‘It was just a generic tweet ..not body shaming’: Shama Mohamed defends her post after backlash over ‘Rohit Sharma is fat’ comment | Cricket News – The Times of India

Rohit Sharma and Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed found herself at the center of a social media storm after her comments on India captain Rohit Sharma’s weight sparked widespread backlash. Facing criticism from former cricketers, BJP leaders, and even her own party, Mohamed later defended her remarks, insisting they were not meant…

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TOISA 2024: D Gukesh, Manu Bhaker bag top honours in celebration of sporting excellence – The Times of India

Manu Bhaker and D Gukesh (TOISA Photo) Lucknow: The Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2024, held in Lucknow on February 22, recognised the outstanding contributions of athletes and mentors in India’s sporting landscape. The event saw a celebration of excellence across various categories, with prestigious awards bestowed on individuals and organisations who have made…

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Team without borders: The all-time India-Pakistan ODI dream XI | Cricket News – The Times of India

Wasim Akram and Sachin Tendulkar during an India-Pakistan ODI at The Adelaide Oval, Australia on January 25, 2000. (Jack Atley/ALLSPORT/Getty Images) Once upon a time, cobbling up your own combined India-Pakistan XIs over long afternoons used to be standard practice for cricket fans. That was the era of fierce cross-border rivalries, when the two teams…

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Kapil Dev on Jasprit Bumrah’s absence: ‘Why talk about someone who … ?’ | Cricket News – The Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev on Friday voiced concern over the growing number of injuries among Indian cricketers, blaming the demanding schedule that keeps players on the field for nearly 10 months a year. He pointed out that the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru has become more of a…

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‘Kapil Dev bhi janta hai woh crack hai’: Former Indian cricketer reacts to Yograj Singh’s ‘bullet’ statement | Cricket News – Times of India

Yograj Singh and Kapil Dev (Photo Credits: X) NEW DELHI: With his witty remarks, former Indian cricketer Surinder Khanna added a humorous twist to the ongoing controversy surrounding Yograj Singh’s startling comments about Indian cricket legend Kapil Dev. Addressing a query regarding the matter, Khanna remarked, “He says anything, he’s our friend. Even Kapil Dev…

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‘Kaun hai yeh?’: Kapil Dev responds with humour to Yograj Singh’s ‘want to put a bullet’ comments | Off the field News – Times of India

Yograj Singh and Kapil Dev NEW DELHI: Indian cricket legend Kapil Dev chose to respond with humour and restraint when asked about recent comments made by Yograj Singh, father of former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh. Yograj, known for his controversial remarks, made startling claims during a podcast, revealing that he once went to Kapil’s house…

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‘They will call it off’: Kapil Dev on Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma retirement buzz | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma, left, and Virat Kohli. (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Former India captain and 1983 World Cup-winner Kapil Dev has shared his thoughts on the ongoing retirement buzz surrounding Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Addressing the media on the sidelines of a press conference organised by the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) at Delhi…

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‘Don’t compare me with Jasprit Bumrah’: Kapil Dev gives verdict on workload management | Cricket News – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Weighing in on Team India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah’s workload concerns, legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev on Monday stressed the futility of comparing players from different eras. Speaking on the sidelines of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) press conference, the former Indian skipper, also the president of…

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Yograj Singh says he went to Kapil Dev’s house with pistol and told him, ‘I want to put bullet through your head’ | Cricket News – Times of India

Yograj Singh (Photo credit: X) NEW DELHI: Known for making controversial remarks, Yograj Singh, father of Yuvraj Singh recently made a shocking revelation, saying he once went to Kapil Dev‘s house with a pistol to kill him. Yograj said that he did so after the 1983 World Cup winner dropped him from the Indian team.Yograj,…

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EXCLUSIVE | ‘Fit’ Jasprit Bumrah would have done a Kapil Dev in SCG Test: Ex-cricketer | Cricket News – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Hampered by a back spasm, Jasprit Bumrah must have been itching to take the field and rattle the Australian batters. He sat visibly frustrated in the dugout as Australia chased down 162 runs on a challenging pitch at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground.When Beau Webster stepped down the track…

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