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News18
3 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Rajat Patidar Becomes 5th Indian To Reach IPL Final In 1st Year As Captain
Last Updated: Rajat Patidar-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Punjab Kings by 8 wickets in the first qualifier of IPL 2025 played in Mullanpur on Thursday (May 29). Rajat Patidar was appointed as Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain in February 2025, and on Thursday (May 29), he joined MS Dhoni, Anil Kumble, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya in an elite list by becoming the fifth Indian to qualify for the IPL final in his first year as captain. Under Patidar's leadership, RCB hammered Punjab Kings by 8 wickets in the first qualifier of IPL 2025, played at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh, to book a place in the summit clash of IPL 2025. Patidar won the toss and invited PBKS to bat first, after which the Shreyas Iyer-led side could only manage to post a total of 101 runs on the board in 14.1 overs. The target of 102 runs was not a tough one to chase down, and the three-time losing finalists achieved the objective in 10 overs for the loss of two wickets. Dhoni was the first Indian to reach the IPL final in his first year as captain. He achieved the feat in 2008 for the Chennai Super Kings. Anil Kumble led RCB in 2009, and he also captained the Bengaluru-based franchise to the final, but like CSK, RCB also finished as runner-up. Indians to reach IPL final in 1st year as captain Rohit was appointed as Mumbai Indians captain in the middle of IPL 2013, and he led the Mumbai-based franchise to a title win by getting the better of Dhoni's CSK in the final. Hardik Pandya equalled Rohit's feat by winning the IPL title with Gujarat Titans in 2022. After becoming only the fourth RCB captain after Kumble, Daniel Vettori and Virat Kohli to reach the IPL final, Patidar would like to enter his name in the history books on Tuesday (June 3) by becoming the first captain to win an IPL title for RCB. In the final of IPL 2025, which is scheduled to take place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 3, RCB will face the winner of the second qualifier match, which will be played between Punjab Kings and the winner of the eliminator match between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians on Friday (May 30) in Mullanpur. First Published: May 29, 2025, 22:04 IST
Hans India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Anil Kumble nominated as Forest department ambassador: Khandre
Bengaluru: Renowned sportsperson and former cricketer Anil Kumble will be nominated as the Forest and Wildlife Ambassador, Forest, Ecology and Environment Minister Eshwara B Khandre said. Speaking at a press conference at the Vidhana Soudha Conference Hall on the occasion of completing 2 years since he took oath as a minister, he said that Anil Kumble, who has previously served as the Vice-President of the Karnataka Wildlife Board, is of world-class fame and will create awareness among the public about forest conservation, forest development, tree conservation and wildlife conservation. Anil Kumble has immense concern for wildlife. He has a love for forests. Hence, he has agreed to become an ambassador without receiving any remuneration, Eshwara Khandre clarified. The government has decided to save and develop the breathing spaces in Bangalore and has decided to build another huge park on 153 acres of Madappanahalli near Yelahanka, he said. Lalbagh in Bangalore was built during the time of Hyder Ali, Cubbon Park was built during the British era. Even after a century, another huge park has not been built in Bangalore. Therefore, he said that the 153 acres of land that he gave to the Karnataka Forest Development Corporation for cultivating Nilgiri after becoming the Forest Minister will be taken back to the Forest Department on June 2 and a park will be built there. The world is facing the effects of global warming and climate change. During this period, increasing the green cover is the responsibility of the Forest Conservation and Management Department. In the last 2 years, about 8848 Vanamahotsava have been held, about 8.5 crore saplings have been planted and nurtured in forest areas, roadsides and government land. He gave details that a total of 120975 hectares of plantations, 25 new arboretums and 35 God's forests have been constructed in the years 2023-24 and 2024-25. Eshwar Khandre also said that in the last 2 years, a total of 3.70 crore saplings have been distributed to farmers for planting in their own fields and for planting in other fields. Land is precious in Bengaluru city. Forest land has been encroached here for decades, and in the two years since he became the minister, he said that he has cleared 128 acres of forest land worth about Rs 4000 crore. There is a rare grassland in Heeraghatta in Bengaluru city. It is a breeding ground for hundreds of species of birds, and there was a struggle for decades to save such a beautiful environment. He said that after he became the minister, despite many pressures, he declared 5678 acres of the Greater Heeraghatta Protected Grassland to protect the rare grassland around Hesaraghatta Lake. In the last 2 years, 6251.31 acres of forest worth crores of rupees have been cleared in 1205 encroachment cases. He said that encroachment clearance is a continuous process. There was a demand to start a leopard safari in Bannerghatta National Park, which is located near Bangalore, and he launched it after becoming a minister, and it has become a centre of attraction. He said that the number of tourists visiting the park has increased. As per the recommendations of the district level committees, an area of 3,30,186.93 hectares has been notified as protected forest or deemed forest as per specific sectoral norms. Eshwar Khandre said that since the land identified in this way includes a government office, hospital, and patta land, a request has been made to the Supreme Court and a committee has been formed to revise and submit it, he said. Now is the last chance, and it has been decided to provide compensation by providing alternative land to the area that has already been submitted to the Supreme Court as a protected forest, while maintaining the area of the protected area at 3,30,186.93 hectares. He said that this work is in progress. The central government-owned HMT has been completely banned from selling 444 acres of forest land worth about Rs 14,300 crore to many organizations, including real estate companies. It has been decided to take back this forest land and keep it as a park, and a legal battle has been fought for this, the Forest Minister said.
Hans India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Hans India
Anil Kumble thanks Karnataka govt after being named State Forest and Wildlife Ambassador
Bengaluru: Anil Kumble, former India captain and the country's highest-ever wicket-taker in Test cricket, has thanked the Karnataka government for appointing him as the Karnataka State Forest and Wildlife Ambassador. Kumble is a known wildlife enthusiast and photographer who takes part in regular environmental protection activities in the state. "I would like to express my gratitude to the Government of Karnataka and the Minister of Forests, Shri @eshwar_khandre, for appointing me as the Ambassador of Karnataka State Forest Department and Wildlife Conservation," wrote Kumble in a post in Kannada on X. "I will strive to continue my work towards creating awareness about the diversity of flora and fauna of our state, supporting wildlife conservation and the development of the frontline personnel of the Forest Department," wrote Kumble. Kumble's appointment was announced earlier in the day via a social media post by the state's Forest Minister. "In the interest of forest and environment conservation and with the aim of creating awareness among the public, we have decided to nominate renowned cricketer and former Indian team captain Shri @anilkumble1074 as the Karnataka State Forest and Wildlife Ambassador," said Eshwar Khandre, the Minister of Forests in the Karnataka government. "Mr. Kumble has recently served as the Vice Chairman of the Karnataka Wildlife Board. His immense concern for wildlife, devotion to forests, and reputation in the social sphere make him the most suitable person for this responsibility," the Minister said in a post in Kannada on X. "It is a matter of pride that they have agreed to this service without receiving any remuneration and with a completely social purpose. "I am confident that this decision will give a new direction and vitality to forest conservation, wildlife protection, and environmental awareness in our state," the Minister said in his post.
Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Anil Kumble to be named Forest and Wildlife ambassador: Karnataka minister
Former cricketer Anil Kumble will be nominated as the Forest and Wildlife Ambassador , Forest, Biology and Environment Minister Eshwar B Khandre said on Tuesday. Addressing reporters, Khandre said Anil Kumble, who previously served as Vice-President of the Karnataka Wildlife Board, is of world-class fame and will help create awareness among the public about forest conservation , forest development, tree preservation, and wildlife conservation . "Anil Kumble has an immense concern for wildlife. He loves forests. Hence, he has agreed to become an ambassador without receiving any remuneration," Khandre said. As Tuesday marked his two years as Forest Minister, Khandre also shared a glimpse of his achievements and future plans. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top Public Speaking Course for Children Planet Spark Book Now Undo Khandre said that in the last two years, about 8,848 'vanamahotsavas' have been held, and approximately 8.5 crore saplings have been planted and nurtured in forest areas, along roadsides, and on government land. In the years 2023-24 and 2024-25, a total of 1,20,975 hectares of plantations, 25 new arboretums, and 35 forests have been developed, he added. Live Events Khandre also said that in the last two years, a total of 3.70 crore saplings have been distributed to farmers for planting in their own fields and elsewhere. The minister said the state government has decided to build another major park on 153 acres in Madappanahalli near Yelahanka. "Lalbagh in Bengaluru was built during the time of Hyder Ali; Cubbon Park was built during the British era. Even after a century, another large park has not been built in Bengaluru. Therefore, after I became the Forest Minister, the 153 acres of land that had been given to the Karnataka Forest Development Corporation for growing Nilgiri will be taken back by the Forest Department on June 2, and a park will be built there," he said. The foundation stone for the park will be laid in two months, Khandre told reporters. The minister expressed concern that forest land in Bengaluru has been encroached upon for decades. In the last two years, 128 acres of encroached forest land have been cleared. According to him, the market value of the cleared land is around Rs 4,000 crore. Khandre alleged that the central government-owned HMT has been completely barred from selling 444 acres of forest land-worth about Rs 14,300 crore, that it holds to various organisations, including real estate companies. "It has been decided to reclaim this forest land and preserve it as a park, and a legal battle has been launched. A petition is currently being heard in the Supreme Court," he said.
India.com
15-05-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Anil Kumble picks this player to fill Virat Kohli's no.4 spot in Test Cricket, it's not Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill or KL Rahul
Anil Kumble. (PIC - X) New Delhi: For the last ten years, Virat Kohli has been India's fixture at No. 4 in Test cricket. However, after his recent announcement of stepping back from the format, the Indian team management now faces the task of finding an appropriate replacement for the upcoming five-match Test series against England. The Indian squad is set to travel to England in June, with the series beginning in Leeds. KL Rahul and Shubman Gill are considered top contenders for the important No. 4 spot in India's batting lineup. Moreover, ex-Indian cricketer Anil Kumble has proposed that Karun Nair might be a strong option for the role. Kumble, now a well-regarded cricket pundit, feels Nair has the abilities required to succeed at this level. 'I don't think anybody thought through who's going to bat at No. 4. Rohit in Australia didn't play the first Test, so there was a change in the batting order. Once Rahul did well, Rohit dropped down the order, and then he dropped himself from the XI in that last Test. So you sort of know who is the backup opener for India, but I don't think anyone thought through No.4,' was quoted as saying to ESPNCricinfo. 'Karun deserves to come back into the Indian team with the kind of domestic run he has had. So perhaps he could be the No. 4 for India because I feel you need a bit of experience. You need someone in England who has been there and done that. He has played county cricket, so he knows the conditions. Karun may be on the other side of 30, but he is still young. If he gets an opportunity, there will be a lot more hope for youngsters to play first-class cricket. If the sheer performance in domestic cricket doesn't get recognised, it becomes a bit of a challenge,' he concluded. Karun Nair, one of just two Indian players to score a triple century in Test cricket, has been in remarkable form playing for Vidarbha in domestic tournaments. His impressive batting displays have set him up for a possible return to the Test team after almost eight years, with the chance to join the squad for the upcoming series in England. Karun Nair's most recent Test appearance was in 2017 against Australia in Dharamsala, and he has not been called up to the national side since the 2018 England tour. However, he is likely to be named in the India A squad for the upcoming series against the England Lions, which will feature two four-day matches during the May-June period. This series will act as preparation for the five-match Test series against England. A standout performance in these games could open the door for Nair's return to the international arena.
