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Wimbledon 2025: Bhambri and Galloway's Doubles Run Ends in Tiebreak Heartbreak

Despite Robert Galloway's fractured finger, he and Yuki Bhambri battled in the Wimbledon men's doubles, ultimately losing to Granollers and Zeballos in a close match. Bhambri's Wimbledon exit marks the end of the Indian challenge. Bhambri will now partner with Michael Venus, a longtime friend, with whom he aims for a long-term partnership.

Djokovic Battles Back Against De Minaur, Secures Wimbledon Quarterfinal Berth and 63rd Grand Slam Milestone

Novak Djokovic overcame a shaky start and apparent discomfort to defeat Alex de Minaur in four sets, securing his 16th Wimbledon quarterfinal appearance. After losing the first set decisively, Djokovic rallied, displaying resilience and strategic adjustments to dominate the later sets. Meanwhile, Flavio Cobolli advanced to his first Wimbledon quarterfinal, setting up a match against his idol, Djokovic.

McCullum Calls for Lively Lord's Pitch After Edgbaston Defeat, Cites "Subcontinent" Conditions

Following a heavy defeat in the second Test, England coach Brendon McCullum has requested a faster, bouncier pitch for the upcoming Lord's Test. This comes after both McCullum and captain Ben Stokes acknowledged misreading the Edgbaston pitch, describing it as a "subcontinent-type" surface that favored India's bowlers.

Akash Deep's Edgbaston Heroics Inspire Viral Tribute from English Fan

Akash Deep's remarkable 10-wicket haul in the Edgbaston Test has propelled him into the limelight, earning him accolades from across the cricketing world. An English fan's song celebrating Akash Deep's performance has gone viral. Sachin Tendulkar lauded him as the 'standout bowler,' highlighting his delivery to dismiss Joe Root as the 'ball of the series.

Stuart Broad Sounds Alarm: India's Potent Bowling Attack Threatens England at Lord's Test

India secured a massive win against England, leveling the series 1-1. The third Test shifts to Lord's. Stuart Broad highlights India's potent bowling attack, especially with Jasprit Bumrah's return. Shubman Gill's team is confident after their Edgbaston triumph. England focuses on strengthening their pace options. All eyes are on how England will counter India's revitalized pace attack.

Pant's Witty Reply Stifles Brook's Sledge as India Battles England in Second Test

During the Edgbaston Test, England's Harry Brook attempted to unsettle Rishabh Pant with playful sledging, questioning his fastest century. Pant, unfazed, responded calmly, focusing on his game. He then scored a crucial 65 off 58 balls, contributing to a significant partnership with Shubman Gill, who made 161.

Woakes Rueful Over Close LBW Calls as India Batting Resurgence Begins

The England pacer rued a couple of DRS calls that didn't go the home team's way in the morning session on Day 1 at Edgbaston

Chess: Carlsen Offers Measured Assessment of World Champion Gukesh's Performance

Magnus Carlsen, after the first day of the SuperUnited Croatia Rapid & Blitz 2025, acknowledged Gukesh's improvement but stated he's yet to be truly impressed by the young Indian chess players. He praised Praggnanandhaa's recent classical tournament wins, highlighting his consistent performance.

Kamran Akmal Blasts PCB Over Azhar Mahmood's Interim Test Coach Appointment Amidst Concerns Over Team Stability

Former Pakistan cricketer Kamran Akmal has strongly criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for appointing Azhar Mahmood as the interim Test team coach. Akmal questioned the logic behind this decision, drawing parallels to Mickey Arthur's controversial role.

JioHotstar Scores Big: India-England Test Series Shatters Streaming Records, WTC Final Draws Massive Audience

India's Test match against England at Headingley in July 2025 has shattered streaming records on JioHotstar, attracting 89.1 million viewers. The match, which marks the beginning of India's five-match Test series under Shubman Gill, accumulated 13.7 billion minutes of watch time.

Kavya Maran on IPL Passion and Viral Fame: SRH CEO Explains On-Field Reactions and Meme Status

Kavya Maran, CEO of Sunrisers Hyderabad, has addressed her viral reactions during IPL matches, attributing them to her deep personal investment in the team's performance. Under her leadership, SRH has experienced fluctuating success, including a bottom finish in 2023 and a second-place finish in 2024. Maran also oversees the successful Sunrisers Eastern Cape in SA20.

Chess World Erupts: Giri Slams Nakamura, Nepomniachtchi Amidst Lingering Feud

Anish Giri criticized Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hikaru Nakamura over their protest at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Teams event, questioning their sense of entitlement after arriving late and replaying games. Nepo and Nakamura fired back with sarcastic remarks, while Giri insisted he only reacts strongly to perceived injustice.

Smith Set for Second Test Comeback After Unique Baseball Cage Recovery

The veteran Australian missed his side's opening Test after getting injured during the WTC Final

Rishabh Pant's explosive batting display, marked by two centuries in the first Test against England, has captivated fans. However, his post-century somersault celebration has drawn mixed reactions. Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala, Pant's surgeon, acknowledged the move as 'unnecessary' despite Pant's gymnastic background.

Ex-India Cricketer Farokh Engineer Slams ECB's Decision to Drop Pataudi Name From India-England Test Trophy

Farokh Engineer, a close friend of Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi, criticized the ECB's initial decision to rename the India-England Test series trophy, feeling the subsequent introduction of a winning captain's medal named after the Pataudi family was merely an afterthought.

Emma Raducanu has denied rumors of a romantic relationship with Carlos Alcaraz, confirming their upcoming mixed doubles partnership at the US Open. The pair recently practiced together, with Alcaraz initiating the collaboration earlier this year. Raducanu expressed her excitement about teaming up with Alcaraz, while also focusing on her singles career after a recent loss at the Eastbourne Open.

Wimbledon 2025: Streaming Guide for India & US Viewers - Dates, Prize Money & New Tech

Wimbledon 2025 is set to commence on June 30th, with the finals scheduled for July 13th. The champions will receive a record $4.07 million prize. Indian viewers can catch the action on Star Sports and JioHotstar, while US fans can tune into ESPN and the Tennis Channel. This year, electronic line-calling replaces line judges, aligning Wimbledon with other major tournaments.

Suryakumar Yadav's Stunning Catch: Rohit Sharma Reveals Turning Point in India's T20 World Cup Win

Rohit Sharma reflects on India's T20 World Cup victory, highlighting Suryakumar Yadav's crucial catch of David Miller as the turning point. He also reveals convincing Rahul Dravid to extend his coaching stint for one last shot at glory.

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

SA20 Auction: Teams Given Green Light for Six Player Retentions Amid Salary Cap Boost

72 slots are to be filled in the auction which also sees the introduction of the RTM card for the first time