'It was very an emotional moment for him. And then I realised that CSK is very close to his heart, he loves the players like his own family.'
For the first time, no Indian superstar will lead an IPL team.
A dispute over property and the right to succeed the titular head of the Mewar royal family in Udaipur, Rajasthan, has escalated into a major controversy. Vishvaraj Singh Mewar, a BJP MLA and the newly appointed titular head, was denied entry to the city palace and Eklingnathji temple by his uncle Arvind Singh Mewar and his son Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar. The incident sparked violent protests and the district administration has appointed a receiver to manage the controversial portion of the city palace where the 'Dhuni' (sacred fire) is located. This dispute raises questions about the future of the Mewar family's legacy and its historical traditions.
'Tea is something very close to us, maybe because we are from that generation, where we never say no to tea.'
While Sachin Tendulkar's 2013 farewell became a national pilgrimage, a vibrant celebration befitting a cricketing deity, the exits of many other Indian icons this century have been quieter journeys into the twilight.
'It's quite a task to maintain this. I'll try to keep it, but maybe one fine day I might decide to chop it off.'
The Delhi-based franchise posted their third-highest IPL totals during their match against GT on Wednesday.
It's IPL season again and that means Thala's back in action! Fans wait all year to see Mahendra Singh Dhoni back doing what he does best.
The Australian was Dhoni wanted to to stick around in the transition phase as Gaikwad was handed the captaincy.
Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson has been fined Rs 12 lakh for maintaining a slow over-rate during their IPL 2023 match against Chennai Super Kings.
Hussey also expressed confidence in Rachin Ravindra's mental resilience despite recent misses, and said a good knock from the Kiwi may just be round the corner.
Dhoni's new look has sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Rishabh Pant dined at Bastian in Mumbai.
India skipper Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Shubman Gill and Washington Sundar were all ears as the great man offered insights on the game inside the pavilion named after him.
Dhoni's only advice to Ashwin was to keep reinventing himself.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni will lead Chennai Super Kings for a record 15th season during IPL 2024, starting later this month.
After a 20-month absence from Test cricket, Rishabh Pant's return was nothing short of sensational.
The ICC Champions Trophy is set to kick off in Pakistan, marking the country's first ICC event since the 1996 World Cup.
The 38-year-old played the day-night Test in Adelaide and picked up one wicket.
'When it comes to strategy or planning for a match, there is nobody better than Dhoni.' 'Whether he is uncapped or capped, every franchise would want to pick Dhoni, no matter what price he is available for.'
'What a collection and what a man MSD is. A great achiever and a even more incredible person.;
'The coach, the captain, the memories.'
Dhoni refused a seemingly easy single after hitting the ball, leaving many, including former cricketer Irfan Pathan, perplexed.
Haryana archers dominated the Indian Round archery competitions at the 38th National Games in Dehradun, securing gold medals in both the men's and women's team events.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni and daughter Ziva enjoyed playing with their dogs at their farm house in Ranchi.
But, inspired by him so much, Patheerana has emotionally requested Dhoni to continue at least for one more season.
Two passengers died and 75 others were rescued after a speed boat crashed into a ferry off the Mumbai coast. The ferry, carrying 80 passengers and five crew members, was on its way to Elephanta Islands when the speed boat circled it before crashing into it. The Navy and Coast Guard launched a massive rescue operation, with 11 Navy boats, three Marine Police boats, and a Coast Guard boat deployed. Four helicopters were also involved in the search and rescue operation. Police, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority personnel, and local fishermen are assisting in the rescue efforts. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that seven to eight passengers remain missing.
The duo were snapped laughing about something as youngster Shivam Dube stood around listening to the conversation.
Rinku Singh, who is enjoying a stunning season, said his hard work at the KKR academy is paying off.
The new stand at the iconic M A Chidambaram stadium in Chennai, which has been named after former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, was opened on Friday.
He became the first player to record 100 wins in the shortest format of the game.
Dhoni is participating in the ongoing JSCA Tennis Tournament in Ranchi.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni celebrated Christmas with his family and friends, and notably, Rishabh Pant joined in the festivities.
The Wankhede stadium in Mumbai holds a special place in Indian cricket history as it was where India won World Cup 2011.
The ground staff and curators of all the 10 regular IPL venues will be given Rs 25 lakh each.
An astute reader of the game both on and off the field, Ashwin might have gauged what was in store going forward and that perhaps made it easier for him to take a call.
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