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I first met Gavaskar during the All England Championships in the early eighties, when he had come to watch his close friend Prakash Padukone in action and also cover the event for a magazine.

Sunil Gavaskar, the cricketing icon, shares insights on his 75th birthday. Reflecting on his illustrious career, he discusses his fitness challenges, fearless batting style, and advocacy for better pay for players. Explore his foundation work and memorable Test innings that defined his legacy. Post retirement, he transitioned into a TV commentator, who called a spade a spade.

Sunil Gavaskar, a legendary cricketer, is celebrating his 75th birthday. He is renowned for his exceptional technique and ability to handle fast and spin bowlers. His 1971 debut against the West Indies, where he scored 774 runs, is considered one of cricket's greatest achievements. Former India batter Chandu Borde recalls the anticipation surrounding his debut.

I remember it from 25 years ago when his birthday fell on the day after my (elder) son's (Omar Iqbal) wedding. A secret birthday bash was being planned for his 50th, because of which he could not attend the wedding.

Nargis, an iconic figure in Indian cinema, is celebrated for her exceptional talent and beauty. Despite her flourishing career, her personal life was marked by turbulence, particularly due to her complex relationship with Raj Kapoor. Her true love story began when Sunil Dutt heroically saved her from a fire on the set of 'Mother India,' igniting a romance that would become legendary.

Sunil Gavaskar, India's cricket legend, revolutionized the sport with 10,000 Test runs, unmatched resilience, and iconic moments on and off the field.

Sunil Gavaskar, now 75, received tributes from Pakistani legends for his influence on Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and role in the 1977 series. Called the 'original batting don,' he significantly contributed to cricket in Sharjah and remains a notable commentator, admired alongside contemporaries like Bishen Singh Bedi. In addition to being a superb batsman, Miandad claimed that Gavaskar was also a good man. The two had played many matches against each other on the field.

Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar, known as 'Sunny' and 'Little Master', celebrates his 75th birthday. His extraordinary career from 1971 to 1987 is characterized by numerous batting records and heroic innings, often against West Indies' fast bowling attack. Gavaskar's iconic image remains etched in cricket fans' memories.

Transition is in the air for both Kolkata Knight Riders and Team India as Gautam Gambhir steps away from the franchise in pursuit of national objectives.

Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri might have bid adieu to his international career but he remains deeply attached to the fortunes of the team and says he will do everything in his power to take the country to the "promised land".

On Sunil Gavaskar's 75th birthday, Sachin Tendulkar shared a heartfelt tribute, praising Gavaskar as one of his special batting heroes. Tendulkar highlighted Gavaskar's foundational role as an opener, which inspired generations of cricketers. He reminisced about Gavaskar's youthful energy and enduring love for cricket. Gavaskar's cricketing achievements, including his debut series against the West Indies in 1971 and his ODI century against New Zealand in 1987, were celebrated as some of the greatest accomplishments in cricket history.

Seattle Orcas secured a commanding nine-wicket victory over Los Angeles Knight Riders in 2024 Major League Cricket, thanks to a unbeaten 152-run partnership between Ryan Rickelton and Quinton de Kock. Rickelton scored an unbeaten 103 off 66 balls, while de Kock contributed a steady 51 not out off 46 balls. The Orcas secured the win with one ball to spare.

Chief Minister Eknath Shinde assures that Maharashtra's progressive tradition will be preserved. An all-party meeting discussed reservation issues to ensure harmony between Maratha and OBC communities. The government is focused on maintaining law and order and promoting communal harmony.

Sunil Gavaskar has called for Hardik Pandya to return to the Test team, citing his crucial role in India's recent T20 World Cup victory. Pandya, who has only played 11 Tests due to persistent injuries, has been a key player in India's recent success, and Gavaskar believes his inclusion could be pivotal for their WTC title ambitions.

San Francisco Unicorns triumphed over LA Knight Riders at Grand Prairie Stadium in MLC 2024. Finn Allen and Matthew Short's half-centuries led the chase. Harris Rauf and others restricted the Knight Riders, despite efforts by Andre Russell, David Miller, Shakib Al Hassan, Sunil Narine, Jason Roy, and Unmukt Chand. Contributions from Josh Inglis also aided.

Sunil Gavaskar praised Rohit Sharma, comparing him to Dhoni and Kapil Dev. Rohit led India to an unbeaten T20 World Cup win at Kensington Oval. Scoring 257 runs, including fifties against Australia and England, his tactical moves and disregard for personal milestones were admired. Retirement was announced post-victory.

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has advocated for Rahul Dravid to receive the prestigious Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honor. Dravid's successful tenure as the Indian cricket team's head coach concluded following the team's triumph in the 2024 T20 World Cup, which took place in the West Indies. Under Dravid's guidance, the Indian team accomplished notable feats, securing the second position in the 2023 Men's ODI World Cup and the 2023 World Test Championship final. Moreover, they showcased their prowess by clinching the Asia Cup title in the same year.

Sunil Chhetri bids farewell after India's goalless draw with Kuwait in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, ending his 19-year career in the Blue Tigers jersey.

The world on Thursday united to bid adieu to Sunil Chhetri with the global governing body FIFA and the Croatian great Luca Modric joining legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar in making the Indian football icon's farewell truly international.

Suryakumar Yadav's spectacular catch in the last over of the T20 World Cup final will be etched in the memories of Indian cricket fans forever. His remarkable feat will be remembered as a pivotal moment that contributed significantly to the team's victorious campaign.

MLC 2024, held July 6-29 at Grand Prairie Stadium and Church Street Park, includes players like Sunil Narine, Kieron Pollard, Corey Anderson, Texas Super Kings' Faf du Plessis, Washington Freedom's Steve Smith, Seattle Orcas’ Heinrich Klaasen, MI New York’s Nicholas Pooran, and Jason Roy.

India greats IM Vijayan and Climax Lawrence are troubled by the absence of an immediate replacement for just-retired Sunil Chhetri. Both believe finding a coach can be done swiftly, but discovering a striker of Chhetri's caliber overnight is nearly impossible.

As India's victory parade moved through the Marine Drive before reaching the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, the humongous crowd that gathered on the streets matched the Arabian sea just across the road.

In Bhubaneswar, a law professor named Anirudha Choudhury, 38, was arrested for allegedly stabbing his father, Sunil Choudhury, 68, to death in their flat. The incident occurred following a dispute over financial matters, where Anirudha sought financial assistance from his father to repay a bank loan. The father's reluctance to provide the money led to a heated argument the night before the tragic event. Anirudha, who was facing financial difficulties and had recently resigned from his job, reportedly committed the crime in the early hours of Wednesday. The police have taken the accused into custody as investigations continue into this unfortunate family tragedy.