Renowned singer Dua Lipa is gearing up to grace the opening ceremony of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, just before the final at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. The official broadcaster of the World Cup, Star Sports, announced this on Ex (formerly Twitter). They posted a delightful video of Dua Lipa asking some amusing questions to Indian and New Zealand cricketers, captioning it: ‘The pitch is perfect because @DUALIPA @klrahul @ShubmanGil #KaneWilliamson @dazmitchell47 have joined @cricketworldcup, adding a touch of entertainment.’ She will be making a presentation at the #CWC23 closing ceremony.
Cricketers are fans too, especially when the pop star is a favorite of their daughters. Kane Williamson, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, and Daryl Mitchell had some questions for Dua Lipa.
Dua Lipa, a talent hailing from both English and Albanian roots, is celebrated for her mezco-soprano vocal range and disco-inspired sound, earning widespread praise from critics and media alike. Her career boasts six Brit Awards, three Grammy Awards, and two Guinness World Records.
It will be intriguing to see which team makes it to the final. Hosts India will face New Zealand in the first semifinal in Mumbai on November 15. The next day, South Africa’s Temba Bavuma will lead his team against Australia, captained by Pat Cummins, in the second semifinal. The victor will play in the final.
All eyes will be on Rohit Sharma’s team in the first semifinal. India hasn’t reached the World Cup final since 2011 when they clinched the title. The last edition of the World Cup was also played in the Indian subcontinent. At that time, MS Dhoni and company secured the trophy by defeating Australia, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in the knockout stage and final, respectively.
Team India hasn’t won an ICC tournament since 2013 when Dhoni’s team triumphed in the Champions Trophy in England. Rohit and company will hope to change that on the night of November 19 in Ahmedabad.
But before that, India will have to overcome the challenge posed by New Zealand in Mumbai. In recent ICC tournaments, New Zealand has been a significant hurdle for India in knockout matches and finals. In the 2019 World Cup semifinal in England, India suffered a defeat against New Zealand. In 2021, they lost to New Zealand again in the final of the World Test Championship. New Zealand, buoyed by these performances, will look to put up a strong show against the home team and make it to the final.
Dua Lipa’s Achievements
Dua Lipa stands tall as one of the world’s most popular and successful singers. With over 50 million records sold worldwide, she has not only conquered the charts but has also bagged numerous awards for her musical prowess. Beyond her musical journey, she wears the hat of a successful businesswoman and even boasts her own fashion line.What makes Dua Lipa’s achievements even more impressive is the fact that she’s just 27 years old. Surpassing many of her peers, she has already amassed a remarkable list of accomplishments throughout her career. Dua Lipa serves as an inspiration for many young minds, celebrated for her captivating pop tunes, powerful vocals, and energetic live performances.
Dua Lipa’s Career Highlights
Dua Lipa entered the world on August 22, 1995, in London, England. Starting her journey into singing and songwriting at a young age, she released her debut album, ‘Dua Lipa,’ in 2017. This album marked a significant and commercial success, birthing hit singles like ‘IDGAF,’ ‘New Rules,’ and ‘One Kiss.’In 2020, Lipa unveiled her second album, ‘Future Nostalgia.’ Once again, this album proved to be a substantial commercial triumph, giving birth to chart-toppers such as ‘Don’t Start Now,’ ‘Levitating,’ and ‘Physical.’Throughout her career, Lipa has embarked on extensive tours, taking charge of her own shows while supporting other artists like Coldplay and Bruno Mars. She has graced major music festivals including Coachella, Glastonbury, and Lollapalooza.As a global superstar, Dua Lipa stands tall among the most popular singers worldwide, making waves with her captivating performances and chart-topping hits.