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Kuldeep Yadav Deletes Fiancée Post Before England Tour

June 16, 2025, 11:29 am

Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav briefly uploaded photos on Instagram with his fiancée Vanshika, only to delete the post shortly after. The post came just days after the couple’s engagement on June 4 in Lucknow, a private ceremony attended by close friends and family, including fellow cricketer Rinku Singh.

Kuldeep Yadav Deletes Fiancée’s Photo Days After Engagement

Vanshika, who works at LIC, is from Shyam Nagar in Lucknow and is a childhood friend of Kuldeep. Though fans were quick to react with joy when the post appeared, it was taken down almost immediately, leading to speculation about the reason. However, neither Kuldeep nor his team has offered any explanation.

The engagement marked a big personal moment for Kuldeep, who is now shifting his focus entirely to cricket. The spinner is gearing up for India’s upcoming Test series in England starting June 20. The couple’s wedding is expected after the tour, likely in November.

Fans Speculate While The Spinner Stays Focused

As India’s only specialist spinner on the England tour, Kuldeep is being eyed as a key figure in the bowling lineup. He has played only one Test match in England so far, where he bowled nine overs. However, with matches scheduled at spin-friendly venues like Birmingham, Lord’s, and The Oval, expectations from him are high.

Speaking about the team’s preparations, Kuldeep shared, “The wickets are looking good for spinners. There was help for seamers early on, but spinners got into the game as it progressed.” His words have fueled hopes that he will play a central role in the five-Test series.

With senior spinner R Ashwin now retired from Test cricket, Kuldeep also addressed how he’s building his chemistry with all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. “Playing alongside Jaddu bhai is an honour. I’m learning a lot from him about field placements, tactics, and bowling to specific batters,” he said.

Even though the deleted post raised eyebrows, it seems Kuldeep’s mind is fully set on his game. Whether or not fans get another glimpse of the couple anytime soon remains to be seen.

KKR Drops a Twist in Kuldeep-Rinku Slap Saga—Fans Left Divided | Watch

April 30, 2025, 6:45 pm

A post-game exchange between Rinku Singh and Kuldeep Yadav after Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) 14-run win over Delhi Capitals (DC) went viral due to reasons unrelated to the quality of the clip. A short video clip started doing the rounds where Kuldeep slapped Rinku twice around the boundary edge while they engaged in banter.

Laughter greeted the first slap but the second made Rinku’s expression shift visibly—trigging disparate reactions on all social media outlets.

KKR Reacts to Social Media Furore

To put the rumors to rest, KKR immediately posted a new video on social media with both Kuldeep and Rinku. They released the video to clarify the relationship between them and eliminate rumors of any feud.

Media (???????) vs (?????? ?? ????? ??) Reality!

????? ????? feat. our talented UP boys ? pic.twitter.com/2fY749CSXf

— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) April 30, 2025

In the release, KKR used the term “reality between friends” to describe the instant, highlighting the friendship the duo enjoys. Both Kuldeep and Rinku are from Uttar Pradesh and have been playing together in domestic leagues for a long time, and were part of the Indian team structure. The two being friends, as per the franchise, was a sign of trust and familiarity between them.

Fans Split on Interpretation

The initial video was silent, and the silence only served to increase the mystery. While some users were defending Kuldeep’s behavior as that of a protective brother, others questioned the decency of the gesture, particularly considering Rinku looked visibly upset after the second slap.

KKR’s second video, which featured both players smiling and making light of the situation, seemed to assuage the backlash. The franchise quickly responded to reassure everyone that the episode was light-hearted and had been misinterpreted.

KKR Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive

On the field, elsewhere, Kolkata Knight Riders put on a solid display at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Batting first, KKR put up an intimidating 204/9 with youngster Angkrish Raghuvanshi scoring 44 and Rinku Singh with a vital 36 off 25 balls.

DC responded with contributions from Faf du Plessis (62) and Axar Patel (43), but KKR’s bowlers, spearheaded by Sunil Narine’s 3/29 and Varun Chakravarthy, limited them to 190/9.

The victory took KKR to nine points, keeping the playoff hopes alive for IPL 2025, while DC is still in the top four with 12 points.

Why Did Kuldeep Yadav Slap Rinku Singh After KKR Beat DC in IPL? | Watch

April 30, 2025, 10:42 am

In a post-match incident, Delhi Capitals (DC) spinner Kuldeep Yadav was spotted slapping Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Rinku Singh after their IPL 2025 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday. The act, which was caught on camera, soon went viral on the internet as fans relished the friendship between the two Uttar Pradesh cricketers.

Slap-Kalesh: Kuldeep Yadav slapped Rinku Singh Twice

The slap-kalesh exchange happened during the usual player interaction after the game. Although they played for opposing teams, Kuldeep and Rinku have been friends for a long time, and their teams haven’t issued any statement on this slap; rather, it was a friendly cheering slap or something is going wrong between them.

Yo kuldeep watch it pic.twitter.com/z2gp4PK3OY

— irate lobster? (@rajadityax) April 29, 2025

While looking at the video, the first slap was looking a friendly slap and Rinku Singh also smiling but things turned dark after this when Kuldeep Yadav slapped him again. The reaction after the second slap was not a good one by Rinku Singh.

KKR Win 14-Run to Remain in Contention

In the field, the game was a high-scoring thriller. Asked to bat first, KKR scored a strong 204 for 9 due to vital inputs from Angkrish Raghuvanshi (44) and Rinku Singh (36), who established a solid 61-run partnership. Rinku Singh unleashed a powerful attack against Kuldeep Yadav, hitting two boundaries and a six in a 17-run over, to take KKR past the 150-run mark.

Even though the momentum was lost as Raghuvanshi and Rinku left in rapid succession, Andre Russell provided important runs at the death with two fours and a six. Mitchell Starc’s last over theatrics, where he claimed two wickets, took KKR to the 200-run mark.

DC’s Late Surge Falls Short

Pursuing 205, Delhi Capitals came up short even as Faf du Plessis (62), Axar Patel (43), and Vipraj Nigam (38) put in hard work. KKR bowlers, spearheaded by Sunil Narine (3/29), kept their cool and limited the Capitals to 190/9.

The victory took KKR to nine points, keeping them in the playoffs race while DC stayed in the top four with 12 points.

“Stumps Ke Peeche Kyu Nahi Aata?” Rohit Sharma Fumes at Kuldeep Yadav Over Missed Run Out

March 9, 2025, 7:29 pm

Kuldeep Yadav was on the receiving end of India skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s anger after he missed a vital run-out chance in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand in Dubai. It happened in the 41st over of New Zealand’s innings when Michael Bracewell tried to take a rapid single by pushing Kuldeep’s delivery towards point.

Ravindra Jadeja, with his laser-like accuracy, surprisingly missed the stumps at the non-striker’s end. Bracewell was short of his crease nonetheless, and a straightforward backup by Kuldeep Yadav would have given India a crucial wicket. Instead, Kuldeep did not back up behind the stumps, losing his team a precious dismissal.

Rohit and Kohli Show Anger Over Erratic Mistake of Kuldeep Yadav

This was the second time in consecutive games that Kuldeep had fluffed a chance of this nature. In India’s semi-final encounter against Australia, a similar scenario had emerged when Steve Smith had tried a single off Kuldeep’s delivery. Kohli, who was at mid-wicket, picked up the ball quickly and fired in a powerful throw towards the stumps, but Kuldeep moved out of the way instead of going for a run-out.

In the last game, Rohit was irked with the lack of reaction from Kuldeep. A video that went viral on social media showed Rohit’s irritation when he questioned the spinner’s place, stating, “Stumps ke peeche kyu nahi aata hai? (Why don’t you get behind the stumps?).” Kohli too looked angry, reminding his team of the earlier error on the part of Kuldeep during the semi-final.

Kuldeep missed the opportunity to run out..
Rohit Sharma: stump pe kyu nhi aata ha tu…??#INDvsNZ | #ChampionsTrophyFinal #ChampionsTrophy2025 #ViratKohli #SSMB29 #TeamIndia #kuldeepyadav #RachinRavindra #VarunChakaravarthy #KaneWilliamson #RohitSharma pic.twitter.com/NZAxNZxEE0

— HARSH VARDHAN (@HARSHUPAL590618) March 9, 2025

India Needs 252 to Win the Champions Trophy

Though the chance was lost, India’s bowlers made a great effort, limiting New Zealand to 251/7 in their 50 overs. Daryl Mitchell scored the most for the BlackCaps with 63 from 101 balls, and Michael Bracewell’s unbeaten 53 gave the finishing touches. The efforts of Rachin Ravindra (37) and Glenn Phillips (34) took New Zealand to a fighting total.

Kuldeep and Varun Chakravarthy were the star bowlers for India, taking two wickets each. Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami also contributed a wicket each so that the Kiwis could not put up a daunting target.

India requires 252 runs to win the Champions Trophy 2025. The Men in Blue, with their robust batting lineup, spearheaded by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, will be keen to run down the target and hoist the coveted trophy.

Champions Trophy Final: Kuldeep, Chakaravarthy Shine as India Restrict New Zealand to 251/7

March 9, 2025, 6:58 pm

Michael Bracewell played a top-order show in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 final against India, making an unbeaten 53 that assisted New Zealand in reaching a competitive score of 251/7 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. His 40-ball stay, studded with three boundaries and two sixes, brought the much-needed zip during the death overs for the BlackCaps.

Bracewell’s late attack on Indian pacers Mohammed Shami and Hardik Pandya was decisive in helping New Zealand reach the 250-run mark. His aggressive style in the last overs of the innings helped the Kiwis get out of a mid-innings lull, providing a target that their bowlers could defend.

Middle-Order Resistance of New Zealand

Bracewell was instrumental in steadying the innings, coming up with a key 46-run sixth-wicket stand with Daryl Mitchell. Mitchell top-scored for New Zealand with 63 from 101 deliveries, offering an anchor at one end but failing to push the strike rate high. His knock, while useful, saw him get out to a lot of dot balls, placing pressure on the batting partners.

New Zealand started well with Rachin Ravindra and Will Young contributing a 57-run opening partnership. But the Indian spinners took charge soon, cutting down the run flow and claiming vital wickets in the middle overs.

Indian Spinners Dominate with Five Wickets

India’s spinners were the ones who put the brakes on New Zealand’s scoring. Varun Chakaravarthy, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Ravindra Jadeja, the quartet of Indian spinners, took five wickets between them and kept a tight leash on the game.

Kuldeep Yadav proved to be the bowlers’ choice, collecting 2/40. He had a massive impact by taking out both Rachin Ravindra and New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson, arresting the rhythm of the Kiwi innings. Varun Chakaravarthy also had an impressive performance, taking two wickets, including the game-changing wickets of Will Young and Glenn Phillips.

Indian Pacers Leak Runs, Spinners Take Charge

As the Indian spinners kept the opposition under wraps, the seamers could not stem the flow of runs. Mohammed Shami and Hardik Pandya conceded 104 runs off a mere 12 overs in their partnership. Compared to this, the spinners bowled 38 overs and conceded only 144 runs while securing five wickets.

With 251/7, New Zealand posed a fascinating challenge for India’s batting order. The Mitchell Santner-led team will now depend on their spin unit, comprising Bracewell, Glenn Phillips, and Rachin Ravindra, to limit India and defend their score in the high-pressure final.

Rohit Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav Enjoy Indian Street Food in Dubai Ahead of India vs Pak

February 23, 2025, 2:51 pm

Before the much-awaited India-Pakistan match in the ICC Champions Trophy, Rohit Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav were seen relishing Indian street food in Dubai. On February 22, the duo was seen at Raju Omlet, an Indian street food restaurant, where there was a huge turnout of people eager to see the cricketers.

The game, played in Dubai after India refused to go to Pakistan for the tournament, is a big event because of the current political tensions between the two countries. India and Pakistan only face each other in multi-nation tournaments, so these games are a much-awaited spectacle for both sets of fans.

A video that went viral, posted by the official Instagram handle of Raju Omlet, features Rohit and Kuldeep having a meal at the restaurant. The video titled, “And there he is… the Hitman… enjoying a winning meal. Rohit Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav at Raju Omlet – now that’s an egg-stra special sight,” has already gained thousands of views.

Take a look:

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The clip shows a big crowd of people gathered outside the restaurant, and many of them attempting to take a picture with the India skipper. Raju Omlet, which is famous for its numerous egg dishes, is owned by Nakul Meherish and was started on a trip to India where Meherish’s father chanced upon an egg cart.

Watch: Rishabh Pant’s Playfully Pokes Fingers In Kuldeep Yadav’s Helmet

September 8, 2024, 10:01 am

Team India cricketers Rishabh Pant and Kuldeep Yadav stole the spotlight during Day 3 of the Duleep Trophy match in Bengaluru with a hilarious on-field moment. The playful incident occurred after India A spinner Kuldeep Yadav came out to bat, and India B’s Rishabh Pant, his teammate from both India and Delhi Capitals (DC), decided to have some fun at his expense.

Pant’s Playful Sledging Goes Viral

As Kuldeep Yadav walked towards the crease to take guard, Rishabh Pant was seen teasing him by putting his fingers inside Kuldeep’s helmet and pulling on his hand and jersey. This light-hearted sledging was captured on camera and quickly went viral on social media, adding a touch of humor to the intense cricket match.

WATCH THE VIRAL VIDEO:

Rishab Pant and Kuldeep? Behind the-scene.
DC blood.#DuleepTrophy #rishabhpant #Kuldeep
pic.twitter.com/3dxewIrl3T

— Sa HiB (LQ) (@SaHib__143) September 7, 2024

Match Update: Pant’s Quickfire Half-Century

On the cricket front, India A were dismissed for 231 runs, handing India B a 90-run lead after the latter posted 321 runs in the first innings. Kuldeep contributed a solitary run to India A’s total. In the second innings, Pant, who managed just seven runs in his first outing, made a strong comeback with a quickfire half-century off just 34 balls. His explosive knock included seven boundaries and a six, putting India B in a commanding position.

Musheer Khan Shines for India B

India B’s Musheer Khan played a crucial role in his team’s first-innings total, scoring a magnificent 181 off 373 balls. His impressive knock, spanning over 484 minutes at the crease, was marked by exceptional timing and confidence. Khan’s innings ended when he was caught by Riyan Parag off Kuldeep Yadav’s bowling in the second over after lunch on Day 2.

Key Performers for India A

For India A, KL Rahul top-scored with 37, while Mayank Agarwal added 36 runs. Captain Shubman Gill could only manage 25, and Riyan Parag contributed 32 runs. Despite solid starts, India A couldn’t match India B’s total, falling behind by 90 runs.

Musheer Khan’s Resilience and Support from Saini

Musheer Khan, who resumed his innings on Day 2 at 105 not out, continued to dominate the India A bowlers. He added 76 more runs before being dismissed, while his batting partner Saini also reached his second First-Class fifty, providing valuable support during their partnership.

While the match had its share of serious cricket, the camaraderie between Rishabh Pant and Kuldeep showcased the lighter side of the game, with their hilarious interaction bringing smiles to cricket fans around the world.

Kuldeep Yadav Remarks On ‘Future Wife’s Duties’ Sparks Anger amongst Youth

July 11, 2024, 2:49 pm

The discussion surrounding the responsibilities of a wife within a traditional Indian home has persisted for a long time. Continuously, we are prompted that overseeing a household should not solely fall on a woman’s shoulders. This topic resurfaced vigorously following cricketer Kuldeep Yadav after he shared his desire of wanting a wife who can take care of him and his family. This surprised a lot of fans because they didn’t expect such an old-fashioned idea from a modern sport star.

After winning the T20 World Cup 2024, Kuldeep Yadav talked about his marriage intentions in an interview held on Wednesday, stating that his future partner would not be from Bollywood. He mentioned, “You’ll get good news soon, but she won’t be an actress. It’s crucial that she can look after me and my family.” This statement caused a backlash on social media, as Indian users criticized him for his traditional perspectives.

WATCH | Rohit Sharma’s Victory Walk Planned By This Cricketer

June 30, 2024, 12:35 pm

India clinched their second T20 World Cup title in a thrilling encounter against South Africa in Barbados. Virat Kohli’s commanding 76 and Axar Patel’s vital 47 set up a challenging total of 176 for 7. Hardik Pandya’s decisive 3-wicket haul, including the crucial dismissal of Heinrich Klaasen, and Suryakumar Yadav’s exceptional catch to remove David Miller were pivotal in defending the total. The match reached a dramatic conclusion as India held their nerve to secure victory by seven runs, ending a 17-year wait for another T20 World Cup triumph.

Rohit Sharma’s Iconic Trophy Moment: Watch Here

That celebration of Rohit Sharma was planned by Kuldeep Yadav. ?❤️pic.twitter.com/iAotuOuXBV

— Aryan ?? (@Iconic_Hitman) June 29, 2024

Following the tense victory, Rohit Sharma’s iconic walk up to receive the T20 World Cup trophy drew comparisons to Lionel Messi’s legendary demeanor. It was revealed that spinner Kuldeep Yadav had planned and demonstrated the approach to Rohit, highlighting the camaraderie and strategic preparation within the Indian team. This victory not only marks India’s first ICC title in 11 years, since the 2013 Champions Trophy, but also signifies a momentous achievement for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who announced their retirement from T20Is after the historic win.

India vs England Semi Final, T20 World Cup: Can ‘Kuldeep Yadav Factor’ Propel India to the Final?

June 27, 2024, 8:51 pm

Veteran India leg-spinner Piyush Chawla believes that left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav is in prime form and poised to make a significant impact in India’s T20 World Cup semifinal clash against England at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on Thursday night. After missing the Group A matches due to pace-friendly conditions in New York, Kuldeep has emerged as a key player in the Super Eights, claiming seven wickets at an average of 10.71 and an economy rate of just 6.25 in the Caribbean.

With Guyana’s pitch expected to assist spinners, Kuldeep’s ability to vary his pace, use the crease effectively, and bamboozle batters with his subtle variations makes him a crucial asset for India. Chawla highlighted Kuldeep’s resurgence as one of the greatest comebacks in Indian cricket, noting his unorthodox left-arm wrist spin and deceptive variations as potential game-changers in the middle overs.

Kuldeep has a solid track record against England, including memorable performances like his six-wicket haul in the Nottingham ODI and a five-wicket haul in the Manchester T20I in 2018. More recently, he took a five-fer in the final Test at Dharamshala during a series win against England. He also has a good record against England captain Jos Buttler, having dismissed him three times in T20s, including during the IPL 2024 when he trapped Buttler lbw on a reverse-sweep.

Chawla emphasized Kuldeep’s importance in disrupting England’s aggressive batting approach in the semi-final, predicting that his current form and confidence make him a significant threat capable of making the middle overs challenging for England’s batsmen.

On the other side, England’s leg-spinner Adil Rashid is expected to play a pivotal role in controlling the middle overs. In the 2022 T20 World Cup semi-final against India, Rashid’s spell of 1-20 in four overs, including dismissing an in-form Suryakumar Yadav, was instrumental in England’s ten-wicket victory. Rashid has continued to be effective in the ongoing tournament, picking up nine wickets with his precise control over pace and variations.

Chawla noted that Rashid’s ability to maintain discipline, apply pressure, and break partnerships in the middle overs will be crucial for England. His knack for delivering impactful spells that control the run flow and provide timely breakthroughs could be key to England’s success against India.

As the two teams prepare for this highly anticipated semi-final clash, the performances of Kuldeep Yadav and Adil Rashid in the middle overs could be decisive in determining the outcome of the match.

T20 World Cup: Rohit Sharma’s Light-hearted ‘Aada Maarne De’ Moment With Kuldeep Yadav ,Viral Video

June 23, 2024, 8:11 am

India maintained their unbeaten run in the ongoing T20 World Cup as they secured a commanding victory over Bangladesh in a Super 8 match on Saturday. Opting to bat first, India set a formidable target of 196/5, propelled by vice-captain Hardik Pandya’s impressive half-century. In response, a strong bowling performance, highlighted by Kuldeep Yadav’s three-wicket haul, restricted Bangladesh to 146/8, securing India a convincing win by 50 runs.

During the match, skipper Rohit Sharma entertained fans with a light-hearted moment when he humorously instructed Kuldeep Yadav during his bowling spell. Rohit’s on-field comment, “Aada maarne de na,” referring to allowing the batsman to play freely after a dismissal, quickly became a viral sensation on social media.

Reflecting on the team’s performance in T20 World Cup, Rohit Sharma emphasized the importance of collective contributions from all players and praised the squad’s adaptability to the conditions. “We played really well and adapted to the conditions. All eight batters need to play their role, and we saw one guy get 50 and we got 197,” Rohit remarked after the match.

With this victory, India sets their sights on their next challenge against Australia in the T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match scheduled for Monday. The team remains focused on maintaining their winning momentum as they progress through the tournament.

Kuldeep Yadav Expresses Sole Dream: Winning The World Cup On DC Cafe

June 5, 2024, 5:10 pm

Delhi Capitals’ spinner Kuldeep Yadav, currently part of India’s ICC T20 World Cup squad, shared insights on his journey, World Cup dreams, and life beyond cricket in a recent conversation on DC Cafe’s second episode.

Episode 2 of the DC Cafe

Ponting, Pant, and Watson’s Role in Kuldeep’s Revival
The wrist-spinner revealed how he emerged as Kuldeep 2.0. He said, “I never thought I’d change drastically over the last couple of years. When I joined DC in 2022, I did come in with changed skills, but I needed that confidence. I still remember when I met Ricky on the first day, he hugged me properly and said, we wanted to have you in our team. I know your skills. Don’t worry about anything, and I will ensure you play all the games. So, Ponting helped me gain confidence, he used to give me ideas in training sessions. Rishabh as well, he is my brother, has always trusted me, and gave me full support.”

He further added, “However, I worked a lot with Watson. I bonded strongly with him; I used to share everything, even when I wasn’t playing well. I used to talk for hours with him in his room during the IPL (2022/2023). He used to ask me about everything I was uncomfortable with, and I used to open up freely to him. He has played a big role in this. I still have notes from those conversations on my phone, and I rewind those before I play matches. I share an excellent bond with him. He has played a huge role in my revival.”

World Cup Ambitions and Future Aspirations

As India gears up for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, the 29-year-old said, “It’s my dream to win the World Cup for India. This is my first T20 World Cup. I’m 29 years old and expect to play for as long as possible. Winning the World Cup is a long-term goal, and there’s a bigger process behind it. If you’re playing for India for a long time, you’ve got to win a World Cup. I think trophies do matter in the end, and you’re playing to win the trophies. So winning the World Cup is my only dream.”

“Beyond cricket, I’m hopeful of getting a license in football coaching. I’m not perfect, but I need to work on it a lot. Hopefully, when I leave cricket, I can invest time in it and take proper training. I’ve got friends who are associated with the game, and after cricket, if I want to do something, I would certainly like to contribute to football,” he added.

Bond with Ashwin and Jadeja

Speaking about his bond with India’s spin duo of Ashwin and Jadeja, Kuldeep stated, “My friendship with Jaddu bhai is straightforward; we talk less about cricket. However, with Ash bhai, we talk a lot about the game. He brings in a lot of new ideas about bowling. Earlier, I didn’t use to try new things, but Ash bhai pushes me to try new things.”

“India has an edge over New Zealand”: Former cricketer Chandu Borde ahead of semifinal clash

November 15, 2023, 11:23 am

In the ICC Cricket World Cup semifinal match in Mumbai, former Indian cricketer Chandu Borde stated on Tuesday that India appears to be a well-rounded team and has an advantage over New Zealand thanks to its all-around performance in the league stage.
Borde also mentioned that India will benefit from their high level of confidence, support from their home audience, and awareness of their living conditions.
“Making it to the semifinals is an accomplishment. Each team will aim to make it to the championship game. We anticipate excellent cricket. The way the boys are playing, as seen from an Indian perspective, is with confidence. The group has very high standards for you. Because cricket is so popular in India, people will support them.

Because of their superior all-around performance, India seems to have an advantage over New Zealand, but in ODI cricket, you cannot afford to get comfortable,” Borde told ANI.
At Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday, India and New Zealand will play in the first semifinal of the ICC Cricket World Cup. India will be hoping to overcome the knockout stage, which has prevented them from winning a major ICC title since 2013, and that too against a team that has caused them the most problems in crucial games, while the Kiwis will be hoping to make it to their third consecutive World Cup final after 2015 and 2019.

“The confidence level of the team is high, they are used to the conditions, they are backed by people at home and it has given them confidence, these three factors will be a plus for India and help them do well,” said the former player.
Borde predicted that the toss would be a significant factor in the game. Borde stated that it is preferable to bat first in the evening due to the dew factor and lights.
“I believe toss will be quite influential. The dew factor comes into play in the evening. And there are lights. Thus, it is preferable to bat first and score highly.

One thing that I enjoy about Shubman and Rohit is how aggressively and confidently they start games for the team. Other players’ confidence also increases. Remember, though, that NZ has done well against us. We must not take them for granted. NZ has performed well and advanced to the semifinals. They defeated us once, Borde remarked.
“The atmosphere gets heavier in the evening and helps bowlers a little bit. A major component will be to score well,” he continued.The way India’s middle-order batsmen, Shreyas Iyer (421 runs) and KL Rahul (347 runs), are batting is another plus, according to Borde.
The way KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer are playing is also a plus. India is a fully formed team. Whether in batting or bowling,” he remarked.

Borde spoke about his favorite ODI batsman on the current Indian team. “Favourite ODI batter is difficult to decide as all are playing well, be it Rohit, Virat, Gill, Iyer, KL etc.”
The Indian team consists of the following players: Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Ravichandran Ashwin, Ishan Kishan, Prasidh Krishna, Suryakumar Yadav, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, and Rohit Sharma (captain).
The following players represent New Zealand: Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitch Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Will Young, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, and Kane Williamson (captain).

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Suryakumar and Kuldeep Yadav visit Ujjain temple praying for Rishabh Pant

January 24, 2023, 2:39 pm

A few Indian cricket team members, who are in Madhya Pradesh for the third and final ODI against New Zealand, on Monday morning visited Ujjain’s famed Mahakaleswar temple and offered prayers.

The players, Suryakumar Yadav, Kuldeep Yadav, and Washington Sundar reached Mahakal temple with the staff of the Indian cricket team early Monday morning. Star batter of India Suryakumar Yadav said that they prayed to Mahakal for the speedy recovery of their teammate Rishabh Pant.

Pant was involved in a car crash on December 30 and suffered a number of serious injuries, however, he is making good progress with his recovery. “We prayed for the speedy recovery of Rishabh Pant. His comeback is very important to us. We have already won the series against New Zealand, looking forward to the final match against them,” Suryakumar Yadav told ANI.

The players and the staff also participated in the ‘Bhasma Aarti’ of Lord Shiva that was performed in the early morning hours at the temple. The players wore traditional attire – dhoti and angavastram – while posing with the staff of the Indian cricket team.

Team India will play the third and final match of the ODI series against New Zealand on Tuesday in Indore at the Holkar Stadium. India secured a comprehensive eight-wicket win against New Zealand in the second ODI to secure their seventh consecutive ODI series at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur on Saturday.