Elon Musk praised Indian strongman Vispy Kharadi for achieving a Guinness World Record in the Hercules Pillars Hold. Kharadi, a black belt holder and BSF commando trainer, set the record in Surat by holding 160 kg pillars for 2 minutes and 10.75 seconds. The feat, recognized by Guinness World Records, highlights his incredible endurance. A 13-time record holder, Kharadi also crushed 89 drink cans by hand in a minute and bent 24 iron bars with his head. His latest achievement showcases India’s strength on the global stage.

Delhi Capitals (DC) have named South African batter Faf Du Plessis as vice-captain for IPL 2025, supporting Axar Patel, who was earlier announced as captain. The 40-year-old, with vast T20 experience, has played 145 IPL matches, scoring 4,571 runs at an average of 35.99. He previously captained Dubai for three seasons, leading them to two playoff appearances. KL Rahul, linked to a leadership role, opted out. DC, which acquired Du Plessis for ₹2 crore, will start their campaign against Lucknow Super Giants on March 24 in Vizag. Fans await Axar-Faf’s leadership duo in the upcoming season.

Anushka Sharma shared a cryptic Instagram post after Virat Kohli criticized the BCCI’s family time restrictions for cricketers. She wrote, “A different version of you exists in the minds of everyone who knows you.” Kohli, speaking in Bangalore, expressed disappointment over the new rule, saying families provide emotional grounding. “Maybe rule-makers who don’t understand this need to be kept away,” he said. The couple’s reaction has sparked debate among cricket fans. Kohli has often been accompanied by Anushka and their children on international tours.

The Palestine Football Association (PFA) unveiled its 26-member men's squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers through a poignant video filmed in war-torn Gaza. The 3.11-minute video begins with a boy in a Palestinian football jersey juggling a ball by the Gaza seashore. He discovers a portrait of national team defender Musab Battat among the rocks. As he ventures into the devastated city, other children join him, each finding portraits of different players amidst the rubble. The children eventually gather at a dilapidated football field, hanging the portraits on a rusty goalpost before playing together, symbolizing resilience amid adversity. The Palestinian team is scheduled to face Jordan on March 20 and Iraq on March 25. Initially hoping to host these matches at Faisal Al-Husseini Stadium near Jerusalem, the PFA was compelled to relocate the games to Amman International Stadium in Jordan due to security concerns and restrictions imposed by the Asian Football Confederation. Ehab Abu Jazar serves as the head coach of the team.

Cricket analyst Aakash Chopra highlights the Gujarat Titans' (GT) formidable top order ahead of IPL 2025, featuring Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, and new acquisition Jos Buttler. Chopra emphasizes their reliability and anticipates they could occupy up to 60% of the team's batting overs throughout the season. He also notes GT's strengthened pace attack with the additions of Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada, complementing their existing bowling lineup. Chopra concludes that GT's robust batting and bowling combinations position them as strong contenders for the upcoming tournament.

Former cricketer Aakash Chopra believes IPL 2025 is pivotal for Rishabh Pant's return to India's T20I squad. Playing for Lucknow Super Giants, Pant has the chance to reclaim his spot by delivering standout performances. Chopra advises Pant to focus on his own game rather than competing directly with current first-choice wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson. He suggests Pant should strategically choose his batting position, ideally at No. 3 or No. 4, to maximize impact. Chopra also hints at potential changes in the T20I lineup before the upcoming T20 World Cup, emphasizing that strong IPL performances could influence selections.

Virat Kohli has expressed concerns over the BCCI's recent restrictions on players' family presence during tours. Following India's 3-1 loss to Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the BCCI mandated that players' immediate families can join them only after the first two weeks of tours exceeding 45 days, with a maximum stay of 14 days; for shorter tours, family presence is limited to one week. Kohli emphasized the grounding effect of having family around during intense periods, stating that it brings balance and normalcy. He prefers returning to his family over isolating in his room, highlighting that this support allows players to handle responsibilities better and maintain a sense of normal life amidst professional commitments.

  In a 2014 'Walk the Talk' interview, Balbir Singh, one of India's greatest hockey center-forwards, reflected on his illustrious career and hopes for the sport's future in India. Singh, a three-time Olympic gold medalist (1948 London, 1952 Helsinki, 1956 Melbourne), still holds the record for most goals in an Olympic final, scoring five goals in India's 6-1 victory over the Netherlands in 1952. He also led India to its only Hockey World Cup win in 1975 as chief coach and manager. Singh expressed a deep sense of nationalism, stating that playing for the national flag and hearing the national anthem after victories were profoundly special experiences. He hoped for a resurgence in Indian hockey and wished for his scoring record to be broken by a fellow Indian, symbolizing progress in the sport. 

In a nail-biting Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 final at Mumbai's Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai Indians (MI) edged out Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight runs to secure their second title. Opting to bat first, MI posted a competitive total of 149/7, propelled by captain Harmanpreet Kaur's stellar 66 off 44 balls. Nat Sciver-Brunt contributed a valuable 30 runs and later excelled with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for 30 runs. In response, DC's chase was thwarted by disciplined MI bowling, with Sciver-Brunt dismissing key batter Meg Lanning early. Despite a resilient 55 from Jemimah Rodrigues, DC fell short, concluding at 141/8. MI's Amelia Kerr emerged as the tournament's leading wicket-taker with 18 scalps, while Sciver-Brunt's all-round performance earned her the Most Valuable Player award.

Virat Kohli has firmly dismissed recent retirement speculations, asserting his continued passion for cricket. Speaking at the RCB Innovation Lab, Kohli addressed fans directly: "Don't get nervous. I'm not making any announcements. As of now, everything is fine. I still love playing the game." Emphasizing his commitment, Kohli mentioned he plays for the "pure joy" of the sport and aims to leave no "unfinished business" before retiring. He acknowledged the challenges of maintaining peak performance with age but remains driven by his competitive spirit. Reflecting on his career trajectory, Kohli noted, "Once I'm done, I will be gone, you won't see me for a while." Kohli's statements come amid a backdrop of significant transitions in Indian cricket, notably the recent retirement of off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. Ashwin's unexpected departure has intensified discussions about the future of senior players. However, Kohli's reaffirmation of his dedication provides clarity and assurance to fans and the cricketing community.