Young cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal showed his class once again in the fifth Test between India and England at the Oval, scoring an unbeaten 51 runs to give India a 52-run lead at the end of Day 2. Despite England's dropped chances, Jaiswal stayed calm and played some impressive shots to keep India in the driver's seat. India's bowlers, particularly Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna, also played a crucial role in bundling out England for 247.
After a decade with Tottenham Hotspur, captain Son Heung-Min has announced his decision to leave the club this summer. The South Korean forward has become one of the best players in the Premier League during his time with the team, leading them to their first trophy in 17 years with a Europa League win. Son's next destination is still unknown, but media reports suggest he could be headed to the MLS in the USA. His departure comes as a shock to fans as the team prepares for their pre-season campaign.
After a decade at Tottenham, Son Heung-min is ready for a new challenge and has informed the club of his desire to leave this summer. The South Korean forward held talks with new coach Thomas Frank and expressed his interest in leaving on a high. Sources suggest that LAFC is Son's most likely destination, with the MLS team showing strong interest in the prolific striker. Meanwhile, Tottenham is looking to fill the gap with a potential loan deal for Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha.
On day 2 of the fifth test between India and England, Indian pacers Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna put on a remarkable performance, taking 4 wickets each. With this, they became the fifth Indian pair to achieve this feat in a test match in England, joining the likes of L Amarnath and V Mankad in 1946 and V Prasad and J Srinath in 1996. The match concluded with India leading England by 52 runs, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Akash Deep on the crease to build on a big total for India.
Renowned cricket coach Sanjay Bangar has drawn parallels between India's bowling pair of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj to the iconic batting duo of Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid. As Siraj played a crucial role in India's comeback on Day 2 of The Oval Test against England, Bangar praised his work ethic and dedication for the team. While Siraj has been excelling in the lead role in Bumrah's absence, Bangar believes that the two complement each other just like Tendulkar and Dravid did during their playing days. Despite the workload management concerns in the Indian team, Siraj has been able to maintain his fitness and form, which Bangar attributes to his unwavering dedication and massive heart for the game. With Siraj and Prasidh Krishna's impressive bowling efforts in the second innings, India looks set to make an impact in the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.
Former Indian Premier League commissioner Lalit Modi and controversial businessman Vijay Mallya were seen together at The Oval in London, surprising fans. They were joined by West Indies batsman Chris Gayle and others, marking a reunion for the two businessmen who have been under the radar for financial misdemeanors. Social media was abuzz with photos and videos of the two sitting together at the cricket match.
The highly anticipated semifinal clash between top-ranked chess players Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura at the Esports World Cup 2025 did not disappoint, delivering intense action, drama, and entertainment for the live audience. With Carlsen representing Team Norway and Nakamura representing Team Falcons, a Saudi-based Esports organization, the crowd was heavily in favor of the American Nakamura. However, Carlsen's strategic gameplay and a controversial gesture to hush the audience ultimately led to his victory and a spot in the finals against Nakamura's teammate Alireza Firouzja. Meanwhile, Nakamura will face off against Indian player Arjun Erigais for third place.
On a green top in London, Sai Sudharsan and the Indian batting line-up had a tough first day at The Oval. Sudharsan's dismissal for 38, after facing 108 deliveries, left him shattered as he edged a brilliant delivery from Josh Tongue to wicketkeeper Jamie Smith. Before the rain interruptions, India lost captain Shubman Gill to a silly run-out, causing further frustration and struggles for the team.
On the second day of the fifth Test between India and England at The Oval, Mohammed Siraj paid tribute to late England legend Graham Thorpe by wearing a headband. This gesture not only won hearts, but Siraj also showcased his brilliant fast bowling skills with a four-wicket haul. His impressive performance not only helped India stage a dramatic fightback, but also made him the leading wicket-taker in the series with 18 scalps.
In the ongoing fifth Test between India and England at The Oval, the Indian bowlers dominated the second day of play. Despite impressive fifties from Harry Brook and Zak Crawley, who helped England take a slender lead, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna picked four wickets each to keep the hosts in check. With the series level at 2-2, both teams are fighting for the lead in a thrilling final match.