Yashasvi Jaiswal stepped up for Team India in the ongoing Test match against England at Lord's, grabbing a sharp catch at gully to dismiss opener Zak Crawley. Jaiswal, who has been facing criticism for his fieldwork, redeemed himself with the brilliant catch. The catch came after a tense moment on day 3, when Crawley's time-wasting tactics sparked a heated exchange with Indian skipper Virat Kohli. The incident reflects the rising intensity between the two sides in the ongoing Test series.
Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant was unable to take the field on the second day of the Lord's Test due to an injured left index finger. Despite taking part in some drills with the assistant coach, he was visibly in discomfort and was seen shadow-practising only with his bottom hand. The injury occurred on the first day when Pant hurt himself while attempting to stop a ball from Jasprit Bumrah. However, there is still hope that he will be able to bat in his usual No.5 position if he is fit enough to do so.
All-rounder Washington Sundar shines with a four-wicket haul as India bowls out England for 192 on a challenging pitch on day four at Lord's. Washington's timely wickets have disrupted the opposition and given India a chance to chase the target of 193 on the fifth day. His selection over Kuldeep Yadav has been justified, and Washington is confident that the team's capable batters will come out positive on day 5 to secure a memorable Test victory at Lord's.
Jannik Sinner, the world's top-ranked player, used the emotional pain from his French Open defeat against Carlos Alcaraz as motivation to secure his first Wimbledon championship on Sunday. Sinner exacted revenge on his arch-rival with a 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 victory on Centre Court, becoming the first Italian man to ever win the prestigious tournament. Despite the rollercoaster of emotions that came with their rematch, Sinner remained composed and focused, ultimately achieving his childhood dream of hoisting the Wimbledon trophy.
In an intense and exciting Club World Cup final, Chelsea won against PSG at MetLife Stadium, thanks to the exceptional performance of their star player, Cole Palmer. Despite facing a strong and unbeaten defence, Palmer proved his worth as he led his team to victory with a display of skill and confidence. This game may have marked the return of Palmer's peak form, much to the delight of fans and supporters.
Jannik Sinner defeated defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in an intense and closely fought final to claim his first Wimbledon championship. The 23-year-old Italian overcame his 22-year-old Spanish rival in four sets, reversing the result of their previous encounter at the French Open. Sinner's victory also ended Alcaraz's unbeaten streak at the All England Club and marked the first time the Spaniard has lost a Grand Slam final. The thrilling rivalry between the two young players is set to continue captivating tennis fans.
After securing his fourth Grand Slam title and first Wimbledon trophy, Jannik Sinner showed his appreciation for his young royal fans by signing tennis balls for Prince George and Princess Charlotte. The young prince and princess, alongside their parents, watched on as Sinner triumphed over Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling final match.
Indian batter Karun Nair faced another disappointing outing as he was bowled out for just 14 runs by Brydon Carse on the fourth day of the third Test against England at Lord's. This adds to his streak of underwhelming scores since his return to the national team. Nair's dismissal came at a crucial moment as India were chasing a target of 193 runs, and looked poised for victory before his wicket fell.
In a crucial match against Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans' young talent, Sai Sudarshan, suffered an injury while trying to save a boundary. The extent of the injury is yet to be revealed and it remains to be seen if he will be able to continue playing in the tournament. Despite his injury, Sudarshan had provided a crucial knock with the bat, scoring 63 runs to help Titans set a target of 197.
The third Test between India and England hangs in the balance as the hosts put up a resilient fightback against the visitors. With England dismissing four Indian batters in a nail-biting finale on Day 4, the game is set for an exciting finish. However, the highlight of the day was when captain Joe Root's tactics paid off as Brydon Carse's trap sent Shubman Gill back to the pavilion, following a verbal exchange between the two teams. India's hopes now rest on their world no. 6 batter as they look to secure a crucial 2-1 lead in this thrilling Test series.
In a thrilling match at Centre Court in Wimbledon, Italian player Jannik Sinner triumphed over Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz in four sets to claim his first Wimbledon title. The match was a tense battle from start to finish, with both players showcasing their skills and determination. In the end, Sinner's persistence paid off as he managed to break Alcaraz's serve and secure the win.