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Time of India
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Rajasthan Royals meetup at Edgbaston! Yashasvi Jaiswal jumps up and down in joy upon meeting Kumar Sangakkara
Yashasvi Jaiswal in action for India against England (Image by) 23-year-old Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal shared a heartwarming moment with Kumar Sangakkara , Rajasthan Royals' director of cricket , before Day 2 of the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Test match at Edgbaston, where India posted a commanding 587 in their first innings while England struggled at 77/3 at stumps. The youngster, who scored 87 runs in India's innings, was seen having a heartfelt discussion with Sangakkara near the boundary ropes. The interaction led to a spontaneous moment where Jaiswal excitedly hugged the former Sri Lankan captain, who warmly reciprocated the gesture. Dhruv Jurel, who was also part of the exchange, was amused by Jaiswal's playful behavior and pointed out the young opener's enthusiasm. Jaiswal's innings of 87 runs, falling just 13 short of his second century in the series, demonstrated his composed batting and fearless approach at the top of the order. India's strong first-innings total was built around Shubman Gill's record-breaking knock of 269. The innings was further bolstered by Ravindra Jadeja's 89 and Washington Sundar's contribution of 42. Supreme confidence, record feat: Shubman Gill's double ton impresses Ravindra Jadeja The decision to bat first under overcast conditions proved beneficial for India, as they capitalized on the opportunity to post a substantial total. England's response with the bat was quickly derailed by Akash Deep, who replaced the rested Jasprit Bumrah. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Along with Mohammed Siraj, Deep's impressive opening spell reduced England to 13/3. Poll What did you think of Yashasvi Jaiswal's performance in the match? Outstanding Good He can do better The hosts managed to stabilize their innings through Root and Brook's partnership, reaching 77/3 at the end of the second day's play. Despite being involved at the center a crucial Test series, Jaiswal has maintained his characteristic warmth and joy both on and off the field, which was evident in his interaction with Sangakkara. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Rajasthan Royals' Badale accuses former co-owner Raj Kundra of blackmail in UK court
Indian Premier League cricket franchise Rajasthan Royals' majority owner on Wednesday accused his former co-owner of trying to blackmail him by alleging he was defrauded out of his minority stake in the club. London-based venture capitalist Manoj Badale and his company Emerging Media Ventures are suing businessman Raj Kundra at London's High Court for allegedly breaching a 2019 confidential settlement agreement. The case centres on Kundra's former shares in Rajasthan Royals, winner of 2008's inaugural IPL which is now cricket's richest tournament with a brand value of $12 billion. Badale's lawyer Adam Speker said Kundra, who is married to Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty, had threatened to report serious allegations to Indian authorities in a 'blackmail attempt'. Kundra, however, says he has been told information about the claimants and his lawyer William McCormick that, if that is not true, 'in due course it will be exposed'. Kundra had to forfeit his 11.7% stake after being found guilty in 2015 of betting on IPL games in a scandal which led to the Rajasthan Royals being suspended for two years, Speker said. ALSO READ | Nasser Hussain says Shubman Gill didn't have on-field aura of Rohit and Virat He added in court filings that Kundra emailed Badale 'out of the blue' last month, alleging he had been 'misled and defrauded of the rightful value of my 11.7% stake'. The email to Badale said Kundra had filed a complaint with Indian authorities and threatened to make a report to India's Cricket Board (BCCI). Kundra added, however, that he was willing to discuss a deal involving 'the restoration of my original equity or compensation reflecting the true and current valuation of the Rajasthan Royals franchise'. FILE PHOTO: Former Rajasthan Royals' co-owner Raj Kundra had to forfeit his 11.7% stake after being found guilty in 2015 of betting on IPL games in a scandal which led to the Rajasthan Royals being suspended for two years | Photo Credit: PTI Speker said Kundra also messaged disgraced IPL founder Lalit Modi this month, saying Badale 'did not realise cheating me of the true value would cost him dearly'. Badale and his Emerging Media Ventures, which holds a 65% stake in Rajasthan Royals, obtained an interim injunction against Kundra on May 30, preventing Kundra from breaching the settlement agreement by making disparaging statements. Kundra's lawyer McCormick said Kundra accepted the injunction should continue until a full trial of the lawsuit. 'It is not an admission that anything improper has been done or is being threatened,' McCormick said.
News18
25-06-2025
- Business
- News18
Rajasthan Royals Owner Accuses Ex-Co-Owner Raj Kundra Of Blackmail In UK Court
Last Updated: Rajasthan Royals' owner Manoj Badale is suing ex-co-owner Raj Kundra for breaching a 2019 settlement. Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Rajasthan Royals' majority owner accused his former co-owner on Wednesday of attempting to blackmail him with claims that he was defrauded of his minority stake in the club. London-based venture capitalist Manoj Badale and his company Emerging Media Ventures are suing businessman Raj Kundra in London's High Court for allegedly breaching a 2019 confidential settlement agreement. The case revolves around Kundra's former shares in Rajasthan Royals, the winner of the 2008 inaugural IPL, which has now become cricket's wealthiest tournament with a brand value of $12 billion. Badale's lawyer, Adam Speker, stated that Kundra, who is married to Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty, had threatened to report serious allegations to Indian authorities in an attempt at blackmail. Kundra claims to have received information about the claimants and his lawyer, William McCormick, asserting that if it is untrue, it will eventually be revealed. Kundra forfeited his 11.7% stake after being found guilty in 2015 of betting on IPL games, a scandal that led to the Rajasthan Royals being suspended for two years, according to Speker. Court filings indicate that Kundra emailed Badale last month, alleging he had been misled and defrauded of the rightful value of his 11.7% stake. In his email, Kundra mentioned he had filed a complaint with Indian authorities and threatened to report the matter to India's Cricket Board (BCCI). Kundra also expressed willingness to discuss a deal involving either the restoration of his original equity or compensation reflecting the current valuation of the Rajasthan Royals franchise. Speker further noted that Kundra messaged disgraced IPL founder Lalit Modi this month, stating Badale 'did not realise cheating me of the true value would cost him dearly". Badale and Emerging Media Ventures, which holds a 65% stake in Rajasthan Royals, obtained an interim injunction against Kundra on May 30, preventing him from breaching the settlement agreement by making disparaging statements. Kundra's lawyer, McCormick, said Kundra agreed the injunction should remain in place until a full trial of the lawsuit. 'It is not an admission that anything improper has been done or is being threatened," McCormick stated. First Published:
News18
17-06-2025
- Sport
- News18
Buttler Was Stunned By Suryavanshi: 'This Guy's The Best Player I Have Ever Seen'
Last Updated: Jos Buttler recalls thinking that Vaibhav Suryavanshi was 'the best player I have ever seen' while watching him bat against CSK on TV. Former England captain Jos Buttler was lavish in his praise for Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Suryavanshi, recalling how at one stage in IPL 2025 he felt that the 14-year-old talent was the 'best player I have ever seen'. Buttler had been following Suryavanshi since he was included in the IPL auction list as the youngest-ever (13 years old at the time). The Englishman was then on the receiving end when Suryavanshi hit a 35-ball century, the second quickest in the IPL, against the Titans' quality bowling attack, breaking a plethora of records. He said he felt 'inspired and deflated at the same time' seeing someone so young bat like that. 'And then, the innings against us — you know, our bowling attack consists of Mohammed Siraj, a brilliant international bowler, Prasidh Krishna, an international bowler, Rashid Khan, the best T20 bowler — and he just… the scale of the sixes. They weren't just clearing the boundary — they were big sixes. I mean, you're literally a yard from him. Big sixes. And a 35-ball 100 — it was outrageous," Buttler said on the For the Love of Cricket podcast. 'It's inspiring and deflating at the same time. This guy's 20 years younger than me, and he's just smashing us all around the park. But yeah, absolutely — shockwaves throughout the cricket world," he added. However, more than the century, Buttler was impressed with Suryavanshi's mature knock against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The teenager scored 57 (33) but offered much more maturity, playing out the early overs and then smashing bowlers at will. 'I was watching on TV. And, you know, Chennai have Ravi Ashwin, Jadeja — proper seasoned pros. And he was like, bang, hit them out into the sand. And then sort of, you know, knocked one out to cover, like, I'm so in control, I'll just take one now, trot down to the other end. And at that moment, I'm like — this guy's the best player I've ever seen. Like, I'm so blown away," he added. Buttler went onto make what he knew is a 'huge statement', relating Suryavanshi's bat swing to two legendary cricketers. 'But the 100 was incredible, right? He went for every ball. It was like, no fear. Whereas that next knock, it was like — a seasoned pro, just taking down great bowlers, hitting a six when he wanted, getting off strike when he wanted. It was in a run chase as well. So, he was calm. And the swing of the bat is beautiful. He has this amazing bat swing, a bit like — it's a huge statement — Yuvraj Singh slash Brian Lara," he said. First Published: June 17, 2025, 13:09 IST
Hans India
08-06-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Prime Minister Modi Honors Young Cricket Star Vaibhav Suryavanshi After Historic IPL Performance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally met with teenage cricket sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi at Patna Airport, recognizing the 14-year-old's extraordinary achievements during the 2025 Indian Premier League season with the Rajasthan Royals. The young batting prodigy, accompanied by his family members, received praise from the Prime Minister following his remarkable campaign that captivated cricket fans across the nation. Modi later shared photographs of their encounter on social media, expressing admiration for Suryavanshi's exceptional talent and potential. In his social media post, the Prime Minister wrote, "At Patna airport, met the young cricketing sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family. His cricketing skills are being admired all over the nation! My best wishes to him for his future endeavours." The meeting took place as Suryavanshi returned to his home state after the conclusion of Rajasthan Royals' IPL campaign, which ended without a playoff qualification despite several impressive individual performances from the young opener. Suryavanshi's journey to IPL stardom began when Rajasthan Royals acquired him for Rs 1.1 crore during the previous year's mega auction in Jeddah, making the investment when he was just 13 years old. His debut match against Lucknow Super Giants on April 19 at Jaipur's Sawai Mansingh Stadium immediately announced his arrival on the biggest stage of Indian cricket, as he struck a six off the very first delivery he faced from Shardul Thakur. The left-handed opener's consistency throughout the tournament established him as a reliable performer despite his tender age. Over seven matches, he accumulated 252 runs while maintaining an impressive average of 36 and a strike rate of 206.55. His partnership with fellow opener Yashasvi Jaiswal became one of the tournament's most exciting batting combinations. The defining moment of Suryavanshi's breakthrough season came during the match against Gujarat Titans on April 28 in Jaipur. In this encounter, he achieved multiple historic milestones, becoming the youngest player ever to score a half-century in T20 cricket. More remarkably, he went on to register the fastest century by an Indian batsman in IPL history, reaching the three-figure mark in just 35 balls. This explosive batting display not only showcased his precocious talent but also contributed significantly to Rajasthan Royals' commanding eight-wicket victory over the Titans. The innings demonstrated his ability to perform under pressure while maintaining the aggressive approach that has become his trademark. Suryavanshi concluded his memorable IPL debut season with another impressive performance against Chennai Super Kings on May 20 at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium. His 57-run knock off 33 balls against MS Dhoni's team served as a fitting finale to a campaign that established him as one of cricket's most promising young talents. The teenager's record-breaking performances have drawn comparisons to some of cricket's greatest batsmen and have raised expectations for his future contributions to Indian cricket. His ability to handle the pressure of playing alongside international stars while competing in front of packed stadiums has impressed cricket experts and fans alike. The Prime Minister's recognition of Suryavanshi's achievements reflects the national pride in nurturing young sporting talent and highlights the government's commitment to supporting emerging athletes across various disciplines. Such high-level acknowledgment often serves as motivation for young sports personalities to continue pursuing excellence in their respective fields.
