Month: May 2025

[ad_1] The beloved cricketer Virat Kohli goes by many names. King Kohli is one of the names that the cricket fans chant as soon as he touches the ground. However, his most loved nickname that his fans can never get enough of is - ‘Chiku.’ Interestingly, there is a very sweet story behind this fruity name of the cricketer, which he once revealed during his conversation with Bollywood’s perfectionist Aamir Khan.A couple of years back, when Aamir and Virat sat together, they spoke on several topics, one of which was about Kohli’s sweet nickname. While speaking to Aamir, Virat shared, “Ab log mujhe aise Chiku bulate hain jaise padoos mein rehte ho (People call me Chiku with so much comfort as if I am their neighbour.”When Virat Kohli blamed MS DhoniIn the same conversation, Virat shared, “Mr MS Dhoni ke […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The Ajit Agarkar-led India men's senior selection committee is likely to pick the squad for India tour of England in the second week of May and a lot of debate and deliberation is already underway as far as captaincy for the five-Test series is concerned. Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah were the captain and vice-captain, respectively, during the tour of Australia in December-January but the combination is highly unlikely to continue in England.In Australia, Rohit's returns were far from ideal - 31 runs in three Tests - and he didn't feature in the last Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Bumrah led in his absence but went on to miss a lot of cricket after that due to a back injury.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Those in the know say the Board […]

[ad_1] File photo of former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar. (Image: X) Former Pakistani cricketers, including World Cup-winner Javed Miandad and Basit Ali, have strongly reacted to Sunil Gavaskar's recent comments suggesting Pakistan's likely absence from the upcoming Asia Cup co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka due to political tensions between the nations.The situation has escalated following a deadly attack on tourists in Kashmir that resulted in 26 casualties, with India accusing Pakistan of supporting terrorists. In the aftermath, India have suspended the Indus Water Treaty and indicated potential retaliatory measures.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Gavaskar pointed out on a news channel that the BCCI typically follows the Indian government's guidance, implying that current political tensions might prevent Pakistan's participation in the tournament."I can't believe Sunny bhai said this," Miandad told Telecomasia.net, reflecting on their long-standing friendship. […]

[ad_1] Lucknow Super Giants' captain Rishabh Pant reacts as he walks off the field after his dismissal. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: As Rishabh Pant's dismal IPL 2025 campaign continued with yet another low score, former India opener Virender Sehwag has offered the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper some heartfelt advice — reconnect with his old self and consider speaking to his mentor and idol, MS Dhoni, to regain clarity and confidence.Pant, who managed just 18 off 17 balls in a steep 237-run chase against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Sunday, has now scored only 128 runs in 10 innings this season at a worrying strike rate of 99.22. This is his worst IPL season since debuting in 2016, and it comes after being picked for a record Rs 27 crore at last year's mega auction.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube […]

[ad_1] Gold rate today: Focus this week shifts to Services PMI data from major economies and Fed policy meeting. (AI image) Gold price prediction: What’s the outlook for gold prices in the week starting May 5, 2025? After touching record highs recently, gold has seen dips in recent days. What are the global cues that investors of gold should watch out for and what should their strategy be for gold? Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity Research at Motilal Oswal Financial services Ltd explains:Last week, gold prices posted their worst weekly decline in over two months, falling back from the recent all-time high of $3,500, as easing trade tensions and mixed U.S. economic signals reduced safe-haven demand. The U.S. initiated overtures toward renewed trade talks with China, and Beijing responded by exempting some American goods from retaliatory tariffs—moves seen as steps […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Security forces on Monday recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition from a destroyed terrorist hideout in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district.According to officials, a joint search operation by the Army, J&K Police and SOG recovered five IEDs, wireless sets, and some clothes from the hideout.This comes in backdrop of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam which claimed 26 lives. Following the deadly attack, the security has been beefed up across the state.Additional checkpoints have been set up on highways and in sensitive areas, and quick reaction teams have been deployed near key installations and tourist hotspots.Additionally, security has been increased around small, medium, and large hotels where tourists are staying to prevent any potential incidents. Meanwhile, India has announced a slew of measures against Pakistan, including the deportation of its nationals from Indian soil, the closure […]

[ad_1] Chennai Super Kings' Ayush Mhatre (PTI Photo) Just 17, Mumbaikar holds the beacon as CSK shift focus from seniors to youthBENGALURU: The curtain may have been drawn on Chennai Super Kings’ campaign much earlier than they are known to this IPL season, but the future appears bright. Branded ‘Dads’ Army’ not long ago, CSK now have a sprinkling of youngsters, a mixture of teenagers and players in their 20s just raring to go.Evidence of this came over the weekend against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Chasing 214 for victory, CSK appeared on target until the final over — indeed the final delivery — before agonizingly falling short.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The photo finish was down largely to one man — or rather, boy — 17-year-old Ayush Mhatre. Displaying maturity far beyond his years and the four […]