Wednesday, June 10
Eleven Indian Super League clubs are urging the All India Football Federation to address the uncertainty surrounding ISL's future with the Supreme Court. This follows FSDL's decision to pause the 2025-26 season due to Master Rights Agreement renewal concerns. The clubs threaten independent legal action if AIFF fails to act.
Pakistani cricketer Haider Ali is under criminal investigation in England following a rape allegation reported to Greater Manchester Police. The alleged incident occurred on July 23, 2025, during the Pakistan Shaheens' tour. Ali has been arrested and released on bail, and the PCB has provisionally suspended him pending the investigation's outcome, respecting UK legal procedures.
Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan's recent Instagram post, featuring unseen photos with his son Zoraver, has resonated deeply with fans. Dhawan expressed his longing for his son, especially after seeing his friends with their children. The post included a picture with Rohit Sharma and his daughter, highlighting the family bonds within cricket.
Abhimanyu Easwaran's father revealed his son's frustration at not being selected for a single Test match during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series, despite strong performances beforehand. Easwaran, though disappointed, is now focused on preparing for the Duleep Trophy. Encouragement from head coach Gautam Gambhir, promising him a fair opportunity, has helped maintain his spirits.
MS Dhoni launched his sports venture, 7Padel, in Chennai, highlighted by a friendly padel match with music composer Anirudh Ravichander. The facility features padel and pickleball courts, a pool, gym, and more. Dhoni aims to popularize padel, emphasizing its accessibility for all, hoping 7Padel becomes a hub for athletes and families in Chennai.
Glenn McGrath has boldly predicted a 5-0 Ashes whitewash for Australia, citing England's batting vulnerabilities exposed during their recent series against India. Stuart Broad responded playfully on social media to McGrath's early forecast.
The fifth Test between India and England saw a controversial send-off by Akash Deep to Ben Duckett, drawing criticism despite Duckett's impressive series performance. Duckett's coach, James Knott, defended his player's competitive spirit and unique batting style. Knott also reflected on Duckett's past disciplinary issues and personal growth, highlighting his maturation through life experiences.
Haider Ali, a young Pakistan cricketer, has been arrested in England amidst the Shaheens' tour, facing allegations of rape. Greater Manchester Police are investigating the incident, which reportedly occurred on July 23, 2025. The PCB has provisionally suspended Ali and pledged full cooperation with the legal proceedings, casting a shadow over his promising career.
Parthiv Patel lauded Shubman Gill's exceptional performance in the recent England series, where he amassed 754 runs at an average of 75.40, including four centuries. Gill's remarkable feat marked the second-highest run total by an Indian in a Test series, only trailing Sunil Gavaskar's record.
Pakistani cricket is facing a new controversy as batter Haider Ali was arrested in England on alleged rape charges during the Shaheens' tour. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the arrest and subsequent bail. The PCB has provisionally suspended Ali, pledging full cooperation with the investigation and offering legal support. The incident occurred on July 23, and Ali's passport has been seized.
