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Malaysia Sun
13 hours ago
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- Malaysia Sun
Indian spinner Ravi Bishnoi expresses admiration for Virat Kohli's fitness, says,
New Delhi [India], July 19 (ANI): Indian spinner Ravi Bishnoi admired Indian veteran batter Virat Kohli's fitness and said he idolises him in that aspect of the sport. Bishnoi was talking to ANI at a HYROX event in New Delhi on Saturday. He felt fitness is a source of energy and said you get an extra boost in performance. He's inspired by Kohli's dedication and tries to emulate it in his fitness journey. While speaking to ANI, Ravi Bishnoi said, 'I look up to Virat Bhai [Virat Kohli], he is very fit. You can see his aggression on the field and off the field. When he bats or fields, you can see that energy, which fitness brings to your game, you get an extra push from it. I idolise him in fitness. I can't go to his level, but I try to get close to him.' Bishnoi made his T20I debut for India in February 2022. In the same year, he made his ODI debut as well. In 42 T20 for India, Bishnoi has grabbed 61 wickets at an average of 19.37 and an economy of 7.35. In 2022 new franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), signed him for Rs 4 crore as one of their pre-auction picks along with KL Rahul. Bishnoi took 13 wickets in his first season for LSG, playing a big part as they made the playoffs. In his second season with LSG, when the IPL went back to the home-away format, Bishnoi became a key player on the spin-friendly surfaces in Lucknow - he picked up 16 wickets as LSG made it to the playoffs again. In 2020, Bishnoi went to South Africa for the Under-19 World Cup, where he finished as the leading wicket-taker and helped India reach the final. In the same year, he was picked by Kings XI Punjab for Rs 2 crore at the IPL auction. Bishnoi also praised the event for promoting fitness culture in India. he said, 'I feel it is a very good event because apart from normal fitness, HYROX is bringing fitness culture to India. It is very famous worldwide. It is growing in India as well, and it is a good thing for fitness culture as well here in India.' During the event, participants from all around the world competed. The event started with a 1 km run, followed by 1 functional movement, which repeats 8 times. HYROX is the ultimate fitness race format that uniquely blends 8 x 1 km runs with 8 functional workouts like SkiErg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpee Broad Jumps, Rowing, Farmers Carry, Sandbag Lunges, and Wall Balls. Bishnoi emphasises the importance of fitness for a longer and more successful career. He highlighted that fitness is crucial for both physical and mental awareness, which is essential in the modern, fast-paced game. 'My focus is on fitness. The more I focus on fitness, the longer my career will be. Fitness helps me to grow further. As you can see, fitness culture has changed over the years. As the game has become faster, the demand for fitness has also increased. It is very important to focus on fitness because you need to maintain mental and physical awareness in everything. That's why fitness is very important,' he added. (ANI)
NDTV
15 hours ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Indian Spinner Ravi Bishnoi Expresses Admiration For Virat Kohli's Fitness
Indian spinner Ravi Bishnoi admired Indian veteran batter Virat Kohli 's fitness and said he idolises him in that aspect of the sport. Bishnoi was talking to ANI at a HYROX event in New Delhi on Saturday. He felt fitness is a source of energy and said you get an extra boost in performance. He's inspired by Kohli's dedication and tries to emulate it in his fitness journey. While speaking to ANI, Ravi Bishnoi said, "I look up to Virat Bhai [Virat Kohli], he is very fit. You can see his aggression on the field and off the field. When he bats or fields, you can see that energy, which fitness brings to your game, you get an extra push from it. I idolise him in fitness. I can't go to his level, but I try to get close to him." Bishnoi made his T20I debut for India in February 2022. In the same year, he made his ODI debut as well. In 42 T20 for India, Bishnoi has grabbed 61 wickets at an average of 19.37 and an economy of 7.35. In 2022 new franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), signed him for Rs 4 crore as one of their pre-auction picks along with KL Rahul. Bishnoi took 13 wickets in his first season for LSG, playing a big part as they made the playoffs. In his second season with LSG, when the IPL went back to the home-away format, Bishnoi became a key player on the spin-friendly surfaces in Lucknow - he picked up 16 wickets as LSG made it to the playoffs again. In 2020, Bishnoi went to South Africa for the Under-19 World Cup, where he finished as the leading wicket-taker and helped India reach the final. In the same year, he was picked by Kings XI Punjab for Rs 2 crore at the IPL auction. Bishnoi also praised the event for promoting fitness culture in India. he said, "I feel it is a very good event because apart from normal fitness, HYROX is bringing fitness culture to India. It is very famous worldwide. It is growing in India as well, and it is a good thing for fitness culture as well here in India." During the event, participants from all around the world competed. The event started with a 1 km run, followed by 1 functional movement, which repeats 8 times. HYROX is the ultimate fitness race format that uniquely blends 8 x 1 km runs with 8 functional workouts like SkiErg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpee Broad Jumps, Rowing, Farmers Carry, Sandbag Lunges, and Wall Balls. Bishnoi emphasises the importance of fitness for a longer and more successful career. He highlighted that fitness is crucial for both physical and mental awareness, which is essential in the modern, fast-paced game. "My focus is on fitness. The more I focus on fitness, the longer my career will be. Fitness helps me to grow further. As you can see, fitness culture has changed over the years. As the game has become faster, the demand for fitness has also increased. It is very important to focus on fitness because you need to maintain mental and physical awareness in everything. That's why fitness is very important," he added.
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
'I look up to him': Ravi Bishnoi reveals which former India captain inspires him most
India's Ravi Bishnoi (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) Indian spinner Ravi Bishnoi expressed his admiration for Virat Kohli 's fitness during an event in New Delhi on Saturday, highlighting how he idolizes the veteran batter's dedication to physical conditioning and tries to emulate it in his own fitness journey. Speaking at the event, Bishnoi emphasized the importance of fitness in cricket and its role in providing extra energy and performance boost. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "I look up to Virat Bhai [Virat Kohli], he is very fit. You can see his aggression on the field and off the field. When he bats or fields, you can see that energy, which fitness brings to your game, you get an extra push from it. I idolise him in fitness. I can't go to his level, but I try to get close to him," Bishnoi said while speaking to ANI. The young spinner made his T20I debut for India in February 2022, followed by his ODI debut in the same year. He has taken 61 wickets in 42 T20 matches for India, maintaining an average of 19.37 and an economy rate of 7.35. Lucknow Super Giants signed Bishnoi for Rs 4 crore as one of their pre-auction picks alongside KL Rahul in 2022. In his first season with LSG, Bishnoi claimed 13 wickets and played a crucial role in helping the team reach the playoffs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo His performance improved in the second season when he took 16 wickets on spin-friendly Lucknow surfaces, contributing to LSG's consecutive playoff appearance. Poll Who do you think is the best role model for fitness in cricket? Virat Kohli MS Dhoni Hardik Pandya Bishnoi's cricket journey includes representing India in the 2020 Under-19 World Cup in South Africa, where he emerged as the leading wicket-taker and helped India reach the final. That same year, Punjab Kings acquired him for Rs 2 crore at the IPL auction. "My focus is on fitness. The more I focus on fitness, the longer my career will be. Fitness helps me to grow further. As you can see, fitness culture has changed over the years. As the game has become faster, the demand for fitness has also increased. It is very important to focus on fitness because you need to maintain mental and physical awareness in everything. That's why fitness is very important," Bishnoi added. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
News18
11-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
Mayank Yadav's Rehab To Begin Soon After Surgery In Christchurch: Report
Last Updated: Indian fast bowler Mayank Yadav will start rehab at the CoE after successful back surgery by Dr. Rowan Schouten in Christchurch. Indian fast bowler Mayank Yadav is set to begin his extensive rehabilitation process soon after undergoing a successful surgery to address his back issues in Christchurch. The procedure was performed by Dr. Rowan Schouten, a renowned orthopaedic spine surgeon based in Christchurch, who has previously operated on notable cricketers such as Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, Jason Behrendorff, James Pattinson, and Cameron Green. Yadav, who had been ruled out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 due to the recurrence of his back injury, returned to India last week. The surgery focused on the L5 vertebra on both the left and right sides. Sources familiar with the situation informed IANS that Yadav would begin his rehabilitation at the CoE in the coming weeks, but no specific timelines have been set for his recovery, as caution will be exercised in his case. Throughout his career, Yadav, based in New Delhi, has faced various injuries. After impressing by clocking speeds of 150 kmph and earning Player of the Match awards in his first two IPL 2024 matches for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), a side injury limited his participation to just four games. Subsequently, he underwent rehab at the CoE (formerly called National Cricket Academy) before making his India debut in the T20I series against Bangladesh in October 2024. However, a stress issue in his back ruled him out of the 2024/25 domestic season. Yadav's potential return to IPL 2025 for LSG, who retained him ahead of the previous year's mega auction, was further delayed due to a toe infection. After joining the LSG camp on April 16, Yadav played only two matches against Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS), where his pace was significantly reduced compared to his previous performances in 2024. He relied heavily on slower balls and their variations. Following the resumption of IPL 2025 after a ten-day pause due to cross-border tension between India and Pakistan, Yadav was again ruled out due to the resurgence of his back injury. Subsequently, LSG signed New Zealand pacer Will O'Rourke as his replacement. Sources expressed optimism about Yadav's recovery, noting that he no longer experiences back pain, which had previously troubled him. There is hope that, if the recovery and rehabilitation go well, Yadav will gradually return to the field as per the plan outlined by the CoE medical team. (With inputs from IANS) view comments First Published: July 11, 2025, 23:06 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Akash Deep's sister, amid her cancer battle, sends him a message before Eng vs Ind 3rd Test: It'll give you goosebumps
Akash Deep took 10 wickets in the Edgbaston Test and helped India beat England by 336 runs, levelling the series 1-1. The Bengal fast bowler dedicated his performance to his sister, Akhand Jyoti Singh, who is battling third-stage cancer. After the match, Akash Deep told Cheteshwar Pujara that her face came to his mind every time he bowled. With Jasprit Bumrah missing, Akash partnered with Mohammed Siraj and delivered a historic performance. Speaking to Aajtak, Akhand Jyoti shared that she had asked her brother to focus on the game and not worry about her health. Akhand Jyoti Singh expressed her pride and joy in her brother's success. Before his England tour, she told him not to worry about her and to focus on playing well for India. Watching him take 10 wickets made her and the family very happy. They cheer loudly every time he takes a wicket. She felt deeply touched when she heard that Akash Deep had dedicated his performance to her. 'It is a big thing that he dedicated the most successful moment of his career to me. We've been really close since the beginning. He always assures me that he's there for me and there's no need to worry,' she said. During the IPL 2025 season, Akash Deep's sister was in the hospital for cancer treatment. Despite his busy schedule with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), he made time to visit her before or after matches. 'No matter how late it was at night, he visited the hospital to see me. I used to tell him to take a rest after the practice. But, he still insisted," she said. The sister shared that her cancer was not publicly known, and she had no idea that Akash Deep would speak about it on TV. 'But, it was a proud moment for me when Akash Deep became emotional and spoke about it. He's performed so well despite his sister being in such a condition,' she added. Akhand Jyoti did ask him why he spoke about her illness publicly. Akash Deep told her that he could not hide it any more. 'The entire country is with us,' he said. Before the Eng vs Ind 3rd Test match at Lord's, Akhand Jyoti Singh had a message for her brother. 'Keep playing like this. Keep moving ahead. Make the country proud,' said the cancer-battling sister.
