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India Today
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Virat Kohli has given me tips, I have trained with him: Anaya Bangar
Anaya Bangar, daughter of former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar, reminisced about her interaction with Virat Kohli. She shared that she had trained with Kohli alongside her father, who has represented India in 12 Test matches and 15 One-Day who gained attention last year for her hormonal transformation, said she had taken advice from Kohli, who encouraged her to focus on her I've met him multiple times and trained with him—alongside my dad as well. He's given me a few tips, watched me bat, and I've had the chance to see him bat up close,' Bangar told Filmygyan.'I once asked him how he handles pressure at the highest level. He told me that he practices to a point where he fully understands his strengths and trusts them. He knows exactly what he can do on the field, and he simply believes in that,' Bangar said.'Once you truly know yourself and your game, everything else falls into place,' Bangar Wednesday, May 14, Anaya Bangar shared a post on social media featuring a video of herself playing cricket. She was seen confidently playing on the front foot, showcasing solid defensive shots and elegant straight drives. Captioning the clip, she wrote, 'Just letting you guys know that I have something huge coming up!' advertisement View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anaya Bangar (@anayabangar)As far as Kohli is concerned, on Monday, May 12, he retired from Test cricket as India's fourth-highest run-scorer. Kohli made his Test debut back in 2011 against the West Indies in Jamaica and last played in the New Year's Test against Australia earlier this year at the Sydney Cricket year, Kohli retired from T20Is and is now an active cricketer for India only in ODIs. Kohli is now set to play for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as the Indian Premier League (IPL) is scheduled to resume on May Reel
India.com
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Anaya Bangar reunites with Sarfaraz Khan and his father, Musheer gives it a miss
Sarfaraz Khan, Anaya Bangar, Naushad Khan New Delhi: Anaya Bangar, child of ex-Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar, shared photos and videos online depicting a close relationship with Sarfaraz Khan and his family. The posts highlight the strong connection between Anaya and the Khans. 'We held bats before we held phones. Friends since the beginning,' wrote in her caption. 'Missed you @musheerkhan.97,' she added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anaya Bangar (@anayabangar) Sarfaraz Ahmed, a 27-year-old cricketer with six Test appearances for India, including a top score of 150, did not feature in the IPL 2025 after going unsold at last year's auction in Jeddah. His IPL career included stints with Royal Challengers Bangalore, Punjab Kings, and Delhi Capitals. Musheer was drafted by the Punjab Kings in 2014 for his base price of 30 lakhs. Despite being part of the 2024 India U19 World Cup team, he remains uncapped. Anaya recently gained attention for candidly discussing her gender transition in an interview with Lallantop. She described both the supportive and negative experiences she encountered within the sports community. 'There has been support and there have been some harassment as well…There have been a few cricketers who randomly sent me nude pictures of them,' Anaya told Lallantop. In November, Anaya, formerly known as Aryan and assigned male at birth, publicly documented her transition on social media. She began hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in 2023 and is transitioning to live as a transgender woman.
India.com
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Anaya Bangar's Emotional Reunion With Sarfaraz Khan's Family Goes Viral: ‘We Held Bats Before Phones'
In a heartwarming moment that tugged at the strings of nostalgia and resilience, Anaya Bangar, daughter of former India allrounder Sanjay Bangar, recently reunited with childhood friend and India Test cricketer Sarfaraz Khan. The bond between the two cricketers, forged on dusty maidans long before smartphones became a staple, was beautifully encapsulated in Anaya's Instagram post: 'We held bats before we held phones. Friends since the beginning.' Accompanied by a series of candid pictures and a video featuring Sarfaraz's young daughter, Romana Zahoor, the reunion was more than just a casual meet-up—it was a powerful reminder of friendship, identity, and the relentless spirit of those who dare to be themselves. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anaya Bangar (@anayabangar) Musheer Misses Out as Nostalgia Takes Center Stage Although Sarfaraz's younger brother Musheer Khan couldn't join the reunion due to IPL commitments with Punjab Kings, Anaya didn't forget to tag him: 'Missed you @musheerkhan.97.' The gesture further underlined the familial warmth and the deep connections she shares with the Khan household, led by their cricket-obsessed father Naushad Khan, who has coached both his sons into the domestic and international spotlight. Sarfaraz Khan: Between Highs and Uncertainty Sarfaraz Khan's cricketing journey has been as eventful as it has been emotional. Despite a promising Test debut and a commendable highest score of 150, Sarfaraz went unsold at the IPL 2025 auction held in Jeddah. His exclusion from the league remains a talking point, especially considering his domestic dominance and short yet impactful stint with Delhi Capitals, Punjab Kings, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Yet, his absence from the IPL has seemingly brought him closer to his roots, both literally and metaphorically, as evident from this reunion. Anaya Bangar's Journey: Resilience Beyond the Crease While the social media posts radiated warmth and childhood camaraderie, Anaya's story is also one of intense struggle and transformation. Assigned male at birth and formerly known as Aryan Bangar, she began her gender transition in 2023 through Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). The shift, although deeply personal and affirming, came with professional sacrifices. In a candid interview with Lallantop, Anaya revealed the brutal realities she faced after coming out as a transgender woman: 'My father was just stating facts—there's no place for me in cricket. So, I knew I had to take a stand for myself.' Cricket, Society, and the Silence in Between The emotional scars run deep. Anaya bravely opened up about facing harassment, exclusion, and even mental health crises, including suicidal thoughts. Her testimony about inappropriate behavior from fellow cricketers—including unsolicited explicit messages and advances—has sparked crucial conversations around gender identity and safety in Indian sports. 'I still had space from my family's point of view. But it wasn't there in society, cricket, or the exterior world,' she stated, laying bare the dichotomy between personal support and institutional neglect.
News18
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
'We Held Bats Before We Held Phones': Anaya Bangar Spends Time With 'Best Friend' Sarfaraz Khan And His Family
Last Updated: Anaya Bangar, daughter of former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar, has shared pictures and clips of her meeting with old friend Sarfaraz Khan and his family. Anaya Bangar, daughter of former India allrounder Sanjay Bangar, met her old friend Sarfaraz Khan with whom she grew up playing cricket. Anaya spent time with the family of Sarfaraz and shared a series of pictures and a cute video of the India Test cricketer's young kid Romana Zahoor. 'We held bats before we held phones. Friends since the beginning," Anaya captioned the post and added, 'Missed you @musheerkhan.97" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anaya Bangar (@anayabangar) Musheer, the younger brother of Sarfaraz, is currently with the Punjab Kings squad for the ongoing IPL 2025. Anaya recently opened up on the challenges she faced after going through the transition that dented her hopes of playing cricket at a professional level. 'My father was just stating the fact that there's no place for me in cricket. So, I knew I had to take a stand for myself," Anaya said in an interview with Lallantop. Such was the state of her mind that Anaya even contemplated suicide given the attitude of the society. 'I dealt with suicidal thoughts as a result, because I felt that the entire world was against me," she said. While Anaya's family stood behind her, the system failed her. 'It's horrible that the decision I took (hormone therapy to transition), for my well-being and identity, has left me with no space in this system. Even basic opportunities and rights are denied. I still had space for myself from the family point of view. But it wasn't there in society, cricket or the exterior world," she said. In a stunning claim, Anaya also claimed how she dealt with support and harassment from fellow cricketers. She was verbally abused, received nudes from a veteran cricketer and was propositioned by a former player. 'There have been a few cricketers who randomly sent me nude pictures of them. The person used to give gaalis in front of everybody. The same person then used to come and sit beside me and ask for my photos. There was another instance, when I was in India, I told a puraane (veteran) cricketer about my situation. He told me let's go in the car, I want to sleep with you," she said.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Held bats before phones': Anaya Bangar meets her best friend Sarfaraz Khan after three years
Anaya Bangar with Sarfaraz Khan and Naushad Khan. (Instagram) New Delhi: Anaya Bangar , daughter of former India cricketer and coach Sanjay Bangar , on Tuesday paid a visit to her childhood friend Sarfaraz Khan . Sarfaraz and Anaya grew up playing cricket together in Mumbai. The 25-year-old, who publicly came out last year and shared her journey of transformation through hormone replacement therapy and gender-affirming surgery , was formerly known as Aryan. She shared photos on Instagram chilling with Sarfaraz Khan's father Naushad, brother Moin, and his toddler son. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "We held bats before we held phones. Friends since the beginning. Missed you @musheerkhan.97," she wrote on her Instagram. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Sarfaraz even posted a story for Anaya and revealed his excitement about meeting his childhood friend after a gap of three years. He said: "Today is a very special day. It's been a year since we bought the Thar. We modified the vehicle, and this day is also very special as I am meeting my best friend Anaya Bangar after three years," said Sarfaraz. Last week, Anaya revealed facing harassment within the cricket world after her gender-affirming surgery. She received nude photos from cricketers and faced verbal abuse, including a proposition from a former player. Who's that IPL player? 'There has been support, and there has been some harassment as well,' Anaya said during an interview with Lallantop, reflecting on her journey. When asked how fellow cricketers responded after her gender-affirming surgery, Anaya said: 'There have been a few cricketers who randomly sent me nude pictures of themselves.' She also shared more distressing experiences: 'The person used to give gaalis (slang for abuses) in front of everybody. The same person would then come and sit beside me and ask for my photos. There was another instance when I was in India, and I told a puraane (veteran) cricketer about my situation. He told me, 'Let's go in the car, I want to sleep with you.'' Get the latest IPL 2025 updates on Times of India , including match schedules , team squads , points table and IPL live score for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Don't miss the list of players in the race for IPL Orange Cap and IPL Purple cap .
