Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simmons praised the performance of spinner Noor Ahmad in a recent IPL match. He said that in his years of coaching, he had never seen someone as difficult to read as the Afghan spinner. Noor Ahmad's four over spell against Lucknow impressed not only his coach, but also fans and critics alike.
After five successive losses, Chennai Super Kings finally get a win in IPL 2025 as they defeat the hosts Lucknow by chasing down a total of 166 in the final over. The opener Khaleel Ahmed sets the tone for the game by taking early wickets which restricts Lucknow's start. Despite dropping R Ashwin and relying on the spin duo of Noor Ahmad and Anshul Kamboj, it is Shivam Dube and MS Dhoni's partnership that ultimately leads to Chennai's victory. Dube scores the winning boundary off the third ball of the final over, highlighting his impact in the match.
In a highly anticipated IPL 2025 match between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), RCB wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma was on the receiving end of a clever prank by CSK fans. After Sharma had made fun of the team and their supporters in a pre-match video, CSK fans played the popular song, "Dosa, Idly, Sambar, Chutney" by the DJ at the stadium when Sharma was dismissed by Noor Ahmad. Despite this moment of victory for the CSK fans, RCB ultimately came out on top with a 50-run win, thanks to the performance of Australian seamer Hazlewood and RCB skipper Rajat Patidar.
The youngest player in the Chennai Super Kings squad, Noor Ahmad, made a spectacular debut in the IPL, securing the Player of the Match award for his 4/18 against the reigning champions Mumbai Indians. However, it was not just Noor who impressed the crowd at Chepauk, as MS Dhoni showed his impeccable reflexes and lightning-quick stumping skills, leaving his teammate in awe. Dhoni's stumping in just 0.12 seconds showcased the 43-year-old's enduring class with the gloves and proved why he is still regarded as one of the greatest players in the game.
The talismanic wicketkeeper batter MS Dhoni received an arousing reception as he walked out to bat for Chennai Super Kings in their season opener against Mumbai Indians. However, he faced only two deliveries and couldn't score a run. Rachin Ravindra (65*) and Ravindra Jadeja (17) had added 36 runs for the sixth wicket, but a mix-up led to Jadeja being run out. Dhoni's entry was welcomed by the Chepauk crowd, but he didn't get a chance to make an impact as CSK won the match by four wickets. Noor Ahmad was named Player of the Match for his four wickets, while Rachin Ravindra's unbeaten 65 helped CSK chase down Mumbai's total of 156.
A tragic accident occurred in Bihar's Patna on Sunday night as a speeding truck rammed into an autorickshaw, killing 7 people and injuring several others. The accident happened at Noor Bazar on the Masaudhi-Naubatpur road and caused panic in the area. The police are currently investigating the matter and treating the injured. More details are awaited as the investigation continues.
In a Betway SA20 match at Kingsmead in Durban, Durban's Super Giants faced off against Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Despite a great performance from Noor Ahmad, who claimed a superb 4/25, Sunrisers still managed to amass a challenging 165 for five thanks to the contributions of Zak Crawley and David Bedingham. However, Noor's bowling proved to be a major threat as he took wickets in crucial moments, ultimately leading to Durban's Super Giants' loss.
Chorki, a popular streaming platform, is set to release a thought-provoking new web series titled "Feu" on January 30. The series, directed by Sukorno Shahed Dhiman and featuring acclaimed actors such as Tariq Anam Khan and Chanchal Chowdhury, delves into the complex intersection of politics and humanity through the lens of the 1979 Marichjhapi massacre. The series follows the story of Namasudra Hindu refugees who sought shelter on Marichjhapi Island in West Bengal, only to face betrayal and violence at the hands of the government. With its unique and timely narrative, "Feu" promises to captivate audiences and provide a significant commentary on contemporary political issues.
Kenyan President William Ruto's nominations of ex-Cabinet Secretaries Ababu Namwamba and Andrew Karanja, as well as former Deputy Inspector General Noor Gabow, for various diplomatic roles were approved by the National Assembly. Namwamba will serve as Permanent Representative to UNEP, Karanja as Kenya's envoy to Brazil, and Gabow as Consul-General in Haiti. However, the Committee on Defence Intelligence and Foreign Relations criticized the appointing authority for the withdrawal of former ICT Cabinet Secretary Margaret Nyambura Ndung'u, who had been nominated as High Commissioner to Ghana.
In a busy Day 2 of the IPL 2025 Auction, Chennai Super Kings have continued to bring back familiar faces in their efforts to strengthen their squad. The five-time winners have shelled out Rs 2.4 Crore to rope in former player Sam Curran, along with multiple other Chennai old boys. Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin also makes a return to the CSK squad, while the team has also added the likes of Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, and Noor Ahmad to their unit.