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Wasim Jaffer Set to Become Punjab Kings’ New Head Coach

admin July 26, 2024

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July 26, 2024

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer is set to take over as the head coach of Punjab Kings, succeeding Trevor Bayliss, whose two-year contract with the team has concluded. This appointment marks Jaffer’s return to the Mohali-based franchise ahead of the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Jaffer’s association with Punjab Kings is not new. This will be his third stint with the franchise, having previously served as the batting coach from 2019 to 2021 before stepping down ahead of the IPL 2022 auction. Prior to his new role, he was released from his position as batting consultant before the IPL 2024 season. Jaffer, who played 31 Tests for India, faces a challenging task as the head coach of Punjab Kings. The team, one of the eight founding members of the IPL, has not reached the playoffs for ten consecutive seasons since their only appearance in the IPL final in 2014. In the IPL 2024, Punjab Kings finished ninth on the points table, securing only five wins. Despite recording the highest successful run chase in T20 cricket by chasing down 262 at Eden Gardens against Kolkata Knight Riders and defeating five-time champions Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, the team struggled to maintain consistent performance. The injury to captain Shikhar Dhawan significantly impacted the team’s performance. It remains to be seen if the franchise will continue with Dhawan, who will turn 39 later this year.

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India Squad Announcement vs Sri Lanka Highlights: Surya New T20I Captain; Rohit, Kohli in ODI Side; Iyer-Rahul Return

admin July 19, 2024

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July 19, 2024

Suryakumar Yadav will lead India in T20Is, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli also back for India Squad Announcement vs Sri Lanka Highlights: Surya New T20I Captain; Rohit, Kohli in ODI Side; Iyer-Rahul Return India Squad Announcement vs Sri Lanka 2024 Highlights: Suryakumar Yadav will lead India in T20Is, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli also back for the ODIs. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced India’s twin squads for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka. The selection meeting was postponed by a day to Thursday. The players are set to leave for Sri Lanka on July 22, with the tour kicking off with a three-match T20I series on July 27, followed by a three-match ODI series. Suryakumar Yadav has been confirmed as the new T20I captain for the Sri Lanka series, following Rohit Sharma’s retirement from the format after leading the team to the 2024 T20 World Cup title last month. The tour will also mark Gautam Gambhir’s debut as the new head coach of the Indian team, succeeding Rahul Dravid, who stepped down after the T20 World Cup. Seasoned players Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Jasprit Bumrah, initially expected to miss the white-ball tour, will return for the ODI series. Why Suryakumar? Despite Hardik Pandya being the vice-captain during the T20 World Cup, Suryakumar Yadav was chosen as the captain. Reports suggest that Gambhir, who shares a great camaraderie with Yadav from their time at Kolkata Knight Riders, preferred him for the role. Rohit Returns to Lead Team India KL Rahul, who is scheduled to return to the Indian side for the ODI series, would have taken the lead if Rohit had not made himself available. Hardik Pandya, one of the stars of India’s T20 World Cup success, will take a sabbatical during the three-match ODI series for “personal reasons.” India’s Tour of Sri Lanka Shubman Gill, who recently led India to a T20I series win over Zimbabwe, has been picked as the vice-captain for the white-ball series. The first T20I between India and Sri Lanka will take place on July 27, followed by games on July 28 and July 30 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. The ODIs, initially scheduled to start on August 1, will now begin on August 2, followed by matches on August 4 and August 7 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. This will be India’s first white-ball bilateral trip to the island nation since 2021, when Dravid was the stand-in coach and Shikhar Dhawan led a second-string side.

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Zee Entertainment Gains 7% as Board to Consider Fund Raising on July 16

admin July 13, 2024

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July 13, 2024

Shares of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited (ZEEL) surged by 7% to Rs 157.20 per share on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) during Friday’s intra-day trade, driven by heavy volumes. This uptick followed the company’s announcement that its board will convene on July 16 to deliberate on a fund-raising plan. In an exchange filing, ZEEL stated, “A meeting of the board of directors of the company is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, inter alia, to consider and approve the raising of funds through the issuance of appropriate instruments along with the terms and conditions of the appropriate instruments, subject to such regulatory/statutory approvals as may be required.” Last month, the board had given its in-principle approval for raising up to Rs 2,000 crore through the issue of securities via various modes, including private placement, qualified institutions placement (QIP), preferential issue, or other methods. By 11:15 AM, ZEEL emerged as the top gainer among the Nifty Midcap 100 index, rising by 6.2% to Rs 156.30. In contrast, the Nifty 50 and Nifty Midcap 100 index saw gains of 0.89% and 0.38%, respectively. A combined 26.16 million shares were traded on the NSE and BSE. Despite this recent surge, ZEEL has underperformed the market in 2024, declining by 45%, compared to a nearly 13% rally in the Nifty 50. The stock hit a 52-week low of Rs 125.50 on June 4, 2024. In its Q4FY24 earnings update, ZEEL mentioned significant ongoing efforts to implement margin improvement interventions across its business. The company anticipates that these efforts will enhance performance, with major costs incurred in Q1FY25 for implementing these interventions. This is expected to impact margins temporarily, with gradual improvement anticipated from Q2FY25. The company aims for industry-leading EBITDA margins of 18-20% by FY26. Emkay Global Financial Services noted that ZEEL’s Q1FY25 performance might be affected by a shift in advertisement spends, projecting marginal growth of 2% year-on-year for Q1 ad revenues. Subscription revenues are expected to grow steadily due to price hikes, while other sales and services should benefit from movie releases and syndication deals. ZEEL’s profitability may be impacted by one-time interventions as it strives to reach its medium-term targets.

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Survey Reveals 66% of Audiences Are Unsatisfied With Disability and Mental Health Representation in Entertainment

admin July 12, 2024

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July 12, 2024

A recent survey conducted by the Inevitable Foundation has highlighted significant dissatisfaction among audiences regarding disability and mental health representation in the entertainment industry. The “Audiences Are Waiting for Hollywood to Greenlight Disability” report surveyed over 1,000 people and revealed that 66% of audiences are “unsatisfied with current representations of disability and mental health in film and TV.” The survey also found that 40% of audiences, both with and without disabilities, are “very likely” to recommend films or TV shows that authentically portray disability or mental health conditions to friends and family. This indicates a strong desire for more genuine representation in entertainment. Regarding viewing habits, the report noted that 35% of people with disabilities watch over 20 hours of television per week, compared to 25% of people without disabilities. Additionally, 20% of all audiences stated they would subscribe to new streaming services or attend more movies in theaters if these platforms included authentic representations of people with disabilities and mental health conditions. Saga Darnell, head of research and public affairs at the Inevitable Foundation, emphasized the clear dissatisfaction with current film and television options related to disability representation. “The findings from the Greenlight Disability Report are clear that all audiences—disabled and non-disabled people—are very unsatisfied with the film and television options available to them when it comes to disability representation,” Darnell said in a statement. The foundation stressed the potential benefits for entertainment industry leaders who invest in authentic disabled storytelling and ensure multi-dimensional portrayals of characters with disabilities and mental health conditions. Such investment could increase audience satisfaction, foster trust, and tap into an underutilized market segment. Inevitable Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to investing in writers and filmmakers with disabilities to destigmatize disability and mental health globally. Their research aims to bridge the data gap around disability in entertainment, exploring the experiences of the disabled population in the industry, on-screen narratives, and the impact of media portrayals on cultural stigma.

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Gautam Gambhir Appointed Indian Cricket Team Head Coach, Will Replace Rahul Dravid

admin July 10, 2024

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July 10, 2024

Gautam Gambhir has been named the next head coach of the Indian cricket team, BCCI secretary Jay Shah confirmed on social media on Wednesday. The former India cricketer will replace Rahul Dravid, whose tenure came to an end after the T20 World Cup 2024. “It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Mr @GautamGambhir as the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team. Modern-day cricket has evolved rapidly, and Gautam has witnessed this changing landscape up close. Having endured the grind and excelled in various roles throughout his career, I am confident that Gautam is the ideal person to steer Indian Cricket forward. His clear vision for #TeamIndia, coupled with his vast experience, positions him perfectly to take on this exciting and most sought-after coaching role. The @BCCI fully supports him as he embarks on this new journey,” Jay Shah posted from his official handle on X (formerly known as Twitter). Earlier, Jay Shah also posted a message for Rahul Dravid, who ended his time as the Indian cricket team head coach by winning the T20 World Cup 2024 during his final assignment. “I express my sincere thanks and gratitude to Mr Rahul Dravid whose highly successful tenure as the Head Coach draws to a close. Under his guidance, #TeamIndia emerged as a dominant force across formats, including being crowned ICC Men’s T20 World Cup champions!” India became the first team ever to win the T20 World Cup title without losing a single game. The Rohit Sharma-led side played some brilliant cricket and claimed the title by beating South Africa in the final.

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Shane Nigam Announces His 25th Film: ‘THE HEROIC BLOODSHED BEGINS’ – See Post

admin July 5, 2024

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July 5, 2024

Shane Nigam reveals his 25th film, an action thriller centered around kabaddi players. The Malayalam-Tamil bilingual movie will feature actors from both languages. Stay tuned for more updates on this upcoming project. Shane Nigam, who recently delivered ‘Little Hearts’, has announced his 25th film. On Thursday, July 4, Shane Nigam took to his social media handle and announced his next film, an actioner. The upcoming film is written and directed by debutant Unni Sivalingam, who previously worked as an assistant director in Saheed Arafath’s Thankam (2023). In his social media post, Shane Nigam launched the announcement poster and wrote, “THE HEROIC BLOODSHED BEGINS.” Announcing Shane Nigam’s 25th film under the banner of STK Frames. Produced by Santhosh T. Kuruvilla and Binu Alexander George. Written and Directed by Unni Sivalingam. Gear up for an Intense Action Thriller. An action thriller, the upcoming Shane Nigam starrer is said to be centered around four kabaddi players. The film is a Malayalam-Tamil bilingual film, with actors from both languages playing pivotal roles. Palakkad and Coimbatore are the major locations of the film. The upcoming film will go on floors soon. The makers have kept the rest of the cast and crew under wraps. On the work front, Shane Nigam’s recent film was Aby Treesa Paul and Anto Jose Pereira’s ‘Little Hearts’. ETimes rated the film 2.5 out of 5 and wrote, “The film directed and co-written by Aby Treesa Paul, Anto Jose Periera, along with Rajesh Pinnadan, who also shares a writing credit, could have been a sweet enough, feel-good romance with some good lessons for the audience, but it needed a proper tightening at the writing and making stages. As it is now, the key moments feel lost as the story progresses, particularly with a messy resolution.”  

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Rohit Sharma Urges Calm as India Prepares for T20 World Cup Final Against South Africa

admin June 28, 2024

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June 28, 2024

India captain Rohit Sharma has called for calm and composure from his team as they aim to secure their second ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title against South Africa on Saturday. India secured their spot in the T20 World Cup final with a commanding 68-run victory over England in Guyana on Thursday. They will now face South Africa, the only other unbeaten team in the tournament, at Kensington Oval in Barbados. Rohit emphasized the importance of maintaining the same mindset that has brought them success so far in the tournament. He stressed that staying calm and composed is crucial for making good decisions throughout the game. The experienced skipper is determined to break India’s recent drought at ICC tournaments and add a second T20 World Cup trophy to their collection, the first being in 2007 in South Africa. “We’ve been very calm as a team,” Rohit said after India’s semi-final victory. “We do understand the occasion (in the final), but for us, it’s important to keep calm and composed. That helps us make good decisions. We need to make good decisions through the 40 overs. In this game too, we were steady and calm, and didn’t panic too much. That has been the key for us. Yes, we do understand the occasion is important, but we need to play good cricket as well.” Rohit led from the front in the semi-final, top-scoring for India with a well-compiled half-century at the top of the order. Suryakumar Yadav supported with a crucial cameo of 47, helping India post a competitive total of 171/7 after being put in to bat first by England captain Jos Buttler. India’s spinners played a pivotal role in the match, with Kuldeep Yadav (3/19), Axar Patel (3/23), and Ravindra Jadeja (0/16) taking six wickets between them and keeping England’s chase in check. Rohit praised his spinners for their calm execution under pressure. “They are gun spinners,” the India skipper said. “When conditions are like that in front of them, it’s very difficult to play some shots. Yes, the pressure is on them to execute those balls, but they were very calm and knew what to bowl. We had a chat after the first innings: the plan was to hit the stumps as much as possible and keep the stumps in play and that’s what they did.”

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India vs Bangladesh, T20 World Cup 2024: Playing XI Prediction, Head-to-Head Stats, Pitch Report, and Weather Update

admin June 22, 2024

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June 22, 2024

After starting their Super Eight campaign with a thumping 47-run victory against Afghanistan, the Rohit Sharma-led India will take on Bangladesh in their second match of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Saturday. Bangladesh produced their best-ever showing at the T20 World Cup by winning three matches in the group stage to qualify for the Super Eights. However, the Tigers were handed a 28-run DLS defeat by Australia in their opening Super Eight fixture. They take on India next. Here’s a look at the Playing XI predictions, head-to-head stats, venue records, pitch, and weather updates ahead of the IND vs BAN match. India Predicted XI: Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah. India Player to Watch: Virat Kohli’s form has been a concern for India in the ongoing tournament. The former India captain has mustered only 29 runs in four matches so far. Kohli, who is opening with Rohit Sharma, will be looking to get some runs under his belt against Bangladesh. Bangladesh Predicted XI: Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das (wk), Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman. Bangladesh Player to Watch: The underperformance of openers Litton Das and Tanzid Khan has compounded Bangladesh’s woes. Tanzid Hasan’s form is a concern since, despite striking an unbeaten 58 to help Bangladesh prevent a 3-0 whitewash against the USA late last month, he has reached double digits only twice in six innings. India vs Bangladesh Squads: India: Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, Hardik Pandya (vc), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj. Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Shakib Al Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman, Jaker Ali, Tanvir Islam, Shoriful Islam, Soumya Sarkar. India vs Bangladesh Head-to-Head: Matches Played: 13, India Won: 12, Bangladesh Won: 1. India vs Bangladesh Pitch Report: Bangladesh’s 140 versus Australia suggests there was something in the surface, but Australia managed to score at almost nine an over in the chase. India vs Bangladesh Weather Report: According to weather.com, between 10 AM to 2 PM local time, during which the match should ideally finish, the temperature will be around 30 degrees Celsius. The weather will be mostly sunny, and there is no chance of rain. IND vs BAN Livestreaming Details: The India vs Bangladesh T20 World Cup match will be streamed on the Hotstar App and telecast on the Star Sports Network on June 22, Saturday from 8 PM IST.

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India vs Afghanistan Highlights T20 World Cup 2024: Bumrah, Arshdeep Help India Beat Afghanistan by 47 Runs

admin June 21, 2024

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June 21, 2024

India secured a convincing 47-run victory over Afghanistan in their Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. The Indian bowling unit, led by Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh, played a crucial role in restricting Afghanistan’s batting efforts. India’s batting performance was led by Rohit Sharma, who scored 43 runs off 30 balls. The Indian captain’s innings was supported by Virat Kohli, who contributed 34 runs off 24 balls. The duo’s partnership helped India post a respectable total of 185 runs. In response, Afghanistan’s batting struggled to gain momentum. Their top-order batsmen, including Hazratullah Zazai and Usman Ghani, failed to make significant contributions. The Afghan team managed to score only 138 runs in their allotted 20 overs, ultimately falling short of the target by 47 runs. Bumrah and Arshdeep were the standout bowlers for India, taking three and two wickets respectively. The Indian duo’s impressive bowling display helped to restrict Afghanistan’s scoring and secure the win. India’s victory over Afghanistan has boosted their chances of advancing to the semifinals of the T20 World Cup 2024. The team will look to continue their winning momentum in their upcoming matches.  

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