Wednesday, June 24
India's preparation for the crucial fourth Test against England faced disruption as rain forced the team indoors in Manchester. Key players like Shubman Gill and KL Rahul skipped the optional session. Concerns mount as fast bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep face injuries, potentially sidelining them.
Former Pakistan pacer Abdur Rauf Khan criticized Indian players for their perceived hypocrisy regarding playing against Pakistan, highlighting the contrast between their off-field camaraderie and public stance.
Former Pakistan pacer Abdur Rauf Khan criticized Indian players for their perceived hypocrisy regarding playing against Pakistan, highlighting the contrast between their off-field camaraderie and public stance.
The Kamboj family is overjoyed as Anshul Kamboj, a 24-year-old Haryana pacer, earns a spot in India's Test squad against England, fueled by consistent performances and 79 first-class wickets.
Jatin Paranjape revealed that Rohit Sharma played through a hamstring injury during India's victorious ICC Champions Trophy campaign. Despite the injury, Rohit led the team to victory. Following his T20I retirement after the 2024 T20 World Cup, he also retired from Test cricket, though Paranjape felt he could have continued playing longer.
Despite trailing 1-2, Murali Kartik is impressed by India's fiery bowling unit in the England series. He highlights their intensity and unity, especially at Lord's, where their passion was palpable. Kartik also praises their ability to induce false shots from English batters in their home conditions, led by Siraj, Bumrah, and Akash Deep.
Nuwanidu Fernando's century propelled Sri Lanka A to a commanding 263/4 against Australia A on Day 1. Kamil Mishara's bizarre dismissal for 81 added an unusual twist to the 1st day of the 2nd Test. Australia A's bowlers found it difficult to bag wickets on a slow pitch, as Sri Lanka A maintains a strong position heading into Day 2, setting the stage for an intriguing day of cricket.
The veterans' cricket match between India and Pakistan in the World Championship of Legends has been cancelled after Indian players withdrew, citing the Pahalgam terror attack and facing social media criticism. EaseMyTrip, a major sponsor, reiterated its stance against supporting matches involving Pakistan. Organizers apologized for hurting sentiments and cancelled the match, despite initially aiming to create positive moments.
Despite India trailing 1-2 in the Test series against England, Suresh Raina expressed confidence in their ability to comeback in the last two Tests. He highlighted Shubman Gill's leadership and batting prowess, supported by strong performances from Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, and others. Raina acknowledged India's fluctuating performance but praised individual contributions, emphasizing the team's determination. The crucial 4th Test begins on July 23 in Manchester.
Shikhar Dhawan has withdrawn from the India vs Pakistan match in the World Championship of Legends 2025, citing the Pahalgam terror attack as the reason. He reaffirmed his May 11 decision to abstain from playing against Pakistan due to geopolitical tensions. Dhawan's stance reflects his prioritisation of national sentiment over sporting commitments.
