Cricket star Virat Kohli and musician Karan Aujla are set to collaborate for an event at Kohli's Delhi restaurant, One8 Commune, on June 21. The announcement, made via a social media post, has generated significant online buzz and fan excitement for the unexpected crossover.
Former England spinner Graeme Swann discusses the speculation surrounding Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's future in elite cricket, noting it's natural for successors to be sought as players age. He highlights 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as a special talent emerging in Indian cricket.
India's road to the 2027 ODI World Cup starts against Afghanistan with key players Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya injured. Coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill face selection dilemmas for the No. 3 batting spot and all-rounder roles, with Ishan Kishan, KL Rahul, and Yashasvi Jaiswal vying for the middle order, and Nitish Kumar Reddy potentially replacing Pandya. The series also serves as a platform to develop new fast bowlers like Prince and Gurnoor.
Injuries to Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya present India's coaching staff with significant selection challenges as they begin their 2027 ODI World Cup campaign against Afghanistan. Key decisions include who will bat at number 3 and who will replace Pandya's all-round capabilities, with several players vying for opportunities.
Rohit Sharma, 39, is facing an audition for his ODI future in the upcoming series against Afghanistan. Despite a strong record, he needs to prove his fitness and form to convince the management he can endure elite cricket demands. Captain Shubman Gill faces a decision on whether to continue with Sharma or pair with Yashasvi Jaiswal.
The first ODI between India and Afghanistan in Dharamsala on Saturday is under threat from rain and thunderstorms. The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for June 12, with a 55% chance of precipitation expected on match day. Key Indian players Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya are already out due to injury.
Former India captain Virat Kohli shared an emotional tribute to Kane Williamson on X after the New Zealand batting great announced his immediate retirement from international cricket. Kohli reflected on their long-standing rivalry and friendship, calling Williamson 'brother' and wishing him the best.
Virat Kohli has been ruled out of India's upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury. The series, which begins on Saturday in Dharamsala, marks the start of India's preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Kohli's absence is a significant blow, especially given his recent strong form in the 50-over format.
Kane Williamson's retirement from international cricket has brought renewed focus to the 10,000-run milestone in Test cricket. He retired with 9,515 runs, just 485 shy of the mark. The article highlights four legendary batters, including Williamson, Virat Kohli, Graeme Smith, and Hashim Amla, who narrowly missed joining this elite club.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 14-year-old Indian cricketer, has made a record-breaking 776 runs in IPL 2026, drawing praise from legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Dale Steyn, who predicts he will surpass Tendulkar and Virat Kohli.
Anil Kumble believes Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's experience will be crucial for India's 2027 ODI World Cup title bid, supporting captain Shubman Gill in high-pressure situations.
Hardik Pandya has suffered a fresh setback with a quadricep strain ruling him out of the upcoming ODIs against Afghanistan. The all-rounder felt discomfort during training in Bengaluru and scans revealed a sprain requiring at least two weeks of recovery.
Virat Kohli has been ranked as India's most valuable celebrity by Fortune India, with a brand value of Rs 3,542 crore. The list, compiled with Interbrand, considers factors like engagement and trust. Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra Jonas follow in the top three.
India's ODI team faces dressing room challenges as Shubman Gill's captaincy struggles and senior player roles remain uncertain ahead of the 2027 World Cup. Head coach Gautam Gambhir needs to assert authority in the ODI format.
Virat Kohli led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to their second consecutive IPL title with an unbeaten 75 off 42 balls in the 2026 final against Gujarat Titans, later sharing an emotional 'HOME' message on social media reflecting on the team's journey and his deep connection with RCB.
Astrologer Greenstone Lobo predicts Virat Kohli's ODI future and India's 2027 World Cup chances, citing astrological alignments over cricketing logic, suggesting Kohli's and Rohit Sharma's presence may hinder India's World Cup win.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, from Bihar, earns maiden India call-up for Ireland and England T20I series after a record-breaking IPL 2026 with 776 runs and 72 sixes, praised by cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill.
Rohit Sharma to undergo fitness assessment, Virat Kohli likely out for 6 weeks due to hamstring injury
Former selector Saba Karim believes Virat Kohli's consistency and fitness secure his 2027 ODI World Cup spot, while Rohit Sharma must improve performance and fitness to make the cut.
Indian wicketkeeper-batter KS Bharat has announced his retirement from international cricket after playing seven Test matches. The 32-year-old shared an emotional message on social media, thanking his family, teammates, and coaches.
India's ODI squad for the Afghanistan series faces potential changes due to fitness issues with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. If they are unavailable, players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Tilak Varma, and Devdutt Padikkal, with strong List A records, are contenders.
Virat Kohli may miss India's ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury sustained during the IPL 2026 final. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate acknowledged his absence would be a significant setback.
Virat Kohli may miss India's ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury sustained during the IPL 2026 final. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate acknowledged his absence would be a significant setback.
Virat Kohli's leadership and work ethic were crucial to Royal Challengers Bengaluru's second consecutive IPL title win in 2026. Teammate Krunal Pandya highlighted Kohli's inspiring hunger to perform and his ability to bounce back from setbacks.
