Amitabh Bachchan celebrates the victory of ChennaiyinFC

For number of decades, India was synonym to cricket. But no more, as other sports take a lean forward to grab the mass interest. After the much publicized Pro Kabbadi League, here comes football game to get its feet fixed in Indian land with the start of Indian Super League. With several stars on the board, Indian Super League is a super-shot hit.

The recent match held between ChennaiyinFC and Kerala Blasters saw the victory of Abhishek Bachchan's team. Delighted the win of his son Amitabh Bachchan wrote on his blog, "In distinguished company, Rajinikanth and Sachin, and the glory of victory by our team ChennaiyinFC has added that extra zing in our moods and in our steps. The Chennai cheers have been astounding and welcome, the Football fever catches on gradually and the enthusiasm shows."

Big B also hoped for the better days of football in cricket captivating India by writing, "I do believe that this shall gradually grow into a most interesting and captivating sport in the years to come.."