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'Mumbai never disappoints': Wankhede crowd welcomes Rohit Sharma with deafening cheers

T20 World Cup 2024: India captain Rohit Sharma thanked fans for their support as Wankhede Stadium crowd welcomed the T20 World Cup champions with deafening cheers.

'It Was Written', Says 'Raja' Rohit Sharma at Wankhede Felicitation Following T20WC 2024 Crowning

Team India were treated to a raucous reception at the Wankhede on return to the homeland following their title-clinching exploits in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in the Caribbean.Rohit Sharma led the men in blue to their second T20WC title and ended an 11-year title drought for the nation. He was given a hero’s welcome in Mumbai, where he was hailed like a king.He dedicated the trophy to the fans and touched upon the nation’s desire for a title...

Virat Kohli's Family Arrives At ITC Maurya To Meet The T20 World Cup Winners

Batting superstar Virat Kohli was on fire for Team India in the T20 World Cup 2024 final, which was played against South Africa in Barbados on June 29. In the title decider, the 35-year-old right-handed batter opened the innings for India and scored 76 runs from 59 balls. He helped India post a total of 176 runs on the board, which in the end proved too much for the Proteas.For his super show with the bat in the final, Kohli won the Player of...

Order Amidst Celebratory Chaos: Team India Fans Make Way for Ambulance Despite Marine Drive Frenzy Ahead of T20WC Celebrations

Team India are slated to commemorate their historic ICC T20 World Cup 2024 victory in the Caribbean with an open-top parade followed by a felicitation ceremony in Mumbai on Thursday, following their return to home soil after being stranded in Barbados for a couple of days due to inclement weather.Fans in the Maximum City took to the streets in the thousands as they flocked to the roads to witness the triumphant side hoist the trophy high up from...

'Excellent Meeting With Our Champions!': PM Narendra Modi Had a 'Memorable Conversation' With Indian Players at His Residence

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian men’s cricket team met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence in New Delhi on Thursday (July 4) after arriving in India from Barbados. PM Modi congratulated the world No. 1 T20I team for ending India’s 11-year wait for an ICC trophy by winning the T20 World Cup 2024 title.During the one-hour-long meeting at his residence in Lok Kalyan Marg, PM Modi interacted with Indian captain Rohit Sharma, head coach Rahul...

In Pics: Top moments from Indian team's victory parade at Marine Drive and Wankhede

Mumbaikars turned up in massive numbers to celebrate the T20 World Cup-winning Indian team in the City of Dreams this evening. Here are some top snippets from the magical event! (Image Source: Twitter) The iconic Marine Drive was all decked up during the victory parade. (Image Source: Twitter) Skipper Rohit Sharma poses with the trophy with his beloved fans behind him in this breath-taking picture. (Image Source: Twitter) Vice-captain Hardik Pandya returns as a World Cup winner to the city that booed him during the Indian Premier League (IPL). (Image Source: Twitter) Jasprit Bumrah, Shivam Dube, Rishabh Pant, and Virat Kohli are joined by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Roger Binny in the open bus parade. (Image Source: Twitter) A top angle view of the open bus parade, much akin to how the 2007 T20 World Cup-winning squad celebrated in Mumbai. (Image Source: Twitter) Here's a brilliant evening view from the heart of South Mumbai amidst the jubilant celebrations. (Image Source: Twitter) The BCCI top-brass, comprising president Roger Binny and secretary Jay Shah hand the Rs. 125 crore worth prize money to the Indian squad. (Image Source: Twitter)

Flight UK 1845: Team India Fly Down to Mumbai Ahead of Wankhede Celebrations in Ro-Ko Tribute Aircraft

The World Champions are home with the trophy!The Rohit Sharma-led Team India arrived in New Delhi on Thursday morning after being stranded for two days in the hurricane-hit Barbados since winning the T20 World Cup 2024. They received a rousing reception at the New Delhi airport and the hotel where they checked in before meeting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.The Indian team was scheduled to leave for Mumbai for a victory parade and they...

Unforgettable day for T20 WC champions: Vande Mataram, Rohit-Kohli dance, Pandya's redemption & more (WATCH)

An enormous crowd flooded Marine Drive in South Mumbai to celebrate the T20 World Cup-winning Indian team's victory parade, creating a spectacle that brought traffic to a standstill. Thousands of passionate fans gathered to catch a glimpse of their favorite stars, transforming the streets into a sea of cheering supporters. The open bus parade, which started from Nariman Point's National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) after a delay, commenced...

Never seen Rohit so emotional in 15 years like he was after final, says Kohli

He had never seen "an emotional" Rohit Sharma in their decade and a half old association till the Indian captain hugged him with welled up eyes after the T20 World Cup triumph, Virat Kohli revealed to a packed Wankhede audience during the team's felicitation ceremony in Mumbai on Thursday.

Virat Kohli ready to sign petition to declare Jasprit Bumrah a national treasure

T20 World Cup 2024: Star Indian batter Virat Kohli said that he was ready to sign a petition declaring fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah as a 'national treasure' and the '8th Wonder of the World.'

Major League Cricket 2024: Pat Cummins, Rashid Khan, Faf du Plessis and other key players to keep an eye on

Starting July 4, Major League Cricket features stars like Pat Cummins (San Francisco Unicorns), Rashid Khan (MI New York), Aaron Jones (Seattle Orcas), Glenn Maxwell (Washington Freedom), Jason Roy, and Sunil Narine (Los Angeles Knight Riders). Also, Faf du Plessis (Texas Super Kings), Kieron Pollard, and Monank Patel underscore USA’s T20 World Cup success.

Virat Kohli throws spotlight on Jasprit Bumrah, Wankhede erupts with 'Boom Boom' chants: 'Guy who brought us back'

Virat Kohli put the spotlight on Jasprit Bumrah, and the Wankhede responded with ‘Boom Boom’ chants during the felicitation ceremony in Mumbai.

PM Modi refuses to touch T20 World Cup trophy, classy gesture for Dravid and Rohit becomes major hit on internet

PM Modi's class gesture for Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid in the T20 World Cup picture soon became the talk of the town on social media.

Shah Rukh Khan Is Elated And Emotional Seeing Team India Celebrate Their T20 World Cup Win: 'Dance All Night...'

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan took to Twitter to express his immense pride and joy as Team India celebrated their historic T20 World Cup victory. The Indian cricket team clinched the championship in a thrilling final against South Africa in Barbados. Shah Rukh Khan, known for his passionate support for cricket and as the owner of the IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders, shared a heartfelt message for the victorious team. He tweeted, "Seeing the boys so...

Vada Pav For Rohit, Chole Bhature For Virat! What Team India Ate For Breakfast After Landing In Delhi: Report

India lifted their second T20 World Cup trophy when they defeated South Africa in the final to win the 2024 edition of the tournament. They landed on Delhi on July 4 and went for some rest at ITC Maurya. They were served a special breakfast which included some favourite foods of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

India's tour of Zimbabwe 2024: Full IND vs ZIM schedule, squads, dates, venues and match timings

Shubman Gill's Team India has arrived in Zimbabwe for the five-match T20I series. Here's all you need to know.

Novak Djokovic is given a major scare on Centre Court by British wildcard - and world No 277 - Jacob Fearnley to reach Wimbledon's third round

Novak Djokovic was given a real scare on Centre Court by plucky Brit Arthur Fearnley, eventually winning 6-3, 6-4, 5-7, 7-5 to reach round three.

16 hours in flight - what Team India did during Barbados to Delhi journey. Watch

Despite extensive travel, the Indian cricket team maintained high spirits during their flight back home, as shown in a BCCI video featuring players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Mohammed Siraj, and Yuzvendra Chahal expressing their emotions. Players signed a special jersey and shared moments with the trophy. Upon arrival, they received a warm welcome from fans at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, despite the rain. Following their T20...

'Boring': Zverev and Sinner slammed by former Wimbledon champion

World Championship of Legends: India, Pakistan make winning starts in Birmingham

World Championship of Legends 2024: India Champions, led by Yuvraj Singh, defeated England Champions after Harbhajan Singh's all-round show. Pakistan Champions defeated Australia Champions after Younis Khan's 64 in Birmingham on Wednesday.

'There will never be another Cristiano Ronaldo': Kylian Mbappe praises veteran but says he is not looking to emulate Portuguese star for Real Madrid as he prepares to face his idol at Euro 2024

Mbappe has always admired Ronaldo, grew up in Paris with posters of him on his walls and admits it is one of the key reasons he has long since dreamed of playing for Real Madrid.

EXPLAINED: How Team India's Flight To Mumbai Had Special Connection With Rohit Sharma And Virat Kohli

The Vistara flight that carried Team India fro Delhi to Mumbai had the code 'UK1845'. This was a combination of the jersey numbers of Virat Kohli (18) and Rohit Sharma (45) in the Indian team. In the flight, the team was greeted by the captain and the crew followed by a cake-cutting ceremony.

‘Got To Take Some Of The Blame’, Says Phil Foden Points Amid England’s Euro 2024 Struggles

England forward Phil Foden has admitted to things ‘not working’ for the Three Lions in the UEFA Euro 2024. Before the tournament began, the Gareth Southgate-coached were widely deemed as the favourites to lift the trophy.However, the team has struggled with consistency in the tournament, winning their matches narrowly. Addressing the team’s struggles, the Manchester City attacker opined that it wasn’t all the manager’s fault and the players must...

Massive crowds in and around Wankhede to greet Indian team

Parade delayed by two hours after team arrived late from Delhi and rain came down in Mumbai

Sushant Singh Rajput's MS Dhoni: The Untold Story To Re-Release In Theatres On Ace Cricketer's Birthday

On the ocassion of legendary cricketer Mahendra Singh Singh Dhoni's 43rd birthday, the makers of his biopic MS Dhoni: The Untold Story are re-releasing the film in theatres.

Watch: Fresh Angle Emerges of Suryakumar Yadav's Spectacular Catch in T20 World Cup Final

A fresh clip of Suryakumar Yadav’s dramatic catch in the final over of the 2024 T20 World Cup to dismiss David Miller has emerged proving how spectacular his effort was given the circumstances. India went on to defeat South Africa by seven runs in a last-over thriller to win the title for the second time in their history on Saturday.With 16 needed off six deliveries, South Africa’s Miller launched a low full toss from Hardik Pandya towards...

PM Narendra Modi's Picture With Jasprit Bumrah's Son Angad Goes Viral

Jasprit Bumrah played a big role in helping Team India end the 11-year wait for an ICC trophy this year. The 30-year-old pacer played in all eight matches of the T20 World Cup 2024 and picked up 15 wickets. For his super show with the ball in the ninth edition of the T20 World Cup, Bumrah won the Player of the Series award.After helping India beat South Africa by seven runs in the T20 World Cup 2024 final played in Barbados on June 29, the...

Rohit Sharma Goes Wild Mid-Air, Virat Kohli Can't Take His Eyes Off World Cup Trophy In BCCI Video

Indian captain Rohit Sharma along with team India players had a lot of fun on their return journey from Barbados to New Delhi following a T20 World Cup win. The BCCI shared the video of Indian players enjoying their time in the aircraft as fans back home waited patiently for the World Cup heroes to return.

List of players with most wins in international matches

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are engaged in a thrilling race to surpass the legends of cricket, joining an elite club of legendary players who have won the most international matches. The two Indian stalwarts are hot on the heels of icons like Tendulkar, Ponting, and Jayawardene.

PM Modi Curiously Asks Rohit Sharma About Mud's Taste; Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Others Recollect Winning Moments

Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked Rohit Sharma how mud tastes after the skipper was seen putting a piece of the turf in his mouth after the victory.

Sunil Gavaskar Exclusive: No better redemption story for Hardik Pandya

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar feels that there is no better redemption story for Hardik Pandya than returning India with the T20 World Cup trophy in his hand. Pandya was emotional when Rohit Sharma credited him to India's title win in Barbados.

'Rohit-Rohit' Chants in Mumbai Leaves India Captain Speechless & Blushing During Victory Parade: WATCH

The streets of Mumbai were jam-packed even before Team India’s victory parade kicked off on Thursday evening. A sea of crazy fans had covered the roads to welcome the T20 World Champions who defeated South Africa and lifted the trophy in Barbados. After receiving a rousing reception at the airport, the members of the Indian team got onto the open bus and were mesmerized by what they witnessed.ALSO READ| Team India Victory Parade Live UpdatesThe...

'To all you Mumbai Indians fans out there!': AB de Villiers SILENCES Hardik Pandya Critics After WC

On the historical day of June 29, 2024, Hardik Pandya collapsed to the ground right  after Anrich Nortje hit the final ball of the final over to Arshdeep Singh at sweeper cover, securing India's T20 World Cup title. Tears were streaming down the face of the vice-captain a moment later. Hardik had faced many difficulties in the last several months, ...

T20 WC champions' victory parade: Internet stunned as fan spotted on tree close to Team India's bus (WATCH)

The streets of Mumbai were packed with fervent fans on Thursday as the victory parade of the T20 World Cup-winning Indian team kicked off after a two-hour delay. The event, which started from the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) in Nariman Point and headed to the Wankhede Stadium, saw an outburst of enthusiasm as a fan climbed a tree to catch a glimpse of the cricket stars on their open bus. Also read: Team India celebrates T20 WC 2024...

Roger Federer makes first appearance at this year's Wimbledon to pay tribute to Andy Murray, Madison Keys takes a pop at the crowd - and BBC make Novak Djokovic blunder: COURT REPORT

JAMES SHARPE AT WIMBLEDON: Murray and his brother Jamie were beaten by Rinky Hijikata and John Peers in the men's doubles before a series of tributes were paid to the two-time champion.

'This Is The First Time I’ve Seen Rohit Sharma Show So Much Emotion On The Field': Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli voiced his support for declaring ace bowler Jasprit Bumrah as a modern marvel, suggesting him as the "Eighth Wonder."

PM Hosts The T20 World Cup-Winning Indian Cricket Team At His Delhi Residence, See Photos

Team India met Indian PM Narendra Modi at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, New Delhi, after returning from Barbados. PM clicked with the team and the prestigious T20 World Cup 2024 trophy. (Picture credit: News18)PM Modi asked World Cup-winning skipper Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, and others to express their feelings after a successful big-stage victory. (Picture credit: News18)The Indian team, along with coach Rahul Dravid were all smiles as they posed for a photo with PM Modi, BCCI chairman Roger Binny, and BCCI secretary Jay Shah. (Picture credit: News18)Star batter Jasprit Bumrah (left) also spoke on the microphone as Ravindra Jadeja (right) and others lent him enthusiastic ears. (Picture credit: News18)Suryakumar Yadav (left), Yuzi Chahal (right), and the other teammates seemed to enjoy a light-hearted atmosphere after an intense month-long quest abroad. (Picture credit: News18)The Indian cricket team had fun banter with PM Modi and the others. The mood seemed to be a jolly one. (Picture credit: News18)PM Narendra Modi also looked in a relaxed mood as he indulged in the Indian team’s chitchats. (Picture credit: News18)Kuldeep Yadav (center) and the others are seen listening to the fun conversations and having a nice time at PM’s residence. (Picture credit: News18)Former Indian head coach Rahul Dravid, whose last assignment with Team India was the T20 World Cup 2024, also graced the occasion with a few words. (Picture credit: News18)

Top 5 viral videos: Team India’s arrival at Delhi Airport, Cobra that swallowed a cough syrup bottle, and more

From the grand welcome for the Indian cricket team at Delhi airport to MS Dhoni and Sakshi's wedding anniversary, take a look at today's top five viral videos.

Jasprit Bumrah's family once couldn't afford a 'packet of milk,' reveals cricketer's neighbour after T20 WC win

Jasprit Bumrah, India’s star fast bowler, won the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 and was honored with the 'Player of the Tournament' award. Journalist Deepal Trivedi, a close family friend, celebrated his victory with a touching tribute. She recounted Bumrah's humble beginnings in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, recalling his birth and early days marked by financial struggles after his father's death. Trivedi highlighted Jasprit's mother, Daljit's, relentless...

Jokes Apart | Why the Indian T20 Cricket Combox Needs a Revolutionary Change of Guard

This time, after we won the World Cup, I didn’t cry. I was ecstatic, I felt a lump in my throat, but the tears didn’t flow, like they did on April 2, 2011. In 2007, no one cried — neither the players nor the fans. The T20 format was brand new; that victory was about unfettered freedom, not the lifting of the burden of expectation.When we lost to Australia in the ODI WC final six months ago, it reminded me of the failure of Chandrayaan-2. The...

Gear up for India-Pakistan bilateral series as Cricket Australia ‘happy’ to play hosts

Knowing the gravity of this contest regarding its reach, engagement and revenue generation, CA is keen on putting them together.

The wait proves worth it: Mumbai turns on a celebration for India's homecoming

Thousands crammed into the parade route along Marine Drive and in Wankhede Stadium as fans got to see a World Cup again

T20 WC celebrations: Special jersey to honour Team India unveiled. Check first look here

On Thursday, Sanju Samson unveiled the inaugural glimpse of a distinctive jersey designed to commemorate Team India's Men's T20 World Cup victory. Led by Rohit Sharma, the Indian cricket team received a triumphant reception upon their return home, flying in via a dedicated charter flight.

Rohit Sharma urges Wankhede crowd to calm down as victory speech hijacked, dedicates World Cup trophy to 'entire nation'

Rohit Sharma had to wait for the cheers to subside before he dedicated Team India's T20 World Cup win to the entire nation.

Norris backtracks on Verstappen apology demand

McLaren F1 driver Lando Norris has since spoken about his "close to the edge" Austrian GP clash with Max Verstappen

Wankhede Stadium Echoes With Chants For Hardik Pandya, Celebrating His Redemption After IPL challenges

Hardik Pandya has captured Mumbai's adoration, a stark turnaround from his previous reception when he captained Mumbai Indians at the IPL.

‘I am so sorry': Mumbai fan apologises to Hardik Pandya after T20 World Cup heroics

Watch: An Indian and MI fan put out a passionate apology to Indian team vice-captain Hardik Pandya. Standing at the Mumbai airport to greet the Indian team, the fan expressed their apology on live TV for abusing Pandya during the Indian Premier League.

"The Worldwide Sensation": WWE Hall of Famer, Ric Flair syncs steps with Team India's World Cup celebrations

India celebrates T20 World Cup win led by Rohit Sharma, who mimicked WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair’s walk during trophy celebration. Viral video syncs Flair and Sharma, recognizing the 16-time world champion, Triple Crown holder, and first WCW World Heavyweight Champion. Notable match: Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania XXIV. Fans and sports community are excited.

How much does the captain of Indian cricket team make?

Team India not only got the ICC trophy home but also bagged a top prize of 2.45 million dollars (Rs 20.4 crore). Furthermore, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) honored the team with Rs 125 crore in recognition of their exceptional performance in the tournament.

India vs Zimbabwe, 1st T20I: Fantasy 11 Prediction, teams, captain, vice-captain, toss and venue analysis

India have won their last 5 T20I matches whereas Zimbabwe have lost four of their last five encounters.