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Prasidh Krishna Vows to Sharpen Bowling After Leeds Setback, Eyes Lower Economy Rate

After an expensive outing in Leeds, the 29-year-old reflected on the learning curve of Test cricket, and the responsibility that comes with Bumrah's absence

The veteran batter has started practicing and will join the squad in Barbados by Sunday

GCA secretary confirmed the decision to Cricbuzz and that the board is yet to find a suitable playing window to set the tournament in motion

Prithvi Shaw Acknowledges Career Dip, Cites Poor Choices and Lost Focus

Prithvi Shaw, once hailed as a future star, candidly admits to making poor choices and losing focus on cricket, leading to a decline in his career. After being dropped due to fitness issues and going unsold in the IPL, Shaw seeks a fresh start by leaving the Mumbai Cricket Association to play for Maharashtra.

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.

Najmul Hossain Resigns as Bangladesh Test Captain Following Sri Lanka Defeat

Najmul made his decision known after the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo

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.

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.

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.

Neeraj Chopra Takes Ostrava Golden Spike Title, Remains Focused on Improvement

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.

Nine-Year-Old Chess Prodigy Holds Magnus Carlsen to Draw in Online Tournament Alternatively: Magnus Carlsen Held to Draw by 9-Year-Old Indian Chess Player 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.

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

Nitish Rana Eyes Delhi Return After Disappointing Uttar Pradesh Stint

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.

Jaiswal's Fielding Under Fire: Headingley Errors Reopen Debate Over Past MCG Mishaps

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.

Alcaraz, Sabalenka Headline Wimbledon Semifinalists; Fritz and Anisimova Advance

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka booked their spots in the final four as Taylor Fritz defeated Karen Khachanov to reach his first Wimbledon semi-final. Amanda Anisimova also secured her spot in the semi-finals after beating Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova. Anisimova will now face Sabalenka in the next round.

IND vs ENG, 2nd Test: Rishabh Pant's Witty Retort Silences Harry Brook's Sledging Attempt Or India vs England, 2nd Test: Rishabh Pant's Calm Reply Defuses Harry Brook's Sledging Tactics

During the Edgbaston Test, England's Harry Brook attempted to unsettle Rishabh Pant with playful sledging, questioning his fastest century. Pant, unfazed, responded calmly, focusing on his game. He then scored a crucial 65 off 58 balls, contributing to a significant partnership with Shubman Gill, who made 161.

Rishabh Pant's Edgbaston Blitz Makes History: Indian Star First Asian Keeper to 2,000 Test Runs in SENA

Rishabh Pant etched his name in cricket history, becoming the first Asian wicketkeeper-batter to surpass 2,000 Test runs in SENA countries. His aggressive 65 in the Edgbaston Test against England underscored his impact. Pant's Edgbaston innings also saw him break the record for most sixes by a visiting batter in England, with 24 sixes.

Green Aims for More Runs After Crucial Fifty at Number 3 Spot

Australia's newest No.3 put on a defiant batting show on Day 3 in Grenada, scoring 51 off 123 balls

Wimbledon's White Dress Code: The History, Controversies, and Modern Evolution

Wimbledon, renowned for its strict all-white dress code since the Victorian era, has faced controversies and undergone occasional updates. The All England Club eased restrictions in 2023, allowing dark-colored undershorts to address concerns about menstruation.

SA20 Teams Given Six Player Retention Slots Ahead of Season 4 Auction; Salary Cap Increased

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