Salaam Cricket bings India’s cricket greats together on Aaj Tak

MUMBAI: With the ICC T20 World Cup just around the corner, Aaj Tak is stepping up the excitement with Salaam Cricket, a flagship event that brings India’s most recognisable cricket voices into one room to talk shop, stories and strategy.

Positioned as the ultimate curtain-raiser to the global tournament, Salaam Cricket promises sharp insights wrapped in easy conversation. From current form and team combinations to pressure moments that decide big games, the event aims to make sense of Team India’s World Cup readiness without drowning viewers in jargon.

At the heart of the discussion is Rishabh Pant, who will reflect on life as a World Cup winner while offering a modern take on leadership, resilience and the realities of elite cricket today. The fast bowlers then take charge, with Mohit Sharma, Ishant Sharma and Umesh Yadav unpacking the art of pace, swing and survival in the fast-changing world of T20 cricket. Adding a layer of history, veterans Madan Lal, Atul Wassan and Chetan Sharma will dip into India’s rich bowling past, proving that old lessons still travel well.

A standout moment is set to be a special session with Sunil Gavaskar. The ‘Little Master’ will reflect on technique, temperament and how the game has evolved across generations. World Cup winners Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina and Yuzvendra Chahal will also share what it truly takes to thrive on the biggest stage, where talent alone is never enough.

The evening will conclude with a high-powered panel discussion as cricket’s finest weigh in on India’s road ahead and the ingredients needed to lift the trophy once more.

With Salaam Cricket, Aaj Tak reinforces its reputation for accessible, engaging sports journalism that speaks to die-hard fans and casual viewers alike. Trusted, conversational and packed with perspective, the event underlines why the channel remains a familiar voice for millions of Indians, both on and off the field.