Ravindra Jadeja, who retired from T20 cricket after India's win in the 2024 T20 World Cup, shared a picture with his mare on Instagram. Shikhar Dhawan, who also announced his retirement recently, left a playful comment. Dhawan concluded his cricketing career with significant achievements, having played in multiple formats for India and scoring 24 centuries.
Rohit Sharma, having retired from T20Is, aims to continue his white-ball international career and pursue the World Test Championship. Rohit, confirmed as India's Champions Trophy captain, speaks about his drive to achieve more after the T20 World Cup win. He highlights upcoming challenging Test series, emphasizing continued ambition and teamwork for future success.
Celebrating his 34th birthday, India's pace veteran Mohammed Shami is recognized for his impactful performances across formats. With 448 international wickets, Shami has been crucial in ODI World Cups and major ICC tournaments. Additionally, his achievements in the IPL, including a Purple Cap in 2023, underscore his prowess as one of India's finest bowlers.
Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16 will feature Banti Vadiva from Asadi, Madhya Pradesh, on September 4th. Banti, from an Adivasi community, overcame poverty and various struggles to appear on the show. His journey included significant sacrifices, like traveling under challenging conditions. He aims to break free from farming and inspire his village with his knowledge and perseverance.
Pakistan cricket's Babar Azam is facing criticism for poor performance. Scoring merely 64 runs in a two-Test series against Bangladesh, his form has been questioned. Social media users have heightened the scrutiny with fake retirement posts. Previously relinquishing his captaincy after the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, Babar is now under increased pressure.
India excelled on Day 5 of the Paris Paralympics 2024, earning 8 medals. Avani Lekhara, Sumit Antil, and Nitesh Kumar headlined the achievements with gold, complemented by notable performances from Yogesh Kathuniya and others. India's overall medal tally now consists of 15 medals, comprising 3 golds, 5 silvers, and 7 bronzes.
The show Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai focuses on Abhira and Armaan's wedding plans, which are disrupted by Ruhi's manipulations. Ruhi tries to create discord by influencing family members and pushing for a prenuptial agreement. As conflicts arise, Rohit may start realizing Ruhi's true intentions behind the chaos.
Rohan Bopanna, veteran Indian tennis player, alongside Indonesian partner Aldila Sutjiadi, advanced to the semifinals of the US Open mixed doubles with a tough win over Australian Matthew Ebden and Czech Barbora Krejcikova. The pair secured a 7-6(4), 2-6, 10-7 victory. Bopanna and Sutjiadi will now face Americans Donald Young and Taylor Townsend in the semi-finals.
In the popular TV show Anupamaa, Anu and Anuj rescue Aadhya from a troubled woman, leading to Anu's near-fatal injury, from which she ultimately survives due to Anuj's love. Vanraj, who has transformed and sought wealth, goes missing, raising questions about his fate as Toshu takes control of the Shah family.
Rohit Sharma, India's cricket captain, stopped to take photos with fans in Mumbai and then gently reminded them about potential traffic congestion. Having last played in the ODI series against Sri Lanka, he will lead India in a two-match Test series against Bangladesh commencing September 19 in Chennai, with the second match in Kanpur starting on September 27.
At the CEAT Cricket Awards, Mohammed Shami humorously discussed his World Cup experiences, highlighting a trend of starting as a second-choice player but performing crucially when given a chance. His reflections amused the audience, including Rohit Sharma. Shami's resilience is evident in his 24 wickets in the 2023 World Cup, showing his impactful role.
Manu Bhaker and Aman Sehrawat, fresh off their victories at the Paris Olympics, are set to appear on Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 on September 5. Hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, the special episode will feature the Olympians sharing their experiences and reflecting on their journeys. The trailer hints at emotional recounts from both medallists.
Abhishek Kumar delivered an impressive swimming stunt on Khatron Ke Khiladi 14, despite being mocked by Shilpa Shinde for relying on luck. This led to a heated argument between them. Abhishek later tweeted about knowing when to stand up for himself, indirectly referencing Shinde's previous eliminations compared to his continuous participation.
Play was interrupted at the US Open during fourth-round matches on Tuesday due to a fire alarm at the building handling the Hawkeye system. Daniil Medvedev's and Caroline Wozniacki's matches were halted for approximately six minutes. The unexpected event brought officials out of the video replay room before the issue was resolved and play resumed.
Elvish Yadav, a YouTuber and winner of Bigg Boss OTT 2, faces legal scrutiny by the Enforcement Directorate over money laundering and snake venom as a drug. The Noida Police arrested him, uncovering links to wildlife trafficking and other criminal offenses. The investigations are ongoing with further legal actions expected.
Harbhajan Singh recently shared insights on Virat Kohli's early career, highlighting his determination and transformation into one of cricket's legends. Recalling Kohli's debut ODI series in 2008 and initial Test struggles in 2011, Harbhajan noted Kohli's relentless desire to excel. Kohli's remarkable journey includes overcoming self-doubt and achieving notable milestones in the cricketing world.
Suarez, Uruguay's leading goal scorer, has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 37. Concluding a 17-year career with 69 goals and 142 appearances, Suarez was instrumental in Uruguay's 2010 World Cup run to the semis and the 2011 Copa America victory. His final game will be against Paraguay in the World Cup qualifiers.
Anita Hassanandani Reddy announces her return to television in the drama Suman Indori. After a five-year hiatus focused on motherhood, she looks to balance her career and family life. The show offers a fresh take on relationships, presenting a compelling role that reignites her passion for acting and inspiring other women to pursue their dreams.
Daniil Medvedev moves closer to a potential quarter-final match against world number one Jannik Sinner at the US Open after defeating Nuno Borges. In the women’s draw, Iga Swiatek and Jessica Pegula advance. Jack Draper reaches the quarter-finals, becoming the first British man since 2016 to achieve this milestone.
Indian badminton icon Saina Nehwal suggested retiring because of arthritis affecting her knee, limiting her training and performance. She continues to train but acknowledges difficulty competing at the top level. Known for her extensive career, Saina expressed satisfaction despite injuries impacting her play since the 2016 Olympics. She joined BJP recently.
Nithya earned her first Paralympic medal by defeating Rina Marlina of Indonesia in the women's singles SH6 category to win bronze. Nithya, 19, triumphed in 23 minutes with a scoreline of 21-14, 21-6, adding to India's medals tally at the Paris Paralympic Games with this victory. It was India's fifth medal in the badminton competition.
The latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 featured Delhi cab driver Satnam Singh, who left with Rs 10,000 after missing a Rs 40,000 question. Shreem Sharma from Punjab secured Rs 12,50,000 by not attempting the Rs 25,00,000 question, thus bringing the episode to a close.
Ravichandran Ashwin attributed his success to the legacy that the legends Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh left behind. With over 500 Test wickets, he anticipates future India spinners will surpass his achievements, marking the sport's evolution. Currently, the world's leading Test all-rounder, Ashwin underscores the nature of life to move forward with time.
