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Truth Behind Rohit Sharma's 'Photoshopped' Image Out As Picture Goes Viral

India wrapped up their T20 World Cup preparations with a heavy 60-run mauling of Bangladesh at the Nassau County International Stadium in New York. Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya starrred with the bat in the absence of Virat Kohli, who missed the game after arriving in New York few hours before the match. Pant, who was making his first appearance in India colours in well over 18 months, top-scored with a 32-ball 53. Hardik, on the other hand, played down the talks surrounding his form, smashing an unbeaten 40 off just 23 balls.

"Don't Even Want To Watch The World Cup": Riyan Parag's Astonishing Remark

The T20 World Cup 2024 has begun, with the USA vs Canada contest being the first match in the month-long event. The Indian cricket team, however, will have to wait for a few more days to begin their journey in the tournament, with Rohit Sharma's men scheduled to take on Ireland in their opening fixture on June 05. While Indian fans have their fingers crossed for the side, Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Riyan Parag suggested that he doesn't even want to watch the T20 World Cup this time.

Sunil Gavaskar Settles Rishabh Pant vs Sanju Samson T20 World Cup Debate, Says: "Last Few Games..."

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has opened up on the team's playing combination for the T20 World Cup, as far as the wicketkeeping department is concerned. India have picked two wicketkeepers -- Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson -- in the 15-man squad for the tournament. While Samson had good season with the bat in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Pant also made a sensational comeback to competitive cricket in the same tournament.

In USA For T20 World Cup, Video Of Virat Kohli's Security Goes Viral

Team India talisman Virat Kohli has no role to play as the men's side took on Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup 2024 warm-up game on Saturday. Virat, who reached the United States late, was rested for the match, but the same can't be said about the security team assigned to the marquee batter. In a video that has emerged on social media, Kohli could be seen surrounded by heavy police force and security officials as he arrived at the ground in Nassau County where India took on the Bangla Tigers in the warm-up game.

"Whole World Is Focused When..": Pakistan Skipper Babar Azam On Nerves "Naturally" Playing Role During India-Pak Clash

Pakistan captain Babar Azam admitted that "nerves" will play a role in their high-voltage clash against arch-rival India and is hopeful about lifting the T20 World Cup trophy once again. Pakistan won their maiden T20 World Cup accolade in 2009. Since then, the Men in Green have come close to tasting the success but fell short each time. With the World Cup already underway, Pakistan will be looking to end the drought by lifting the title in the ongoing edition. But before the tournament arrives at that stage, the headlines will belong to the clash between one of the oldest rivalries in cricket - India and Pakistan.

"What Happened In IPL...": Sanjay Manjrekar Drops Colossal Hardik Pandya Remark On T20 World Cup

As India all-rounder Hardik Pandya was picked for the T20 World Cup 2024, not many people were in agreement, considering the poor form he showed in the Indian Premier League campaign. As Mumbai Indians finished bottom of the 10-team points table, Hardik's performances as an all-rounder and a captain were questioned by many. However, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar doesn't think the selectors were wrong in picking the all-rounder for the T20 World Cup. In fact, Manjrekar highlighted Hardik's exceptional record in World Cups to back his selection.

West Indies vs PNG T20 World Cup 2024 Live Streaming And Live Telecast: Where To Watch Match

West Indies vs PNG, T20 World Cup 2024 Live Streaming: It's been more than eight years since Carlos Brathwaite's four sixes at Eden Gardens gave West Indies their second T20 world title. Now, a wounded West Indies will look to redeem themselves at home when they begin their campaign in the event's ninth edition by taking on Papua New Guinea. In 2021, they endured four defeats in five games to make a Super 12 exit. Worse was in store in the 2022 edition in Australia when they failed to qualify for the main round after shock defeats to minnows Scotland and Ireland.

Watch: Sunil Gavaskar Meets Babar Azam At Dining Area, This Happens Next

Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar had an unexpected encounter with Pakistan captain Babar Azam in New York. The duo were involved in an intimate chat after bumping into each other in the dining area of an hotel. While Babar is in the Big Apple for the ongoing T20 World Cup, Gavaskar is also part of the commentary team for the tournament. In a video uploaded by Pakistan cricket, Gavaskar can be seen explaining something with Babar carefully listening to the living legend.

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Truth Behind Rohit Sharma's 'Photoshopped' Image Out As Picture Goes Viral

"Don't Even Want To Watch The World Cup": Riyan Parag's Astonishing Remark

Sunil Gavaskar Settles Rishabh Pant vs Sanju Samson T20 World Cup Debate, Says: "Last Few Games..."

In USA For T20 World Cup, Video Of Virat Kohli's Security Goes Viral

"Whole World Is Focused When..": Pakistan Skipper Babar Azam On Nerves "Naturally" Playing Role During India-Pak Clash

"What Happened In IPL...": Sanjay Manjrekar Drops Colossal Hardik Pandya Remark On T20 World Cup

West Indies vs PNG T20 World Cup 2024 Live Streaming And Live Telecast: Where To Watch Match

Watch: Sunil Gavaskar Meets Babar Azam At Dining Area, This Happens Next