Team India’s young fast bowler Arshdeep Singh has gained immense popularity not only on the field but also on social media. His funny reels, behind-the-scenes videos and light-hearted content have made him a favorite of millions of fans, but do you know why Arshdeep started his YouTube channel? He himself revealed this and the reason is quite interesting.

Dropped… and a new journey has begun

In an interview on JioHotstar, Arshdeep told that when he did not get a place in the playing 11 in the first match of Champions Trophy 2025, he started feeling very bored. India played four spinners in the entire tournament due to spin-friendly pitches, due to which Arshdeep had to sit on the bench.

Arshdeep said, “When I came to know that I will not play the first match, I was getting very bored in the room. That’s when I started my YouTube channel. It became a blessing in disguise for me.” He further said, “Sometimes you just have to be thankful that you are playing at this level. Opportunities come, it is just important that when the opportunity comes, you do not let it go. I always look for positivity even in difficult situations, and this thinking helps me move forward.”

Virat Kohli’s reel went viral

Recently, one of his reels with Virat Kohli went viral on the internet. This reel got more than 132 million views. This video was made after that match when Kohli missed the third century after scoring two consecutive centuries and returned unbeaten on 65 runs.

Arshdeep jokingly said, “Paaji, if the runs were less then today the century would have been certain.”

Kohli immediately gave a funny reply, “Thankfully you won the toss, otherwise you too were sure of dew.” This funny banter between them was very much liked on social media.

Kohli’s amazing performance in the series

Virat Kohli may not have been able to score his third consecutive century in the series-deciding ODI, but he played a match-winning inning of 65 not out. India is currently ahead after defeating South Africa in 1 match. Arshdeep also waited for the opportunity and won the trust of the team management with his brilliant performance.

Team India’s star all-rounder Akshar Patel is in the news these days not only on the field but also for his personal life. The house warming ceremony of his new and grand house ‘Hakkash Villa’ in Nadiad, Gujarat was completed with full rituals. Akshar and his wife Meha Patel have named this villa after their son ‘Hakkash’, who was born on 19 December 2024.

Vaastu puja and family celebration

On the occasion of housewarming, Akshar and Meha performed traditional Vaastu puja. Meha Patel had shared many pictures on her social media, in which the beautiful interior of the house and the puja moments were visible. Akshar was seen in traditional kurta-pajama, while Meha graced the puja wearing a saree.

This villa located in Nadiad is a wonderful blend of modern architecture and cultural touch. Large windows, open courtyard, and minimalist interior make it very attractive.

Special guests arrived from the cricket world

Many big names from the cricket world attended the housewarming ceremony. Delhi Capitals head coach Hemang Badani and Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao were also present on this special occasion. Akshar Patel has recently been made the new captain of Delhi Capitals for IPL 2025. The team was just one step away from the playoffs last season.

The shine of the alphabet remains intact even on the field

Akshar Patel had recently performed brilliantly in India’s T20I tour played in Australia. He took 2 wickets in two matches and scored a total of 45 runs in three innings. In the fourth T20, he played a quick inning of 21 unbeaten runs (11 balls) and also became the player of the match by taking 2 wickets. India won this series 2-1.

Childhood cricket memories, ‘This was my real home ground’

Akshar recalled his childhood cricket days on a YouTube channel. He told that the compound of his old house was his first ground. He said. “If the ball went outside the compound, it was out. One pitch was caught out. There were no boundaries. All shots had to be played on the ground. Maybe that’s why my straight drive is the strongest today.”

Most Ducks In International Cricket By Indian Players: Virat Kohli was out on zero in both consecutive matches in the ongoing ODI series against Australia. Virat has reached second place in the list of players who have been out for most number of ducks (zero) for India in international cricket. This has become a shameful record in his career, which is a stain on his brilliant career.

For the first time, Virat was out on zero in two consecutive ODIs.

In the second ODI match against Australia in Adelaide on 23 October 2025, Virat Kohli could face only 4 balls and was out on zero. This was Virat’s second consecutive duck in this series, because in the first ODI played in Perth, he was out after scoring zero in 8 balls. This is the first time in Kohli’s 17-year-old ODI career that he has been out on zero in two consecutive matches. Virat has had a great performance in the Adelaide ground, but his bat did not work in this match and Australian fast bowler Xavier Bartlett gave him out lbw.

Virat equals shameful record of

Virat Kohli has made an unwanted record in his name in international cricket. Virat has now been out for a duck (zero) for the 40th time in his career. With this, Virat has become equal to fast bowler Ishant Sharma in terms of being out on zero the most number of times for India in international cricket. Virat is now second in the list of being out on zero the most number of times for India. This is such a record, which neither Virat nor his fans would have expected. In this list, the name of fast bowler Zaheer Khan is present at number one. In his international cricket career, Zaheer has been out on zero (duck) 43 times.

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya is celebrating his 32nd birthday today and this time his birthday is looking no less than a film scene. Hardik, famous for his aggressive batting and stylish look on the field, is now mostly in the headlines for his personal life. A day before his birthday, he showed the world a glimpse of the new relationship in his life. Team India’s star cricketer made it clear just a day before his birthday that someone has now made a special place in his heart and that is model Mahika Sharma.

Shared picture on Instagram, expressed love

Hardik Pandya shared a beautiful beach photo on his Instagram stories, in which he is seen with Mahika Sharma. This picture of both of them is said to be from some beach in Maldives. In the picture, both are seen in a very happy and relaxed mood. Seeing this post, fans believe that Hardik has now given ‘unofficial confirmation’ to his relationship.

He did not write any caption with the pictures, but the black-and-white photo and the family click said it all. He has also shared some pictures with his mother, son Agastya and grandmother. Birthday cake and decorations were also seen in some photos. It is clear that he celebrated his birthday in a completely private manner.

Both were seen together at Mumbai airport

Hardik and Mahika were seen together at Mumbai airport on Friday morning, a day before the birthday. Both of them were wearing black outfits and as soon as they reached the airport, the flash lights of the cameras fell on them. This was the moment that fueled speculation on social media. A few hours later, Hardik’s Instagram story seemed to confirm all those rumours.

Love returned again after separation from Natasha

Hardik Pandya’s personal life has been in the headlines for the last few months. After his separation from Natasha Stankovic, his name was also linked to British singer Jasmine Walia. Although Hardik never said anything openly, but this time his pictures have revealed everything without words.

Virat kohli: There is talk of fitness in Indian cricket and Virat Kohli’s name does not come, this cannot happen. Kohli not only set new standards for Team India with his fitness but also made strict rules for the players regarding the Yo-Yo Test. Together with Ravi Shastri, he made it clear that it is necessary for every player to pass the Yo-Yo test, only then the place in the team will be confirmed. This was the reason that senior players like Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina also came out in the fitness examination again after the test failed.

Recently the Yo-Yo test is again in the headlines. Most of the players including current captain Rohit Sharma have passed this test. Virat Kohli also completed the Yo-Yo test in London, but his score has not been revealed yet. However, his best score has been 19, but do you know, there are four Indian cricketers who have scored more than Kohli and have got their fitness iron.

Manish Pandey (19.2)

Manish Pandey, who is counted among the most fit players of Indian cricket, comes at the top of four players. Manish, known for the fast race and running Bitveen the wickets, scored 19.2 in the Yo-Yo Test. His score was 0.2 more than Kohli’s 19 score.

Mayank Dagar (19.3)

Himachal Pradesh cricketer Mayank Dagar once shocked everyone with his fitness. At the domestic level, he scored 19.3 in the Yo-Yo test. The score was ahead of both Kohli and Manish Pandey by that time.

Ahmed Bande (19.4)

Jammu and Kashmir cricketer Ahmed Bande scored a score of 19.4 in the Yo-Yo Test in 2018. This score was the highest among Indian players for a long time and no one had crossed it for five years.

Mayank Agarwal (21.1)

Kohli’s RCB partner and former Indian Test team opener Mayank Agarwal created history in 2023. He demolished all the old records by scoring 21.1 in the Yo-Yo test. His score proved to be a new height to fitness in Indian cricket.

The dispute between Indian cricket team fast bowler Mohammed Shami and his wife Haseen Jahan has once again come into the limelight. This time Haseen Jahan has written a post on social media and made serious allegations against Shami and has also said in gestures that an attempt was made to intimidate him.

“Crazy stray dogs would have to be afraid…”

Recently, Haseen Jahan has shared a written post on Instagram. In this post, he wrote, “I would have to be afraid of crazy stray dogs, then I would have been afraid in 2018. As much as you want to scare, to bow down, to ruin. I will become stronger and stronger than Allah’s work.”

This statement of Haseen is believed to be directly associated with the 2018 FIR which he lodged in Jadavpur police station to Shami and his family. At that time, he made serious allegations on the cricketer like domestic violence and match fixing.

Shami’s answer, “not won in the past”

This post by Haseen Jahan has come out immediately after Mohammed Shami’s recent interview. In this interview, Shami spoke openly on his personal life and said that he had left the past behind. When he was asked the question, did he regret his past? So on this matter, Shami said, “Let all of them live… I never regret any kind of time. The one who has gone once has gone. I do not want to say anything to anyone, not myself.

Long list of cracks and allegations in relationships

Shami and Haseen Jahan married in 2014. However, the two separated in 2018 and since then there is a dispute in their relationship. Haseen Jahan has repeatedly made serious allegations against Shami. Recently, he even called her ‘fond of women’ and alleged that Shami spends money on girlfriends instead of spending his daughter’s education.

Richest Indian Cricketers: The popularity related to cricket in India and stardom has given many players to earn crores. Through IPL contracts, brand endorsements, business and investment, these players have brought their assets to new heights. Let’s know about the 7 richest cricketers in India according to the report of The Cricket Panda.

Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar, who is called the God of Cricket, is considered to be the richest cricketer in the world, not only India. His career earnings were not limited to the field only, but their net worth of about Rs 1,416 crore ($ 170 million) has reached about Rs 1,416 crore ($ 170 million) from businesses like Adidas, Coca-Cola with prolonged connections, their own clothing line ‘True Blue’ and SRT sports management. Even after retirement, there has been no decrease in their brand value and earnings.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has also proved himself unmatched in terms of earnings. As the captain of Chennai Super Kings, his IPL earnings have been in crores. Apart from this, their brand deals with brands like Rebok, Gulf Oil, and Sonata, and Chennaiyin FC football team and investment like Sportsfit fitness chain have brought their total assets beyond Rs 917 crore.

Virat Kohli

The current superstar of Indian cricket Virat Kohli is known for smart thinking in aggressive sports and branding at the ground. He has crores of deals from brands like Puma, Audi, MRF, while his IPL contract with RCB is also counted among the most expensive players. He has also invested in brands of clothes like Chisel gym chain and Wrogn. His total estimated assets are considered to be Rs 834 crore ($ 100 million).

Sourav Ganguly

Former captain and former BCCI President Sourav Ganguly, who gave Team India the mentality of victory, has also registered a strong presence along with the ground. Endorsment and administrative roles with companies like Pepsi, Puma, and Tata have brought their earnings to new heights. His total assets have been estimated at around Rs 667 crore.

Virender Sehwag

Virender Sehwag, known for his stormy batting, has also earned a lot of good through commentary, coaching and brand promotion after international cricket. His association with brands like Adidas and Boost has been long. Today his estimated assets are around Rs 334 crore.

Yuvraj Singh

Yuvraj Singh has earned a lot from not only cricket, but also from his business understanding. He worked with brands like Puma, PEPSI and Revital and invested in many new companies through his startup fund ‘YouWECAN Ventures’. Today his assets are considered to be Rs 292 crore.

Sunil Gavaskar

Sunil Gavaskar, who is considered the first superstar of Indian cricket, has come a long way in commentary and media. Their old engagement with brands like Thums UP and Dinesh and continuously TV appearances both their identity and earnings intact. Even at the age of 74, his property remains around Rs 262 crore.

Even though his form has been full of ups and downs on the cricket field, Indian all-rounder Shivam Dubey has played a big bet in terms of financial investment. The player of India and Chennai Super Kings has bought two great apartments in the Andheri-West area of ​​Mumbai, which is worth Rs 27.50 crore.

Investment of taxes in two apartments

Shivam Dubey has bought both these flats in the DLH Enclave project located in Oshiwara area of ​​Mumbai, which has been built by Dev Land and Housing Limited. This project comes in high-end luxury residential category and this location is very popular among celebrities.

Both flats are on the floor near each other and the carpet area of ​​both these flats is 4,200 square feet. Not only this, both these flats also include a huge terrace of 3,800 square feet, which is considered a big luxury in a city like Mumbai.

According to the report of government documents and square yards, Shivam has also paid a total stamp duty of Rs 1.65 crore and a registration fee of Rs 30,000 on this deal, which is considered normal for the property deal of this range in Mumbai. The deal also includes parking space for three cars.

Shivam in investment mode after IPL

Since IPL 2025, Shivam Dubey, who is currently on a break, played some great innings for Chennai Super Kings, but in international cricket he has been inside and out of the team. In Mumbai, where Shivam has taken this flat, the location is Andheri West, especially Oshiwara area, which has become the first choice of cricketers and film stars nowadays. Here is the best connectivity of major places like Western Express Highway, Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar Metro Line, Link Road and SV Road, which makes it important with both residential and commercial aspects.

Players increasing interest in real estate

In the last few years, many Indian cricketers have also appeared very active about investment outside the field. Celebrities like Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma are already living in luxurious flats in Mumbai. Now Shivam Dubey has also joined the list, which is strengthening his financial portfolio through real estate.