his illustrous surname.
Arjun stuck to the plan of delivering yorkers and giving little room to the batters to free their arms,...
- 4/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, April 18 (Ians) Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan said that Devon Conway’s batting style is very similar to that of Michael Hussey after the New Zealand cricketer played a crucial role in Chennai Super Kings’s eight-run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in a high-scoring Ipl 2023 match in Bengaluru.
In the Southern Derby between Rcb and Csk, Conway stole the show with his explosive, yet classical batting at M Chinnaswamy. The left-handed batter from New Zealand played a sublime knock of 83 off 45 balls to help Csk post a mammoth total.
The Csk bowlers then held their nerve and survived Glenn Maxwell (76 off 36) and Faf Du Plessis (62 off 33) blitzes to win the game by 8 runs in yet another thriller on Monday night.
After the game, former India all-rounder Irfan likened Conway to former Australia batter Michael Hussey, who was a vital cog in the Csk setup for many years...
In the Southern Derby between Rcb and Csk, Conway stole the show with his explosive, yet classical batting at M Chinnaswamy. The left-handed batter from New Zealand played a sublime knock of 83 off 45 balls to help Csk post a mammoth total.
The Csk bowlers then held their nerve and survived Glenn Maxwell (76 off 36) and Faf Du Plessis (62 off 33) blitzes to win the game by 8 runs in yet another thriller on Monday night.
After the game, former India all-rounder Irfan likened Conway to former Australia batter Michael Hussey, who was a vital cog in the Csk setup for many years...
- 4/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, April 17 (Ians) Ipl 2023 is set to witness a highly-anticipated Southern Derby as Royal Challengers Bangalore take on old-rivals Chennai Super Kings at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Blockbuster Monday.
Two of Ipl’s biggest names, Virat Kohli and Ms Dhoni, will be up against each other in one of the most sought-after contests of the tournament every season. Apart from the battle of supremacy between the two teams, the batting mainstays of Kohli and Dhoni at this venue add another dimension to this rivalry in Ipl.
Kohli was the player of the match for Rcb in the last Ipl game against Delhi Capitals and the talismanic batter will be raring to put his best foot forward against Csk.
Lauding Kohli for giving electrifying starts in the Ipl 2023, former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar termed it as a good sign for Rcb.
Speaking to Star Sports, Gavaskar said, “Virat Kohli is...
Two of Ipl’s biggest names, Virat Kohli and Ms Dhoni, will be up against each other in one of the most sought-after contests of the tournament every season. Apart from the battle of supremacy between the two teams, the batting mainstays of Kohli and Dhoni at this venue add another dimension to this rivalry in Ipl.
Kohli was the player of the match for Rcb in the last Ipl game against Delhi Capitals and the talismanic batter will be raring to put his best foot forward against Csk.
Lauding Kohli for giving electrifying starts in the Ipl 2023, former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar termed it as a good sign for Rcb.
Speaking to Star Sports, Gavaskar said, “Virat Kohli is...
- 4/17/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, April 11 (Ians) Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar feels that the lack of crucial batting partnerships is hurting five time champions Mumbai Indians, who are yet to open their account in Ipl 2023.
In a battle of lower-placed teams, Delhi Capitals take on Mumbai Indians in their next match of Ipl 2023 at home on Tuesday evening. Both teams are yet to taste a win in the competition and haven’t justified the quality they possess.
“Mi’s biggest problem since last season till date has been the lack of partnerships. Unless you have big partnerships, it is difficult for you to score big. Mi has been seen struggling continuously in this regard. Mi should have built their innings on a short but useful partnership between Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan, but they failed,” Gavaskar told Star Sports, the official TV broadcaster of Ipl.
On the other hand, former Australia cricketer...
In a battle of lower-placed teams, Delhi Capitals take on Mumbai Indians in their next match of Ipl 2023 at home on Tuesday evening. Both teams are yet to taste a win in the competition and haven’t justified the quality they possess.
“Mi’s biggest problem since last season till date has been the lack of partnerships. Unless you have big partnerships, it is difficult for you to score big. Mi has been seen struggling continuously in this regard. Mi should have built their innings on a short but useful partnership between Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan, but they failed,” Gavaskar told Star Sports, the official TV broadcaster of Ipl.
On the other hand, former Australia cricketer...
- 4/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, April 10 (Ians) Royal Challengers Bangalore (Rcb) return home after a forgettable outing against Kolkata Knight Riders in their previous match in Ipl. The Rcb will face Lucknow Super Giants on Monday.
The Faf du Plessis-led side will look to learn from the mistakes and continue their winning momentum in front of a packed M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
For Rcb to get the desired results in Ipl, they need to perform as a unit instead of depending on the individual brilliance of a few. Virat Kohli, the Rcb talisman, and captain Faf du Plessis have been the backbone of their batting unit so far.
According to former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar, Kohli is looking in ominous touch in the T20 format lately but would definitely require the support of other batters in the side in Tata Ipl 2023.
Speaking to Star Sports, Gavaskar said, “This year Rcb are banking on Kohli.
The Faf du Plessis-led side will look to learn from the mistakes and continue their winning momentum in front of a packed M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
For Rcb to get the desired results in Ipl, they need to perform as a unit instead of depending on the individual brilliance of a few. Virat Kohli, the Rcb talisman, and captain Faf du Plessis have been the backbone of their batting unit so far.
According to former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar, Kohli is looking in ominous touch in the T20 format lately but would definitely require the support of other batters in the side in Tata Ipl 2023.
Speaking to Star Sports, Gavaskar said, “This year Rcb are banking on Kohli.
- 4/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, April 6 (Ians) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (Bcci) expresses its profound grief at the sad demise of Sudhir Naik. The former India opener passed away in Mumbai on Wednesday.
Naik, 78, played three Tests and two ODIs for India. It was Naik, who hit the first four for India in ODIs in England in 1974 at Headingley, Leeds.
A Mumbai stalwart who donned different hats and carried out various responsibilities, Naik, famously led a depleted Mumbai to Ranji Trophy triumph in 1971 when the likes of Sunil Gavaskar, Ajit Wadekar, Dilip Sardesai and Ashok Mankad were creating history in the Caribbean. He played 85 first-class games and scored 4376 runs, including a top score of 200 not out.
Post his playing days, Naik played an ever-bigger role in Mumbai. Managing the affairs of the National Cricket Club, he was instrumental in shaping and nurturing the careers of Zaheer Khan, Wasim Jaffer and Nilesh Kulkarni,...
Naik, 78, played three Tests and two ODIs for India. It was Naik, who hit the first four for India in ODIs in England in 1974 at Headingley, Leeds.
A Mumbai stalwart who donned different hats and carried out various responsibilities, Naik, famously led a depleted Mumbai to Ranji Trophy triumph in 1971 when the likes of Sunil Gavaskar, Ajit Wadekar, Dilip Sardesai and Ashok Mankad were creating history in the Caribbean. He played 85 first-class games and scored 4376 runs, including a top score of 200 not out.
Post his playing days, Naik played an ever-bigger role in Mumbai. Managing the affairs of the National Cricket Club, he was instrumental in shaping and nurturing the careers of Zaheer Khan, Wasim Jaffer and Nilesh Kulkarni,...
- 4/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, April 5 (Ians) Former Mumbai great and India cricketer Sudhir Naik passed away at a City hospital here on Wednesday evening due to complications arising from a fall he suffered a few days back at his residence. He was 78.
Naik was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Hinduja Hospital here after suffering a fall at his home on March 24. He has been in the hospital since then.
A courageous right-hand opening batsman, Sudhir Naik played three Tests and two One-Day Internationals for India in 1974. But he served Mumbai cricket for a longer period, leading a depleted side to an unexpected Ranji Trophy title in 1970-71.
After retirement, Naik became quite a successful coach at his own National Cricket Club, shaping the careers of players like Zaheer Khan, Wasim Jaffer, Rajesh Pawar and Paras Mhambrey. For many years, Naik was the chief curator of the Wankhede Stadium and...
Naik was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Hinduja Hospital here after suffering a fall at his home on March 24. He has been in the hospital since then.
A courageous right-hand opening batsman, Sudhir Naik played three Tests and two One-Day Internationals for India in 1974. But he served Mumbai cricket for a longer period, leading a depleted side to an unexpected Ranji Trophy title in 1970-71.
After retirement, Naik became quite a successful coach at his own National Cricket Club, shaping the careers of players like Zaheer Khan, Wasim Jaffer, Rajesh Pawar and Paras Mhambrey. For many years, Naik was the chief curator of the Wankhede Stadium and...
- 4/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Guwahati, April 5 (Ians) Former Australia captain Steve Smith spoke highly of Rajasthan Royals’ captain Sanju Samson, who led his side to the final of the 2022 Indian Premier League (Ipl), and said that the Rr skipper is not the youngster in terms of the experience he has had and will take confidence from his campaign from the last season.
Samson had a brilliant start to this year’s Ipl campaign, leading Rr to a massive 72-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in their opening match.
“Sanju Samson is a young player, but he’s not a youngster in terms of the experience he’s had. He’s leading the side from the front. He led the Royals really well last year and the team made it to the final. He’ll take the confidence from the campaign last season. He’s powerful and takes the game head-on. If he keeps doing that,...
Samson had a brilliant start to this year’s Ipl campaign, leading Rr to a massive 72-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in their opening match.
“Sanju Samson is a young player, but he’s not a youngster in terms of the experience he’s had. He’s leading the side from the front. He led the Royals really well last year and the team made it to the final. He’ll take the confidence from the campaign last season. He’s powerful and takes the game head-on. If he keeps doing that,...
- 4/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, April 2 (Ians) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (Bcci) mourned the demise of former India all-rounder Salim Durani, who passed away on Sunday at his residence in Jamnagar after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was 88.
The all-rounder played 29 Tests for India scoring 1202 runs and took 75 wickets. He played a key role with the ball in the famous 1971 Port of Spain Test, where legendary Sunil Gavaskar made his debut. In a span of few balls in the second innings, Durani dismissed both Clive Lloyd and Gary Sobers, paving the way for India’s first Test victory in the Caribbean. He conceded just 21 runs from the 17 overs that he bowled.
“It is with great sadness and a deep sense of loss that Bcci has learnt of the sad demise of Shri Salim Durani on Sunday, 2nd April 2023. A charismatic all-rounder, Durani played the game for two-and-a-half decades,” the...
The all-rounder played 29 Tests for India scoring 1202 runs and took 75 wickets. He played a key role with the ball in the famous 1971 Port of Spain Test, where legendary Sunil Gavaskar made his debut. In a span of few balls in the second innings, Durani dismissed both Clive Lloyd and Gary Sobers, paving the way for India’s first Test victory in the Caribbean. He conceded just 21 runs from the 17 overs that he bowled.
“It is with great sadness and a deep sense of loss that Bcci has learnt of the sad demise of Shri Salim Durani on Sunday, 2nd April 2023. A charismatic all-rounder, Durani played the game for two-and-a-half decades,” the...
- 4/2/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
New Delhi, April 1 (Ians) The ‘Impact Player’ in the Ipl 2023 has garnered everyone’s attention from the day Bcci announced its introduction in this edition.
In the opening match of Ipl 2023 between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings, one thing that was on everyone’s mind was how the teams are going to use it and who will be the designated ‘impact players’.
While teams in Ipl are taking nascent steps on how to ace it, the experts, meanwhile, have given thumbs up to the ‘Impact Player’.
Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar believes the teams might need some time to ace this new rule.
“You need some time to understand new rules and acclimatise with new playing conditions. The same will be the case with all ten teams in the Tata Ipl 2023. They will need some time to ace it,” Gavaskar told Star Sports.
Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh, meanwhile, lauded...
In the opening match of Ipl 2023 between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings, one thing that was on everyone’s mind was how the teams are going to use it and who will be the designated ‘impact players’.
While teams in Ipl are taking nascent steps on how to ace it, the experts, meanwhile, have given thumbs up to the ‘Impact Player’.
Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar believes the teams might need some time to ace this new rule.
“You need some time to understand new rules and acclimatise with new playing conditions. The same will be the case with all ten teams in the Tata Ipl 2023. They will need some time to ace it,” Gavaskar told Star Sports.
Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh, meanwhile, lauded...
- 4/1/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
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