India face crucial decisions regarding Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant’s fitness for the pivotal fourth Test against England, with the series at 2-1 in favour of the hosts. At the optional practice session, assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate provided an update on their fitness while also revealing another injury in the camp.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya urged national sports federations to prioritize national interest over personal egos to elevate India as a global sporting powerhouse by 2047. Addressing the ‘Khelo Bharat Conclave,’ he emphasized good governance and collaborative planning, highlighting the upcoming National Sports Governance Bill.
Jasprit Bumrah’s prowess has been a major talking point ahead of the India-England series, but assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has highlighted Mohammed Siraj’s significant contributions. Despite not always having the expected returns, Siraj’s lion-hearted approach and ability to create opportunities make him a vital asset to the Indian bowling attack.
During a net session in Manchester, Arshdeep Singh suffered a cut on his bowling hand while attempting to stop a shot, raising concerns about his availability for the fourth Test. The medical team is evaluating the injury to determine if stitches are needed, which will significantly impact India’s team composition and planning for the upcoming…
Team India’s assistant coach, Ryan ten Doeschate, has confirmed that Rishabh Pant is nearing full fitness before the fourth Test against England. Despite a finger injury sustained during the Lord’s Test, Pant batted with pain and scored a valuable 74. The decision on whether he will keep wickets in Manchester is yet to be made,…
Team India’s assistant coach, Ryan ten Doeschate, revealed that Jasprit Bumrah’s availability for the crucial fourth Test at Old Trafford will be decided in Manchester. The decision hinges on factors like weather conditions, the team’s best chance of winning, and a holistic view of the last two games in the series, considering Bumrah’s preferred shorter…
Italy, known for their exploits in football and water polo, has qualified for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. They defeated Netherlands in the Europe Region Final. Pacer Thomas Draca expressed his excitement at the prospect of playing in India and Sri Lanka in a year’s time. He sees this as a beginning for…
Moeen Ali has joined critics questioning Ravindra Jadeja’s all-rounder role after India’s loss at Lord’s, despite praising his batting. Ali acknowledges Jadeja’s tight bowling but notes a lack of wickets. He suggests including Kuldeep Yadav in the team, though fitting him in would be difficult. England currently leads the series 2-1.
Italian cyclist Samuele Privitera, 19, tragically died after a fall during the Tour of the Aoste Valley-Mont Blanc. The accident occurred on Wednesday’s first stage, with the cause still under investigation. Privitera, riding for Hagens Berman Jayco, was promptly assisted and taken to a hospital, but succumbed to his injuries.
Magnus Carlsen faced a shocking early exit at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour in Las Vegas, losing in a playoff to Levon Aronian. Hans Niemann, fresh off online qualification, celebrated Carlsen’s defeat with an exuberant reaction that quickly went viral. The event also saw strong performances from Praggnanandhaa, Abdusattorov, and Sindarov, marking an unpredictable…
