David Beckham gives standing ovation to Virat Kohli for record-breaking century
Mumbai, India: The ongoing World Cup 2023 semifinal between India and New Zealand at Wankhede Stadium witnessed a historic moment as Virat Kohli, chasing Sachin Tendulkar's record, scored a century. After completing the ton, Kohli paid tribute to Tendulkar by bowing towards the cricket legend.
Adding to the excitement, former England football captain David Beckham, who was present at the match, joined in the celebration.
Kohli's century, breaking Tendulkar's record, occurred in the 42nd over, and the former Indian skipper, in a display of respect, bowed towards Tendulkar. The cricketing icon was in attendance along with Beckham, who was seen interacting with the Indian cricket team before the match.
Beckham, UNICEF's Goodwill Ambassador since 2005, is on a tour in India to advocate for child rights and gender equality, aligning with the global theme for World Children's Day 2023. The footballer expressed excitement about watching Kohli play before the match. After Kohli's record-breaking century, Beckham, along with the crowd, gave the Indian captain a standing ovation.
The Wankhede Stadium not only witnessed a cricketing spectacle but also saw the convergence of sports and entertainment as Bollywood stars Kiara Advani, John Abraham, Shahid Kapoor, Ranbir Kapoor, and Sidharth Malhotra were present in the crowd, along with other film stars.
David Beckham appreciating the great moment in ODI history. 🐐 pic.twitter.com/jimIEMvrjz
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Deve Gowda hints at NDA tie-up for local body, Panchayat polls
Bengaluru: JD(S) supremo and former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda has indicated that the party is open to an understanding with the NDA in the upcoming local body, taluk and zilla panchayat elections.
Speaking to reporters at J.P. Bhavan on Wednesday, he said the JD(S) is a regional party, while the BJP is a national party. “We have to wait and see what decision they take regarding a pre-poll alliance. As far as local body elections are concerned, we will discuss the matter together before taking a decision,” he said.
Responding to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s allegation that the JD(S) does not give positions to anyone outside the family, Deve Gowda said the charge has no substance. “My memory is still strong. I will respond to everything at the appropriate time,” he remarked.
He also said that a JD(S) convention will be held in Vijayapura on February 27 and that he has been invited to participate in the event.
