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FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Upsets, Messi Magic, and Weather Woes Define Group Stage

The FIFA Club World Cup witnesses thrilling upsets. Auckland City stuns Boca Juniors. Lionel Messi's Inter Miami advances to the Round of 16. River Plate and Inter clash in a heated match. Extreme weather conditions impact the games. Real Madrid and Manchester City remain strong contenders. The tournament raises concerns for the upcoming World Cup.

WTC Standings: Australia and England Lead as India Seeks Recovery After Setback

The new World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle has commenced with Australia and England leading with a perfect PCT of 100. Sri Lanka follows after their series against Bangladesh. India, despite Shubman Gill's team's impressive fight and five centurions, suffered a loss to England in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy due to a middle-order collapse.

Bumrah Back in the Nets: India Bolsters Bowling Attack Ahead of Edgbaston Test vs. England

Jasprit Bumrah's return to training has boosted India's bowling preparations for the Edgbaston Test after their Headingley defeat. Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, and Mohammed Siraj bowled in the nets, injecting intensity into the team's practice. While Bumrah's inclusion remains uncertain due to workload management, his presence offers hope as Team India aims to level the series.

Teenage Lhuan-dre Pretorious Smashes 61-Year Record, Becomes South Africa's Youngest Test Centurion on Debut

Lhuan-dre Pretorious, a 19-year-old prodigy, etched his name in South African cricket history by becoming the youngest player to score a Test century on debut against Zimbabwe. He surpassed Graeme Pollock's 61-year-old record with an unbeaten 128, rescuing the Proteas from an early collapse.

Bumrah's Net Session Fuels Speculation; Kuldeep Yadav Sharpens Skills Ahead of Second Test

Jasprit Bumrah displayed intense focus during practice at Edgbaston, bowling with pace and accuracy alongside Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna. Kuldeep Yadav is also working diligently on both his bowling and batting, potentially becoming a key option for the second Test given Birmingham's dry conditions. The team will now take a break before regrouping, with Bumrah's availability remaining uncertain.

ACC Aims for September Launch of Asia Cup 2025 Amid Rising Hopes

The recent release of ICC fixtures involving India and Pakistan women's teams in the Women's T20 World Cup points in that direction; a formal decision likely next week

Jaiswal Eyes Gavaskar's 49-Year-Old Record as India Battles England in Edgbaston Test

Yashasvi Jaiswal is on the verge of breaking Sunil Gavaskar's 49-year-old record to become the fastest Indian to reach 2000 Test runs. He needs just 97 runs in the upcoming Edgbaston Test against England to surpass Gavaskar, who achieved the milestone in 23 Tests. Jaiswal's recent century in Leeds has fueled anticipation for this historic feat.

Junior Hockey World Cup Draw: India and Pakistan Set for Pool B Showdown in Chennai

India is set to host the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup in Chennai and Madurai from November 28 to December 10. The host nation finds itself in Pool B, facing Pakistan, Chile, and Switzerland. This edition marks a historic moment as the tournament expands to include 24 teams for the first time.

India Looks to Bounce Back Against England; Prasidh Krishna Backs Team's Depth Amid Bumrah Absence

India faced a setback in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy's first Test against England, with coach Gautam Gambhir committed to managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload, limiting him to three matches. Prasidh Krishna sees this as an opportunity, emphasizing team unity and learning from senior players like Bumrah.

1983 World Cup Triumph: Sachin Tendulkar Reveals How Kapil Dev's Victory Inspired His Cricket Career

On June 25, 1983, Kapil Dev's India achieved an improbable victory against the West Indies, securing their first ICC World Cup. This historic win at Lord's dramatically altered India's cricketing trajectory, inspiring a generation, including a young Sachin Tendulkar. The veteran shared a touching account of the same on his X handle.

India vs England: Ex-Selector Blasts Fielding Errors After Test Defeat, Urges Patience

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.

Nitish Rana Eyes Delhi Comeback 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.

India's Harshit Rana Released from Test Squad Ahead of Birmingham Showdown vs. England

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.

Mirabai Chanu Reveals Relentless Demands of Weightlifting: Even During Family Time, Training and Weight Management Remain Top of Mind

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.

Shadman Islam Defends Bangladesh Batting Lineup After Sri Lanka Test Setback

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

Black Caps Prepare for Blockbuster Home Summer Against Cricket Heavyweights

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

Gambhir Stands by India's Lower Order After Headingley Batting Collapse and Missed Catches

India's head coach also reiterated that despite the loss, Jasprit Bumrah would play just two more Tests as per a pre-series plan

England Captain Stokes Hails Openers Crawley and Duckett After Stunning Test 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

Rishabh Pant: Cricket Game-Changer Revolutionizing Batting, Says Greg Chappell

The former Australia captain drew a parallel between Pant and Adam Gilchrist

F1 Mulls V8 Engine Return by 2029 in Pursuit of Simpler, Sustainable Power

Formula One could go back to using louder V8 engines with fully sustainable fuel by 2029 at the earliest, according to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.