WhatsApp has unveiled its much-anticipated Channels feature in India, offering a novel avenue for individuals to stay informed about topics that matter to them. Meta, WhatsApp’s parent company, envisions this as the foundation for a private broadcasting service within the platform.
Understanding WhatsApp Channels
WhatsApp Channels serve as a unidirectional broadcasting tool that empowers administrators to disseminate various content types, including text, photos, videos, stickers, and polls. These Channels are accessible within a dedicated tab called “Updates” on WhatsApp, distinct from your regular conversations with friends, family, and communities.
Indian Cricket Board Joins WhatsApp Channels
In an exciting development, shortly after announcing the launch of this feature in India, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has embraced WhatsApp Channels. Under the moniker ‘Indian Cricket Team,’ the BCCI has established its very own WhatsApp Channel. This move allows cricket enthusiasts to stay up-to-date with the forthcoming ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, set to commence in October this year.
The ‘Indian Cricket Team’ WhatsApp Channel has warmly greeted its members with the following message: “Welcome to the exclusive official WhatsApp Channel of the Indian Cricket Team. Get ready for an exciting journey as we bring you the latest updates, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and more! Stay tuned and cheer for Team India.”
If you’re eager to follow the Indian Cricket Team on WhatsApp, here’s how to get started:
How to Follow the Indian Cricket Team on WhatsApp
- Ensure that your WhatsApp application is up-to-date.
- Open the WhatsApp app on your smartphone.
- You’ll notice a new tab called “Updates” positioned alongside the “Chats” tab.
- Tap on the “Updates” tab.
- Here, you’ll find Status updates from your friends, as well as a dedicated “Channels” option located below the Status updates.
- Select the “Find Channel” option and initiate a search for “Indian Cricket Team.”
- The WhatsApp Channel for the Indian Cricket Team will appear; simply tap the “follow” button to commence receiving all the latest updates pertaining to the Indian cricket squad.
WhatsApp recently released multiple features like Sharing Screens on WhatsApp, Sharing HD Photos on WhatsApp, a Video Messaging Feature for iPhone Users and Group video calls using WhatsApp on Mac.
