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Smriti Mandhana's Maiden T20I Century Fuels Ambitions for Further Success, Cites Ongoing Improvement

Smriti Mandhana said that her batting in T20Is is still a work in progress after scoring her maiden hundred in the format on June 28. Mandhana became the second Indian batter to score a T20I hundred.

Steve Smith Poised for Test Return Against West Indies, Confirms Australia Coach McDonald Or Smith Set to Rejoin Australia Squad for Second West Indies Test After Injury

Australia batter Steve Smith is likely to play in the second Test against the West Indies, revealed head coach Andrew McDonald. Smith missed the first Test after sustaining a finger injurey during the World Test Championship (WTC) final 2025 vs South Africa.

Give Shubman Gill a fair chance: Mohammed Azharuddin slams India captain critics

Mohammed Azharuddin has jumped to the defence of Shubman Gill ,saying that the Indian Test team captain should be given a fair chance. Gill's captaincy has been criticised after India's loss in the Headingley Test.

Wimbledon Bids Farewell to Line Judges After 148 Years, Embraces Electronic Line Calling

Wimbledon 2025 marks the end of an era as line judges are permanently replaced by Electronic Line Calling (ELC), joining the US and Australian Opens. Once a signature sight with their sharp attire and stoic presence, line judges will now serve as “match assistants” and a shortened bunch will be on standby should the technology hit a snag.

Harry Kane's Double Sends Bayern Munich Soaring into Club World Cup Quarterfinals After 4-2 Victory Over Flamengo

Harry Kane's two goals propelled Bayern Munich to a 4-2 victory over Flamengo in the Club World Cup round of 16. Bayern quickly established a 2-0 lead, with an own goal and Kane's initial strike. Flamengo fought back, but Kane's second goal sealed Bayern's advancement to the quarterfinals against Paris Saint-Germain.

Wimbledon Embraces Youthful Energy as Championships Approach

Wimbledon buzzes with anticipation ahead of the championships, showcasing meticulously manicured grounds and the vibrant energy of its young ball boys and girls (BBGs). These dedicated youngsters, selected from a pool of 1,000 applicants, undergo rigorous training to ensure seamless match operations.

Shubman Gill's Captaincy Under Scrutiny: Former Cricketer Calls for More Aggression After England Loss

Following India's defeat to England, Sanjay Manjrekar critiqued Shubman Gill's captaincy, suggesting he was overly defensive despite favourable conditions. Manjrekar contrasted Gill's approach with Virat Kohli's aggressive style. He lauded Rishabh Pant's form but cautioned KL Rahul against inconsistency. India, trailing 0-1, faces England in the second Test at Edgbaston.

MLC 2025: Unmukt Chand's Redemption Bid - Will Standout Performance Spark USA Cricket Call-Up?

After struggling in the first two Major League Cricket (MLC) seasons, Unmukt Chand has finally found his feet in the US, where he moved to live his ultimate dream: “to play for the US national team.” The right-handed batter has scored 243 runs in seven innings and is sixth on the list of top run-getters in the ongoing MLC 2025.

Lhuan-dre Pretorius Survives Controversial Call, Smashes Record-Breaking Century for South Africa

Lhuan-dre Pretorius etched his name in South African cricket history by becoming the youngest to score a Test century, surpassing Graeme Pollock's record. His remarkable debut innings of 153 against Zimbabwe featured resilience after a controversial not-out decision and a shaky team start.

Rishabh Pant Reflects on "Second Chance" Anniversary of India's T20 World Cup Victory

Rishabh Pant reflected on his journey, a year after India's T20 World Cup victory, acknowledging his second chance at life following a severe accident. Despite a duck in the final against South Africa, Pant's strategic pause in play, feigning knee pain, disrupted South Africa's momentum, a move Rohit Sharma initially believed was genuine concern for Pant's well-being.

Ayush Shetty, Tanvi Sharma advance into US Open badminton finals

Young Indian shuttlers Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma made waves at the US Open BWF Super-300 tournament. Ayush stunned world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen to reach the final, while 16-year-old Tanvi became the youngest Indian girl to reach a BWF World Tour final, setting up a clash with top seed Beiwen Zhang.

Premier League: What if Manchester City are stripped of their titles? An unprecedented chaos awaits English football

Manchester City face the unprecedented possibility of having their Premier League titles stripped over alleged financial breaches. If found guilty, the league could vacate championships or award them to past runners-up, triggering legal chaos and rewriting English football’s history. City deny wrongdoing and have pledged to contest all charges.

Wimbledon 2025: All England club introduces 10-minute cooling breaks with mercury soaring to 147-year high on Day 1

Wimbledon is bracing for its hottest opening day in 147 years, with temperatures expected to soar to 36 degrees Celsius. The All England Club has announced measures to combat the heat, including more water stations and real-time weather alerts. A heat rule, allowing a 10-minute break when temperatures exceed 30.

‘From earning Rs 600 per day to Team India’: The architect Varun Chakaravarthy, who designed his dream

Varun Chakaravarthy, the Indian cricketer, revealed his diverse career path before cricket success, including architecture, music, and filmmaking. He transitioned from an assistant architect earning ₹14,000 to ₹18,000 monthly to exploring music and facing entrepreneurial challenges.

From Bublik to Medvedev: 5 men who can spring a surprise in Wimbledon 2025

As 2025 has shown to be the year for first-timers, let us have a look at some of the dark horses that could put up a surprising challenge against the Big 3 for Wimbledon's men's singles title.

ENG vs IND: Can India make a comeback in Birmingham? Here's what history suggests

ENG vs IND: Shubman Gill's India are looking to make a comeback in the five-match Test series after losing the opening Test at Headingley in Leeds by five wickets.

Armed with English wisdom, Kuldeep Yadav makes bold promise ahead of Test comeback

England vs India: Spinner Kuldeep Yadav recalled his experience of learning from Kevin Pietersen about the nuances of bowling in England. The wrist-spinner might make his way into the XI for the second Test, starting July 02 in Birmingham.

Keshav Maharaj Makes History, Becomes South Africa's Leading Test Spinner

Keshav Maharaj achieved a significant milestone, becoming South Africa's highest wicket-taking spinner in Test cricket during the ongoing match against Zimbabwe. He surpassed legends like Paul Adams and Hugh Tayfield, and breached the 200-wicket mark.

Carlos Sainz's F1 Car Engulfed in Flames at Austrian GP, Race Briefly Halted - See the Dramatic Video

The Austrian Grand Prix faced a delayed start due to Carlos Sainz's car malfunction, leading to his eventual retirement. Lando Norris triumphed after a fierce battle with McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri, who finished second. A first-lap collision forced Max Verstappen's retirement, shaking up the championship standings, with Piastri now leading Norris.

AB de Villiers Questions India's Jasprit Bumrah Workload Management in England Test Series

AB de Villiers has expressed his surprise at reports suggesting Jasprit Bumrah will be rested for some of the ongoing Test series against England. De Villiers questioned the decision, drawing parallels to how South Africa managed Dale Steyn's workload, prioritising his availability for crucial Test matches.