Saturday, May 09
Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana has officially confirmed her wedding to music composer Palash Muchhal is off, ending weeks of speculation. She requested privacy for both families, stating her focus is now on representing India. Calling herself a “very private person,” she urged restraint and understanding from the public.
Following a stellar India vs South Africa ODI series, where he smashed two centuries and a fifty, Virat Kohli visited the Simhachalam Temple. His exceptional form, culminating in Player of the Series, saw him finish 2025 as India's top ODI scorer. Head coach Gautam Gambhir also sought blessings at the temple before the decisive Vizag match.
Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana has confirmed the cancellation of her wedding with music composer Palash Muchhal, addressing weeks of speculation through an Instagram post and requesting privacy for both families as they navigate the situation.
Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar asserts that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma deserve special treatment and their places in the ODI setup should never have been questioned. He believes their years of contribution and recent strong performances warrant a different evaluation standard, highlighting their impact on team morale and performance.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir defended his flexible batting order approach in white-ball cricket, calling it "overrated" except for openers. He highlighted Washington Sundar's adaptability and team-first attitude. Gambhir also acknowledged dew's significant impact on the ODI series but expects less influence in the upcoming T20Is.
