Cricket

Muttiah Muralitharan's Doppelgänger Dances to 'Tauba Tauba,' Impressing Social MediaA viral video has taken social media by storm, featuring a dancer who bears an uncanny resemblance to legendary Sri Lankan spinner Muttiah Muralitharan. The dancer, identified as choreographer Kiran, grooves to the popular song "Tauba Tauba" from the Bollywood film "Bad News."The video has garnered widespread attention, with many users initially believing it was Muralitharan himself showcasing his hidden dance skills. However, Kiran's impressive dance moves and the video's execution have earned him praise and admiration.Meanwhile, on the cricket field, India emerged victorious in the third T20I against Sri Lanka, thanks to the combined efforts of Rinku Singh, Suryakumar Yadav, and Washington Sunder.Chasing a modest target of 138, Sri Lanka got off to a strong start with openers Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis putting on a 58-run partnership. However, spinner Ravi Bishnoi broke the stand, and Kusal Perera joined Mendis to form another solid partnership of 52 runs.With Sri Lanka needing 28 runs off 28 balls, Rinku Singh struck twice, including dismissing Perera in the penultimate over. In a surprising move, Suryakumar Yadav came on to defend six runs in the final over and restricted Sri Lanka to 137/8, tying the match.The game went into a Super Over, where Washington Sundar dismissed both Kusal Perera and Pathum Nissanka to limit Sri Lanka to 2/2. In reply, Suryakumar hit a boundary off the first ball of Maheesh Theekshana's Super Over, securing India's victory.

The T20 World Cup, currently underway in the United States and the Caribbean, has captivated sports enthusiasts worldwide. Beyond the thrilling matches, behind-the-scenes moments have also garnered attention, including a viral video featuring legendary cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Wasim Akram.In a video captured by a fan at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York, Gavaskar and Akram were spotted dancing to the music played by the stadium's DJ. Akram, a former Pakistan captain, was hosting a show for the tournament's broadcaster, Star Sports, alongside Gavaskar, India's batting legend and former skipper.As the duo stood near the boundary ropes, they took a break from their commentary duties and couldn't resist the infectious rhythm. The anchor of the show captured the moment in a selfie, while Gavaskar and Akram continued to groove to the music.The video has since gone viral on social media, delighting cricket fans who appreciate the camaraderie and lightheartedness of the two legends. It serves as a reminder that even in the midst of intense competition, there is always room for joy and celebration.The T20 World Cup, which began on June 2, will conclude with the final on June 29 in Barbados. The tournament has featured some of the world's top cricketers and has provided fans with unforgettable moments both on and off the field.