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India.com
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Happy Birthday Harbhajan Singh: A Look At His ₹70 Crore Net Worth, IPL Career & Life With Geeta Basra
photoDetails english 2925665 Harbhajan Singh, one of India's legendary cricketers, celebrates his 45th birthday with a legacy that extends beyond the pitch. With a net worth of ₹70 crore in 2024, his income sources include IPL earnings, brand endorsements, Rajya Sabha salary, YouTube content, and business investments. His fairytale romance with Bollywood actress Geeta Basra began with a music video and blossomed into a private yet enduring relationship. Their ₹7 crore Chandigarh home, lavish car collection, and philanthropic initiatives highlight their well-rounded life. This article explores Harbhajan's financial journey, personal milestones, and lasting impact, making it a must-read for cricket and celebrity fans alike. Updated:Jul 03, 2025, 07:36 AM IST 1. Harbhajan Singh's Net Worth in 2024 Hits ₹70 Crore 1 / 20 With an impressive ₹70 crore net worth, Harbhajan continues to thrive post-retirement through commentary, politics, brand endorsements, and business investments. 2. Over ₹58 Crore Earned From IPL – A Record Spin 2 / 20 Across 14 IPL seasons with Mumbai Indians, CSK, and KKR, Harbhajan earned over ₹58 crore, placing him among the highest-paid IPL bowlers of all time. 3. From 'Woh Ajnabee' to Wedding Bells – Geeta Basra's Impact 3 / 20 Harbhajan spotted Geeta in the song Woh Ajnabee, pursued her persistently, and eventually married her in a traditional ceremony in 2015 after years of private courtship. 4. Their ₹7 Crore Punjab Mansion Is A Dream Home 4 / 20 The couple's sprawling bungalow in Chandigarh features a sports bar, mini library, theatre room, and a Victorian-inspired bedroom—personally designed by Geeta. 5. Top Brand Endorser with ₹30-40 Lakh Per Deal 5 / 20 Post his 2011 World Cup triumph, Harbhajan became one of India's most in-demand brand ambassadors, endorsing Pepsi, Reebok, Fan2Play, and more. 6. Bollywood Breaks to Family Focus: Geeta Basra's Shift 6 / 20 After marriage, Geeta transitioned from Bollywood to full-time motherhood, gracefully stepping away from the spotlight to focus on raising their two children. 7. Political Role Adds to His Income Streams 7 / 20 As a Rajya Sabha MP, Harbhajan earns a government salary in addition to income from media commentary, making his career both influential and diversified. 8. Bhajji's YouTube & Legends League Cricket Keep Him Engaged 8 / 20 Even after retirement, Harbhajan entertains fans via his YouTube channel 'Harbhajan Turbanator Singh' and by playing in tournaments like Legends League Cricket. 9. His Car Collection Screams Luxury and Legacy 9 / 20 Harbhajan owns a fleet of high-end cars including a customized Hummer H2, BMW X6, Mercedes GLS 350, and more—each reflecting his love for speed and style. 10. A Couple Who Gives Back: Charity With Purpose 10 / 20 From supporting CRY during COVID-19 to sponsoring disabled cricketers and aiding flood victims, Harbhajan and Geeta have consistently prioritized philanthropy. 11 / 20 12 / 20 13 / 20 14 / 20 15 / 20 16 / 20 17 / 20 18 / 20 19 / 20 20 / 20
Hindustan Times
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Virat Kohli to 'walk away' entirely from cricket once he's done: 'He won't coach or take on the role of a broadcaster'
T20 cricket is a little low on thrill, and Test cricket a whole lot poorer now that Virat Kohli has retired from two of the three formats of cricket. However, not all is lost. The ODIs still remain, and with Kohli recently hinting that his next big goal is to play the 2027 World Cup, South Africa in two years from now will experience packed stadiums and choked roads. More so because that, in all probability, will be the last of Virat Kohli ever in cricket. Forget Legends League. Or the MCC bicentenary matches. Or even the IPL. Kohli, by then, will be 39, closing in on 40. And given how he decided to shock the cricketing fraternity and break its heart with his Test cricket at 36, one thing is guaranteed: Kohli will not overstay his welcome. Which means that we only have two more years to witness the magic that is Virat Kohli. If you haven't seen Kohli play live even once in your life, do it. There won't be another one like him. Former India head coach Ravi Shastri, one of Kohli's close confidantes, is of the same viewpoint. Not too long ago, Kohli, during an RCB event, had said: 'Once I'm gone. I'll be gone. You won't see me for some time', which had the entire Kohli FC upset, and Shastri sees exactly the same thing happening. "He is still around to serve Indian cricket in ODIs, but I also know that Virat will walk away from the game once he is done playing cricket. He is not the kind who would like to coach or take on the role of a broadcaster. I will miss him when India plays its first Test in England. He was a champion, and that is what I would like to remember – never conceding an inch," Shastri told Sportstar. The ex-India coach, under whom India became a wonderful touring team – arguably the best in the world, winning back-to-back series in Australia, pushing England to the edge and coming close to a series win in South Africa, the time spent with Kohli comprises some of the best moments of his career. He recently spoke about his conversations with Kohli around his retirement, explaining how India's most successful Test captain was probably 'mentally fried' and gave it everything he had. Still, at the bottom of his heart, Shastri feels Kohli could have carried on for at least another couple of years. With a testing England series ahead, where the rest of the squad, barring Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, and Rishabh Pant, lack experience, Kohli's presence could have been monumental. Nonetheless, Shastri has nothing but respect for Kohli and his contributions to Indian cricket. "I am sure Virat still had two years of Test cricket left in him. I would have loved to see him in England this summer. It would have been a good idea to hand him the captaincy for the tour, but he would know best why he decided to leave. Maybe mental fatigue drove him to decide because he was as fit as any other player in the team. He knew his body best, but the mind would have played the decisive role. I will not rule out burnout as the decisive factor in curtailing his career at a critical phase of Indian cricket," he mentioned. "For me, Virat will remain the most influential cricketer of the last decade. He had fans worldwide, especially those who turned up at Test matches to watch him bat like no one else. A batsman who could hit a boundary at will and someone who would pick the best bowler in the opposition camp to send a strong message. Undoubtedly the most scrutinised batsman in world cricket, he was also the best prepared to fight in the middle. His making people watch Test cricket will be an enduring legacy. The team will forever miss his wild celebrations at the fall of a wicket and the joy he expressed at a partner's batting feat."
India Today
23-04-2025
- Politics
- India Today
'No cricket with Pakistan': Shreevats Goswami's plea to BCCI after Pahalgam attack
Former cricketer Shreevats Goswami has urged the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) to bring an end to all cricketing ties with Pakistan in the wake of the terrorist attack in Jammu & Kashmir's Pahalgam. As many as 26 people have died in the attack on tourists perpetrated by the members of The Resistance Front—an offshoot of the proscribed terror group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).advertisementThe incident has sent shockwaves throughout the country, with people demanding strong action to safeguard the lives of citizens in Jammu & Kashmir. Shreevats Goswami has also condemned the incident in a strongly worded post on his social media account. The former wicketkeeper batter has asked the BCCI to stop playing cricket with Pakistan and asked for a response not with bat and ball but with resolve and dignity.'SAY NO TO CRICKET ! And this is exactly why I say - you don't play cricket with Pakistan. Not now. Not ever. When BCCI or the government refused to send India to the Champions Trophy in Pakistan, some had the audacity to say, 'Oh, but sport should rise above politics.' Really? Because from where I stand, murdering innocent Indians seems to be their national sport. And if that's how they play - then it's time we respond in a language they truly understand. Not with bats and balls. But with resolve. With dignity. With zero tolerance,' wrote Goswami in a long post on his X Furthermore, he recalled his recent visit to Kashmir and sympathised with the locals, saying that it's not a time to stay silent.'I'm furious. I'm devastated. Just a few months ago, I was in Kashmir for the Legends League - I walked through Pahalgam, met the locals, saw hope returning to their eyes. It felt like peace had finally found its way back. And now... this bloodshed again. It breaks something inside you. It makes you question how many more times we're expected to stay silent, stay "sporting," while our people die. No more. Not this time,' he remains to be seen what decision the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) and the Indian government take with regard to cricketing ties with Pakistan in the aftermath of the terror attack. The two teams haven't played a bilateral series since 2013 and only face off in multinational events at neutral venues. India last visited Pakistan for the Asia Cup 2008, while Pakistan last came to India for the ODI World Cup India refused to travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and played all of their matches at a neutral venue in Dubai. Later this year, India will also be hosting the Women's World Cup in October. As per the agreement between the two cricketing boards, they will not travel to each other's country for ICC events till 2028. Hence, Pakistan will be playing their matches at a neutral venue during the updated on IPL 2025 with India Today! Get match schedules, team squads, live score, and the latest IPL points table for CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, DC, GT, PBKS, and RR. Plus, keep track of the top contenders for the IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap. Don't miss a moment!
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pahalgam terror attack: Ex-cricketer says India should never play cricket with Pakistan
Jammu: Security personnel guard on a street a day after Pahalgam terrorist attack, in Jammu. (PTI Photo) Former Bengal and India U-19 cricketer Shreevats Goswami said India should never play cricket with Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack . At least 26 persons -- mostly tourists -- were killed by terrorists on Tuesday at the Baisaran meadows in Pahalgam in one of the worst terror attacks on civilians in Kashmir in the past many years. In a long social media post, Goswami wrote: "And this is exactly what I say -- you don't play cricket with Pakistan. Not now. Not never. "When BCCI and the government refused to send India to the Champions Trophy in Pakistan, some had the audacity to say, "Oh, but sport should above politics. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "Really? Because from where I stand, murdering innocent Indians seems to be their national sport. "And if that's how they play -- then it's time we respond in a language they truly understand. Not with the bats and balls. But with resolve. With dignity. With zero tolerance. "I'm furious. I'm devastated. "Just a few months ago, I was in Kashmir for the Legends League -- I walked through Pahalgam, met the locals, saw hope returning to their eyes. It felt like peace had finally found its way back. "And now.. this bloodshed again. "It breaks something inside you. It makes you question how many more times we're expected to stay silent, stay "sporting," while our people die. "No more. Not this time." Who's that IPL player? Former and current players of the Indian Cricket Team, along with national team head coach Gautam Gambhir, expressed their sorrow and anguish over the terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir . Former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh took to his official media handle and said that he was "deeply saddened" after coming across the terror attack news in J&K. "Deeply saddened by the attack on tourists in Pahalgam. Praying for the victims and for the strength of their families. Let us stand united in hope and humanity," Yuvraj Singh wrote on X. In a post on X, Indian Team head coach Gautam Gambhir wrote, "Praying for the families of the deceased. Those responsible for this will pay. India will strike." Get the latest IPL 2025 updates on Times of India , including match schedules , team squads , points table and IPL live score for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Don't miss the list of players in the race for IPL Orange Cap and IPL Purple cap .
Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
'Don't play cricket with Pakistan. Ever': Ex-Indian cricketer issues fierce rebuke after Pahalgam terror attack
Terrorists targeted a popular tourist destination in Pahalgam, South Kashmir on Tuesday, opening fire on civilians, killing at least 26 people. At least 20 were injured, as multiple casualties were reported in the attack that took place around 3 PM in the scenic Baisaran valley. Following the tragic incident, former Indian cricketer Shreevats Goswami took to his official X (formerly Twitter) account to issue a strongly worded statement over India's cricketing ties with Pakistan. Earlier this year, the BCCI had refused to visit Pakistan for the Champions Trophy, with all of India's matches being scheduled in the United Arab Emirates. Goswami, however, has urged India to cut all cricketing ties with the country, asking the BCCI to 'not play cricket' with Pakistan. 'And this is exactly why I say - you don't play cricket with Pakistan. Not now. Not ever,' wrote Goswami. "When BCCI or the government refused to send India to the Champions Trophy in Pakistan, some had the audacity to say, "Oh, but sport should rise above politics." 'Really? Because from where I stand, murdering innocent civilians seems to be their national sport. And if that's how they play - then it's time we respond in a language they truly understand. Not with bats and balls. But with resolve. With dignity. With zero tolerance,' wrote the former cricketer. Goswami also revealed that he had been in Pahalgam 'a few months ago' for the Legends League, and hoped for the revival of the tourist economy in Kashmir. "I'm furious. I'm devastated. Just a few months ago, I was in Kashmir for the Legends League - I walked through Pahalgam, met the locals, saw hope returning to their eyes. It felt like peace had finally found its way back. "And now, this bloodshed again. It breaks something inside you. It makes you question how many more times we're expected to stay silent, stay "sporting," while our people die. No more. Not this time," wrote Goswami. According to the daughter of a victim of the attack, the terrorists specifically targeted male tourists after asking them to identify their religion. Asavari, 26, a human resource professional in Pune, told PTI that terrorists shot her father and uncle while they were at a stop. 'There were several tourists around, but the terrorists specifically targeted male tourists after asking whether they were Hindu or Muslim,' she said. The family was on a vacation at the idyllic spot when they heard firing from "people who wore clothes similar to those of local police" descending from the nearby hill. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the attack in the strongest terms, stating, 'This attack is much larger than anything we've seen directed at civilians in recent years.'
