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Lionel Messi rediscovered his scoring touch with two goals as Inter Miami bounced back from defeat to complete a 5-1 drubbing of the New York Red Bulls in Major League Soccer on Saturday.&nbsp;Messi's red-hot season was rocked on Wednesday as Miami stumbled to a 3-0 defeat against FC Cincinnati.&nbsp;But the Argentinian superstar was back to his inspired best as Miami turned on the style at the Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey to record an emphatic victory.The Red Bulls had threatened to deliver another upset after Alexander Hack bundled home a 14th-minute opener to fire the hosts into an early lead.&nbsp;But Messi swiftly orchestrated Inter Miami's recovery from that setback, providing a sublime pass to set up former Barcelona team-mate Jordi Alba's equaliser in the 24th minute.&nbsp;Messi then combined with Alba for Miami's second goal, producing another brilliant pass to pick out the Spaniard, who crossed for Telasco Segovia to prod home on 27 minutes.Segovia then swept in his second of the night deep into first-half stoppage time to leave Miami firmly in control.&nbsp;Messi then took over in the second half as Miami cut loose.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/after-antony-jadon-sancho-is-bryan-mbeumo-another-recipe-for-disaster-at-manchester-united-1752911099993">After Antony, Jadon Sancho is Bryan Mbeumo another recipe for disaster at Manchester United?</a>&nbsp;A majestic through ball by another former Barcelona team-mate, Sergio Busquets, sent the Argentine World Cup-winner racing through on goal in the 60th minute.&nbsp;Messi took his time and coolly feinted to wrongfoot Red Bulls goalkeeper Carlos Coronel before tucking away the finish for 4-1.&nbsp;Another Barcelona old boys combination delivered Messi's second. Luis Suarez crossed from the left and Messi controlled on the edge of the six-yard box to send a thumping finish past Coronel.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Lionel Messi rediscovered his scoring touch with two goals as Inter Miami bounced back from defeat to complete a 5-1 drubbing of the New York Red Bulls in Major League Soccer on Saturday.

Lionel Messi rediscovered his scoring touch with two goals as Inter Miami bounced back from defeat to complete a 5-1 drubbing of the New York Red Bulls in Major League Soccer on Saturday. Messi's red-hot season was rocked on Wednesday as Miami stumbled to a 3-0 defeat against FC Cincinnati. But the Argentinian superstar was back to his inspired best as Miami turned on the style at the Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey to record an emphatic victory. The Red Bulls had threatened to deliver another upset after Alexander Hack bundled home a 14th-minute opener to fire the hosts into an early lead. But Messi swiftly orchestrated Inter Miami's recovery from that setback, providing a sublime pass to set up former Barcelona team-mate Jordi Alba's equaliser in the 24th minute. Messi then combined with Alba for Miami's second goal, producing another brilliant pass to pick out the Spaniard, who crossed for Telasco Segovia to prod home on 27 minutes. Segovia then swept in his second of the night deep into first-half stoppage time to leave Miami firmly in control. Messi then took over in the second half as Miami cut loose. ALSO READ | After Antony, Jadon Sancho is Bryan Mbeumo another recipe for disaster at Manchester United? A majestic through ball by another former Barcelona team-mate, Sergio Busquets, sent the Argentine World Cup-winner racing through on goal in the 60th minute. Messi took his time and coolly feinted to wrongfoot Red Bulls goalkeeper Carlos Coronel before tucking away the finish for 4-1. Another Barcelona old boys combination delivered Messi's second. Luis Suarez crossed from the left and Messi controlled on the edge of the six-yard box to send a thumping finish past Coronel. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Lionel Messi rediscovered his scoring touch with two goals as Inter Miami bounced back from defeat to complete a 5-1 drubbing of the New York Red Bulls in Major League Soccer on Saturday.

MLS: Lionel Messi at double as Inter Miami bounce back against Red Bulls

Team India will have their eyes set on the Manchester Test as they search for parity in the five-match Test series against hosts England. Ahead of the huge contest, the Indian team management has reportedly added Anshul Kamboj to the squad amid injury concerns to Arshdeep Singh. India currently trail 1-2 in the series, at least needing a draw at Old Trafford to keep the series alive.&nbsp;<h2>India add Anshul Kamboj to squad</h2>According to a report from India Today, Kamboj will be part of the Indian squad, having represented India A last month before the series began. He will join the Indian squad for the Manchester Test, which starts on Wednesday, as the management wants to avoid any last-moment tussle with injuries. Jasprit Bumrah is likely to be rested for the Test match due to workload management, with Arshdeep Singh and Prasidh Krishna in frame for a place in the Playing XI.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, Kamboj, who represented Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League, will now be in the frame for a spot in the Playing XI. Kamboj bagged eight wickets in the season from as many games at an average of 21.50 and an economy of 8.&nbsp;&nbsp;He came into the limelight during the Ranji Trophy contest between Haryana and Kerala, having achieved a rare feat of picking 10 wickets in an innings while playing in Rohtak. He became just the third bowler to achieve the rare 10-wicket haul feat in the Ranji Trophy, ending with figures of 49/10. &nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/after-antony-jadon-sancho-is-bryan-mbeumo-another-recipe-for-disaster-at-manchester-united-1752911099993">After Antony, Jadon Sancho is Bryan Mbeumo another recipe for disaster at Manchester United?</a><h2>Is India ready to level series?</h2>Having lost two close contests in the series already, the Indian team will take plenty of heart going into the fourth Test. India lost by 22 runs at Lord’s and were unable to defend 371 runs at Headingley. A win for India at Old Trafford will see the series head into a decider at the Oval, while a draw will keep the series alive. However, a defeat for the visitors will see them concede the series 3-1 with one match remaining.

Ahead of the huge contest, the Indian team management has reportedly added Anshul Kamboj to the squad amid injury concerns to Arshdeep Singh.

Team India will have their eyes set on the Manchester Test as they search for parity in the five-match Test series against hosts England. Ahead of the huge contest, the Indian team management has reportedly added Anshul Kamboj to the squad amid injury concerns to Arshdeep Singh. India currently trail 1-2 in the series, at least needing a draw at Old Trafford to keep the series alive. India add Anshul Kamboj to squad According to a report from India Today, Kamboj will be part of the Indian squad, having represented India A last month before the series began. He will join the Indian squad for the Manchester Test, which starts on Wednesday, as the management wants to avoid any last-moment tussle with injuries. Jasprit Bumrah is likely to be rested for the Test match due to workload management, with Arshdeep Singh and Prasidh Krishna in frame for a place in the Playing XI. However, Kamboj, who represented Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League, will now be in the frame for a spot in the Playing XI. Kamboj bagged eight wickets in the season from as many games at an average of 21.50 and an economy of 8. He came into the limelight during the Ranji Trophy contest between Haryana and Kerala, having achieved a rare feat of picking 10 wickets in an innings while playing in Rohtak. He became just the third bowler to achieve the rare 10-wicket haul feat in the Ranji Trophy, ending with figures of 49/10. ALSO READ | After Antony, Jadon Sancho is Bryan Mbeumo another recipe for disaster at Manchester United? Is India ready to level series? Having lost two close contests in the series already, the Indian team will take plenty of heart going into the fourth Test. India lost by 22 runs at Lord’s and were unable to defend 371 runs at Headingley. A win for India at Old Trafford will see the series head into a decider at the Oval, while a draw will keep the series alive. However, a defeat for the visitors will see them concede the series 3-1 with one match remaining.

Ahead of the huge contest, the Indian team management has reportedly added Anshul Kamboj to the squad amid injury concerns to Arshdeep Singh.

IND vs ENG: Seamer Anshul Kamboj roped in as cover amid injury concerns to Arshdeep Singh - Report

Indian Champions’ star names, such as Shikhar Dhawan and Harbhajan Singh, have withdrawn from the Indian Champions contest against Pakistan Champions in the World Championship of Legends (WCL). The news broke in the early hours of Sunday (July 20) as the fixture between the Indian Champions and the Pakistan Champions at Edgbaston has now been called off in the WCL 2025. The oragnisers issued an apology for the same, respecting the players' decision amid poor diplomatic ties between India and Pakistan after the recent Pahalgam terror attack.

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<h2>Indian players withdraw from WCL clash</h2>“Dear All, We at WCL have always cherished and loved cricket, and our only aim has been to give fans some good, happy moments. After hearing the news that the Pakistan hockey team will be coming to India this year, and seeing the recent India vs Pakistan volleyball match along with a few other fixtures between the two nations in different sports, we thought of continuing with the India vs Pakistan match at WCL - just to create some happy memories for people around the globe,” WCL organisers said in a statement.&nbsp;The diplomatic ties between India and Pakistan are at an all-time low after the recent Pahalgam terror attack in April, killing at least 26 innocent Indians by Pakistani terrorists. Since then, tensions between India and Pakistan escalated, even leading to Operation Sindoor.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/after-antony-jadon-sancho-is-bryan-mbeumo-another-recipe-for-disaster-at-manchester-united-1752911099993">After Antony, Jadon Sancho is Bryan Mbeumo another recipe for disaster at Manchester United?</a>&nbsp;With fan outrage to boycott Pakistan matches, Indian players like Harbhajan Singh, opener Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina and all-rounder Yusuf Pathan reportedly withdrew from the contest just hours before it was supposed to take place in Birmingham. Despite serving treat to cricket fans all over the world, the decision was respected by the organisers who issued the apology to the fans.&nbsp;&nbsp;It is not yet clear how the points table will reflect and what happens if both India and Pakistan meet in the final, as the organisers face a tough time fixing the issue.

Indian Champions’ star names, such as Shikhar Dhawan and Harbhajan Singh, have withdrawn from the Indian Champions contest against Pakistan Champions in the World Championship of Legends (WCL).

Indian Champions’ star names, such as Shikhar Dhawan and Harbhajan Singh, have withdrawn from the Indian Champions contest against Pakistan Champions in the World Championship of Legends (WCL). The news broke in the early hours of Sunday (July 20) as the fixture between the Indian Champions and the Pakistan Champions at Edgbaston has now been called off in the WCL 2025. The oragnisers issued an apology for the same, respecting the players' decision amid poor diplomatic ties between India and Pakistan after the recent Pahalgam terror attack.

Indian Champions’ star names, such as Shikhar Dhawan and Harbhajan Singh, have withdrawn from the Indian Champions contest against Pakistan Champions in the World Championship of Legends (WCL).

IND vs PAK, WCL 2025: Indian players withdraw from high-voltage clash amid diplomatic row, organisers apologise

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From Real Madrid to Barcelona, have a look at the top five valuable teams in the world. These five teams closely have a value of $30 billion altogether.(Disclaimer: The data is sourced from Forbes.)

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From Joe Root to Ricky Ponting, meet the five youngest batters to score 10,000 runs in Test cricket. These give were absolute legends of the game. 10,000 runs in Test matches is a major milestone and only 15 batters have achieved it.

From Joe Root to Ricky Ponting, meet the five youngest batters to score 10,000 runs in Test cricket. These give were absolute legends of the game. 10,000 runs in Test matches is a major milestone and only 15 batters have achieved it.

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From National Football League to Indian Premier League, have a glance at the top five richest sporting leagues in terms of revenue. 

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From National Football League to Indian Premier League, have a glance at the top five richest sporting leagues in terms of revenue.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: The information has been gathered from different sources and denotes an approximate value.)

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The latest chapter in the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is all set to take place in Edgbaston as Indian Champions and Pakistan Champions go head-to-head in the World Championship of Legends 2025. The tournament kickstarted on Friday (July 18) with &nbsp;Pakistan Champions beating hosts England Champions by five runs. However, the focus now turns to the big encounter between India and Pakitsan in the WCL.&nbsp;&nbsp;This match will be the fourth game of the tournament star names like Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh &nbsp;will be in action for Indian Champions, whereas for Pakistan Champions, names like Sharjeel Khan, Mohammad Hafeez and Shoaib Malik will take field.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Check - From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill: 5 Indian batters with most runs in away Tests (since 2020) Live streaming details&nbsp;<h2>When is the India Champions vs Pakistan Champions match in the World Championship of Legends 2025?</h2>The match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions will be played on Sunday (July 20).<h2>Where will the WCL 2025 match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions be held?</h2>The WCL 2025 match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions will be held at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham.<h2>What time will the India Champions vs Pakistan Champions match start?</h2>The game between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions will begin at 9 PM IST (4:30 PM local time). It is going to be an exciting contest with many former star players taking the field.<h2>Where to watch the India Champions vs Pakistan Champions match live on TV?</h2>The match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.<h2>Where to watch the live streaming of match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions online?</h2>Fans can watch the live stream of the match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions on the FanCode app.&nbsp;

The latest chapter in the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is all set to take place in Edgbaston as Indian Champions and Pakistan Champions go head-to-head in the World Championship of Legends 2025. 

The latest chapter in the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is all set to take place in Edgbaston as Indian Champions and Pakistan Champions go head-to-head in the World Championship of Legends 2025. The tournament kickstarted on Friday (July 18) with Pakistan Champions beating hosts England Champions by five runs. However, the focus now turns to the big encounter between India and Pakitsan in the WCL. This match will be the fourth game of the tournament star names like Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh will be in action for Indian Champions, whereas for Pakistan Champions, names like Sharjeel Khan, Mohammad Hafeez and Shoaib Malik will take field. Also Check - From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill: 5 Indian batters with most runs in away Tests (since 2020) Live streaming details When is the India Champions vs Pakistan Champions match in the World Championship of Legends 2025? The match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions will be played on Sunday (July 20). Where will the WCL 2025 match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions be held? The WCL 2025 match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions will be held at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham. What time will the India Champions vs Pakistan Champions match start? The game between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions will begin at 9 PM IST (4:30 PM local time). It is going to be an exciting contest with many former star players taking the field. Where to watch the India Champions vs Pakistan Champions match live on TV? The match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network. Where to watch the live streaming of match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions online? Fans can watch the live stream of the match between India Champions vs Pakistan Champions on the FanCode app.

The latest chapter in the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is all set to take place in Edgbaston as Indian Champions and Pakistan Champions go head-to-head in the World Championship of Legends 2025.&nbsp;

IND vs PAK, WCL 2025: When and where to watch India vs Pakistan match live streaming in India?

Indian sports have seen a meteoric rise in the last 15 years, as the country goes through a phase of transition. With a focus widely on field sports like cricket and Olympic sports, the nation has also been a huge consumer of E-Sports. As the growth of sports is exponential in India and a huge attraction for future generations, WION caught up with Mahanaaryaman Rao Scindia, Vice President of Gwalior Division Cricket Association, at the IAMGAME Sports Conclave as he opened up on helping the nation’s sports legacy.<h2>We want to take India’s sports legacy to another level</h2>“We want to take India’s sports legacy to another level. The passion for sports has grown immensely in the last few years. If we see how sports have helped nurture talent, we are glad that the nation is now taking the next step in sports. We want athletes from rural areas to grow and help them reach the next level,” said Mahanaaryaman Rao Scindia.&nbsp;“Our main initiative is to bring together athletes, coaches, brands, and industry pioneers, as they can provide backbone support to the players. To achieve this, we need a good blend of sports, talent and investments which will help us grow in the coming years,” added Scindia.&nbsp;

IAMGAME Sports Conclave

ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravindra-jadeja-only-player-from-2014-manchester-test-vs-england-and-he-was-india-s-worst-batter-1752861719097">Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter</a>&nbsp;The edition sparked conversations that reshaped India’s sports landscape, and now, the second edition returns with greater scale and sharper focus with a mission to amplify impact, drive meaningful partnership and investments, redefine the business of sports, and create a nurturing environment for the sports community to connect and collaborate eventually leading to the development of the sector from the grassroot level.&nbsp;IAMGAME Sports Conclave brought together athletes, coaches, brands, and industry pioneers. It is creating more than conversations and is building game-changing opportunities. Through insightful sessions, strategic networking and groundbreaking ideas, IAMGAME Sports Conclave has been the ultimate arena for knowledge exchange and partnerships, driving India’s sports ecosystem toward global excellence.

Indian sports have seen a meteoric rise in the last 15 years, as the country goes through a phase of transition. With a focus widely on field sports like cricket and Olympic sports, the nation has also been a huge consumer of E-Sports.

Indian sports have seen a meteoric rise in the last 15 years, as the country goes through a phase of transition. With a focus widely on field sports like cricket and Olympic sports, the nation has also been a huge consumer of E-Sports. As the growth of sports is exponential in India and a huge attraction for future generations, WION caught up with Mahanaaryaman Rao Scindia, Vice President of Gwalior Division Cricket Association, at the IAMGAME Sports Conclave as he opened up on helping the nation’s sports legacy. We want to take India’s sports legacy to another level “We want to take India’s sports legacy to another level. The passion for sports has grown immensely in the last few years. If we see how sports have helped nurture talent, we are glad that the nation is now taking the next step in sports. We want athletes from rural areas to grow and help them reach the next level,” said Mahanaaryaman Rao Scindia. “Our main initiative is to bring together athletes, coaches, brands, and industry pioneers, as they can provide backbone support to the players. To achieve this, we need a good blend of sports, talent and investments which will help us grow in the coming years,” added Scindia.

Indian sports have seen a meteoric rise in the last 15 years, as the country goes through a phase of transition. With a focus widely on field sports like cricket and Olympic sports, the nation has also been a huge consumer of E-Sports.

‘We want to take India’s sports legacy to another level’: Mahanaaryaman Rao Scindia

Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo is all set to make a sensational switch to Manchester United as the Red Devils splurge in excess of $80 million on the striker. With the move imminent, United’s latest transfer deal has raised more questions than answers as they refrained from signing proven targets like Viktor Gyökeres and Victor Osimhen. As the deal is close to getting wrapped, let’s take a detailed look at United’s transfer policy and how it has fared.<h2>Rejected chance to sign Erling Haaland in 2019</h2>Manchester United were one of the clubs that were keeping tabs on Erling Haaland and were also the front-runners to sign him at one point, owing to the player’s relationship with the then-manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Haaland had played under Solskjaer at Molde and flourished under him, scoring 20 goals in 50 matches as a teenager.&nbsp;United rejected the chance to sign him, and he was later snapped up by arch-rivals Manchester City in 2022, helping the club win a historic treble of Champions League, Premier League and the FA Cup.<h2>Antony, Jadon Sancho recipe for disaster</h2>With Real Madrid signing Jude Bellingham and Man City getting Haaland from Borussia Dortmund, it was fair to say that Sancho was also in the same footsteps. However, the English forward has been a shadow of his performance at the German side, spending time away from the first team after a fallout with then-manager Erik ten Hag and a couple of loan moves, including one to Chelsea last season. He is well known for his fallout with Ten Hag rather than for his attacking play, raising questions marks on the transfer policy.&nbsp;While Sancho’s move in 2021 was bad, the worst was yet to come for the Red Devils. Splashing nearly $90 million, Tan Hag signed Antony from Ajax with high expectations, but he never really lived up to expectations. Interestingly, he was more expensive than Haaland, with both singing in the same window but with different Manchester clubs. &nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravindra-jadeja-only-player-from-2014-manchester-test-vs-england-and-he-was-india-s-worst-batter-1752861719097">Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter</a><h2>Does Mbeumo's move make any sense for United?</h2>The Cameroonian has so far scored 46 Premier League goals and only once has he scored more than 10 goals in a season. He scored 20 goals in the Premier League last season, attracting United’s interest in the player. It is no hiding that United are yet to properly replace Wayne Rooney, a proven, consistent 20-goal striker in a season; much blame goes to the board members.&nbsp;Cristiano Ronald’s brief return in 2021-22 did give the side some relief, but the side has largely struggled to bring in a proper No.9.&nbsp;Currently, United’s only proper No.9 option is Rasmus Hojlund, costing more than $70 million in 2023. However, he too has struggled with form, scoring 14 Premier League goals in the last two seasons.

With Bryan Mbeumo's move imminent, Manchester United’s latest transfer deal has raised more questions than answers as they refrained from signing proven targets like Viktor Gyökeres and Victor Osimhen. 

Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo is all set to make a sensational switch to Manchester United as the Red Devils splurge in excess of $80 million on the striker. With the move imminent, United’s latest transfer deal has raised more questions than answers as they refrained from signing proven targets like Viktor Gyökeres and Victor Osimhen. As the deal is close to getting wrapped, let’s take a detailed look at United’s transfer policy and how it has fared. Rejected chance to sign Erling Haaland in 2019 Manchester United were one of the clubs that were keeping tabs on Erling Haaland and were also the front-runners to sign him at one point, owing to the player’s relationship with the then-manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Haaland had played under Solskjaer at Molde and flourished under him, scoring 20 goals in 50 matches as a teenager. United rejected the chance to sign him, and he was later snapped up by arch-rivals Manchester City in 2022, helping the club win a historic treble of Champions League, Premier League and the FA Cup. Antony, Jadon Sancho recipe for disaster With Real Madrid signing Jude Bellingham and Man City getting Haaland from Borussia Dortmund, it was fair to say that Sancho was also in the same footsteps. However, the English forward has been a shadow of his performance at the German side, spending time away from the first team after a fallout with then-manager Erik ten Hag and a couple of loan moves, including one to Chelsea last season. He is well known for his fallout with Ten Hag rather than for his attacking play, raising questions marks on the transfer policy. While Sancho’s move in 2021 was bad, the worst was yet to come for the Red Devils. Splashing nearly $90 million, Tan Hag signed Antony from Ajax with high expectations, but he never really lived up to expectations. Interestingly, he was more expensive than Haaland, with both singing in the same window but with different Manchester clubs. ALSO READ | Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter Does Mbeumo's move make any sense for United? The Cameroonian has so far scored 46 Premier League goals and only once has he scored more than 10 goals in a season. He scored 20 goals in the Premier League last season, attracting United’s interest in the player. It is no hiding that United are yet to properly replace Wayne Rooney, a proven, consistent 20-goal striker in a season; much blame goes to the board members. Cristiano Ronald’s brief return in 2021-22 did give the side some relief, but the side has largely struggled to bring in a proper No.9. Currently, United’s only proper No.9 option is Rasmus Hojlund, costing more than $70 million in 2023. However, he too has struggled with form, scoring 14 Premier League goals in the last two seasons.

With Bryan Mbeumo's move imminent, Manchester United’s latest transfer deal has raised more questions than answers as they refrained from signing proven targets like Viktor Gyökeres and Victor Osimhen.&nbsp;

After Antony, Jadon Sancho is Bryan Mbeumo another recipe for disaster at Manchester United?

Team India will be poised to level the five-match Test series against England as the two nations meet for the fourth time in Manchester starting Wednesday (July 23). With the Indian team management set to prioritise Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness, it is likely that he could sit out of the Old Trafford contest. Now jumping into the conversation, former India stand-in skipper Ajinkya Rahane has named his ideal replacement for Bumrah and for once, it is not Jasprit Bumrah.<h2>Rahane names his ideal replacement</h2>“I think so, yes. If Bumrah is not playing, Arshdeep is the guy. Because in England, you need a left-arm seamer who can swing the ball both ways, and also, with a different angle, he can create that rough for the spinners. So, if Bumrah doesn't play, Arshdeep should play the next one," Rahane said on his YouTube channel.&nbsp;The pacer was rested for the Edgbaston but returned for the Lord’s contest, helping India bowl out England for 192 in the second innings. However, with the T20 World Cup and other commitments on the table in the near future, it is unlikely that the team management was going to risk Bumrah’s fitness.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravindra-jadeja-only-player-from-2014-manchester-test-vs-england-and-he-was-india-s-worst-batter-1752861719097">Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter</a>&nbsp;In case the pacer is rested, India could bring in Arshdeep Singh, while Prasidh Krishna also remains an option. Krishna played in the second Test in Edgbaston but was dropped in favour of Burmah, while Arshdeep is yet to represent India in the red-ball format.He has already played a key role in India’s T20 World Cup and played in the ODI format as well. So it will be interesting to see what the team management decides on the fate of Bumrah.&nbsp;The third Test in Manchester will be decisive for both sides as a win for the hosts will see them clinch the series, while India could take the series to a decider at the Oval if they prevail.

With the Indian team management set to prioritise Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness, it is likely that he could sit out of the Old Trafford contest. The pacer was rested for the Edgbaston but returned for the Lord’s contest, helping India bowl out England for 192 in the second innings.

Team India will be poised to level the five-match Test series against England as the two nations meet for the fourth time in Manchester starting Wednesday (July 23). With the Indian team management set to prioritise Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness, it is likely that he could sit out of the Old Trafford contest. Now jumping into the conversation, former India stand-in skipper Ajinkya Rahane has named his ideal replacement for Bumrah and for once, it is not Jasprit Bumrah. Rahane names his ideal replacement “I think so, yes. If Bumrah is not playing, Arshdeep is the guy. Because in England, you need a left-arm seamer who can swing the ball both ways, and also, with a different angle, he can create that rough for the spinners. So, if Bumrah doesn't play, Arshdeep should play the next one," Rahane said on his YouTube channel. The pacer was rested for the Edgbaston but returned for the Lord’s contest, helping India bowl out England for 192 in the second innings. However, with the T20 World Cup and other commitments on the table in the near future, it is unlikely that the team management was going to risk Bumrah’s fitness. ALSO READ | Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter In case the pacer is rested, India could bring in Arshdeep Singh, while Prasidh Krishna also remains an option. Krishna played in the second Test in Edgbaston but was dropped in favour of Burmah, while Arshdeep is yet to represent India in the red-ball format. He has already played a key role in India’s T20 World Cup and played in the ODI format as well. So it will be interesting to see what the team management decides on the fate of Bumrah. The third Test in Manchester will be decisive for both sides as a win for the hosts will see them clinch the series, while India could take the series to a decider at the Oval if they prevail.

With the Indian team management set to prioritise Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness, it is likely that he could sit out of the Old Trafford contest. The pacer was rested for the Edgbaston but returned for the Lord’s contest, helping India bowl out England for 192 in the second innings.

IND vs ENG: Not Prasidh Krishna, Ajinkya Rahane backs THIS pacer to replace Jasprit Bumrah at Old Trafford

The Oriental Cup, an emerging school football tournament founded by student-athlete Fareed Bakshi, officially announced its third season. Scheduled from July 21 to July 29, the tournament will take place at the iconic Dr. Ambedkar Stadium, bringing together 36 teams from schools across Delhi, 24 in the boys' (U-15) category and 12 in the girls' (U-19) category, continuing its mission of providing an inclusive and structured platform for competitive school football.&nbsp;&nbsp;The 2025 edition will have a three-stage format, starting with qualifier rounds, followed by league phase, and culminating in finals for both boys' and girls' categories. Backed by title sponsor Oriental Structural Engineers Pvt. Ltd., alongside associate partners Nivia Sports as football partner and Ocean Beverages as the hydration partner, the Oriental Cup is steadily growing into a key event on Delhi's school sports calendar.&nbsp;&nbsp;"As a company committed to building not just infrastructure but also strong communities, Oriental Structural Engineers is proud to continue supporting the Oriental Cup," said Gishnu Karthik Sridharan, Executive Vice President - Marketing, Oriental Structural Engineers Pvt. Ltd., during the press conference.&nbsp;&nbsp;"We believe sports play a crucial role in shaping responsible, confident individuals, and it's rewarding to see young footballers across Delhi seize this opportunity to grow," he added.&nbsp;The Oriental Cup has already seen two successful seasons. Air Force School, Subroto Park, and Apex School have claimed the boys' titles in 2023 and 2024, respectively, while Sanskriti School has maintained a dominant presence in the girls' division, winning both previous seasons.&nbsp;&nbsp;Speaking at the event, co-founder Fareed Bakshi emphasized the tournament's larger mission, "The Oriental Cup goes beyond just competition. It's about building a space where school athletes across Delhi can play, grow, and feel a sense of community through football.&nbsp;&nbsp;We're excited to welcome new teams and continue expanding the legacy we began just two years ago." Speaking at the press conference, Rizwan-ul-Haq, Vice President, Delhi Soccer Association, shared his endorsement of the tournament's growing impact, "The Delhi Soccer Association is delighted to acknowledge the initiative taken by Fareed Bakshi in launching this school-level football tournament three years ago.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravindra-jadeja-only-player-from-2014-manchester-test-vs-england-and-he-was-india-s-worst-batter-1752861719097"> Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter</a>&nbsp;Since its inception, the tournament has shown remarkable growth each year and is making a significant contribution to the development of youth football in Delhi. Such initiatives offer young athletes a valuable platform to demonstrate their skills and potential."&nbsp;&nbsp;The organizers invite students, coaches, and football fans from across Delhi to follow the tournament, support their schools, and be part of a growing movement aimed at nurturing football talent and fostering sportsmanship.

The 2025 edition will have a three-stage format, starting with qualifier rounds, followed by league phase, and culminating in finals for both boys' and girls' categories.

The Oriental Cup, an emerging school football tournament founded by student-athlete Fareed Bakshi, officially announced its third season. Scheduled from July 21 to July 29, the tournament will take place at the iconic Dr. Ambedkar Stadium, bringing together 36 teams from schools across Delhi, 24 in the boys' (U-15) category and 12 in the girls' (U-19) category, continuing its mission of providing an inclusive and structured platform for competitive school football. The 2025 edition will have a three-stage format, starting with qualifier rounds, followed by league phase, and culminating in finals for both boys' and girls' categories. Backed by title sponsor Oriental Structural Engineers Pvt. Ltd., alongside associate partners Nivia Sports as football partner and Ocean Beverages as the hydration partner, the Oriental Cup is steadily growing into a key event on Delhi's school sports calendar. "As a company committed to building not just infrastructure but also strong communities, Oriental Structural Engineers is proud to continue supporting the Oriental Cup," said Gishnu Karthik Sridharan, Executive Vice President - Marketing, Oriental Structural Engineers Pvt. Ltd., during the press conference. "We believe sports play a crucial role in shaping responsible, confident individuals, and it's rewarding to see young footballers across Delhi seize this opportunity to grow," he added. The Oriental Cup has already seen two successful seasons. Air Force School, Subroto Park, and Apex School have claimed the boys' titles in 2023 and 2024, respectively, while Sanskriti School has maintained a dominant presence in the girls' division, winning both previous seasons. Speaking at the event, co-founder Fareed Bakshi emphasized the tournament's larger mission, "The Oriental Cup goes beyond just competition. It's about building a space where school athletes across Delhi can play, grow, and feel a sense of community through football. We're excited to welcome new teams and continue expanding the legacy we began just two years ago." Speaking at the press conference, Rizwan-ul-Haq, Vice President, Delhi Soccer Association, shared his endorsement of the tournament's growing impact, "The Delhi Soccer Association is delighted to acknowledge the initiative taken by Fareed Bakshi in launching this school-level football tournament three years ago. ALSO READ | Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter Since its inception, the tournament has shown remarkable growth each year and is making a significant contribution to the development of youth football in Delhi. Such initiatives offer young athletes a valuable platform to demonstrate their skills and potential." The organizers invite students, coaches, and football fans from across Delhi to follow the tournament, support their schools, and be part of a growing movement aimed at nurturing football talent and fostering sportsmanship.

The 2025 edition will have a three-stage format, starting with qualifier rounds, followed by league phase, and culminating in finals for both boys' and girls' categories.

Oriental Cup third season to start on July 21; 36 teams set to participate

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to boycott the upcoming Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting in Dhaka, as the future of the Asia Cup 2025 hangs in the balance. According to several media reports, BCCI officials have informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of their absence from the meeting. This comes after both India and Bangladesh are going through diplomatic turmoil.&nbsp;<h2>Asia Cup 2025 in limbo?</h2>“The BCCI has clearly communicated its stance to both the ACC and Chairman Naqvi. They've also personally requested a change in venue, but there has been no response so far,” a source told India Today.&nbsp;The ACC meeting is scheduled for July 2025, with Asia Cup hosting primarily on the table. With diplomatic relations between India, Pakistan and Bangladesh at an all-time low, the former could pull out of the tournament. The latest move to drop out of the meeting has hinted at India’s boycott of the tournament, where it is the host. Although India are the host as agreed previously, the entire tournament will be played in the UAE, with Pakistan reluctant to travel to India.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravindra-jadeja-only-player-from-2014-manchester-test-vs-england-and-he-was-india-s-worst-batter-1752861719097">Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter</a>&nbsp;However, that possibility could be brought to an end if India pulls out of the tournament, as the majority of the business could take a hit. ACC Chairman Mohsin Naqvi is said to be adamant about holding the meeting in Dhaka.<h2>What happens if India pulls out?</h2>In case India pulls out of the tournament, then it is unlikely that the Asia Cup will move ahead. India’s absence will affect the marketing side and will significantly lead to a drop in revenue, as the team has a huge fan following in the UAE. Lack of fans and Television Rating Program (TRP) will also impact the broadcasters, as India brings a huge fan following. &nbsp;

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to boycott the upcoming Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting in Dhaka, as the future of the Asia Cup 2025 hangs in the balance.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to boycott the upcoming Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting in Dhaka, as the future of the Asia Cup 2025 hangs in the balance. According to several media reports, BCCI officials have informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of their absence from the meeting. This comes after both India and Bangladesh are going through diplomatic turmoil. Asia Cup 2025 in limbo? “The BCCI has clearly communicated its stance to both the ACC and Chairman Naqvi. They've also personally requested a change in venue, but there has been no response so far,” a source told India Today. The ACC meeting is scheduled for July 2025, with Asia Cup hosting primarily on the table. With diplomatic relations between India, Pakistan and Bangladesh at an all-time low, the former could pull out of the tournament. The latest move to drop out of the meeting has hinted at India’s boycott of the tournament, where it is the host. Although India are the host as agreed previously, the entire tournament will be played in the UAE, with Pakistan reluctant to travel to India. ALSO READ | Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter However, that possibility could be brought to an end if India pulls out of the tournament, as the majority of the business could take a hit. ACC Chairman Mohsin Naqvi is said to be adamant about holding the meeting in Dhaka. What happens if India pulls out? In case India pulls out of the tournament, then it is unlikely that the Asia Cup will move ahead. India’s absence will affect the marketing side and will significantly lead to a drop in revenue, as the team has a huge fan following in the UAE. Lack of fans and Television Rating Program (TRP) will also impact the broadcasters, as India brings a huge fan following.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to boycott the upcoming Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting in Dhaka, as the future of the Asia Cup 2025 hangs in the balance.

BCCI to boycott ACC meeting in Dhaka, Asia Cup 2025 future hangs in balance - Report

Scottie Scheffler ignited his bid for a maiden British Open title by surging through the field to take a one-shot lead after the second round at Royal Portrush on Friday.&nbsp;The world number one brushed aside two torrential rain showers in Northern Ireland to fire a seven-under par 64, the best round of the week so far, and send an ominous warning to his title rivals.&nbsp;He is 10-under overall at the halfway stage, one stroke clear of Matthew Fitzpatrick.&nbsp;"Fortunately, it didn't pour the whole time," said Scheffler after his lowest round in a major."We only had maybe four or five holes where it was really coming down, and I was able to take advantage of the holes where we had some good weather."&nbsp;Fitzpatrick produced a brilliant 66 to boost his hopes of becoming the first English winner since Nick Faldo claimed his third title in 1992.&nbsp;Brian Harman, the 2023 champion, is one shot further behind on eight-under, alongside China's Li Haotong.&nbsp;Home favourite Rory McIlroy carded a two-under par 69 to reach three-under for the tournament, but is already seven strokes off the pace.&nbsp;Scheffler struggled off the tee on Thursday but still scored a first-round 68 to sit one stroke off the overnight lead.&nbsp;He got his second round off to a flying start with a first-hole birdie in driving rain.The PGA Championship winner then reeled off three consecutive birdies from the fifth hole, including a 34-foot putt down the hill on the par-three sixth.&nbsp;A second downpour played its part in a rare bogey on the 11th, but Scheffler quickly responded with his sixth birdie of the round on the par-three 13th.&nbsp;The three-time major champion picked up another shot on the treacherous 16th, dubbed "Calamity Corner", before reaching 10-under on the 17th despite hitting his drive into the crowd.&nbsp;One last birdie putt pulled up just short of the last hole, but Scheffler will be a firm favourite going into the weekend as he eyes his fourth win of the year.&nbsp;Former US Open champion Fitzpatrick reeled off four straight birdies at the start of the back nine to briefly reach 10-under, before giving a shot back on the 14th.&nbsp;He missed a three-foot birdie putt on the penultimate green but made up for it by draining a 23-footer for par on 18.&nbsp;"He's world number one, and we're seeing Tiger-like stuff. I think the pressure is for him to win the golf tournament," Fitzpatrick said, looking ahead to playing with Scheffler in Saturday's final group.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravindra-jadeja-only-player-from-2014-manchester-test-vs-england-and-he-was-india-s-worst-batter-1752861719097">Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter</a><h2>Harman makes move</h2>Harman, who won by six shots at Hoylake two years ago, completed a bogey-free 65 with his sixth birdie of the day on the 18th green.&nbsp;"It's a very boring approach that I take. I'm not trying to be heroic or do anything crazy," he said.&nbsp;Li is bidding to become the first Chinese man to win a major championship and he made five birdies in a second consecutive round of 67.&nbsp;He came close to edging ahead of Harman, but saw a birdie putt on the 18th agonisingly slip by the hole.&nbsp;"Definitely want to be comfortable... Will be a lot of pressure for sure, but just have to find a way to deal with that," Li said of the scrutiny which will be on him over the weekend.<h2>McIlroy stays in touch</h2>McIlroy's roller-coaster tournament continued, as his errant driving prevented him from taking full advantage of excellent early scoring conditions.&nbsp;But the world number two found his groove late in his round, making two birdies in his final seven holes to stay in touch.&nbsp;"I feel like I maybe could be a couple closer to the lead, but overall in a decent position heading into the weekend," said Masters champion McIlroy.&nbsp;Robert MacIntyre, hoping to become the first Scottish major champion since Paul Lawrie in 1999, cruised into contention with a 66 to reach five-under.&nbsp;MacIntyre is level with Englishman Tyrrell Hatton, also seeking a maiden major title, Danish youngster Rasmus Hojgaard and Scottish Open champion Chris Gotterup.&nbsp;Shane Lowry, who won the tournament when it was last played at Portrush in 2019, was handed a two-stroke penalty after his round due to the ball moving when he took a practice swing on the 12th hole.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The world number one brushed aside two torrential rain showers in Northern Ireland to fire a seven-under par 64, the best round of the week so far, and send an ominous warning to his title rivals.

Scottie Scheffler ignited his bid for a maiden British Open title by surging through the field to take a one-shot lead after the second round at Royal Portrush on Friday. The world number one brushed aside two torrential rain showers in Northern Ireland to fire a seven-under par 64, the best round of the week so far, and send an ominous warning to his title rivals. He is 10-under overall at the halfway stage, one stroke clear of Matthew Fitzpatrick. "Fortunately, it didn't pour the whole time," said Scheffler after his lowest round in a major. "We only had maybe four or five holes where it was really coming down, and I was able to take advantage of the holes where we had some good weather." Fitzpatrick produced a brilliant 66 to boost his hopes of becoming the first English winner since Nick Faldo claimed his third title in 1992. Brian Harman, the 2023 champion, is one shot further behind on eight-under, alongside China's Li Haotong. Home favourite Rory McIlroy carded a two-under par 69 to reach three-under for the tournament, but is already seven strokes off the pace. Scheffler struggled off the tee on Thursday but still scored a first-round 68 to sit one stroke off the overnight lead. He got his second round off to a flying start with a first-hole birdie in driving rain. The PGA Championship winner then reeled off three consecutive birdies from the fifth hole, including a 34-foot putt down the hill on the par-three sixth. A second downpour played its part in a rare bogey on the 11th, but Scheffler quickly responded with his sixth birdie of the round on the par-three 13th. The three-time major champion picked up another shot on the treacherous 16th, dubbed "Calamity Corner", before reaching 10-under on the 17th despite hitting his drive into the crowd. One last birdie putt pulled up just short of the last hole, but Scheffler will be a firm favourite going into the weekend as he eyes his fourth win of the year. Former US Open champion Fitzpatrick reeled off four straight birdies at the start of the back nine to briefly reach 10-under, before giving a shot back on the 14th. He missed a three-foot birdie putt on the penultimate green but made up for it by draining a 23-footer for par on 18. "He's world number one, and we're seeing Tiger-like stuff. I think the pressure is for him to win the golf tournament," Fitzpatrick said, looking ahead to playing with Scheffler in Saturday's final group. ALSO READ | Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter Harman makes move Harman, who won by six shots at Hoylake two years ago, completed a bogey-free 65 with his sixth birdie of the day on the 18th green. "It's a very boring approach that I take. I'm not trying to be heroic or do anything crazy," he said. Li is bidding to become the first Chinese man to win a major championship and he made five birdies in a second consecutive round of 67. He came close to edging ahead of Harman, but saw a birdie putt on the 18th agonisingly slip by the hole. "Definitely want to be comfortable... Will be a lot of pressure for sure, but just have to find a way to deal with that," Li said of the scrutiny which will be on him over the weekend. McIlroy stays in touch McIlroy's roller-coaster tournament continued, as his errant driving prevented him from taking full advantage of excellent early scoring conditions. But the world number two found his groove late in his round, making two birdies in his final seven holes to stay in touch. "I feel like I maybe could be a couple closer to the lead, but overall in a decent position heading into the weekend," said Masters champion McIlroy. Robert MacIntyre, hoping to become the first Scottish major champion since Paul Lawrie in 1999, cruised into contention with a 66 to reach five-under. MacIntyre is level with Englishman Tyrrell Hatton, also seeking a maiden major title, Danish youngster Rasmus Hojgaard and Scottish Open champion Chris Gotterup. Shane Lowry, who won the tournament when it was last played at Portrush in 2019, was handed a two-stroke penalty after his round due to the ball moving when he took a practice swing on the 12th hole. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The world number one brushed aside two torrential rain showers in Northern Ireland to fire a seven-under par 64, the best round of the week so far, and send an ominous warning to his title rivals.

The Open: Imperious Scottie Scheffler surges into halfway lead

Tadej Pogacar powered to victory in an uphill time trial on stage 13 of the Tour de France on Friday to stretch his lead in the race to more than four minutes.&nbsp;Jonas Vingegard and Remco Evenepoel clung on to their places in the overall top three, but this 10.9km time-trial triumph was defending champion Pogacar's second crushing win in two days.&nbsp;Pogacar was last down the start ramp of the 171 riders setting off and stunned rivals by using a road bike instead of one typically used for time trials.&nbsp;"It's more comfortable and I ride that 95 percent of the year," he explained. "I went without a radio too, there are time clocks along the way so I just looked at them."<h2>Hulk and Spider-Man</h2>Decked out in his overall leader's yellow kit, the 26-year-old Team UAE rider was faster from the off, despite his exertions from the previous day, when he finished over two minutes ahead of main rival Vingegaard.&nbsp;"I was feeling good all day, from when I got up. I was planning to go all in from start to finish and that's what I did," said Pogacar, who won the Tour de France in 2020, 2021 and 2024.&nbsp;Pogacar had a sticker of the Hulk comic book superhero on his bike but said after the stage his hero was Spider-Man.&nbsp;"Hulk though, he's the one you don't want to make angry," said Pogacar.&nbsp;By the time he finished stage 13 at the Peyragudes Altiport where the opening scene of the James Bond movie "Tomorrow Never Dies" was shot, Pogacar was 36 seconds faster than Vingegaard, while Primoz Roglic was third at 1min 20sec.&nbsp;Evenepoel was overtaken close to the line by Vingegaard, but said he was too tired to care.&nbsp;"I was drained," he said, slumped in a chair. "I didn't give a damn when Jonas went past."&nbsp;"I just wanted to finish. To be honest I'm relieved it's over," said the double Olympic champion.&nbsp;Most riders warmed up for the time trial wearing ice jackets to combat the sizzling 30C temperature at the foot of the climb.&nbsp;Australian champion Luke Plapp set the early pace and sat in the hot seat all day before suddenly packing his case and vacating it on seeing Vingegaard storm up the mountain.Pogacar was even faster.&nbsp;ALSO READ |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravindra-jadeja-only-player-from-2014-manchester-test-vs-england-and-he-was-india-s-worst-batter-1752861719097"> Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter</a>&nbsp;At 1580m altitude the ride remained beneath the clouds and below the treeline, but even atop the hill it was punishingly hot.&nbsp;American Quinn Simmons gave hundreds of high-fives on the home straight as one of the rare riders appearing to enjoy the climb.&nbsp;Saturday's stage 14 is another punishing affair with around 50km of climbing but it will likely be raced in rain.&nbsp;It starts with the famous Col de Tourmalet and ends at the Luchon-Superbagneres ski resort.&nbsp;Stage 15 is a hilly run to the walled city of Carcassonne but for Pogacar there remains the spectre of three more massive mountain stages in the final week.&nbsp;There is also the prospect of potential chaos in Paris with three ascents of Montmartre's old cobbled lanes on the final day.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Jonas Vingegard and Remco Evenepoel clung on to their places in the overall top three, but this 10.9km time-trial triumph was defending champion Pogacars second crushing win in two days.

Tadej Pogacar powered to victory in an uphill time trial on stage 13 of the Tour de France on Friday to stretch his lead in the race to more than four minutes. Jonas Vingegard and Remco Evenepoel clung on to their places in the overall top three, but this 10.9km time-trial triumph was defending champion Pogacar's second crushing win in two days. Pogacar was last down the start ramp of the 171 riders setting off and stunned rivals by using a road bike instead of one typically used for time trials. "It's more comfortable and I ride that 95 percent of the year," he explained. "I went without a radio too, there are time clocks along the way so I just looked at them." Hulk and Spider-Man Decked out in his overall leader's yellow kit, the 26-year-old Team UAE rider was faster from the off, despite his exertions from the previous day, when he finished over two minutes ahead of main rival Vingegaard. "I was feeling good all day, from when I got up. I was planning to go all in from start to finish and that's what I did," said Pogacar, who won the Tour de France in 2020, 2021 and 2024. Pogacar had a sticker of the Hulk comic book superhero on his bike but said after the stage his hero was Spider-Man. "Hulk though, he's the one you don't want to make angry," said Pogacar. By the time he finished stage 13 at the Peyragudes Altiport where the opening scene of the James Bond movie "Tomorrow Never Dies" was shot, Pogacar was 36 seconds faster than Vingegaard, while Primoz Roglic was third at 1min 20sec. Evenepoel was overtaken close to the line by Vingegaard, but said he was too tired to care. "I was drained," he said, slumped in a chair. "I didn't give a damn when Jonas went past." "I just wanted to finish. To be honest I'm relieved it's over," said the double Olympic champion. Most riders warmed up for the time trial wearing ice jackets to combat the sizzling 30C temperature at the foot of the climb. Australian champion Luke Plapp set the early pace and sat in the hot seat all day before suddenly packing his case and vacating it on seeing Vingegaard storm up the mountain. Pogacar was even faster. ALSO READ | Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter At 1580m altitude the ride remained beneath the clouds and below the treeline, but even atop the hill it was punishingly hot. American Quinn Simmons gave hundreds of high-fives on the home straight as one of the rare riders appearing to enjoy the climb. Saturday's stage 14 is another punishing affair with around 50km of climbing but it will likely be raced in rain. It starts with the famous Col de Tourmalet and ends at the Luchon-Superbagneres ski resort. Stage 15 is a hilly run to the walled city of Carcassonne but for Pogacar there remains the spectre of three more massive mountain stages in the final week. There is also the prospect of potential chaos in Paris with three ascents of Montmartre's old cobbled lanes on the final day. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Jonas Vingegard and Remco Evenepoel clung on to their places in the overall top three, but this 10.9km time-trial triumph was defending champion Pogacar's second crushing win in two days.

Tour de France: Tadej Pogacar extends lead with dominant time-trial win

India are 1-2 down in the ongoing five-Test series against England with fourth Test set to be played from July 23 at Old Trafford in Manchester. The venue has been nothing but ominous for India as they have never won a Test in Manchester. Also, India last played at Old Trafford in 2014 and only one player from that team is playing in the ongoing series - Ravindra Jadeja. While the all-rounder has been in top form, scoring fifties in each innings of the last two Tests, he has a dismal record in the only Test played in Manchester.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-who-has-most-runs-in-all-t20s-buttler-second-england-batter-and-7th-overall-to-reach-this-milestone-1752843478046">Buttler second England batter and 7th overall to reach THIS T20 milestone</a><h2>What happened last time India played a Test in Manchester?</h2>India won the toss and elected to bat first but that's the only thing that went their way. England pacers, led by Stuart Broad's 6/25, bowled India out for a paltry 152 in the first innings with skipper MS Dhoni top scoring at 71. In reply, England scored 367 runs in their first innings with Joe Root ending up as top scorer on 77.England's lead of 215 in the first innings eventually proved enough for them not bat again as they bowled India out in the second innings for 161 runs and went on to win the match by an innings and 54 runs.<h2>How did Ravindra Jadeja performed in 2014 Manchester Test vs England?</h2>All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who has been in superb form this series with the bat, had a nightmare of a Manchester Test in 2014. He was out for a duck in the first innings and only four in the second innings. As for bowling, he took a single wicket in the only innings England batted.Given his current form, Jadeja would definitely be wanting to remedy his record at Old Trafford and India would be hoping to repeat the Edgbaston performance - winning a Test for the first time at the venue.

Given his current form, Jadeja would definitely be wanting to remedy his record at Old Trafford and India would be hoping to repeat the Edgbaston performance - winning a Test for the first time at the venue.

India are 1-2 down in the ongoing five-Test series against England with fourth Test set to be played from July 23 at Old Trafford in Manchester. The venue has been nothing but ominous for India as they have never won a Test in Manchester. Also, India last played at Old Trafford in 2014 and only one player from that team is playing in the ongoing series - Ravindra Jadeja. While the all-rounder has been in top form, scoring fifties in each innings of the last two Tests, he has a dismal record in the only Test played in Manchester. Also Read - Buttler second England batter and 7th overall to reach THIS T20 milestone What happened last time India played a Test in Manchester? India won the toss and elected to bat first but that's the only thing that went their way. England pacers, led by Stuart Broad's 6/25, bowled India out for a paltry 152 in the first innings with skipper MS Dhoni top scoring at 71. In reply, England scored 367 runs in their first innings with Joe Root ending up as top scorer on 77. England's lead of 215 in the first innings eventually proved enough for them not bat again as they bowled India out in the second innings for 161 runs and went on to win the match by an innings and 54 runs. How did Ravindra Jadeja performed in 2014 Manchester Test vs England? All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who has been in superb form this series with the bat, had a nightmare of a Manchester Test in 2014. He was out for a duck in the first innings and only four in the second innings. As for bowling, he took a single wicket in the only innings England batted. Given his current form, Jadeja would definitely be wanting to remedy his record at Old Trafford and India would be hoping to repeat the Edgbaston performance - winning a Test for the first time at the venue.

Given his current form, Jadeja would definitely be wanting to remedy his record at Old Trafford and India would be hoping to repeat the Edgbaston performance - winning a Test for the first time at the venue.

Ravindra Jadeja only player from 2014 Manchester Test vs England and he was India's worst batter

Novak Djokovic has now lost in semis of the last three grand slams and his former coach Boris Becker believes 'time is running out' for the Serbian to win his record 25th grand slam title. Djokovic has joint-most 24 grand slam titles to his name but hasn't been able to add the last elusive 25th one since winning US Open 2023. Most recently, he lost at the Wimbledon 2025 semis to eventual winner Jannik Sinner - just like he had in French Open 2025.Also Watch - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/open-2025-watch-former-winner-brian-harman-hits-six-birdies-to-go-atop-leaderboard-1752849430085">Open 2025: Former winner Harman hits six birdies to go atop leaderboard</a>“That’s the big question now, because to win a Grand Slam, he probably has to beat both [Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner],” Becker said on his YouTube channel. “That’s how it was with Wimbledon, and he said Wimbledon was the tournament where he had his best chance of winning a Grand Slam. As a reminder, he has already won the tournament seven times. He’s now reached the semifinals of Wimbledon 14 times, just imagine. That’s so absurd, it’s an insane number,” he added.“Against [Jannik] Sinner, in the first two sets, I think he was relatively fit. Sinner, of course, was the better player, because for me, Sinner is Djokovic 2.0; he’s another version of Djokovic, 15 years younger. Novak knows that, too.“I’m glad he reached the semifinals; he played a great tournament, but is that enough for him?” he asked. “He’s still playing tennis because he wants to win 25 Grand Slams, to become the sole record holder. But it must be said that on their good days, Sinner and Alcaraz are better than Djokovic is on his good days. That frustrates him, but he’s a realist. The question is, how realistic are the chances he’ll win another Grand Slam now, because time is running out for him.”At 38, time is running out fast for Djokovic and he'd be hoping to win his 25th tennis major title sooner rather than later.

Djokovic has joint-most 24 grand slam titles to his name and most recently, he lost at the Wimbledon 2025 semis to eventual winner Jannik Sinner - just like he had in French Open 2025.

Novak Djokovic has now lost in semis of the last three grand slams and his former coach Boris Becker believes 'time is running out' for the Serbian to win his record 25th grand slam title. Djokovic has joint-most 24 grand slam titles to his name but hasn't been able to add the last elusive 25th one since winning US Open 2023. Most recently, he lost at the Wimbledon 2025 semis to eventual winner Jannik Sinner - just like he had in French Open 2025. Also Watch - Open 2025: Former winner Harman hits six birdies to go atop leaderboard “That’s the big question now, because to win a Grand Slam, he probably has to beat both [Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner],” Becker said on his YouTube channel. “That’s how it was with Wimbledon, and he said Wimbledon was the tournament where he had his best chance of winning a Grand Slam. As a reminder, he has already won the tournament seven times. He’s now reached the semifinals of Wimbledon 14 times, just imagine. That’s so absurd, it’s an insane number,” he added. “Against [Jannik] Sinner, in the first two sets, I think he was relatively fit. Sinner, of course, was the better player, because for me, Sinner is Djokovic 2.0; he’s another version of Djokovic, 15 years younger. Novak knows that, too. “I’m glad he reached the semifinals; he played a great tournament, but is that enough for him?” he asked. “He’s still playing tennis because he wants to win 25 Grand Slams, to become the sole record holder. But it must be said that on their good days, Sinner and Alcaraz are better than Djokovic is on his good days. That frustrates him, but he’s a realist. The question is, how realistic are the chances he’ll win another Grand Slam now, because time is running out for him.” At 38, time is running out fast for Djokovic and he'd be hoping to win his 25th tennis major title sooner rather than later.

Djokovic has joint-most 24 grand slam titles to his name and most recently, he lost at the Wimbledon 2025 semis to eventual winner Jannik Sinner - just like he had in French Open 2025.

'He probably has to...,' ex-coach Becker on Djokovic's chances of winning record 25th grand slam title

Former India coach Gary Kirsten has recently revealed that the BCCI selectors had a tough time in deciding whether to include Yuvraj Singh in the 2011 ODI WC squad or not. He said it was a very close call at that time but it was him and captain MS Dhoni who strongly supported Yuvraj Singh selection in the team. It was very clear that in the end their opinion regarding the selection of Yuvraj Singh in the team won. Yuvraj went on to become the Player of the Tournament and helped India to win their second ICC ODI World Cup after 28 years.&nbsp;During the 2011 ODI World Cup the left-handed batter from the Punjab scored 362 runs in eight matches at an impressive average of over 90.50. He also took 15 wickets with his part-time spin and maintained a good economy rate of just five runs per over (5.02).&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="5 Indian batters with most fifty-plus scores vs England in Tests">5 Indian batters with most fifty-plus scores vs England in Tests</a>&nbsp;His important 2011 ODI World Cup performances included three back-to-back fifties in the group stage, an important half-century in the quarter-finals against Australia and a century against the West Indies. Surprisingly, he achieved all of these innings while battling with the cancer.&nbsp;“Thank goodness we picked him because it was flipping close, he was. It was not a slam-dunk selection. The selectors kind of debated around the 15 players. I was very keen to have him in the team, as was Dhoni, because of the experience that he brought to the group. And look at the World Cup he ended up having,” Kirsten told Rediff.com. &nbsp;"I was always very fond of Yuvraj. We had this kind of great relationship where like, he used to frustrate the hell out of me sometimes, but I just loved him. He was good. I just want him to be scoring runs all the time because when I watch him bat, it’s just like amazing to watch. But there was a journey he had to walk, and credit to Paddy," added Kirsten. “Paddy did a lot of work with Yuvi to get him ready for that World Cup. Yuvi himself made some key decisions around getting himself prepared and ready for the World Cup," Kirsten added.&nbsp;Yuvi was at the non-striker’s end when his captain MS Dhoni added the finishing touch with a huge six in the final against Sri Lanka in Mumbai.

During the 2011 ODI World Cup the left-handed batter from the Punjab scored 362 runs in eight matches at an impressive average of over 90.50. He also took 15 wickets with his part-time spin and maintained a good economy rate of just five runs per over (5.02).

Former India coach Gary Kirsten has recently revealed that the BCCI selectors had a tough time in deciding whether to include Yuvraj Singh in the 2011 ODI WC squad or not. He said it was a very close call at that time but it was him and captain MS Dhoni who strongly supported Yuvraj Singh selection in the team. It was very clear that in the end their opinion regarding the selection of Yuvraj Singh in the team won. Yuvraj went on to become the Player of the Tournament and helped India to win their second ICC ODI World Cup after 28 years. During the 2011 ODI World Cup the left-handed batter from the Punjab scored 362 runs in eight matches at an impressive average of over 90.50. He also took 15 wickets with his part-time spin and maintained a good economy rate of just five runs per over (5.02). Also Check - 5 Indian batters with most fifty-plus scores vs England in Tests His important 2011 ODI World Cup performances included three back-to-back fifties in the group stage, an important half-century in the quarter-finals against Australia and a century against the West Indies. Surprisingly, he achieved all of these innings while battling with the cancer. “Thank goodness we picked him because it was flipping close, he was. It was not a slam-dunk selection. The selectors kind of debated around the 15 players. I was very keen to have him in the team, as was Dhoni, because of the experience that he brought to the group. And look at the World Cup he ended up having,” Kirsten told Rediff.com. "I was always very fond of Yuvraj. We had this kind of great relationship where like, he used to frustrate the hell out of me sometimes, but I just loved him. He was good. I just want him to be scoring runs all the time because when I watch him bat, it’s just like amazing to watch. But there was a journey he had to walk, and credit to Paddy," added Kirsten. “Paddy did a lot of work with Yuvi to get him ready for that World Cup. Yuvi himself made some key decisions around getting himself prepared and ready for the World Cup," Kirsten added. Yuvi was at the non-striker’s end when his captain MS Dhoni added the finishing touch with a huge six in the final against Sri Lanka in Mumbai.

During the 2011 ODI World Cup the left-handed batter from the Punjab scored 362 runs in eight matches at an impressive average of over 90.50. He also took 15 wickets with his part-time spin and maintained a good economy rate of just five runs per over (5.02).

'Thank goodness we picked him...': 2011 ODI WC winning coach Kirsten's shocking revelation on Yuvraj selection

From Ricky Ponting to Stephen Fleming, meet the five most successful skippers in ODI cricket. These five legends have stepped in crunch moments and turned the game with their bat and smart captaincy.

From Ricky Ponting to Stephen Fleming, meet the five most successful skippers in ODI cricket. These five legends have stepped in crunch moments and turned the game with their bat and smart captaincy.

Meet 5 most successful ODI captains: Only one Indian makes cut - and it’s not Virat Kohli

American Brian Harman, 2023 Open Champion and PGA Player of the year, hit six under 71 in Round 2 of the Open 2025 on Friday (Jul 18) to go top of the leaderboard. Harman, after two rounds, has total score of eight under which he achieved with six birdies on the second day at Royal Portrush. Harman hit a birdie on 1st, 2nd, 7th, 10th, 13th and 18th hole to add six under to his overnight score of two under after Round 1 at the Championship. Watch is final birdie below:

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Harman started the day by making par-4 1st hole in three shots, immediately adding one shot to his overnight score. On the 2nd, he managed one under on par-5 to add another shot to his score to move to joint second place. After being even par at next four holes, Harman shot one under at par-5 7th before closing the front 9 with two back-to-back even at par-4 7th and 8th hole.Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-open-top-five-golfers-with-most-wins-1752841468580">The Open: Top five golfers with most wins</a>The 2023 Open Champion started the back 9 with two evens at par-4 and par-5 10th and 11th, respectively. He then made another birdie at par-3 13th before going even at next four holes - par-4 14, par-4 15, par-3 16 and par-4 17th. Already at the top with seven under after 17th, Harman added another shot to his score with one under at par-4 18th to close the day atop the leaderboard with eight-under after the first two rounds.Home favourite Rory McIlroy, meanwhile, started the second day at Royal Portrush with a birdie on the 1st and a par on the 2nd. Two bogeys at the next three hole, however, undid his progress. The former champion although gained back his two-shot advantage with birdies at 12th and 14th hole and closed the day with three under after two rounds.

Open 2025: Brian Harman hit a birdie on 1st, 2nd, 7th, 10th, 13th and 18th hole to add six under to his overnight score of two under after Round 1 at the Championship.

American Brian Harman, 2023 Open Champion and PGA Player of the year, hit six under 71 in Round 2 of the Open 2025 on Friday (Jul 18) to go top of the leaderboard. Harman, after two rounds, has total score of eight under which he achieved with six birdies on the second day at Royal Portrush. Harman hit a birdie on 1st, 2nd, 7th, 10th, 13th and 18th hole to add six under to his overnight score of two under after Round 1 at the Championship. Watch is final birdie below:

Open 2025: Brian Harman hit a birdie on 1st, 2nd, 7th, 10th, 13th and 18th hole to add six under to his overnight score of two under after Round 1 at the Championship.

Open 2025: WATCH | Former winner Brian Harman hits six birdies to go atop leaderboard

England's Jos Buttler is a once-in-a-generation player in shorter format and now he has become the second batter from the country to score 13,000 or more runs in all T20s. Buttler reached the milestone with is his innings of 77 in Vitality Blast T20 tournament on Thursday (Jul 17). Before him, Alex Hales had scored 13k runs in all T20s. Overall, Buttler is the seventh player in the history to score 13k or more runs in T20s. The former England skipper plays or has played in most of the major tournaments across the globe including the IPL, BBL and SA20.After his innings on Thursday, Buttler now has 13046 runs in 431 innings of 457 T20 matches played at an average of nearly 36 with eight hundreds and 93 fifties along with a best of 124.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-you-don-t-have-to-show-it-ex-india-player-on-gill-s-aggression-in-lords-test-1752833895023">'You don't have to show it,' Ex-India player on Gill's aggression in Lord's Test</a><h2>Here's the list of players with 13k or more runs in all T20s:</h2><ul><li>Chris Gayle (West Indies) - 14,562 runs</li><li>Kieron Pollard (West Indies) - 13,854 runs</li><li>Alex Hales (England) - 13,814 runs</li><li>Shoaib Malik (Pakistan) - 13,571 runs</li><li>Virat Kohli (India) - 13,543 runs</li><li>David Warner (Australia) - 13,395 runs</li><li>Jos Buttler (England) - 13,046 runs</li></ul>More to follow…

After his innings on Thursday, Buttler now has 13046 runs in 431 innings of 457 T20 matches played at an average of nearly 36 with eight hundreds and 93 fifties along with a best of 124. 

England's Jos Buttler is a once-in-a-generation player in shorter format and now he has become the second batter from the country to score 13,000 or more runs in all T20s. Buttler reached the milestone with is his innings of 77 in Vitality Blast T20 tournament on Thursday (Jul 17). Before him, Alex Hales had scored 13k runs in all T20s. Overall, Buttler is the seventh player in the history to score 13k or more runs in T20s. The former England skipper plays or has played in most of the major tournaments across the globe including the IPL, BBL and SA20. After his innings on Thursday, Buttler now has 13046 runs in 431 innings of 457 T20 matches played at an average of nearly 36 with eight hundreds and 93 fifties along with a best of 124. Also Read - 'You don't have to show it,' Ex-India player on Gill's aggression in Lord's Test Here's the list of players with 13k or more runs in all T20s: Chris Gayle (West Indies) - 14,562 runs Kieron Pollard (West Indies) - 13,854 runs Alex Hales (England) - 13,814 runs Shoaib Malik (Pakistan) - 13,571 runs Virat Kohli (India) - 13,543 runs David Warner (Australia) - 13,395 runs Jos Buttler (England) - 13,046 runs More to follow…

After his innings on Thursday, Buttler now has 13046 runs in 431 innings of 457 T20 matches played at an average of nearly 36 with eight hundreds and 93 fifties along with a best of 124.&nbsp;

Who has most runs in all T20s? Jos Buttler becomes second England batter and 7th overall to reach THIS milestone

From Harry Vardon to Tom Watson, meet the five legendary golfers who have most The Open championships. These five players dominated the golf course during their playing years.

From Harry Vardon to Tom Watson, meet the five legendary golfers who have most The Open championships. These five players dominated the golf course during their playing years.

The Open: Top five golfers with most wins

Ahead of the fourth Test at Old Trafford cricket ground starting Wednesday (Jul 23), veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane has shared a strong suggestion to help India level the series. England currently leads 2-1 and a win in Manchester would seal the series for them. To make things worse, history doesn’t favour India here. In nine Tests played at Old Trafford, India are yet to win even once. After pulling off their first-ever win in Birmingham, Shubman Gill’s side now chases another maiden victory in Manchester.&nbsp;Speaking on his YouTube channel, Rahane said India needs to focus on getting 20 wickets and for that, he wants an extra bowler in the playing XI. "We all know that Days 4 and 5 get slightly difficult to bat on. It's not easy to score runs. Yes, England bowled well. But I felt India missed an opportunity to get that big score on the board in the first innings. And also, I feel going forward, India should look to add one extra bowler - because you're going to win a Test match or a Test series by getting 20 wickets," Rahane said on his YouTube channel.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/happy-birthday-smriti-mandhana-she-is-the-only-indian-to-feature-in-this-elite-list-details-inside-1752826207053">Happy Birthday Smriti Mandhana: She is the only Indian to feature in this ELITE list. Details inside</a>

He backed a pace trio of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Akashdeep Singh and hinted that India might have to leave out one all-rounder to make space for a proper bowler. Talks of all-rounder Nitish Reddy to be dropped from the team have surfaced since the conclusion of the third Test. Kuldeep Yadav could be in line for a return. However, a question arises: should India choose Arshdeep Singh instead of Kuldeep? The pitch and cloud cover may determine who the fourth bowler should be for the visitors.&nbsp;Rahane also praised Ben Stokes for the energy he brings to the field, especially during crunch moments. "It's very easy for the fielder to get relaxed. When you see only two or three balls left before lunch, you can easily get relaxed. But his attitude towards the ball, his intensity, and getting that run-out - that's where I felt England came into the game," he added.

Talks of all-rounder Nitish Reddy to be dropped from the team have surfaced since the conclusion of the third Test. Kuldeep Yadav could be in line for a return. However, a question arises: should India choose Arshdeep Singh instead of Kuldeep?

Ahead of the fourth Test at Old Trafford cricket ground starting Wednesday (Jul 23), veteran Indian batter Ajinkya Rahane has shared a strong suggestion to help India level the series. England currently leads 2-1 and a win in Manchester would seal the series for them. To make things worse, history doesn’t favour India here. In nine Tests played at Old Trafford, India are yet to win even once. After pulling off their first-ever win in Birmingham, Shubman Gill’s side now chases another maiden victory in Manchester. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Rahane said India needs to focus on getting 20 wickets and for that, he wants an extra bowler in the playing XI. "We all know that Days 4 and 5 get slightly difficult to bat on. It's not easy to score runs. Yes, England bowled well. But I felt India missed an opportunity to get that big score on the board in the first innings. And also, I feel going forward, India should look to add one extra bowler - because you're going to win a Test match or a Test series by getting 20 wickets," Rahane said on his YouTube channel. Also read | Happy Birthday Smriti Mandhana: She is the only Indian to feature in this ELITE list. Details inside

Talks of all-rounder Nitish Reddy to be dropped from the team have surfaced since the conclusion of the third Test. Kuldeep Yadav could be in line for a return. However, a question arises: should India choose Arshdeep Singh instead of Kuldeep?

'India should look to add..': Rahane's crucial advice to India for Manchester Test

From FIFA World Cup Trophy to Borg-Warner Trophy, here's a look at the five most expensive sporting trophies in the world. Also check which sports trophy ranks first on this list.

From FIFA World Cup Trophy to Borg-Warner Trophy, here's a look at the five most expensive sporting trophies in the world. Also check which sports trophy ranks first on this list.

5 most expensive sporting Trophies in the world, check which trophy ranks first

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar says that newly-appointed Test skipper Shubman Gill's dismissal in second innings of the Lord's Test had something to do with scuffle he had with England batter Zak Crawley in last over of the day 3. Gill exchanged words with Crawley after England batter pulled out of batting stance against Bumrah twice and asked for glove change in the same over as well. Gill's reaction took everyone by surprise as he had never been known to be this aggressive before becoming the captain.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-rishabh-pant-out-of-4th-test-india-assistant-coach-says-he-will-bat-in-manchester-1752774217095">IND vs ENG: 'Don't think...,' India coach on Pant injury ahead of 4th Test</a>"Going through Shubman Gill's defence has been hard work. He has hardly missed a ball. The control percentage has been brilliant. And suddenly, in about nine deliveries [in the second innings], he's missed four. I have no doubt that there is a connection there," Manjrekar said via ESPNCricinfo."And just to extend on that point, if Shubman Gill had that kind of a fiery side to him, we would have seen it a little earlier. You don't have to show it when you're captain. Or did he show it because he's got this confidence now that he's won a Test match and he's got so many runs? Because with Virat Kohli, you could see that he was ready for a scrap. He was always waiting to get in the thick of things. Even when he wasn't a captain, you could see him coming in there. So that was a trait that we'd seen even before he was captain. With Shubman Gill, I've never seen it before," he added.India went on to lose the Test by 22 runs after failing to chase down a modest 194. Gill, who had scored 585 runs in the first two Tests including three tons, failed to score even a fifty in the match. India now trail the five-match series 1-2 with fourth Test set to be played from July 23 in Manchester.

Gill, who had scored 585 runs in the first two Tests including three tons, failed to score even a fifty in the match. India now trail the five-match series 1-2 with fourth Test set to be played from July 23

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar says that newly-appointed Test skipper Shubman Gill's dismissal in second innings of the Lord's Test had something to do with scuffle he had with England batter Zak Crawley in last over of the day 3. Gill exchanged words with Crawley after England batter pulled out of batting stance against Bumrah twice and asked for glove change in the same over as well. Gill's reaction took everyone by surprise as he had never been known to be this aggressive before becoming the captain. Also Read - IND vs ENG: 'Don't think...,' India coach on Pant injury ahead of 4th Test "Going through Shubman Gill's defence has been hard work. He has hardly missed a ball. The control percentage has been brilliant. And suddenly, in about nine deliveries [in the second innings], he's missed four. I have no doubt that there is a connection there," Manjrekar said via ESPNCricinfo. "And just to extend on that point, if Shubman Gill had that kind of a fiery side to him, we would have seen it a little earlier. You don't have to show it when you're captain. Or did he show it because he's got this confidence now that he's won a Test match and he's got so many runs? Because with Virat Kohli, you could see that he was ready for a scrap. He was always waiting to get in the thick of things. Even when he wasn't a captain, you could see him coming in there. So that was a trait that we'd seen even before he was captain. With Shubman Gill, I've never seen it before," he added. India went on to lose the Test by 22 runs after failing to chase down a modest 194. Gill, who had scored 585 runs in the first two Tests including three tons, failed to score even a fifty in the match. India now trail the five-match series 1-2 with fourth Test set to be played from July 23 in Manchester.

Gill, who had scored 585 runs in the first two Tests including three tons, failed to score even a fifty in the match. India now trail the five-match series 1-2 with fourth Test set to be played from July 23.

'You don't have to show it,' Ex-India player on Gill's aggression in Lord's Test

Olympic champion Noah Lyles reignites competition with Letsile Tebogo over 100m at Saturday's Diamond League meet in London, a week after the American marked his return to action with victory in the 200m over the Botswanan in Monaco. Lyles runs his first 100m of 2025, headlining an afternoon featuring the cream of track and field athletes, winners of 75 medals between them from the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest and the 2024 Paris Olympics, across both individual and relay disciplines.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistans-arshad-nadeem-calls-out-fake-prize-announcements-promised-after-paris-gold-1752763679018">Pak's Nadeem calls out 'fake prize announcements' promised after Paris gold</a>A sell-out crowd of 60,000 is expected at the London Stadium, home to Premier League club West Ham and the venue for a memorable athletics programme at the 2012 London Olympics.AFP Sport looks at five stand-out events at the 11th leg of the 15-meet Diamond League circuit:Men's 100m Tebogo admitted in Monaco that Lyles was the crowd pleaser and that when his face appears on posters, people want to come and see him.The Botswanan, who won the 200m gold at last year's Paris Olympics as Lyles came third, was edged out in Monaco by the American, who clocked an impressive 19.88sec in his return to the track from a tendon injury.Lyles said it had been tough watching early-season competition from home, but his comeback was timely with the World Championships in Tokyo on the horizon in September."I have a bye for the US Trials which makes it less stressful because it gives us the time to work on the races," Lyles said. "It gives us time to see what works and what doesn't and to be able to make moves from there."The home nation will be represented by Louie Hinchliffe, world indoor champion Jeremiah Azu and world 100m bronze medallist Zharnel Hughes.The Jamaican duo of Oblique Seville and Ackeem Blake, and South African Akani Simbine fill out the field in what should be a top-notch race.Women's 200m Julien Alfred was in dominant form when she scorched to victory in the 100m in Monaco in 10.79sec.It looked to be perfect preparation as athletes finetune their bodies, both mentally and physically, ahead of the world championships."The last week was not the best for me but it also showed me that I am not where I should be and that there are things that I still need to work on," Alfred said after winning in Monaco."The season is long but I don't have any trials so I will have time to work on the details. I took a step back and realise that I won't put any pressure on myself this year. I was listening to all that outside noise but I focus on just Julien right now."Britain's Dina Asher-Smith, Daryll Neita and Amy Hunt will provide the competition, along with the sole American in the field, Brittany Brown.Men's 1500m The men's 1500m features a stellar cast of homegrown athletes, notably the last two world champions Jake Wightman and Josh Kerr.That pair each outsprinted Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen for victory in Eugene in 2022 and Budapest a year later, respectively.Ingebrigtsen was a late withdrawal from London, his team saying he "still needs a little more time to heal the injury he has been struggling with lately... he does not want to risk anything".Further British hopes ride on the shoulders of Neil Gourley, George Mills and Elliot Giles, while it is Kenya's Phanuel Kipkosgei Koech who owns the fastest time of the season in 3:27.72.Women's 800m There may be no local hero Keely Hodgkinson on the cards as the Olympic champion is still bidding to recover from injury, but the two-lap race is another loaded one.Laura Muir, Jemma Reekie and Georgia Hunter Bell form a strong home trio.The presence of Uganda's Halimah Nakaayi and Jamaican Natoya Goule-Toppin will ensure a rapid race.Men's 800m All eyes will be on Kenya's world champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi, who heads a pack of runners hunting down David Rudisha's world record of 1:40.91.Rudisha set that mark when he won gold at the London Olympics, but for the first time in more than a decade, there are a handful of middle distance stars seemingly capable of pushing their limits to the max.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

A sell-out crowd of 60,000 is expected at the London Stadium, home to Premier League club West Ham and the venue for a memorable athletics programme at the 2012 London Olympics.

Olympic champion Noah Lyles reignites competition with Letsile Tebogo over 100m at Saturday's Diamond League meet in London, a week after the American marked his return to action with victory in the 200m over the Botswanan in Monaco. Lyles runs his first 100m of 2025, headlining an afternoon featuring the cream of track and field athletes, winners of 75 medals between them from the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest and the 2024 Paris Olympics, across both individual and relay disciplines. Also Read - Pak's Nadeem calls out 'fake prize announcements' promised after Paris gold A sell-out crowd of 60,000 is expected at the London Stadium, home to Premier League club West Ham and the venue for a memorable athletics programme at the 2012 London Olympics. AFP Sport looks at five stand-out events at the 11th leg of the 15-meet Diamond League circuit: Men's 100m Tebogo admitted in Monaco that Lyles was the crowd pleaser and that when his face appears on posters, people want to come and see him. The Botswanan, who won the 200m gold at last year's Paris Olympics as Lyles came third, was edged out in Monaco by the American, who clocked an impressive 19.88sec in his return to the track from a tendon injury. Lyles said it had been tough watching early-season competition from home, but his comeback was timely with the World Championships in Tokyo on the horizon in September. "I have a bye for the US Trials which makes it less stressful because it gives us the time to work on the races," Lyles said. "It gives us time to see what works and what doesn't and to be able to make moves from there." The home nation will be represented by Louie Hinchliffe, world indoor champion Jeremiah Azu and world 100m bronze medallist Zharnel Hughes. The Jamaican duo of Oblique Seville and Ackeem Blake, and South African Akani Simbine fill out the field in what should be a top-notch race. Women's 200m Julien Alfred was in dominant form when she scorched to victory in the 100m in Monaco in 10.79sec. It looked to be perfect preparation as athletes finetune their bodies, both mentally and physically, ahead of the world championships. "The last week was not the best for me but it also showed me that I am not where I should be and that there are things that I still need to work on," Alfred said after winning in Monaco. "The season is long but I don't have any trials so I will have time to work on the details. I took a step back and realise that I won't put any pressure on myself this year. I was listening to all that outside noise but I focus on just Julien right now." Britain's Dina Asher-Smith, Daryll Neita and Amy Hunt will provide the competition, along with the sole American in the field, Brittany Brown. Men's 1500m The men's 1500m features a stellar cast of homegrown athletes, notably the last two world champions Jake Wightman and Josh Kerr. That pair each outsprinted Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen for victory in Eugene in 2022 and Budapest a year later, respectively. Ingebrigtsen was a late withdrawal from London, his team saying he "still needs a little more time to heal the injury he has been struggling with lately... he does not want to risk anything". Further British hopes ride on the shoulders of Neil Gourley, George Mills and Elliot Giles, while it is Kenya's Phanuel Kipkosgei Koech who owns the fastest time of the season in 3:27.72. Women's 800m There may be no local hero Keely Hodgkinson on the cards as the Olympic champion is still bidding to recover from injury, but the two-lap race is another loaded one. Laura Muir, Jemma Reekie and Georgia Hunter Bell form a strong home trio. The presence of Uganda's Halimah Nakaayi and Jamaican Natoya Goule-Toppin will ensure a rapid race. Men's 800m All eyes will be on Kenya's world champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi, who heads a pack of runners hunting down David Rudisha's world record of 1:40.91. Rudisha set that mark when he won gold at the London Olympics, but for the first time in more than a decade, there are a handful of middle distance stars seemingly capable of pushing their limits to the max. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

A sell-out crowd of 60,000 is expected at the London Stadium, home to Premier League club West Ham and the venue for a memorable athletics programme at the 2012 London Olympics.

100m Olympic champ Noah Lyles to participate in London Diamond League

As Smriti Mandhana turned 29 on Friday (Jul 18), let's take a look at one of her biggest achievements on the field. She is the only Indian to feature in an elite list, scoring a century in all three formats.

As Smriti Mandhana turned 29 on Friday (Jul 18), let's take a look at one of her biggest achievements on the field. She is the only Indian to feature in an elite list, scoring a century in all three formats.

Happy Birthday Smriti Mandhana: She is the only Indian to feature in this ELITE list. Details inside

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