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Former South Africa cricketer Herschelle Gibbs has recently set the cricket and cinema world abuzz with the exciting news of his upcoming visit to India. The reason behind the buzz is Gibbs’ social media post that he shared to inform about him gearing up to meet Kannada superstar Kiccha Sudeep as the actor prepares to launch the fourth season of the highly anticipated fourth edition of the Kannada Chalanachitra Cup (KCC).
What is Kannada Chalanachitra Cup?
The Kannada Chalanachitra Cup (KCC) is a unique cricket league that brings together the vibrant Kannada film fraternity and former international cricketers on one platform. This fusion of cricket and entertainment has gained immense popularity, drawing attention not only from fans of the Kannada film industry but also from cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
Kiccha Sudeep and cricket
A prominent name in Indian cinema, Kicchais known for his versatile acting skills and has a massive fan following. Beyond the glitz and glamour of the film industry, Kiccha is also an avid cricket enthusiast. His passion for the sport is evident in his involvement with the KCC, where he plays a pivotal role in bringing together stars from both the cricketing and film worlds. The Kannada superstar is now gearing up to bring the fourth edition of the tournament, and the excitement among the fans is palpable.
It is worth mentioning that the third edition of the Kannada Chalanachitra Cup, held in Bengaluru, witnessed the participation of cricketing giants such as Chris Gayle, Suresh Raina, Brian Lara and many other luminaries of the game. Gibbs himself was also part of this star-studded event, adding to the allure of the tournament.
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The excitement builds as Gibbs and Kiccha confirm their re-union
With the announcement of the fourth season of the KCC on the horizon, Gibbs took to social media to confirm his return to the tournament and shared his anticipation about the upcoming visit to India.
In a tweet directed at Kiccha, Gibbs wrote, “See you in a few weeks for @kcc_league @KicchaSudeep.”
The Karnataka actor responded in kind, expressing his excitement with a tweet that read, “Yes my brotherman @hershybru #KccPartIV.”
Yes my brotherman @hershybru 🥂#KccPartIV https://t.co/xpXDnbk2dP
— Kichcha Sudeepa (@KicchaSudeep) November 12, 2023
Herschelle Gibbs: A cricketing legend
Gibbs stands as a distinguished figure in the realm of cricket, having proudly represented his nation in various formats. His contributions to South African cricket have left an indelible mark with an impressive 8094 runs in ODIs, 6167 runs in Test matches, and 400 runs in T20 internationals. The veteran batter’s return to the KCC has only heightened the fervour surrounding the tournament.
