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bollywood superstar Shahid Kapoor Revealed the names of his favorite teams and players in the ongoing campaign International League T20 (ILT20) 2025. The news was revealed in a recent interview in which he expressed his passion for the tournament and shared insights from his meetings with cricket legends.
Star-studded opening ceremony
Shahid was recently in the limelight at the opening ceremony of ILT20 on January 11, where he performed along with other Bollywood stars Pooja Hegde and Sonam Bajwa. The event was a grand affair with high-energy performances celebrating Bollywood and cricket. Shahid’s energetic dance moves and captivating performances set the tone for the exciting cricket season ahead. The opening ceremony also included fireworks and various entertainment performances, attracting the attention of many cricket fans and celebrities. Shahid’s performance included hit numbers and added a festive atmosphere to the launch of the event.
Interact with cricket legends
While in Dubai, Shahid had the opportunity to meet cricket legends such as Shoaab Akhtar and Harbhajan Singh The former Pakistan fast bowler shared a video of their interaction on social media and expressed how lovely it was to meet the actor at the event. The conference highlighted the intersection between Bollywood and cricket, two of India’s most popular entertainment industries.
By the way, the girl in the background is actually our Shahid. 😌♥️#shahidkapoor #shoaibakhtar @shahidkapur @shoaib100mph pic.twitter.com/dJmgn9ts5M
– Bollywood Now (@BollywoodNow) January 13, 2025
Also Watch: Shahid Kapoor, Sonam Bajwa and Pooja Hegde shine at ILT20 2025 opening ceremony
Shahid’s love for franchise cricket
Shahid said candidly: “I have always admired MI Emirates for their outstanding performance and the depth of talent on the team.” MI Emirates have been a strong force in the ILT20, showcasing a blend of experienced international players and promising local talent. Shahid’s endorsement adds to the excitement of the team, which is currently in contention to win the high-stakes tournament. Shahid’s connection with cricket is well known and his support for MI Emirates reflects his passion for the game. “Cricket is an integral part of our culture and being able to support a team like Emirates makes it even more special,” he added.
When asked about his favorite player, Shahid mentioned former West Indies international Sunil Narine.
ILT20 is becoming more and more popular
ILT20 has quickly gained fans’ attention since its launch, attracting some of the world’s top cricketers. Same as star players Phil Salter, Jason Holder, Alex Hales and Farha Zaman Once you get into the game, the game will feature exciting matches that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.
As the competition progresses, all eyes are on the Emirates team to see if they can live up to Shahid’s expectations and win the title.
