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Nasser Hussain: Shubman Gill's Captaincy Lacks Kohli, Sharma's Aura; India Needs All-Rounder Fix

Following India's defeat in the Leeds Test, former England captain Nasser Hussain critiqued Shubman Gill's captaincy debut, noting a lack of commanding presence compared to Kohli and Sharma. Hussain echoed Ravi Shastri's concerns about India's search for a seam-bowling all-rounder and highlighted issues with slip catching and lower-order batting collapses, which contributed to England's victory.

Former Cricketer Urges India to Drop Thakur, Unleash Yadav in Second Test After England Defeat

Following India's Test defeat against England, Sanjay Manjrekar suggests a bowling lineup change. He wants Kuldeep Yadav to replace Shardul Thakur. Manjrekar highlights the need for quality spinners in the team. He notes that English conditions are now favorable for spin bowling. Manjrekar also expects more tactical awareness from Ravindra Jadeja, especially on pitches offering assistance.

India Hails Axiom-4 Launch: Yuvraj Singh Lauds Shubhanshu Shukla's Space Milestone

India celebrates the successful launch of the Axiom-4 mission, marking its return to human spaceflight after 41 years. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, carries the aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians to the International Space Station. Prime Minister Modi and former cricketer Yuvraj Singh expressed national pride.

Jaiswal's Fielding Under Fire: Old Catch-Dropping Video Resurfaces After Headingley Errors

Despite Yashasvi Jaiswal's century in the Leeds Test, his fielding woes became a talking point after dropping four catches, a first for an Indian in a Test innings. An old video of him missing catches in a previous match resurfaced. However, coach Gautam Gambhir and Jasprit Bumrah defended Jaiswal, citing difficult conditions.

Prithvi Shaw, once hailed as a future star, candidly admits to making poor choices and losing focus on cricket, leading to a decline in his career. After being dropped due to fitness issues and going unsold in the IPL, Shaw seeks a fresh start by leaving the Mumbai Cricket Association to play for Maharashtra.

Rishabh Pant's Blistering Centuries Draw Adam Gilchrist Comparisons, But Spark Coaching Manual Debate

Greg Chappell lauded Rishabh Pant's explosive batting in the recent Test match against England, comparing his game-changing impact to that of former Australian cricketer Adam Gilchrist. Pant's twin centuries at Headingley, a feat matched only by Andy Flower previously, showcased his fearless approach and ability to keep bowlers on their toes.

Chess Prodigy: Nine-Year-Old Aarit Kapil Holds Magnus Carlsen to Draw in Online Tournament

Nine-year-old Aarit Kapil drew against world champion Magnus Carlsen in an online chess tournament, showcasing his impressive skills. While Aarit competed in Georgia, V Pranav secured first place in the 'Early Titled Tuesday' event. Carlsen also achieved a historic 2900 rating in freestyle chess, surpassing his previous classical peak and demonstrating his dominance in the chess world.

Rishabh Pant Hits Career-Best ICC Test Ranking; Bumrah Stays at No. 1

Rishabh Pant's historic twin centuries at Headingley propelled him to seventh in ICC Test rankings, while Ben Duckett's stellar performance secured him eighth position. Shubman Gill climbed to 20th after a century. Jasprit Bumrah remains the top Test bowler. In T20Is, Michael Levitt and Brandon McMullen made significant gains, reflecting the growing competitiveness in international cricket.

Neeraj Chopra Takes Ostrava Title But Remains Critical of Performance

Neeraj Chopra won the Ostrava Golden Spike title at the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold event with a best throw of 85.29m. The Olympic champion expressed dissatisfaction despite the win and recalled watching the event as a child and dreaming of winning.

Gavaskar Calls for Kuldeep Yadav Inclusion in Second Test Amid Bumrah Fitness Concerns

Following India's defeat to England, Sunil Gavaskar suggested that spinner Kuldeep Yadav should replace Shardul Thakur for the Birmingham Test, anticipating favorable conditions for wrist spin. Gavaskar also expressed concerns about the middle order, particularly Sai Sudharsan and Karun Nair after their dismissals.

Shadman Backs Bangladesh Batters After Day 1 Struggles Against Sri Lanka

Shadman defended his team's batters after they finished the opening day on 220/8

Nitish Rana Eyes Delhi Return After Disappointing Uttar Pradesh Stint: Can He Revive Career?

Nitish Rana moved to Uttar Pradesh in 2023, and after a disastrous season, he is likely to return to Delhi. Rana had an underwhelming IPL 2025 with the Rajasthan Royals, who bought the southpaw for a whopping Rs 4.20 crore in the IPL auction.

Gambhir Defends India's Tailenders After Headingley Test Collapse

India's head coach also reiterated that despite the loss, Jasprit Bumrah would play just two more Tests as per a pre-series plan

Mirabai Chanu Reveals Relentless Focus: Weightlifting Demands Dominate Even Family Time

Mirabai Chanu, India's celebrated weightlifter, reveals the constant mental pressure of training and weight management, even during family time. Fresh from a post-Asian Games rest, she's now focused on the Commonwealth Championships, a qualifier for the Commonwealth Games. The dedication demands sacrifices, including resisting junk food cravings like pizza, to maintain her 50kg weight and ensure peak performance.

Sinner Advances to Wimbledon Quarterfinals After Dimitrov's Injury-Forced Exit

Jannik Sinner advanced to the Wimbledon quarterfinals despite hurting his right elbow in a fall in the opening game and dropping the first two sets Monday night, after his opponent, Grigor Dimitrov, wound up retiring because of an injured pectoral muscle.

Cummins Hails Australia's Strong Start to World Test Championship Campaign After West Indies Series Win

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy conceded that the pitches in the Caribbean need a change if they are to produce better batters in Test cricket

Sanjog Gupta Named New ICC Chief Executive Officer, Set to Lead Global Cricket Expansion

Set to take charge on July 7, Sanjog Gupta will become the seventh CEO in ICC history

Bangladesh Coach Simmons to Temporarily Leave Sri Lanka Tour for Medical Check-up

The Bangladesh head coach, who is going to London for a medical appointment, will return before the third ODI

Kavya Maran Addresses Viral IPL Reactions: 'The Cameraman Always Finds Me'

Kavya Maran, CEO of Sunrisers Hyderabad, has addressed her viral reactions during IPL matches, attributing them to her deep personal investment in the team's performance. Under her leadership, SRH has experienced fluctuating success, including a bottom finish in 2023 and a second-place finish in 2024. Maran also oversees the successful Sunrisers Eastern Cape in SA20.

SA20 Auction: Teams Allowed to Retain Up to Six Players Amidst Purse Increase and New RTM Card Introduction

72 slots are to be filled in the auction which also sees the introduction of the RTM card for the first time