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Alexander-Arnold Plays Through Grief, Dedicates Club World Cup Win to Late Jota

Trent Alexander-Arnold said former Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota said he found it "difficult" to play in Real Madrid's Club World Cup quarterfinal win.

Dortmund Manager Slams MetLife Stadium Pitch, Blames Heat for Subpar Club World Cup Performance

In the eyes of Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovač, the MetLife Stadium field was better suited for a round of golf than a match at the Club World Cup.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Chases Double Century Dream After Gill-Inspired Youth ODI Blitz

Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed the fastest century in Youth ODIs in just 52 balls against England. He now aims to score a double hundred, inspired by Shubman Gill's stellar Test performances.

Australia Wrests Control from West Indies in Second Test, Smith and Green Lead Charge

Steve Smith's resilient innings and Cameron Green's composed half-century helped Australia regain control on a rain-affected third day. The visitors now hold a strong lead on a tricky pitch, aiming to seal the series 2-0.

Manjrekar Calls for Thakur's Ouster, Jadeja Under Fire After India's Test Loss to England

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's Harshit Rana Released from Test Squad Ahead of Key England Clash in Birmingham

India's Harshit Rana has been released from the Test squad before the second match against England. This decision follows after India's loss at Headingley, despite their impressive 835 runs and five centuries. England's remarkable chase of 371, led by Ben Duckett's 149, secured a five-wicket victory. India aims to level the series in the upcoming Edgbaston Test on July 2.

Pant Achieves Career-Best Test Ranking, Bumrah Reigns Supreme; Root Still King

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.

Chess Sensation: 9-Year-Old Indian Prodigy Draws Against Magnus Carlsen 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.

Jaiswal's Fielding Under Fire: Old Catch Drop 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.

Nitish Rana Set for Delhi Comeback After Disappointing Uttar Pradesh Spell

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.

Former Selector Blasts India's Fielding Lapses After Test Defeat to England; 'Simple Catches Cost Us'

India faced a defeat against England in the first Test at Headingley. Kiran More emphasized the importance of fielding. He noted dropped catches proved costly. England chased down 371 runs. Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Yashasvi Jaiswal scored centuries in the first innings. More believes the team is in transition. He asks for time and support for the new players.

India Celebrates Landmark Axiom-4 Launch: Yuvraj Singh Lauds Shukla's Historic Spaceflight

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.

Hussain: Gill Lacks Kohli, Sharma's Aura; India Needs All-rounder After Leeds Test Defeat

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.

Shadman Islam Defends Bangladesh Batters After Dismal Day One Against Sri Lanka OR Bangladesh's Shadman Islam Stands By Teammates After Batting Collapse Against Sri Lanka

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

Chopra Takes Ostrava Golden Spike Title But Seeks Performance Boost

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.

SA20 Teams Given Green Light for Six Player Retentions Ahead of Auction

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

Black Caps Set for Blockbuster Home Summer Against Cricket Heavyweights: Australia, England, West Indies, and South Africa to Tour New Zealand

The South Africa leg will see double-headers involving both the men's and women's teams

Stokes Praises England Openers' Key Role in Record-Breaking Chase Against India

While Ben Duckett hit the headlines for his 149, the England skipper was also full of praise for Zak Crawley's 65 as the openers set up England's tall run chase

Mirabai Chanu Reveals Constant Weightlifting Pressure: Training and Diet Consume Her Thoughts, Even With Family

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.

Gavaskar Calls for Kuldeep Yadav's Inclusion in 2nd Test Amid Bumrah Fitness Concerns, Cites Birmingham Pitch Conditions

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.