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"He Was Alone And...": Ex-India Star Recalls Saddest Phase Of Virat Kohli's Career

Star India batter Virat Kohli was only 18 when he lost his father. He was playing a Ranji Trophy match for his home side Delhi against Karnataka when he got the news of his father's death. His father, Prem, died at the age of 54 in the early hours on December 19, 2006. India pacer Ishant Sharma shares a close bond with Kohli, having played with him since their U-17 days. Ishant recalled the day after Kohli's father had died, labelling it as the saddest day of the batting maestro's career.

Indian Cricket Fraternity Celebrates 40th Anniversary Of 1983 World Cup Triumph

As India celebrates the 40th anniversary of its World Cup victory, legendary cricketers like Virender Sehwag and VVS Laxman took to their social media accounts to thank the 1983 World Cup legends for inspiring many to represent the country someday. Today, India is celebrating the completion 40 years of its maiden World Cup victory under the leadership of legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev. Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag in a tweet said, "The catch that changed Indian Cricket forever. Kapil Paaji with that catch of Viv Richards and with his team of great contributors and a passionate dream led India to World Cup glory. What a day!"

Watch: Air Hostess Offers MS Dhoni Chocolates During Flight In Viral Video, Internet Reacts

MS Dhoni is undoubtedly one of the greatest captains cricket ever witnessed. Be it the 2007 T20 World Cup, the 2011 ODI World Cup or the 2013 Champions Trophy, Dhoni, the leader, has played a crucial role in the side's road to the glory. As a result not only he is a favourite player for many around the world, but also receives a lot of respect. Despite calling time on his international cricket career in 2020, Dhoni continues to rule the hearts of his fans.

"Realised Why 'Kattappa' Killed Baahubali": Virender Sehwag's Fun Take On Prabhas' Adipurush

Om Raut's directorial film Adipurush has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons, ever-since it's teaser was launched. The film which stars Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, and Saif Ali Khan in the lead roles, is a dramatic retelling of the Ramayana. The movie has been widely criticised by many religious groups, viewers and movie critics for it's VFX, depiction of the characters as well as dialogues. Amid all the backlash, film Adipurush has got another critic in the form of former India batter Virender Sehwag, who also expressed his disappointment.

"Lower Lele Bhai Apne Size Ka": India Star On His First Interaction With Virat Kohli

India cricketers Virat Kohli and Ishant Sharma have been close friends since their early days in cricket. Both have been playing together since the U-17 days, and have also represented Delhi and India. Over the years, Ishant has witnessed the highs and lows of Kohli's career. In a recent interaction, Ishant spilled beans on his first chat with Kohli. The pacer, who has currently fallen out of favour in the Indian side, revealed that he first me Kohli during the Delhi U-17 camp.

"Virat Kohli Has Same Average...": Ex-India Star Questions Cheteshwar Pujara's Exclusion

After Cheteshwar Pujara was dropped from India's Test squad for the side's upcoming two-match Test series in West Indies, former India cricketer Akash Chopra pointed out that his average has been same as that of Virat Kohli in the past three years in the longest format. The announced team for the Tests and three-match ODI series against West Indies has put the selectors once again under the radar of critics. The snub of Pujara from India's Test squad has not been taken well by many former cricketers and Chopra is also among them.

"Changing Venues... Advantage For Pakistan In World Cup": R Ashwin's Blunt Take

India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has shared his views after reports emerged that the Pakistan cricket team is not "comfortable" playing some of the participating teams at specific venues during the 2023 ODI World Cup in India, including Afghanistan in Chennai and Australia in Bengaluru. The deadlock over the Asia Cup staging has ended and now Pakistan are expected to travel to India for the World Cup in October-November. Talking about Pakistan's reported request for a change in venues, Ashwin opined that it would be considered by ICC only if the side makes any "valid security reasons".

"My Toast And Towel Fell Down": India Star's Funny Story From 1983 World Cup

Former India batter Syed Kirmani has revealed a funny incident from the 1983 World Cup. It was India's match against Zimbabwe in which the then captain of the side, Kapil Dev, played the iconic 175-run knock. India were tottering at 17 for 5 when Kapil Dev entered the crease and tore apart the Zimbabwe bowlers, helping his team eventually post a total of 266 for 8 in 60 overs. The captain's unbeaten knock was laced with 16 fours and 6 sixes.

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"He Was Alone And...": Ex-India Star Recalls Saddest Phase Of Virat Kohli's Career

Indian Cricket Fraternity Celebrates 40th Anniversary Of 1983 World Cup Triumph

Watch: Air Hostess Offers MS Dhoni Chocolates During Flight In Viral Video, Internet Reacts

"Realised Why 'Kattappa' Killed Baahubali": Virender Sehwag's Fun Take On Prabhas' Adipurush

"Lower Lele Bhai Apne Size Ka": India Star On His First Interaction With Virat Kohli

"Virat Kohli Has Same Average...": Ex-India Star Questions Cheteshwar Pujara's Exclusion

"Changing Venues... Advantage For Pakistan In World Cup": R Ashwin's Blunt Take

"My Toast And Towel Fell Down": India Star's Funny Story From 1983 World Cup