Tuesday, June 30
Paris Saint-Germain dominated Inter Miami 4-0 in the Club World Cup, reaching the quarter-finals. Despite Lionel Messi's presence and the support of a large crowd, Miami's aging stars couldn't match PSG's strength. Joao Neves scored twice, while an own goal and Achraf Hakimi's strike sealed Miami's fate. Messi's frustration was evident, though he showed determination in the second half.
India contemplate a two-spinner strategy for the crucial second Test against England, with Washington Sundar's all-round abilities potentially securing his place. Jasprit Bumrah's participation remains uncertain due to workload management, while young Nitish Kumar Reddy is nearing his debut. England, buoyed by their Leeds victory, have named an unchanged XI for the Edgbaston encounter.
Wimbledon 2025 marks the end of an era as line judges are permanently replaced by Electronic Line Calling (ELC), joining the US and Australian Opens. Once a signature sight with their sharp attire and stoic presence, line judges will now serve as “match assistants” and a shortened bunch will be on standby should the technology hit a snag.
Harry Kane's two goals propelled Bayern Munich to a 4-2 victory over Flamengo in the Club World Cup round of 16. Bayern quickly established a 2-0 lead, with an own goal and Kane's initial strike. Flamengo fought back, but Kane's second goal sealed Bayern's advancement to the quarterfinals against Paris Saint-Germain.
Australian vice-captain Steve Smith has defended batting coach Michael Di Venuto against criticism from Ian Healy, who suggested a decline in batting performance since 2021. Smith dismissed Healy's claims, emphasizing Di Venuto's hard work and knowledge.
Wimbledon 2025 kicked off with a star-studded guest list, including tennis legend Maria Sharapova and football icon David Beckham. Sharapova, soon to be inducted into the Tennis Hall of Fame, shared a selfie with Beckham, who watched from the Royal Box alongside Eddie Redmayne and other notable figures like England cricket legend Stuart Broad.
Team India celebrated the one-year anniversary of their 2024 T20 World Cup victory in Birmingham, taking a break from Test match preparations. A video shared by the BCCI captured the team cutting a cake and reminiscing about their unbeaten run to the title. The players, including Bumrah, Pant and Jadeja, shared light-hearted moments and laughter, celebrating the unforgettable triumph.
Rishabh Pant reflected on his journey, a year after India's T20 World Cup victory, acknowledging his second chance at life following a severe accident. Despite a duck in the final against South Africa, Pant's strategic pause in play, feigning knee pain, disrupted South Africa's momentum, a move Rohit Sharma initially believed was genuine concern for Pant's well-being.
England announced their team for the second Test against India on Monday. The match starts on Monday at Edgbaston. The team remains largely unchanged after their recent win. Jofra Archer has left the squad due to a family emergency. His inclusion would boost England's pace attack. India aims to recover after losing the first match.
MS Dhoni, the celebrated former Indian cricket captain, is seeking to trademark his iconic nickname, 'CAPTAIN COOL,' for sports-related services. The application has been accepted and advertised. This move coincides with Dhoni's upcoming induction into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2025, recognizing his exceptional leadership, tactical brilliance, and contributions to cricket.
