- The ICC released the official theme song, “Dil Jashn Bole,” for the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, which begins on October 5th in India.
- The anthem features popular Indian actor Ranveer Singh and was introduced through ICC’s social media channels.
- On Twitter, many fans expressed a preference for the previous anthem, “De Ghuma ke,” believing it was better.
- Some fans suggest that including retired cricketers in the anthem video would have made it more engaging and appealing.
- There are also allegations that the anthem may not adequately represent Pakistan, leading to disappointment among fans.
On Wednesday, the International Cricket Council released the official theme song for the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, scheduled to kick off in India on October 5th. Titled “Dil Jashn Bole,” this anthem superbly captures the excitement and anticipation surrounding one of cricket’s most awaited tournaments.
BREAKING: Man Pulls emergency chain of the train playing ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 anthem Dil Jashn Bole#ICCWorldCup2023 pic.twitter.com/1dx48dWM9q
— The Fauxy Sports (@TheFauxySports) September 20, 2023
The ICC unveiled the official theme song for the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, which starts on October 5th in India. Titled “Dil Jashn Bole,” the anthem captures the excitement of this global sporting event. It features popular Indian actor Ranveer Singh and was revealed on ICC’s social media.
The greatest cricketing Jashn is almost here, 12pm IST tomorrow! #CWC23 👀 pic.twitter.com/vqAURnVWlV
— ICC (@ICC) September 19, 2023
You can listen to ‘Dil Jashn Bole’ on various streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Gaana, Hungama, Resso, Wynk, Amazon, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Soon, fans can also tune in to the anthem on radio stations like Big FM and Red FM.
During the anthem launch event, Ranveer Singh expressed his gratitude for the privilege of presenting the song to the cricket world.
“Being part of this anthem launch for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 is truly an honor. It’s a celebration of the sport we all love.”
Ranivr Singh
Pritam echoed his colleague’s sentiments, emphasizing the desire to share a piece of India and its cricket with fans worldwide through the song. He stated
“Cricket is India’s greatest passion, and composing ‘Dil Jashn Bole’ for the biggest World Cup ever has been a tremendous honor for me. This song is not just for 1.4 billion Indian fans but for the whole world to join India in the grandest celebration ever.”
Fans will also get the chance to express their passion through the song’s hook step by participating in a collective Fan Anthem, demonstrating global enthusiasm for the tune and the tournament. All they need to do is team up with a friend, record their unique hook-step performance, and share it on Facebook or Instagram with the hashtag #CWC23.
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Twitter Fans Bashing New Cricket World Cup Anthem
On Twitter, cricket fans are criticizing the recently released ICC 2023 Cricket World Cup anthem. Many are expressing nostalgia for the previous anthem, “De Ghuma ke,” and believe it was much better. Some suggest that retired cricketers should have been featured in the anthem video to make it more interesting.
Additionally, there are accusations that the anthem may have minimized Pakistan’s representation, by which fans are disappointed.
DJ plays this anthem in the stadium during India's match.
— yourweirdcrush (@Yourweirdcrush1) September 20, 2023
Indian Players: pic.twitter.com/EYIPFaMO5h
De Ghumake Was Literally An Emotion.
— Amar Deep🇮🇳 (@amar__10) September 20, 2023
De Ghumake >>>>>Dil Jashan Bole#CWC2023 #CricketWorldCup2023#MSDhoni𓃵 #YuvrajSingh #SachinTendulkar #Gambhir #ViratKohli𓃵 #GaneshChaturthi2023 #BCCI #ICCWorldCup2023 #CWC2023 #RanveerSingh pic.twitter.com/uGnBAjJPxG
Dil jashan bole is sooo mid.
— SiddhantK (@Bhadwa_Sid) September 20, 2023
Pritam could have done much much better Instead of this fake Energy train Celebration.
Why no Arijit?????
Why Ranveer?????
The song is good but the video should have involved some cricketers even retired ones could have been used.
— Mustafa Masood Qureshi (@mustafamasood23) September 20, 2023
Dil Jashan Bole#CWC23pic.twitter.com/p7R816s2y3
