Sunday, July 05
Harbhajan Singh predicts Australia will win the World Test Championship final against South Africa, citing their greater experience in English conditions. He praises Pat Cummins' leadership, highlighting his ability to unite the team and perform under pressure. Aakash Chopra echoes this, identifying Cummins as South Africa's biggest threat due to his all-round contributions.
Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar dismissed comparisons between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in Test cricket, urging fans and media to “RoKo, stop that.” Highlighting Kohli’s superior record, especially in SENA countries, he asserted the two belong to different leagues in red-ball cricket, despite their white-ball reputations often being clubbed together.
Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar dismissed comparisons between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in Test cricket, urging fans and media to “RoKo, stop that.” Highlighting Kohli’s superior record, especially in SENA countries, he asserted the two belong to different leagues in red-ball cricket, despite their white-ball reputations often being clubbed together.
Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin was fined 30% of his match fee for showing dissent and misusing equipment during a TNPL 2025 match. Upset over an LBW decision, he argued with the umpire and vented frustration while leaving the field. The incident went viral, sparking online debate and support for Ashwin.
Indian cricket icons Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are set to feature in Australia's upcoming ODI series, potentially their last on Australian soil, according to Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg. He highlighted a packed summer schedule, including matches in every Australian capital.
Australia has announced their playing XI for the World Test Championship Final against South Africa, with Marnus Labuschagne opening alongside Usman Khawaja. Josh Hazlewood joins Cummins and Starc in the pace attack, while Cameron Green returns after back surgery.
Team India began practice ahead of the first Test against England, starting June 20 in Leeds. A training video featured Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and others sharpening skills in Beckenham. With Rohit and Kohli retired, the Gill-led side prepares for a challenging five-match series in English conditions.
Former head coach Ravi Shastri hilariously compared MS Dhoni’s lightning-fast wicketkeeping to a “pickpocket” as the former India captain was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Shastri praised Dhoni's composure and legacy. Dhoni called the honour “something I will cherish forever,” cementing his place among cricket’s all-time greats across all formats.
West Indies' Nicholas Pooran, a dynamic force in white-ball cricket, has retired from international play at 29. The record-holding T20I run-scorer expressed gratitude in an emotional post, recalling his pride in leading the team. Despite a ball-tampering incident in 2019, Pooran captained the team, achieving a series win against Australia.
Australia and South Africa are set to clash in the ICC World Test Championship 2025 final at Lord's, reigniting their rivalry. While both teams found a spot in the top two of the standings, their paths to the final differed. As the summit clash edges closer, here's a look at the last time the two sides played a Test at the 'home of cricket.'
