With straight three defeats in three games, new Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya hasn't hoped for this poor start in the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Hardik has been subjected to not only plenty of online trolling and abuse but also faced booing at stadiums during matches. Meanwhile, Former India skipper and Delhi Capitals' Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly on April 06 came out in support of Hardik Pandya. He said that the fans behavior has not been pleasing and urged them not to boo the new MI skipper. Ganguly pointed out that it is not Hardik's fault if he has replaced the much-loved Rohit Sharma. Hardik returned to Mumbai Indians (MI) as a captain from Gujarat Titans (GT), replacing the five-time IPL winner Rohit Sharma. Since the start of the 17th edition of the IPL Mumbai Indians is at the bottom place, having lost all their matches. Earlier, Pandya also offered prayers at Somnath temple on April 05 after MI lost their last match against Rajasthan Royals by 6 wickets.
07 April,2024 11:04 AM 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
As the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 fever has gripped the whole world, disappointed by his own team Pakistani Cricket Fan Bashir Chacha rooted for Team India led by skipper Rohit Sharma ahead of a clash with New Zealand. “I support India; my wife is from Hyderabad. India will reach the final and lift the trophy...All the players in Team India are good. Right down to number 7, they are top players...I wanted an India vs Pakistan match (in the semi-final) but they (Pakistan) did not play well...India should take batting first, play well, score 350-400 runs and then there are top Indian bowlers (to defend it). I love Rohit Sharma," said the Pakistani fan. With a streak of nine wins and zero losses, ‘Men in Blue’ will lock horns with the last World Cup runner-ups New Zealand in a high-intensity match on November 14 at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium.
15 November,2023 11:13 AM IST | Mumbai
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma’s childhood coach Dinesh Lad on November 13 said that there are chances that ICC WC 2023 could be the last World Cup for Rohit Sharma as Indian cricketers do not usually play till 40. "There are chances that this can be the last World Cup for Rohit Sharma. He is 36 years old and in the next 4 years, he will be 40. Usually, Indian cricketers don't play at that age. He wants to win the World Cup for the country...The way Virat Kohli is playing, there are chances that he can hit his 50th ODI century,” he said
14 November,2023 11:44 AM IST | Mumbai
In a repeat of the Asia Cup final, Mohammed Siraj's sensational spell was shadowed by Mohammed Shami who took the onus to send India to the semi-finals of the World Cup after a thumping 302-run victory at the Wankhede Stadium on November 02. Following the remarkable victory Indian Cricket Fans were on cloud nine. India won the match against Sri Lanks on November 2. Watch their epic reactions
03 November,2023 10:29 AM IST | Mumbai
ICC World Cup 2023 will today see unbeaten host India locking horns with defending champions Sri Lanka. Ahead of the game, cricket fans expressed their excitement over the upcoming match. Fans gathered at the Marine Drive Promenade and were seen cheering outside the Wankhede stadium before the India vs Sri Lanka match. Fans of Indian Cricket team clapped and welcomed the players as their bus arrived at the stadium before the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 match between India and Sri Lanka at the Wankhede Stadium, Churchgate. Currently, India is topping the points table with an exceptional display in all aspects of the game.
02 November,2023 02:45 PM IST
India maintained an unbeaten streak as it defeated England by 100 runs on Sunday. From Rohit Sharma’s smart thinking to Mohammed Shami’s fantastic bowling, former cricketer Jatin Paranjape analyses the ODI between India and England and highlights what made India take over the defending team in the ICC World Cup 2023. Watch the video to know more.
30 October,2023 04:20 PM IST
Ahead of the clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in the ICC World Cup on October 14 fans were seen supporting and cheering for Team India at the Narendra Modi Stadium on October 12. The fans spoke about their excitement for the game while speaking to ANI. Both India and Pakistan are coming off victories in their last outings. With two wins out of two matches, both teams will look forward to registering a hat-trick of wins. “I’ve come from Nashik to enjoy the Match. India is going to win and register a hat trick of wins” said a fan. “This is the biggest match of the World Cup. The excitement is at its peak. We consider ourselves lucky to get the tickets,” said Karan, another fan.
13 October,2023 07:24 PM IST
In a promising start to their ICC World Cup 2023, India defeated Australia by six wickets on Sunday. In the beginning, the home team had a rocky start and lost three wickets with just two runs on the board. Kohli and Rahul's impressive 165-run partnership for the fourth wicket proved to be the turning point, leading India to victory in 41.2 overs. Former cricketer Jatin Paranjpe analyses the ODI between India and Australia and highlights what made India take over the Australian team. Watch the video to know more
09 October,2023 06:01 PM IST
Indian table tennis veteran Sharath Kamal, boxing world champion Nikhat Zareen, badminton ace Lakshya Sen, along with 38 other sportspersons, coaches and institutions, were presented with the National Sports Awards 2022 on Wednesday. Droupadi Murmu, the President of India, conferred all the awardees at an official ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi. Sharath Kamal has been conferred with India’s highest sporting honour, the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award.
01 December,2022 05:13 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
