Tuesday, June 23
Ravi Shastri, the former Indian head coach and legend, recently shared his insights on the ongoing Test series in England and named his top five Indian cricketers of all time. His picks included Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev, Virat Kohli, and MS Dhoni, justifying his choices based on their influence across different eras.
England captain Ben Stokes warns India about intense competition in the upcoming fourth Test. Stokes confirms Liam Dawson replaces injured Shoaib Bashir in the team. Dawson is making a comeback after 2017. Chris Woakes also returns after a break. India might give a debut to uncapped pacer Anshul Kamboj. The series is currently led by England 2-1.
At the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam in Las Vegas, Levon Aronian secured his first title, defeating Hans Niemann in the final and earning $200,000. A notable moment occurred when Magnus Carlsen conspicuously did not applaud Niemann during the award ceremony, reigniting their ongoing feud, but warmly applauded Aronian. Carlsen recovered to win the third-place match against Nakamura.
India faces England in a crucial fourth Test. A loss means series defeat for the Shubman Gill-led side. England won the third Test, thanks to Ben Stokes's marathon display. Former England pacer Steven Finn praised Stokes's competitiveness but voiced concerns about overexertion. England announced their playing XI, replacing Shoaib Bashir with Liam Dawson.
Ricky Ponting has voiced his support for Shubman Gill following a heated exchange with England's openers during the third Test at Lord's. Ponting acknowledged Gill's uncharacteristic aggression, attributing it to his desire to assert himself as captain and defend his team. He drew comparisons to Virat Kohli's leadership style, noting the pressures of playing in England.
Irfan Pathan has urged Jasprit Bumrah to elevate his performance in the crucial fourth Test against England, emphasizing the need for total commitment. Pathan highlighted Ben Stokes' and Jofra Archer's recent performances as examples of players pushing their limits for their team's success. He believes Bumrah's consistent match-winning contributions will solidify his legacy.
HS Prannoy displayed remarkable resilience at the China Open, saving five match points to defeat Koki Watanabe. Despite a tough start, Prannoy's comeback highlighted his determination. However, Lakshya Sen faced an early exit, losing to Li Shi Feng after a promising start. Prannoy acknowledged the rising competition from younger players, emphasizing the challenges faced by veterans on the tour.
Shubman Gill's India faces Ben Stokes' England in the crucial fourth Test at Old Trafford, seeking to level the series after a narrow defeat. Injuries have impacted the Indian squad, while England leads 2-1. The match will be broadcasted on JioHotstar and Sony Sports Network, with India aiming for a strong comeback.
Following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, the World Championship of Legends (WCL) match between India and Pakistan has been canceled due to the reluctance of former Indian players to participate. Brett Lee expressed his hope for reconciliation between the two nations while emphasizing the tournament's inclusive nature.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board mourns the devastating air crash at Milestone School & College in Dhaka, offering condolences to the victims and families. A Chinese-made F-7 BGI fighter jet crashed during a training mission, resulting in numerous fatalities and injuries, including students. Taskin Ahmed shared his support, while investigations are underway to determine the cause.
