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
Former cricketer and East Delhi BJP MP Gautam Gambhir has shared a shocker on the microbloggig website X that says he wants to be off "political duties" in order to focus on his role as the KKR mentor for this year's IPL edition which starts on 22nd of March. His tweet said, "I have requested Hon’ble Party President @JPNadda ji to relieve me of my political duties so that I can focus on my upcoming cricket commitments. I sincerely thank Hon’ble PM @narendramodi ji and Hon’ble HM @AmitShah ji for giving me the opportunity to serve the people. Jai Hind,". Watch video to know more.
02 March,2024 02:51 PM IST
At the press conference of Celebrity Cricket League, Bobby Deol revealed how he got his part for his blockbuster hit movie, 'Animal'. Bobby Deol revealed that he got lucky to be able to play a part in a movie like 'Animal' directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. Watch the full video for more!
20 February,2024 04:56 PM IST
World Cup 2023: Mohammed Shami, the ace Indian pacer on November 23 recalled the moment when Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled Team India and himself. The Highest wicketkeeper of the ICC World Cup 2023 Shami, said that it means a lot when Prime Minister praises himself. Shami also mentioned that it was important
24 November,2023 11:35 AM IST | Mumbai
Indian legendary cricketer Kapil Dev had previously revealed that he was not invited to the ICC World Cup 2023 final between India vs Australia. The cricketer had mentioned “I wasn’t invited there. They didn’t call me, so I did not go. As simple as that. I wanted the whole ’83 team to be there with me, but I guess due to the fact that it’s such a big event and people are so busy handling responsibilities, sometimes they forget,” Kapil told the media. In a recent interview, when asked about the ongoing Kapil Dev controversy on not being invited to the world cup 2023 final match, the former cricketer dismissed the issue without talking about it further. On being asked about India’s loss in the world cup finals 2023, the cricketer said that it is time to move on from the setback and lauded the Indian cricket team for ‘good cricket’.
21 November,2023 03:54 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
On 19th November, Australia defeated India by 6 wickets to win the World Cup 2023 Final. From Pat Cummins' captaincy to Travis Head’s century, former cricketer Jatin Paranjape analyses the World Cup 2023 Final between India and Australia and highlights what made Australia take over the Indian defending team in the ICC World Cup 2023. Watch the video to know more.
20 November,2023 05:03 PM IST
The Indian Cricket Team was seen leaving for the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final match against Australia. The World Cup 2023 final between India and Australia is set to take place in Ahmedabad today and the world cup fever has gripped India like never before. Excited spectators have thronged at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad where the match is set to take place. Special prayers were offered across India for India's victory in the ICC World Cup final match against Australia. Actors Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone have also arrived at Ahmedabad to watch the ICC World Cup final match between India and Australia.
19 November,2023 12:49 PM IST
The World Cup 2023 final between India and Australia is set to take place in Ahmedabad today and the INDvsAus world cup fever has gripped India like never before. Cricket Legend Sachin Tendulkar was seen arriving at the Ahmedabad airport for the World Cup final between India and Australia. Ahead of the ICC World Cup final between India and Australia, actress Urvashi Rautela said, "I am very excited. I am sure India will win the trophy...". Spectators have started pouring outside the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad where the match is set to take place. Special prayers were offered across India for India's victory in the ICC World Cup final match against Australia.
19 November,2023 11:39 AM IST
India on Nov 13 thrashed NZ in the ICC World Cup 2023 Semifinal. Putting up a massive target of 398, India shattered NZ’s early wicket on 30. With a steady partnership of 181 runs between Kane Williamson-Daryl Mitchell brought NZ back into the thrilling INDvsNZ match. However, Mohammad Shami and Kuldeep Yadav did the work for India eliminating the Kiwis out of the final race. Cricket fans celebrated team India’s victory in the semi-finals under the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. They celebrated by burning crackers, raising the Indian national flag, and chanting India’s name. New Zealand was a tough competition against India in this match, however, India proved to have the upper hand in the end. Australia will take on South Africa in the second semi-final at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens on November 16.
16 November,2023 10:51 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
