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Mohammed Siraj was praised by Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill for his outstanding performance in the India vs England Test series, which ended in a 2-2 draw, with Siraj taking 23 wickets and playing a crucial role in India's victory at The Oval.
Virat Kohli expressed his grief over the tragic stampede during RCB's IPL 2025 victory celebration in Bengaluru, which resulted in 11 deaths and over 45 injuries, prompting condolences from cricket legends and government aid for the victims.
Virat Kohli led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their first IPL title after 18 years, expressing deep emotion and gratitude, especially towards his wife Anushka Sharma. He emphasized the importance of Test cricket and announced his retirement from the format, highlighting his achievements and advocating for young players to respect the longest format of the game.
Virat Kohli's emotional reaction after leading RCB to their first IPL title in 18 years, highlighting his dedication and the significance of this victory for him and the team, culminating in a close final win over Punjab Kings.
Australia suffered a heavy defeat against India in a Test match at Perth Stadium, raising concerns about their preparedness and strategy. Despite meticulous planning, the Australian team, led by Pat Cummins, appeared disorganized and outplayed by India, with standout performances from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli. The loss highlighted Australia's lack of recent Test cricket experience and questionable tactical decisions, leaving them searching for answers as they look to recover in the ongoing series.
India's squad for the T20 World Cup 2024 sends mixed signals, with notable omissions and selections based on IPL 2024 performances. Despite high expectations and past successes in other formats, India has not won an ICC title since 2013. Key players like Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah are in top form, but concerns remain over the form of captain Rohit Sharma and deputy Hardik Pandya. The tournament, held in the US and West Indies, will see India facing intense scrutiny and competition, including a highly anticipated match against Pakistan.
The Indian cricket team has begun training in New York ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup, with most players acclimating and doing basic drills. Virat Kohli has yet to arrive, raising doubts about his participation in the warm-up game against Bangladesh on June 1. The team is preparing for their first World Cup match against Ireland on June 5.
Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar and tennis star Novak Djokovic joined the sports world in celebrating Virat Kohli's record-breaking 50th ODI century. Gavaskar praised Kohli as a "superhuman" who has raised the bar set by Sachin Tendulkar. Kohli's century, achieved in the World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, made him the highest century scorer in the 50-overs format. He also became the first player to score 700 runs in a single World Cup edition. India posted a massive total of 397/4 and went on to win the match.
India comfortably secured their place in the World Cup final with a 70-run victory over New Zealand. Virat Kohli scored his 50th ODI hundred, while Shreyas Iyer also contributed with a century. Mohammed Shami's impressive bowling performance, taking 7 wickets for 57 runs, helped restrict New Zealand's chase. India's dominant campaign in the World Cup continues, with their average victory margin being 175 runs, 6.4 wickets, and 64.4 balls remaining.
Indian cricketer Virat Kohli describes the occasion of scoring his 50th ODI hundred as "the perfect picture," as he achieved the milestone in front of his wife Anushka Sharma and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. Kohli's century also broke Tendulkar's record for the most runs in a single edition of the ODI World Cup. He finished the tournament with 711 runs at an average of 101.57. Kohli played a crucial role in India's semi-final match, anchoring the innings and helping the team post a total of 397 for 4, the highest in a knockout game of a World Cup.
Indian cricketer Virat Kohli celebrates his birthday by scoring his 49th century, equaling Sachin Tendulkar's record. His wife, Anushka Sharma, expresses her pride and love for him on social media. Celebrities like Vicky Kaushal, Kartik Aaryan, and Varun Dhawan also celebrate Kohli's achievement. Amidst the celebrations, there are rumors of Anushka and Virat expecting their second child, with fans eagerly awaiting an official announcement.
India continued their unbeaten run at the Cricket World Cup with a dominant 243-run victory over South Africa. Virat Kohli equaled Sachin Tendulkar's record of 49 ODI centuries, while Ravindra Jadeja took a five-wicket haul to dismantle the South African batting lineup. India's strong performance keeps them at the top of the standings, while South Africa suffered their second defeat and remain in second place.
Indian cricketer Virat Kohli celebrated his 35th birthday by scoring his 49th century in a World Cup match against South Africa, equaling the world record set by Sachin Tendulkar. Tendulkar congratulated Kohli and jokingly expressed hope that he would break his record soon. Kohli's unbeaten 101 helped India reach a total of 326-5, with a partnership of 134 runs with Shreyas Iyer.
Virat Kohli celebrated his 35th birthday by equaling Sachin Tendulkar's record of 49 ODI centuries, receiving praise and congratulations from fans and fellow cricketers around the world.
Virat Kohli's match-winning knock of 95 runs against New Zealand helped India maintain their unbeaten run in the ICC World Cup. Former New Zealand pacer Simon Doull praised Kohli's ability to chase totals, stating that he "lives for it." Despite a challenging target of 273, India's bowlers, led by Mohammed Shami's five-wicket haul, restricted New Zealand to 54 runs in the last 10 overs. Kohli's innings, along with contributions from Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill, and KL Rahul, guided India to a four-wicket victory. With this win, India sits at the top of the table with 10 points from five matches, while New Zealand suffered their first defeat of the tournament.