Days before the start of the prestigious ODI World Cup 2023, the Apex Cricket Council has unveiled the names of two mascots. In a video message, the Supreme Cricket Board revealed the names of two batter- and bowler-based mascots. The bowler has been named Blaze, while the batter will be called Tonk.
It’s worth noting that the dynamic pair of mascots was revealed at an event in August this year. After this, the Apex Cricket Council has called on fans to name the mascot. The name has been selected on the basis of fan polls across the globe in the last month. According to the official announcement, both the mascots represent the unity and spirit that cricket fosters globally.
Explaining the characters, Apex Cricket Council said, “Blaze, the female mascot, wields a turbo-powered arm that propels fireballs with lightning speed, leaving even the most audacious batters in sheer amazement. Her extraordinary pinpoint accuracy, unmatched reflexes, boundless flexibility, and unwavering determination make her an exceptional fast-bowling sensation. Adorned with a belt carrying six power cricket orbs, each meticulously prepared for various game-changing tactics, Blaze stands ever-ready to ignite the game.”
“Tonk promises to elevate the excitement”, says the Apex Cricket Council.
Further speaking about the male character, the Apex Cricket Council said that it promises to elevate the excitement. “Tonk, the male mascot, radiates a unique blend of icy-cool composure and electrifying batting prowess. His every shot, ranging from stealthy finesse to boundary-crushing sixes, reverberates with an electrifying force that captivates audiences worldwide. With his electromagnetic bat and versatile shot repertoire, ‘Tonk’ promises to elevate the excitement, lighting up the stage and electrifying the cricket pitch with every stroke”, reads the press release.
It’s worth noting that India is set to host the ODI World Cup in 2023. The tournament will kick off with defending champions England facing New Zealand at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on October 5. On the other hand, the Indian team will start their campaign against Australia at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on October 8.
Here is how fans react to the names of World Cup mascots:
Bhai koi batao ya kon hai
— King ? (@Dailycricket07) September 30, 2023
Should have been some Indian name. pic.twitter.com/ZVBy6NePNi
— The CrickFun (@TheCrickFun) September 30, 2023
Waise dono ka koi nata nhi hai ? lol mascot
Esport tournament chal rha kya ??— GORDXROHIT (@gordxrohit) September 30, 2023
Isse acche naam toh Ghar me Mama Fufa rakh dete hain ?
— Chatur (Not an Idiot) (@mpbsvs) September 30, 2023
Blaze + Tonk = Bonk pic.twitter.com/KwrPZawMD2
— Babu Bhaiya (@Shahrcasm) September 30, 2023
Naam toh kuch acha sooch lete?
— Salaar Sikandar (@BaloochMudasir) September 30, 2023
Blaze and Tonk nice names
— World Index ? (@ImMahadev18) September 30, 2023
Blaze and Tonk, the World Cup mascots! More like "Sizzle" and "Goal-ephant," am I right? ?
— ViralBuzzHub (@ViralBuzzHub) September 30, 2023
Blaze and Tonk ?
— Anupama Singh (@anupamaasingh) September 30, 2023
