Mahendra Singh Dhoni addressed Chennai Super Kings' disappointing IPL season, acknowledging the need for a squad overhaul. Despite speculation about his retirement, Dhoni emphasised the importance of addressing the team's weaknesses and starting afresh next season. He highlighted the significance of consistent performance and learning from past mistakes to rebuild CSK's competitiveness.from Sports News: Cricket Live Scores, Latest Sports News, Football, NBA, NFL, WWE, NHL, MLB News & More https://ift.tt/SJzTExk
England's fielding woes resurfaced as Liam Dawson dropped Yashasvi Jaiswal, who was also earlier dropped by Harry Brook. India capitalized on these reprieves after dismissing England for 247, led by Siraj and Krishna's four-wicket hauls, restricting the host's lead to 23. India, aiming to level the series, will rely on Jaiswal to make the most of his second chance.
Gus Atkinson impressed on his return, but England is concerned about Chris Woakes' shoulder injury sustained while fielding. Woakes' injury adds to England's bowling concerns, with Jamie Overton and Josh Tongue also struggling. Karun Nair's resilient unbeaten 52 helped India recover to 204 for 6 after a shaky start, marking his first Test fifty in several years.
Divya Deshmukh, the 19-year-old chess prodigy, clinched the FIDE Women’s World Cup title in Batumi, becoming the youngest ever to achieve this feat. Deshmukh secured her Grandmaster title after defeating Koneru Humpy in a tie-breaker. Known for her aggressive playing style, she remains unfazed by pressure, focusing instead on her personal goals and expectations.
India, already trailing 1-2 in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025, aim to draw the series against England in the final Test at The Oval. Wasim Jaffer suggests an XI featuring Kuldeep Yadav amid injuries to key players like Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah. The lineup emphasises a strong batting order and a three-man spin attack to salvage pride.
The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series stands at 2-1, favouring England. India, led by Shubman Gill and coached by Gautam Gambhir, seeks an equaliser in London. Despite inexperience, the team has shown resilience. Gill defends Gambhir's actions regarding the pitch, expressing optimism about levelling the series. The team has faced challenges but remains focused on a significant achievement.
Tensions flared ahead of the final Test between India and England as a heated argument erupted between India's coach, Gautam Gambhir, and pitch curator Lee Fortis over pitch access. Irfan Pathan's social media post ignited a debate about double standards, questioning why England's coach had pitch access while Gambhir did not.
In a World Championship of Legends 2025 match, John Hastings bowled a strange over. The over included 12 wides and a no-ball. Pakistan Champions were chasing a small target. Saeed Ajmal took six wickets, dismantling Australia Champions. Sharjeel Khan and Sohaib Maqsood easily secured a 10-wicket victory for Pakistan. Hastings's over became a talking point among fans.
The drawn fourth Test between India and England at Old Trafford saw late-game drama as Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar opted to continue batting despite a handshake offer from Ben Stokes and Harry Brook. Dale Steyn weighed in, suggesting a handshake would have been sportsmanlike once the draw was secured, though he acknowledged the batters' right to pursue milestones.