Monday, June 09
Ahead of his back surgery, Cameron Green received reassuring words from Jasprit Bumrah, who had undergone a similar procedure. Bumrah's comeback and performance inspired Green, boosting his confidence. Green, now recovered, is set to play in the WTC Final as a specialist batter, potentially batting at No. 3 for Australia.
Team India gears up for the crucial Test series against England with an important training session in Beckenham. Led by Shubman Gill and coached by Gautam Gambhir, the squad is acclimatising to English conditions before a scheduled rest day. The team's preparation includes warm-up drills and sprint sessions, setting the stage for the first Test at Headingley.
Indian cricketer Rinku Singh and Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj celebrated their engagement in a lavish ceremony in Lucknow, attended by prominent political figures like Akhilesh Yadav and Jaya Bachchan. The couple's union blends the worlds of sports and politics, marking a significant moment as they embark on their journey together.
Ravichandran Ashwin found himself embroiled in controversy during a TNPL 2025 match after being dismissed LBW. Disagreeing with the umpire's decision, Ashwin engaged in a heated argument, which was captured on video and went viral. Replays suggested the ball might have pitched outside leg, adding fuel to the debate as Dindigul Dragons suffered a batting collapse and a heavy defeat.
Carlos Alcaraz triumphed over Jannik Sinner in the longest French Open final in history, winning 4-6, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6, 7-6 after five hours and 29 minutes. Down two sets and three championship points, Alcaraz staged a stunning comeback, capturing his fifth Grand Slam title at just 22. This first major final in their rivalry delivered a generational classic.
A Big Cricket League match in Surat witnessed a bizarre incident when batter Chirag Gandhi, on 98, hit his stumps, but the bail miraculously remained in place. Despite the lucky break, UP Brij Stars failed to chase MP Tigers' 239-run target. Gandhi remained unbeaten on 101, but his team fell short, highlighting cricket's unpredictable nature.
After coming up against defending champions Spain in the final, Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal forced the game into penalties after finishing the game 2-2 in normal time. Ronaldo scored the equalizer for his side as they beat Luis de la Fuente's men 5-3 on penalties to lift their second crown in the competition.
Carlos Alcaraz showcased remarkable resilience at the 2025 French Open, retaining his title against Jannik Sinner in a gruelling five-set final. Alcaraz overcame a two-set deficit and saved multiple match points to secure his fifth Grand Slam title. The epic battle, marked by exceptional skill and drama, will be remembered as a classic.
India A extended their lead to 184 runs against England Lions on the third day of the second unofficial Test, reaching 163 for four in their second innings. Khaleel Ahmed's impressive 4/70 helped India A restrict England Lions to 327 after posting 348 in their first innings.
