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International Cricket Returns to Bakshi Stadium After 40 Years

October 10, 2024 Editor

Legends League breaks 40-year silence at packed Bakshi Stadium Srinagar, Oct 9: In a landmark moment for Kashmir’s sporting history, international cricket returned to Srinagar after a four-decade absence as the Legends League Cricket (LLC) tournament kicked off at the revamped Bakshi Stadium on Wednesday. Toyam Hyderabad emerged victorious, defeating Southern Super Stars by 5 wickets in front of thousands of enthusiastic spectators. The historic match marked the beginning of LLC’s final leg in Srinagar, featuring cricket icons such as Martin Guptill, Kedar Jadhav, Dinesh Karthik, Suresh Raina, Ricardo Powell and…

Kashmir’s Cricket Revival: Legends League Brings 124 Icons to the Valley

September 13, 2024September 13, 2024 Editor

Srinagar, 10 Sep: International cricket is making a long-awaited comeback to Kashmir after nearly four decades as Srinagar’s Bakshi Stadium is set to host the final leg of the Legends League Cricket (LLC). Six matches featuring prominent international cricket stars will be played in Srinagar from October 9 to October 16. Addressing a press conference in Srinagar, Raman Raheja, co-founder of LLC, alongside cricketer Mohammad Kaif, announced the tournament’s return. “After almost four decades, Kashmir will host international cricket, with legends participating in the LLC,” Raheja said. The tournament will…

Leadership Change: Babar Azam to Be Replaced by Rizwan as White-Ball Captain

September 7, 2024 Editor

According to reports, a new Pakistan captain will be appointed for Pakistan’s upcoming tour of Australia Babar Azam has been snubbed by the Pakistan Cricket Board, who didn’t appoint him as one of the captains for the upcoming Champions One Day Cup. According to reports, the batter’s leadership has been put under the scanner, and is expected to be removed as Pakistan’s white-ball captain. According to reports, a new Pakistan captain will be appointed for Pakistan’s upcoming tour of Australia, which will also consist of three T20Is and as many…

Legends League Cricket Returns to Kashmir After 40 Years, Schedule Unveiled

August 28, 2024 Editor

With an extended schedule and an even more star-studded lineup including the recently retired Dhawan, the upcoming season is poised to surpass previous records. Indian and international cricketing stars will be playing cricket in Kashmir after almost half a century during the final leg of the Legends League Cricket. Legends League Cricket is back with another edition of the tournament starting on the 20th of September at the Barkatullah Khan Stadium, Jodhpur. “Legends League Cricket is back for another season and we are very excited to also be playing in…

Lace Up: Srinagar Gears Up for the Kashmir Marathon on October 20!

July 25, 2024 Editor

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today unveiled the logo, website and teaser of the inaugural edition of the Kashmir Marathon, to be held on October 20 in Srinagar. Speaking on the occasion, the Lt Governor invited the runners from all corners of the globe to participate in the marathon and experience the unique charm of J&K. “We aspire to make this event a beacon of peace and harmony. I am confident the Kashmir Marathon will place J&K firmly on the global running map and it will enhance global…

Rasikh Salam Takes Flight: Delhi Capitals Acquire J&K Paceman in Top Spot at IPL Auction

December 20, 2023 Editor

Kashmir Makes History at IPL Auction: Delhi Capitals Welcome Homegrown Paceman Rasikh Salam The Indian Premier League auction witnessed a historic moment today as Jammu and Kashmir’s own cricketing talent broke onto the grand stage. In a thrilling turn of events, Delhi Capitals snapped up young paceman Rasikh Salam, marking the first-ever instance of a player from the region being picked in the top slot. Rasikh, a familiar face having previously donned the jerseys of Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders, was acquired by Delhi Capitals at his base price…

Bollywood Meets Cricket: Akshay Kumar Takes the Helm of Srinagar Franchise in ISPL

December 14, 2023 Editor

Akshay Kumar’s love for sports is well-known. Interestingly, he has now become the proud owner of Team Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) in the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL). Sharing the particular update with his fans and followers, Akshay took to Instagram and wrote, “From cinema to the stadium! Proud to announce that I will be coming to @ispl_t10 as a Team Owner of Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir) A chance to play in my team awaits.” The tennis ball T10 cricket event is set to take place from March 2 to…

Pakistan’s World Cup semi-final hopes mathematically possible, but realistically unlikely

November 1, 2023 Editor

Mathematically, Pakistan can still qualify for the World Cup 2023 semi-finals but they would need a lot of results to go their way. This is a familiar territory for Pakistan. Down, but not out, hoping for a 1992-esque comeback and relying on things to magically fall their way. Babar Azam and his men were among the title contenders for the 2023 World Cup. With top batters on their side and a fiery pace attack, Pakistan had the elements to make an impact in India. After kicking off their campaign with…

After controversial ‘Seemed like BCCI Event’ remark, Pakistan head coach sends World Cup final warning to India

October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 Editor

While world cricket has barely moved on from the bizarre remark, Arthur has now sent a ‘World Cup final’ warning to the Indian team. Pakistan head coach Mickey Arthur made headlines right after the team’s brutal seven-wicket loss at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Saturday with a controversial statement on no Pakistani music being played at the venue throughout the proceedings of the game which made him feel “like a BCCI event rather than ICC”. And while world cricket has barely moved on from the bizarre remark, Arthur has now…

Pakistan coaches allege bias in World Cup after India win

October 15, 2023 Editor

Pakistan team director Mickey Arthur went on to state that the IND vs PAK World Cup match felt like a BCCI-organised bilateral rather than an ICC event. Pakistan coach Grant Bradburn and team director Mickey Arthur were not amused by the way the crowd at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad treated them during their World Cup 2023 match against India on Saturday. India outplayed Pakistan to beat them by seven wickets and go on top of the points table with a dazzling performance in front of more than one…