VIRAT KOHLI AS BLUE STAR
'Jab Apko Lagta Hai ki Main Kar Dunga…': Virat Kohli’s honest confession during interaction with PM Modi
T20 World Cup champion and star batter Virat Kohli’s honest confession during his interaction with PM Modi on July 04 made headlines. He disclosed that he wasn’t confident about delivering a performance in the T20 World Cup final in Barbados. 'Ja...
Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja thank Mumbai Police for 'phenomenal job' managing victory parade
Virat Kohli expressed gratitude to Mumbai Police for their exceptional management of the T20 World Cup victory parade, which drew a massive crowd. The Indian cricket team, returning from Barbados after their win, was feted with enthusiasm. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted them in Delhi before their Mumbai parade, attended by thousands. The festivities culminated at Wankhede Stadium, where players celebrated the 11-year trophy drought end.
Rohit Sharma's Bhangra moves to Virat Kohli's epic reaction: India's post-World Cup euphoria is next level
India clinched victory in the final against South Africa, ending a 13-year drought for ICC trophies. Virat Kohli's 76 runs led India to 176/7, supported by crucial performances from Hardik Pandya (3/20) and Jasprit Bumrah (2/18). Despite Heinrich Klaasen's brisk 52, South Africa managed 169/8. Bumrah, with 15 wickets at an impressive economy rate of 4.17, was named 'Player of the Tournament.'
In Pictures: Virat Kohli celebrates T20 World Cup victory with family in Delhi
After managing just 75 runs in the first seven innings of the competition, Kohli stepped up when it mattered the most, scoring 76 in 59 balls, with six fours and two sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 128.81. Kohli ended the edition with 151 runs in eight innings at an average of 18.87 and a strike rate of 112.68, with one fifty.
T20 WC celebrations: Special jersey to honour Team India unveiled. Check first look here
On Thursday, Sanju Samson unveiled the inaugural glimpse of a distinctive jersey designed to commemorate Team India's Men's T20 World Cup victory. Led by Rohit Sharma, the Indian cricket team received a triumphant reception upon their return home, flying in via a dedicated charter flight.
Watch Video: Team India's joyous flight home after T20 World Cup victory
The ICC T20 World Cup-winning Indian team touched down in Delhi on Thursday to a warm welcome from the fans awaiting the sight of their favourite heroes and sight of the silverware.
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Virat Kohli's 'Jai Hind' Instagram post sets new record
Virat Kohli's retirement from T20 International cricket post India's 2024 T20 World Cup win marks a pivotal moment as he passes the baton to the next generation. Kohli's legacy extends beyond the cricket field, setting the stage for new talent to carry forward the T20 game and continue India's success in future tournaments.
'Thank you so much for your very kind words': Virat Kohli expresses his gratitude to PM Modi
Virat Kohli expresses gratitude to PM Modi for the T20 World Cup win, highlighting the joy brought to the nation and his farewell to the T20 format after fulfilling the dream of winning the Cup.
Lok Sabha congratulates Indian cricket team on T20 World Cup win
India's cricket team celebrated a historic win at the T20 World Cup 2024, defeating South Africa by seven runs. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Speaker Om Birla congratulated the team, highlighting the inspiration they provide to the nation's youth. Modi praised key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who announced their retirement from T20 internationals. Nationalist Congress Party Chief Sharad Pawar also commended the team's dedication. This victory marks India's first ICC title since the Champions Trophy in 2013.
'Couldn’t have dreamt of a better day': Virat Kohli on retirement
India's star batsman Virat Kohli retired from T20 International cricket after helping his team win the World Cup final against South Africa. Expressing gratitude on Instagram, Kohli said he couldn't have dreamed of a better day to retire and praised the next generation of players.
BCCI awards Rs 125 crore to Team India: Here's how much each player will get
T20 World Cup Final: The Indian cricket team secured their second T20 World Cup title with a thrilling win over South Africa. The BCCI announced a cash prize of INR 125 crores for the team, in addition to the INR 20.41 crores prize money. Key contributions from Virat Kohli, Arshdeep Singh, and Jasprit Bumrah were instrumental in the victory. Fans eagerly await details of the team's return and celebrations. This victory ends India's 11-year ICC trophy drought.
'So happy for men in blue': Japanese envoy congratulates Team India on winning ICC T20 World Cup
Hiroshi Suzuki congratulated Team India for winning the T20 World Cup title after defeating South Africa in the final on Saturday. He expressed happiness for the men in blue.
Pandya feels India's T20 WC win is 'best farewell' team can give to Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli
India's T20 World Cup 2024 victory marked a poignant farewell for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, as both legends announced their retirement from T20Is. Rohit, the highest run-scorer in the format with 4231 runs, celebrated his second T20 World Cup win. Kohli, with 4188 T20I runs and a record 1292 in T20 World Cups, also bid adieu. Hardik Pandya called it the best farewell, praising their impact on Indian cricket. India's win ended an ICC trophy drought since 2013, securing victory over South Africa in a thrilling finale.
Rohit Sharma announces retirement from T20 cricket after Virat Kohli
Rohit Sharma followed Virat Kohli in announcing retirement from T20 cricket after leading India to victory in the T20 World Cup final. Sharma, joining Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni, became India's third captain to achieve this feat in under a year, following losses in the World Test Championship and ODI World Cup to Australia last year.
Ind vs SA T20 Final: "My only belief was on Jassy bhai": Emotional Siraj commends Bumrah for his game-changing spell in T20 WC final
T20 World Cup Ind vs SA Final: After India's historic T20 World Cup win, Mohammed Siraj praised Jasprit Bumrah for his game-changing performance, securing India's first ICC T20 title in 13 years. With just 26 runs to defend in the final overs, Bumrah and Hardik Pandya turned the match around, with Bumrah achieving impressive figures of 2/18. Siraj expressed gratitude for being part of the victory after past disappointments. Axar Patel, crucial with both bat and ball, shared his pride and credited coach Rahul Dravid for fostering a pressure-free environment, helping him excel throughout the tournament.
Virat Kohli equals Babar Azam's record for most fifties in T20 Internationals
In the final at Kensington Oval, my partnership with Rohit Sharma and resilient performance against South Africa's bowling attack were pivotal in India's competitive total. Despite early setbacks, our strategic approach and key partnerships ensured a solid foundation for the team's success.
T20 WC final: Not really concerned about Virat Kohli's form because team's form far more important, says Sanjay Manjrekar
Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar prioritizes team momentum over Virat Kohli's form ahead of the T20 World Cup final against South Africa. Despite Kohli's recent struggles, Manjrekar believes India's collective performance is crucial. Kohli, who excelled in the IPL, has faltered in the World Cup with only 75 runs in seven matches. However, Manjrekar praises India's new T20 approach under Rohit Sharma's leadership and sees potential for them to win the World Cup.
Cannot write off a player like Virat Kohli: Chris Gayle backs India star ahead of T20 WC final
Since touching down in the USA and the West Indies for the marquee event, Kohli has been searching for runs from his bat throughout the ongoing edition of the marquee event.
T20 World Cup: Rohit Sharma breaks silence on Virat Kohli's form
Virat Kohli's struggles in the T20 World Cup continued with another single-digit score, dismissed for 9 against England in the semifinal in Guyana. Post-match, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma supported Kohli, emphasizing his quality and importance in big games. Despite his poor form, Sharma remains confident in Kohli for the final, highlighting his 15 years of experience.
Shubman Gill to lead India in Zimbabwe tour; IPL stars Riyan Parag, Nitish Reddy get maiden BCCI call
The BCCI has announced a 15-member squad for the Zimbabwe tour, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli dropping. Shubman Gill will lead the Men in Blue against Zimbabwe, with Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and others also included.
Virat Kohli is most valued celebrity with brand value of $227.9 million
The overall brand value of the top 25 Indian celebrities included in the latest study is estimated at $1.9 billion in 2023, an 18% jump from the previous year.
Nothing can beat experience, says Rohit Sharma as he banks on Kohli ahead of marquee clash against Pakistan
India have had a fair share of experience playing at Nassau County. The Rohit-led side pulled off a dominant win against Bangladesh in the warm-up game. The Men in Blue went on to put a clinical performance in their campaign opener against Ireland. Stalwart batter Kohli missed the warm-up game and scored just a run in five deliveries while opening alongside Rohit. Rohit feels Kohli has enough training to perform and possesses experience which can't be beaten by anything.
Pakistani fan sells tractor for India-Pak T20 match ticket, left tractor-less and heartbroken
Following the match, the scenes outside the Nassau County Stadium were worth witnessing and marvelling over as there was a 'sea of Blue' performing energetic dance steps on dhols and chanting "India India'. Among these was a heartbroken Pakistan fan who had sold his tractor to get a ticket worth 3,000 USD but could not get to witness his team winning the game.
India vs Pakistan: Mauka-Mauka once again? Five key battles to watchout for in the marquee clash
India faces Pakistan in their first World Cup match, following a disappointing defeat against the USA. Shaheen Afridi leads the pace attack, while Rohit Sharma signals a spin-heavy attack. The last encounter between the archrivals was a delight for Indian fans with the Hitman's masterclass knock of 83 runs and Bumrah's brilliance, when he dismissed Muhammed Rizwan and Shadab Khan.
Virat Kohli receives ICC ODI Player of the Year 2023 award
The official handle of ICC took to Instagram on Saturday morning to post a video of Virat being given his trophy and cap, in acknowledgement of an incredible 2023 he had with the bat.
RCB's Virat Kohli wins Orange Cap in IPL 2024, becomes first Indian to secure honour twice
Virat Kohli clinches the Orange Cap in IPL 2024, becoming the only Indian to achieve this feat twice with 741 runs in 15 matches at an average of 61.75, including a century and five fifties.
IPL 2024: Sunil Gavaskar terms RCB's performance 'absolutely phenomenal'
Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar praised Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for their exceptional performance in the second half of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Initially struggling, RCB staged a remarkable turnaround by winning their last six matches, securing a spot in the playoffs. Yash Dayal's outstanding performance, including the crucial dismissal of MS Dhoni, contributed to RCB's victory over Chennai Super Kings. Gavaskar highlighted the leadership of Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli in motivating the team. RCB's strong form raises doubts about Rajasthan Royals' ability to compete in the Eliminator match, as expressed by Kevin Pietersen.
Virat Kohli's unconventional match prep: What the former RCB skipper skips to stay on top
Virat Kohli has inspired RCB to make a stunning comeback in IPL 2024, leading them to the playoffs after a poor start. Kohli, who tops the league in runs with 708 at a strike rate of 155.60, has silenced critics of his T20 strike rate. His contributions have been key to RCB's six-match winning streak following their early losses. Ahead of their knockout match against Rajasthan Royals, Kohli emphasized his reliance on instinct and adaptability over stats and analysis. If RCB wins, they will face Sunrisers Hyderabad for a spot in the final against Kolkata Knight Riders.
Virat Kohli reveals career-changing match in 2008, two heartbreaks of his cricketing journey
Speaking on one of his career's biggest heartbreaks, he revealed that not being able to win the 2016 ICC T20 World Cup and the IPL for his side was "heartbreaking" and the loss in the T20 WC drained him so much that he could not get out of his room.
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