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India.com
13 hours ago
- Sport
- India.com
Captains with MOST ICC titles, it's not MS Dhoni or Ricky Ponting at top
A good captain in cricket is not that person who sets the field, he/she sets the tone to a whole generation. The sport events such as World Cup, T20 World Cup, and Champions Trophy of ICC are its largest stages. Very few leaders have been able to conquer them, leaving alone competing with them. With Steve Waugh as the captain, Australia won the ICC Cricket World Cup in 1999 and ICC KnockOut Trophy (currently known as the Champions trophy) in 2000. His emphasis on mental toughness and team cohesion laid the foundation for Australia's dominant era and served as a blueprint for future captains. Pat Cummins brought Australia to unprecedented success in 2023, when the team won ICC World Test Championship and ICC Cricket World Cup. The global prominence with the red ball and white ball in such a short period is one of the most unlikely aspects of the contemporary cricket game, and it makes the Cummins leadership outstanding. Darren Sammy wrote history as he became the first captain to clinch two ICC T20 World cups in 2012 and 2016. A leader by all means, he also inspired and made the ceremony after the 2016 final contain all emotions, with tears, and happiness, and dancing being remembered as one of the most recognised moments in cricket. The first skipper to lift an ICC title was Clive Lloyd and the West Indies won the ICC Cricket World Cup back to back in 1975 and 1979. His side had a ferocious batting and bowling combination, explosive, awe-inspiring and nearly unstoppable and that solidified the Caribbean influence in international cricket. A genuine cricketing star, Lloyd made a match winning 102 in the inaugural 1975 final to establish the tone of a West Indian dominance. Some of the achievements of MS Dhoni as a captain involve the ICC T20 World Cup in 2007, ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011 and ICC Champions Trophy in 2013. His influence is not confined to the silverware, however, and it is characterised by his ability to quietly remain calm in crunch situations, faith in the youth and a radicalisation of the white-ball game in India. Ricky Ponting has led Australia to win two ICC Cricket World Cups in 2003 and 2007 as well as ICC Champions Trophy titles in 2006 and 2009. Captaining the troops of a star-studded team comprising of the likes of Warne, McGrath and Gilchrist; Ponting transformed them into an invincible bowling team which believed in being aggressive, precise and an invincible and undying spirit. There is a record in his name as his team did not lose during the 2003 and the 2007 ODI World Cups. Among all women and men in the cricketing world, no captain has been able to conquer as many ICC titles as Meg Lanning. During her tenure, Australia won four world titles of the ICC Women T20 World cups (2014, 2018, 2020 and 2023) and the ICC Women Cricket World Cup in 2022.
India.com
4 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
Temba Bavuma's South Africa to West Indies: Teams who defeated Australia in the Finals of ICC event, India not in the list
West Indies created history by defeating Australia in the first ICC Cricket World Cup final in 1975. Sri Lanka defeated Australia in the 1996 ODI World Cup final with a brilliant performance. England defeated Australia in the 2010 T20 World Cup final to win an ICC trophy for the first time. South Africa defeated Australia in the final of the ICC World Test Championship 2025. So far, there are only 4 teams that have been able to beat Australia in the final. After winning the Champions Trophy in 1998, South Africa has now won another ICC trophy after 28 years in 2025. In this historic victory, Aiden Markram played a brilliant innings of 136 runs and was selected as the Player of the Match.
India Gazette
6 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
From Cummins to Khawaja, a look at Australia's top stars in ICC WTC 2023-25 cycle
London [UK], June 14 (ANI): Australia's golden run under skipper Pat Cummins came to a halt as South Africa defeated them by five wickets to secure their maiden ICC World Test Championship (WTC) title on the back of a masterclass from Aiden Markram. Cummins' run as a captain started with retaining the Ashes against England away from home after a 2-2 draw, and it was followed by one-sided ICC World Test Championship and ICC Cricket World Cup wins against India. However, everything has an end and it seems, so did Cummins' consistent championship-winning run. Nonetheless, throughout the 2023-25, the years which spanned this cycle, Australia played some fantastic cricket, with a Border-Gavaskar Trophy win against India at home, their first series win against Asian giants in a decade, being the crowning jewel of it. Let us look at Australia's top stars during this WTC cycle: -Usman Khawaja The 38-year-old continues to improve with age and has mastered the ability to grit it out at the crease like no other. He was Australia's top run-getter in this cycle and overall fifth, with 1,428 runs in 20 matches and 39 innings at an average of 39.66. He scored two centuries and six fifties, with the best score of 232 against Sri Lanka. However, in the final, he could score just a duck and six in both innings. -Steve Smith The veteran Aussie struggled for consistency during a good chunk of this WTC cycle, however, separating himself from the greats, this epitome of excellence came in clutch when it mattered the most, scoring four centuries in five Tests preceding this title clash and helping Aussies secure the BGT. In 20 matches, he scored 1,403 runs at an average of 41.26, with five centuries and five fifties. His best score was 141. In the final, he played a crucial 66 in the first innings, but failed to fire in the second innings, scoring just 13. -Travis Head Head also had patches of poor performance in this cycle, but still managed to score 1,197 runs in 20 matches and 36 innings at an average of 34.20, with a breathtaking strike rate of 80.71. He scored three centuries and five fifties, with the best score of 152. Head peeled off two incredible centuries against India during the BGT, which was the highlight of his run. But he failed in the final, not crossing 20 in both innings. -Pat Cummins The captain was a superstar with the ball, taking 80 wickets in 18 matches at an average of 23.48, with best figures of 6/28, which came during the WTC final, the best performance by a captain in a tournament final as a bowler. He took a total of six five-wicket hauls in this cycle, the most by a bowler in this cycle. He ended the cycle as the top wicket-taker. As a batter, he scored 523 runs in 30 innings at an average of 20.11, with one half-century, proving his mettle as a useful lower-order batter. -Mitchell Starc The pace veteran continues to sizzle at big stages even in his mid 30s, taking 77 wickets in 19 matches at an average of 26.89, with best figures of 6/48. He was the third-highest wicket-taker in the WTC cycle. He also took two five-wicket hauls. In the final, he took a total of five wickets, including a scorching opening spell in the first innings and three wickets in the second innings. -Nathan Lyon He ended the WTC cycle as the leading spinner and fourth-highest wicket-taker, with 66 wickets in 17 matches at an average of 25.18 and best figures of 6/65. He took a five-wicket haul in the cycle. He went wicketless in the final. (ANI)
Business Standard
12-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Celebs, Business and Beyond: How The Centrum Hotel Lucknow Became a New Luxury Landmark in India 2025
PNN New Delhi [India], June 12: Lucknow's luxury landscape is changing, and leading that transformation is none other than The Centrum, the city's first true five-star destination. Over the weekend, it once again turned into the national spotlight with back-to-back high-profile celebrations. After the engagement of Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav and his childhood friend Vanshika, the spotlight continued to shine as Indian cricketer Rinku Singh got engaged to Member of Parliament Priya Saroj in a glittering ceremony that brought together the creme de la creme of cricket, politics, and Bollywood. Held amid the plush lawns and grand ballrooms of The Centrum, the engagement ceremony felt more like a royal gala than a private affair. Guests arriving in luxury convoys included Bhuvneshwar Kumar, the bowling hero of RCB's victorious IPL 2025 campaign, along with fellow cricketers Praveen Kumar and Piyush Chawla. The political class arrived in full strength with Samajwadi Party Supremo Akhilesh Yadav, his wife and MP Dimple Yadav, and veteran leader Rajeev Shukla. The presence of Jaya Bachchan, Bollywood legend and MP, wife of superstar Amitabh Bachchan, added classic film charm to the star-studded event to remember. But the event's significance goes beyond the dazzle. This was yet another occasion where The Centrum proved why it has fast become the go-to destination for high-profile events in North India. Whether it's international summits, political power meets, or high-budget weddings, the property has quietly taken centre stage in India's evolving hospitality story. Over the last two years, The Centrum has carved a niche that few hotels in the country have managed in such a short time. Its rise coincides with Lucknow's own metamorphosis into a modern cultural and business powerhouse. No longer just the land of nawabs and kebabs, the city today is hosting G20 delegates, global investors, corporate magnates, and cricketing legends. And The Centrum is where all these roads now converge. In recent history, The Centrum played host to dignitaries during the prestigious G20 Summit, accommodated global investors and policy leaders during the Global Investors Summit, and handled elite stays during the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony. During the ICC Cricket World Cup, several international cricket teams made The Centrum their home base in Lucknow, appreciating both its modern comforts and cultural soul. IPL teams such as MS Dhoni's CSK, Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings & Delhi Capitals have also made it their preferred pitstop while playing in the state. This transformation is not accidental. It is the result of a clear, focused vision helmed by Sarvesh Goel, Chairman of the Mansingh Goel Group and Promoter of The Centrum. In a brief interaction with the media, Goel remarked, "We take immense pride in hosting our esteemed guests, whether it was during the G20 Summit, the ICC Cricket World Cup, IPL or Weddings and Mega Celebrations like the recent one. Our goal has always been to deliver global-standard hospitality with the warmth and charm that define Lucknow." Sarvesh Goel, who also heads ventures in education, agriculture, and now film production as a film producer under his banner AND Productions, is not just building a hotel brand. He is positioning Lucknow as a destination that can rival Goa, Rajasthan, Delhi, or Mumbai in terms of luxury infrastructure and event hosting. And so far, he's succeeding. Built in 2021 as a flagship initiative under Anahita Hospitality LLP, The Centrum was conceptualized during the post-UP Investors Summit 2018 development wave. Emphasizing the "Vocal for Local" ethos, its architecture and interior detailing are drawn from local crafts and design elements. The Centrum stands as a blend of Nawabi heritage and modern grandeur, each chandelier, corridor, and arch telling a story rooted in Lucknow's artistic past but built for the future. The property boasts 162 rooms, suites, and private villas, all designed to pamper the modern traveller. It offers three fine-dining restaurants serving Awadhi, Indian, and global cuisines, each plate curated to perfection. Guests can conduct business in four state-of-the-art boardrooms or celebrate special occasions in multiple banquets and open-air lawns. The hotel also proudly carries a Five Start certification, reflecting its commitment to sustainable luxury. But it's not just architecture and facilities that make The Centrum a star performer. From wellness spa therapies to live classical performances, from curated Lucknowi cuisine to high-level event planning, every detail is attended to with precision. The property also catering to national-level athletes and fitness enthusiasts. This mix of culture, health, business, and leisure makes The Centrum an all-encompassing venue, ideal for global dignitaries and family functions alike. The engagement of Rinku Singh and Priya Saroj came as yet another endorsement of this blend. From meticulously planned decor to top-tier food and beverage service, the event showcased The Centrum's capability to host multi-layered experiences, blending family warmth with professional execution. In many ways, The Centrum mirrors the evolution of Lucknow itself. A city once seen purely through the lens of tradition is now asserting itself as a cosmopolitan centre of politics, business, and entertainment. And while many cities have tried to build luxury properties, few have managed to strike the fine balance between modern luxury and regional heritage the way The Centrum has. As India sees a rising trend of destination events moving away from metro cities to more culturally resonant and cost-efficient yet luxurious hubs, Lucknow is quickly climbing the charts. And at the heart of this movement is The Centrum, where power, prestige, and poetry find a shared address. From G20 summits to celebrity engagements, from cricket camps to corporate retreats, The Centrum has proven it is not just a place to stay, it's a place where history, headlines, and happiness are made. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by PNN. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
India.com
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Shoaib Akhtar's gorgeous wife, 18 years younger, her name is..., first met during...
Shoaib Akhtar has been without any doubts one of the most successful bowlers ever to play the game of cricket. Although he was known all over the world as an incredibly fast runner, he had an exclusive mix of self-esteem and talent. Shoaib Akhtar was in a league of his own during the peak of his career in world cricket. He has bowled the fastest at 161.3 km/h (100.23 mph) in the match between Pakistan and England in the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup. Akhtar, called the Rawalpindi Express, is the fastest bowler in the history of the game. Rubab Khan is the wife of Shoaib Akhtar; she was born in a conservative Muslim family of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. She ended her studies in Abbottabad, and this is how she got married to the cricket icon. In 2013, Shoaib Akhtar attended Hajj where he met the father of Rubab, Mushtaq. The search of a perfect life partner by Shoaib led to the initiation of their union. Both the families agreed and on June 23, 2014, the two married in a modest ceremony in Mohalla Ramzani, Pakistan. The age gap, as Rubab Khan was 21 years old, and Shoaib Akhtar was 38 years old, did not stop the couple as they chose to have a private wedding that received enormous media and public attention. The wedding was an intimate, intimate ceremony, with only a few close people. These days Rubab Khan is concentrated on house management, dedicating all of her time to the family. She has always been there to cheer him up as well as to face the good and bad moments of his life together. On November 7, 2016, Rubab Khan became a mother to a son named Muhammad Mikaeel Ali, which made their bond with Shoaib even stronger. Star pacer Shoaib Akhtar became a father at the age of 41.
