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Djokovic Humbled by Kohli's 'Gladiator' Acclaim After Wimbledon Comeback Victory

Former World No. 1 Novak Djokovic thanked Virat Kohli for his support during his round-of-16 clash with Alex de Minaur. Kohli, clearly captivated by Djokovic's resilience on Centre Court, hailed the Serb as a "gladiator."

Akash Deep's Root Dismissal: MCC Weighs In on No-Ball Controversy

The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), the England-based governing body responsible for cricket laws, has confirmed that Akash Deep's delivery, which dismissed Joe Root in the second Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Test, was legal.

Akash Deep's Stumps-Targeting Strategy Lauded by Broad in England Test

Stuart Broad lauded Akash Deep's effectiveness on a challenging Edgbaston pitch, highlighting his ability to target the stumps and generate movement, even with the older ball. Broad emphasized Deep's strategic use of the crease to deceive batsmen, exemplified by Root's dismissal, and advised India to utilize him wisely with the new ball.

Indian Sprinter Animesh Kujur Shatters National 100m Record in Greece

India's Animesh Kujur smashed the 100m national record with a timing of 10.18 seconds in Greece. Mohammed Afsal also broke the 800m national record in Poland, highlighting a strong performance by Indian sprinters internationally.

Srikanth's Canada Open Upset; Gukesh Dominates Croatia GCT Blitz: Indian Sports News, July 5

Catch all the LIVE updates from Indian sports on July 5, 2025.

Palmeiras Manager Urges Chelsea's Maresca to 'Embrace' Estêvão After Club World Cup Display

Palmeiras coach Abel Ferreira advised Chelsea counterpart Enzo Maresca to 'embrace Estêvão' after the 18-year-old star was named Club World Cup semifinal Player of the Match in his final game before joining the Blues.

Headline: Kuldeep Yadav Eyes Edgbaston Test Opportunity as India Mulls Two-Spinner Strategy Amid Bumrah Workload Concerns

The Times of India in England: India set to go in with two Spinners in the second Test, starting from Wednesday. Washington Sundar is also in the fray, while Jaspit Bumrah’s chances of playing is negligible.

Pant Eyes Kohli's Record: India's Wicketkeeper on Verge of Test Century Milestone vs. England

Rishabh Pant aims to surpass Virat Kohli's record of Test centuries against England in the upcoming Edgbaston Test. Following his impressive performance in the first Test, Pant needs one more century to overtake Kohli and equal Mohammed Azharuddin's record.

Rishabh Pant's Fearless Batting Revolutionizing Test Cricket, Says Greg Chappell

Greg Chappell lauded Rishabh Pant's explosive batting in the recent Test match against England, comparing his game-changing impact to that of former Australian cricketer Adam Gilchrist. Pant's twin centuries at Headingley, a feat matched only by Andy Flower previously, showcased his fearless approach and ability to keep bowlers on their toes.

Prithvi Shaw Opens Up About Career Slump: Admits to Distractions and Poor Choices

Prithvi Shaw, once hailed as a future star, candidly admits to making poor choices and losing focus on cricket, leading to a decline in his career. After being dropped due to fitness issues and going unsold in the IPL, Shaw seeks a fresh start by leaving the Mumbai Cricket Association to play for Maharashtra.

Gavaskar Urges India to Bolster Attack with Yadav for Second England Test; Bumrah Fitness in Focus

Following India's defeat to England, Sunil Gavaskar suggested that spinner Kuldeep Yadav should replace Shardul Thakur for the Birmingham Test, anticipating favorable conditions for wrist spin. Gavaskar also expressed concerns about the middle order, particularly Sai Sudharsan and Karun Nair after their dismissals.

Rishabh Pant Soars to Career-Best Ranking, Bumrah Retains Top Spot in ICC Test Rankings; Root Still Leads Batters

Rishabh Pant's historic twin centuries at Headingley propelled him to seventh in ICC Test rankings, while Ben Duckett's stellar performance secured him eighth position. Shubman Gill climbed to 20th after a century. Jasprit Bumrah remains the top Test bowler. In T20Is, Michael Levitt and Brandon McMullen made significant gains, reflecting the growing competitiveness in international cricket.

India's Squad Trimmed: Pacer Harshit Rana Released Ahead of Second England Test Amid Series Pressure

India's Harshit Rana has been released from the Test squad before the second match against England. This decision follows after India's loss at Headingley, despite their impressive 835 runs and five centuries. England's remarkable chase of 371, led by Ben Duckett's 149, secured a five-wicket victory. India aims to level the series in the upcoming Edgbaston Test on July 2.

Headline: India's Fielding Blunders and Top-Order Collapse Costly in First Test Loss to England, Claims Former Selector

India faced a defeat against England in the first Test at Headingley. Kiran More emphasized the importance of fielding. He noted dropped catches proved costly. England chased down 371 runs. Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Yashasvi Jaiswal scored centuries in the first innings. More believes the team is in transition. He asks for time and support for the new players.

Tendulkar: 1983 World Cup Victory Fueled My Cricket Dream

On June 25, 1983, Kapil Dev's India achieved an improbable victory against the West Indies, securing their first ICC World Cup. This historic win at Lord's dramatically altered India's cricketing trajectory, inspiring a generation, including a young Sachin Tendulkar. The veteran shared a touching account of the same on his X handle.