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Bennett Out of South Africa Test After Concussion; Masvaure Called Up

The Zimbabwe opener suffered a concussion after being struck on the head by a bouncer from Kwena Maphaka

KL Rahul Under Pressure: Manjrekar Demands Consistency in England Test Series OR Manjrekar to KL Rahul: Shed 'One-Test Wonder' Tag in England Series

Sanjay Manjrekar urges KL Rahul to display consistent Test performances as he steps into a senior role after Virat Kohli's and Rohit Sharma's retirements. While the former India star is confident of Rishabh Pant he wants KL Rahul to step up and maintain his form that he showed in the 1st Test.

Video: Tragedy on the field! Cricketer dies of heart attack moments after hitting a six

In a tragic incident in Firozpur, cricketer Harjeet Singh died on the field after hitting a six. He collapsed moments later, suffering a fatal heart attack. Despite immediate CPR efforts by teammates, he was declared dead at the scene. This incident follows a similar tragedy in Pune earlier this year, raising concerns about cardiac incidents among athletes.

Relegated! Indian women’s hockey team suffers eighth straight loss, drops to Nations Cup after 2-3 defeat to China

In a recent match, the Indian women's hockey team faced a defeat against China, with a final score of 2-3. This loss marks their eighth consecutive defeat in the FIH Pro League. Consequently, the team's performance places them at the bottom, leading to their relegation. India will now participate in the FIH Nations Cup.

Chess | R Praggnanandhaa breaks silence on Magnus Carlsen's table slam after D Gukesh loss: 'Is it a good thing? Maybe not'

After Magnus Carlsen’s table-slam went viral following a loss to D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa called it an instinctive reaction — not ideal, but good for chess visibility. While praising Carlsen as the best, Praggnanandhaa reflected on his own breakthrough year, having won three major titles and rising to World No. 4 as he eyes a Candidates spot.

'Still a work in progress': Smriti Mandhana reflects on maiden T20I hundred, eyes more big scores

Smriti Mandhana celebrated her maiden T20I century, a remarkable 112, while captaining India against England at Trent Bridge, securing a 97-run victory. She acknowledged the format's challenges for her natural game and her ongoing efforts to enhance power-hitting. Mandhana also expressed confidence in fellow opener Shafali Verma's potential for a significant innings soon.

IND vs ENG: 'Not proactive' - Shubman Gill's captaincy lambasted by former England cricketer

Shubman Gill's captaincy is under scrutiny following India's dramatic Test defeat in Leeds, despite dominating earlier phases of the match. Critics like David Lloyd point to tactical inexperience, while Alastair Cook urges patience, drawing parallels with Ben Stokes' initial leadership challenges.

USA Cricket board faces ICC pressure amid looming suspension threat

Despite repeated warnings to fix governance issues, little or no progress has been made; Governing body expects USAC directors to resign ahead of annual conference or face sanctions

Austrian Grand Prix 2025: Lando Norris secures third win of the season, McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri comes second

Austrian Grand Prix 2025: Lando Norris beat his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri to win the Formula 1 event.

India continue impressive run in Women's Asian Cup qualifiers with Timor-Leste win

The Indian senior women's team delivered a commanding 4-0 win over Timor-Leste in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers on Sunday, June 29. The victory strengthens their position on top of Group B.

Austrian GP: Lando Norris leads McLaren domination, Ferrari snaps redemption

McLaren stole the show at the Austrian Grand Prix with a dominant 1-2 finish, while Red Bull faced heartbreak on home turf as Verstappen crashed out early and Williams suffered a disastrous double DNF.

India were fantastic under Shubman Gill: Jamie Smith denies inexperience claims

Despite India's defeat at Headingley, England batter Jamie Smith lauded Shubman Gill's captaincy and India's all-round effort, countering criticism about the team's inexperience and calling their performance "fantastic" across the four hard-fought days.

ZIM vs SA 1st Test: South Africa gain control on Day 2 despite Sean Williams' hundred

Sean Williams scored a fighting 137 to help Zimbabwe avoid follow-on in the first Test against South Africa. Despite his efforts, South Africa ended Day 2 with a strong lead, signalling a tough challenge for the hosts.

FIFA CWC: Lionel Messi cruelly denied revenge as PSG dominate Inter Miami 4-0

Lionel Messi's quest for poetic closure ended in silence as Paris Saint-Germain, his former club, ruthlessly dismantled Inter Miami 4-0 in Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium, knocking them out of the 2025 Club World Cup.

Alcaraz, Sabalenka in spotlight as Wimbledon gets underway

Alcaraz, Sabalenka in spotlight as Wimbledon gets underway | Tennis News

FIFA Club World Cup: PSG thrash Lionel Messi's Inter Miami 4-0, set up clash with Bayern Munich in quarters

Paris Saint-Germain dominated Inter Miami 4-0 in the Club World Cup, reaching the quarter-finals. Despite Lionel Messi's presence and the support of a large crowd, Miami's aging stars couldn't match PSG's strength. Joao Neves scored twice, while an own goal and Achraf Hakimi's strike sealed Miami's fate. Messi's frustration was evident, though he showed determination in the second half.

Rohit Sharma celebrates T20 World Cup win anniversary, enjoys vacation with family – See photos

Fresh from retirement from Test cricket, former India captain Rohit Sharma is vacationing in Europe with his family. Reflecting on India's recent T20 World Cup victory, Sharma described lifting the trophy as the proudest moment of his career. He admitted to battling nerves before the final, a testament to the significance of ending India's 13-year wait for an ICC title.

IND vs ENG: ‘Cannot be one-hundred wonder’ — Sanjay Manjrekar's stern message to senior India batter

India aims to rebound in the second Test against England. Sanjay Manjrekar highlights Rishabh Pant's potential to continue his form. He also emphasizes KL Rahul's need for consistent performance. Jasprit Bumrah may miss the match. Jofra Archer joins England's squad. India's top order must lead the fightback in challenging conditions. The second Test starts on July 2 in Birmingham.

Chelsea, Palmeiras Advance in Club World Cup After Extra-Time Thrillers OR Club World Cup: Chelsea Survive Benfica Scare, Palmeiras Victorious Despite Red Card OR Late Drama in Club World Cup: Chelsea Edge Benfica, 10-Man Palmeiras Triumph

The first two round of 16 matches in the Club World Cup went to extra time, with Chelsea taking the win over Benfica while Palmeiras edged past the in-form Botafogo despite having one player sent off.

Rohit Sharma Reveals Rishabh Pant's T20 World Cup 'Injury' Was a Tactical Masterstroke

India's T20 World Cup victory over South Africa in Barbados, a moment etched in history, saw Rohit Sharma's team end a 11-year ICC title drought. Sharma recently revealed Rishabh Pant's clever tactic during South Africa's chase. Pant's strategic pause, feigning a knee issue, disrupted South Africa's momentum, leading to a crucial wicket.