As Indian cricket legend Zaheer Khan turns 46, let's take a look back at some of his most iconic and game-changing performances. From his instrumental role in India's 2011 World Cup victory to his firepower on the batting side, Zaheer's contributions during high-pressure matches have been unparalleled in cricketing history. As we celebrate his birthday, let's remember the moments that made him one of India's most celebrated fast bowlers.
Bollywood's Sinha family is all smiles as they celebrate the marriage of their beloved daughter Sonakshi to her longtime boyfriend, Zaheer. The wedding festivities began at the couple's luxurious new apartment and continued with a star-studded wedding bash at a celebrity-owned restaurant. While famous guests like Yo Yo Honey Singh and Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh graced the event, Sonakshi's brothers were notably absent. The couple's love story was started with a little help from Sonakshi's film mentor, Salman Khan.
Team India's veteran pacer Mohammed Shami, in a recent interview, was asked about the best bowler in the country. His confident response of "Apne se jyada kyu manna kisi ko (Why consider anyone above myself)?" has gone viral on social media. Shami, who was the highest wicket-taker in the ODI World Cup 2023, mentioned names like Dale Steyn, Waqar Younis, Wasim Akram, Glenn McGrath, Zaheer Khan, and Kapil Dev, but ultimately named himself as the best bowler in India.
Indian pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah credited his success in the second Test against England to watching Waqar Younis, Wasim Akram, and Zaheer Khan execute yorkers on television. Bumrah's nine wickets in the match helped India level the five-match series 1-1. He also discussed his role as a leader in the young pace attack and his conversations with captain Rohit Sharma in the middle.
Indian cricketer Rajat Patidar replaced an injured K L Rahul as he made his Test debut against England in the second Test match in Visakhapatnam. The Madhya Pradesh batter, who became India's 310th Test player, was presented with his Test cap by former Indian player Zaheer Khan. Patidar's impressive performance in India's net session and recent performances for India A earned him a spot in the national team.
Rajat Patidar, who was named as a last-minute replacement for Virat Kohli, will be making his international debut for India in the 2nd Test against England. In a heartwarming moment captured in a BCCI video, former Indian bowler Zaheer Khan can be seen handing over Patidar's first international cap. This will surely be a special and emotional moment for the young batter as he takes the field for his country.
Madhya Pradesh and Royal Challengers Bangalore batter Rajat Patidar is set to make his Test debut for India, replacing injured KL Rahul in the second Test against England on Friday at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. Former India pacer Zaheer Khan presented Patidar with his Test cap and wished him luck. Patidar has scored over 4000 runs in his first-class career and comes into the playing XI ahead of prolific young batsman Sarfaraz Khan.