Monday, June 29
Led by captain Shubman Gill Team India etched their name in Test cricket history at Edgbaston on Saturday, becoming the first Indian side to amass over 1,000 runs in a single match against England. This feat, only the sixth of its kind, saw India reach 1,014 runs, surpassing their previous best.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old, made the fastest century in Youth ODIs. He scored a 52-ball century against England U19. Earlier, he became the youngest T20 centurion in IPL 2025. Suryavanshi now aims to score a double-century in his next match. He was inspired by Shubman Gill's innings at Edgbaston. He wants to bat longer for his team's benefit.
After a rain delay, India resumed Day 5 at Edgbaston, targeting seven wickets for a historic win. Akash Deep's fiery spell dismantled Ollie Pope and Harry Brook, bringing India closer to victory. Shubman Gill's blistering 161 and crucial partnerships propelled India to a second-innings total of 427/6, setting England an improbable target of 608.
Nasser Hussain believes India faces pressure to secure a win on Day 5 against England in the second Test, questioning Shubman Gill's trust in his bowlers if they fail. Mark Butcher suggests a draw would be a moral victory for England, fueled by India's late declaration, urging them to seize the opportunity and entertain fans with a resilient performance.
A lighthearted exchange between Harry Brook and Shubman Gill during the second Test has gained attention after rain disrupted Day 5. Brook jokingly predicted the rain, and his words proved prophetic as heavy showers threatened India's victory. Gill's outstanding performance, including record-breaking scores of 269 and 161, had put India in a dominant position, needing just seven wickets on final day.
Animesh Kujur shattered the national record in the men's 100m with a stunning 10.18 seconds at the Dromia International Sprint and Relays Meeting in Greece. Kujur's impressive performance earned him third place overall. He also contributed to the Indian 4x100m relay team's second-place finish. Moumita Mondal also shone, achieving a personal best in the 100m hurdles.
Yograj Singh took a dig at India’s Test captain Shubman Gill for missing out on a well-deserved triple century in the second Test against England at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham. Gill began the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series with a sublime 147 in the first innings of the first Test at Headingley in Leeds. However, despite his century, India went on to lose that game by five wickets.
Gautam Gambhir, known for his serious demeanour, surprised fans with his humour on The Kapil Sharma Show. He playfully confirmed Hardik Pandya's 'demanding attitude' and explained his serious persona as a necessary role for team success. Gambhir emphasised his on-field intensity stems from his dedication to the country, revealing a lighter side to the committed coach.
