Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar celebrates his 75th birthday on Wednesday. His legacy extends beyond his phenomenal batting records, showcasing a steely resolve and unwavering dedication to the game that continues to inspire generations. From his iconic innings to his current role as a commentator, Gavaskar’s impact on the sport remains unparalleled.
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Legendary Indian batsman Sunil Gavaskar celebrated his 75th birthday on Wednesday. This article commemorates his illustrious career by revisiting some of his most memorable and impactful innings, showcasing his exceptional technique, resilience, and the remarkable impact he had on the game.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have defied all odds, overcoming an abysmal start to qualify for the IPL 2024 Playoffs. Their resurgence is attributed to the resilience of Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis, coupled with a formidable bowling unit that was once their Achilles’ heel. With the Eliminator against Rajasthan Royals looming, Sunil Gavaskar fears the contest may be one-sided due to RCB’s current dominance. Former RCB star Kevin Pietersen shares Gavaskar’s assessment, expressing skepticism about Rajasthan’s ability to stage a comeback given their recent form and the absence of Jos Buttler.
Former India cricketer Virat Kohli has launched a scathing attack on India legend Sunil Gavaskar, saying that he does not need anyone’s approval or assurance about his game. Kohli’s comments came ahead of the IPL 2024 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Kohli has been criticized for his strike rate in the T20 format, especially against spinners and in the middle overs. However, Kohli hit back at his critics following his match-winning 70* against Gujarat Titans, where he scored 61 runs against the spinners at a strike rate of 179. Furious at the former India captain’s explosive remark, Gavaskar blasted Kohli live on-air. On Saturday, ahead of the all-important IPL 2024 clash, which will decide RCB’s fate for the playoffs, Kohli, in an interview on JioCinema, said that he does not need to react to outside noise as he is well aware of his capabilities.
Former Indian cricket captain Sunil Gavaskar has expressed his desire to witness an emotional send-off for legendary wicketkeeper MS Dhoni in his final home game for Chennai Super Kings in the ongoing IPL 2024 season against Rajasthan Royals at the Chepauk Stadium. Dhoni, who led CSK to a record-equalling fifth IPL title in 2023, has been speculated to retire from the tournament after this season.
Virat Kohli has silenced his critics with his impressive performances in the ongoing IPL season. After facing criticism for his strike rate in the initial stage of the tournament, Kohli has up his ante in the last few matches, taking on the spinners and playing at a healthy strike rate throughout his innings. He has scored 40-plus scores at a strike rate of over 150 in the last three matches and smashed 92 against Punjab Kings while striking the ball at 196.74. Kohli’s resurgence has also been praised by former Australia batter Matthew Hayden, who believes that the criticism has fueled his fire and led to his improvement.
Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar has raised concerns and called for severe action against foreign players who leave the Indian Premier League (IPL) early for national duties. Gavaskar believes that these players are letting down the franchises that invest heavily in their participation and emphasized the need for IPL teams to deduct salaries and the BCCI to penalize the respective cricket boards.
Batting icon Virat Kohli silenced his critics and targeted Sunil Gavaskar with a quick-fire 92 against Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Kohli’s innings kept Royal Challengers Bangalore in the playoff hunt and sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with fans celebrating his performance and taking aim at Gavaskar, who had previously criticized him.
The IPL 2024 witnessed a major controversy between Virat Kohli and Sunil Gavaskar. Kohli, unhappy with criticism from experts about his batting, fired back, prompting a response from Gavaskar. Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram weighed in, siding with Gavaskar and stating that Kohli should have refrained from making such comments.
