Pictures of the week: From ICC’s latest World Cup promo featuring SRK to Virat Kohli meeting up with Joshua Da Silva’s mother
Here are the best moments captured by the lens from the cricketing world in the third week of July.
The cricket fraternity was provided with numerous moments that left them feeling a plethora of emotions throughout the week. The third week of July went by like a breeze but also had many ups and downs. The ICC (International Cricket Council) took to social media to release their latest promo for the upcoming World Cup. Bengal pacer Mukesh Kumar made his much-anticipated India debut in the second Test of the ongoing series against the West Indies.
Here are the best pictures to roundoff an entertaining week in cricket:
‘All it takes is just one day’ - Shahrukh Khan features in ICC’s latest promo for ODI World Cup 2023
The ICC (International Cricket Council) took centre stage and released their latest much-awaited promo for the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023, with Shah Rukh Khan as the voice behind the promo. They also shared a picture earlier teasing the promo, where SRK was pictured with the title.
ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 trophy reaches iconic spots of New Zealand and Australia as part of global tour
As part of its iconic global tour, the ICC Cricket World Cup trophy reached New Zealand and Australia as its latest destinations. The trophy has been touring the entire world, and it will soon return to its host country, India, as well.
ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2023: India stars pay tribute to Virat Kohli's MCG heroics ahead of Pakistan clash
Several of India's A star ahead of the summit clash of the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2023 was seen talking of Virat Kohli’s MCG heroics before they geared up to take on Pakistan A.
Asia Cup schedule announcement
The ACC (Asian Cricket Council) recently came forward to announce the schedule for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023. Co-hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka, the season opener will see Pakistan take on Nepal in Kandy on August 30. Furthermore, the entire schedule for every side was released as well.
‘Memories to savour’ - BCCI shares glimpses of Team India interacting with fans ahead of second Test
The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) took to social media to share wholesome moments of the Indian team interacting with the fans ahead of the second Test between the West Indies and India. Rohit Sharma and others were captured interacting with the young fans as well.
'Virat Kohli is the best batter of our lifetime' - Joshua Da Silva’s mother on India's star batter post her heartwarming meeting with him
The West Indies wicketkeeper-batter Joshua Da Silva’s mother finally achieved her dream of meeting star Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and heaped massive praise on the 34-year-old upon meeting him. She bestowed her sheer love for the batter by saying that Kohli is the best batter of her lifetime. Furthermore, she hopes that her son, Da Silva, emulates the Indian star’s discipline and game going forward.
Bengal workhorse Mukesh Kumar makes India Test debut in Trinidad
After many weeks of waiting, Bengal pacer Mukesh Kumar finally made his Test debut for the Indian team. He played his first-ever game against the West Indies in the second Test of the series. Kumar impressed with his performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 for Delhi Capitals and looked good on his debut as well.
'Pathetic umpiring' - Harmanpreet Kaur launches scathing attack on umpires after thrilling Mirpur tie
India women's skipper Harmanpreet Kaur took center stage and lambasted the poor umpiring decisions that led to her dismissal in the third ODI of the series between Bangladesh and India. She further pointed out the poor decisions made in the post-match press conference and was visibly upset after getting dismissed.
Aiden Markram ties the knot with his long-time girlfriend Nicole
Star South African batter Aiden Markram married his long-time girlfriend, Nicole, on July 22. After being together for over a decade, both tied the knot after being engaged for a year. In an intimate ceremony, both took to Instagram to announce their marriage.
In heart-melting gesture, Andre Russell meets an injured young fan after he gets hit by his powerful six during MLC 2023 game
In a heartwarming moment, star Windies batter and Los Angeles Knight Riders' Andre Russell met with a young fan to check on him after he injured him by hitting a powerful six into the stands during a Major League Cricket (MLC) 2023 match.
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