Thursday, June 25
Inter Kashi have been declared the I-League champions after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) overturned an earlier decision by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). The AIFF had initially awarded the title to Churchill Brothers due to an 'ineligible player' issue, resulting in point deductions for Inter Kashi.
Hasin Jahan, the estranged wife of Mohammed Shami, and her daughter Arshi Jahan are facing serious charges, including attempted murder, after a violent clash with a neighbour, Dalia Khatoon, in Suri, West Bengal. The dispute arose over a contested plot of land, leading to a physical altercation that resulted in Dalia's hospitalisation and a police investigation following the viral video.
Roland Butcher, England's first Black cricketer, reflects on his career and the persistent racism in cricket and British society. He acknowledges progress since the 1970s and 1980s, including his withdrawal from a South Africa rebel tour.
Monty Panesar urges India to unleash Jasprit Bumrah in the crucial fourth Test against England, emphasising its "must-win" importance. He questions Arshdeep Singh's exclusion, highlighting his potential impact with left-arm seam. While Bumrah's workload is a concern, Team India leans towards playing him in Manchester, but Arshdeep's hand injury adds selection uncertainty.
India opener Pratika Rawal faced a fine of 10% of her match fee for inappropriate physical contact during the first ODI against England, breaching the ICC Code of Conduct twice. Additionally, she received a demerit point. England's team was also penalised, incurring a five percent fine for a slow over rate.
Following a loss at Lord's, the Indian team maintained a positive atmosphere during training session in Beckenham, ahead of the fourth Test in Manchester, starting July 23. Rishabh Pant's finger injury raises concerns about his role, with former head coach Ravi Shastri emphasising he should only play if he can keep wickets.
As Team India prepares for a crucial Test against England, Rishabh Pant's injured finger is a major concern. Ravi Shastri insists Pant should only play if fit to keep wickets, while assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate remains optimistic about his recovery. Pant's participation hinges on his ability to both bat and keep effectively, with Dhruv Jurel as a potential replacement.
Mitchell Starc celebrated his 100th Test with a remarkable 6 for 9 against the West Indies, prompting Ricky Ponting to recall the moment he recognised Starc's potential. Ponting remembers a young Starc troubling Sachin Tendulkar with pace and bounce, signaling his extraordinary talent. Starc's commitment to prioritising Test cricket over IPL has solidified his legacy as an Australian great.
Hans Niemann responded to accusations of gloating over Magnus Carlsen's unexpected elimination from the Las Vegas Freestyle Chess Grand Slam. Niemann alluded to the ongoing controversy stemming from Carlsen's 2022 cheating allegations. Carlsen's shocking exit, especially after his previous dominance, has reignited the rivalry between the two chess players, adding another layer of intrigue to the unpredictable tournament.
Vidarbha's wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma and J&K pacer Rasikh Salam Dar are set to represent Baroda in the upcoming domestic season, facilitated by their RCB teammate and Baroda captain, Krunal Pandya. Jitesh, who captained Vidarbha in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy, aims for a fresh start after not participating in the Ranji Trophy.
