Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:48pm on 01 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Following India's triumphant T20 World Cup victory over South Africa, Rohit Sharma took to social media for the first time since the win to express his heartfelt emotions. Sharing a poignant post, Sharma reflected on the significance of the moment, unable to find adequate words to capture his feelings. The post, which included a photo of him at Kensington Oval, symbolized the culmination of years of perseverance and dedication. Sharma, who also announced his retirement from T20 Internationals, conveyed gratitude for the support and celebrated the achievement that meant a dream come true for millions of Indian cricket fans.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:54am on 01 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah has confirmed that VVS Laxman will lead Team India as head coach on the Zimbabwe tour, with a new head coach set to take over from the Sri Lanka series later this month. The Cricket Advisory Committee has shortlisted two candidates for the position, with Gautam Gambhir and WV Raman reportedly among the finalists. Shah emphasized that the new appointments for both head coach and selector will be announced soon. This transition follows Rahul Dravid’s extended tenure, which concluded after the T20 World Cup.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:55am on 01 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Spain bounced back from an early own-goal to defeat Georgia 4-1 and secure a spot in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals. After conceding an unexpected lead, Spain equalized through Rodri and took control with goals from Fabin Ruiz, Nico Williams, and Dani Olmo. Georgia, despite a valiant effort and standout performance by goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, saw their impressive tournament run come to an end. Spain will now face host nation Germany in the quarterfinals, continuing their quest for Euro glory.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:20am on 01 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Team India, recently crowned T20 World Cup champions, are confined to their Barbados hotel due to Hurricane Beryl forcing the closure of the island's airport. The Category 4 storm, upgraded from Category 3, is expected to make landfall soon, prompting a curfew-like situation with no outdoor movement allowed. Meteorological forecasts predict severe consequences, including heavy rain and strong winds exceeding 130 mph. The Indian cricket team faces uncertainty regarding travel plans amidst the escalating weather conditions.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:45am on 01 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Virat Kohli, emotional after leading India to T20 World Cup victory, announced his retirement from T20 international cricket, stating, "This was my last T20 World Cup and this is what we wanted to achieve." In a heartfelt Instagram post, Kohli expressed gratitude to his wife Anushka Sharma, emphasizing, "None of this would remotely be possible without you my love." Anushka, celebrating India's win, shared their daughter's concern for crying players and praised the team's achievement. Kohli's retirement decision follows achieving his career goal, marking a poignant end to his T20I journey.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:24am on 01 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
India clinched the T20 World Cup 2024 with a thrilling 7-run victory over South Africa at Kensington Oval, Barbados. This historic win, marking India's second T20 World Cup title, saw a nail-biting finale where crucial wickets by Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah turned the game around. Australian cricketer David Warner's heartfelt Instagram story celebrating India's triumph went viral, capturing global attention and congratulating Rohit Sharma and his team for their undefeated run.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:26pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports
England advanced to the Euro 2024 quarter-finals with a thrilling 2-1 extra-time victory over Slovakia, thanks to Jude Bellingham’s stunning 95th-minute overhead kick and Harry Kane’s decisive header. Despite a poor performance, Bellingham’s intervention saved Gareth Southgate’s team from an early exit. Slovakia initially led with Ivan Schranz’s goal, exposing England's defensive flaws. However, Bellingham’s spectacular goal shifted momentum, and Kane's follow-up sealed the win. England now prepares to face Switzerland, with Southgate under pressure to resolve tactical issues before the next challenge.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:54pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports
India's T20 World Cup 2024 victory celebrations might be delayed as the team is likely to be stranded in Barbados due to the imminent arrival of Hurricane Beryl. Expected to make landfall on Monday morning, the hurricane could disrupt travel plans, postponing the team's return to India where grand celebrations are planned. The Indian cricket team secured their triumph on June 29, but the potential delay due to adverse weather conditions has cast uncertainty over their departure from the Caribbean island.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:55pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports
The T20 World Cup final, where India clinched victory over South Africa, brought South Asian community including Indians worldwide together in celebration. In Britain, areas like Wembley and Harrow in London saw streets and homes come to a standstill as predominantly Indian families gathered to watch. Global cities, including New York, experienced similar scenes with large communal screens. Remitly’s sponsorship on Sky led to significant brand visibility among South Asian viewers, especially Indians. Sky Media UK’s advertisers like Madhus, Star Tours, and Tilda saw heightened engagement. The final, aired in pubs, restaurants, and community centers, reached over 50% of Indian TV households in the UK.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:16pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports
Chef Manu Chandra shared a rare photo of Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli from her recent birthday celebrations, marking India's T20 World Cup triumph. The couple, known for their private life, appeared joyful in the snapshot. Anushka, clad in a purple shirt and jeans, smiled warmly, while Virat exuded casual charm. Manu Chandra, on Instagram, praised Virat's stellar career and India's cricket team. Anushka also expressed pride in Virat's achievements post-retirement announcement from T20s. Married since 2017, they share two children. Anushka's upcoming film, "Chakda Xpress," focuses on cricketer Jhulan Goswami's life.