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From Dilip Vengsarkar to Rahul Dravid, here is a look at five Indian batters with the most Test runs at Lord’s Cricket Ground. The list also features Sunil Gavaskar, Vinoo Mankad and Gundappa Viswanath.

From Dilip Vengsarkar to Rahul Dravid, here is a look at five Indian batters with the most Test runs at Lord’s Cricket Ground. The list also features Sunil Gavaskar, Vinoo Mankad&nbsp;and Gundappa Viswanath.

From Dilip Vengsarkar to Rahul Dravid, 5 Indian batters with the most Test runs at Lord’s Cricket Ground

Here is a look at the top Indian batters to score hundred at Lords Cricket Ground featuring Vinoo Mankad, Dilip Vengsarkar, Ravi Shastri, Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid and KL Rahul. However. The list does not include Sachin Tendulkar who never scored an international hundred at Lords.

Here is a look at the top Indian batters to score hundred at Lord’s Cricket Ground featuring Vinoo Mankad, Dilip Vengsarkar, Ravi Shastri, Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid&nbsp;and KL Rahul. However. The list does not include Sachin Tendulkar who never scored an international hundred at Lord's.

Top Indian batters to score hundred at Lord’s Cricket Ground – Sachin Tendulkar not on the list

New Zealand has announced its squad for the upcoming two match Test series against Zimbabwe, starting July 30 in Bulawayo. This series will not be part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC). Star batter Kane Williamson and all rounder Michael Bracewell are unavailable as they are playing in overseas T20 leagues. Williamson is currently playing for Middlesex in England’s County Championship and later on will also play for London Spirit in The Hundred League. Bracewell, who is currently playing for MI New York in Major League Cricket will join Southern Brave for The Hundred.&nbsp;Pacer Ben Sears has been ruled out due to a side strain and will need two or three weeks to recover. Kyle Jamieson is also not a part of the squad as he has chosen to stay back in New Zealand for the birth of his first child.&nbsp;With the absence of these players, many new players are getting the chance to represent their country on the international level.&nbsp;Also Check - From Brian Lara to Wiaan Mulder: 5 captains with highest individual scores in Test cricket history&nbsp;&nbsp;Fast bowler Matt Fisher has received his first Test call up. Jacob Duffy, who has played for New Zealand in limited overs might make his Test debut as well. Spinner Ajaz Patel is also back in the squad for the first time since New Zealand’s series win over India last year.&nbsp;&nbsp;South Africa vs Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Bulawayo&nbsp;In the ongoing Test match between Zimbabwe and South Africa in Bulawayo, South African skipper Wiaan Mulder created history by becoming the first player to score a triple century on a Test captaincy debut. He also becomes the second South African to score a triple century in Tests after Hashim Amla's 311.&nbsp;New Zealand Test Squad: Tom Latham (captain), Tom Blundell, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Matt Fisher, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Will O’Rourke, Ajaz Patel, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitch Santner, Nathan Smith, Will Young.

Fast bowler Matt Fisher has received his first Test call up. Jacob Duffy, who has played for New Zealand in limited overs might make his Test debut as well.

New Zealand has announced its squad for the upcoming two match Test series against Zimbabwe, starting July 30 in Bulawayo. This series will not be part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC). Star batter Kane Williamson and all rounder Michael Bracewell are unavailable as they are playing in overseas T20 leagues. Williamson is currently playing for Middlesex in England’s County Championship and later on will also play for London Spirit in The Hundred League. Bracewell, who is currently playing for MI New York in Major League Cricket will join Southern Brave for The Hundred. Pacer Ben Sears has been ruled out due to a side strain and will need two or three weeks to recover. Kyle Jamieson is also not a part of the squad as he has chosen to stay back in New Zealand for the birth of his first child. With the absence of these players, many new players are getting the chance to represent their country on the international level. Also Check - From Brian Lara to Wiaan Mulder: 5 captains with highest individual scores in Test cricket history Fast bowler Matt Fisher has received his first Test call up. Jacob Duffy, who has played for New Zealand in limited overs might make his Test debut as well. Spinner Ajaz Patel is also back in the squad for the first time since New Zealand’s series win over India last year. South Africa vs Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Bulawayo In the ongoing Test match between Zimbabwe and South Africa in Bulawayo, South African skipper Wiaan Mulder created history by becoming the first player to score a triple century on a Test captaincy debut. He also becomes the second South African to score a triple century in Tests after Hashim Amla's 311. New Zealand Test Squad: Tom Latham (captain), Tom Blundell, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Matt Fisher, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Will O’Rourke, Ajaz Patel, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitch Santner, Nathan Smith, Will Young.

Fast bowler Matt Fisher has received his first Test call up. Jacob Duffy, who has played for New Zealand in limited overs might make his Test debut as well.

Williamson, Bracewell unavailable as New Zealand announce squad for Zimbabwe Tests

Rishabh Pant's IPL teammate Digvesh Rathi has bagged a mega deal in the recently concluded Delhi Premier League (DPL) auctions on Sunday (July 6). Known for his leg-spin and tricky bowling, Rathi was the second most expensive buy in the auction at the price of ₹38 lakh ($44,322), having entered the auction at his base price of ₹10 lakh ($11,663).<h2>Delhi Superstarz secure Rathi's services</h2>Purani Dilli were also interested in Rathi during the auction but it was South Delhi Superstarz who signed him in the end for ₹38 lakh ($44,322). The spinner's value has been rapidly increased after the IPL 2025 as he will be earning ₹8 lakh ($9,331 ) more in DPL than he did in the IPL.&nbsp;&nbsp;The 25-year old, who hails from Delhi had a strong IPL 2025 season. He bagged 14 wickets in 13 matches at an economy rate of 8.25. However, he also made headlines for his controversial ‘notebook’ celebration and a few on field clashes.&nbsp;He was suspended for a match due to his unique celebration style and paid penalties for his misconduct during the season.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="Body blow to RCB as no IPL franchise considered for 2026 World Club Championship, Pakistan's PCB rejects invitation - Report">Body blow to RCB as no IPL franchise considered for 2026 World Club Championship, Pakistan's PCB rejects invitation - Report</a>&nbsp;In the same auction, Simarjit Singh, who was the part of SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2025 became the most expensive player in the auction, signing a deal at ₹39 lakh ($45,493) with Central Delhi Kings. He was also the top wicket-taker in the last DPL season.&nbsp;The 2025 DPL auction showed how fast the league is growing and how young Indian players like Digvesh Rathi are becoming more valuable in the domestic cricket.<h2>Most expensive players in DPL 2025 auction</h2><ul><li>Simarjeet Singh (Central Delhi Kings) - ₹39 lakhs ($45,493)</li><li>Digvesh Rathi (South Delhi Superstarz) - ₹38 lakhs ($44,322)</li><li>Nitish Rana (West Delhi Lions) - ₹34 lakhs ( $39,667)</li><li>Prince Yadav (New Delhi Tigers) - ₹33 lakhs ($38,500)&nbsp;</li></ul>

The 2025 DPL (Delhi Premier League) auction showed how fast the league is growing and how young Indian players are becoming more valuable in the domestic cricket.

Rishabh Pant's IPL teammate Digvesh Rathi has bagged a mega deal in the recently concluded Delhi Premier League (DPL) auctions on Sunday (July 6). Known for his leg-spin and tricky bowling, Rathi was the second most expensive buy in the auction at the price of ₹38 lakh ($44,322), having entered the auction at his base price of ₹10 lakh ($11,663). Delhi Superstarz secure Rathi's services Purani Dilli were also interested in Rathi during the auction but it was South Delhi Superstarz who signed him in the end for ₹38 lakh ($44,322). The spinner's value has been rapidly increased after the IPL 2025 as he will be earning ₹8 lakh ($9,331 ) more in DPL than he did in the IPL. The 25-year old, who hails from Delhi had a strong IPL 2025 season. He bagged 14 wickets in 13 matches at an economy rate of 8.25. However, he also made headlines for his controversial ‘notebook’ celebration and a few on field clashes. He was suspended for a match due to his unique celebration style and paid penalties for his misconduct during the season. Also Read - Body blow to RCB as no IPL franchise considered for 2026 World Club Championship, Pakistan's PCB rejects invitation - Report In the same auction, Simarjit Singh, who was the part of SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2025 became the most expensive player in the auction, signing a deal at ₹39 lakh ($45,493) with Central Delhi Kings. He was also the top wicket-taker in the last DPL season. The 2025 DPL auction showed how fast the league is growing and how young Indian players like Digvesh Rathi are becoming more valuable in the domestic cricket. Most expensive players in DPL 2025 auction Simarjeet Singh (Central Delhi Kings) - ₹39 lakhs ($45,493) Digvesh Rathi (South Delhi Superstarz) - ₹38 lakhs ($44,322) Nitish Rana (West Delhi Lions) - ₹34 lakhs ( $39,667) Prince Yadav (New Delhi Tigers) - ₹33 lakhs ($38,500)

Known for his leg-spin and tricky bowling, Rathi was the second most expensive buy in the auction at the price of ₹38 lakh ($44,322), having entered the auction at his base price of ₹10 lakh ($11,663).

Rishabh Pant's IPL teammate bags mega deal in DPL 2025 auction, bigger than his IPL contract

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With the five-match Test series between India and England evenly poised at 1-1, the focus now shifts to the third Test at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground in London, starting on Thursday (July 10). 

With the five-match Test series between India and England evenly poised at 1-1, the focus now shifts to the third Test at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground in London, starting on Thursday (July 10). Known as the ‘Home of Cricket,’ Lord’s has a rich history and legacy; however, it hasn't been favourable to India in red-ball format. What is India's record at Lord's Cricket Ground? Over the years, India have played 19 Tests at Lord’s (1932-2021), winning only three, drawing four and losing the remaining 12 matches. These numbers reflect how challenging this venue has been for Indian team over the years. However, the recent three results suggest a shift in momentum. India have won two of their last three Test matches at this venue. In 2014, under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, India defeated England by 95 runs. They suffered a loss in 2018 under Virat Kohli but bounced back strongly in 2021 with a comprehensive 151-run victory, showing a much-improved performance in English conditions. Also Read | IND vs ENG: James Anderson pushes for Jofra Archer's inclusion in Lord's Test, says ‘got to play him’ India’s famous 2021 win at Lord’s India’s most iconic recent moment at Lord’s came in August 2021, when they beat England by 151 runs. After setting a target of 272 in 60 overs on the final day, skipper Virat Kohli famously told his players, "For 60 overs, they should feel hell out there." His team responded with a complete bowling performance. Led by Mohammed Siraj’s four-wicket haul, India bowled England out for a mere 120 runs in 51.5 overs to seal a famous win. Can England bounce back? England will look to bounce back after a defeat in the second Test at Edgbaston. India dominated that match with both bat and ball, drawing level in the series. With the conditions at Lord’s expected to offer more help to the bowlers with a good pace and bounce than the previous two tests, both teams are likely to rely on their pace attacks. England have strengthened their pace attack for the third Test by adding Gus Atkinson and Jofra Archer to the squad. Atkinson is the fresh addition, while Archer, who joined the team after the first Test, will further support the fast bowling. India are likely to continue with the same core that performed well at Edgbaston, with players like Shubman Gill, Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep expected to play key roles once again.

With the five-match Test series between India and England evenly poised at 1-1, the focus now shifts to the third Test at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground in London, starting on Thursday (July 10).&nbsp;

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The first Indian player to score a century in Test cricket against England was Lala Amarnath. He achieved this milestone in 1933 during his debut Test match against England in Mumbai.

During the ongoing Test series between India and England, several visiting batters have scored centuries including twin tons from Rishabh Pant and captain Shubman Gill. While the current crop of players are making rounds, it is fascinating to know that the first batter to score a ton against England was in the pre-independence era. The legendary batter was renowned for his stroke play and attacking approach and took the game against the opposition. Who was the first Indian to score a Test century against England? The first Indian player to score a century in Test cricket against England was Lala Amarnath. He achieved this milestone in 1933 during his debut Test match against England in Mumbai. He also later become the first captain of independent India’s cricket team, writing his name in the Indian cricket folklore. International Test Stats Lala Amarnath was an all-rounder and represented India in 24 Test matches from 1933 to 1952. He scored 878 runs in 40 innings, including one century and four half centuries. He also contributed with the ball, bagging 45 wickets during his Test career. Also Check - From Brian Lara to Wiaan Mulder: 5 captains with highest individual scores in Test cricket history Domestic FC Stats In domestic cricket, he played 186 first-class matches and scored 10426 runs in 286 innings at an average of 41.37. His record includes 31 centuries and 39 fifties. And as a bowler, he took 463 wickets in his first-class career, including 19 five-wickets hauls. Lala Amarnath’s contributions as both a batter and bowler make him one of the most respected and famous players in Indian cricket history. He passed away in Delhi in 2000 at the age of 88. India ready to conquer Lord's India will take on England at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground with the third Test starting on July 10. The match will start at 3:30 PM IST and 11:00 AM local time. The five match series is currently leveled at 1-1 as the winner will seize advantage in the series with two matches remaining.

The first Indian player to score a century in Test cricket against England was Lala Amarnath. He achieved this milestone in 1933 during his debut Test match against England in Mumbai.

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Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has refused to comment on opener Sam Konstas’ future as he struggles with the bat in the ongoing West Indies tour. 

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has refused to comment on opener Sam Konstas’ future as he struggles with the bat in the ongoing West Indies tour. Speaking after Australia’s 133-run win in the second Test in Grenada, McDonald reckons it is too early to comment on the opener’s future in the Aussie side. According to McDonald, Konstas will have to overcome the current situation and reckons the challenge is not necessarily about skills or techniques. McDonald refuses to comment on Konstas’ future "Four games in, eight innings, it's probably early for anyone to judge, really," McDonald said of Konstas' early Test career. "I think the challenges in Test cricket aren't necessarily always your skill level or your technique. It's dealing with the moments, the pressure, all the other things that externally come with that as well. He's a player finding his feet in the environment." The opener made his debut in the Boxing Day Test against India at the back end of last year, impressing on his debut by scoring 60 runs in the first innings. However, since then it has been a tough time for Konstas having scored 33 runs in his last four innings. ALSO READ | Wimbledon 2025: 'Probably the first time...,' Djokovic happy to break 'losing curse' with Federer in attendance The lack of faith was evident during the World Test Championship (WTC) final when Konstas was dropped. Instead, Marnus Labuschagne and Usman Khawaja were preferred as the openers with Australia losing the final to South Africa by five wickets. Australia 2-0 up in series Starting the new WTC cycle, the Aussies have already bagged the three-match Test series having won the opening two matches. They will head into the third contest in Jamaica with an opportunity to whitewash the hosts. The final Test match will start on Saturday (July 12) with Konstas likely to be dropped from the Playing XI.

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has refused to comment on opener Sam Konstas’ future as he struggles with the bat in the ongoing West Indies tour.&nbsp;

WI vs AUS: Andrew McDonald refuses to discuss Sam Konstas' future, says 'it's probably too early to judge'

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Legendary former England pacer James Anderson has backed the inclusion of Jofra Archer in the side as the hosts prepare for the third Test against India in the five-match series. 

Legendary former England pacer James Anderson has backed the inclusion of Jofra Archer in the side as the hosts prepare for the third Test against India in the five-match series. With the series level at 1-1, Anderson has backed Archer’s selection into the English side with the Lord’s Test set to begin on Thursday (July 10). According to Anderson, Archer should be fit to play in the third Test having given a fitness audition in a county game for Sussex in the build-up. Anderson backs Archer's inclusion in Lord’s Test "You could keep trying to build his overs up and play him later in the series, but it could be too late by then," Anderson said. "I think he will play. He's played one game for Sussex, he was around the team at Edgbaston and bowled a bit. I just feel like you've got to play him. It's too crucial a game not to,” the former pacer added. If included in the Lord’s Test, it will be the first red-ball contest for the English bowler since February 2021 having faced a prolonged period out with a back injury. He recently returned to the white-ball set-up and was included in the Test squad for the India tour while representing in the County Championship for Sussex. ALSO READ | Wimbledon 2025: 'Probably the first time...,' Djokovic happy to break 'losing curse' with Federer in attendance Head coach Brendon McCullum has also backed Archer’s inclusion but hasn’t confirmed the pacer’s inclusion for the Lord’s Test. "Jofra is looking fit, he's looking strong, he's looking ready to go, and he'll come into calculations," McCullum said. "It's hugely exciting. He's buzzing as well. He's obviously been through his injuries and his time out of Test cricket.” England will head into the key contest on the back of a defeat at Edgbaston as they lost by a massive 335-run margin. The victory was India’s first at Edgbaston in eight attempts at the venue, having lost six and drawn once.

Legendary former England pacer James Anderson has backed the inclusion of Jofra Archer in the side as the hosts prepare for the third Test against India in the five-match series.&nbsp;

IND vs ENG: James Anderson pushes for Jofra Archer's inclusion in Lord's Test, says 'got to play him'

South Africa captain Wiaan Mulder was close to scripting history in the second Test match against Zimbabwe on Monday (July 7) as he threatened to break Brian Lara’s all-time record for the highest individual score in a Test innings. However, Mulder’s shocking decision to declare at unbeaten 367 saw Lara’s record remain intact leaving the cricket fraternity in disbelief. After the end of the play on Day 2, Mulder reflected on his decision and respected Lara’s legacy.&nbsp;<h2>Mulder reflects decision to declare</h2>“I think respecting the game is really important; letting someone like Lara keep his record," Mulder said after the end of Day 2. "He's one of the greatest to ever have played the game, so he deserves that. And, yeah, I think we're still in a great position to win the game, and that's all that matters."<h2>Mulder stuns cricket fraternity</h2>Having become the second South Africa batter to slam a Test triple hundred after Hashim Amla, Mulder was all set to break the all-time record for the highest individual Test score as lunch was taken at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. At that time, Mulder was batting an unbeaten 367 while South Africa were 626/5.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-wimbledon-djokovic-beats-de-mianur-and-breaks-losing-curse-with-federer-in-attendance-1751908108947">Wimbledon 2025: 'Probably the first time...,' Djokovic happy to break 'losing curse' with Federer in attendance</a>&nbsp;However, the umpires were notified by South Africa that they wouldn’t continue to bat and declare their innings. This meant Mulder remained unbeaten on 367, 33 runs shy of joining Lara in scoring 400 runs in a single Test match innings.&nbsp;&nbsp;This means he now seats fifth on the list of batters with the highest individual Test score after Brian Lara, Matthew Hayden and Mahela Jayawardene.<h2>Highest individual scores in a Test innings</h2>1. Brian Lara (West Indies) – 400* Runs vs England2. Matthew Hayden (Australia) – 380 Runs vs Zimbabwe3. Brian Lara (West Indies) – 375 Runs vs England4. Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka) – 374 Runs vs South Africa5. Wiaan Mulder (South Africa) – 367* Runs vs Zimbabwe

Having become the second South Africa batter to slam a Test triple hundred after Hashim Amla, Mulder was all set to break the all-time record for the highest individual Test score as lunch was taken at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.

South Africa captain Wiaan Mulder was close to scripting history in the second Test match against Zimbabwe on Monday (July 7) as he threatened to break Brian Lara’s all-time record for the highest individual score in a Test innings. However, Mulder’s shocking decision to declare at unbeaten 367 saw Lara’s record remain intact leaving the cricket fraternity in disbelief. After the end of the play on Day 2, Mulder reflected on his decision and respected Lara’s legacy. Mulder reflects decision to declare “I think respecting the game is really important; letting someone like Lara keep his record," Mulder said after the end of Day 2. "He's one of the greatest to ever have played the game, so he deserves that. And, yeah, I think we're still in a great position to win the game, and that's all that matters." Mulder stuns cricket fraternity Having become the second South Africa batter to slam a Test triple hundred after Hashim Amla, Mulder was all set to break the all-time record for the highest individual Test score as lunch was taken at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. At that time, Mulder was batting an unbeaten 367 while South Africa were 626/5. ALSO READ | Wimbledon 2025: 'Probably the first time...,' Djokovic happy to break 'losing curse' with Federer in attendance However, the umpires were notified by South Africa that they wouldn’t continue to bat and declare their innings. This meant Mulder remained unbeaten on 367, 33 runs shy of joining Lara in scoring 400 runs in a single Test match innings. This means he now seats fifth on the list of batters with the highest individual Test score after Brian Lara, Matthew Hayden and Mahela Jayawardene. Highest individual scores in a Test innings 1. Brian Lara (West Indies) – 400* Runs vs England 2. Matthew Hayden (Australia) – 380 Runs vs Zimbabwe 3. Brian Lara (West Indies) – 375 Runs vs England 4. Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka) – 374 Runs vs South Africa 5. Wiaan Mulder (South Africa) – 367* Runs vs Zimbabwe

Having become the second South Africa batter to slam a Test triple hundred after Hashim Amla, Mulder was all set to break the all-time record for the highest individual Test score as lunch was taken at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.

'Lara deserves to keep his record': Wiaan Mulder reflects on shocking decision to declare at unbeaten 367

India scored an aggregate 1,014 runs in Edgbaston Test against England - 587 in 1st innings and 427 in 2nd innings - the highest for them in a Test.

India scored an aggregate 1,014 runs in Edgbaston Test against England - 587 in 1st innings and 427 in 2nd innings - the highest for them in a Test.

India's 1,014 runs at Edgbaston highest aggregate total by them in a Test? Check full list

India, with 1,014 runs (587 and 427) against England at Edgbaston Test in 2025, become only the second team after Pakistan to scored 1000-plus runs in a Test in 21st century. They are also the first team in last 19 years to score 1000-plus runs in a Test.

India scored 1014 runs in Edgbaston Test - 587 in first innings and 427 in second innings - to become fifth team in Test history to score 1000-plus runs in a Test match. The first team to do so was Australia and they are also the only team to have done it twice - 1934 and 1969.

India fifth team to score 1000-plus runs in a Test. Australia have done it twice - check three others

After a run-fest in the first two Tests, England have asked for a lively pitch for the third Test at Lord's against India which starts on July 10. The five-match series currently stands equal at 1-1 with India taking the second game by 336 runs after losing the first one by five wickets. The first Test saw more than 1600 runs being scored and in the second Test as well - showing how bad it has been for bowlers on the flat decks with dukes balls which are going soft quicker than usual.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-wimbledon-tailoring-the-traditions-and-prestige-to-attract-younger-audience-1751891623539">Wimbledon 'tailoring the traditions and prestige' to attract younger audience</a>"Something with a bit more pace, a bit more bounce, and maybe a little bit of sideways" said McCullum as reported by ESPNCricinfo. "It'll be a blockbuster either way, but I think it's going to set up for a cracker - especially if there's plenty of life in it [the pitch]," he added. McCullum also hinted at express pacer Jofra Archer's selection in the playing XI and so did India skipper Shubman Gill about Jasprit Bumrah."He'll certainly be available for selection," McCullum said. "Our seamers have gone two Tests on the spin and we've got a short turnaround before we head down to HQ. We'll let the dust settle on this one, but Jofra is looking fit, he's looking strong, he's looking ready to go, and he'll come into calculations. It's hugely exciting."As for Bumrah, Gill said 'definitely' when asked if Bumrah will be playing in the third Test. India, however, didn't need him in 'subcontinent-like Edgbaston' as Stokes described the Birmingham pitch after the 336-run loss.With Akash Deep taking 10 wickets in the match and Mohammed Siraj taking seven wickets out of 20 which England lost. The Lord's Test will definitely be a content to look for the bowlers after what has been a batters' paradise in the first two Tests.

McCullum also hinted at express pacer Jofra Archer's selection in the playing XI and so did India skipper Shubman Gill about Jasprit Bumrah. Gill said 'definitely' when asked if Bumrah will be playing in the third Test.

After a run-fest in the first two Tests, England have asked for a lively pitch for the third Test at Lord's against India which starts on July 10. The five-match series currently stands equal at 1-1 with India taking the second game by 336 runs after losing the first one by five wickets. The first Test saw more than 1600 runs being scored and in the second Test as well - showing how bad it has been for bowlers on the flat decks with dukes balls which are going soft quicker than usual. Also Read - Wimbledon 'tailoring the traditions and prestige' to attract younger audience "Something with a bit more pace, a bit more bounce, and maybe a little bit of sideways" said McCullum as reported by ESPNCricinfo. "It'll be a blockbuster either way, but I think it's going to set up for a cracker - especially if there's plenty of life in it [the pitch]," he added. McCullum also hinted at express pacer Jofra Archer's selection in the playing XI and so did India skipper Shubman Gill about Jasprit Bumrah. "He'll certainly be available for selection," McCullum said. "Our seamers have gone two Tests on the spin and we've got a short turnaround before we head down to HQ. We'll let the dust settle on this one, but Jofra is looking fit, he's looking strong, he's looking ready to go, and he'll come into calculations. It's hugely exciting." As for Bumrah, Gill said 'definitely' when asked if Bumrah will be playing in the third Test. India, however, didn't need him in 'subcontinent-like Edgbaston' as Stokes described the Birmingham pitch after the 336-run loss. With Akash Deep taking 10 wickets in the match and Mohammed Siraj taking seven wickets out of 20 which England lost. The Lord's Test will definitely be a content to look for the bowlers after what has been a batters' paradise in the first two Tests.

The first Test saw more than 1600 runs being scored and in the second Test as well - showing how bad it has been for bowlers on the flat decks with dukes balls which are going soft quicker than usual.

IND vs ENG: Lord's pitch to assist bowlers? England coach asks for 'something with a bit more pace' after Edgbaston loss

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has taken a big dig at Zak Crawley after the batter failed to impress in the Edgbaston Test, which the hosts lost by 336 runs on Sunday (July 6). While England had mixed success with the bat, Crawley had a Test match to forget as they lost the match in the final session. According to Vaughan, Crawley is lucky to have won as many caps as he has right now, taking aim at the opener.<h2>Vaughan takes dig at Crawley</h2>"In my time watching, playing for and covering England, he is the player luckiest to have won as many caps as he has," former England captain Vaughan wrote of Crawley in Britain's Daily Telegraph.&nbsp;"He has to count himself fortunate to have played 56 games while scoring just five hundreds and averaging 31."&nbsp;&nbsp;"Crawley is so exasperating because he has the game... But he has to score more runs at the top of the order,” Vaughan added.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-ravi-shastri-lauds-coach-gautam-gambhir-for-bold-play-in-edgbaston-as-india-break-birmingham-jinx-to-level-test-series-1751871110033">IND vs ENG: Shastri lauds Gambhir for ‘bold play’ in Edgbaston as India break Birmingham jinx to level Test series</a>&nbsp;England made 407 and 271 in their both innings with Crawley scoring a combined 19 runs including a duck in the second innings. He was scalped by Mohammed Siraj in both the innings, highlighting his struggles against swing bowling. Harry Brook (158) and Jamie Smith (184) bailed England out in the first innings, but that was not the theme in the second innings.&nbsp;Needing 608 runs to win, England were never in the running to chase the massive total after Shubman Gill’s 269 followed by 161 in the second innings propelled India to safety first position. Gill and Co needed seven wickets heading into the final day, which was achieved in the final session of the play.&nbsp;&nbsp;The win sees India level the five-match series at 1-1, with the next Test match starting at Lord’s on Thursday (July 10).

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has taken a big dig at Zak Crawley after the batter failed to impress in the Edgbaston Test, which the hosts lost by 336 runs on Sunday (July 6). 

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has taken a big dig at Zak Crawley after the batter failed to impress in the Edgbaston Test, which the hosts lost by 336 runs on Sunday (July 6). While England had mixed success with the bat, Crawley had a Test match to forget as they lost the match in the final session. According to Vaughan, Crawley is lucky to have won as many caps as he has right now, taking aim at the opener. Vaughan takes dig at Crawley "In my time watching, playing for and covering England, he is the player luckiest to have won as many caps as he has," former England captain Vaughan wrote of Crawley in Britain's Daily Telegraph. "He has to count himself fortunate to have played 56 games while scoring just five hundreds and averaging 31." "Crawley is so exasperating because he has the game... But he has to score more runs at the top of the order,” Vaughan added. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG: Shastri lauds Gambhir for ‘bold play’ in Edgbaston as India break Birmingham jinx to level Test series England made 407 and 271 in their both innings with Crawley scoring a combined 19 runs including a duck in the second innings. He was scalped by Mohammed Siraj in both the innings, highlighting his struggles against swing bowling. Harry Brook (158) and Jamie Smith (184) bailed England out in the first innings, but that was not the theme in the second innings. Needing 608 runs to win, England were never in the running to chase the massive total after Shubman Gill’s 269 followed by 161 in the second innings propelled India to safety first position. Gill and Co needed seven wickets heading into the final day, which was achieved in the final session of the play. The win sees India level the five-match series at 1-1, with the next Test match starting at Lord’s on Thursday (July 10).

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has taken a big dig at Zak Crawley after the batter failed to impress in the Edgbaston Test, which the hosts lost by 336 runs on Sunday (July 6).&nbsp;

IND vs ENG: Michael Vaughan takes dig at 'lucky player' Zak Crawley after batting failure at Edgbaston

Legendary India captain MS Dhoni is celebrating his 44th birthday on Monday (July 7) as he continues to grace the game on and the off field. During his career, Dhoni played with players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and others, building great chemistry with them. Revisiting a famous quote from Virat in 2023, &nbsp;he denied Dhoni the top spot in favour of his RCB teammate AB de Villiers for the quick running between the wickets.&nbsp;<h2>When Virat Kohli chose AB de Villiers over Mahi</h2>“I’ve answered this before, AB is the fastest I’ve ever run with. The only other player I’ve had such great coordination with is MS Dhoni. I didn’t even need to call while running with them; we just understood each other," Kohli had said in 2023 while speaking on The Quick Singles.&nbsp;During a conversation with AB de Villiers on the show The Quick Singles, Virat Kohli was asked who is the fastest runner between the wickets he has ever played with. Without hesitation, Kohli named the former South African star, AB de Villiers. When AB de Villiers was asked the same question, he chose his fellow South African, Faf du Plessis.&nbsp;"Mine is controversial as well," De Villiers said.&nbsp;"He is the best runner I have run with as well, it's Faf. But he's run me out at least seven times in my career. We have had some worst misunderstandings."&nbsp;Kohli was also asked a more tricky question, who he thought was the worst runner between the wickets. With a laugh, he named Indian teammate Cheteshwar Pujara.&nbsp;"It was a Centurion Test match on the tour of 2018. He was run out in both the innings. Pujara was run-out in the first innings of the Centurion Test and I said, 'It's OK', such things happen in cricket; Cheteshwar Pujara played a shot in the second innings and called Parthiv Patel for 3rd run, Pujara himself was running towards the danger end and he got run-out again and that too by a big margin. When the replay was shown there was no one on the screen, just Quinny taking the bails off. I was like you have run yourself in the first innings how can you be so brave to take on the quickest man on the field and then not be seen in the frame when the replay is shown. I was like my god. That is the worst call I have seen in my life," Kohli explained the decision after picking Pujara.

Legendary India captain MS Dhoni will celebrate his 44th birthday on Monday (July 7) as he continues to grace the game on and the off field. Dhoni has shared the international stage with many greats like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and others, building great chemistry with them.

Legendary India captain MS Dhoni is celebrating his 44th birthday on Monday (July 7) as he continues to grace the game on and the off field. During his career, Dhoni played with players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and others, building great chemistry with them. Revisiting a famous quote from Virat in 2023, he denied Dhoni the top spot in favour of his RCB teammate AB de Villiers for the quick running between the wickets. When Virat Kohli chose AB de Villiers over Mahi “I’ve answered this before, AB is the fastest I’ve ever run with. The only other player I’ve had such great coordination with is MS Dhoni. I didn’t even need to call while running with them; we just understood each other," Kohli had said in 2023 while speaking on The Quick Singles. During a conversation with AB de Villiers on the show The Quick Singles, Virat Kohli was asked who is the fastest runner between the wickets he has ever played with. Without hesitation, Kohli named the former South African star, AB de Villiers. When AB de Villiers was asked the same question, he chose his fellow South African, Faf du Plessis. "Mine is controversial as well," De Villiers said. "He is the best runner I have run with as well, it's Faf. But he's run me out at least seven times in my career. We have had some worst misunderstandings." Kohli was also asked a more tricky question, who he thought was the worst runner between the wickets. With a laugh, he named Indian teammate Cheteshwar Pujara. "It was a Centurion Test match on the tour of 2018. He was run out in both the innings. Pujara was run-out in the first innings of the Centurion Test and I said, 'It's OK', such things happen in cricket; Cheteshwar Pujara played a shot in the second innings and called Parthiv Patel for 3rd run, Pujara himself was running towards the danger end and he got run-out again and that too by a big margin. When the replay was shown there was no one on the screen, just Quinny taking the bails off. I was like you have run yourself in the first innings how can you be so brave to take on the quickest man on the field and then not be seen in the frame when the replay is shown. I was like my god. That is the worst call I have seen in my life," Kohli explained the decision after picking Pujara.

Legendary India captain MS Dhoni is celebrating his 44th birthday on Monday (July 7) as he continues to grace the game on and the off field. Dhoni has shared the international stage with many greats like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and others, building great chemistry with them.

MS Dhoni 44th Birthday: When Virat Kohli chose AB de Villiers over Mahi as...

From Wiaan Mulder to Don Bradman, here is a look at the five highest individual scores in away Tests after South Africa took the spot by breaking Hanif Mohammad 67-year-old record. The list also features Wally Hammond and Mark Taylor as well. 

From Wiaan Mulder to Don Bradman, here is a look at the five highest individual scores in away Tests after South Africa took the spot by breaking Hanif Mohammad's 67-year-old record. The list also features Wally Hammond and Mark Taylor&nbsp;as well.&nbsp;

From Wiaan Mulder to Don Bradman, 5 highest individual scores in away Tests

South Africa batter Wiaan Mulder on 7 July 2025 joined an elite list of players against Zimbabwe as he became the captain with highest Test score in an innings. Mulder joined the likes of Brian Lara, Mahela Jayawardene as we take a look at the elite list.

South Africa batter Wiaan Mulder on 7 July 2025 joined an elite list of players against Zimbabwe as he became the captain with highest Test score in an innings. Mulder joined the likes of Brian Lara, Mahela Jayawardene as we take a look at the elite list.

From Brian Lara to Wiaan Mulder: 5 captains with highest individual scores in Test cricket history

Here is a look at the five highest individual scores in a Test innings as South African Wiaan Mulder joins an elite list of Brian Lara, Mahela Jayawardene and Matthew Hayden.

Here is a look at the five highest individual scores in a Test innings as South African Wiaan Mulder joins an elite list of Brian Lara, Mahela Jayawardene&nbsp;and Matthew Hayden.

5 Highest individual scores in a Test innings - Wiaan Mulder joins elite

England may have lost the Birmingham Test to India by 336 runs but the margin could very well have been more, even an innings loss was not out of the picture but Jamie Smith stood tall. The England wicketkeeper-batter scored a counterattacking 184 not out in the first innings and 88 in the second - a total of 272 runs out of England's match total of 677 which is about 40 per cent runs. Smith came on to bat with England five down for about 80-odd in both the innings and stopped the free fall Three Lions were going through but alas, the efforts went in vain at last.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-india-won-big-in-birmingham-but-gill-says-game-loses-its-essence-1751883483097">IND vs ENG: India won big in Birmingham but Gill says 'game loses its essence'</a>With 184 not out in the first innings, Smith now has the highest individual Test score by a wicketkeeper-batter for England. He surpassed great Alec Stewart's 173 for the record which Stewart had scored against New Zealand in 1997 at Auckland. His aggregate of 272 runs is also the highest for England as a designated wicketkeeper-batter. Smith again went past Stewart for the record who had scored 204 runs (40 and 164) against South Africa in Manchester in a 1998 Test. Smith's batting, while aggressive, was full of assurance and control which makes him even dangerous to bowl at.Against India, Smith's 184 not out in the first innings is the second highest individual Test score by a wicketkeeper-batter ever. The record of highest score by a wicketkeeper-batter against India remains intact with Zimbabwe's Andy Flower who had scored 232 not out during the Nagpur Test in 2000. Smith's aggregate of 272 in the Birmingham Test is also second most behind Flower's 287 which the latter had scored in the same Nagpur Test. Smith may have broken both these records if he had a little more support from other batters, especially in the first innings where six England batters registered a duck.

With 184 not out in the first innings, Smith now has the highest individual Test score by a wicketkeeper-batter for England. He surpassed great Alec Stewart's 173 for the record which Stewart had scored against New Zealand in 1997 at Auckland.

England may have lost the Birmingham Test to India by 336 runs but the margin could very well have been more, even an innings loss was not out of the picture but Jamie Smith stood tall. The England wicketkeeper-batter scored a counterattacking 184 not out in the first innings and 88 in the second - a total of 272 runs out of England's match total of 677 which is about 40 per cent runs. Smith came on to bat with England five down for about 80-odd in both the innings and stopped the free fall Three Lions were going through but alas, the efforts went in vain at last. Also Read - IND vs ENG: India won big in Birmingham but Gill says 'game loses its essence' With 184 not out in the first innings, Smith now has the highest individual Test score by a wicketkeeper-batter for England. He surpassed great Alec Stewart's 173 for the record which Stewart had scored against New Zealand in 1997 at Auckland. His aggregate of 272 runs is also the highest for England as a designated wicketkeeper-batter. Smith again went past Stewart for the record who had scored 204 runs (40 and 164) against South Africa in Manchester in a 1998 Test. Smith's batting, while aggressive, was full of assurance and control which makes him even dangerous to bowl at. Against India, Smith's 184 not out in the first innings is the second highest individual Test score by a wicketkeeper-batter ever. The record of highest score by a wicketkeeper-batter against India remains intact with Zimbabwe's Andy Flower who had scored 232 not out during the Nagpur Test in 2000. Smith's aggregate of 272 in the Birmingham Test is also second most behind Flower's 287 which the latter had scored in the same Nagpur Test. Smith may have broken both these records if he had a little more support from other batters, especially in the first innings where six England batters registered a duck.

The England wicketkeeper-batter scored a counterattacking 184 not out in the first innings and 88 in the second - a total of 272 runs out of England's match total of 677 which is about 40 per cent runs.

England lost big in Birmingham but Jamie Smith stood tall and broke THIS 20th century record

Sourav Ganguly, also known as ‘Dada’ is one of India's most respected cricketers and a former national team captain. The former president of the BCCI has earned a lot of money through cricket matches, brand deals and other investments. Here's a look at his income, important assets, brand deals and career journey.&nbsp;Net worth&nbsp;Ganguly’s total net worth is estimated to be around ₹700 crore (around $85 million). He owns several properties in cities like London, Kolkata and other important locations in India.&nbsp;IPL income&nbsp;The 52-year-old has been part of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and the Pune Warriors India (PWI) in his five-year IPL career, and he has earned around Rs 16.79 crore playing in the cash-rich league.&nbsp;Also Read - Mohammed Shami net worth, salary and endorsement deals: Check how rich the Indian speedster is&nbsp;Brand endorsements&nbsp;Even though he retired from international cricket years ago, Ganguly remains a top choice for many brands. He currently promotes several well-known brands. These include:<ul><li>MyCircle11</li><li>Bandhan Bank</li><li>Dabur Chyawanprash</li><li>Coca-Cola's Kinley</li><li>Mankind Pharma</li></ul>Assets and properties&nbsp;<ul><li>&nbsp;Home - Ganguly lives in a luxurious home in Kolkata, valued at around ₹7 crore.</li><li>Real estate - &nbsp;He also owns a fancy 2BHK apartment in London, showing his interest in smart investments.</li><li>Business investments - Ganguly has invested in several businesses, including a digital entertainment startup named 'Flickstree' and an edtech company called 'Classplus'.</li><li>Luxury cars - He owns a collection of six luxury cars, which includes brands like Audi, Mercedes and BMW.&nbsp;</li></ul>Career&nbsp;Sourav Ganguly made his One Day International (ODI) debut in 1992 against the West Indies. He played his last ODI in 2007 against Pakistan.&nbsp; His Test debut came in 1996 against England, and he played his final Test match in 2008 against Australia.

Sourav Ganguly, also known as ‘Dada’ is one of India's most respected cricketers and a former national team captain. The former president of the BCCI has earned a lot of money through cricket matches, brand deals and other investments. Here's a look at his investments.

Sourav Ganguly, also known as ‘Dada’ is one of India's most respected cricketers and a former national team captain. The former president of the BCCI has earned a lot of money through cricket matches, brand deals and other investments. Here's a look at his income, important assets, brand deals and career journey. Net worth Ganguly’s total net worth is estimated to be around ₹700 crore (around $85 million). He owns several properties in cities like London, Kolkata and other important locations in India. IPL income The 52-year-old has been part of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and the Pune Warriors India (PWI) in his five-year IPL career, and he has earned around Rs 16.79 crore playing in the cash-rich league. Also Read - Mohammed Shami net worth, salary and endorsement deals: Check how rich the Indian speedster is Brand endorsements Even though he retired from international cricket years ago, Ganguly remains a top choice for many brands. He currently promotes several well-known brands. These include: MyCircle11 Bandhan Bank Dabur Chyawanprash Coca-Cola's Kinley Mankind Pharma Assets and properties Home - Ganguly lives in a luxurious home in Kolkata, valued at around ₹7 crore. Real estate - He also owns a fancy 2BHK apartment in London, showing his interest in smart investments. Business investments - Ganguly has invested in several businesses, including a digital entertainment startup named 'Flickstree' and an edtech company called 'Classplus'. Luxury cars - He owns a collection of six luxury cars, which includes brands like Audi, Mercedes and BMW. Career Sourav Ganguly made his One Day International (ODI) debut in 1992 against the West Indies. He played his last ODI in 2007 against Pakistan. His Test debut came in 1996 against England, and he played his final Test match in 2008 against Australia.

Sourav Ganguly, also known as ‘Dada’ is one of India's most respected cricketers and a former national team captain. The former president of the BCCI has earned a lot of money through cricket matches, brand deals and other investments. Here's a look at his investments.

Sourav Ganguly net worth, important assets and endorsement deals: Check how rich the prince of Kolkata is

South African captain Wiaan Mulder stunned the cricketing world on Monday (July 7) after he declared the innings at an individual score of unbeaten 367 in the second Test match against Zimbabwe at Bulawayo. While the decision stunned everyone, this meant Brian Lara’s all-time record for the highest individual score in a Test innings remained intact. The Proteas batter needed just 33 runs more to achieve the improbable feat of the 400-run mark but missed out after his own decision.&nbsp;<h2>Mulder stuns cricket fraternity</h2>Having become the second South Africa batter to slam a Test triple hundred on Monday after Hashim Amla, Mulder was all set to break the all-time record for the highest individual Test score as lunch was taken at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. At that time, Mulder was batting an unbeaten 367 while South Africa were 626/5.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-ravi-shastri-lauds-coach-gautam-gambhir-for-bold-play-in-edgbaston-as-india-break-birmingham-jinx-to-level-test-series-1751871110033">IND vs ENG: Shastri lauds Gambhir for ‘bold play’ in Edgbaston as India break Birmingham jinx to level Test series</a>&nbsp;However, the umpires were notified by South Africa that they wouldn’t continue to bat and declare their innings. This meant Mulder remained unbeaten on 367, 33 runs shy of joining Lara in scoring 400 runs in a single Test match innings.&nbsp;&nbsp;This means he now seats fifth on the list of batters with the highest individual Test score after Brian Lara, Matthew Hayden and Mahela Jayawardene.<h2>Highest individual scores in a Test innings</h2>1. Brian Lara (West Indies) – 400* Runs vs England2. Matthew Hayden (Australia) – 380 Runs vs Zimbabwe3. Brian Lara (West Indies) – 375 Runs vs England4. Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka) – 374 Runs vs South Africa5. Wiaan Mulder (South Africa) – 367* Runs vs Zimbabwe&nbsp;At the time of writing, Zimbabwe were 15/3 and trailed by a massive 611 runs more against the visitors. Codi Yusuf and Corbin Bosch were at their fluent best with the ball which saw the hosts start on the backfoot.

Having become the second South Africa batter to slam a Test triple hundred on Monday after Hashim Amla, Mulder was all set to break the all-time record for the highest individual Test score as lunch was taken at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. 

South African captain Wiaan Mulder stunned the cricketing world on Monday (July 7) after he declared the innings at an individual score of unbeaten 367 in the second Test match against Zimbabwe at Bulawayo. While the decision stunned everyone, this meant Brian Lara’s all-time record for the highest individual score in a Test innings remained intact. The Proteas batter needed just 33 runs more to achieve the improbable feat of the 400-run mark but missed out after his own decision. Mulder stuns cricket fraternity Having become the second South Africa batter to slam a Test triple hundred on Monday after Hashim Amla, Mulder was all set to break the all-time record for the highest individual Test score as lunch was taken at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. At that time, Mulder was batting an unbeaten 367 while South Africa were 626/5. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG: Shastri lauds Gambhir for ‘bold play’ in Edgbaston as India break Birmingham jinx to level Test series However, the umpires were notified by South Africa that they wouldn’t continue to bat and declare their innings. This meant Mulder remained unbeaten on 367, 33 runs shy of joining Lara in scoring 400 runs in a single Test match innings. This means he now seats fifth on the list of batters with the highest individual Test score after Brian Lara, Matthew Hayden and Mahela Jayawardene. Highest individual scores in a Test innings 1. Brian Lara (West Indies) – 400* Runs vs England 2. Matthew Hayden (Australia) – 380 Runs vs Zimbabwe 3. Brian Lara (West Indies) – 375 Runs vs England 4. Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka) – 374 Runs vs South Africa 5. Wiaan Mulder (South Africa) – 367* Runs vs Zimbabwe At the time of writing, Zimbabwe were 15/3 and trailed by a massive 611 runs more against the visitors. Codi Yusuf and Corbin Bosch were at their fluent best with the ball which saw the hosts start on the backfoot.

Having become the second South Africa batter to slam a Test triple hundred on Monday after Hashim Amla, Mulder was all set to break the all-time record for the highest individual Test score as lunch was taken at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.&nbsp;

Wiaan Mulder declares innings at individual score of unbeaten 367; Lara's all-time record remains intact

MS Dhoni has turned a year older. The great Indian and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain has already retired from international cricket for over five years now but continues to ply his trade in the cash-rich Indian Premier League. Known for his power-hitting, dashing style of play, match awareness, critical decision-making and more, Dhoni, 44, also made his jersey No. 7 famous worldwide. On his birthday, let's have a look at his connection with the number seven and how it etched its name in history books.&nbsp;Dhoni is India’s most successful captain ever. He has won all three ICC white-ball trophies as an Indian skipper, apart from leading them to the ranked number one position for the first time in Tests in 2009. India won two Asia Cup titles under MS Dhoni, while he won his third in 2018, but as a player.<h3>Dhoni and why he chose number 7 as his jersey number? &nbsp;</h3>MS Dhoni’s jersey number is seven. He has his reasons for having that number behind his back, and how it transformed his fortune and helped him become the mega star he is today. So, why of all the numbers did he choose the number seven?&nbsp; &nbsp;Dhoni explained it during an event a couple of years ago.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/m-dhoni-birthday-from-2011-world-cup-winning-six-to-consecutive-ipl-titles-top-5-cricketing-moments-of-career-1751868610189">From 2011 World Cup winning six to consecutive IPL titles, top 5 cricketing moments of MS Dhoni's career</a> &nbsp;As the number suggests, he was born on July 7, which is the seventh day of the seventh month in the calendar year, making it evident. Also, his birth year is 1981 (81’), which, per him, also makes it seven (8-1), giving him another reason. &nbsp;"That is the time or day my parents decided I would come on earth," MS Dhoni said during the promotional event. "So, I was born on the 7th of July. So July is again the seventh month. 81 was the year, so 8-1 = 7. So it was very easy for me to go out there when they asked me, 'Okay, what number do you want'.” &nbsp;Meanwhile, the number seven jersey is perhaps the most sold-out jersey in Indian Cricket, with the fans going gaga over purchasing it every time an IPL season comes around. Even when he wore the number seven jersey playing for India, its sales peaked.&nbsp; &nbsp;The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI), however, has retired number seven (jersey), alongside Sachin Tendulkar’s 10 number jersey, in their honour. &nbsp;Wearing the number seven jersey, Dhoni tasted enormous success both on and off the field. While his cricketing records, accolades and anecdotes are cherished and talked about in daily life, the fortune he earns from brand deals, advertisements and countless other means is enormous, making him the most marketable Indian athlete across all sports.

Dhoni has won all three ICC white-ball trophies as an Indian skipper, apart from leading them to the ranked number one position for the first time in Tests in 2009.

MS Dhoni has turned a year older. The great Indian and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain has already retired from international cricket for over five years now but continues to ply his trade in the cash-rich Indian Premier League. Known for his power-hitting, dashing style of play, match awareness, critical decision-making and more, Dhoni, 44, also made his jersey No. 7 famous worldwide. On his birthday, let's have a look at his connection with the number seven and how it etched its name in history books. Dhoni is India’s most successful captain ever. He has won all three ICC white-ball trophies as an Indian skipper, apart from leading them to the ranked number one position for the first time in Tests in 2009. India won two Asia Cup titles under MS Dhoni, while he won his third in 2018, but as a player. Dhoni and why he chose number 7 as his jersey number? MS Dhoni’s jersey number is seven. He has his reasons for having that number behind his back, and how it transformed his fortune and helped him become the mega star he is today. So, why of all the numbers did he choose the number seven? Dhoni explained it during an event a couple of years ago. Also read | From 2011 World Cup winning six to consecutive IPL titles, top 5 cricketing moments of MS Dhoni's career As the number suggests, he was born on July 7, which is the seventh day of the seventh month in the calendar year, making it evident. Also, his birth year is 1981 (81’), which, per him, also makes it seven (8-1), giving him another reason. "That is the time or day my parents decided I would come on earth," MS Dhoni said during the promotional event. "So, I was born on the 7th of July. So July is again the seventh month. 81 was the year, so 8-1 = 7. So it was very easy for me to go out there when they asked me, 'Okay, what number do you want'.” Meanwhile, the number seven jersey is perhaps the most sold-out jersey in Indian Cricket, with the fans going gaga over purchasing it every time an IPL season comes around. Even when he wore the number seven jersey playing for India, its sales peaked. The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI), however, has retired number seven (jersey), alongside Sachin Tendulkar’s 10 number jersey, in their honour. Wearing the number seven jersey, Dhoni tasted enormous success both on and off the field. While his cricketing records, accolades and anecdotes are cherished and talked about in daily life, the fortune he earns from brand deals, advertisements and countless other means is enormous, making him the most marketable Indian athlete across all sports.

Dhoni has won all three ICC white-ball trophies as an Indian skipper, apart from leading them to the ranked number one position for the first time in Tests in 2009.

MS Dhoni's Birthday! How 'Thala' made 'Number 7' popular among fans

India Test skipper Shuman Gill conceded that flat pitches combined with dukes ball which go soft quickly cause Test cricket to lose its essence in England. The statement came after India registered their first ever win in Birmingham and levelled the three-Test series 1-1. India scored in excess of 1,000 runs in the Test match but it was their bowlers who picked up wickets with the new balls to leave England on the mat. Gill himself scored 430 runs in the Test - the most by an Indian batter in a Test.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-ravi-shastri-lauds-coach-gautam-gambhir-for-bold-play-in-edgbaston-as-india-break-birmingham-jinx-to-level-test-series-1751871110033">IND vs ENG: Shastri lauds Gambhir for ‘bold play’ in Edgbaston as India break Birmingham jinx to level Test series</a>"It gets very difficult for the bowlers," Gill said about conditions at the post match press conference. "Even more than the [pitch], the ball is going soft and out of shape very quickly. I don't know what it is - weather, [pitches] or whatever - but it gets very difficult for the bowlers to get wickets in these conditions. As a team, when you know it is difficult to get wickets and runs are coming easily, a lot of things are out of your control."I think there should be a little help at least. If the ball is doing something, you enjoy playing. If you know there is only 20 overs of any help and then you have to spend the rest of the day on the defensive, thinking how to stop runs, then the game loses its essence," he added.England skipper Ben Stokes also echoed the same views after a mammoth 336-run loss. Stokes also rued the decision to asking India to bat first despite winning the toss - the only time they were ahead of India in the Test.“To be honest, it’s probably ended up being more of a subcontinent pitch as it got deeper and deeper into the game. There was certainly a little bit in it to start off with, and I think we exposed that very very well early on,” said the English skipper.The third Test of the five-match series will be played at Lord's in London from July 10.

England skipper Ben Stokes also echoed the same views after a mammoth 336-run loss. Stokes also rued the decision to asking India to bat first despite winning the toss - the only time they were ahead of India in the Test.

India Test skipper Shuman Gill conceded that flat pitches combined with dukes ball which go soft quickly cause Test cricket to lose its essence in England. The statement came after India registered their first ever win in Birmingham and levelled the three-Test series 1-1. India scored in excess of 1,000 runs in the Test match but it was their bowlers who picked up wickets with the new balls to leave England on the mat. Gill himself scored 430 runs in the Test - the most by an Indian batter in a Test. Also Read - IND vs ENG: Shastri lauds Gambhir for ‘bold play’ in Edgbaston as India break Birmingham jinx to level Test series "It gets very difficult for the bowlers," Gill said about conditions at the post match press conference. "Even more than the [pitch], the ball is going soft and out of shape very quickly. I don't know what it is - weather, [pitches] or whatever - but it gets very difficult for the bowlers to get wickets in these conditions. As a team, when you know it is difficult to get wickets and runs are coming easily, a lot of things are out of your control. "I think there should be a little help at least. If the ball is doing something, you enjoy playing. If you know there is only 20 overs of any help and then you have to spend the rest of the day on the defensive, thinking how to stop runs, then the game loses its essence," he added. England skipper Ben Stokes also echoed the same views after a mammoth 336-run loss. Stokes also rued the decision to asking India to bat first despite winning the toss - the only time they were ahead of India in the Test. “To be honest, it’s probably ended up being more of a subcontinent pitch as it got deeper and deeper into the game. There was certainly a little bit in it to start off with, and I think we exposed that very very well early on,” said the English skipper. The third Test of the five-match series will be played at Lord's in London from July 10.

“If the ball is doing something, you enjoy playing. If you know there is only 20 overs of any help and then you have to spend the rest of the day on the defensive, thinking how to stop runs, then the game loses its essence,” Said Gill after India won in Birmingham.

IND vs ENG: India won big in Birmingham but Gill says 'game loses its essence'

MS Dhoni, also known as Captain Cool or Mahi is one of the most famous cricketers in the world. His calm mind, smart leadership and powerful hard-hitting batting made him a true legend. Let us have a look at five unforgettable cricket moments in his career ahead of his 44th birthday. 

MS Dhoni, also known as Captain Cool or Mahi is one of the most famous cricketers in the world. His calm mind, smart leadership and powerful hard-hitting batting made him a true legend. Let's have a look at five unforgettable cricket moments in his career ahead of his 44th birthday.&nbsp;

From 2011 World Cup winning six to consecutive IPL titles, top 5 cricketing moments of MS Dhoni's career

The first edition of the World Club Championship will feature only five teams, with no mention of any Indian Premier League team's participation. In a massive blow for IPL 20245 winners, they will not participate in the inaugural edition. Although the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) supports this tournament idea, they are unlikely to have a team representing them. Besides, India's neighbour, Pakistan, may also be sidelined from the upcoming World Club T20 Championship, expected to begin in 2026. According to the sources, the team that wins the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is unlikely to be invited to the tournament. The event is being planned quickly with the support of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and its chairman, Jay Shah.&nbsp;“The Pakistan Cricket Board was invited to send its CEO of the PSL for a meeting held on the sidelines of the cricket connect meeting in London last month, but no one showed up,” the source said.&nbsp;The meeting was organised by the England and Wales Cricket Board and supported by the ICC. CEOs from major T20 leagues such as the Big Bash League (BBL), The Hundred, South Africa's Premier T20 Cricket League (SA20), Major League Cricket (MLC) and Caribbean Premier League (CPL) were all present.&nbsp;Also Check - Mohammed Shami net worth, salary and endorsement deals: Check how rich the Indian speedster is&nbsp;Pakistan was also invited, but no one represented them at the meeting, the source confirmed.&nbsp;“Discussions were held on the proposed World Clubs Championship, its window, format, schedule etc. (The) CEOs of the Emirates League, Big Bash League, The Hundred, SA20, MLC, Caribbean Premier League etc attended the meeting. Pakistan was also invited,” he confirmed.&nbsp;The recent meeting also discussed important topics like setting fixed dates for tournaments and ensuring overseas players get No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to participate.

The latest reports suggest that the first edition of the World Clubs Championship will feature five teams, with no mention of any Indian Premier League team's participation.

The first edition of the World Club Championship will feature only five teams, with no mention of any Indian Premier League team's participation. In a massive blow for IPL 20245 winners, they will not participate in the inaugural edition. Although the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) supports this tournament idea, they are unlikely to have a team representing them. Besides, India's neighbour, Pakistan, may also be sidelined from the upcoming World Club T20 Championship, expected to begin in 2026. According to the sources, the team that wins the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is unlikely to be invited to the tournament. The event is being planned quickly with the support of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and its chairman, Jay Shah. “The Pakistan Cricket Board was invited to send its CEO of the PSL for a meeting held on the sidelines of the cricket connect meeting in London last month, but no one showed up,” the source said. The meeting was organised by the England and Wales Cricket Board and supported by the ICC. CEOs from major T20 leagues such as the Big Bash League (BBL), The Hundred, South Africa's Premier T20 Cricket League (SA20), Major League Cricket (MLC) and Caribbean Premier League (CPL) were all present. Also Check - Mohammed Shami net worth, salary and endorsement deals: Check how rich the Indian speedster is Pakistan was also invited, but no one represented them at the meeting, the source confirmed. “Discussions were held on the proposed World Clubs Championship, its window, format, schedule etc. (The) CEOs of the Emirates League, Big Bash League, The Hundred, SA20, MLC, Caribbean Premier League etc attended the meeting. Pakistan was also invited,” he confirmed. The recent meeting also discussed important topics like setting fixed dates for tournaments and ensuring overseas players get No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to participate.

The latest reports suggest that the first edition of the World Clubs Championship will feature five teams, with no mention of any Indian Premier League team's participation.

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England captain Ben Stokes feels that the Edgbaston pitch used in the just-concluded second Test against India acted like subcontinental as the game progressed, facing flak on social media for igniting the blame game after his team’s embarrassing 336-run beating. England won the toss and decided to bowl first - a decision they regretted, as also echoed by team coach Brendon McCullum after the game that ended late on day five. While 1632 runs were scored on that 'flat Edgbaston pitch' across four innings, which included three centuries from as many different batters, and also a double hundred, the social media mocked Stokes for his poor assessment.&nbsp;Stokes’ England was never in the game, not even from the beginning. Despite removing KL Rahul early on day one, they lagged throughout, with Indian captain Shubman Gill punishing them across both innings. While his career-best 269 in the first innings broke multiple records, also propelling Team India to a mammoth 587, his second-inning hundred was the one that took the game away from England.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-ravi-shastri-lauds-coach-gautam-gambhir-for-bold-play-in-edgbaston-as-india-break-birmingham-jinx-to-level-test-series-1751871110033">IND vs ENG: Shastri lauds Gambhir for ‘bold play’ in Edgbaston as India break Birmingham jinx to level Test series</a> &nbsp;Even English batters enjoyed scoring runs in Birmingham, with Harry Brook and Jamie Smith stitching a 300-plus run-stand for the sixth wicket in the first innings, but failed to replicate the same in the final innings, as England got all out on 271. Stokes, however, scored just 33 runs across both innings, failing to contribute with the bat in this series thus far. &nbsp;“To be honest, it’s probably ended up being more of a subcontinent pitch as it got deeper and deeper into the game. There was certainly a little bit in it to start off with, and I think we exposed that very very well early on,” Stokes said during a chat with Test Match Special.&nbsp; &nbsp;“Then just as it sort of got deeper and deeper, it just became a real tough slug for us and obviously with the Indian attack and the conditions that they’re used to, they were sort of used to and knew sort of how to expose those conditions just sort of a little bit better than us and that can happen sometimes. But yeah, it’s nothing to be too disheartened about. We can take being out-skilled, and we’ve certainly been out-skilled this week,” the English skipper continued. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Team India’s win at Edgbaston was their maiden Test victory at this venue in nine outings thus far. With the five-match series now tied at 1-1, the action moves to Lord’s in London for the third Test starting next Thursday (Jul 10).&nbsp;&nbsp;Check some internet posts -

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Only two wickets for Indian spinners in two innings. Quite interesting to call it a sub-continental pitch. <a href="https://t.co/76yNClvZa5">https://t.co/76yNClvZa5</a>&mdash; Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketaakash/status/1941968368552366271?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ENGvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ENGvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/B0O27kaODp">https://t.co/B0O27kaODp</a> <a href="https://t.co/kpypX5M4FK">pic.twitter.com/kpypX5M4FK</a>&mdash; TexasCricketCommentor (@CricketKaran1) <a href="https://twitter.com/CricketKaran1/status/1942011214151684457?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Aren’t the pitch curators from England ? <a href="https://t.co/ucctEmFuga">https://t.co/ucctEmFuga</a>&mdash; Prasanna (@prasannalara) <a href="https://twitter.com/prasannalara/status/1942075013877674089?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">You custom ordered that pitch Ben. There isn&#39;t a single pitch in sub-continent in last decade (forget pitches in Pakistan) that behaved like the Edgbaston pitch over 5 days. It&#39;s an absolute disgrace to talk about pitch and bringing in &quot;sub-continent&quot; into the discussion. <a href="https://t.co/BuyKxtADnV">https://t.co/BuyKxtADnV</a>&mdash; cricBC (@cricBC) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricBC/status/1941922743211249820?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">• Prepare flat pitches on purpose • Get outplayed by the opponent • Blame the pitch, weather, AQI etc Bazball 101 <a href="https://t.co/iAegOSQE1v">https://t.co/iAegOSQE1v</a>&mdash; Zucker Doctor (@DoctorLFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/DoctorLFC/status/1942035912361214275?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

While 1632 runs were scored on that 'flat Edgbaston pitch' across four innings, which included three centuries from as many different batters, and also a double hundred, the social media mocked Stokes for his poor assessment.

England captain Ben Stokes feels that the Edgbaston pitch used in the just-concluded second Test against India acted like subcontinental as the game progressed, facing flak on social media for igniting the blame game after his team’s embarrassing 336-run beating. England won the toss and decided to bowl first - a decision they regretted, as also echoed by team coach Brendon McCullum after the game that ended late on day five. While 1632 runs were scored on that 'flat Edgbaston pitch' across four innings, which included three centuries from as many different batters, and also a double hundred, the social media mocked Stokes for his poor assessment. Stokes’ England was never in the game, not even from the beginning. Despite removing KL Rahul early on day one, they lagged throughout, with Indian captain Shubman Gill punishing them across both innings. While his career-best 269 in the first innings broke multiple records, also propelling Team India to a mammoth 587, his second-inning hundred was the one that took the game away from England. Also read | IND vs ENG: Shastri lauds Gambhir for ‘bold play’ in Edgbaston as India break Birmingham jinx to level Test series Even English batters enjoyed scoring runs in Birmingham, with Harry Brook and Jamie Smith stitching a 300-plus run-stand for the sixth wicket in the first innings, but failed to replicate the same in the final innings, as England got all out on 271. Stokes, however, scored just 33 runs across both innings, failing to contribute with the bat in this series thus far. “To be honest, it’s probably ended up being more of a subcontinent pitch as it got deeper and deeper into the game. There was certainly a little bit in it to start off with, and I think we exposed that very very well early on,” Stokes said during a chat with Test Match Special. “Then just as it sort of got deeper and deeper, it just became a real tough slug for us and obviously with the Indian attack and the conditions that they’re used to, they were sort of used to and knew sort of how to expose those conditions just sort of a little bit better than us and that can happen sometimes. But yeah, it’s nothing to be too disheartened about. We can take being out-skilled, and we’ve certainly been out-skilled this week,” the English skipper continued. Meanwhile, Team India’s win at Edgbaston was their maiden Test victory at this venue in nine outings thus far. With the five-match series now tied at 1-1, the action moves to Lord’s in London for the third Test starting next Thursday (Jul 10). Check some internet posts -

While 1632 runs were scored on that 'flat Edgbaston pitch' across four innings, which included three centuries from as many different batters, and also a double hundred, the social media mocked Stokes for his poor assessment.

Ben Stokes throws Edgbaston pitch in mud after 336-run beating, calls it ‘more like sub-continent’; faces flak

India enjoyed a historic outing on Sunday (July 6) after they England by 336 runs to register their maiden win at Edgbaston in a Test match with Shubman Gill and Akash Deep playing a key role. The latter’s role became vital as India were able to bowl out the English side in the final session of Day 5. However, it was the background story of Akash Deep that melted the internet as his sister Akhand Jyoti Singh struggled with cancer.&nbsp;&nbsp;Akash Deep played a key role in India’s win on Sunday having scalped a 10-wicket haul for the first time in his career. After the win, his sister opened up on the performance and stated “it is a matter of pride” as she continues to receive treatment for cancer.<h2>Akash Deep’s sister sends strong message</h2>"It is a matter of pride for India - he has taken 10 wickets. Before the England tour, we went to meet him at the airport. I told him, 'I’m absolutely fine, don’t worry about me, just do well for the country.' I am in the third stage (of cancer), and the doctor has said the treatment will go on for six more months, after which we’ll see," Akash Deep's sister said in an interview with India Today.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-ravi-shastri-lauds-coach-gautam-gambhir-for-bold-play-in-edgbaston-as-india-break-birmingham-jinx-to-level-test-series-1751871110033">IND vs ENG: Shastri lauds Gambhir for ‘bold play’ in Edgbaston as India break Birmingham jinx to level Test series</a>&nbsp;Before the series began, it was reported that the Indian pacer was finding it hard to manage time on-field due to his sister’s medical struggles. However, he has overcome that period and helped India win the Edgbaston Test, which was the nation’s first in the eight attempts.&nbsp;&nbsp;Needing 608 runs to win, England were never in the running to chase the massive total after Shubman Gill’s 269 followed by 161 in the second innings propelled India to safety first position. Gill and Co needed seven wickets heading into the final day, which was achieved in the final session of the play.&nbsp;&nbsp;The win sees India level the five-match series at 1-1, with the next Test match starting at Lord’s on Thursday (July 10).

India enjoyed a historic outing on Sunday (July 6) after they England by 336 runs to register their maiden win at Edgbaston in a Test match with Shubman Gill and Akash Deep playing a key role. 

India enjoyed a historic outing on Sunday (July 6) after they England by 336 runs to register their maiden win at Edgbaston in a Test match with Shubman Gill and Akash Deep playing a key role. The latter’s role became vital as India were able to bowl out the English side in the final session of Day 5. However, it was the background story of Akash Deep that melted the internet as his sister Akhand Jyoti Singh struggled with cancer. Akash Deep played a key role in India’s win on Sunday having scalped a 10-wicket haul for the first time in his career. After the win, his sister opened up on the performance and stated “it is a matter of pride” as she continues to receive treatment for cancer. Akash Deep’s sister sends strong message "It is a matter of pride for India - he has taken 10 wickets. Before the England tour, we went to meet him at the airport. I told him, 'I’m absolutely fine, don’t worry about me, just do well for the country.' I am in the third stage (of cancer), and the doctor has said the treatment will go on for six more months, after which we’ll see," Akash Deep's sister said in an interview with India Today. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG: Shastri lauds Gambhir for ‘bold play’ in Edgbaston as India break Birmingham jinx to level Test series Before the series began, it was reported that the Indian pacer was finding it hard to manage time on-field due to his sister’s medical struggles. However, he has overcome that period and helped India win the Edgbaston Test, which was the nation’s first in the eight attempts. Needing 608 runs to win, England were never in the running to chase the massive total after Shubman Gill’s 269 followed by 161 in the second innings propelled India to safety first position. Gill and Co needed seven wickets heading into the final day, which was achieved in the final session of the play. The win sees India level the five-match series at 1-1, with the next Test match starting at Lord’s on Thursday (July 10).

India enjoyed a historic outing on Sunday (July 6) after they England by 336 runs to register their maiden win at Edgbaston in a Test match with Shubman Gill and Akash Deep playing a key role.&nbsp;

'Just do well for country,' Akash Deep's sister sends strong message to India quick after Edgbaston heroics

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