Syed Kirmani

Former Indian cricketer Ravi Shastri was honoured with a stand at Wankhede Stadium in a grand MCA ceremony attended by legends like Sunil Gavaskar and Dilip Vengsarkar. He recalled Mumbai’s “khadoos” spirit and past glory. Meanwhile, Devendra Fadnavis said Wankhede will remain iconic despite plans for a bigger Navi Mumbai stadium.

Ranveer Singh has now introduced Sahil Khattar as wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani from his upcoming film.

'Karna hai ya marna hai'- this was the talk, not in exact words though, between Kapil Dev and Syed Kirmani when India was reeling at 17 for 5 against Zimbabwe in a league match against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge in the 1983 World Cup played in England (won by India at Lord's on June 25, 1983). And then came that extraordinary, unforgettable 175 not out from Kapil!

Former India wicket-keeper batsman Syed Kirmani Friday said sledging in cricket is something which is not new and has been prevalent since the game's inception.

Golf lovers pledge to support safer roads

Syed Kirmani decided to felicitate Pankaj Advani for his thumping World billiards championship victory.

With people getting offended at the drop of a hat today, actor Sahil Khattar's sense of humour and his ability to take a joke, commendable. The actor, who plays the role of wicket-keeper Syed Kirmani in Kabir Khan’s 83, has become the talk of the town with his portrayal of the same. The two share an uncanny resemblance with the same hairstyle (or lack of it!). This look seems to have gone viral and people are making memes of the same. However, Sahil is not annoyed, in fact, he is thrilled.

Naturally gifted Syed Kirmani, wicket-keeper of India’s 1983 World Cup-winning team, on his look and the committed Sahil Khattar, who plays him in Kabir Khan’s next

Syed Kirmani, who was arrested by the Gujarat police on May 8 from Hyderabad international airport, had met Haren Pandya murder accused Rasool Khan Pathan, alias Rasool Parti, last year in Saudi Arabia.

We also spotted Srikantadatta Wadiyar and Syed Kirmani, all talking cricket, of course.

Rahul Dravid with the highest batting average (57.46) and Anil Kumble with by far the highest number of Test wickets (552) for India do not figure in the all-time great Indian XI chosen by an elite panel to mark 75 years of Indian Test cricket.

The second day of the anniversary celebrations of a club in the city was a glamorous affair, which saw a bevy of well-known faces in attendance.

The second day of the anniversary celebrations of a club in the city was a glamorous affair, which saw a bevy of well-known faces in attendance.

Under the banner of Juloose Aza Committee Anjuman Naqvia, Daryabad, the annual Azadari procession was taken out on the first Saturday night, falling just after the Chehallum of Hazrat Imam Husain Alaihissalam.

Actor Vivek Oberoi, a cricket fan, shared a video of himself and his son cheering for Team India ahead of the ICC World Cup final match. In the video, they wore blue jerseys and asked fans to watch the match with their "lucky charm." Vivek expressed his excitement and said they were praying for Rohit Sharma's century. He also asked everyone to pray for India's victory. Vivek is often seen accompanied by his son during matches. He had previously surprised his son by introducing him to former cricketer Syed Kirmani.

Former India wicketkeeper-batsman, Syed Kirmani learnt that life after retirement is very different after he was stopped at the entrance of the National Stadium.

Syed Kirmani, the former Indian wicketkeeper, advocates for separating politics from sports, emphasizing cricket's unifying power amidst India-Pakistan tensions. He refrained from commenting on the ongoing debate about playing Pakistan, highlighting that sports promote harmony. Kirmani also expressed empathy for Shreyas Iyer's Asia Cup exclusion, drawing parallels to his own career setback in 1986.

Sahil Khattar, who will be making his Bollywood debut as Syed Kirmani in Kabir Khan’s ’83, is dating singer Shruti Pathak. They first met through a common friend a couple of years ago and she was bowled over by his quirky sense of humour.

Ranveer Singh starrer '83 is one of the most awaited movies of the year. The film made headlines when Tamil star Jiva became the latest addition in the cast of the film. Now recently, there's a buzz that Television host, actor and YouTuber Sahil Khattar has been roped in to play the role of Syed Kirmani in the movie.

Recently, the stalwarts of the cricketing community came together in the city at the Chinnaswamy Stadium

There’s nothing that Bangaloreans like better than an evening of live music.

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar made a combined India and Pakistan XI out of players that he would love to see play. He admitted that this may not be the best eleven players that may have represented the two sides statistically but these are players that he would like to see playing together.

A literati evening

Former India wicket-keeper Syed Kirmani has always been candid in his views. The recipient of the CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award this year spoke to TOI on various issues.

Kapil Dev may have held the innings together, however, the contribution of Roger Binny, Madan Lal and Syed Kirmani was superb nonetheless on June 18, 1983.

Even after winning the World Cup 28 years ago, both cricketers had met Kapoor at his residence and celebrated the victory.

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Syed Kirmani on Sunday said that harmony should be displayed by both Virat Kohli and the BCCI top management to end whatever issues have surfaced ever since the removal of Kohli as ODI skipper.

He says winning the best wicketkeeper award at the 1983 WC was an unforgettable moment