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KL Rahul emulates Sunil Gavaskar's 46-year-old record during ENG vs IND Test series

India senior batter KL Rahul emulated Sunil Gavaskar's 46-year-old record as he continued his impressive run in the ongoing Test series against England. Rahul and India Test captain Shubman Gill put up a strong fight on Day 4 of the Manchester Test as they kept the visitors alive in the match and also in the series. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/kl-rahul-emulates-sunil-gavaskars-46-year-old-record-during-eng-vs-ind-test-series-2025-07-26-1000719

KL Rahul emulates Sunil Gavaskar's 46-year-old record during ENG vs IND Test series

India senior batter KL Rahul emulated Sunil Gavaskar's 46-year-old record as he continued his impressive run in the ongoing Test series against England. Rahul and India Test captain Shubman Gill put up a strong fight on Day 4 of the Manchester Test as they kept the visitors alive in the match and also in the series. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/kl-rahul-emulates-sunil-gavaskars-46-year-old-record-during-eng-vs-ind-test-series-2025-07-26-1000719

Shubman Gill, KL Rahul keep India alive in Manchester after England's stellar show

India Test captain Shubman Gill and senior batter KL Rahul remained unbeaten after a chaotic opening over to keep India alive in the fourth Test against England in Manchester. On decent batting conditions on Day 4, England piled on more runs to take their lead past 300, 311 precisely, and nearly batted India out of the match. They would have felt even more after Chris Woakes had got the visitors 0/2 until a fightback came. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/shubman-gill-kl-rahul-keep-india-alive-in-manchester-after-englands-stellar-show-2025-07-26-1000717

Bengaluru's Chinnasmway Stadium deemed 'unsuitable and unsafe' for mass gathering

Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium has been deemed unsuitable and unsafe for large-scale events. This was deemed by a report of Justice John Michael D'Cunha Commission, appointed by the Karnataka Government following the stampede that killed 11 people in the aftermath of RCB's maiden title win.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/bengalurus-chinnasmway-stadium-deemed-unsuitable-and-unsafe-for-mass-gathering-2025-07-25-1000595

Koneru Humpy defeats Lei Tingjie, sets up all-Indian final with Divya Deshmukh at FIDE Women's World Cup

Indian chess created history on Thursday as Koneru Humpy defeated China’s Lei Tingjie in a dramatic semifinal to set up an all-Indian final against teenager Divya Deshmukh at the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025. This marks the first time two Indian women will contest the summit clash of the prestigious global tournament. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/other/koneru-humpy-beats-lei-tingjie-historic-all-indian-final-set-at-fide-women-s-world-cup-2025-07-24-1000429

Divya Deshmukh creates history, becomes first Indian to reach FIDE women's World Cup final

India’s teenage chess sensation Divya Deshmukh scripted history on Wednesday by becoming the first Indian to reach the final of the prestigious FIDE Women’s World Cup, currently underway in Batumi, Georgia. The 19-year-old stunned the chess world by defeating former World Champion and current World No. 4, Tan Zhongyi of China, in the semifinal, marking the biggest win of her young but rapidly rising career. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/other/divya-deshmukh-creates-history-becomes-first-indian-to-reach-fide-women-s-world-cup-final-2025-07-23-1000271

Ben Stokes calls out ICC to 'give a hard look at how over rate fines work'

Ben Stokes has called out the International Cricket Council (ICC) for taking a look at how the slow over rate fines are structured. He argued that over rates come down in fast-bowling dominant nations and can remain in control in the Asian conditions, as the subcontinent conditions are more spin-friendly and spinners bowl more. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/ben-stokes-calls-out-icc-to-give-a-hard-look-at-how-over-rate-fines-work-2025-07-22-1000092

'Felt like I won't get out, took some time to recover from it': Siraj opens up on Lord's heartbreak

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj admitted that he didn't take the heartbreak of the Lord's Test easily on himself, as it took some time for him to get over it. Siraj, who played 30 balls, which is five overs, probably his biggest innings in terms of number of balls, showed fight and grit with the bat in the end to survive and stay with Ravindra Jadeja, who was a single, an odd boundary at a time taking India close to the target of 193 but the way the whole of it ended was heartbreaking. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/felt-like-i-won-t-get-out-took-some-time-to-recover-from-it-mohammed-siraj-opens-up-on-lord-s-heartbreak-2025-07-22-999930

'Can someone show Prithvi this please?' Kevin Pietersen hails Sarfaraz Khan's transformation

Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen hailed Sarfaraz Khan's physical transformation as he urged Prithvi Shaw to follow him. Sarfaraz, who has been running out for the Indian team, shared his transformation picture, in which he seemed pretty lean.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/can-someone-show-prithvi-this-please-kevin-pietersen-hails-sarfaraz-khans-transformation-2025-07-21-999921

Champions League T20 likely to make a return in 2026

The Champions League T20 is on the heels of its relaunch as soon as next year in September, after it was reported by the Sydney Morning Herald that the concept and the competition had the backing of the key member nations at the ICC's annual conference in Singapore. A World Cup of club teams of sorts was put into motion by cricket boards from India, Australia, England and South Africa a year after the inaugural T20 World Cup. The tournament ran for six seasons from 2009 to 2014 before being disbanded. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/champions-league-t20-likely-to-make-a-return-in-2026-2025-07-21-999763

Pakistan coach Mike Hesson slams Shere Bangla National Stadium's pitch after team's loss

Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson slammed the pitch on offer for the first T20I between Bangladesh and Pakistan at the Shere Bangla National Stadium after his team went down in the opener on Sunday, July 20.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/pakistan-coach-mike-hesson-slams-shere-bangla-national-stadiums-pitch-after-teams-loss-2025-07-20-999761

South Africa, New Zealand confirm tri-series final spots after Proteas register commanding win over Zimbabwe

South Africa overcame nervy moments to qualify for the ongoing T20I tri-series final, setting up the summit clash against New Zealand, with a couple of games still to go. South Africa, who rushed in their run-chase against New Zealand in their previous game, got the match-winning partnership from skipper Rassie van der Dussen, who held one end and Rubin Hermann, who recovered from a cautious start to slam his maiden T20I fifty as the Proteas made Zimbabwe regret of what could have been at various stages in their second meeting of the series. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/south-africa-new-zealand-confirm-tri-series-final-spots-after-proteas-register-commanding-win-over-zimbabwe-2025-07-20-999757

Regional rankings set to decide cut for LA28 Olympics men's cricket competition, claims report

Cricket is all set to make its return to the Olympics, with the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics on the horizon, cricket is all set to increase its global appeal after its inclusion in the mega event. However, according to a report by Forbes, only six teams from all over the world will make it to the final T20 matches to compete for the Gold. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/regional-rankings-set-to-decide-cut-for-la28-olympics-men-s-cricket-competition-claims-report-2025-07-20-999642

India vs Pakistan clash called off in WCL 2025 amid players pulling out due to political tensions

Game 4 of the ongoing World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 was set to be held between India Champions and Pakistan Champions. Both sides were set to lock horns at Edgbaston in Birmingham on July 20, where fans had been waiting in anticipation to witness one of the biggest games of the event. It was announced by the WCL that they would be calling off the game between India and Pakistan.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/india-vs-pakistan-clash-called-off-in-wcl-2025-amid-players-pulling-out-due-to-political-tensions-2025-07-20-999635

Why Super Over didn't happen after tie in WI-C vs SA-C WCL 2025 clash? Explained

The West Indies vs South Africa clash in the World Championship of Legends 2025 went down to the wire as the two teams played a thrilling encounter at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on Saturday, July 19. The clash went into a bowl-out and not a Super Over after it ended in a tie.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/why-super-over-didnt-happen-after-tie-in-wi-c-vs-sa-c-wcl-2025-clash-explained-2025-07-19-999622

Pakistan Champions edge past England Champions in opening encounter of WCL 2025

Pakistan Champions kicked off the second season of the World Championship of Legends with a thrilling win over England Champions on Friday, July 18. Led by captain Mohammad Hafeez's fifty and disciplined bowling from the bowlers, the Pakistan side defeated the English team by five runs. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/pakistan-champions-outclass-england-champions-in-opening-encounter-of-wcl-2025-2025-07-19-999515

England Champions vs Australia Champions live streaming: When and where to watch WCL clash in India?

In a mini-ashes encounter, former England and Australia players gear up for a riveting clash in the World Championship of Legends 2025 on Saturday, July 19. The hosts, who kicked off their tournament's campaign against Pakistan a day earlier, will be up against their Ashes opponents at Edgbaston, Birmingham. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/england-champions-vs-australia-champions-live-streaming-when-and-where-to-watch-wcl-clash-in-india-2025-07-19-999513

Sanjay Manjrekar on Shubman Gill’s aggression: 'You don't have to show when you're captain'

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar believed that Shubman Gill's heated altercation with England opener Zak Crawley during the second innings of the Lord's Test. Manjrekar felt that Gill does not need to show the Virat Kohli-like aggression as a captain if he did not had it in the past.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/sanjay-manjrekar-on-shubman-gills-aggression-you-dont-have-to-show-when-youre-captain-2025-07-18-999507

ZIM vs NZ Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Zimbabwe vs New Zealand T20 tri-series match in Harare

New Zealand will be up against the hosts, Zimbabwe, in their second clash of the ongoing T20I tri-series in Harare. Despite missing a few key players on Wednesday, the Black Caps came up with a spirited show to prevail in a close contest against South Africa, who at several moments were on top, but New Zealand's bowling proved to be just too professional and in order to defend a competitive score of 173. New Zealand will be reinforced with the addition of the likes of Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips and Michael Bracewell and the hosts, Zimbabwe, will have their task cut out.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/zim-vs-nz-dream11-prediction-best-fantasy-picks-for-zimbabwe-vs-new-zealand-t20-tri-series-match-in-harare-2025-07-17-999329

Litton Das warns of tough challenge ahead of Pakistan T20I Series

Bangladesh captain Litton Das admitted that beating Pakistan in the upcoming T20I series will be a significant challenge, citing the visitors’ bowling strength and familiarity with local conditions. The three-match series is scheduled to begin on July 20 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/litton-das-warns-of-tough-challenge-ahead-of-pakistan-t20i-series-2025-07-17-999378

Andre Russell set to retire from International cricket during T20I series against Australia

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell is expected to bring down the curtain on his international career. After the first two T20Is against Australia in Jamaica, he is reported to be formally announcing the decision to retire from all formats of the game in international cricket.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/andre-russell-set-to-retire-from-international-cricket-during-t20i-series-against-australia-2025-07-16-999210

Bangladesh script history with T20I series win over Sri Lanka

Bangladesh secured a commanding eight-wicket win over Sri Lanka in Colombo to clinch a historic T20I series triumph. With this victory, the Litton Das-led side wrapped up the series 2-1, marking their first-ever T20I series win on Sri Lankan soil. After a disappointing performance in the ODI leg of the tour, the Bangla Tigers bounced back impressively in the shortest format, playing some brilliant cricket in the middle. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/bangladesh-script-history-with-t20i-series-win-over-sri-lanka-2025-07-16-999205

West Indies announce squad for Australia T20Is; two players earn maiden call-ups

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has unveiled a 16-member squad for the upcoming five-match T20 International series against Australia, set to begin on July 20. The squad sees continuity from the recent series win over Ireland, with a majority of the core group retained. However, two new talents have been added in Jewel Andrew and Jediah Blades. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/west-indies-announce-squad-for-australia-t20is-two-players-earn-maiden-call-ups-2025-07-16-999203

King Charles III reacts to Mohammed Siraj's dismissal on Day 5 of Lord's Test

India suffered a heartbreaking defeat to England in the third Test at Lord’s. All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja played an excellent knock, while Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj aced the role of a supporting cast on the other end. Nevertheless, in the 75th over of the innings, after Siraj defended Shoaib Bashir’s delivery, but unfortunately for him, the ball rolled down to the stumps and dislodged a bail. With that, India suffered a 22-run defeat to trail 2-1 in the five-match series. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/king-charles-iii-reacts-to-mohammed-siraj-s-dismissal-on-day-5-of-lord-s-test-2025-07-15-999050

'Jasprit Bumrah should play both the remaining Tests': Former India captain suggests pacer to play next games

Former India captain Anil Kumble has suggested that ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah should play in both of the remaining Test matches in the England vs India Test series, considering the series sits on a very crucial note. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/jasprit-bumrah-should-play-both-the-remaining-tests-former-india-captain-suggests-pacer-to-play-next-games-2025-07-15-999048

Will Rishabh Pant be fit for IND vs ENG 4th Test in Manchester? Shubman Gill drops major injury update

India captain Shubman Gill dropped a major update on Rishabh Pant's injury following India's heartbreaking defeat in the third Test match against England at Lord's. With 23 runs needed for a historic win, India lost their final wicket as Mohammed Siraj was bowled after the ball rolled back to the stumps following his defence.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/can-rishabh-pant-play-in-ind-vs-eng-4th-test-in-manchester-shubman-gill-drops-major-injury-update-2025-07-14-998882

Blow for England, Shoaib Bashir ruled out for remainder of IND vs ENG Test series

England have been dealt a blow as spinner Shoaib Bashir has been ruled out for the remainder of the India vs England Test series. Bashir will not be part for the remainder of the series due to the finger injury that he sustained during the third Test against India at Lord's. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/blow-for-england-shoaib-bashir-ruled-out-for-remainder-of-ind-vs-eng-test-series-2025-07-14-998881

Shubman Gill breaks Rahul Dravid's 23-year-old India record in Tests in England despite poor outing at Lord's

Shubman Gill may not have scored the volume of runs which the Indian captain did in the first two games; however, his meagre returns in the third Test at Lord's against England of 16 and 6 in the two innings, helped him break a 23-year-old record of Rahul Dravid. Gill now has the highest number of runs by an Indian batter in a Test series in England (607) in just three games, surpassing Dravid's 602 in the iconic 2002 series. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/shubman-gill-breaks-rahul-dravid-s-23-year-old-india-record-in-tests-in-england-despite-poor-outing-at-lord-s-2025-07-13-998719

What is the highest target successfully chased by India in Tests in England?

India's collective bowling performance on Day 4 against England at Lord's Cricket Ground meant that the visitors found themselves with a great opportunity to win the third Test of the ongoing five-match series and take a 2-1 lead. England were ahead of the game after the first two days with India still trailing by 242 runs with just seven wickets in the bag and had lost skipper Shubman Gill, who has been at the front and centre of India's run-scoring in the series. However, the batters and bowlers' collective performance on the third and fourth days meant that India were 193 runs away from another famous win at the Home of Cricket. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/what-is-the-highest-target-successfully-chased-by-india-in-tests-in-england-lords-3rd-shubman-gill-ben-stokes-kl-rahul-2025-07-13-998717

Ravindra Jadeja equals Virat Kohli, surpasses KL Rahul, Cheteshwar Pujara during Lord's Test

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja slammed yet another half-century on the England tour as he equalled iconic batter Virat Kohli in a major record list. Jadeja, who had hit fifties in both innings of the second Test, slammed his third consecutive fifty in the series during the third Test at Lord's. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/ravindra-jadeja-equals-virat-kohli-surpasses-kl-rahul-cheteshwar-pujara-during-lords-test-2025-07-12-998600

Jannik Sinner beats Novak Djokovic to qualify for Wimbledon 2025 final

In what may be Novak Djokovic’s final appearance at Wimbledon, the Serbian great fell to a straight-sets defeat against Jannik Sinner in the 2025 semi-final, losing 6-3, 6-3, 6-4. With the stunning win, Sinner advanced to his maiden Wimbledon final, where he will face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz on July 13 at SW19. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/tennis/jannik-sinner-beats-novak-djokovic-to-qualify-for-wimbledon-2025-final-2025-07-11-998485

Joe Root surpasses Graham Gooch, breaks 31-year-old Lord's record

Star England batter Joe Root broke Graham Gooch’s record for most international runs at Lord’s. The England legend held the record for 31 years, having scored 2513 runs at the iconic ground. Root, however, broke the record in the third Test of the five-match series against India. On Day 1 of the match, the former England captain surpassed Gooch with a marathon knock of an unbeaten 99 runs. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/joe-root-surpasses-graham-gooch-breaks-31-year-old-lord-s-record-2025-07-10-998338

5 wickets in five balls! Irish all-rounder Curtis Campher scripts cricket history in domestic T20 game - WATCH

Curtis Campher, one of just six players to take four wickets in four balls in T20Is, achieved what no other man in the sport has been able to do anywhere in any format of the game - take five wickets in five balls. It was the Inter-Provincial T20 Trophy in Ireland and Campher decided to do everything for the Munster Reds against the North-West Warriors, score runs, take wickets and eventually finish off the game on his own as he ended up creating history. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/5-wickets-in-five-balls-irish-all-rounder-curtis-campher-scripts-cricket-history-in-domestic-t20-match-watch-2025-07-10-998331

IND vs ENG 3rd Test pitch report: How will surface at Lord’s in London play?

After a win at Headingley, England suffered a 336-run defeat in the second Test at Edgbaston. The Ben Stokes-led side suffered with both bat and ball, as India captain Shubman Gill reigned supreme in the match. The 25-year-old made 269 runs in the first innings and 161 in the second, amassing a total of 430 runs - the second most by a cricketer in a particular match in Test cricket history. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/ind-vs-eng-3rd-test-pitch-report-how-will-surface-at-lord-s-in-london-play-2025-07-09-998138

IND-W vs ENG-W pitch report: How will surface at Old Trafford in Manchester play for 4th T20I?

India Women will face England in the fourth T20I today and will be looking to seal the five-match series. They are leading the series 2-1 and are coming into this game with a loss in the previous outing. The fourth T20I will be played at Old Trafford in Manchester, the venue that is hosting a women's T20I for the first time since 2012. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/ind-w-vs-eng-w-pitch-report-how-will-surface-at-old-trafford-in-manchester-play-for-4th-t20i-2025-07-09-998038

Sri Lanka win 8th consecutive ODI series at home, remain unbeaten since 2021 with 99-run win over Bangladesh

Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh on Tuesday (July 8) in the third ODI to seal the three-match series 2-1. This is their 8th consecutive ODI series win at home. Moreover, they have not lost a single bilateral ODI series at home since 2021, with their last defeat coming against a second-string Indian side led by Shikhar Dhawan. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/sri-lanka-win-8th-consecutive-odi-series-at-home-remain-unbeaten-since-2021-with-99-run-win-over-bangladesh-2025-07-09-998032

Novak Djokovic overcomes unsteady start to beat Alex de Minaur and reach Wimbledon QFs

Serbian icon Novak Djokovic overcame a poor start in his Round of 16 clash against Alex de Minaur as he survived an early exit in Wimbledon 2025. Despite losing the first set 1-6, Djokovic overcame well in the next ones to win 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 against the 11th-seeded Australian on Monday. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/tennis/novak-djokovic-overcomes-unsteady-start-to-beat-alex-de-minaur-and-reach-wimbledon-qfs-2025-07-07-997853

Sai Kishore pens deal with Surrey for two-game County Championship stint

Tamil Nadu spinner R Sai Kishore has signed a short-term deal with Surrey for the two upcoming matches in Division One of the County Championship. Sai Kishore will be playing two matches for the club in late July. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/sai-kishore-pens-deal-with-surrey-for-two-game-county-championship-stint-2025-07-07-997847

Simarjeet Singh, Digvesh Rathi walk away with costliest bids at DPL Auction; Ishant Sharma also gets picked

The second season of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) got off to a sensational start with the local talent fresh off IPL success being rewarded for their performances at a higher level after shining through in the state tournament in the inaugural edition. Simarjeet Singh (Rs 39 Lakh), the right-arm pacer, who was one of the key reasons behind East Delhi Riders winning the first edition of the DPL, was the most expensive pick of the long one-day auction with Central Delhi Kings picking him up, alongside getting back Yash Dhull in the marquee set. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/simarjeet-singh-digvesh-rathi-walk-away-with-costliest-bids-at-dpl-auction-ishant-sharma-also-gets-picked-2025-07-07-997844

WF vs MINY, MLC 2025 Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Washington Freedom vs MI New York

Washington Freedom have the destiny in their hands to finish in the top two in the ongoing edition of the Major League Cricket (MLC) as they take on the MI New York, who will have their priorities to ensure that they are in the top four. The Freedom will be disappointed with the result against the Texas Super Kings, who, for the moment, sit at the top of the table,e but they have the team to see off a hot-and-cold-blowing MINY side. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/wf-vs-miny-mlc-2025-dream11-prediction-best-fantasy-picks-for-washington-freedom-vs-mi-new-york-2025-07-06-997693

Shubman Gill stands second behind Graham Gooch in historic record list with mammoth knock in Birmingham

India’s Test skipper Shubman Gill was once again the talk of the town as India and England locked horns in the second innings of the ongoing Edgbaston clash. After an exceptional 269-run knock in the first innings of the game, Gill followed it up by scoring 161 runs in the second innings as well.  source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/shubman-gill-stands-second-behind-graham-gooch-in-historic-record-list-with-mammoth-knock-in-birmingham-2025-07-05-997611

India serve '60-over hell' trailer to England after Shubman Gill's record-breaking day

India’s bowling performance was under scrutiny after a disappointing performance in the first Test at Headingley. However, in the second Test, in the absence of their star pacer Jasprit Bumrah, the Shubman Gill-led side stepped up with the ball and delivered a phenomenal performance. In the first innings, six of England’s batters registered a duck, which is the most ever in England Test cricket history, while in the second, the hosts are once again put on the back foot. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/india-serve-60-over-hell-trailer-to-england-after-shubman-gill-s-record-breaking-day-2025-07-05-997606

Neeraj Chopra Classic: From Thomas Rohler to Julius Yego, competing Javelin stars and their best throws

The much-awaited Neeraj Chopra Classic is set to pit the Javelin stars onto the field together as the event will feature some of the sport's greatest stars in Bengaluru. In the first edition of the tournament, 12 athletes will put their foot forward, named after and founded by India's two-time Olympic medalist, Neeraj Chopra. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/other/neeraj-chopra-classic-from-thomas-rohler-to-julius-yego-competing-javelin-stars-and-their-best-throws-2025-07-05-997518

D Gukesh wins rapid title at Grand Chess Tour 2025 Zagreb

India’s D. Gukesh clinched the rapid title at the Grand Chess Tour (GCT) 2025 Rapid & Blitz event in Zagreb, Croatia, on Friday, marking another major milestone in his rising career. The 19-year-old World Champion finished with 14 points to top the leaderboard, ahead of Poland’s Jan-Krzysztof Duda and Norwegian Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/other/d-gukesh-wins-rapid-title-at-grand-chess-tour-2025-zagreb-2025-07-04-997510

Pakistan hockey team will be allowed to compete in Asia Cup in India: Sports Ministry source

Pakistan's hockey team will not be stopped from competing in the Men's Hockey Asia Cup that will be played in India from August 27 to September 7 this year. The development comes within a couple of months after the tensions between India and Pakistan escalated to the highest order across the border. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/hockey/pakistan-hockey-team-will-be-allowed-to-compete-in-asia-cup-in-india-sports-ministry-source-2025-07-03-997297

Why is Jasprit Bumrah not playing second Test vs England at Edgbaston?

Ace India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for the second Test against England at Edgbaston. Ahead of the five-match series, the Indian team management noted that Bumrah will only play three of the five Tests. As per the plan, he featured in the first game of the series at Headingley. Now, despite an eight-day gap between the first and second Test, the team management decided to give him a rest for the third Test at the iconic Lord’s. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/why-is-jasprit-bumrah-not-playing-second-test-vs-england-at-edgbaston-2025-07-02-997102

IND-W vs ENG-W pitch report: How will surface at County Ground in Bristol play for 2nd T20I?

The second T20I between England and India Women is set to be played today at the County Ground in Bristol. The visitors put up a brilliant display in the series opener, led by captain Smriti Mandhana who smashed her maiden century in the shortest format of the game. With this being a five-match series, India cannot afford to relax and will be keen on doubling their lead in Bristol. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/ind-w-vs-eng-w-pitch-report-how-will-surface-at-county-ground-in-bristol-play-for-2nd-t20i-2025-07-01-996890

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's comeback to be delayed? BCCI yet to confirm India's tour of Bangladesh

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam has revealed that the BCCI is yet to confirm India's upcoming tour of Bangladesh. As per schedule, India are scheduled to tour Bangladesh for three ODIs and as many T20Is in August. However, the BCCI will take the final decision to tour only after discussions with the Indian government, given the current political situation in Bangladesh. If, in case, India refuse to tour Bangladesh, it will delay the international comeback of star players Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma who are only active in ODIs, after stepping away from Tests and T20Is over the last 12 months. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/cricket/rohit-sharma-virat-kohli-s-comeback-to-be-delayed-bcci-yet-to-confirm-india-s-tour-of-bangladesh-2025-07-01-996887

Rohan Bopanna to Yuki Bhambhri - 4 Indian players taking part in Wimbledon 2025

The third Grand Slam of the tennis calendar, Wimbledon, is all set to get underway today at the All England Club in London. All eyes will be on the likes of Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, who locked horns in one of the most memorable finals in French Open history. Both of them will be in action once again, while Novak Djokovic will also be eyeing his record 25th Grand Slam. As far as India are concerned, four players will represent the country in this two-week event. source https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports/tennis/rohan-bopanna-to-yuki-bhambhri-4-indian-players-taking-part-in-wimbledon-2025-2025-06-30-996807