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Gujarat Cricket Association Set to Launch T20 League in 2025-26 Season

GCA secretary confirmed the decision to Cricbuzz and that the board is yet to find a suitable playing window to set the tournament in motion

Smith Poised for Grenada Test Return as Australia Seeks Top-Order Stability

The veteran batter has started practicing and will join the squad in Barbados by Sunday

India's Batting Collapses Not Solely to Blame for Test Loss: Coach Gambhir Defends Lower Order

India's head coach also reiterated that despite the loss, Jasprit Bumrah would play just two more Tests as per a pre-series plan

Nitish Rana Set for Delhi Comeback After Disappointing Uttar Pradesh Stint

Nitish Rana moved to Uttar Pradesh in 2023, and after a disastrous season, he is likely to return to Delhi. Rana had an underwhelming IPL 2025 with the Rajasthan Royals, who bought the southpaw for a whopping Rs 4.20 crore in the IPL auction.

Greg Chappell: Rishabh Pant is Redefining Cricket with Explosive Batting Or (depending on target audience): Cricket Revolution: Greg Chappell Says Rishabh Pant is Changing the Game

The former Australia captain drew a parallel between Pant and Adam Gilchrist

Stokes Lauds Duckett and Crawley as Key to England's Record-Breaking Chase

While Ben Duckett hit the headlines for his 149, the England skipper was also full of praise for Zak Crawley's 65 as the openers set up England's tall run chase

Black Caps Set for Blockbuster Home Summer Against Cricket Giants

The South Africa leg will see double-headers involving both the men's and women's teams

Bangladesh's Shadman Backs Under-Fire Batters After Day One Stumble vs. Sri Lanka

Shadman defended his team's batters after they finished the opening day on 220/8

Mirabai Chanu: Olympic Medalist's Relentless Pursuit of Weightlifting Excellence

Mirabai Chanu, India's celebrated weightlifter, reveals the constant mental pressure of training and weight management, even during family time. Fresh from a post-Asian Games rest, she's now focused on the Commonwealth Championships, a qualifier for the Commonwealth Games. The dedication demands sacrifices, including resisting junk food cravings like pizza, to maintain her 50kg weight and ensure peak performance.

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.