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Pratika Rawal calls for more women Tests, terms format ‘most beautiful’ | Cricket News

Pratika Rawal calls for more women Tests, terms format ‘most beautiful’ | Cricket News

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2 min readMar 17, 2026 03:45 PM IST Pratika Rawal, the top-order batter of the Indian women’s cricket team has strongly advocated for more women’s Test matches, calling the longest format ‘most beautiful’ and the ultimate examination of cricketer’s character. After a composed half-century on her Test debut in Australia, the 25-year-old highlighted how the red-ball format continues to shape her game and mindset. “Test cricket is the most beautiful format. Since childhood my father and coach have told me that performing well in this format is very important. When you are groomed in that manner, it naturally becomes your favourite format,” Pratika told to PTI. While participating in the one-off day-night Test match in Australia earlier this month with the Indian women’s team, Pratika played an important role in helping India avoid being beaten by an innings, scoring a well-composed 63 runs from 137 balls in second-innings. Pratika also revealed how she got inspired for the format by closely watching some of the greatest batters in the game. “I have watched many videos of …

Masaba Gupta gushes over dad Vivian Richards being ‘so damn cool’ after he’s made Envoy for Commonwealth meeting

Masaba Gupta gushes over dad Vivian Richards being ‘so damn cool’ after he’s made Envoy for Commonwealth meeting

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Designer Masaba cannot help but gush about her father, West Indies cricketing legend Vivian Richards. Better known as Viv Richards, the retired Antiguan cricketer has been appointed as the Envoy for the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). She took to Instagram to re-share a video posted by the Commonwealth and commented that he was ‘cool’. Masaba Gupta gushed over her dad Viv Richards role in the Commonwealth. Masaba Gupta gushes over Viv Richards Masaba posted a video of Viv, suited up, talking about his cricketing career and the Commonwealth. Posting it, she wrote, “Why are my parents SO. DAMN. COOL ?! I can’t keep up. But I have a feeling my daughter will,” referring to her mom, actor Neena Gupta and daughter Matara. Urmila Matondkar seemed to agree with her, commenting with heart and raised-hand emojis. A fan commented, “I think the coolness runs in the family, Massuuu!!! And you’re part of it too,” while another called him an OG, adding, “Look at his confidence and the style the way he walks.” Viv …

Were Neena Gupta and Vivian Richards in love or was it just casual? Actor opens up about their relationship | Bollywood News

Were Neena Gupta and Vivian Richards in love or was it just casual? Actor opens up about their relationship | Bollywood News

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3 min readKochiFeb 16, 2026 09:34 PM IST Veteran Bollywood actor Neena Gupta recently opened up about her much-publicised relationship with legendary West Indies cricketer Sir Vivian Richards, which often made the gossip columns. Although the two have a child, Masaba Gupta, they never married. Now, the actor has revealed what prompted them to make that decision, leaving her to raise the child as a single mother. When asked if they were in love, Neena didn’t give a straightforward answer at first and advised the interviewer to ask Vivian instead. Nonetheless, she later noted that she believes there was romance between them. Mentioning that she has never felt their relationship was “wrong,” the actor said she still cherishes the time they spent together. However, she maintained that raising a child alone is extremely difficult. Neena also advised people against going down that road. “It’s not good for the child either,” she said during a conversation with Shubhankar Mishra. Also Read | ‘Amitabh Bachchan is sleeping in room above you’: Abhishek Bachchan says his dad, daughter …

Tendulkar or Lara or Richards? Who does Mark Waugh pick as his greatest batsman and what was the best sledge against him? | Cricket News

Tendulkar or Lara or Richards? Who does Mark Waugh pick as his greatest batsman and what was the best sledge against him? | Cricket News

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Mark Waugh, that elegant Australian batting legend, has picked an all-time XI where he named Viv Richards, Brian Lara, and Sachin Tendulkar. Not a surprise, but when he was pressed to name the best, he demurred. In the podcast TheOverlapCricket, Waugh held centerstage, telling amusing anecdotes from his career and the talk veered to the players he liked growing up. “I like fast bowlers and aggressive batsmen. Viv Richards was my No.1 player, growing up,” Waugh said. When one of the hosts Alastair Cook (others were David Lloyd, Michael Vaughan and Phil Tufnell) suggested AB de Villiers as he perhaps fitted that aggressive mould, Mark Waugh went, “Tendulkar and Lara”. And a short while later, when Vaughan asked him to pick the greatest batsman he had seen, Waugh went, “Richards, Lara and Tendulkar are my top three. I don’t think I can pick one.” Waugh also placed all the three in his all time XI. He had Lara at No 3, Tendulkar at No.4 and Richards at No.5. Hilarity ensued when Vaughan said where he …

Babar Azam has to prove to the world that he is Viv Richards: Ramiz Raja’s sky-high remarks on former Pakistan captain | Cricket News

Babar Azam has to prove to the world that he is Viv Richards: Ramiz Raja’s sky-high remarks on former Pakistan captain | Cricket News

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Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja believes Babar Azam has the temperament to channel former West Indies legendary batter Sir Viv Richards with the bat. Speaking during a fan interaction on his YouTube live, Ramiz said, “I feel Babar has to achieve a lot more in Test cricket. He plays the white-ball format really well, has an average of 50-plus in both the formats (T20I and ODI). “There is so much potential in Babar Azam. Ab unko apne temperament se batana hai duniya mei ke woh ek Viv Richards hain (now he has to prove to the world with his temperament that he is Viv Richards). Bigger the contest, bigger the innings Richards used to play,” he added. Richards, who played 121 Tests for the West Indies between 1974 and 1991, amassed 8,540 runs during his career, averaging more than 50. Ramiz’s comments come after Pakistan removed Babar from the Test squad midway through the Test series against England and went on to clinch their maiden home series win in red ball cricket in …

Masaba Gupta’s Birthday Wish For Father Viv Richards Is Everything

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Masaba shared this image. (courtesy: MasabaGupta) New Delhi: Fashion designer and actor Masaba Gupta shared a series of posts on her Instagram stories to wish father Viv Richards on his 72nd birthday. The first image is a throwback one in which child Masaba can be seen looking at her father. The caption on the picture read, “Happy Birthday from your sonnnnn Drake. Seriously I could cut an album.” The second picture is from Masaba and husband Satyadeep Mishra’s reception. In the picture, Masaba and Viv Richards can be seen posing together. Masaba simply captioned it “Best.”  The third click is from Masaba’s wedding to Satyadeep Mishra. Masaba wrote one-word caption, “Guy.” Masaba shared another throwback gem from his father’s cricket days. In the picture, other teammates can be seen cheering for Viv Richards.  Masaba wrote, “Ever. I believe I’m the man.” Thanks for making me believe I am the man and the woman all day everyday!” Masaba dropped an image from her holiday bucket. In the click, she can be seen wearing a swimsuit. The caption …

Masaba Gupta’s Post On Using Dad Viv Richards’ Cricket Theory In Her Business

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Masaba Gupta with dad Viv Richards.(courtesy: masabagupta) New Delhi: Masaba Gupta, the daughter of veteran actress Neena Gupta and legendary cricket icon Sir Viv Richards, has often spoken about the impact of her parents on her life and career. The multi-hyphenate who is a fashion designer, actor, and entrepreneur has now shared a clip of her father on Instagram. The video is an excerpt from Viv Richards’ interview in which he was asked about his aggressive playing style. In the clip, he says, “It’s instinctive you know…As a batsman, it’s all about – you’re an artist. I remember when I first went to England, my coach at Somerset said, ‘Play in the V, man,’ and we had contrasting views and I guess I was a little bit strong-headed at the time. But I believe that you have got to hit the gaps.” The legend continues, “It isn’t about hitting the face, man. That’s boring. If you want to go, make sure you go to the left, to the right. And in order to do that, sometimes …

Masaba Gupta And Dad Viv Richards In A Perfect Pic Shared By Satyadeep Misra

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Viv Richards with Masaba Gupta. (courtesy: instasattu) New Delhi: Masaba Gupta’s husband and actor Satyadeep Misra shared a picture-perfect moment featuring the designer along with her dad and cricketing legend Viv Richards. On Saturday afternoon, Satyadeep shared a picture, in which his wife Masaba and his father-in-law Viv Richards can be seen happily posing together. Satyadeep Misra captioned the post: “Chip off the old block?” He revealed that the picture happens to be from St John, Antigua. Masaba is the daughter of veteran actor Neena Gupta and cricketing legend Viv Richard. Neena Gupta and Viv Richards were in a relationship in the Eighties. Viv Richards is married to Miriam while Neena Gupta later got married to chartered accountant Vivek Mehra. See Satyadeep Misra’s post here: Viv Richards  also featured in the family photo that Masaba posted from her and Satyadeep Misra’s wedding. “For the first time ever – My whole life came together. This is us. My beautiful blended family. Everything from here on is just bonus,” she captioned it. Masaba Gupta and Satyadeep Misra …

A Viv Richards-Ajay Jadeja Hug, Found By Masaba Gupta In Her Wedding Bash Pics

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Masaba Gupta shared this picture. (courtesy: masabagupta) Another day, another set of images from Masaba Gupta and Satyadeep Misra’s wedding album. Well, there is one thing common in the latest set of pictures shared by Masaba. Can you guess? The answer is in the caption. “The one where everyone hugs. Part 1,” it read. Wait, there is more. A frame featuring Masaba’s father, legendary cricketer Viv Richards and former India cricketer Ajay Jadeja. The two are smiling ear-to-ear as they share a warm hug. A picture-perfect moment, did we hear? Well, it is indeed. Now, let us talk about the remaining images clicked at the post-wedding celebration. We can spot Rhea Kapoor and her husband Karan Boolani, Sonam Kapoor, and Konkona Sen Sharma among others. The album screams love and happiness from miles away. Replying to the post, Konkona Sen Sharma wrote, “Soo much happiness.” Director Zoya Akhtar wrote, “Sending you a big one [hug emoji].” Masaba Gupta and Satyadeep Misra got married in a close-knit ceremony last month. As per the fashion designer, it …

Masaba Gupta And Dad Viv Richards In A Pic From Her “Best Day”

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Viv Richards with daughter Masaba. (courtesy: masabagupta) New Delhi: Masaba Gupta married actor Satyadeep Misra in an intimate ceremony last week. The designer-actor has actively been sharing photos from her wedding festivities. On Friday, she posted a picture of herself with her dad and cricketing legend Viv Richards. In the picture, the father-daughter duo can be seen happily posing for the camera. Masaba Gupta simply captioned the post: “Best day, best month ever.” Masaba is the daughter of veteran actor Neena Gupta and cricketing legend Viv Richard. Neena Gupta and Viv Richards were in a relationship in the Eighties. Viv Richards is married to Miriam while Neena Gupta later got married to chartered accountant Vivek Mehra. See the photo shared by Masaba Gupta here: Screenshot of Masaba Gupta’s Instagram story. Viv Richards also featured in the family photo that Masaba posted from her and Satyadeep Misra’s wedding. “For the first time ever – My whole life came together. This is us. My beautiful blended family. Everything from here on is just bonus,” she captioned it. …