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    WATCH : How Hardik and Krunal Pandya Spent their Time in Lock Down Amid Corona virus

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    Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya urge everyone to stay inside home during 21 day lock down
    Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya urge everyone to stay inside home during 21 day lock down

    Team Indian cricket all rounder brothers Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya advice everyone to stay inside home in order to control the spread of corona virus. The reporting case for corona virus infection has been increasing day by day thus many government suggest peoples to stay inside. In that list Indian government imposed a 21 day lock down to control the spread.

    Indian cricketers move on COVID-19

    Previously Indian skipper Virat Kohli along with Anushka Sharma posted a video tweet regarding the importance of self isolation. Indian former legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar donated 50 lack rupees to corona virus relief fund.

    Pandya brothers advice

    Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya will play for  Mumbai Indians in the upcoming IPL. Hardik Pandya first sustained a back injury during the Asia Cup 2018. He recovered to play in the IPL 2019 and the World Cup before the injury resurfaced.

    Pandya required surgery to get back to his standard shape. The Mumbai Indians star underwent successful surgery in London in October.

    Hardik Pandya has been away from international cricket for a few months. After being injured, he was resting and preparing to make a comeback again.

    Pandya also missed the New Zealand tour as he failed to clear the fitness test and expected to play in IPL 2020  after clearing the fitness test.

    Hardik Pandya’s comeback

    He is now fully fit and made a spectacular comeback in the DY Patil T20 Cup 2020. Hardik Pandya smashed 158 off just 55 balls for Reliance 1 against BPCL the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai on Friday.

    With 20 six and 6 fours Hardik took the match to the whole new level and paved the way for his team victory. He also took 5 wickets for 26 runs in 4 overs.

    Watch : Full video of Hardik Pandya’s performance in DY Patil T20 Cup 2020. 

    Hardik Pandya scored 158 runs in the DY Patil T20 Cup 2020
    Hardik Pandya scored 158 runs in the DY Patil T20 Cup 2020

    Pandya’s twitter post

    This duo released a video post in twitter urge peoples to stay inside during this 21 day lock down due to corona virus pandemic.

    “Stay safe everyone. Avoid going out, you can have fun indoors as well just like me and my family had. We urge everyone to observe lockdown and stop the spread of the coronavirus,” Pandya brothers said.

    Current update on Corona virus infection

    According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), there are 1144 confirmed cases of coronavirus cases in the country and 28 fatalities have been reported.

    Worldwide, coronavirus cases continue to rise dramatically, with the number of 7,22,196 infected cases. The global death toll has crossed the 33,000 mark. Where the recovered numbers has been increased to 1,51,766.

    The US has the most cases with over 142,000, followed by Italy at 97,689, China at 81,999 and Spain at 80,110. Italy has recorded the highest number of deaths with 10,779, followed by Spain’s death toll of 6,803, China’s 3,300 and Iran’s 2,640.

     

    Harsha Bhogle Breaks Silence on MS Dhoni’s Possibilities to return in T20 World cup if IPL Went Down

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    Harsha Bhogle on MS Dhoni's return to International games
    Harsha Bhogle on MS Dhoni's return to International games

    IPL postponed

    The most awaited moment for Dhoni’s fan scattered after BCCI announcement of IPL postpone. BCCI postponed IPL 2020 to mid of April in concern to avoid the spread of corona virus. Due to the increase in corona virus infection Indian government announced a 21 day lock down thus the execution of postponed IPL seems doubtful.

    BCCI comes up with an new idea to host the tournament in order to prevent the huge money loss. This IPL plays a crucial role in Dhoni’s future carrier in Indian team.

    Dhoni’s absence

    Since India’s semi-final exit from the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 against New Zealand in August last year, Dhoni made himself unavailable for selection. During his break from cricket, the 38-year-old also served for the Indian Army too.

    In his absence Pant and KL Rahul’s name were enrolled and gave a chance to prove them self. Where KL Rahul use this golden opportunity and show his best as compared with Pant. Recently in an interview Indian former player Virender Sehwag advice Indian team to go along with their current squad where Indian domestic legend Wasim Jaffer defends Dhoni and points the importance for his presence.

    Australian bowler Brad Hogg and Indian former player Sunil Gavaskar too suggest MS Dhoni to retire from International cricket.

    Sunil Gavaskar suggest Dhoni to retire silently
    Sunil Gavaskar suggest Dhoni to retire silently

    Harsha Bhogle’s view on Dhoni’s return

    In a recent interaction with Cricbuzz, renowned sports presenter Harsha Bhogle has opined that he doesn’t see Dhoni taking part in the forthcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2020.

    Bhogle didn’t question the 38-year old player’s skill to press a case in the national team but laid emphasis on how his gut makes him feel that Dhoni wouldn’t be looking at the showpiece event in Australia later this year.

    “It’s absolutely impossible to know what Dhoni is thinking, don’t think even Dhoni’s shadows know what he is thinking. That’s how close he keeps his cards to his chest.

    “But this is my gut feel. I had said it when he gave up the captaincy, or when he walked away from Test cricket… just like that Dhoni won’t grandstand his exit. One day you will realise that Dhoni is gone. That he has quietly slipped away and doing his own thing and that is why my gut feel is that his India ambitions might be over. I don’t think Dhoni would be looking to September-October, October-November for the ICC T20 World Cup. Maybe, if he had a great IPL, he might. But my gut feel is that it was beyond him,” Bhogle was quoted as saying.

    MS Dhoni Decides to Announce his Retirement, Will Reveal it to BCCI at the ‘right time’

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    Dhoni's retirement plan revealed by his close friend
    Dhoni's retirement plan revealed by his close friend

     

    The deadly corona virus has pushed the whole world to halt and to postpone the scheduled events. Many countries imposed a total lock down and even restricts foreigners to enter inside their country.

    Dhoni’s possible return

    Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni eventually seen in action in the 2019 world cup semi finals against New Zealand where India lost the match. Dhoni himself made unavailable for the further International matches after that.

    Dhoni is expected to make his way back to the competitive games through the IPL 2020. But due to coronavirus pandemic the IPL has been postponed to mid of April. BCCI also released a new update to host the IPL at the end of April or at the beginning of May.

    BCCI assured that Dhoni’s performance in IPL would have a chance to bring him back to the squad. But with uncertainty over the tournament this year, Dhoni’s plans might have taken a big hit.

    Dhoni’s Childhood coach statement

    While it looks his T20 World Cup hopes solely depends upon the IPL, his childhood coach Keshav Ranjan Banerjee still believes that the cricketer will find a place in the team.

    “In the current scenario, IPL looks unlikely and we will have to wait for BCCI’s call. His (Dhoni’s) position will become tough obviously. But my sixth sense says he will get a chance in the T20 World Cup, which will be his last,” Banerjee told PTI.

    Keshav Ranjan Banerjee on Dhoni's carrier
    Keshav Ranjan Banerjee on Dhoni’s carrier

    MS Dhoni decides to retire

    Due to the corona pandemic Indian government announced a 21 day lock down, which coincide with the “postponed IPL” date. Thus BCCI decide to host it at the end of April or at the beginning of May.

    Previously Indian former players Sunil Gavaskar and Virender Sehwag suggest dhoni to retire. Australian bowler Brad Hogg too believe in same.

    The 13th season of the Indian Premier League would have played a vital role in deciding if Dhoni would board the flight to Australia later this year or not. If the cash-rich league gets abandoned, it will become nearly improbable for Dhoni to play the T20 World Cup.

    Going by reports in Sportskeeda, Dhoni has informed his near and dear ones regarding his international retirement. While he is yet to inform the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) regarding his decision, a source in privy to the legendary cricketer revealed that he was waiting for IPL 2020 before taking a call.

    “Officially, he [MS Dhoni] is yet to have a word with the BCCI officials, but he has revealed his mind to his close friends. When time comes, he will reveal it all. Otherwise [without IPL 2020], he would have announced his retirement a long time ago,” the source was quoted as saying by Sportskeeda.

    Shreyas Iyer Expressed his Thoughts on MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli’s Leadership Via Twitter

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    Shreyas Iyer Expressed his Thoughts on MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli's Leadership
    Shreyas Iyer Expressed his Thoughts on MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli's Leadership

    The virus has brought all sports activities to a halt and players are practising social distancing and self-isolation during the pandemic. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the governments all around are urging people to stay at home.

    Also South African fast bowler Dale Steyn took the Google Autocomplete interview  where he opens an interesting fact about their former skipper AB de Villiers.

    Previously Shreyas Iyer Amazed a Fan with an “Impressive Card Magic” during the lock down. Now he just come up in twitter for the question and answer session.

    “Haven’t done a Q&A on Twitter before, and what better time than now,” Iyer wrote on Twitter.

    During this session, Shreyas was asked to describe the former and current India skippers.

    One of the users asked him to describe Kohli in one word.

    “One word about Virat Kohli,” the fan wrote. To this, the Mumbai cricketer said ‘Relentless’.

    Another fan asked him about his thoughts on Dhoni to which Shreyas said: “Cool, calm, consistent, and a true leader.”

    Postpone of IPL 

    The cash rich Indian Premier League is in oscillation for its execution as BCCI postponed the IPL to the mid of April. Indian Government advice BCCI to cancel the IPL in order to avoid the spread. But BCCI is in idea to schedule IPL at the end of April or at the beginning of May as it would make a huge lose for BCCI.

    Previously South Africa tour of India has been called off with its first match abandoned due to rain.

     

     

    “So it has been tough but a welcome rest for players” : Ravi Shastri Indian Head Coach

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    Ravi Shastri mention COVID-19 pandemic is a "welcome rest" for India cricketers
    Ravi Shastri mention COVID-19 pandemic is a "welcome rest" for India cricketers

    The scheduled sports event has been called off owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. This is a “welcome rest” for India cricketers, feels head coach Ravi Shastri, who has spent barely 10-11 days at home since leaving for the World Cup last May. As with other sports across the world, cricket has also been affected with all international and domestic fixtures being called off due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus.

    Un-expected rest

    “(This rest) cannot be a bad thing because towards the end of the New Zealand tour, you could see some cracks coming up when it came to mental fatigue, physical fitness and injuries,” Shastri said.

    He was speaking to former England captains Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain and Rob Key on a Sky Sports podcast.

    According to Shastri, the players may use the time to re-energise themselves, especially after a gruelling New Zealand tour where India played five T20Is, three ODIs and two Tests.

    “The amount of cricket we have played over the last ten months, that was beginning to take its toll. Guys like me, and some other guys from the support staff, we left India on May 23 for the World Cup in England. Since then we have been at home for 10 or 11 days.

    “There are certain players who played all three formats, so you can imagine the toll it has taken on them, especially being on the field, adjusting from T20s to Test match cricket and all the travel that goes with that because we travelled quite a lot,” Shastri said.

    After the World Cup, the Indian team travelled to the West Indies, then played a home series against South Africa that was followed by a full tour of New Zealand.

    “So it has been tough but a welcome rest for players,” the coach said.

    21 day lock down by Indian government

    In-order to control the spread Indian government have issued a 21 day lock down. According to Shastri, his players knew something like this was imminent when the series against South Africa was called off, right after the New Zealand tour.

    “It came as a shock but to be honest, having been on the road during the South Africa series, we guys anticipated it,” he said. “We knew something was on the cards as the disease had just started spreading. When the second ODI was called off, we knew something was gonna happen and a lockdown was imminent.”

    Ravi Shastri mention COVID-19 pandemic is a "welcome rest" for India cricketers
    Ravi Shastri mention COVID-19 pandemic is a “welcome rest” for India cricketers

    “I think the players knew it was coming, they sensed it in New Zealand. There were apprehensions towards the end of that tour, when flights were coming through Singapore, out of Singapore.”

    “By the time we landed (in India), I thought we got out at just the right time. There were only two cases in New Zealand at that time, that has rocketed now to 300.

    “The day we landed, that was the first day they were screening and testing people at the airport. So (we came back) just in the nick of time.”

    Players should create awareness

    He also mentioned that players too have some responsibilities to create the awareness regarding corona virus among the peoples. A step ahead Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar made a donation of 50 lacks INR to the corona virus relief fund.

    “As players, you have a lot of responsibility. That’s why the message is very clear that cricket should be last on everyone’s mind now,” he said.

    “I think the most important thing is safety and not ensuring just your safety but ensuring safety of others as well, by creating a kind of awareness that tells people there is something serious around.

    “Virat has done it, a lot of other players have done it by posting certain messages on social media. They knew that it’s something very serious and there could be a hold up in cricket for some time.”

    MS Dhoni’s Childhood Coach Predicts the Possibilities for Dhoni in T20 World Cup if IPL Cancelled

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    Keshav Ranjan Banerjee on Dhoni's carrier
    Keshav Ranjan Banerjee on Dhoni's carrier

    Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni eventually seen in action in the 2019 world cup semi finals against New Zealand where India lost the match. Dhoni himself made unavailable for the further International matches after that.

    Dhoni is expected to make his way back to the competitive games through the IPL 2020. But due to coronavirus pandemic the IPL has been postponed to mid of April. BCCI also released a new update to host the IPL at the end of April or at the beginning of May.

    BCCI assured that Dhoni’s performance in IPL would have a chance to bring him back to the squad. But with uncertainty over the tournament this year, Dhoni’s plans might have taken a big hit.

    Keshav Ranjan Banerjee’s belief 

    While it looks his T20 World Cup hopes solely depends upon the IPL, his childhood coach Keshav Ranjan Banerjee still believes that the cricketer will find a place in the team.

    “In the current scenario, IPL looks unlikely and we will have to wait for BCCI’s call. His (Dhoni’s) position will become tough obviously. But my sixth sense says he will get a chance in the T20 World Cup, which will be his last,” Banerjee told PTI.

    Chennai Super Kings skipper also trained at CSK training camp before the sessions were suspended amid coronavirus pandemic. Banerjee also confirmed that the ageing cricketing hero is training at his home to keep himself in shape.

    “I spoke to him last after he returned from Chennai and I’m in constant touch with his parents. He’s doing his fitness training and is fully fit. Now let’s wait for the BCCI’s decision. There’s no tournament. ICC tournaments are off till June. So we will have to wait and see.”

    “He is fully fit and trained in Chennai for a week or so. Now everything is closed in Ranchi, earlier he would train at the JSCA. But now he’s confined at home and making use of the facilities at home. He has a gym, a badminton court, and a running corridor.” he said.

    MS Dhoni
    MS Dhoni

    MS Dhoni’s experience in an asset

    Earlier, likes of Sunil Gavaskar and Virender Sehwag raised questions on Dhoni’s prolonged absence. However, Banerjee thinks that the experience of the cricketer will help him adjusting to the game again.

    “True that he has not played a tournament (since July 2019) but for someone with 538 International matches, I don’t think it would take much time to adjust. It would have been a different scenario for a beginner. But it’s not the case with Dhoni he has got a wealth of experience. I think he will get a last chance,”.

    “I’m sure BCCI (president, selectors, captain) are aware of the scenario. They will make the announcement when it’s the right time,” Banerjee further added.

    COVID19- Jasprit Bumrah Using this Quarantine Time to Pick up Some New Hobbies

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    Jasprit Bumrah
    Jasprit Bumrah

    The out break of corona makes a huge impact around the world. Many scheduled event has been postponed due to the panic created by the deadly corona virus. Most of the countries shut down to stop the spread while some imposed various law to control the out break.

    As the sports event has cancelled,the players start to spend time inside house. Staying indoors and self-isolation is the need of the hour. Indian cricketers have also been grounded and are doing all they can to beat the boredom whilst at home.

    Earlier South African fast bowler Dale Steyn took the Google Autocomplete interview  where he opens an interesting fact about their former skipper AB de Villiers.

    In order to control the spread many government implemented total lock down method. In that list India announced a 21 day lock down till April 14 to control the spread. Which coincide with the postponed IPL date. Thus BCCI after a conference call with IPL owners comes up with a decision to host the tournament at the end of April or at the beginning of May.

    BCCI would lose a huge amount if the upcoming Indian Premier League went down. Earlier New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson’s practice session with his pet went viral via Instagram.

    Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah on Friday (March 27) post a tweet mentioning he starts to spend time with that new hobbies.

    The pacer took to Twitter and shared a couple of pictures of him doing some gardening. The rapid spread of coronavirus worldwide has started seeing its serious impacts.

    “Using this time to reflect on the aspects of my life that are truly important and picking up some new hobbies along the way. Seedling #AmateurGardener #StayHome,” Bumrah’s post read on Twitter.

    WATCH: Kane Williamson’s Practice Session with His Pet that Went Viral

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    Kane Williamson playing with his pet
    Kane Williamson playing with his pet

    Cricketers in Social media

    Due to the spread of corona virus the scheduled sports event has been cancelled globally. Thus the sports personalities turns social media to entertain their fans. Previously IPL used Chennai Super King’s skipper MS Dhoni’s photo to create awareness on corona virus spread. Netizen starts to dig various incidents that happened previously, in that line they found an interesting chat between the Indian star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and England’s women wicket-keeper Sarah Taylor.

    Kevin Pietersen trolled Chahal

    On the other hand, India limited-overs vice-captain Rohit Sharma, spinner Yuzvendra Chahal and former England captain Kevin Pietersen are engaging themselves in live sessions on Instagram.

    Where Kevin Pietersen trolled Chahal for his comment on Pietersen during Rohit Sharma’s live sessions on Instagram.

    Kane Williamson practice with his pet

    Kane Williamson post a video in Instagram account where he is seen making his pet do slip catching practice.

    India opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan and all-rounder Vijay Shankar, England all-rounder Chris Jordan, New Zealand all-rounder James Neesham, South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada and Australia white-ball captain Aaron Finch are among the illustrious names who have commented on Williamson’s post.

     

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    Sandy in the slips! 😀 Any other dogs out there joining Sandy? #caninecordon #daytwoisolation

    A post shared by Kane Williamson (@kane_s_w) on

    Reaction for Kane Williamson’s post

    Rajasthan Royals All-Rounder Ben Stokes Took Only 4 Words to Shut His Critic

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    Rajasthan Royals All-Rounder Ben Stokes Took Only 4 Words to Shut His Critic
    Rajasthan Royals All-Rounder Ben Stokes Took Only 4 Words to Shut His Critic

    Due to the spread of corona virus the scheduled sports event has been cancelled globally. The cash rich Indian Premier League also face the same fate and postponed to last of April. BCCI took this decision after consulting with IPL owners and in keen to host the tournament. BCCI is in verge of losing a huge amount if IPL went down. Despite no clarity on the start date of IPL 2020, England and Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Ben Stokes has started preparing for the cash-rich league.

    Stokes preparation for IPL

    “At the moment my next competitive cricket is going to be the IPL, because that hasn’t changed yet. So I have to think that I’m going to be playing cricket on April 20.

    England all-rounder Ben Stokes who plays for Rajasthan Royals is at home amid coronavirus pandemic. Earlier, he said that he wants to be ready for the 13th edition of IPL. But his words were not taken in a favourable manner and a ‘fact researcher’ criticized the cricketer for his comment.

    “England all-rounder Ben Stokes says he is still preparing for a return to competitive cricket in the Indian Premier League next month. Get a grip; 1.3 billion are in lockdown. forget the money & limelight, think for everyone,” the user wrote.

    Ben Stokes hits back at him

    The all-rounder took only 4 words to shut his critic. In reply, he attached an image of his full statement with a caption, “Read articles not headlines”.

    Here is what Ben Stokes said in his interview

    At the moment my next competitive cricket is going to be in the IPL,” Stokes told BBC Radio 5 Live.

    “I have to get my head round that I am playing even though in the back of my mind I know I am probably not. I have to build up and get myself physically in a position that if it does happen, I am good to go.

    “I cannot take three weeks off and expect the body to be ready for 20 April because it doesn’t work like that. It might happen and if it does, I don’t want to be behind,” he further added.

    “Shame on You” : Sakshi Dhoni Slammed Media’s Rumor on Dhoni’s Donation for Coronavirus Relief Fund

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    Sakshi Dhoni's reply to false rumour on Dhoni's donation
    Sakshi Dhoni's reply to false rumour on Dhoni's donation

    The deadly corona virus has pushed the whole world to halt and to postpone the scheduled events. Many countries imposed a total lock down and even restricts foreigners to enter inside their country. There’s one on MS Dhoni Donation for corona relief fund.

    Sachin Tendulkar’s contribution 

    In order to control the spread and reduce, the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been put India under a complete lockdown from Tuesday midnight for the next 21 days. World Health Organization(WHO) announced this deadly coronavirus as pandemic.

    The lockdown seems to make life harder for daily wage workers. But, on Thursday, the government announced a package worth Rs 170,000 crore for poor and daily wage workers. Indian former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has donated Rs 50 lack to the corona virus relief fund on March 27(Friday).

    Rumors on MS Dhoni Donation for corona

    Since then many celebrities came forward to donate and help the government in feeding the poor people. There were reports that MS Dhoni donated Rs 1 Lakh to support the 100 families of daily wage workers in Pune. But the former Indian skipper had faced a lot of criticism for donating such a low amount. His net worth is 800 crore and many people felt that he should have donated much more.

    Now Sakshi Singh Dhoni, wife of MS Dhoni, has denied the rumours of MS Dhoni Donation for corona 1 Lakh to the public charitable trust in Pune. She posted a tweet to let everyone know about the false reports. “I request all media houses to stop carrying out false news at sensitive times like these ! Shame on You ! I wonder where responsible journalism has disappeared !”, she tweeted.

    Dhoni’s possible return to International squad

    The former Indian skipper was last seen in action against New Zealand in the ICC World Cup semifinal, a game India lost. He made himself unavailable for India’s international assignments post the WC exit and was eventually dropped from the BCCI’s list of centrally contracted players in January.

    As pointed out by BCCI president Sourav Ganguly and India head coach Ravi Shastri, “Dhoni’s international future depends on his performances in IPL 2020 which comes in to consider him in T20 World Cup planned later this year in Australia”.

    Due to corona virus spread BCCI postponed IPL to the mid of April where the 21 day lock down hits the date thus the execution of postponed IPL has been shifted to the end of April. BCCI would face a huge loss if IPL went down.

    Sachin Tendulkar Has Donated Rs 50 Lakh Towards the Coronavirus Relief Fund

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    Sachin Regards Corona

    Indian former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has donated Rs 50 lack to the corona virus relief fund on March 27(Friday). The deadly disease starts to spread world wide from China and nearly killed 24000 with over 5,49,000 confirmed affected cases around 199 countries.

    In order to control the spread and reduce the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been put India under a complete lockdown from Tuesday midnight for the next 21 days. World Health Organization(WHO) announced this deadly coronavirus as pandemic.

    This virus has put the whole world to halt and postponed the scheduled events. Many countries imposed a total lock down and even restricts foreigners to enter inside their country.

    Due to the Indian government order BCCI postponed the cash rich league. BCCI would lose huge amount if IPL went down. In order to avoid that BCCI after discussing with IPL owners decide to start the tournament at the end of April or at the beginning of May.

    Sachin Tendulkar’s contribution

    “Sachin Tendulkar decided to contribute Rs 25 lakh each to Prime Minister’s Relief Fund and Chief Minister’s Relief Fund in his bid to join the fight against COVID-19. It was his decision that he wanted to contribute to both funds,” PTI quoted a source closed to the development.

    On March 25, Tendulkar took to Twitter and wrote: “Our government and health experts have requested us to stay at home & not venture out. Yet many people are doing so.  My family & I are at home, will not be stepping out for the next 21 days. I request you all to do the same.”

    WATCH : Virat Kohli Executes His Masterclass Performance Against Australia On this Day in 2016

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    Virat Kohli registered his 15th T20I half-century against Australia in ICC World Twenty20 2016
    Virat Kohli registered his 15th T20I half-century against Australia in ICC World Twenty20 2016

    On this day(March 27) in 2016 Current Indian skipper Virat Kohli executes his master class performance and leads India to a glorious win against Australia. During the 31st match of the ICC World Twenty20 2016 between India and Australia in Mohali, the then India vice-captain Virat Kohli’s 15th T20I half-century had propelled India to a 6-wicket victory.

    Virat Kohli’s Glorious strike

    Coming in to bat at No. 3 in the fourth over of a 161-run chase, Kohli ended up scoring 82* (51) with the help of nine fours and two sixes to win the match for India in the last over.

    Requiring 59 runs in the last five overs with Kohli and captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on strike, India made a daunting task look simple as Kohli scored 45* (19) from this point in time to leave the Australian bowlers clueless.

    Also Read : Aakash Chopra Lists Top Six Indian Cricket Team Captains

    Needing 39 runs in the last three overs, Kohli took the onus on himself by scoring two fours and a six off Australia all-rounder James Faulkner. To make matters worse for the opposition, Kohli smashes four fours off Nathan Coulter-Nile in the following to bring down the equation to India needing four runs in the last over.

    Kohli not needing much assistance from Dhoni in sealing such a chase spoke highly about his knock. With India losing their group match against New Zealand, their last group match was a must-win encounter for them.

    Despite the others not contributing at a pace they should ideally have, Kohli made it a point to carry India to the semi-finals of the tournament.

    Check out the other tweets that remains the Kohli’s aggressiveness

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