Saturday, July 11
Astrologer Greenstone Lobo predicts tough times ahead for young cricketer Prithvi Shaw, highlighting planetary hurdles affecting his form. Shaw's potential comeback seems uncertain until 2026, with better prospects in domestic cricket rather than international. Once considered a future star, Shaw faces ongoing fitness and discipline issues, lowering his chance for a major revival soon.
Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu experienced a tough quarterfinal loss against Indonesia's Gregoria Mariska Tunjung at the India Open Super 750 badminton tournament. In men's singles, Kiran George was also defeated. However, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty shone brightly, advancing into the semis with a dominant win over their Korean opponents in just 41 minutes.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday introduced strict guidelines to enforce discipline, unity, and professionalism among Indian cricket players, following recent failures in Australia. Measures include mandatory domestic match participation, travel guidelines, baggage limits, restrictions on personal staff, and commitment to official duties, with adherence ensuring eligibility and avoiding disciplinary action.
Rassie van der Dussen reflected on missing out on the T20 World Cup despite a strong year, pivoting to opportunities in various T20 leagues. Van der Dussen emphasised on continuous learning and playing for South Africa, inspired by Faf du Plessis. He spoke after Lhuan-dre Pretorius impressed once again in the SA20, aiding Paarl Royals in defeating MI Cape Town.
In a dramatic second-round upset at the Australian Open, 19-year-old qualifier Learner Tien defeated last year's runner-up Daniil Medvedev in five sets. The marathon match ended with a 7-6 (10/7) tie-break in Tien's favor after nearly five hours of relentless action and a rain delay.
Arsenal beat Tottenham 2-1, narrowing the gap with Liverpool, while Newcastle's Alexander Isak scored twice in a 3-0 win over Wolves to move into the top four. Everton struggled under David Moyes, losing 1-0 to Aston Villa, increasing their relegation fears. Crystal Palace defeated Leicester 2-0, deepening Leicester's woes.
The BCCI has announced the 2025 Women's Premier League schedule, with 22 matches across four cities. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will open against Gujarat Giants on February 14. Baroda hosts the first six matches, followed by Bengaluru, then Lucknow. The final leg, including the Eliminator and Final, will be held in Mumbai on March 13 and 15 respectively.
The BCCI mandated participation in domestic matches for national team selection and imposed restrictions on personal staff and families during tours after India’s poor performance in Australia. Players are also prohibited from personal shoots or endorsements during series, with non-compliance attracting penalties including fee cuts and potential IPL bans.
Shreyas Iyer's heartfelt interaction with a fan showcases his humble nature. Iyer, who led KKR to IPL victory in 2024, is set to captain Punjab Kings in the upcoming season. PBKS signed him for a record Rs 26.75 crore. Iyer and head coach Ricky Ponting aim to secure PBKS’s first IPL title.
Vidarbha captain Karun Nair continued his red-hot form with an unbeaten 44-ball 88, leading his team to 380 for 3 against Maharashtra in the Vijay Hazare Trophy semi-final. Nair has now amassed 752 runs in the tournament, including four consecutive tons. Openers Dhruv Shorey and Yash Rathod also scored centuries.
