Jasprit Bumrah avoided controversy regarding frequent ball changes during the third Test against England. Shubman Gill argued with umpires about replacement balls. Despite the issue, Bumrah delivered a strong performance, taking 5/74 including the wickets of Harry Brook and Joe Root. Bumrah also discussed his role in mentoring younger players, emphasising on personalised guidance.
Rishabh Pant’s finger injury during the third Test at Lord’s raised concerns about his batting eligibility, but ICC rules permit him to bat at his usual position as the injury was legitimate. This contrasts with tactical absences, which could restrict batting order. Pant’s return at No. 5 was a significant advantage for India, allowing him…
In a curious twist of fate at Lord’s, Shubman Gill’s dismissal for 16, caught by the keeper, mirrored Virat Kohli’s debut ODI at the same venue 13 years prior. Kohli also scored 16 and was similarly dismissed. Despite the different formats and career stages, the uncanny parallels highlight cricket’s cyclical nature.
England’s captain Ben Stokes is set to resume batting on Day Two against India after a late groin niggle caused concern. Stokes received medical attention but has been cleared to play. Meanwhile, India’s Rishabh Pant injured his finger, with Dhruv Jurel replacing him as wicket-keeper. Pant is under medical supervision, and his availability remains uncertain.
Karun Nair earned his way into the India setup with a strong show in the domestic cricket circuit for Vidarbha and in England’s County circuit. He also scored a double century in the warm-up match to return to India XI after eight years. India coach Gautam Gambhir stressed that is the ideal route to earn…
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.
