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AHMEDABAD: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi cheers India in the blockbuster climax of the Cricket World Cup on Sunday (Nov 19), commentators say he is also seeking to capitalise on the wildly popular sport to burnish his appeal ahead of elections next year.
Legendary footballer David Beckham was in attendance as India face New Zealand in the Cricket World Cup 2023 semifinals at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday. The former England international, who played for big clubs like Manchester United and Real Madrid, was in the country as UNICEF's goodwill ambassador — a role which he took up in the year 2005. Beckham was seen walking with legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar as he took in the atmosphere at the stadium and he even had a small chat with Virat Kohli before meeting the other members of the Indian cricket team.
India eye their seventh consecutive victory when they take on Sri Lanka in their next ODI World Cup 2023 match on Thursday in Mumbai. The match will be played at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, which is also the home ground of India skipper Rohit Sharma. Interestingly, on the eve of the match, a statue of India's cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar was unveiled at the Wankhede. The batting great's statue was unveiled at his home ground by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde at a grand ceremony.
Sachin Tendulkar, one name that needs no introduction for Indian sports lovers. The cricket maestro, for decades, carried the hopes of billions on the cricket field. The numerous world records, including most international runs and centuries, is only one part of the Sachin Tendulkar's greatness. The respect that he commanded from his fellow teammates and rivals is a testament to his impact. Sachin Tendulkar got a fitting reward for his persistence when the Indian cricket team won 2011 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium, with the superstar being part of the team.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided against the display of fireworks during the ongoing Cricket World Cup 2023 campaign in Delhi and Mumbai. The decision was announced by the BCCI secretary Jay Shah in the wake of the worsening air pollution in the two cities. With both the cities already battling alarming levels of air pollution, the Indian board decided to ban the display of fireworks for the remainder of the campaign.
The Indian women's cricket team will host England and Australia in an action-packed home season starting in December, the BCCI said on Friday. The multi-format series will include two Tests in December, along with six T20Is and three ODIs. "The season kicks off with the resumption of A tours, as India A host England A team for three T20s at the Wankhede Stadium," BCCI secretary Jay Shah said in a release. "The international home season will begin with India hosting England for three T20Is, which will be played under lights at the Wankhede Stadium. England's Tour of India will culminate with a four-day Test scheduled from December 14th to 17th at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai." The three T20Is against England will be held on December 6, 9 and 10.
Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah have condoled the demise of legendary India spinner Bishan Singh Bedi and said he defined an era of cricket and his artistry on the field will always be remembered. Regarded as one of the greatest left-arm spinners in world cricket, Bedi passed away on Monday at the age of 77 years old, leaving a great legacy behind. The Amritsar-born spinner, who played domestically for Delhi, finished his career with 1,560 wickets in first-class cricket --more than any other Indian.
India's vice-captain Hardik Pandya will miss Sunday's World Cup match against New Zealand because of an injury, the Indian cricket board said on Friday.