Ed Sheeran swaps guitar for willow! Detour to Royals camp leaves fans even more thrilled!

Global music sensation Ed Sheeran recently swapped his guitar for a cricket bat, taking a break from his hectic India tour to join Rajasthan Royals for a friendly match. The British singer teamed up with IPL stars Riyan Parag, Tushar Deshpande, and several young cricketers for an impromptu game at the Royals' camp.

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Known for his love of both football and cricket, Sheeran previously met the England cricket team during his visit to Pune. This time, however, he showed off his skills on the pitch, much to the delight of the local players.

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Riyan Parag, the young Indian batter, was particularly impressed by Sheeran's cricketing abilities. In a video shared by Rajasthan Royals, Parag praised Sheeran’s technique, saying, "He has a very nice swing. I didn’t expect that." Sheeran’s smooth shots and effortless style seemed to have surprised everyone, showcasing his hidden talent for the sport.

The impromptu cricket session offered a lighthearted moment for both Sheeran and the IPL team, with the singer appearing to enjoy the playful competition. This fun break from his musical commitments highlights Sheeran’s long-standing admiration for cricket and his connection with Indian culture, further solidifying his status as a true global entertainer.

"Music has no boundaries": Jr NTR praises Ed Sheeran's 'Chuttamalle' performance

Jr NTR is all praise for singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran after he performed the Telugu song "Chuttamalle" from the film Devara in Bengaluru as part of his India tour. Jr NTR played the lead role in Devara, which featured the hit romantic song "Chuttamalle," showcasing the cute chemistry between him and actress Janhvi Kapoor.

Taking to his Instagram handle, Jr NTR shared a short video of Ed Sheeran's performance from the Bengaluru concert on Sunday and wrote, "Music has no boundaries and you proved it again, Ed! Hearing you sing 'Chuttamalle' in Telugu is truly special."

Actor Janhvi Kapoor also re-shared Jr NTR’s post, expressing her happiness at hearing the song "Chuttamalle" in Ed Sheeran's voice.

The song was originally sung by Shilpa Rao, who also joined Sheeran on stage. The duo surprised the Bengaluru fans with their mesmerizing performance on Sunday.

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