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Bangladesh Test Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto Resigns After Sri Lanka Defeat

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

Prithvi Shaw Acknowledges Missteps, Vows Rededication After Career Setbacks

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.

Dwayne Bravo Champions Major League Cricket's Push to Convert US Fans to Cricket

Dwayne Bravo reflects on the growth of Major League Cricket in the US, highlighting improvements in cricket quality, local talent, and international star participation. He emphasizes the importance of engaging American fans, investing in infrastructure, and developing a player pipeline. Bravo expresses optimism about cricket's future in the US, driven by passionate fans, dedicated players, and upcoming global events.

Rishabh Pant's Game-Changing Innings Draw Adam Gilchrist Comparisons, Says Greg Chappell

Greg Chappell lauded Rishabh Pant's explosive batting in the recent Test match against England, comparing his game-changing impact to that of former Australian cricketer Adam Gilchrist. Pant's twin centuries at Headingley, a feat matched only by Andy Flower previously, showcased his fearless approach and ability to keep bowlers on their toes.

Chess Sensation: 9-Year-Old Indian Player Draws with Magnus Carlsen in Online Tournament OR Magnus Carlsen Held to Draw by 9-Year-Old Indian Chess Prodigy in Online Clash OR Indian Chess Prodigy, 9, Secures Draw Against World Champion Magnus Carlsen

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.

ICC Test Rankings: Pant Soars to Career Best, Bumrah Dominates, Root Still King

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.

Chopra Takes Ostrava Golden Spike Title, Eyes Higher Marks After 85.29m Throw

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.

Jaiswal's Fielding Under Fire: Headingley Errors Revive Concerns Over Dropped Catches; Gambhir & Teammates Offer Support

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.

Gambhir Defends India's Tailenders After Headingley Test Collapse, Cites Dropped Catches as Key Factor

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

Nitish Rana Eyes Delhi Comeback After Disappointing Uttar Pradesh Spell

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.

Shadman Islam Supports Bangladesh Batters After Day 1 Struggles Against Sri Lanka

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

Wimbledon 2025: Bhambri and Galloway's Doubles Run Ends in Tiebreak Heartbreak OR Bhambri, Galloway Fall in Wimbledon Doubles: Tiebreak Loss Ends Indian Hopes

Despite Robert Galloway's fractured finger, he and Yuki Bhambri battled in the Wimbledon men's doubles, ultimately losing to Granollers and Zeballos in a close match. Bhambri's Wimbledon exit marks the end of the Indian challenge. Bhambri will now partner with Michael Venus, a longtime friend, with whom he aims for a long-term partnership.

McCullum Calls for "Spicy" Lord's Wicket After Edgbaston Loss; Echoes Stokes' "Subcontinent Pitch" Concerns

Following a heavy defeat in the second Test, England coach Brendon McCullum has requested a faster, bouncier pitch for the upcoming Lord's Test. This comes after both McCullum and captain Ben Stokes acknowledged misreading the Edgbaston pitch, describing it as a "subcontinent-type" surface that favored India's bowlers.

Dimitrov's Wimbledon Hopes Dashed as Injury Forces Retirement Against Sinner

Grigor Dimitrov was on the verge of causing a massive upset against World No. 1 Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon when fate struck cruelly again. Leading by two sets and in vintage form, the 34-year-old collapsed mid-match with a pectoral injury — for his fifth Grand Slam retirement in a row.

Sanjog Gupta Named ICC's New Chief Executive Officer, Set to Take Helm in July 2025

Set to take charge on July 7, Sanjog Gupta will become the seventh CEO in ICC history

Simmons Cuts Short Sri Lanka Tour for Medical Evaluation in London

The Bangladesh head coach, who is going to London for a medical appointment, will return before the third ODI

Chess Star Vidit Gujrathi Defends Family's Medical Titles in Heated Online Exchange

Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi defended his family members' professions after a social media user questioned their legitimacy as doctors on National Doctors' Day. The dispute arose when Gujrathi acknowledged his father, an ayurvedic specialist, mother, a cosmetologist, sister, a physiotherapist, and wife, a homeopathic doctor.

Sri Lanka's Fielding Masterclass Fuels ODI Victory Over Bangladesh, Says Hasaranga

Bangladesh were cruising in the run chase before collapsing in spectacular fashion

Carlsen's Verdict on Gukesh: World Champion's Progress "Remains to Be Seen" to Impress

Magnus Carlsen, after the first day of the SuperUnited Croatia Rapid & Blitz 2025, acknowledged Gukesh's improvement but stated he's yet to be truly impressed by the young Indian chess players. He praised Praggnanandhaa's recent classical tournament wins, highlighting his consistent performance.

Sangakkara Questions India's Priorities: Is Bumrah Rest Justified With Series on the Line?

India's decision to rest Jasprit Bumrah for the second Test against England has drawn criticism, especially from former players like Kumar Sangakkara, Ravi Shastri and Dale Steyn. With India trailing 0-1 in the series, the team management's decision to stick to a pre-decided plan of resting Bumrah has raised questions about their approach to crucial matches and team selection strategy.