Sunday, July 05
Harbhajan Singh urges the young Indian cricket team to embrace the upcoming five-Test series in England with belief and fearlessness. With a new captain, Shubman Gill, and a squad missing key veterans, Harbhajan emphasizes the importance of patience and support during this transitional phase. He also backs Sai Sudharsan for the No.
AB de Villiers penned a heartfelt letter to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) after their IPL victory, celebrating their long-awaited triumph. He reminisced about his bond with Virat Kohli and lauded the team's youngsters. RCB defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a thrilling final, ending their 18-year title drought.
West Indies coach Daren Sammy voiced concerns over Nicholas Pooran's premature international retirement, hinting at a potential trend due to T20 franchise cricket's allure. Sammy emphasised the significance of national pride and fan loyalty, recalling West Indies' rich cricket heritage. In Pooran's absence, the team faced defeats in England, exposing bowling frailties.
Mitchell Starc etched his name in history at Lord's, becoming the leading wicket-taker in ICC tournament finals with 11 wickets, surpassing Mohammed Shami. Australia's pace attack, led by Starc, dismantled South Africa, leaving them reeling at 43 for 4 after being bowled out for 212. Kagiso Rabada's five-wicket haul and a rare statistical anomaly marked a day dominated by bowlers.
Sarfaraz Khan, accompanied by his father Naushad, visited Lord's during the WTC Final, witnessing Australia's dominance led by Pat Cummins' exceptional bowling performance, including his 300th Test wicket. Cummins' spell dismantled South Africa, while Rabada shone for the Proteas. Australia held a significant lead, and Sarfaraz observed the high-stakes match, gaining insight into the level he aspires to reach.
Kagiso Rabada's stunning five-wicket haul helped South Africa dismiss Australia for 212 on Day 1 of the WTC Final at Lord's. However, Australia fought back, leaving South Africa at 43 for 4 at stumps. The day also saw a historic first, with both teams' No. 1 batters dismissed for a duck.
India's football coach, Manolo Marquez, faces an imminent exit after a string of disappointing results, including a recent loss to Hong Kong. Marquez, with only one win in eight games, finds his team's Asian Cup qualification hopes dwindling.
