Mumbai: Aaj Tak, India’s leading Hindi news channel, presents Salaam Cricket – a marquee event that brings together some of the most respected and celebrated names in Indian cricket to deliver incisive analysis of Team India’s preparations ahead of the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup.
Salaam Cricket is positioned as the definitive build-up to the global tournament, featuring deep-dive discussions on players’ current form, team combinations, on-field strategies and the ability to perform under pressure in high-stake encounters. The initiative underscores Aaj Tak’s commitment to delivering credible, insightful and engaging sports journalism to audiences across platforms.
At Salaam Cricket, Rishabh Pant will take centre stage, where he will share his journey as a World Cup winner and present a contemporary perspective on the demands of modern cricket – leadership under pressure and performing at the highest level. The craft of fast bowling will come into focus as Mohit Sharma, Ishant Sharma and Umesh Yadav will decode pace, swing and adaptability in today’s fast-evolving T20 game, while veterans Madan Lal, Atul Wassan and Chetan Sharma will revisit India’s rich bowling legacy, sharing stories and insights that continue to hold relevance. A rare and special session by the ‘Little Master’ Sunil Gavaskar will offer reflections on technique, temperament and the evolution of the game, while World Cup winners Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina and Yuzvendra Chahal will open-up about the mindset required to succeed on the world stage. The event will culminate in a high-profile panel as cricket’s finest will come together to deliberate on India’s road ahead and what it will take to emerge as champions once again.
With Salaam Cricket, Aaj Tak carries forward its long-standing legacy of creating impactful, viewer-first initiatives that have consistently set benchmarks in Hindi news. Anchored in trust and driven by innovation, Aaj Tak continues to deliver authoritative journalism and meaningful content to audiences across the country.
