The International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled the official anthem for the Cricket World Cup 2023, titled ‘Dil Jashn Bole,’ on September 20th. This vibrant anthem features Bollywood icon Ranveer Singh and Dhanashree Verma, the wife of Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal. The melodious composition comes from the musical genius Pritam, with lyrics penned by Shloke Lal and Saaveri Verma. Expressing his excitement about the anthem, Ranveer Singh, who is part of the Star Sports family, stated, “As a die-hard cricket fan, 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.”

The music video encapsulates the emotions of the global fan community, symbolizing the unity of nations and fans from diverse cultures. This fan-centric anthem signifies an epic celebration designed to touch hearts and ignite spirits. It embodies the World Cup’s fusion of India’s unique cricket fervor with the national pride of all participating countries, creating an unparalleled global sporting spectacle.

Fans worldwide are encouraged to participate by showcasing their creative interpretations of the anthem’s hook-step in various global settings, be it cricket stadiums, educational institutions, iconic landmarks, or historical monuments. To join, fans need to team up with a friend, capture their unique hook-step performance, and share it on Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag #CWC23. The most captivating videos will be curated to craft a collective Fan Anthem, displaying the world’s enthusiasm for all to witness.

Claire Furlong, the ICC General Manager for Marketing and Communications, expressed, “The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 is set to be the biggest Cricket World Cup ever with hundreds of millions of fans around the world ready to be a part of it. The anthem brilliantly captures the passion and energy of India and the fans that will make this event so special, and we can’t wait for the world to hear it. This World Cup will put fans at the center of the action, and the anthem will help bring them closer to the game than ever before, so go listen now and create your own hook-step.”

A spokesperson from Star Sports added, “We are delighted to collaborate with the ICC for the official anthem of the World Cup. The anthem is an expression of the cornucopia of emotions and waves of energy, which each and every day of the tournament promises to deliver to more than a billion viewers around the world.”