In a stunning display of skill and determination, Indian captain Shubman Gill led his team to their first-ever Test win at Edgbaston against England. Breaking records along the way, Gill became the youngest-ever Indian captain to win an overseas Test match. With an impressive batting performance from the team, backed up by an outstanding display of bowling, India secured a massive 336-run victory against England in the second Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025.
On Monday, legendary Indian cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni celebrated his 44th birthday. Known for his calmness under pressure and tactical genius, Dhoni has won the hearts of fans for over two decades. He has not only been a prolific scorer, but also a revolutionary wicketkeeper, contributing runs with the consistency and hunger of a top-order batsman. With 10,773 runs in 350 ODIs, and an impressive average of 50.57, Dhoni remains one of the world's greatest players and a beloved son of India.
With less than a month until the Premier League returns, Manchester United are still looking to strengthen their squad. After a slow start to the summer transfer window, the Red Devils are now targeting free agent Dominic Calvert-Lewin as a cost-effective solution. The 28-year-old striker would provide valuable depth and experience for manager Ruben Amorim's team. Meanwhile, Arsenal's pursuit of another potential target, Viktor Gyokeres, looks to be coming to an end as they close in on a deal for the Swedish striker.
As former India skipper MS Dhoni celebrates his 44th birthday, a hilarious moment from one of his interviews resurfaces where he reveals the name of his childhood crush while participating in a magician's act. With Dhoni's last professional appearance for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2025, there have been discussions on whether he will play in the next season. The 44-year-old stated that he will take 5-6 months to decide if he is ready to play in IPL 2026 or not.
Indian fast bowler Akash Deep wowed not just pundits and Indian fans with his special 10-wicket haul in the second test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at Edgbaston, but also won over English fans with an original song dedicated to his name. The 28-year-old's impressive figures of 10 for 187 made him the second Indian bowler in 93 years to take a 10-wicket haul in a Test match in England. In the absence of star bowler Jasprit Bumrah, Akash Deep's impressive performance has solidified his place in the Indian squad and earned high praise from captain Shubman Gill.
Indian cricket icon and Chennai Super Kings legend MS Dhoni turns 40 today, marking a milestone in his illustrious career. The wicketkeeper-batter known as 'Thala' has been a vital part of the Super Kings since the inception of the Indian Premier League, leading them to five titles. Aside from his impressive record on the field, Dhoni has also become synonymous with the CSK franchise and has helped them become one of the most successful teams in the league.
India’s team, led by Shubman Gill, Akashdeep and Mohammed Siraj, took their first ever Test victory in Birmingham. Gill scored 269 runs in the first innings and 161 in the second, while Siraj and Akashdeep both took their first fifers in England. India dominated both batting and bowling, with standout performances from Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Akashdeep. England’s efforts fell short as they lost by a wide margin of 500 runs.
Recently, viral videos of MS Dhoni attending his friend's birthday party have been circulating on social media. Fans were quick to praise the cricket legend for his humility and kindness, as seen in the video where he politely offers a piece of cake to others before finally accepting one for himself. Viewers were charmed by Dhoni's demeanor and expressed their love and appreciation in the comments. This heartwarming clip serves as a reminder of why Dhoni is not just a talented sportsman, but also a beloved, down-to-earth individual.
After producing a stunning catch to end Josh Tongue's inning, Mohammed Siraj gained praise from Indian Premier League franchise Mumbai Indians and legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, who compared him to the great Jonty Rhodes. Siraj's acrobatic catch added to India's impressive win over England in Birmingham, securing a 1-0 lead in the five-match test series.
Lando Norris, a 25-year-old McLaren driver, made history by becoming the first new British driver to win the British Grand Prix since Lewis Hamilton in 2008. However, his emotional victory was marred by a freak incident during his celebrations at Silverstone. A man in dark clothing and a bright purple baseball cap fell onto Norris, pushing him into another photographer's lens and leaving him with a small cut on his nose. This took some of the joy out of Norris' landmark day, where he also closed the gap in the drivers' standings to just eight points.