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India.com
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Sanjana Ganesan: From Miss India Finalist To Cricket's Leading Lady
photoDetails english 2896952 Sanjana Ganesan, born in Pune in 1991, is a prominent Indian sports anchor, TV presenter, and former model. She began her career in modeling, becoming a finalist in Femina Miss India Pune 2013, and later appeared on MTV Splitsvilla. Transitioning to sports broadcasting, she joined Star Sports in 2016 and has hosted major events like the ICC World Cups and IPL. She also worked with Kolkata Knight Riders and hosted the ISL and IPL auctions. Married to Indian cricketer Jasprit Bumrah since 2021, Sanjana is known for her strong on-screen presence and reportedly charges ₹20–40 lakh per appearance. Updated:May 07, 2025, 09:58 AM IST 1. Sanjana Ganesan's Net Worth Will Shock You 1 / 19 With an estimated net worth of ₹8 crore and TV appearance charges between ₹20–40 lakh, Sanjana Ganesan ranks among the highest-paid sports anchors in India, showing how passion can pay—literally. 2. From MTV Splitsvilla to Star Sports—Her Career Pivot is Inspiring 2 / 19 Sanjana first appeared on TV in MTV Splitsvilla Season 7, but a mid-season injury cut her stint short. She turned the setback into a career-defining shift toward sports journalism and cricket hosting. 3. She's Covered Every Major Cricket Tournament Since 2016 3 / 19 From the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup to the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup, Sanjana has been on the frontlines of global tournaments, making her a go-to cricket presenter for millions. 4. She's Not Just About Cricket—She Hosted the ISL Too 4 / 19 Besides cricket, Sanjana Ganesan expanded her presence into football broadcasting, hosting the Indian Super League (ISL) and cementing her status as a multi-sport TV anchor. 5. Model, Miss India Finalist, and Pageant Winner 5 / 19 Before entering the media world, Sanjana was a Miss India 2013 finalist and won Femina's 'Officially Gorgeous' contest, proving her versatility in both fashion and media. 6. Her IPL Journey Started With Kolkata Knight Riders 6 / 19 Sanjana hosted exclusive content like The Knight Club for Kolkata Knight Riders, giving fans insider access and building her reputation as a fan-favorite face in IPL coverage. 7. She Co-Hosted Star Sports' Viral Show 'Match Point' 7 / 19 Sanjana's witty takes and deep knowledge made her a hit on 'Match Point' and 'Cheeky Singles', two Star Sports shows that gained traction during IPL and World Cup seasons. 8. Tech Graduate Turned Media Star 8 / 19 She holds a from Symbiosis Institute of Technology, proving that you can go from engineering to TV anchoring without skipping a beat, if you've got the passion. 9. Her Love Story with Jasprit Bumrah Started During IPL 9 / 19 Sparks flew when they met during an IPL interview in 2013, and the duo tied the knot in 2021 in a private ceremony—blending cricket with a modern-day fairy tale. 10. She Defended Her Baby Against Trolls—And Won Hearts 10 / 19 Sanjana made headlines in 2025 for slamming trolls who targeted her one-year-old son, showcasing her strength as both a public figure and a protective mom. 11 / 19 12 / 19 13 / 19 14 / 19 15 / 19 16 / 19 17 / 19 18 / 19 19 / 19
NDTV
01-05-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Found Ball Tampering And Security Issues Challenging: Just-Retired ICC Match Referee David Boon
Just-retired ICC match referee David Boon says ball tampering and security issues were the biggest challenges that he found "confronting" during his 14-year tenure in the position. Boon officiated in 87 Tests, 183 ODIs and 119 T20Is in the men's game and seven women's T20Is. The 64-year-old former Australia opener, who will join Cricket Australia (CA) as director to continue his long-standing association with the sport, looked back at the joys and challenges of officiating in international matches. "I think there are challenges that you have to meet everyday. You learn something everyday. I suppose there are certain things that are a bit more confronting, I found. "When I first started one of those (challenges) was ball tampering which I found very confronting... To basically accuse somebody of not doing the right thing," Boon said in a video shared by ICC on X. "And when there is a security and safety issue they were extremely challenging. One sadly here in Dhaka, Bangladesh and one in Christchurch, but you worked through it ... You take 10 deep breaths and off you go," Boon said, referring to Mosque attack in New Zealand in March 2019. Boon, whose involvement with competitive cricket began as a teenager in the 1978/79 season when he made his playing debut for Tasmania, ended his international career with 13,386 runs and 26 centuries across 12 years. Boon, who has served as national selector for 11 years from 2000 and oversaw a golden period for the men's team when it won two ICC World Cups and two Champions Trophy title, also shared his thoughts on the pace of the game and termed it a matter of concern. "I'm not sure about the over rates, whether we've got that right. Pace of play can be an issue," Boon said. "I'd hope from an administrative point of view we have a massive umbrella over cricket, and every nation looks at themselves as being under that umbrella form rather than their own little pieces of turf," Boon said. The just-concluded Test match between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh was Boon's last as match referee. "It is with mixed emotions that I finish my time as a match referee with the ICC. It has been an incredible honour and pleasure to be a part of this journey spanning nearly 14 years," Boon said. ICC chairperson Jay Shah paid tribute to Boon, who will now take up a position on Cricket Australia's Board. "On behalf of the International Cricket Council, I extend my gratitude to David Boon for his outstanding service as an ICC match referee," Shah said. "His professionalism and integrity have set a benchmark for match officials across the sport," Shah added. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
Hindustan Times
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Found ball tampering and security issues challenging: Just-retired ICC match referee Boon
Dubai, Just-retired ICC match referee David Boon says ball tampering and security issues were the biggest challenges that he found "confronting" during his 14-year tenure in the position. Boon officiated in 87 Tests, 183 ODIs and 119 T20Is in the men's game and seven women's T20Is. The 64-year-old former Australia opener, who will join Cricket Australia as director to continue his long-standing association with the sport, looked back at the joys and challenges of officiating in international matches. "I think there are challenges that you have to meet everyday. You learn something everyday. I suppose there are certain things that are a bit more confronting, I found. "When I first started one of those was ball tampering which I found very confronting... To basically accuse somebody of not doing the right thing," Boon said in a video shared by ICC on X. "And when there is a security and safety issue they were extremely challenging. One sadly here in Dhaka, Bangladesh and one in Christchurch, but you worked through it ... You take 10 deep breaths and off you go," Boon said, referring to Mosque attack in New Zealand in March 2019. Boon, whose involvement with competitive cricket began as a teenager in the 1978/79 season when he made his playing debut for Tasmania, ended his international career with 13,386 runs and 26 centuries across 12 years. Boon, who has served as national selector for 11 years from 2000 and oversaw a golden period for the men's team when it won two ICC World Cups and two Champions Trophy title, also shared his thoughts on the pace of the game and termed it a matter of concern. "I'm not sure about the over rates, whether we've got that right. Pace of play can be an issue," Boon said. "I'd hope from an administrative point of view we have a massive umbrella over cricket, and every nation looks at themselves as being under that umbrella form rather than their own little pieces of turf," Boon said. The just-concluded Test match between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh was Boon's last as match referee. "It is with mixed emotions that I finish my time as a match referee with the ICC. It has been an incredible honour and pleasure to be a part of this journey spanning nearly 14 years," Boon said. ICC chairperson Jay Shah paid tribute to Boon, who will now take up a position on Cricket Australia's Board. "On behalf of the International Cricket Council, I extend my gratitude to David Boon for his outstanding service as an ICC match referee," Shah said. "His professionalism and integrity have set a benchmark for match officials across the sport," Shah added.
India Today
23-04-2025
- Sport
- India Today
Hope this madness ends: Mohammed Siraj's emotional response to Pahalgam attack
Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj was among several Indian sportspersons who condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which left 26 tourists dead and several others injured on Tuesday, April 22. Siraj penned a strongly-worded post, calling to "end the madness" and urging that the perpetrators be punished "without mercy".The attackers, believed to be members of The Resistance Front — an offshoot of the banned terror group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) — opened fire on tourists at the scenic Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam. The incident is being described as the worst attack on civilians in India since the 2008 Mumbai terror read about the horrific and shocking terrorist attack in Pahalgam. To target and kill innocent civilians in the name of religion is pure evil... No cause, no belief, no ideology can ever justify such a monstrous act," Siraj said in a post on X, formerly Twitter."Yeh kaisi ladai hai. Jahaan insaan ki jaan ki koi keemat hi nah (What kind of fight is this? Where there is no value to a human life?). "I can't even begin to imagine the pain and trauma the families must be going through.. May the families find the strength to survive this unbearable grief. We are so sorry for your loss. I hope this madness ends soon and these terrorists are found and punished, without mercy," Siraj said the terrorists emerged from the surrounding pine forests and fired at people picnicking, riding ponies, or eating at food stalls. Most of the victims were tourists, including two foreigners from the UAE and Nepal, and two great Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli also condemned the attack on Wednesday."Heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. Praying for peace and strength to families all those who lost their lives and justice to be served for their cruel act," Virat Kohli said."The affected families must be going through an unimaginable ordeal - India and the world stand united with them at this dark hour, as we mourn the loss of lives and pray for justice," Tendulkar bowler Mohammed Shami condemned that attack, saying it's time for the nation to stand united against wicketkeeper Shreevats Goswami, in a strongly-worded post, urged India to cut all sporting relations with Pakistan."And this is exactly why I say - you don't play cricket with Pakistan. Not now. Not ever. When BCCI or the government refused to send India to the Champions Trophy in Pakistan, some had the audacity to say, 'Oh, but sport should rise above politics'," Goswami and Pakistan have not played bilateral cricket since the 2012-13 season. The two teams have met in multi-national tournaments, including the Asia Cups and ICC World Cups and the Champions Trophy. Earlier this year, India refused to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, citing security reasons. India played their matches in Dubai and went on to win the coveted InMust Watch
