Series on the Line: Can India Flip the Script on Day 3?
India needs early wickets on a pivotal Day 3 in Manchester. With Michael Vaughan praising India’s “Virat mentality”, all eyes are on Bumrah, Siraj, and Jadeja to turn the tide.
AIFF Rejected Xavi! India Said No to a Legend Over Salary
Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez applied to coach the Indian football team, but AIFF rejected him due to high salary demands. What does this say about India’s footballing ambition?
Alexander Isak Wants Out: Newcastle’s Star Striker Eyes Exit Amid Transfer Tension
Alexander Isak is reportedly eyeing a move away from Newcastle United, with Premier League giants monitoring his situation closely. The Swedish striker’s future hangs in balance despite a stellar run in black and white.
Bazball Blitz Wrecks India’s Control as England Roar Back at Old Trafford
Bazball dominated Day 2 as Duckett and Crawley smashed a 166-run stand. Pant’s brave return couldn’t save India from collapse. England now hold the edge in the 4th Test at Old Trafford.
China Open Shock: Unnati Hooda Stuns Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag Power into Quarters
PV Sindhu crashed out of the China Open 2025 after a shock loss to teenager Unnati Hooda, while Satwik and Chirag stormed into the quarterfinals with a dominant win over Indonesia’s Maulana and Carnando.
Pant’s Toe Fracture Shakes India’s Old Trafford Plans
Rishabh Pant has suffered a toe fracture that could rule him out of the Old Trafford Test. With a six-week rest advised, India may turn to Ishan Kishan as his likely replacement in the squad.
Same Ball, Different Judgment: Gill Gets Sympathy, Nair Gets Dropped
Shubman Gill’s LBW at Lord’s echoed Karun Nair’s earlier mistake — both misjudged straight balls, both paid the price. But while Gill got the benefit of leadership, Nair’s error cost him his place in the XI for the 4th Test.
Bonmatí Magic Sends Spain to First-Ever Women’s Euro Final
Aitana Bonmatí’s extra-time winner helped Spain edge past Germany 1–0 in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 semifinal. With a perfectly timed run and finish, Bonmatí sealed Spain’s place in the final after a tightly contested battle in Basel.
Pant’s Pain Halts India’s Progress on Day 1 at Old Trafford
A solid Day 1 for India at Old Trafford was overshadowed by Rishabh Pant’s freak foot injury that forced him to retire hurt on 37. From a position of strength at 264/3, India now faces a middle-order crisis with only five recognised batters and Pant’s return uncertain.
45-Year-Old Venus Williams Defeats Peyton Stearns, Becomes Second-Oldest WTA Match Winner
45-year-old Venus Williams made history at the DC Open, defeating 23-year-old Peyton Stearns 6-3, 6-4 to become the second-oldest woman to win a WTA singles match, and her first win in nearly two years.