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.
The second unofficial four-day Test between India A and England Lions concluded in a draw at Northampton. India A declared their second innings at 417/7, setting England Lions a target of 439. Tanush Kotian's unbeaten 90 and Anshul Kamboj's 51 led India A's batting effort. England Lions were 32/3 in their second innings.
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.
Australian captain Pat Cummins regards the 2023 ODI World Cup victory over India as a career highlight. Aiming for consecutive World Test Championship (WTC) titles, Cummins emphasizes the team's consistent performance across diverse conditions.
Ahead of the World Test Championship final against India, Australian pacers playfully discussed Josh Hazlewood's new moniker, 'Hazel God,' bestowed upon him by Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans after a stellar IPL season. Hazlewood, in top form with 22 wickets, is poised to potentially replace Scott Boland in the starting XI.