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Time of India
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Every cricketer starts with tennis ball cricket': Piyush Chawla
Piyush Chawla From streets and local grounds, tennis ball cricket will be getting an elevation to the international stage with the launch of the Global Tennis Cricket League (GTCL60) in Mumbai. A bold new chapter in the world of tennis ball cricket, GTCL60 is designed as the world's premier 60-ball tennis cricket league and will feature eight dynamic international teams competing in Sharjah. The star-studded launch event was graced by prominent personalities including Indian cricketer Piyush Chawla , actor Vindu Dara Singh, and cricketer Iqbal Abdulla . Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The GTCL60 will be played in Sharjah, UAE, bringing together top tennis ball cricketers from around the world on an international stage. With a match format of 10 overs per side (60 balls), each game promises explosive action from the very first ball. Speaking at the launch Founder of GTCL60, said, "We're proud to launch a league that speaks to the heart of every player who has ever dreamed of going from the street to the spotlight. We will be conducting trials across 30 cities to ensure no talent is left behind. Today marks the official beginning of a league that will inspire, uplift, and transform the way tennis ball cricket is seen worldwide." Former Indian cricketer Piyush Chawla said, "Every cricketer starts with tennis ball cricket — even I did. This league is a massive platform for young talent from the grassroots. It will give real opportunities to raw, street-level players and bring their skills to the forefront. For young cricketers, GTCL60 can be a true game-changer." India lose momentum on Day 2 | England Fight Back at Headingley The selection process will begin with open registrations, followed by extensive selection trials to be held across 30 cities in India and abroad. From these trials, the most promising talents will be shortlisted and finally enter a professional player draft, where franchises will select their squad members.
Time of India
a day ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Cricket is my passion: Piyush
Kanpur: Cricket is my passion, and I enjoyed it in the ground and now in the bowl behind the mike," said Piyush Chawla , an international cricketer and a UP lad. In a brief meeting with TOI, Chawla, who had retired from cricket on June 6 last, clearly said cricket is his passion but coaching was not in his mind as he had no interest in it. Piyush made his debut in international test cricket on March 9, 2006. Though he had played just three tests, he was the member of two World Cup winning teams. In the IPL, he is one of the most successful bowlers with 192 wickets. Asked why, despite coaching being popular among former cricketers, he prefers not to coach, Chawla explained that coaching requires a lot of time, or you may say it is a full-time job and it also requires complete dedication and analysis of each player. When he cannot give full time then it would be injustice and he was not interested in just making money. However, if any player has a problem in his game and style then he would be available for him for correction. He would spend two three days with him to correct him. When questioned about his sudden retirement, Chawla said, "Nothing. I had played enough cricket and thought to say goodbye to active cricket for the last five months. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo On the night of June 5, my mind and heart said "announce retirement and on June 6 morning I sent a mail to BCCI GCA about my decision and that was all." Regarding his future plans, Chawla said, "At present I am enjoying the delivery of Aankho Dekha hall from the ground (cricket commentary) with full devotion and passion and listeners are liking that, and their comments encourage me. Besides, I will continue playing cricket in the veteran league. I will play only in BCCI cleared leagues because they are official and run for a long period." Reflecting on his international career, where he played his first test in 2006 and last in 2012, Chawla noted that during this period he was the member of four World Cup teams, and two out of them were World Cup champions. They were special achievements.
News18
5 days ago
- Sport
- News18
‘Shubman Gill Will Be Tested as Captain': Piyush Chawla on India's England Mission
Former India cricketer Piyush Chawla shares his thoughts on India's tour of England, praising Shubman Gill's recent form and leadership potential. With a five-match Test series ahead, Chawla believes Shubman will face a real test as captain. He also highlights the technical strength of players like Sudharsan and KL Rahul, and backs the well-balanced Indian squad to deliver in English conditions. Can this young team rise to the occasion? Watch the full analysis now! and subscribe to our channel and never miss a to CricketNext YouTube channel to never miss a video: CricketNext on Facebook: CricketNext on Twitter: CricketNext on Instagram: :
Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Budding cricketers to get tips from Piyush Chawla in spl camp
Kanpur: Veteran leg spinner Piyush Chawla, who was part of India's two World Cup winning campaigns, will give tips to budding cricketers in a special coaching camp organised by the Sports Hub (TSH) to be held from June 19 to June 25. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Aligarh (UP) born Piyush Chawla was a member of India's T-20 and ODI World Cup winning squad in 2007 and 2011 respectively. He represented India in three tests, 25 ODIs and 7 T-20 matches and captured 43 wickets across the three formats of the game. He had taken retirement from all formats of the cricket on June 6 this year. Addressing the media, former Ranji Trophy captain Shashikant Khandekar, presently coach at the TSH, said that it would be a boon for the city cricketers that a world class spinner would give them tips and share his experiences in the camp in which around 160 children would participate. Khandekar stated that all had witnessed that spinners, especially leg spinners, were playing a significant role in all formats of cricket including T-20. Shashikant said that Piyush will stay in the camp for three days, thereafter he and former Ranji Trophy player Mohd Amir would take charge of the camp which would be held in morning and evening sessions. RP Singh, director sports, stated that the TSH would conduct more such camps and give opportunities to local talent to meet the international level players and learn from them.
India Gazette
5 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
Global Tennis Cricket League launched in Mumbai
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 17 (ANI): A bold new chapter in the world of tennis ball cricket unfolded on Tuesday with the grand launch of the Global Tennis Cricket League (GTCL60) in Mumbai. Designed as the world's premier 60-ball tennis cricket league, GTCL60 will feature 8 dynamic international teams competing in Sharjah. The star-studded launch event was graced by prominent personalities including Indian cricketer Piyush Chawla, Bollywood actor Sohail Khan, actor Vindu Dara Singh, music director Sajid and cricketer Iqbal Abdulla. The GTCL60 will be played in Sharjah, UAE, bringing together top tennis ball cricketers from around the world on an international stage. With a match format of 10 overs per side (60 balls), each game promises explosive action from the very first ball. Speaking at the launch, Amin Pathan, Founder of GTCL60 said, 'We're proud to launch a league that speaks to the heart of every player who has ever dreamed of going from the street to the spotlight. We will be conducting trials across 30 cities to ensure no talent is left behind. Today marks the official beginning of a league that will inspire, uplift, and transform the way tennis ball cricket is seen worldwide.' Former Indian cricketer Piyush Chawla said, 'Every cricketer starts with tennis ball cricket -- even I did. This league is a massive platform for young talent from the grassroots. It will give real opportunities to raw, street-level players and bring their skills to the forefront. For young cricketers, GTCL60 can be a true game-changer.' The selection process will begin with open registrations, followed by extensive selection trials to be held across 30 cities in India and abroad. From these trials, the most promising talents will be shortlisted and finally enter a professional player draft, where franchises will select their squad members. Registrations will open soon, and players can look forward to playing in the Global Tennis Cricket League in Sharjah. (ANI)
