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Bill for Election Commissioners' selection to be discussed in special Parliament Session | A new bill that seeks to regulate the appointment of Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners has been listed for the special Parliament Session, that will begin on September 18. It aims to remove the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel. As per the bill, Election Commissioners shall be appointed by the President on a panel's recommendation. | ['politics', 'national'] | 19-09-2023 |
Amid rising prices, people need 'udhaar' card not Aadhaar: Raghav | AAP's Raghav Chadha has criticised the Centre over inflation, saying, "In this age of falling incomes and rising prices, people don't need an Aadhaar card but an udhaar card." "I say with a lot of sadness that this country is witnessing uncontrolled inflation due to which a common man's plate of lunch costs 24% more," he said. | ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
Union Minister G Kishan Reddy detained amid hunger strike against T'gana CM KCR | Union Minister G Kishan Reddy, who was sitting on a 24-hour hunger strike against Telangana CM K Chandrashekar Rao's government in a park in Hyderabad, was detained on Wednesday. Police also detained other BJP workers who had gathered in support of Reddy. "Our arrest is your fall KCR garu," Reddy tweeted after being detained. | ['politics', 'national'] | 19-09-2023 |
Sanatana Dharma controversy knowingly created by BJP: Brinda Karat | CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat accused BJP and RSS of deliberately manufacturing the Sanatana Dharma controversy to divert people's attention from their shortcomings. They exhibit an unclear stance on the caste system and have adopted a dual policy that ultimately protects caste-based practices, she claimed. This controversy is being orchestrated to safeguard the caste system, she said.
| ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
I.N.D.I.A bloc to start seat sharing process, 1st public meeting to be held in Oct | The coordination and election strategy committee of the I.N.D.I.A bloc in its first meeting on Wednesday decided to start the process of seat sharing. "The first public meeting of the alliance will be held in Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal in the first week of October," Congress leader KC Venugopal said. Today's meeting was held at NCP chief Sharad Pawar's Delhi residence. | ['politics', 'national'] | 19-09-2023 |
We must thank SRK for exposing INC's corrupt rule via 'Jawan': BJP | BJP's Gaurav Bhatia has said Shah Rukh Khan exposed Congress' corrupt rule from 2004 to 2014 through his movie 'Jawan'. Bhatia shared a purported dialogue from the film and said, "It's so apt for the Gandhi Parivar", while also listing the achievements of the BJP. Bhatia alleged Congress prioritised VVIP choppers over bulletproof jackets for soldiers during its rule. | ['politics', 'entertainment'] | 19-09-2023 |
Only 2 men know agenda of Special Parliament session: INC's Ramesh | Congress' Jairam Ramesh has criticised the Centre over the agenda of the Special Parliament session slated to take place from September 18-22. "Barring one man (ok, perhaps the other one too), nobody has any sense of the agenda," he said on X, adding that during previous Special Parliament sessions, the "list of business was known in advance". | ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
BJP govt's apathy reminds me of a song by MJ: Raghav on inflation | Sharing the results of a survey on inflation, AAP's Raghav Chadha said, "BJP government's apathy reminds one of Michael Jackson's (song) 'They don't [really] care about us'." Chadha claimed he brought up the issue of inflation in December 2022, adding that the impact of rising inflation has become more "pronounced" around 10 months after he brought the issue up. | ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
'Murder of Hinduism, She Wrote' is a book penned by Sonia: Patra | BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra on Wednesday accused Congress leader Sonia Gandhi of leading a conspiracy to end 'Sanatana Dharma'. He claimed Sonia Gandhi has penned a book titled 'Murder of Hinduism, She Wrote'. He made the statement in reference to famous American novelist Agatha Christie's 'Murder, She Wrote'. Patra further said, "To protect Sanatana Dharma, every Hindu will fight." | ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
BJP suspends Raj MLA Meghwal who called Union Law Minister corrupt | Rajasthan BJP has suspended Shahpura MLA Kailash Meghwal from the party ahead of the state Assembly elections scheduled later this year. This comes days after Kailash called Union Law minister Arjun Meghwal 'corrupt number one'. He said he'd write to PM Modi to have him expelled from the Cabinet, following which he was served a show-cause notice by the party.
| ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
Posters calling Kamal Nath 'Corruption Ka Haiwan' put up in MP | Posters featuring former CM of MP and state's Congress chief Kamal Nath as 'Corruption Ka Haiwan' (monster of corruption), were put up across Bhopal. The posters used Kamal Nath's face on the look of Shah Rukh Khan's film 'Jawan' in which the actor's face is covered with bandage. Congress workers were seen removing the posters put up in city. | ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
Ajit-led NCP's X handle suspended on Sharad faction's complaints | Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction's X (formerly Twitter) handle "NCPSpeaks1" has been suspended allegedly after multiple complaints by NCP chief Sharad Pawar-led faction. The X handle of Sharad's faction is "NCPspeaks". Ajit said on Wednesday that the leaders of his uncle Sharad's faction had filed the complaints for using the same name as the original NCP account. | ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
Modi became PM after suppressing BJP leaders' ambitions: Saurabh | Delhi minister Saurabh Bharadwaj has said that Narendra Modi became the PM of the country after suppressing the ambitions of BJP leaders. His remark came after the BJP criticised the I.N.D.I.A alliance over the question of a PM candidate. "Ambition should be there. If that ambition has been killed, it means there is a dictatorship," Bharadwaj said. | ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
AAP only party following message given by SRK's 'Jawan': Kejriwal | Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal praised Shah Rukh Khan's 'Jawan' and said AAP is only party to follow the message shared by the movie. "In the movie, Shah Rukh asks people to cast votes on basis of good work and not on basis of caste and religion," he said, adding that AAP demands votes on basis of good education it provides. | ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
Anti-Hindu Coordination Committee meeting: Patra on I.N.D.I.A meet | BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra has called the first meeting of I.N.D.I.A bloc's coordination committee as the meeting of 'Anti-Hindu Coordination Committee'. He claimed the alliance will make a plan to end 'Sanatana Dharma' during the meeting. Further, he said Congress veteran Sonia Gandhi is behind the conspiracy to target Hinduism. "Sanatana Dharma was, is, and will remain...immortal," he added. | ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
Delhi's inflation is half of India's, CM acted as shield: Raghav | AAP leader Raghav Chadha on Wednesday said that if there is relief from inflation in any state in the entire country, it is Delhi. He added that while India's retail inflation in August is 6.83%, the national capital is less than half at 3%. "CM Arvind Kejriwal acted as a shield to stop [PM Modi-led government's] arrows," he further said. | ['politics'] | 19-09-2023 |
We don’t care about Messi: Atlanta's Silva after 5-2 win vs Miami | Footballer Xande Silva, who currently represents MLS side Atlanta United FC, said they don't care about Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, following Atlanta's 5-2 win against Miami in an MLS match. "We care about us," he added. Talking about Messi, Atlanta manager Gonzalo Pineda stated, "Everything seems to be about him and Inter Miami...I told [my players to] turn that down." | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Cheteshwar Pujara handed one-match ban, Sussex docked 12 points for indiscipline | Sussex have been handed a 12-point County Championship penalty, while their captain Cheteshwar Pujara has been handed a one-match ban after the club received their fourth fixed penalty of the season. Sussex have also left out three players (Jack Carson, Tom Haines and Ari Karvelas) from their next match for indiscipline during their 15-run win over Leicestershire last week. | ['sports', 'entertainment'] | 19-09-2023 |
India favourites but SA are contenders after win vs Aus: Pietersen | Ex-England batter Kevin Pietersen took to X to state that India are favourites for ODI World Cup 2023, adding that Pakistan will always be a threat. Pietersen however stated that South Africa have become contenders for the trophy following their 3-2 win in the recently concluded five-match ODI series against Australia. "England [are] sitting just under India," said Pietersen. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
SRK is wonderful, he asked me about my opinion on Jawan: Rinku | KKR batter Rinku Singh said actor Shah Rukh Khan (SRK) is a wonderful person who motivates people and gives everyone a lot of confidence. Rinku added that SRK asked him for his opinion on 'Jawan'. "I replied to him saying, 'Sir, it was an amazing movie. I loved it'," he stated. Rinku recently made his Team India debut. | ['sports', 'entertainment'] | 19-09-2023 |
Who did Mohammed Siraj hand Asia Cup trophy to during celebrations? | India pacer Mohammed Siraj handed the Asia Cup 2023 trophy to D Raghavendra, also known as Raghu, during celebrations. Raghu is Team India's throwdown specialist. He hails from Karnataka's Kumta. He was an aspiring cricketer but had to give up his dream of becoming a professional cricketer after a hand injury. He has worked with KSCA Academy and NCA. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Batters who can't bowl can be a big disadvantage: Arjuna on India | Talking about the Indian team, ex-Sri Lanka captain Arjuna Ranatunga said, "Top order batters who can't bowl can be a big disadvantage in big tournaments where you need to keep an eye on the balance of the team." "Earlier, you had Virender Sehwag who was...very good off-spinner. There was Sachin Tendulkar but [there's no one] in this team," he added. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
India announce their squad for ODI series against Australia | India announced their squad for the three-match ODI series against Australia. KL Rahul will lead the squad in first two ODIs. The squad for first two ODIs also includes Ruturaj Gaikwad and Prasidh Krishna. Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav have been rested for first two ODIs. Ravichandran Ashwin and Washington Sundar have been included for all three ODIs. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Good that Rahul was told he will play 5 mins before match: Gambhir | Discussing KL Rahul's 111* in Asia Cup Super Four stage match against Pakistan, Gautam Gambhir said, "Good thing was...he was told [he'll play]...five minutes before." "If he was told a day ago, he might've...[thought] a lot," added Gambhir. Discussing his 97 in 2011 World Cup final, Gambhir stated, "Best thing...was that when Virender Sehwag got out, I hadn't worn pads." | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Virat Kohli is the biggest name in my phone contact: Riyan Parag | Riyan Parag, who represents Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League, said that he talks to Virat Kohli whenever he needs any advice. "[He] is the biggest name in my phone contact, I recorded the whole call when we talked last time as I don't want to disturb him," he added while speaking on Clueless HARPAL YouTube channel. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Kohli unfollows singer Shubh on Instagram amid protests over his Mumbai concert | Ex-India captain Virat Kohli has unfollowed Canadian singer Shubh on Instagram amid protests over the latter's upcoming concert in Mumbai. Shubh is facing opposition over his alleged support for Khalistani elements. He had earlier also shared a distorted map of India. Kohli had once called Shubh his favourite artist. KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya also reportedly unfollowed Shubh on Instagram. | ['sports', 'entertainment'] | 19-09-2023 |
Babar is bloody dumb, so was Pak's selection for Asia Cup: Kaneria | Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria took to X to term Pakistan captain Babar Azam and Pakistan's team selection for Asia Cup 2023 as "bloody dumb". "Why [did] Pakistan's team management and selectors [not] know that Sri Lanka is humid and hot?" he added. Pakistan failed to reach the Asia Cup 2023 final. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
RCB share old pic of Siraj watching match in a stadium after his historic spell | After Team India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj took six wickets in Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka, RCB took to X to share an old picture of Siraj watching a match in a stadium. "This guy took a selfie like he would one day pick the [joint] most wickets in an over for India in ODIs," RCB wrote. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Ishan will have to improve his game if he plays at no. 5: Gambhir | Former India opener Gautam Gambhir said Ishan Kishan will have to improve his game if he plays as number five batter for India in upcoming World Cup. Highlighting Kishan's dismissal against Bangladesh in their Asia Cup Super Four match, he said, "The reverse lap we saw against Bangladesh showed clearly that [he is] not that comfortable against spin, especially off-spin."
| ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
How can India become world number one ODI team ahead of World Cup 2023? | India are currently world number two ODI team. They're 0.23 rating points behind first-placed Pakistan. India will play three ODIs against Australia prior to ODI World Cup 2023. India will enter the quadrennial tournament as number one side if they win the series 3-0 or 2-1. Pakistan will remain number one if India lose the series 1-2 or 0-3.
| ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Ferran Torres 1st Barca player to hit direct free-kick since Messi | Attacker Ferran Torres became the first Barcelona player to score directly from a free-kick since Lionel Messi's goal off a free-kick against Valencia in May 2021. Torres recorded this feat in Barcelona's La Liga match against Real Betis, hitting the ball into the bottom right corner. "My idea was to hit the free kick over the wall," said Ferran. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Asia Cup final like Harvard University facing kindergarten: Ramiz | Ex-PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja said the Asia Cup 2023 final was similar to Harvard University facing kindergarten. "There couldn't have been a more ridiculous final...Sri Lankan batters played ridiculously...They didn't use their brain and it seemed as if they were eager to go to dressing room," he added. "I haven't seen a home team get thrashed like this," he stated. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Indian men's hockey team back in top-3 in rankings after a year | The Indian men's hockey team is placed on the third position in the latest world rankings issued by International Hockey Federation. The team is back in the top three after more than a year, having earlier dropped out in May 2022. The Indian men's team maintained an unbeaten run in Asian Champions Trophy 2023 which recently took place in Chennai. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
No reason to request results from players in Asian Games: Stimac | Talking about Asian Games which will start on September 23, Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac said, "I am not thinking about results." "I have no reason whatsoever to request results from the players," he stated. The Indian men's football team for Asian Games got changed several times due to some ISL franchises reportedly being unwilling to release players.
| ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
I'm inspiring generations: Daniil on player's 'octopus-like' shot | Reacting to a video where a young tennis player's defensive backhand shot was similar to his "octopus-like" shot, world number three Daniil Medvedev jokingly said he's "inspiring new generations everywhere". The youngster began his follow-through from waist-up and ended it near his feet. He had tagged Medvedev in the video. Medvedev was the runner-up of US Open 2023.
| ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Which are the 5 shortest matches in ODI cricket history? | Only 129 balls were delivered in the India-Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2023 final, making it the third-shortest completed men's ODI (by balls bowled) in cricket history. The 2020 match between USA and Nepal, in which 104 balls were delivered, is the shortest ODI. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe-Sri Lanka match in 2001, which was completed in 120 deliveries, in the second shortest ODI. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Kiraacckk: Jwala Gutta on Siraj's historic spell in Asia Cup final | Indian badminton player Jwala Gutta took to X to react to India pacer Mohammed Siraj's historic spell in Asia Cup 2023 final, with her tweet stating, "Kiraacckk. Well bowled." Gutta used the term 'Kiraacckk' to indicate she was mind blown. Siraj became the first Indian bowler to pick four wickets in an over in international cricket during the tournament's final. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Jofra Archer to travel with England World Cup squad, to continue his rehab in India | England fast bowler Jofra Archer will travel to India with England World Cup squad and will continue his rehab, England and Wales Cricket Board said. Archer, who last played an international match in March, is currently recovering from an elbow injury. He could be an option as a reserve late in the tournament if he proves his fitness, reports said. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
We have only 1 heart, how many times will you win it: LSG to Siraj | Reacting to Mohammed Siraj's historic spell in Asia Cup final, LSG shared a photo from 'Munna Bhai MBBS', using the film's dialogue, 'Tum bahut mast kaam karta hai' (You do great job) to indicate admiration. "We've...one heart, how many times will you win it?" read LSG's tweet. Siraj became first Team India bowler to pick four wickets in an over. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Spell was like magic, hadn't thought about it: Siraj on 6/21 vs SL | India pacer Mohammed Siraj said the spell that he bowled against Sri Lanka in Asia Cup final was "like magic because even I hadn't thought about it". "There was enough swing on offer. I realised that there is no need to hit the wicket but bowl at one particular spot," Siraj stated. He registered figures of 6/21 in the match. | ['Asia_Cup_2023', 'sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Hardik will be India's main weapon in the WC: Wasim Akram | Ex-Pakistan captain Wasim Akram said India all-rounder Hardik Pandya will be the team's "main weapon in the upcoming World Cup" and India are one of the favourite teams to win the tournament. Hardik scored 92 runs and picked six wickets in Asia Cup 2023. He has scored 1,758 runs and taken 79 wickets in 82 ODIs so far. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Crowd chants 'Mason Greenwood, die' during English footballer's Getafe debut | Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood, who is currently playing for Getafe on loan, made his debut for the Spanish side against Osasuna on Sunday. Osasuna fans were heard chanting "Mason Greenwood, die" when he came on as a substitute. Greenwood was charged with attempted rape and coercive behaviour in 2022, but charges were dropped by Crown Prosecution Service this year. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Ishan Kishan mimics Virat Kohli's walk after Asia Cup win, Kohli's reaction goes viral | Team India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan mimicked Virat Kohli's walk after India's Asia Cup 2023 victory. In a video that has gone viral, Ishan can be seen imitating Kohli while Team India players can be seen laughing. In response to Kishan, Kohli also walked animatedly. Reacting to the video, a fan commented, "Great atmosphere in the team." | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Owaisi congratulates Siraj in Hyderabadi style for his 6/21 vs SL | AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi congratulated and lauded cricketer Mohammed Siraj for his bowling performance against Sri Lanka in the final of the Asia Cup 2023. Owaisi on X (previously called Twitter) said, "In Hyderabadi lingo, 'Pasha pura Sri Lanka ku khol diye'." This comes as India defeated Sri Lanka in the final with the help of Siraj’s historic 6/21 spell. | ['politics', 'sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Video shows Eng's Hales smashing 3 sixes in a row in CPL match | England batter Alex Hales smashed three sixes in a row while representing Jamaica Tallawahs in their match against Saint Lucia Kings in Caribbean Premier League (CPL). He slammed the sixes off the bowling of Roston Chase. Hales scored 119*(57) and hit seven sixes and 12 fours during his knock. Jamaica Tallawahs had posted a target of 202 runs.
| ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Shraddha's 'What to do with free time?' post for Siraj goes viral | Actress Shraddha Kapoor took to Instagram Stories to react after Mohammed Siraj's historic spell in Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka, resulted in the match ending early. "Ask Siraj about what we should do with this free time?" read Shraddha's Instagram Story. Siraj picked six wickets, which included four wickets in an over, helping India dismiss Sri Lanka for 50. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023', 'entertainment'] | 19-09-2023 |
Kya baat hai Miyan Magic: Anushka Sharma on Siraj's historic spell | Anushka Sharma, in an Instagram Story on Sunday, praised Mohammed Siraj's spell against Sri Lanka during the Asia Cup 2023 final on Sunday. "Kya baat hai Miyan Magic," she wrote, with clapping hands emojis. Siraj took six wickets for 21 runs. He also became the first Indian cricketer to take four wickets in an over in international cricket history.
| ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023', 'entertainment'] | 19-09-2023 |
Rohit Sharma has won 5 IPL titles as captain, many didn't even win once: Gambhir | Ex-India opener Gautam Gambhir praised captain Rohit Sharma after India clinched their eighth Asia Cup title. He said, "There was never a doubt about Rohit the captain. He has won five IPL titles. Many didn't even win once." Gambhir added that Rohit's real test as captain will be the ODI World Cup 2023. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
MS Dhoni sacrificed his international runs for trophies: Gautam Gambhir | Ex-India opener Gautam Gambhir said MS Dhoni couldn't achieve what he could've achieved as a batter in international cricket. "If Dhoni wasn't captain, he could have batted at number three. I am sure he could have broken several ODI records," Gambhir said. "Dhoni has won a lot of trophies, but individually he sacrificed his international runs for trophies," he opined. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Kick to rear end before WC not worst thing: SL coach on loss | Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood said that sometimes "a bit of a kick to the rear end is not the worst thing before going into a big tournament (World Cup)". He made these remarks following Sri Lanka's defeat in Asia Cup final against India. "I think we'll have to rebuild and put confidence into the players," he stated. | ['Asia_Cup_2023', 'sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
His spell was rather spicy to handle: Sachin on Siraj's 6/21 vs SL | Talking about India pacer Mohammed Siraj who registered figures of 6/21 in his seven overs against Sri Lanka in Asia Cup final, ex-India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar said Siraj's "upfront spell was rather spicy to handle". "Congratulations India on an emphatic victory! A difficult day indeed for Sri Lankan cricket," Tendulkar stated. India won the match by 10 wickets. | ['Asia_Cup_2023', 'sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Wanted Siraj to bowl more, but our trainer said that we need to stop him: Rohit | Referring to India pacer Mohammed Siraj bowling seven overs in a spell and taking six wickets in Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka, captain Rohit Sharma said he wanted Siraj to bowl more. Rohit added that he didn't continue with Siraj on the team trainer's advice. Siraj posted figures of 7-1-21-6 as Sri Lanka were dismissed for 50. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Lost for last 2 yrs, now he's present: Akhtar on Rohit's captaincy | Talking about India captain Rohit Sharma's captaincy, ex-Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar said Rohit was a "bit lost" for the last one and a half years but "now he is present and doing great man-management". "Rohit has got Kuldeep Yadav into the team at the right time," Akhtar stated. Kuldeep picked nine wickets in Asia Cup 2023. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Don't think Rahul realises how good a player he is: Gavaskar | Ex-India captain Sunil Gavaskar said he doesn't think batter KL Rahul "actually realises how good a player he is". "Sometimes, when Rahul is batting...he gives the impression that he isn't...confident about himself," Gavaskar stated. Praising Rahul for his century against Pakistan in their Asia Cup Super Four match, Gavaskar said the most important thing was the "self-belief he showed". | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Team India players arrive in Mumbai after Asia Cup 2023 victory, video surfaces | Several Team India players arrived in Mumbai after winning the Asia Cup 2023 in Colombo on Sunday. A video has surfaced online showing players, including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah and Shreyas Iyer, exiting the Mumbai airport. India won Asia Cup for a record-extending eighth time by defeating Sri Lanka in the final. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
New Zealand reveal their jersey for ODI World Cup 2023, share pics | New Zealand, who finished second in 2019 ODI World Cup, have unveiled their jersey for ODI World Cup 2023. "New Zealand nod to 1996 for their ODI World Cup 2023 kit," ICC wrote on Instagram. Reacting to the jersey, a fan commented, "Wow 1996 vibes, just gray to black." "That is so cool," wrote another fan. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Match got over in the blink of an eye: Thakur on India's win vs SL | Talking about India's win against Sri Lanka in Asia Cup 2023 final, all-rounder Shardul Thakur said the match got over in the "blink of an eye". Sri Lanka were bowled out for 50 in 15.2 overs. India chased the target in 6.1 overs. Praising pacer Mohammed Siraj who took six wickets, Thakur said, "What a spell it was." | ['Asia_Cup_2023', 'sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Gloves Kohli wore against Pakistan in T20 WC 2022 sold for ₹3.1 lakh in charity dinner | The gloves that Virat Kohli wore in India's T20 World Cup 2022 match against Pakistan have been sold for AU$5,750 (nearly ₹3.1 lakh) during The Chappell Foundation's sixth Annual Dinner at Sydney Cricket Ground. The gloves were bought by Harv Kler, the foundation stated. Kohli had donated his gloves to the foundation after his match-winning knock of 82*(53). | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Save energy, India's series vs Aus before WC unnecessary: Akram | Ex-Pakistan captain Wasim Akram said India's three-match ODI series against Australia before the World Cup is "unnecessary" and the energy of the players should be "preserved" before the World Cup. "You don't want to be tired before a mega-tournament where you are favourites at home," Akram stated. The three ODIs will be played on September 22, 24 and 27. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
That is why Shami is sitting outside: Irfan on Siraj's 6/21 vs SL | Talking about India pacer Mohammed Siraj who registered figures of 6/21 in Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka, ex-India cricketer Irfan Pathan said Siraj is doing "special things". "You might see the degree of swing but...late swing and control you saw in Mohammed Siraj's bowling, that is why a bowler like Mohammad Shami is sitting outside," Irfan stated.
| ['Asia_Cup_2023', 'sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Rohit Sharma forgets his passport in hotel room, video of him waiting on bus goes viral | India captain Rohit Sharma forgot his passport in hotel room in Colombo after India's Asia Cup 2023 win, with a video of him waiting on the bus going viral. Rohit was the last player to board the bus and was seen waiting for a support staff member to get the passport. Fans were seen cheering for him. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Rohit says 'Burst them after we win WC' as sound of firecrackers interrupts presser | Team India captain Rohit Sharma's press conference after Asia Cup 2023 victory was briefly interrupted due to the sound of firecrackers which were being burst outside. "Burst them after we win World Cup," Rohit jokingly said. A video of the same has gone viral. India defeated Sri Lanka in the final by 10 wickets. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Video shows Jadeja’s catch which won him award in Asia Cup final | Ravindra Jadeja won the Catch of the Match award in Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka, receiving a prize money of $3,000 after completing a catch off Sri Lanka opener Pathum Nissanka. Jadeja dived to pull off a catch with both hands following a delivery by Mohammed Siraj, helping India pick Sri Lanka's second wicket in the match. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Virat Kohli lies down with eyes closed after taking catch, fans react as pic goes viral | Former Team India captain Virat Kohli laid down on the ground with his eyes closed after taking a catch in the slips during the Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka, with a picture going viral. Reacting to it, a fan commented, "Zen mode." Another fan wrote, "Relief on his face after that catch." | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Carlos Sainz wins Singapore GP, ends Max Verstappen's historic run | Ferrari's Spanish racer Carlos Sainz won Singapore Grand Prix, bringing an end to Red Bull racer Max Verstappen's historic run. Verstappen had scripted history by becoming first driver to win 10 F1 races in a row after clinching Italian Grand Prix. Verstappen finished fifth in the Singapore Grand Prix with Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton finishing second and third respectively. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Video shows India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj's historic 4-wicket over | Team India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj on Sunday became the first-ever Indian bowler to take four wickets in an over. Siraj dismissed Pathum Nissanka, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka and Dhananjaya de Silva on the first, third, fourth and sixth deliveries of his second over, respectively. Siraj registered bowling figures of 7-1-21-6 as Sri Lanka were bowled out for 50. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
PBKS share 'Apna Time Aayega' lyrics, pay tribute to Siraj's spell | PBKS took to X to share lyrics of song 'Apna Time Aayega' from 'Gully Boy', while referring to Mohammed Siraj's historic spell in Asia Cup final. "[People said] Colombo pitch will assist spinners. Siraj said, 'Kaun bola? Mujhse na ho payega'," read PBKS' tweet. Siraj became the first Indian pacer to pick four wickets in an over in international cricket. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Iceland Cricket shares pic of erupting volcano, says 'Siraj with volcanic fire!' | Iceland Cricket took to X to share a post on Mohammed Siraj after the Team India fast bowler took six wickets in the Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka on Sunday. "Siraj with volcanic fire!" Iceland Cricket wrote. Siraj also became the first-ever Indian bowler to take four wickets in an over in international cricket. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Manjrekar shares pic of 'stats machine' after Siraj's 4-wicket over | Cricketer-turned-commentator Sanjay Manjrekar took to X to share a picture showing a screen displaying data used by commentators for calling the match. The picture showed data of Mohammed Siraj's historic four-wicket over in the Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka. "Never seen our stats machine like this!!!!" Manjrekar wrote. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Just one word, CLASS: Mahindra as Siraj dedicates ₹4.15 lakh prize to groundsmen | Anand Mahindra reacted to Mohammed Siraj's gesture of dedicating his ₹4.15 lakh Player of the Match (POTM) prize money to the ground staff of Colombo by tweeting, "Just one word: CLASS." Mahindra added, "It doesn’t come from your wealth or your background. It comes from within." Siraj bagged 6 wickets for 21 runs against Sri Lanka in Asia Cup final. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Pakistan become world number one ODI team despite India’s Asia Cup victory | Pakistan have become the world number one ODI team despite India defeating Sri Lanka to win Asia Cup 2023 final on Sunday. Pakistan reclaimed the top spot from Australia after South Africa defeated Australia in the fifth ODI in Johannesburg. Pakistan are ahead of India on decimal points. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Full list of Asia Cup 2023 final award winners with cash prize released | India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja won the Catch of the Match award in Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka. He received prize money of $3,000. Mohammed Siraj was named Player of the Match and received $5,000 cash prize. Kuldeep Yadav won Player of the Series award and received $15,000. India won prize money of $150,000 for clinching Asia Cup 2023. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Racing to the Asia Cup Trophy like: RCB on video of Kohli's antics | RCB took to X to share a video of Virat Kohli's antics in Asia Cup match against Bangladesh, referring to Kohli's excitement as an example of India's surge towards Asia Cup 2023 trophy. India beat Sri Lanka by 10 wickets in Asia Cup final after dismissing for 50. Kohli was seen running and making faces while carrying drinks for teammates. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
23-year challenge done right: DC on India dismissing SL for 50 | Reacting to India's triumph by 10 wickets in Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka after dismissing Sri Lanka for 50, DC tweeted, "23-year challenge done right." DC were referring to Sri Lanka dismissing India for 54 in the final of 2000 edition of Champions Trophy, after posting 300-run target. Ex-Sri Lanka opener Sanath Jayasuriya scored 189 in the match. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Pic of groundsmen with ₹41.5-lakh cash prize after Asia Cup final goes viral | A picture of the groundsmen with $50,000 (₹41.5-lakh) cash prize after the Asia Cup 2023 final has gone viral on social media. The Kandy and Colombo groundsmen were rewarded the amount by the Asian Cricket Council and Sri Lanka Cricket. "Real heroes," a fan commented on their viral picture. Another wrote, "Picture of the Asia Cup." | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Yuvraj recalls India getting all out for 54 vs SL, says 'Monkey is finally off our back' | After India bowled Sri Lanka out for 50 and won Asia Cup 2023, Yuvraj Singh recalled how India were once dismissed for 54 by Sri Lanka in 2000. “The monkey is finally off our back...Congratulations boys on a dominating performance in the Asia Cup,” he tweeted. “Looking forward to this form being carried through to the World Cup,” he added. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Defending champions England announce their final squad for ODI World Cup 2023 | Defending champions England have announced their final squad for ODI World Cup 2023. England have included Harry Brook in their 15-man squad, while Jason Roy has been dropped. Roy was included in the interim squad. The squad will be led by Jos Buttler. It also includes Jonny Bairstow, Moeen Ali, Adil Rashid, Ben Stokes and Joe Root, among others. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Said at start that it's strong team: Ganguly on Ind's Asia Cup win | Reacting to India's Asia Cup win against Sri Lanka on Sunday, former India skipper Sourav Ganguly wrote on X, "I said at the start...this is a very strong team...they looked superb throughout." "Well done team India...Rohit Sharma's second Asia Cup title...well done Rohit, Dravid, support staff, selectors and all the team members," he added.
| ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Nightmares, then there's this: Harsha on SL being dismissed for 50 | Reacting to Sri Lanka getting dismissed for 50 in the Asia Cup 2023 final, commentator Harsha Bhogle tweeted, "There are nightmares. And then, there is this for Sri Lanka." "Sri Lanka...failed to apply themselves...We still lack the ability to access the situation and play accordingly...Disappointing end to what could've been an exciting final," read ex-Sri Lanka pacer Lasith Malinga's tweet. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
It was in my destiny today: Siraj on his historic 6/21 spell | Mohammed Siraj, who delivered a historic 6/21 spell during Asia Cup final, said, "Jitna naseeb mein hota hai wahi milta hai, aaj mera naseeb tha (You get what's in your destiny, today it was my destiny)." He added that he "did not chase wickets" during his spell. India defeated Sri Lanka by 10 wickets to win the Asia Cup. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Siraj sprints to stop boundary on own bowling on hat-trick ball, Kohli's reaction viral | Team India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj sprinted to stop boundary on his own bowling on hat-trick ball in his second over against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2023 final. A video has gone viral showing Virat Kohli bursting into laughter. Siraj was also seen laughing while sprinting to the boundary line. He wasn't able to save the boundary. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Siraj dedicates his Player of the Match award to groundsmen, donates cash prize of ₹4.15 lakh | Team India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj dedicated his Player of the Match award following Asia Cup 2023 final in Colombo to the groundsmen. Siraj donated entire cash prize of $5,000 (over ₹4.15 lakh) to the groundsmen. Siraj stated, "They deserve it. If they were not around, this tournament would not have been successful." Siraj took six wickets in the final. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Dravid is blamed when India loses, forgotten when team wins: Dodda | Ex-India cricketer Dodda Ganesh took to X to state that India head coach Rahul Dravid gets blamed when the Indian team loses but gets forgotten in case of wins, following India's Asia Cup triumph. "[That's]...the kind of world we live in...Dravid's the unsung hero of Indian cricket," he added. India defeated Sri Lanka by 10 wickets to win Asia Cup. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Irfan trolls Pakistan, says 'Neighbour's voice not reaching Colombo' | In an apparent dig at Pakistan, ex-India all-rounder Irfan Pathan wrote on X, "Padosi abhi bhi Awaz Karne ki Koshish Kar rahe hai, Lekin Colombo Tak unki Awaaz pahoch nahi rahi hai (Our neighbour is still trying to raise their voice...but it's not reaching Colombo)." His tweet came after India won Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
| ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
India record their fastest win in ODI cricket history | India chased down the 51-run target in 6.1 overs to defeat Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2023 final. It is India's fastest win in ODI cricket history. India won the match with 263 balls remaining. India's previous biggest ODI win in terms of ball remaining came on October 12, 2001, when they beat Kenya with 231 balls remaining. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Destruction and annihilation: Akhtar as India bowl SL out for 50 | Reacting to India dismissing Sri Lanka for 50 in Asia Cup final, Shoaib Akhtar tweeted, "That is destruction & annihilation." "[India] destroyed the Sri Lankan batting lineup," read ex-Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal's tweet. "[It's] embarrassing to say the least," stated former Sri Lankan cricketer Farveez Maharoof on X. Mohammed Siraj picked six wickets, which included four wickets in an over. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Alexa, what is the weather like?: Irfan on Siraj's historic spell | Reacting to Mohammed Siraj's historic spell in Asia Cup final where he became the first Indian to pick four wickets in an over in international cricket, Irfan Pathan tweeted, "Alexa, what's the weather like?" "Alexa: Sorry, the forecast is Siraj's spell - unpredictable!" he added. "Pathetic batting," reacted ex-Pakistan batter Kamran Akmal on Sri Lanka being bowled out for 50. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
India win Asia Cup for record-extending 8th time, break multiple records | India defeated Sri Lanka by 10 wickets to win Asia Cup for a record-extending eighth time across formats. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 50, the lowest-ever ODI total against India. Pacer Mohammed Siraj became the first-ever Indian to take four wickets in an over in international cricket. He also became the joint-quickest bowler to take an ODI five-wicket haul. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Heart crying for opponents for 1st time: Mahindra on Siraj's spell | Talking about Mohammed Siraj who became first Indian to pick four wickets in an over in international cricket during Asia Cup final, Mahindra Group's Chairman Anand Mahindra tweeted, "[I've never]...before felt my heart weep for opponents." "It's as if we've unleashed...supernatural force upon Sri Lanka. Siraj's a Marvel Avenger," he stated. Sri Lanka were reduced to 12/6 at one point. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
India bowl Sri Lanka out for 50, the lowest-ever total in Asia Cup history | India bowled Sri Lanka out for the lowest-ever total in the history of ODI Asia Cup. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 50 in 15.2 overs. Mohammed Siraj picked up six wickets in the match, while Hardik Pandya took three wickets. The previous lowest total in ODI Asia Cup was 87, registered by Bangladesh against Pakistan on June 2, 2000. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Jaffer's 'Ok Google' tweet for Mohammed Siraj goes viral | Ex-India opener Wasim Jaffer praised Mohammed Siraj's spell against Sri Lanka during the Asia Cup 2023 final on Sunday. He wrote on X, "Ok Google, play Mohd Siraj, 'Sorry, Mohd Siraj is unplayable'." Reacting to it, a user wrote, "They cannot play him." Siraj became the first Indian cricketer to take four wickets in an over in international cricket history.
| ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Delhi Police's 'No speed challans for Siraj today' tweet goes viral | After Mohammed Siraj became joint-fastest bowler to take a five-wicket haul in an ODI during Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka, Delhi Police tweeted, "No speed challans for Siraj today." Reacting to the tweet, a fan commented, "Love this sense of duty mixed with humour." Another wrote, "Siraj is on fire." Siraj also took four wickets in an over. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Mohammed Siraj records joint-fastest 5-wicket haul in ODI cricket history | Team India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj on Sunday recorded the joint-fastest five-wicket haul in ODI cricket history. The 29-year-old took 16 balls to take five wickets in the Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka. He equalled former Sri Lanka fast bowler Chaminda Vaas' record. Vaas had taken five wickets in 16 balls against Bangladesh in 2003. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
Ronaldo deceives defender with feint, scores with weaker foot | Cristiano Ronaldo deceived a defender with a feint, going on to score with his weaker foot while representing Al Nassr in Saudi Pro League match against Al Raed. Ronaldo's shot was strong enough to beat a defender who tried deflecting the shot, leaving the goalkeeper in no position to stop the goal. Ronaldo's scored seven goals in six league matches. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Siraj becomes first Indian to take 4 wickets in an over in international cricket history | Pacer Mohammed Siraj has become the first Indian cricketer to take four wickets in an over in international cricket history. The 29-year-old took four wickets in his second over in the ODI Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka. His figures after his first two overs in the match read 2-1-4-4. He also took a wicket in his 3rd over. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Finland beat 32-time Davis Cup champions US, reach maiden quarters | Finland defeated USA, who've won Davis Cup 32 times, by margin of 3-0 to reach the quarter-finals of Davis Cup for first time. Finland's Otto Virtanen saved two match points to beat Mackenzie McDonald 7-6 (5), 1-6, 7-6 (7) while Emil Ruusuvuori recorded a 7-6 (1), 6-4 win against Tommy Paul. "It means a lot...It's a huge thing," said Ruusuvuori. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Virat Kohli gets mobbed by fans at hotel as other players walk by, video goes viral | A video has gone viral showing former Team India captain Virat Kohli getting mobbed by fans at a hotel in Sri Lanka as other players walked by. Fans were seen chanting 'Kohli, Kohli' and getting closer to the cricketer for taking selfies. "Crazy following," a fan commented on the video. Another tweet read, "Kohli's charisma and charm is unmatchable." | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Australia announce their squad for ODIs against India ahead of World Cup | Australia have announced their 18-man squad for the upcoming ODI series against India. The series will be both teams' last bilateral series ahead of the ODI World Cup 2023. The squad will be led by Pat Cummins. It includes Steve Smith, David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne, Tanveer Sangha, Matt Short and Mitchell Starc, among others. | ['sports', 'Asia_Cup_2023'] | 19-09-2023 |
If you can't handle pressure, you can't be in team: Younis on Azam | Following Pakistan's exit from Asia Cup 2023, ex-Pakistan captain Younis Khan spoke about the 'pattern' the side has followed. He said, "In our culture, we think, 'If Babar Azam is...captain, Younis Khan, being...batter of similar stature, can't be vice-captain because it'd put Babar under pressure'." "If you can't handle this pressure, you aren't capable of being in...national team," he added. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |
Nagal helps India draw level 1-1 vs Morocco on Davis Cup's Day 1 | India's top ranked singles player Sumit Nagal helped India draw level 1-1 against Morocco on the opening day of their World Group II match in Davis Cup, by recording a 6-3, 6-3 win against Adam Moundir. Morocco had taken a 1-0 lead after India's Mukund Sasikumar decided to retire due to cramps during his match against Morocco's Yassine Dlimi. | ['sports'] | 19-09-2023 |