Friday, June 26
Iga Swiatek dominated Amanda Anisimova in the Wimbledon final, securing a decisive 6-0, 6-0 victory and her first Wimbledon title. Swiatek's strategic gameplay and effective use of the court proved too much for Anisimova, who struggled with nerves and energy. The Polish player celebrated her triumph with her team and family, marking a significant milestone in her career.
Neeraj Chopra, India's javelin star, graced Wimbledon 2025, capturing attention with his stylish appearance. He's preparing for a significant face-off against Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem at the Silesia Diamond League in August, their first encounter since the Paris Olympics. Chopra's outstanding 2025 season includes gold at the Neeraj Chopra Classic and consistent Diamond League medals, reclaiming his World No.1 ranking.
Animesh Kujur, despite a fourth-place finish at the Monaco Diamond League, remains optimistic about qualifying for the World Championships in Tokyo. He aims to shave 0.16 seconds off his personal best to meet the 20.16-second qualification time. Coach Owen Martins believes it's achievable with the right conditions, highlighting Kujur's significant progress and the Odisha government's support in providing international exposure.
Despite a painful blow to his left index finger, Rishabh Pant displayed remarkable resilience during India's innings at Lord's. He battled through the pain, scoring a crucial 74 runs. Pant's self-motivation and constant self-talk, a practice instilled by his coach Tarak Sinha, helped him navigate the discomfort and contribute significantly to India's performance on Day Three.
West Indies dominated Australia on day one of the third test at Sabina Park. Shamar Joseph's four wickets helped bowl out Australia for 225. The hosts finished at 16-1 after surviving a tense final hour. Australia's middle order collapsed under lights, losing their last seven wickets cheaply. Starc claimed his 396th test wicket in his 100th match.
Ravindra Jadeja's proactive practice session set the stage for a resilient batting display, complemented by KL Rahul's century and Rishabh Pant's aggressive innings. The experienced trio anchored India's response, matching England's first innings total. Despite a nervous start from England's openers and Stokes' fierce bowling spell, the match remains evenly poised after three days of attritional cricket.
R Ashwin praised Rishabh Pant's resilient batting through pain but criticised his unnecessary run-out, which allowed England to regain momentum. Pant's aggressive approach and partnership with KL Rahul had put India in a commanding position. Rahul admitted to discussing his century goal with Pant before the unfortunate dismissal, which shifted the game's momentum.
