Sunday, July 05
Ravichandran Ashwin found himself embroiled in controversy during a TNPL 2025 match after being dismissed LBW. Disagreeing with the umpire's decision, Ashwin engaged in a heated argument, which was captured on video and went viral. Replays suggested the ball might have pitched outside leg, adding fuel to the debate as Dindigul Dragons suffered a batting collapse and a heavy defeat.
Australian captain Pat Cummins regards the 2023 ODI World Cup victory over India as a career highlight. Aiming for consecutive World Test Championship (WTC) titles, Cummins emphasizes the team's consistent performance across diverse conditions.
Ahead of the World Test Championship final against India, Australian pacers playfully discussed Josh Hazlewood's new moniker, 'Hazel God,' bestowed upon him by Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans after a stellar IPL season. Hazlewood, in top form with 22 wickets, is poised to potentially replace Scott Boland in the starting XI.
Carlos Alcaraz triumphed over Jannik Sinner in the longest French Open final in history, winning 4-6, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6, 7-6 after five hours and 29 minutes. Down two sets and three championship points, Alcaraz staged a stunning comeback, capturing his fifth Grand Slam title at just 22. This first major final in their rivalry delivered a generational classic.
A Big Cricket League match in Surat witnessed a bizarre incident when batter Chirag Gandhi, on 98, hit his stumps, but the bail miraculously remained in place. Despite the lucky break, UP Brij Stars failed to chase MP Tigers' 239-run target. Gandhi remained unbeaten on 101, but his team fell short, highlighting cricket's unpredictable nature.
After coming up against defending champions Spain in the final, Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal forced the game into penalties after finishing the game 2-2 in normal time. Ronaldo scored the equalizer for his side as they beat Luis de la Fuente's men 5-3 on penalties to lift their second crown in the competition.
Carlos Alcaraz showcased remarkable resilience at the 2025 French Open, retaining his title against Jannik Sinner in a gruelling five-set final. Alcaraz overcame a two-set deficit and saved multiple match points to secure his fifth Grand Slam title. The epic battle, marked by exceptional skill and drama, will be remembered as a classic.
India A extended their lead to 184 runs against England Lions on the third day of the second unofficial Test, reaching 163 for four in their second innings. Khaleel Ahmed's impressive 4/70 helped India A restrict England Lions to 327 after posting 348 in their first innings.
