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In Gurugram, tennis player Radhika Yadav, 25, was fatally shot by her father, Deepak Yadav, 49, at their residence in Sector 57. Using his licensed revolver, Deepak fired multiple shots, with three striking Radhika. Gurugram Police have arrested Deepak and charged him with murder. The incident followed an argument regarding Radhika’s tennis academy, which her…

Joe Root’s unbeaten 99 highlighted the first day of the third Test at Lord’s, where England reached 251 for four. A moment of levity occurred when Ravindra Jadeja playfully feigned a fumble, teasing Root near his century. Root’s patient innings anchored England’s batting, contrasting with their usual aggressive style.

England, after winning the toss, chose to bat in the third Test at Lord’s, a departure from their usual ‘Bazball’ approach, as India’s disciplined bowling and sharp fielding restricted their scoring. Nitish Kumar Reddy’s early wickets put India in control, while Joe Root’s resilient innings helped England recover, ending the day at 251 for 4.

During the third Test at Lord’s, Ravindra Jadeja playfully reminded KL Rahul to stay focused after a dropped catch in the previous match at Edgbaston. Jadeja’s comment, caught on the stump mic, referenced Rahul’s missed opportunity to dismiss Brydon Carse. At the end of Day 1, England stood at 251 for 4, with Joe Root…

During the third Test against England at Lord’s, India’s vice-captain Rishabh Pant suffered a finger injury while wicket-keeping after a delivery from Jasprit Bumrah struck his left hand. Dhruv Jurel replaced him as wicketkeeper. Pant received treatment but left the field for further medical attention, prompting concern from head coach Gautam Gambhir and batting coach…

The India-England Test series moves to Lord’s, tied at 1-1, amidst unusually hot weather prompting relaxed dress codes. India, boosted by their Edgbaston victory and Bumrah’s return, face an England side welcoming back Archer. Gill’s form is a key factor, while England’s bowlers are fatigued.

Sri Lanka Cricket has proposed a six-match white-ball series against India in August 2025, following the postponement of India’s tour to Bangladesh. The BCCI is evaluating the proposal, considering the Asia Cup schedule and consulting with players and coaches, including discussions during the Lord’s Test.

Rishabh Pant is on the cusp of breaking Virender Sehwag’s record for most sixes by an Indian in Test cricket. Needing just five more sixes, Pant could achieve this milestone in the upcoming Lord’s Test against England. His rapid ascent to this point is remarkable, considering he’s played significantly fewer matches than Sehwag and Rohit…