Monday, June 22
AB de Villiers, the South African legend, recently shared his all-time top three batters and bowlers across all formats, sparking debate among cricket fans. His picks for batters include Jacques Kallis, Ricky Ponting, and Virat Kohli, while his bowlers list features Mohammad Asif, Dale Steyn, and Glenn McGrath.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson paid tribute to Hulk Hogan, his childhood hero and friend, following Hogan's death from cardiac arrest at 71. Johnson shared an emotional Instagram post recalling their WrestleMania X8 match and a touching childhood memory. He remembered Hogan gifting him a headband after their initial meeting, highlighting the profound impact Hogan had on his life and career.
The 2025 Men's T20 Asia Cup will be held in the UAE from September 9-28, featuring eight teams, the largest edition yet. Arch-rivals India and Pakistan are in the same group and will clash on September 14. India's group stage includes matches against UAE and Oman. The tournament serves as preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Kapil Dev has urged critics to be patient with young Shubman Gill, emphasizing the England series as a valuable learning experience despite India trailing. He acknowledged Bumrah's unique action and workload management, praising his commitment. Kapil also advocated for patience with debutant Anshul Kamboj, focusing on potential over immediate results, and expressed his preference for Ravindra Jadeja over Ben Stokes.
India's path to the 2025 Asia Cup is confirmed, with the tournament set in the UAE from September 9-28. India will face Pakistan, UAE, and Oman in Group A, starting against UAE on September 10. A highly anticipated India vs. Pakistan match is scheduled for September 14, with potential further clashes in the Super 4s and final.
Ravi Shastri has identified Shubman Gill as the next potential superstar of Indian cricket, poised to emulate the endorsement success of Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and Virat Kohli. Shastri highlighted Gill's leadership, batting prowess, and youthful appeal as key factors, predicting he will become a prominent figure in Indian cricket.
The first game of the Women’s Chess World Cup final saw a draw between Divya Deshmukh and Koneru Humpy in Batumi. Divya, playing white, surprised with a new opening, while Humpy's experience ensured a balanced game. Despite tense moments and repeated checks, neither player could break through, setting the stage for a gripping contest.
Tim David's explosive 37-ball century propelled Australia to a dominant victory against the West Indies in St. Kitts, securing an unassailable 3-0 series lead. David's record-breaking innings, featuring 11 sixes, included a blistering 128-run partnership with Mitchell Owen.
