Friday, July 10
Virat Kohli's sudden retirement from Test cricket has sent ripples through the cricketing world. Among those is his former India and Delhi teammate, Shikhar Dhawan. In an exclusive interview, Dhawan fondly recalls not just Kohli's on-field heroics but also his vibrant presence in the dressing room. From celebrating Dhawan's debut century with infectious energy to his playful mimicry of teammates like Ishant Sharma, Dhawan paints a picture of Kohli's multifaceted personality.
Following his Test retirement announcement, Virat Kohli, accompanied by his wife Anushka Sharma, sought blessings from spiritual guru Premanand Maharaj in Vrindavan. Kohli's 14-year Test career concluded with 9,230 runs in 123 matches, including 30 centuries.
Virat Kohli's Test retirement has prompted Indian selectors to seek a long-term No. 4 batsman. Shubman Gill, seen as a future captain, is a potential candidate, though he prefers opening. Experts suggest KL Rahul's experience makes him a suitable option for the crucial middle-order position, while Rajat Patidar and others are also under consideration.
The BCCI has confirmed the resumption of IPL 2025, starting May 17 across six venues, with the final on June 3. The league was paused due to a security incident. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face Chennai Super Kings in the opening match. The abandoned Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals match has been rescheduled to May 24 in Jaipur.
India is set to make a significant impact at the Doha Diamond League with its largest-ever contingent of four athletes. Spearheaded by Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra, who has a strong record at the Doha venue, the team includes Kishore Jena in javelin, Gulveer Singh in the 5000m, and Parul Chaudhary in the 3000m steeplechase.
Director General of Military Operations Lt. General Rajiv Ghai, during a press briefing, lauded Virat Kohli as his favourite cricketer after his Test retirement. Drawing parallels between cricket and national defence, Ghai highlighted India's robust air-defence system using an analogy from the 1974-75 Ashes series.
Rohit Sharma recently spoke about handling criticism. He acknowledged its impact but emphasised learning to manage it. He addressed concerns about his vulnerability to left-arm seamers. He highlighted his successful ODI career, including a record score. He also reflected on his Test journey, noting his role in the World Test Championship. He recently retired from Test cricket.
Virender Sehwag's recent social media activity has ignited patriotic fervour, following his critical remarks aimed at Pakistan. He shared a powerful image contrasting the Indian and Pakistani armed forces, reinforcing his stance after condemning ceasefire violations. This came after India's Operation Sindoor, a retaliatory strike against terror camps, further escalating tensions and reflecting a strong national sentiment against cross-border terrorism.
