Star Indian cricketers Smriti Mandhana and Ishan Kishan joined forces on the latest episode of the popular Indian TV quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) aired on Monday, December 25. The duo, representing the Indian cricket fraternity, participated in the grand finale week of KBC, adding a touch of sporting excellence to the festive season.
Cricket’s Dynamic Duo Takes on the Quiz
Smriti Mandhana, known for her role as the vice-captain of the Indian Women’s cricket team, and Ishan Kishan, a regular member of the Men’s cricket squad across formats, showcased their knowledge and strategic skills on the show. Their impressive performance led them to a notable win of ₹12.5 lakhs as prize money. Despite reaching the thirteenth question worth ₹25 lakhs, they chose to bow out as they had exhausted all three of their lifelines by then.
Cricket Knowledge Shines Bright
Their journey on the show included a cricket-related question as their last successful attempt. The question asked about the Indian cricketer who made his Test debut in the same match in which Sachin Tendulkar scored his first international century. After using their lifelines wisely, they correctly answered the question with “Anil Kumble,” showcasing their depth of cricketing knowledge and awareness of historical cricketing milestones.
Recent Cricket Endeavors
Ishan Kishan, who recently returned from South Africa, skipped the two-match Test series due to mental fatigue. Meanwhile, Smriti Mandhana played a pivotal role in India’s historic Test win against Australia, contributing significantly with the bat. Her 74 and unbeaten 38 in the match played a crucial part in India’s victory, marking a momentous occasion in Indian women’s cricket history.
Looking Ahead
Following the Test match against Australia, Smriti Mandhana expressed her thoughts on the win and the pitch, noting that while the pitch seemed challenging initially, batting turned out to be less difficult than anticipated. She highlighted the importance of partnerships in securing the victory and looks forward to the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, commencing on December 28 in Mumbai.
In conclusion, Smriti Mandhana and Ishan Kishan’s appearance on KBC not only showcased their cricketing prowess but also provided fans with a glimpse of their knowledge beyond the boundaries of the cricket field. Their performance reflects their commitment to excellence both on and off the pitch, making them exemplary ambassadors for Indian cricket.
Edited by Aditya Singh
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