Despite a valiant effort by Chris Woakes, England was unable to surpass India's first innings lead of 471 runs. Star bowler Jasprit Bumrah proved to be too much for the English team, taking five wickets and limiting them to a score of 465. Although the game remains evenly poised, India's fielding weaknesses and captain Shubman Gill's questionable decisions could give England the edge in the next innings.
Former Indian batter Sanjay Manjrekar, now an expert and commentator, praises the inclusion of Prasidh Krishna in the playing XI for the first Test against England. He believes Krishna is currently the best seamer for India and can only improve with more experience and wickets under his belt. Krishna, who impressed in IPL 2021 with 25 wickets, made a successful comeback in the Test team after a hiatus of more than five years, taking a crucial wicket on Day 3 of the Leeds Test.
Madrid defender Raul Asencio's start to the Club World Cup has been a nightmare, as he was at fault for the equaliser in their first match and was sent off in the seventh minute of their second match for a foul. His actions prevented his team from conceding, but now he will miss the final group game. 101 Great Goals, a global football news publisher, provides live streaming information, betting tips, news, and updates for fans of top teams like Manchester United, Arsenal, and Barcelona.
In a thrilling FIFA Club World Cup match, 21-year-old Gonzalo Garcia of Real Madrid stepped up in place of the ailing Kylian Mbappe and scored the team's winning goal against Al Hilal. This young talent's performance has fans and critics alike dubbing him as the next rising star of Real Madrid, and perhaps even the world of football. Despite facing a tough opponent, Real Madrid's victory has cemented their position as one of the top teams in the tournament. Don't miss out on the action, catch the highlights and subscribe to be a part of the excitement.
India's star spinner Kuldeep Yadav secretly got married to his childhood friend Vanshika in a private ceremony in Lucknow before leaving for the England tour. While the news came as a shock to fans, it was later revealed that Yadav had posted a picture of his fiance on Instagram, which was then deleted. With veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement, the responsibility of leading India's spin attack in England now lies on Kuldeep and his partnership with fellow spinner Ravindra Jadeja will be key to the team's performance.
After suffering a defeat to Alexander Bublik in the Terra Wortmann Open final, Daniil Medvedev joked that his opponent should be included in the draws of either Carlos Alcaraz or Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon. Bublik pulled off a surprise victory against the former World No. 1, showcasing exceptional skills and creativity on the grasscourt. This win marked Bublik's second title at the ATP 500 event and he also defeated Sinner en route to his triumph, leaving the Italian stunned. Medvedev's comments could potentially set up a meeting between Alcaraz and Bublik if the draw favors his wish.
Former Indian cricketer Farokh Engineer expresses surprise and disappointment over Indian team's decision to leave wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav out of the playing XI for the first Test against England. Engineer, who played 46 Tests for India, believes Yadav should have been included as he is a "quality bowler" that England batters would struggle with. He also praises new Test skipper Shubman Gill for his leadership skills and backs him despite his modest record in SENA countries. Engineer also comments on England's lack of quality spinners and reflects on the retirements of star players Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and R Ashwin.
Former England men’s cricket team captain Nasser Hussain showered compliments on Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, saying that he would have lost his wicket 10 out of 10 times if he had faced Bumrah during his playing career. Bumrah, who has had a stellar career so far, has over 400 international wickets to his name and played a key role in India’s T20 World Cup victory last year. He was also awarded the ICC Cricketer and Test Cricketer of the Year awards in 2024.
In a gripping match between India and England, the third day saw Harry Brook smashing out 99 runs for the home team. Despite the tail-enders putting up a strong fight, Jasprit Bumrah's 5-wicket haul ensured India's lead in the first innings. KL Rahul's unbeaten 47 in the second innings keeps the match balanced for both teams.
India's fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah achieved a remarkable feat in the first Test between England and India at Headingley in Leeds. He equaled former captain Kapil Dev's record of most five-wicket hauls for India in away Tests, with both players having 12 fifers to their names. Bumrah's outstanding performance helped India take control of the match, as he consistently took wickets to restrict England's first innings total. This milestone comes in just Bumrah's 34th Test, while Kapil Dev took 66 matches to achieve it.
Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj showcased his frustration towards English batsman Harry Brook during day three of the first Test in Headingley. The two got into a heated altercation as Brook attacked Siraj's bowling, hitting two sublime fours before the bowler issued a reply. In the end, it was Bumrah who stole the show with a five-wicket haul as England ended with a six-run first innings lead. The game is now poised for an exciting finish as both teams look to grab the victory.