Friday, May 08
Aryan Sharma, an 11-year-old Virat Kohli fan who once held a placard saying, 'Watch me play for Australia in 2025,' has turned his childhood promise into reality. Now 18, Aryan has been named in Australia’s U19 World Cup squad.
Lionel Messi's GOAT India Tour proceeded smoothly in Hyderabad after a chaotic start in Kolkata. The Argentine star participated in a penalty shootout and football clinics for children, receiving a warm welcome from fans and dignitaries. Messi will continue his tour in Mumbai and conclude in New Delhi with a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The Global Chess League Season 3 has begun in Mumbai. Six teams will compete in 34 matches. Prominent chess players are participating. The league aims to popularize chess for a new generation. Spectators can enjoy an enhanced experience. Indian viewers can watch on JioStar. The tournament features elite competition in an exciting format.
Former Indian football captain Bhaichung Bhutia criticized VIP culture at Lionel Messi's Kolkata event, where genuine fans were denied access. The GOAT Tour's Kolkata leg saw fans express anger through vandalism after expensive tickets failed to guarantee a proper viewing of the star, leading to an organizer's arrest and a government investigation.
Gujarat Titans coach Ashish Nehra has backed captain Shubman Gill amidst a lean patch in T20Is, urging against judging him by recent statistics. Nehra also defended all-rounder Washington Sundar, highlighting his valuable all-round skills and potential for improvement despite recent struggles. Both players are crucial to the franchise's plans.
