Sunday, May 10
Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana's father, Shrinivas, has been discharged from the hospital and is stable after experiencing chest pain, initially suspected to be a heart attack. This led to the indefinite postponement of Smriti's wedding to Palash Muchhal. Doctors confirmed Shrinivas was diagnosed with angina, not a heart attack, and an angiography revealed no blockages, easing concerns.
Gill, recovering from a neck injury that forced him out of the match and the upcoming ODI series, addressed fans and teammates with a message of resolve on X. Gill had flown with the squad to Guwahati despite his injury, with team management initially hoping he might recover in time for a late fitness call.
South Africa coach Shukri Conrad's use of the word "grovel" to describe his team's strategy against India has sparked controversy. Former Indian cricketers Anil Kumble and Cheteshwar Pujara expressed shock, highlighting the word's offensive historical context and advising humility when on top. Pujara suggested the remark might instead motivate the Indian team.
India's Test captain Rishabh Pant lost his patience with spinner Kuldeep Yadav on Day 4 of the Guwahati Test for repeatedly delaying his overs. Pant's frustration was echoed by former coach Ravi Shastri, who highlighted the over-rate risks. This wasn't the first instance, as Pant had previously admonished Kuldeep for similar delays.
Defending champions Mumbai Indians geared up for WPL 2026 with a strong core, retaining captain Harmanpreet Kaur, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, Amanjot Kaur, and G Kamalini. With Rs 5.75 crore remaining and no RTM options, MI aimed for strategic acquisitions in the mega auction to bolster their championship defense and secure their winning momentum.
Social media rumors of Smriti Mandhana unfollowing her fiancé Palash Muchhal are incorrect, with their wedding postponed due to simultaneous family medical emergencies. Mandhana's father experienced heart-attack-like symptoms, followed by Muchhal's own health complications, leading to an indefinite delay as both families prioritise recovery.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray has criticised the ICC for scheduling the 2026 T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad, accusing the body of "sudden politics of favouritism." He argued that Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium is a more fitting venue, questioning the repeated selection of Ahmedabad for major finals over other historic grounds.
