Rafael Nadal hasn't had anything easy so far in the Wimbledon 2022 edition. While he dropped a set each during his first two wins, he was at his best in the next two rounds, beating his oppositions in straight sets. However, the 36-year-old Spaniard was once again stretched by American youngster Taylor Fritz in the quarter-finals match in Wimbledon 2022 on Wednesday (July 06).&nbsp;

Nadal won the game eventually, which lasted for more than four hours, but was seen in pain throughout the contest. During his&nbsp;3-6 7-5 3-6 7-5 7-6(4) victory over Fritz, Nadal was seen struggling physically during the second set. In a clip that has surfaced on social media, Nadal's father and sister can be seen asking him to withdraw from the contest.

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After the match, Nadal heaped praise on Fritz and said, "It was a tough afternoon against a great player. All the credit to Taylor, he has been playing great during the whole season. From my personal side, it was not an easy match at all, so I'm just very happy to be in the semi-finals. The body, in general, is fine. In the abdominal [area] it is not going well, to be honest. I had to find a way to serve a little bit differently, for a lot of moments I was thinking maybe I would not be able to finish the match, but I don't know. The court, the energy [helped me]."

Nadal, however, remains unsure if he can turn up for his mouth-watering semi-final match versus Australia's Nick Krygios. "I don`t know," th veteran&nbsp;said when asked about his chances of playing the unseeded Kyrgios.

"Honestly, I can`t give you a clear answer because if I gave you a clear answer and tomorrow another thing happens, I will be a liar."

Rafael Nadal hasn't had anything easy so far in the Wimbledon 2022 edition. While he dropped a set each during his first two wins, he was at his best in the next two rounds, beating his oppositions in straight sets.

Rafael Nadal hasn't had anything easy so far in the Wimbledon 2022 edition. While he dropped a set each during his first two wins, he was at his best in the next two rounds, beating his oppositions in straight sets. However, the 36-year-old Spaniard was once again stretched by American youngster Taylor Fritz in the quarter-finals match in Wimbledon 2022 on Wednesday (July 06). Nadal won the game eventually, which lasted for more than four hours, but was seen in pain throughout the contest. During his 3-6 7-5 3-6 7-5 7-6(4) victory over Fritz, Nadal was seen struggling physically during the second set. In a clip that has surfaced on social media, Nadal's father and sister can be seen asking him to withdraw from the contest. Sebastian Nadal telling his son Rafael to quit? #Wimbledon #Nadal pic.twitter.com/L0LiJQQttY — Simon Häring (@_shaering) July 6, 2022 × ALSO READ | Injured Rafael Nadal unsure if he can play Wimbledon semis against Nick Kyrgios After the match, Nadal heaped praise on Fritz and said, "It was a tough afternoon against a great player. All the credit to Taylor, he has been playing great during the whole season. From my personal side, it was not an easy match at all, so I'm just very happy to be in the semi-finals. The body, in general, is fine. In the abdominal [area] it is not going well, to be honest. I had to find a way to serve a little bit differently, for a lot of moments I was thinking maybe I would not be able to finish the match, but I don't know. The court, the energy [helped me]." Nadal, however, remains unsure if he can turn up for his mouth-watering semi-final match versus Australia's Nick Krygios. "I don`t know," th veteran said when asked about his chances of playing the unseeded Kyrgios. "Honestly, I can`t give you a clear answer because if I gave you a clear answer and tomorrow another thing happens, I will be a liar."

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Indian shuttler HS Prannoy cruised into the quarter-finals of the ongoing Malaysia Masters 2022 on Thursday. Playing at Court 3, Prannoy defeated Taiwan`s Wang Tzu-Wei 21-19, 21-16, in a match that lasted for 44 minutes. The 29-year-old shuttler completely dominated the proceedings in both rounds and secured his quarter-finals berth. Earlier in the day, two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu stormed into the quarter-finals after defeating China`s Zhang Yiman 21-12, 21-10, in a game that lasted 28 minutes, here at Court 3.

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On the other hand, B Sai Praneeth bowed out of the tournament after losing in the Round of 16, men`s singles clash against China`s Li Shifeng 21-14, 21-17, in a match that lasted 42 minutes. Shuttler Parupalli also crashed out of the tournament after losing to Indonesia`s Anthony Sinisuka Ginting 21-10, 21-15, in a match that lasted for 34 minutes, here at Court 2.&nbsp;

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy cruised into the quarter-finals of the ongoing Malaysia Masters 2022 on Thursday. Playing at Court 3, Prannoy defeated Taiwan`s Wang Tzu-Wei 21-19, 21-16, in a match that lasted for 44 minutes.

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy cruised into the quarter-finals of the ongoing Malaysia Masters 2022 on Thursday. Playing at Court 3, Prannoy defeated Taiwan`s Wang Tzu-Wei 21-19, 21-16, in a match that lasted for 44 minutes. The 29-year-old shuttler completely dominated the proceedings in both rounds and secured his quarter-finals berth. Earlier in the day, two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu stormed into the quarter-finals after defeating China`s Zhang Yiman 21-12, 21-10, in a game that lasted 28 minutes, here at Court 3. ALSO READ | Malaysia Masters 2022: PV Sindhu enters quarter-finals with easy win; Sai Praneeth bows out On the other hand, B Sai Praneeth bowed out of the tournament after losing in the Round of 16, men`s singles clash against China`s Li Shifeng 21-14, 21-17, in a match that lasted 42 minutes. Shuttler Parupalli also crashed out of the tournament after losing to Indonesia`s Anthony Sinisuka Ginting 21-10, 21-15, in a match that lasted for 34 minutes, here at Court 2.

Malaysia Masters 2022: HS Prannoy enters QFs with straight-set win over Wang Tzu-Wei

All eyes are on the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022. The upcoming mega event will be held in Sri Lanka despite the political and economical unrest in the country. Amid the chaos in the Island nation, Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC)&nbsp;got the green light to host the tournament and it will be played in the T20I format.&nbsp;

This will be the second time that the Asia Cup will be held in the shortest format, as a preparation for the 2022 T20 World Cup. Moreover, this will also be the first time that the Asia Cup will take place after the 2018 edition. In 2018, Rohit Sharma-led India won the tournament, beating Bangladesh in a humdinger of a final, and the Men in Blue will be eager to win the trophy for the third time in a row (which will be seventh overall). Ahead of the official schedule is released, which is expected to be out very soon, many reports have suggested that India will take on arch-rivals Pakistan on August 28.&nbsp;

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India and Pakistan are set to be in the same group and, thus, can play with each other more than once before again meeting in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. Both sides have once again been named in the same group in the ICC event, to be held in Australia, and, hence, will look at the Asia Cup as a dress rehearsal for the showpiece event.&nbsp;

India and Pakistan had met each other last during the 2021 T20 World Cup, where Babar Azam &amp; Co. had beaten Virat Kohli-led Men in Blue by ten wickets to break their World Cup jinx versus the Asian neighbours.&nbsp;

All eyes are on the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022. The upcoming mega event will be held in Sri Lanka despite the political and economical unrest in the country. Amid the chaos in the Island nation, Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) got the green light to host the tournament and it will be played in the T20I format.

All eyes are on the forthcoming Asia Cup 2022. The upcoming mega event will be held in Sri Lanka despite the political and economical unrest in the country. Amid the chaos in the Island nation, Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) got the green light to host the tournament and it will be played in the T20I format. This will be the second time that the Asia Cup will be held in the shortest format, as a preparation for the 2022 T20 World Cup. Moreover, this will also be the first time that the Asia Cup will take place after the 2018 edition. In 2018, Rohit Sharma-led India won the tournament, beating Bangladesh in a humdinger of a final, and the Men in Blue will be eager to win the trophy for the third time in a row (which will be seventh overall). Ahead of the official schedule is released, which is expected to be out very soon, many reports have suggested that India will take on arch-rivals Pakistan on August 28. ALSO READ | ENG vs IND prediction: Who will win 1st T20I between England and India in Southampton India and Pakistan are set to be in the same group and, thus, can play with each other more than once before again meeting in the T20 World Cup 2022 edition. Both sides have once again been named in the same group in the ICC event, to be held in Australia, and, hence, will look at the Asia Cup as a dress rehearsal for the showpiece event. India and Pakistan had met each other last during the 2021 T20 World Cup, where Babar Azam & Co. had beaten Virat Kohli-led Men in Blue by ten wickets to break their World Cup jinx versus the Asian neighbours.

Asia Cup 2022: Rohit Sharma-led India to square off against Pakistan on August 28 - Reports

The Savita Punia-led Indian team will gear up for their third and penultimate group stage clash as they face high-flying New Zealand in Pool B encounter on Thursday (July 07). After securing back-to-back 1-1 draws versus England and China, respectively, the Women in Blue need to buckle up in order to seal a direct&nbsp;quarterfinal place in the FIH World Cup.

“New Zealand will be a tough team to play. They are very dangerous in their counter-attack and we will have to be ready for that, on the ball we have to play to our strengths,” chief coach Janneke Schopman stated ahead of India's third game in the showpiece event in Netherlands. They have their task cut out to return with full points against the Kiwis, who are leading Pool B followed by China.

Here is everything you need to know about&nbsp;India vs New Zealand,&nbsp;Hockey&nbsp;Women's World Cup match:

When will India vs New Zealand Hockey Women's World Cup clash commence?

The India vs New Zealand&nbsp;FIH Hockey World Cup match will start at 11 PM IST&nbsp;on Thursday (July 07).

Where will&nbsp;India vs New Zealand, Hockey Women's World Cup face-off take place?

The India vs New Zealand&nbsp;World Cup match will take place&nbsp;at the Wagener Hockey Stadium at Amstelveen, Netherlands.

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Where will India vs New Zealand&nbsp;Hockey Women's World Cup match be telecasted on TV in India?

The India vs New Zealand&nbsp;FIH Hockey Women's World Cup will be telecasted on Star Sports First and Star Sports First HD channels.

Where will India vs New Zealand&nbsp;Hockey Women's World Cup match be live streamed in the country?

The India vs New Zealand&nbsp;FIH Hockey Women's World Cup will be available for&nbsp;live streaming&nbsp;on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website.

Indian squad

Goalkeepers:&nbsp;Savita Punia (c), Bichu Devi Kharibam;

Defenders:&nbsp;Deep Grace Ekka (vc), Gurjit Kaur, Nikki Pradhan, Udita;

Midfielders:&nbsp;Nisha, Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam, Monika, Neha, Jyoti, Navjot Kaur, Sonika, Salima Tete;

Forwards:&nbsp;Vandana Katariya, Lalremsiami, Navneet Kaur, Sharmila Devi

Replacement Players:&nbsp;Akshata Abaso Dhekale, Sangita Kumari

The Savita Punia-led Indian team will gear up for their third and penultimate group stage clash as they face high-flying New Zealand in Pool B encounter on Thursday (July 07).

The Savita Punia-led Indian team will gear up for their third and penultimate group stage clash as they face high-flying New Zealand in Pool B encounter on Thursday (July 07). After securing back-to-back 1-1 draws versus England and China, respectively, the Women in Blue need to buckle up in order to seal a direct quarterfinal place in the FIH World Cup. “New Zealand will be a tough team to play. They are very dangerous in their counter-attack and we will have to be ready for that, on the ball we have to play to our strengths,” chief coach Janneke Schopman stated ahead of India's third game in the showpiece event in Netherlands. They have their task cut out to return with full points against the Kiwis, who are leading Pool B followed by China. Here is everything you need to know about India vs New Zealand, Hockey Women's World Cup match: When will India vs New Zealand Hockey Women's World Cup clash commence? The India vs New Zealand FIH Hockey World Cup match will start at 11 PM IST on Thursday (July 07). Where will India vs New Zealand, Hockey Women's World Cup face-off take place? The India vs New Zealand World Cup match will take place at the Wagener Hockey Stadium at Amstelveen, Netherlands. ALSO READ | Vandana Katariya's goal helps India secure 1-1 draw vs China in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Where will India vs New Zealand Hockey Women's World Cup match be telecasted on TV in India? The India vs New Zealand FIH Hockey Women's World Cup will be telecasted on Star Sports First and Star Sports First HD channels. Where will India vs New Zealand Hockey Women's World Cup match be live streamed in the country? The India vs New Zealand FIH Hockey Women's World Cup will be available for live streaming on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website. Indian squad Goalkeepers: Savita Punia (c), Bichu Devi Kharibam; Defenders: Deep Grace Ekka (vc), Gurjit Kaur, Nikki Pradhan, Udita; Midfielders: Nisha, Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam, Monika, Neha, Jyoti, Navjot Kaur, Sonika, Salima Tete; Forwards: Vandana Katariya, Lalremsiami, Navneet Kaur, Sharmila Devi Replacement Players: Akshata Abaso Dhekale, Sangita Kumari

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After the one-off Test between England and India ended with the Ben Stokes-led hosts beating Jasprit Bumrah &amp; Co. by seven wickets, the action now moves onto the white-ball series as Rohit Sharma's Team India face the Jos Buttler-led English line-up in the T20I series opener on Thursday (July 07).

With the T20 World Cup only a few months away, India and England will leave no stone unturned to finalise their playing XI and team combination. The forthcoming series is a good opportunity for both sides will tick few more boxes enroute the road towards the marquee edition Down Under.&nbsp;

For the unversed, India's regulars such as Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja have been rested and will join the team from the next T20I.

Here is everything you need to know about the match - date, IST, streaming details, etc.&nbsp;

When is the England&nbsp;vs India 1st T20I taking place?

England&nbsp;vs India 1st T20I is scheduled to take place on July 07, 2022 (Thursday).&nbsp;

Where is England&nbsp;vs India 1st T20I&nbsp;match taking place?

The England&nbsp;vs India 1st T20I will be held at the Rose Bowl, Southampton.

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At what time England&nbsp;vs India 1st T20I&nbsp;match taking place?

The England&nbsp;vs India 1st T20I will kick off at 5 PM&nbsp;GMT (6 PM&nbsp;local time). The IST time is 10:30 pm.

How to watch England&nbsp;vs India 1st T20I match live on TV?

The England&nbsp;vs India 1st T20I will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network - Sony Six and Sony Six HD.

How to watch England&nbsp;vs India 1st T20I live streaming?

The England&nbsp;vs India 1st T20I&nbsp;will be available to watch online/streaming on&nbsp;Sony Liv.

After the one-off Test between England and India ended with the Ben Stokes-led hosts beating Jasprit Bumrah & Co. by seven wickets, the action now moves onto the white-ball series as Rohit Sharma's Team India face the Jos Buttler-led English line-up in the T20I series opener on Thursday (July 07).

After the one-off Test between England and India ended with the Ben Stokes-led hosts beating Jasprit Bumrah & Co. by seven wickets, the action now moves onto the white-ball series as Rohit Sharma's Team India face the Jos Buttler-led English line-up in the T20I series opener on Thursday (July 07). With the T20 World Cup only a few months away, India and England will leave no stone unturned to finalise their playing XI and team combination. The forthcoming series is a good opportunity for both sides will tick few more boxes enroute the road towards the marquee edition Down Under. For the unversed, India's regulars such as Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja have been rested and will join the team from the next T20I. Here is everything you need to know about the match - date, IST, streaming details, etc. When is the England vs India 1st T20I taking place? England vs India 1st T20I is scheduled to take place on July 07, 2022 (Thursday). Where is England vs India 1st T20I match taking place? The England vs India 1st T20I will be held at the Rose Bowl, Southampton. ALSO READ | ENG vs IND prediction: Who will win 1st T20I between England and India in Southampton At what time England vs India 1st T20I match taking place? The England vs India 1st T20I will kick off at 5 PM GMT (6 PM local time). The IST time is 10:30 pm. How to watch England vs India 1st T20I match live on TV? The England vs India 1st T20I will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network - Sony Six and Sony Six HD. How to watch England vs India 1st T20I live streaming? The England vs India 1st T20I will be available to watch online/streaming on Sony Liv.

ENG vs IND: When and where to watch England vs India 1st T20I match - IST time and streaming details

After the fifth and final rescheduled Test between England and India ended in a dramatic fashion for the visitors, in Edgbaston, Birmingham, the action shifts to the white-ball series, comprising three T20Is and ODIs each.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma-led India will square off with Jos Buttler's England in the opening T20I of the three-match series, in Southampton, on Thursday (July 07). While India are also without some of its regulars such as Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, England will look upon this series as the commencement of a new era under Buttler after the conclusion of the glorious Eoin Morgan-era. England, however, remains a strong side and will aim to continue in a similar manner in their new phase.&nbsp;

For India, they are now well ahead of this year's T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia. However, the South Africa home series and a near loss to Ireland in the second and final T20I will raise some questions. Does the team comprise the T20 tactical wherewithal to counter big-hitting sides on flat surfaces, which is very likely to be the case in Australia? The England series can answer some questions in this regard. The regulars will also return from the second and penultimate tie as the Men in Blue can now start playing their regular XI more often than not.

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Match prediction for England vs India, 1st T20I: The surface at the Rose Bowl, Southampton has not been very high-scoring in this year's T20 Blast, with the average first-innings total being 165. Moreover, five out of he seven games have been won by sides batting first. Expect a good contest but England will start ahead of India, who are without many key players for the series opener.

After the fifth and final rescheduled Test between England and India ended in a dramatic fashion for the visitors, in Edgbaston, Birmingham, the action shifts to the white-ball series, comprising three T20Is and ODIs each.

After the fifth and final rescheduled Test between England and India ended in a dramatic fashion for the visitors, in Edgbaston, Birmingham, the action shifts to the white-ball series, comprising three T20Is and ODIs each. Rohit Sharma-led India will square off with Jos Buttler's England in the opening T20I of the three-match series, in Southampton, on Thursday (July 07). While India are also without some of its regulars such as Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, England will look upon this series as the commencement of a new era under Buttler after the conclusion of the glorious Eoin Morgan-era. England, however, remains a strong side and will aim to continue in a similar manner in their new phase. For India, they are now well ahead of this year's T20 World Cup, to be held in Australia. However, the South Africa home series and a near loss to Ireland in the second and final T20I will raise some questions. Does the team comprise the T20 tactical wherewithal to counter big-hitting sides on flat surfaces, which is very likely to be the case in Australia? The England series can answer some questions in this regard. The regulars will also return from the second and penultimate tie as the Men in Blue can now start playing their regular XI more often than not. ALSO READ | 'He plays pantomime villain but...' - England great lauds Virat Kohli's gesture towards Bairstow, Root Match prediction for England vs India, 1st T20I: The surface at the Rose Bowl, Southampton has not been very high-scoring in this year's T20 Blast, with the average first-innings total being 165. Moreover, five out of he seven games have been won by sides batting first. Expect a good contest but England will start ahead of India, who are without many key players for the series opener.

ENG vs IND prediction: Who will win 1st T20I between England and India in Southampton

Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu stormed into the quarter-finals of the ongoing Malaysia Masters 2022 on Thursday. In the Round of 16 match, Sindhu defeated China`s Zhang Yiman 21-12, 21-10, in a game that lasted 28 minutes, here at Court 3. The Indian shuttler completely dominated the proceedings in both rounds and made her way into the quarter-finals.

Meanwhile, shuttler B Sai Praneeth bowed out of the tournament after losing in the Round of 16, men`s singles clash.Playing at Court 4, Praneeth lost against China`s Li Shifeng 21-14, 21-17, in a match that lasted 42 minutes.Later in the day, HS Prannoy will be going up against Taiwan`s Wang Tzu-Wei in men`s singles clash.&nbsp;

Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu stormed into the quarter-finals of the ongoing Malaysia Masters 2022 on Thursday. In the Round of 16 match, Sindhu defeated China`s Zhang Yiman 21-12, 21-10, in a game that lasted 28 minutes, here at Court 3.

Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu stormed into the quarter-finals of the ongoing Malaysia Masters 2022 on Thursday. In the Round of 16 match, Sindhu defeated China`s Zhang Yiman 21-12, 21-10, in a game that lasted 28 minutes, here at Court 3. The Indian shuttler completely dominated the proceedings in both rounds and made her way into the quarter-finals. Meanwhile, shuttler B Sai Praneeth bowed out of the tournament after losing in the Round of 16, men`s singles clash.Playing at Court 4, Praneeth lost against China`s Li Shifeng 21-14, 21-17, in a match that lasted 42 minutes.Later in the day, HS Prannoy will be going up against Taiwan`s Wang Tzu-Wei in men`s singles clash.

Malaysia Masters 2022: PV Sindhu enters quarter-finals with easy win; Sai Praneeth bows out

Virat Kohli couldn't do anything significant with the bat during India's recent loss versus England in the fifth and final rescheduled Test in Edgbaston, Birmingham. Kohli returned with scores of 11 and 20 as India lost the plot despite a sizeable 132-run lead to lose the contest after setting up a challenging 378-run target for the Ben Stokes-led hosts.

Jonny Bairstow slammed twin centuries in the match whereas Joe Root's 142 not out propelled the home side to a famous series-levelling seven-wicket win on Tuesday (July 05). The duo stitched an unbroken 269-run fourth-wicket stand in England's pursuit of 378 and ended India's hopes of winning their first-ever Test series on English soil since 2007. While Kohli failed with the bat, he made heads turn when he sledged Bairstow during England's first innings. Back then, he was trolled severely by social media users and some former cricketers also didn't like Kohli taking on Bairstow, which only led to the Englishman reaching triple-figure mark in a jiffy.&nbsp;

However, Kohli was recently lauded by England great David Lloyd after the Edgbaston Test. Lloyd admired Kohli's gesture towards centurions Bairstow-Root after they guided the team to a famous win on Day 5. "I thought the on-field scenes at the conclusion of the game were glorious, with India's players congratulating Root and Jonny Bairstow and recognising the epic job they had done," Lloyd wrote in his column for&nbsp;The Daily Mail.

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"Special mention for Virat Kohli who at times plays the pantomime villain, but who had a special word with both players. I like that," he wrote.

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"Having said that, I do wonder where the line is and who draws it. Sportsmanship, banter, boorish behaviour, insults, abuse - we saw everything on day four," Lloyd wrote. "Cricket is a non-contact sport, but if a player feels the need to engage another, my advice is: take up cage fighting and have a proper go. Let's see what you're really made of," he concluded.
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Virat Kohli couldn't do anything significant with the bat during India's recent loss versus England in the fifth and final rescheduled Test in Edgbaston, Birmingham.

Virat Kohli couldn't do anything significant with the bat during India's recent loss versus England in the fifth and final rescheduled Test in Edgbaston, Birmingham. Kohli returned with scores of 11 and 20 as India lost the plot despite a sizeable 132-run lead to lose the contest after setting up a challenging 378-run target for the Ben Stokes-led hosts. Jonny Bairstow slammed twin centuries in the match whereas Joe Root's 142 not out propelled the home side to a famous series-levelling seven-wicket win on Tuesday (July 05). The duo stitched an unbroken 269-run fourth-wicket stand in England's pursuit of 378 and ended India's hopes of winning their first-ever Test series on English soil since 2007. While Kohli failed with the bat, he made heads turn when he sledged Bairstow during England's first innings. Back then, he was trolled severely by social media users and some former cricketers also didn't like Kohli taking on Bairstow, which only led to the Englishman reaching triple-figure mark in a jiffy. However, Kohli was recently lauded by England great David Lloyd after the Edgbaston Test. Lloyd admired Kohli's gesture towards centurions Bairstow-Root after they guided the team to a famous win on Day 5. "I thought the on-field scenes at the conclusion of the game were glorious, with India's players congratulating Root and Jonny Bairstow and recognising the epic job they had done," Lloyd wrote in his column for The Daily Mail. "Special mention for Virat Kohli who at times plays the pantomime villain, but who had a special word with both players. I like that," he wrote. ALSO READ | Happy Birthday MS Dhoni: Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina lead wishes as former Indian skipper turns 41 "Having said that, I do wonder where the line is and who draws it. Sportsmanship, banter, boorish behaviour, insults, abuse - we saw everything on day four," Lloyd wrote. "Cricket is a non-contact sport, but if a player feels the need to engage another, my advice is: take up cage fighting and have a proper go. Let's see what you're really made of," he concluded.

'He plays pantomime villain but...' - England great lauds Virat Kohli's gesture towards Bairstow, Root

MS Dhoni turned 41 on Thursday (July 07). Dhoni remains a darling of the nation despite retiring from international cricket on August 15, 2020. The 41-year-old former Indian captain is still a favourite among fans and many poured wishes for the former cricketer as he turns a year older.&nbsp;

On Twitter, Dhoni is trending since the start of the day and many former, as well as active cricketers, wished him on his special day. Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina, Virender Sehwag, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ishant Sharma and many others wished the former Indian stumper. Here are some of the wishes:

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A leader like no other. Thanks for everything you have done for Indian cricket. 🇮🇳 You became more like an elder brother for me. Nothing but love and respect always. 
 
Happy birthday skip 🎂<a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> <a href="https://t.co/kIxdmrEuGP">pic.twitter.com/kIxdmrEuGP</a>
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli/status/1544931899663007745?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Happy Birthday to my big brother. Thank you for being my biggest supporter and mentor in every phase of life, may god bless you and your family with good health always. Much love to you mahi bhai. Wishing you a great year ahead! <a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HappyBirthdayDhoni?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HappyBirthdayDhoni</a> <a href="https://t.co/3uABWFIlnO">pic.twitter.com/3uABWFIlnO</a>
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRaina/status/1544752338992340995?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Till the time full stop doesn't come,a sentence isn't completed. Till the time Dhoni is at the crease,match isn't completed. 
Not all teams have the fortune to have a person like Dhoni, Happy B'day to a gem of a person &amp; player,MS Dhoni. Om Helicopteraya Namaha <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HappyBirthdayDhoni?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HappyBirthdayDhoni</a> <a href="https://t.co/qGFhpcP5so">pic.twitter.com/qGFhpcP5so</a>
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) <a href="https://twitter.com/virendersehwag/status/1544873943542116352?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Very very happy birthday to you <a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> 🥳 My best wishes are always with you! Have the most wonderful year ahead. Love always 🤗 <a href="https://t.co/95n92fqeNT">pic.twitter.com/95n92fqeNT</a>
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) <a href="https://twitter.com/harbhajan_singh/status/1544908247458611200?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Still remember this day very fondly, thank you for everything Mahi bhai!! 
 
Best wishes to you on your birthday, have a great year ahead <a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> 🎂😁 <a href="https://t.co/hZm1QQ571F">pic.twitter.com/hZm1QQ571F</a>
— Ishant Sharma (@ImIshant) <a href="https://twitter.com/ImIshant/status/1544884511284027394?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Happy birthday, <a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> 🤗 Wish you the very best for the coming year! Keep shining always. <a href="https://t.co/SsfYsf3LUT">pic.twitter.com/SsfYsf3LUT</a>
— cheteshwar pujara (@cheteshwar1) <a href="https://twitter.com/cheteshwar1/status/1544909701489561601?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Dear Thala, 
 
Here's some Birthday Yellove! 💛 
 
- Anbuden, 
Chennai<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HBDThalaDhoni?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HBDThalaDhoni</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WhistlePodu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WhistlePodu</a> 🦁💛 <a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> <a href="https://t.co/QSw43O5sy5">pic.twitter.com/QSw43O5sy5</a>
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChennaiIPL/status/1544922353272233984?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Dhoni remains an icon and inspiration in Indian cricket. The superstar cricketer made his debut at the international level in late 2004. While he was run-out for a duck in his first ODI, Dhoni gained unprecedented success across formats as a batter, finisher, keeper and captain. In ODIs, he slammed over 10,000 runs whereas he was a very handy batter in Tests, ending with 4,876 runs in 90 matches with 6 hundreds (including a double ton).&nbsp;

Dhoni's numbers in T20Is wasn't extra ordinary but he remained a cameo specialist and finisher, ending with 1,617 runs whereas he is nearing the 5,000-run mark in IPL. He ended his international career with 634 catches, 195 stumpings (most by any) and also led India to all three major ICC titles along with the No. 1 ranking in Tests. To date, Dhoni remains India's second-highest six-hitter (359).

He was last seen in action during IPL 2022 and has confirmed his participation for the next year's edition, where he will again represent the Chennai Super Kings (with whom he has won four IPL titles and two Champions League trophies as captain).

MS Dhoni turned 41 on Thursday (July 07). Dhoni remains a darling of the nation despite retiring from international cricket on August 15, 2020. The 41-year-old former Indian captain is still a favourite among fans and many poured wishes for the former cricketer as he turns a year older.

MS Dhoni turned 41 on Thursday (July 07). Dhoni remains a darling of the nation despite retiring from international cricket on August 15, 2020. The 41-year-old former Indian captain is still a favourite among fans and many poured wishes for the former cricketer as he turns a year older. On Twitter, Dhoni is trending since the start of the day and many former, as well as active cricketers, wished him on his special day. Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina, Virender Sehwag, Cheteshwar Pujara, Ishant Sharma and many others wished the former Indian stumper. Here are some of the wishes: A leader like no other. Thanks for everything you have done for Indian cricket. 🇮🇳 You became more like an elder brother for me. Nothing but love and respect always. Happy birthday skip 🎂@msdhoni pic.twitter.com/kIxdmrEuGP — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) July 7, 2022 × Happy Birthday to my big brother. Thank you for being my biggest supporter and mentor in every phase of life, may god bless you and your family with good health always. Much love to you mahi bhai. Wishing you a great year ahead! @msdhoni #HappyBirthdayDhoni pic.twitter.com/3uABWFIlnO — Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) July 6, 2022 × Till the time full stop doesn't come,a sentence isn't completed. Till the time Dhoni is at the crease,match isn't completed. Not all teams have the fortune to have a person like Dhoni, Happy B'day to a gem of a person & player,MS Dhoni. Om Helicopteraya Namaha #HappyBirthdayDhoni pic.twitter.com/qGFhpcP5so — Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) July 7, 2022 × Very very happy birthday to you @msdhoni 🥳 My best wishes are always with you! Have the most wonderful year ahead. Love always 🤗 pic.twitter.com/95n92fqeNT — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) July 7, 2022 × Still remember this day very fondly, thank you for everything Mahi bhai!! Best wishes to you on your birthday, have a great year ahead @msdhoni 🎂😁 pic.twitter.com/hZm1QQ571F — Ishant Sharma (@ImIshant) July 7, 2022 × Happy birthday, @msdhoni 🤗 Wish you the very best for the coming year! Keep shining always. pic.twitter.com/SsfYsf3LUT — cheteshwar pujara (@cheteshwar1) July 7, 2022 × Dear Thala, Here's some Birthday Yellove! 💛 - Anbuden, Chennai#HBDThalaDhoni #WhistlePodu 🦁💛 @msdhoni pic.twitter.com/QSw43O5sy5 — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) July 7, 2022 × ALSO READ | THROWBACK: 'God is not coming to save you' - MS Dhoni's motivational words before India's CT'13 win Dhoni remains an icon and inspiration in Indian cricket. The superstar cricketer made his debut at the international level in late 2004. While he was run-out for a duck in his first ODI, Dhoni gained unprecedented success across formats as a batter, finisher, keeper and captain. In ODIs, he slammed over 10,000 runs whereas he was a very handy batter in Tests, ending with 4,876 runs in 90 matches with 6 hundreds (including a double ton). Dhoni's numbers in T20Is wasn't extra ordinary but he remained a cameo specialist and finisher, ending with 1,617 runs whereas he is nearing the 5,000-run mark in IPL. He ended his international career with 634 catches, 195 stumpings (most by any) and also led India to all three major ICC titles along with the No. 1 ranking in Tests. To date, Dhoni remains India's second-highest six-hitter (359). He was last seen in action during IPL 2022 and has confirmed his participation for the next year's edition, where he will again represent the Chennai Super Kings (with whom he has won four IPL titles and two Champions League trophies as captain).

Happy Birthday MS Dhoni: Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina lead wishes as former Indian skipper turns 41

England Test side has witnessed some major highs in the last few weeks. After whitewashing New Zealand 3-0 at home, Ben Stokes-led England beat India in the fifth and final rescheduled Test, in Edgabston, Birmingham, resorting to their newly-found bazball style of play; i.e. being more aggressive with the bat.&nbsp;

As a result, England have chased down three 275-plus totals versus New Zealand, on the trot, before beating India by chasing a mammoth 378-run target (being their most-successful Test run-chase). Thus, India's head coach Rahul Dravid shared his take on England's bazball approach after India missed a golden opportunity to win the five Tests 3-1 as the series ended in a 2-2 stalemate.&nbsp;

"People are talking a lot about Bazball. Some say this will change cricket entirely. As a coach what is your take on Bazball," a reporter asked Dravid during the press conference. To this, the former Indian captain-turned-coach politely responded with a smile and said, "Don't really know what's that."

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He, however, lauded England's performances and added, "I would definitely say that the kind of cricket they have been playing in the last few months has been really good. They have been really good at chasing. That chasing is not easy in fourth innings in England. Whatever brand of cricket one wants to play, it depends a lot of the players and the kind of form they are in presently. When the players are in good form, your obviously play a more positive game, like we did in that innings where Pant and Jadeja were batting."

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Talking about the final Test, which was rescheduled after Covid cases in the Indian camp during the 2021 English summer, India were without regular captain Rohit Sharma (who had tested positive for the deadly infection). In Jasprit Bumrah's leadership, India rode on centuries from Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja to post 416 after being asked to bat first. In reply, England were dismissed for 284, giving a sizeable 132-run lead before India only managed 245 in their second essay. Despite still chasing a big target, of 378, England were 109-3 before centuries from Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow took them to a historic seven-wicket series-levelling win.

England Test side has witnessed some major highs in the last few weeks. After whitewashing New Zealand 3-0 at home, Ben Stokes-led England beat India in the fifth and final rescheduled Test, in Edgabston, Birmingham, resorting to their newly-found bazball style of play; i.

England Test side has witnessed some major highs in the last few weeks. After whitewashing New Zealand 3-0 at home, Ben Stokes-led England beat India in the fifth and final rescheduled Test, in Edgabston, Birmingham, resorting to their newly-found bazball style of play; i.e. being more aggressive with the bat. As a result, England have chased down three 275-plus totals versus New Zealand, on the trot, before beating India by chasing a mammoth 378-run target (being their most-successful Test run-chase). Thus, India's head coach Rahul Dravid shared his take on England's bazball approach after India missed a golden opportunity to win the five Tests 3-1 as the series ended in a 2-2 stalemate. "People are talking a lot about Bazball. Some say this will change cricket entirely. As a coach what is your take on Bazball," a reporter asked Dravid during the press conference. To this, the former Indian captain-turned-coach politely responded with a smile and said, "Don't really know what's that." pic.twitter.com/CopF6Bqks0 — Guess Karo (@KuchNahiUkhada) July 5, 2022 × He, however, lauded England's performances and added, "I would definitely say that the kind of cricket they have been playing in the last few months has been really good. They have been really good at chasing. That chasing is not easy in fourth innings in England. Whatever brand of cricket one wants to play, it depends a lot of the players and the kind of form they are in presently. When the players are in good form, your obviously play a more positive game, like we did in that innings where Pant and Jadeja were batting." ALSO READ | Edgbaston Test: India succumb to new low after England chase 378 as series ends at 2-2 Talking about the final Test, which was rescheduled after Covid cases in the Indian camp during the 2021 English summer, India were without regular captain Rohit Sharma (who had tested positive for the deadly infection). In Jasprit Bumrah's leadership, India rode on centuries from Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja to post 416 after being asked to bat first. In reply, England were dismissed for 284, giving a sizeable 132-run lead before India only managed 245 in their second essay. Despite still chasing a big target, of 378, England were 109-3 before centuries from Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow took them to a historic seven-wicket series-levelling win.

ENG vs IND: Rahul Dravid shares his take on England's 'bazball' style of play after Edgbaston Test - WATCH

India missed a chance to completely bat&nbsp;England out of the fifth and final Test on Day 4, on Monday (July 04), as they were all-out for 245, setting up a challenging 378-run target. While the target was still a mammoth one, Ben Stokes-led England's newly aggressive approach with the bat was sure to test the Indian bowling line-up. At stumps on Day 4, England had their nose ahead being well-placed at 259-3.

An unbroken 150-run fourth-wicket stand between Jonny Bairstow and Joe Root set it up nicely for England before the hosts chased down the remaining 119 runs on Day 5 with&nbsp;the five-match series ending at 2-2. Courtest of&nbsp;this shocking defeat, despite a sizeable 132-run lead, India missed a huge opportunity to win their first-ever Test series on English soil since 2007 and return with a 3-1 scoreline. By virtue of this result, India also attained a new low by failing to defend&nbsp;a 350-plus total for the first time in a Test match.&nbsp;

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Highest target successfully chased down by England 
378 vs Ind Edgabston 2022 
359 vs Aus Leeds 2019 
332 vs Aus Melbourne 1928/29 
315 vs Aus Leeds 200

Unwanted records for India

Biggest 1st inngs lead that ended&nbsp;in a loss for India 
192 vs SL Galle 2015 
132 vs Eng Edgbaston 2022 
80 vs Aus Adelaide 1992 
69 vs Aus Sydney 2008

Highest target successfully chased down against Team India 
378 Eng Edgbaston 2022 
339 Aus Perth 1977 
276 WI Delhi 1987 
240 SA Johannesburg 2022

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At the post-match presentation, stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah pointed out, "I won't go that far ahead (of calling himself an all-rounder). That's the beauty of Test cricket, even if you have three good days. We fell short with the bat yesterday and that is where we let the opposition in to let the match slip away from us. Ifs and buts can always be there. If you go back, if there was no rain in the first match, we could have won the series. But England played really well. We have drawn the series and both teams played very good cricket and it was a fair result. Pant takes his chances. He and Jaddu got us back into the game with their counter-attack. We were ahead in the game. He takes his chances, backs himself and very happy for him. Dravid is always there to guide us and back us. We could have been a little straighter in our bowling lines and use the variable bounce. The captaincy is not what I decide. I like the responsibility. It was a good challenge, a new challenge. It was an honour to lead the team and a great experience."

Being asked to bat first, India were reeling at 98-5 before posting 416 riding on centuries from Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja. Getting a big lead, after England were all-out for 284, India set up a stiff target as the home side rode on centuries from Bairstow (two tons in the match) and Root (142 not out) to script a famous seven-wicket win&nbsp;with more than two sessions to spare.

India missed a chance to completely bat England out of the fifth and final Test on Day 4, on Monday (July 04), as they were all-out for 245, setting up a challenging 378-run target.

India missed a chance to completely bat England out of the fifth and final Test on Day 4, on Monday (July 04), as they were all-out for 245, setting up a challenging 378-run target. While the target was still a mammoth one, Ben Stokes-led England's newly aggressive approach with the bat was sure to test the Indian bowling line-up. At stumps on Day 4, England had their nose ahead being well-placed at 259-3. An unbroken 150-run fourth-wicket stand between Jonny Bairstow and Joe Root set it up nicely for England before the hosts chased down the remaining 119 runs on Day 5 with the five-match series ending at 2-2. Courtest of this shocking defeat, despite a sizeable 132-run lead, India missed a huge opportunity to win their first-ever Test series on English soil since 2007 and return with a 3-1 scoreline. By virtue of this result, India also attained a new low by failing to defend a 350-plus total for the first time in a Test match. ALSO READ | Root, Bairstow slam tons as England hammer India by 7 wickets in Edgbaston Test, draw series 2-2 Highest target successfully chased down by England 378 vs Ind Edgabston 2022 359 vs Aus Leeds 2019 332 vs Aus Melbourne 1928/29 315 vs Aus Leeds 200 Unwanted records for India Biggest 1st inngs lead that ended in a loss for India 192 vs SL Galle 2015 132 vs Eng Edgbaston 2022 80 vs Aus Adelaide 1992 69 vs Aus Sydney 2008 Highest target successfully chased down against Team India 378 Eng Edgbaston 2022 339 Aus Perth 1977 276 WI Delhi 1987 240 SA Johannesburg 2022 ALSO READ | ENG vs IND, 5th Test: ECB reacts after Indian fans racially abused during penultimate day's play At the post-match presentation, stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah pointed out, "I won't go that far ahead (of calling himself an all-rounder). That's the beauty of Test cricket, even if you have three good days. We fell short with the bat yesterday and that is where we let the opposition in to let the match slip away from us. Ifs and buts can always be there. If you go back, if there was no rain in the first match, we could have won the series. But England played really well. We have drawn the series and both teams played very good cricket and it was a fair result. Pant takes his chances. He and Jaddu got us back into the game with their counter-attack. We were ahead in the game. He takes his chances, backs himself and very happy for him. Dravid is always there to guide us and back us. We could have been a little straighter in our bowling lines and use the variable bounce. The captaincy is not what I decide. I like the responsibility. It was a good challenge, a new challenge. It was an honour to lead the team and a great experience." Being asked to bat first, India were reeling at 98-5 before posting 416 riding on centuries from Rishabh Pant and Ravindra Jadeja. Getting a big lead, after England were all-out for 284, India set up a stiff target as the home side rode on centuries from Bairstow (two tons in the match) and Root (142 not out) to script a famous seven-wicket win with more than two sessions to spare.

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