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Retired India spinner Ravi Ashwin says that current India batter, which are touring England for five Tests, need to extend their batting time and not necessarily runs to give themselves best chance to win. The comments come on the back of India's five-wicket loss in the first Test at Headingley where England chased down a mammoth 371-run target. India were 333/4 in the second innings before a collapse saw them getting bowled out for 364 towards the end of day 4 and gave England a chance to win. The hosts, batting at brisk pace, scored 350 runs on the final day - leaving India ruing the second innings collapse. &nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2nd-edgbaston-birmingham-advantage-england-as-jofra-archer-returns-to-squad-for-second-test-against-india-1750939718422">IND vs ENG: Advantage England as Jofra Archer returns to squad for second Test</a>"One thing that the Indian team's batting can focus on is in every innings, can you extend your batting with time -- not by runs. Increase the amount of time England is fielding and increase the amount of time you keep them on the field. When you didn't extend your batting into Day 5, the game was over. This England team has openly advertised that they will go for the target whatever may be the target. So as a batting lineup, we've to keep in mind that we have to give them less time but give a bigger target,” Ashwin said on his YouTube channel.The offie also had a word of praise for wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, who scored two magnificent hundreds in the match - only the second wicketkeeper-batter in history to achieve the feat - and compared him to Virat Kohli."Rishabh Pant should be compared with the likes of Virat Kohli. He is a mainstream batter. Because he has got so much time. Some of these special batters have that knack of picking the ball early. They pick the line quickly, pick the length quickly and they get into lovely positions. Rishabh Pant is one of those rare players who has got that special skill," Ashwin added.The second of the five Tests will be played from July 2 in Edgbaston.&nbsp;

India were 333/4 in the second innings before a collapse saw them getting bowled out for 364 towards the end of day 4 and gave England a chance to win. The hosts, batting at brisk pace, scored 350 runs on the final day - leaving India ruing the second innings collapse.  

Retired India spinner Ravi Ashwin says that current India batter, which are touring England for five Tests, need to extend their batting time and not necessarily runs to give themselves best chance to win. The comments come on the back of India's five-wicket loss in the first Test at Headingley where England chased down a mammoth 371-run target. India were 333/4 in the second innings before a collapse saw them getting bowled out for 364 towards the end of day 4 and gave England a chance to win. The hosts, batting at brisk pace, scored 350 runs on the final day - leaving India ruing the second innings collapse. Also Read - IND vs ENG: Advantage England as Jofra Archer returns to squad for second Test "One thing that the Indian team's batting can focus on is in every innings, can you extend your batting with time -- not by runs. Increase the amount of time England is fielding and increase the amount of time you keep them on the field. When you didn't extend your batting into Day 5, the game was over. This England team has openly advertised that they will go for the target whatever may be the target. So as a batting lineup, we've to keep in mind that we have to give them less time but give a bigger target,” Ashwin said on his YouTube channel. The offie also had a word of praise for wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, who scored two magnificent hundreds in the match - only the second wicketkeeper-batter in history to achieve the feat - and compared him to Virat Kohli. "Rishabh Pant should be compared with the likes of Virat Kohli. He is a mainstream batter. Because he has got so much time. Some of these special batters have that knack of picking the ball early. They pick the line quickly, pick the length quickly and they get into lovely positions. Rishabh Pant is one of those rare players who has got that special skill," Ashwin added. The second of the five Tests will be played from July 2 in Edgbaston.

India were 333/4 in the second innings before a collapse saw them getting bowled out for 364 towards the end of day 4 and gave England a chance to win. The hosts, batting at brisk pace, scored 350 runs on the final day - leaving India ruing the second innings collapse. &nbsp;

IND vs ENG: Ashwin wants India to extend batting but 'not by runs' after Headingley defeat

Pilavullakandi Thekkeparambil Usha, popularly known as PT Usha, is one of the greatest names in Indian Olympic history. Popularly known as the 'Queen of Indian track and field', her journey from a small village in Kerala to the Upper House of Parliament is a legacy written by sweat and spirit. She announced to the sporting world that with talent and hard work, anything is achievable as long as one possesses the hunger to pursue it. Born on June 27, 1964, PT Usha hails from Meladi-Payyolia, a small village in Kerala.&nbsp;&nbsp;She grew up in a humble background and her passion for athletics was seen from an early age. At the age of 12, she received a scholarship from the Kerala government for her potential. It was during this time that coach O.M. Nambiar recognised her sprinting talent at the National School Games, a moment that changed the course of Usha's sporting journey. Interestingly, she was given the name ‘ The Payyoli Express’ as she studied in Payyoli, a small town near the Malabar coast of Kozhikode district.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-is-stop-clock-rule-in-test-cricket-will-it-make-the-format-interesting-icc-playing-condition-1750937637142">What is stop-clock rule in Test Cricket? Will it make the red-ball cricket interesting?</a>&nbsp;PT Usha began her international journey at the 1980 Moscow Olympics when she was just 16 years old. Although, Usha did not win a medal, she made history as the youngest Indian sprinter to compete in the Olympics. Four years later, at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, she narrowly missed out on a bronze medal in the 400m hurdles final, finishing just 1/100th of a second behind the third-ranked athlete, Cristina Cojocaru. However, this setback ultimately led to a remarkable comeback in her athletic career.<h2>100 medals in national and international competitions</h2>Thereafter, PT Usha went on to dominate Asian athletics. She won a gold and a silver in the 1983 Asian Championships, followed by six medals (five gold) during the next Asian Championships (1985) in Jakarta. A year later, she won four gold medals at the 1986 Seoul Asian Games. In total, she won 14 gold medals in Asian Championships and over 100 medals in national and international competitions.&nbsp;Even after retiring, Usha never stepped away from athletics. She started the Usha School of Athletics in Kerala, training young female athletes to chase their dreams.&nbsp;In 2022, PT Usha made history once again as the first woman to take charge as President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and also the first Olympian to hold the top chair. A year later (2023), she was nominated to the Rajya Sabha, India’s Upper House of Parliament.&nbsp;

Happy birthday PT Usha: From Olympics to Rajya Sabha, meet the Queen of Indian track and field

Pilavullakandi Thekkeparambil Usha, popularly known as PT Usha, is one of the greatest names in Indian Olympic history. Popularly known as the 'Queen of Indian track and field', her journey from a small village in Kerala to the Upper House of Parliament is a legacy written by sweat and spirit. She announced to the sporting world that with talent and hard work, anything is achievable as long as one possesses the hunger to pursue it. Born on June 27, 1964, PT Usha hails from Meladi-Payyolia, a small village in Kerala. She grew up in a humble background and her passion for athletics was seen from an early age. At the age of 12, she received a scholarship from the Kerala government for her potential. It was during this time that coach O.M. Nambiar recognised her sprinting talent at the National School Games, a moment that changed the course of Usha's sporting journey. Interestingly, she was given the name ‘ The Payyoli Express’ as she studied in Payyoli, a small town near the Malabar coast of Kozhikode district. Also Read | What is stop-clock rule in Test Cricket? Will it make the red-ball cricket interesting? PT Usha began her international journey at the 1980 Moscow Olympics when she was just 16 years old. Although, Usha did not win a medal, she made history as the youngest Indian sprinter to compete in the Olympics. Four years later, at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, she narrowly missed out on a bronze medal in the 400m hurdles final, finishing just 1/100th of a second behind the third-ranked athlete, Cristina Cojocaru. However, this setback ultimately led to a remarkable comeback in her athletic career. 100 medals in national and international competitions Thereafter, PT Usha went on to dominate Asian athletics. She won a gold and a silver in the 1983 Asian Championships, followed by six medals (five gold) during the next Asian Championships (1985) in Jakarta. A year later, she won four gold medals at the 1986 Seoul Asian Games. In total, she won 14 gold medals in Asian Championships and over 100 medals in national and international competitions. Even after retiring, Usha never stepped away from athletics. She started the Usha School of Athletics in Kerala, training young female athletes to chase their dreams. In 2022, PT Usha made history once again as the first woman to take charge as President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and also the first Olympian to hold the top chair. A year later (2023), she was nominated to the Rajya Sabha, India’s Upper House of Parliament.

PT Usha began her international journey at the 1980 Moscow Olympics when she was just 16 years old. Although, Usha did not win a medal, she made history as the youngest Indian sprinter to compete in the Olympics

Happy birthday PT Usha: From Olympics to Rajya Sabha, meet the queen of Indian track and field

The tennis grass season has already begun and the biggest showpiece event - Wimbledon 2025 - is set to kick start from June 30. All eyes will be on defending champion Carlos Alcaraz as the Spaniard chases history at Wimbledon 2025. Alcaraz is bidding to win his third consecutive Wimbledon crown. In doing so, it would place him in the elite company of legends like Bjorn Borg, Pete Sampras, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic; all of them have won at least three straight Wimbledon titles.&nbsp;Alcaraz comes into this year’s tournament in blazing hot form. He recently lifted his second French Open title in an unforgettable five-set thriller against his biggest rival and world No. 1, Jannik Sinner. Barely a week later, he switched surfaces from clay to grass and conquered the Queen’s Club Championships, highlighting the class of Alcaraz to switch surfaces and adapt faster. With back-to-back titles on two different surfaces, the 22-year-old has signalled that he's in 'grass-court mode' and ready for glory in London.&nbsp;Also Read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-top-10-richest-tennis-players-no-one-from-nadal-federer-or-djokovic-tops-list-check-who-does-1750401144011/1750401144012"> Meet Top 10 Richest Tennis Players: No one from Nadal, Federer or Djokovic tops the list. Check who does</a>&nbsp;At Roland Garros 2025, Alcaraz staged one of the greatest comebacks of his young career. Trailing by two sets with three championship points to Sinner in the French Open final, he fought back with skill, power, and calm nerves to win his fifth grand slam title. The victory not only extended his dominance over his Italian counterpart but also proved that Alcaraz thrives under pressure on the biggest stages.&nbsp;While Alcaraz is the man to beat, Jannik Sinner remains the top-ranked seed in the world. The 23-year-old Italian has had a consistent season, finishing runner-up in both the Italian Open and French Open. Though he exited early at the Hallegrass-court tournament, Sinner’s strong record at Wimbledon, top-four finish in 2023 and quarter-finals in 2024 make him a serious threat. He’s hungry for his maiden grass grand slam title.&nbsp;Veteran Serbian stalwart Novak Djokovic, meanwhile, is eyeing a record-breaking 25th grand slam singles title. The Serb hasn’t won a major since the 2023 US Open but remains a dangerous contender. A title win at Wimbledon this year would also tie him with Roger Federer for the most Wimbledon men’s singles titles (eight). Despite his age (38), Djokovic's experience and grit make him a serious contender.&nbsp;With Alcaraz in red-hot form, Sinner holding the No. 1 spot and Djokovic chasing history, Wimbledon 2025 promises to be an interesting tournament to watch.

Alcaraz comes into this year’s tournament in blazing hot form. He recently lifted his third French Open title in an unforgettable five-set thriller against his biggest rival and world No. 1, Jannik Sinner.

The tennis grass season has already begun and the biggest showpiece event - Wimbledon 2025 - is set to kick start from June 30. All eyes will be on defending champion Carlos Alcaraz as the Spaniard chases history at Wimbledon 2025. Alcaraz is bidding to win his third consecutive Wimbledon crown. In doing so, it would place him in the elite company of legends like Bjorn Borg, Pete Sampras, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic; all of them have won at least three straight Wimbledon titles. Alcaraz comes into this year’s tournament in blazing hot form. He recently lifted his second French Open title in an unforgettable five-set thriller against his biggest rival and world No. 1, Jannik Sinner. Barely a week later, he switched surfaces from clay to grass and conquered the Queen’s Club Championships, highlighting the class of Alcaraz to switch surfaces and adapt faster. With back-to-back titles on two different surfaces, the 22-year-old has signalled that he's in 'grass-court mode' and ready for glory in London. Also Read | Meet Top 10 Richest Tennis Players: No one from Nadal, Federer or Djokovic tops the list. Check who does At Roland Garros 2025, Alcaraz staged one of the greatest comebacks of his young career. Trailing by two sets with three championship points to Sinner in the French Open final, he fought back with skill, power, and calm nerves to win his fifth grand slam title. The victory not only extended his dominance over his Italian counterpart but also proved that Alcaraz thrives under pressure on the biggest stages. While Alcaraz is the man to beat, Jannik Sinner remains the top-ranked seed in the world. The 23-year-old Italian has had a consistent season, finishing runner-up in both the Italian Open and French Open. Though he exited early at the Hallegrass-court tournament, Sinner’s strong record at Wimbledon, top-four finish in 2023 and quarter-finals in 2024 make him a serious threat. He’s hungry for his maiden grass grand slam title. Veteran Serbian stalwart Novak Djokovic, meanwhile, is eyeing a record-breaking 25th grand slam singles title. The Serb hasn’t won a major since the 2023 US Open but remains a dangerous contender. A title win at Wimbledon this year would also tie him with Roger Federer for the most Wimbledon men’s singles titles (eight). Despite his age (38), Djokovic's experience and grit make him a serious contender. With Alcaraz in red-hot form, Sinner holding the No. 1 spot and Djokovic chasing history, Wimbledon 2025 promises to be an interesting tournament to watch.

Alcaraz comes into this year’s tournament in blazing hot form. He recently lifted his third French Open title in an unforgettable five-set thriller against his biggest rival and world No. 1, Jannik Sinner.

Wimbledon 2025: Alcaraz, Sinner, Djokovic in title hunt – Who will rule the grass court?

England ace quick Jofra Archer is added to the squad for the second Test against India starting next Wednesday (Jul 2) at Edgbaston in Birmingham. Should the selectors pick him for the next game, Archer would play his first Test in over four years. Archer’s selection is the only change England made to their squad for the second Test after taking a 1-0 lead in the series opener in Leeds. Meanwhile, Archer made his first County appearance since May 21, when picked for Sussex’s away game at Durham in the last round of the Championship.&nbsp;Besides those benched for the Headingley Test, including Sam Cook and Jamie Overton, Archer would join the five-man pace brigade in the dressing room, fighting for a spot in the starting XI alongside first-team Test quicks - Brydon Carse, Chris Woakes and Josh Tongue.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-is-stop-clock-rule-in-test-cricket-will-it-make-the-format-interesting-icc-playing-condition-1750937637142">What is stop-clock rule in Test Cricket? Will it make the red-ball cricket interesting?</a> &nbsp;Archer last played a Test for England during the away tour of India in 2021, with Ahmedabad staging his final game in the whites before a series of injuries kept him away from this format for nearly four years. A recurrence of an elbow issue and back stress fracture reduced his game time for England, as he featured in just seven international white-ball matches between March 2021 and May 2024. &nbsp;"It felt all right today," Archer said after day two of the County match between Sussex and Durham. "I've been playing for a year and bowling for two years, including the build-up, so everything is fine. &nbsp;"Now, it's a different challenge because I know my body can hold up to it. The mental part of the game [will be tough]. Over the next couple of days, I'm going to have to battle a bit with it, but it's all good. It's a new challenge, and I'll keep trucking along,” he continued.&nbsp;<h3>England Men's Test squad for the Edgbaston game – &nbsp;</h3>Ben Stokes (captain), Jofra Archer, Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Sam Cook, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue, Chris Woakes

IND vs ENG: Advantage England as Jofra Archer returns to squad for second Test

England ace quick Jofra Archer is added to the squad for the second Test against India starting next Wednesday (Jul 2) at Edgbaston in Birmingham. Should the selectors pick him for the next game, Archer would play his first Test in over four years. Archer’s selection is the only change England made to their squad for the second Test after taking a 1-0 lead in the series opener in Leeds. Meanwhile, Archer made his first County appearance since May 21, when picked for Sussex’s away game at Durham in the last round of the Championship. Besides those benched for the Headingley Test, including Sam Cook and Jamie Overton, Archer would join the five-man pace brigade in the dressing room, fighting for a spot in the starting XI alongside first-team Test quicks - Brydon Carse, Chris Woakes and Josh Tongue. Also read | What is stop-clock rule in Test Cricket? Will it make the red-ball cricket interesting? Archer last played a Test for England during the away tour of India in 2021, with Ahmedabad staging his final game in the whites before a series of injuries kept him away from this format for nearly four years. A recurrence of an elbow issue and back stress fracture reduced his game time for England, as he featured in just seven international white-ball matches between March 2021 and May 2024. "It felt all right today," Archer said after day two of the County match between Sussex and Durham. "I've been playing for a year and bowling for two years, including the build-up, so everything is fine. "Now, it's a different challenge because I know my body can hold up to it. The mental part of the game [will be tough]. Over the next couple of days, I'm going to have to battle a bit with it, but it's all good. It's a new challenge, and I'll keep trucking along,” he continued. England Men's Test squad for the Edgbaston game – Ben Stokes (captain), Jofra Archer, Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Sam Cook, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue, Chris Woakes

Archer made his first County appearance since May 21, when picked for Sussex’s away game at Durham in the last round of the Championship.

There have been only 14 players who have made their debut for India right after winning an IPL title and the best one among them has been Suryakumar Yadav - who is now the India T20I skipper as well. SKY, as he is fondly called, has been India's best batter in the shortest format ever since his debut on March 14, 2021. He had to wait a long time for the his turn but once given, he has proved the decision to give him a chance as priceless. SKY recently went through a sports hernia surgery and will next be seen against Bangladesh in August 2025.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-is-stop-clock-rule-in-test-cricket-will-it-make-the-format-interesting-icc-playing-condition-1750937637142">What is stop-clock rule in Test Cricket? Will it make the red-ball cricket interesting?</a>Surya, before taking over the T20I reins from Rohit Sharma after India won 2024 T20 World Cup, played two more T20 World Cups - 2021 and 2022 and was easily one of India's best batters. In the IPL, he has won four titles - three with Mumbai Indians and one with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).He is also the only international IPL player to win his titles two in a row twice - 2013 with MI and 2014 with KKR before winning with MI in 2019 and 2020 as well.Suryakumar Yadav stats since debut in 2021SKY has scored 2,598 runs in 83 T20I matches played since he debut - the tally, most for India in this period, is third most overall behind Pakistan's Muhammad Rizwan (2,904) and UAE's Mohammad Waseem (2,660). His strike rate of 167.07 is the highest among all players with 50 matches minimum and so are his four hundreds.SKY in T20 World CupsIn 2021, Surya played just three innings and scored 42 runs in total with a highest of 25 not out but a strike rate of 144. In 2022/23 edition, SKY played six matches and scored 239 runs - third best overall and only behind Virat Kohli's 296 for India - with three fifties and a strike rate of 189.68 - the best in the tournament overall. In 2024, he scored 199 runs in eight matches - again second best for India behind Rohit's 257 runs.Undoubtedly, SKY India's best T20I player since his debut and would hope to cap his career with T20 title defence next year.

He is also the only international IPL player to win his titles two in a row twice - 2013 with MI and 2014 with KKR before winning with MI in 2019 and 2020 as well.

There have been only 14 players who have made their debut for India right after winning an IPL title and the best one among them has been Suryakumar Yadav - who is now the India T20I skipper as well. SKY, as he is fondly called, has been India's best batter in the shortest format ever since his debut on March 14, 2021. He had to wait a long time for the his turn but once given, he has proved the decision to give him a chance as priceless. SKY recently went through a sports hernia surgery and will next be seen against Bangladesh in August 2025. Also Read - What is stop-clock rule in Test Cricket? Will it make the red-ball cricket interesting? Surya, before taking over the T20I reins from Rohit Sharma after India won 2024 T20 World Cup, played two more T20 World Cups - 2021 and 2022 and was easily one of India's best batters. In the IPL, he has won four titles - three with Mumbai Indians and one with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). He is also the only international IPL player to win his titles two in a row twice - 2013 with MI and 2014 with KKR before winning with MI in 2019 and 2020 as well. Suryakumar Yadav stats since debut in 2021 SKY has scored 2,598 runs in 83 T20I matches played since he debut - the tally, most for India in this period, is third most overall behind Pakistan's Muhammad Rizwan (2,904) and UAE's Mohammad Waseem (2,660). His strike rate of 167.07 is the highest among all players with 50 matches minimum and so are his four hundreds. SKY in T20 World Cups In 2021, Surya played just three innings and scored 42 runs in total with a highest of 25 not out but a strike rate of 144. In 2022/23 edition, SKY played six matches and scored 239 runs - third best overall and only behind Virat Kohli's 296 for India - with three fifties and a strike rate of 189.68 - the best in the tournament overall. In 2024, he scored 199 runs in eight matches - again second best for India behind Rohit's 257 runs. Undoubtedly, SKY India's best T20I player since his debut and would hope to cap his career with T20 title defence next year.

SKY has scored 2,598 runs in 83 T20I matches played since he debut - the tally, most for India in this period, is third most overall behind Pakistan's Muhammad Rizwan (2,904) and UAE's Mohammad Waseem (2,660).

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Days after the International Cricket Council (ICC) revised several playing conditions for men’s cricket worldwide, including updating the Boundary Law and introducing the one-ball rule in ODIs from the 35th over onwards, they have made wholesome changes to some of the playing conditions in Tests as well. While many of the rule changes related to Test cricket have already come into play in the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, those affecting the One-Dayers will be effective from July 2. Of the latest ones, the introduction of a stop-clock in Test cricket hogged most limelight.&nbsp;So, what is a stop-clock in Test cricket? And will it make the format interesting or fast-paced in any way?<h2>What is stop-clock cricket? &nbsp;</h2>Like how it reduces slow-over rates in ODIs, its introduction in Tests is for the same purpose.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/made-wrong-friends-devoted-less-time-to-practice-prithvi-shaw-on-his-career-downfall-indian-team-friendship-practice-1750921223387">'Made wrong friends, devoted less time to practice': Prithvi Shaw reflects on his downfall</a> &nbsp;A year after the ICC introduced the stop-clock rule in white-ball cricket, it decided to expand its use across the red-ball game too. Considering that the slow over rates have been a long-standing issue in the Test format, their introduction will force the fielding teams and their captains to act quickly between overs. &nbsp;According to the revised rule, the fielding team must be ready to start an over within one minute of the previous one ending. While the on-field umpires are bound to warn the fielding team twice for their failure to do so, the officials will then impose a five-run penalty on the bowling team should they miss it the third time. &nbsp;While the two warnings will be reset to zero after the completion of 80 overs each time, the clock will be counted upwards from 0 to 60; moreover, this rule has already been in action since the start of the latest 2025-27 WTC cycle. &nbsp;<h3>No mandatory ball change over deliberate saliva usage &nbsp;</h3>Although the ICC continues to ban the usage of saliva on the ball, it is no longer mandatory for the on-field umpires to change it should saliva be found on it. This change, however, has come on the back of teams trying to change the ball by deliberately applying saliva to it.&nbsp; So, unlike the previous times, it’s up to the umpires to change the ball if its condition is drastically changed, like it appears too shiny or is wet from either or both sides. &nbsp;However, in a case where the ball begins to act up a bit after the umpires acknowledge that, despite saliva’s application to it, it hasn’t changed, the batting team will be awarded five runs. All of this has been left entirely to the umpires and their decisions on the field.&nbsp;

What is stop clock rule in Test Cricket? Will it make the format interesting?

Days after the International Cricket Council (ICC) revised several playing conditions for men’s cricket worldwide, including updating the Boundary Law and introducing the one-ball rule in ODIs from the 35th over onwards, they have made wholesome changes to some of the playing conditions in Tests as well. While many of the rule changes related to Test cricket have already come into play in the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, those affecting the One-Dayers will be effective from July 2. Of the latest ones, the introduction of a stop-clock in Test cricket hogged most limelight. So, what is a stop-clock in Test cricket? And will it make the format interesting or fast-paced in any way? What is stop-clock cricket? Like how it reduces slow-over rates in ODIs, its introduction in Tests is for the same purpose. Also read | 'Made wrong friends, devoted less time to practice': Prithvi Shaw reflects on his downfall A year after the ICC introduced the stop-clock rule in white-ball cricket, it decided to expand its use across the red-ball game too. Considering that the slow over rates have been a long-standing issue in the Test format, their introduction will force the fielding teams and their captains to act quickly between overs. According to the revised rule, the fielding team must be ready to start an over within one minute of the previous one ending. While the on-field umpires are bound to warn the fielding team twice for their failure to do so, the officials will then impose a five-run penalty on the bowling team should they miss it the third time. While the two warnings will be reset to zero after the completion of 80 overs each time, the clock will be counted upwards from 0 to 60; moreover, this rule has already been in action since the start of the latest 2025-27 WTC cycle. No mandatory ball change over deliberate saliva usage Although the ICC continues to ban the usage of saliva on the ball, it is no longer mandatory for the on-field umpires to change it should saliva be found on it. This change, however, has come on the back of teams trying to change the ball by deliberately applying saliva to it. So, unlike the previous times, it’s up to the umpires to change the ball if its condition is drastically changed, like it appears too shiny or is wet from either or both sides. However, in a case where the ball begins to act up a bit after the umpires acknowledge that, despite saliva’s application to it, it hasn’t changed, the batting team will be awarded five runs. All of this has been left entirely to the umpires and their decisions on the field.

A year after the ICC introduced the stop-clock rule in white-ball cricket, it decided to expand its use across the red-ball game too.

What is stop-clock rule in Test Cricket? Will it make the red-ball cricket interesting?

In a stunning performance in 2017, Delhi cricketer Mohit Ahlawat shocked everyone by scoring an unbeaten 300 runs from just 72 balls during a local T20 match. He smashed 39 sixes and 14 fours in his innings. Ahlawat played for Maavi XI against Friends XI in the Friends Premier League at Lalita Park, New Delhi. Thanks to his explosive batting that his team scored a massive 416 runs for the loss of just two wickets in 20 overs and later they went on to win the game by a huge margin of 216 runs.&nbsp;Mohit Ahlawat, a wicketkeeper-batsman had earlier represented Delhi in first-class cricket in 2015. In those three matches against Rajasthan, Vidarbha and Haryana he scored only five runs in total with a top score of four.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-s-t20i-skipper-suryakumar-yadav-undergoes-sports-hernia-surgery-check-details-inside-1750922803707">Suryakumar Yadav drops MAJOR life update, says ‘can’t wait to be back’</a>&nbsp;As per reports, he was on 250 runs by the end of the 18th over and then he scored 50 runs in the last two overs, including 34 runs in the final over with five sixes in a row to finish the innings.&nbsp;This incredible knock made Ahlawat the first cricketer ever to hit a triple century in a T20 match at any level of the game.&nbsp;In recognized T20 cricket, West Indies Chris Gayle holds the record for the highest score in T20 cricket with 175 not out for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors in the IPL in 2013.&nbsp;&nbsp;In international T20s, Australia’s Aaron Finch holds the record for top score with 156 against England in 2013. Most runs in an innings in T20s<ul><li>Chris Gayle (RCB) - 175* runs vs Pune Warriors, IPL 2013</li><li>Aaron Finch (AUS) - 172 runs vs Zimbabwe, 2018</li><li>Hamilton Masakadza (Mountaineers) - 162* runs vs Eagles, 2016</li></ul>Most runs in an innings in T20Is<ul><li>Aaron Finch (AUS) - 172 runs vs Zimbabwe, 2018</li><li>Hazratullah Zazai (AFG) - 162* runs vs Ireland, 2019</li><li>Aaron Finch (AUS) - 156 runs vs England, 2013</li></ul>

In annual T20 cricket, West Indies Chris Gayle holds the record for the highest score in T20 cricket with 175 not out for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors in the IPL in 2013. 

In a stunning performance in 2017, Delhi cricketer Mohit Ahlawat shocked everyone by scoring an unbeaten 300 runs from just 72 balls during a local T20 match. He smashed 39 sixes and 14 fours in his innings. Ahlawat played for Maavi XI against Friends XI in the Friends Premier League at Lalita Park, New Delhi. Thanks to his explosive batting that his team scored a massive 416 runs for the loss of just two wickets in 20 overs and later they went on to win the game by a huge margin of 216 runs. Mohit Ahlawat, a wicketkeeper-batsman had earlier represented Delhi in first-class cricket in 2015. In those three matches against Rajasthan, Vidarbha and Haryana he scored only five runs in total with a top score of four. Also Read - Suryakumar Yadav drops MAJOR life update, says ‘can’t wait to be back’ As per reports, he was on 250 runs by the end of the 18th over and then he scored 50 runs in the last two overs, including 34 runs in the final over with five sixes in a row to finish the innings. This incredible knock made Ahlawat the first cricketer ever to hit a triple century in a T20 match at any level of the game. In recognized T20 cricket, West Indies Chris Gayle holds the record for the highest score in T20 cricket with 175 not out for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors in the IPL in 2013. In international T20s, Australia’s Aaron Finch holds the record for top score with 156 against England in 2013. Most runs in an innings in T20s Chris Gayle (RCB) - 175* runs vs Pune Warriors, IPL 2013 Aaron Finch (AUS) - 172 runs vs Zimbabwe, 2018 Hamilton Masakadza (Mountaineers) - 162* runs vs Eagles, 2016 Most runs in an innings in T20Is Aaron Finch (AUS) - 172 runs vs Zimbabwe, 2018 Hazratullah Zazai (AFG) - 162* runs vs Ireland, 2019 Aaron Finch (AUS) - 156 runs vs England, 2013

In annual T20 cricket, West Indies Chris Gayle holds the record for the highest score in T20 cricket with 175 not out for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors in the IPL in 2013.&nbsp;

Meet Mohit Ahlawat, India batter, who scored 300 off 72 balls in a T20 match with 39 sixes and 14 fours

In cricket some stories stand out and one such story is Rahul Dravid’s short but memorable time playing for Scotland in 2003. While many cricketers play for fame or money, only a few players like Dravid take part in matches to support a good cause or promote smaller teams. Known worldwide as 'The Wall' for his solid defence and calm approach, Dravid's decision to play for Scotland added an interesting twist to his successful career. It’s rare to see Indian players represent other countries because of their contracts. Apart from restrictions, Dravid still made a 12-match journey with the Scottish team and showed how cricket can bring people together beyond borders.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-s-t20i-skipper-suryakumar-yadav-undergoes-sports-hernia-surgery-check-details-inside-1750922803707">Suryakumar Yadav drops MAJOR life update, says ‘can’t wait to be back’</a>&nbsp;A group of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) living in Scotland helped make this possible. They raised around £45,000 (INR 53 lakh in current value) through charity events to cover Dravid’s expenses during his time in the Scottish one-day league.&nbsp;At that time Dravid was in top form, averaging over 90 in Test matches and his involvement brought huge excitement to Scottish cricket even though the team did not perform well overall.&nbsp;How Dravid perform for Scotland?&nbsp;Dravid played 11 one-day games and one special match against Pakistan while representing Scotland. His start was not great as he scored only 25 runs in his first match against Hampshire and got out for a duck in the game against Pakistan.&nbsp;But he quickly found his rhythm in his third match, Dravid scored a brilliant 120 runs from just 97 balls against Somerset and then he went on to score two centuries and two fifties, ending the tournament with 600 runs at an impressive average of 66.66. Despite Scotland losing 11 out of their 12 matches, Dravid’s performance was outstanding. But his time in Scotland was about more than just runs. It was a valuable experience for both Dravid and his teammates.&nbsp;One of those teammates was a young Kyle Coetzer, who would later go on to lead Scotland in the 2021 T20 World Cup. Dravid's work ethic and attitude made a big impression on the team and many saw it as a rare chance to learn from a cricket legend.&nbsp;Even though the Scottish team struggled, Dravid’s efforts were appreciated and his presence drew large crowds with fans eager to see the Indian star play.&nbsp;This short chapter in his career highlighted how cricket can unite people from different countries. It showed that no matter which team a player represents the love for the game can cross all boundaries. &nbsp;

This short chapter in Dravid's career highlighted how cricket can unite people from different countries. It showed that no matter which team a player represents the love for the game can cross all boundaries/ border.

In cricket some stories stand out and one such story is Rahul Dravid’s short but memorable time playing for Scotland in 2003. While many cricketers play for fame or money, only a few players like Dravid take part in matches to support a good cause or promote smaller teams. Known worldwide as 'The Wall' for his solid defence and calm approach, Dravid's decision to play for Scotland added an interesting twist to his successful career. It’s rare to see Indian players represent other countries because of their contracts. Apart from restrictions, Dravid still made a 12-match journey with the Scottish team and showed how cricket can bring people together beyond borders. Also Read - Suryakumar Yadav drops MAJOR life update, says ‘can’t wait to be back’ A group of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) living in Scotland helped make this possible. They raised around £45,000 (INR 53 lakh in current value) through charity events to cover Dravid’s expenses during his time in the Scottish one-day league. At that time Dravid was in top form, averaging over 90 in Test matches and his involvement brought huge excitement to Scottish cricket even though the team did not perform well overall. How Dravid perform for Scotland? Dravid played 11 one-day games and one special match against Pakistan while representing Scotland. His start was not great as he scored only 25 runs in his first match against Hampshire and got out for a duck in the game against Pakistan. But he quickly found his rhythm in his third match, Dravid scored a brilliant 120 runs from just 97 balls against Somerset and then he went on to score two centuries and two fifties, ending the tournament with 600 runs at an impressive average of 66.66. Despite Scotland losing 11 out of their 12 matches, Dravid’s performance was outstanding. But his time in Scotland was about more than just runs. It was a valuable experience for both Dravid and his teammates. One of those teammates was a young Kyle Coetzer, who would later go on to lead Scotland in the 2021 T20 World Cup. Dravid's work ethic and attitude made a big impression on the team and many saw it as a rare chance to learn from a cricket legend. Even though the Scottish team struggled, Dravid’s efforts were appreciated and his presence drew large crowds with fans eager to see the Indian star play. This short chapter in his career highlighted how cricket can unite people from different countries. It showed that no matter which team a player represents the love for the game can cross all boundaries.

This short chapter in Dravid's career highlighted how cricket can unite people from different countries. It showed that no matter which team a player represents the love for the game can cross all boundaries/ border.

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Chess seems to blossom in abundance in India. Weeks after Grandmaster D Gukesh beat the world number one, Magnus Carlsen, in the Norway Chess 2025 competition, another Indian, this time a nine-year-old prodigy named Aarit Kapil from New Delhi’s Mayur Vihar, almost came close to creating history before settling for a draw. Aarit, a fifth-grade student in Somerville School, who began playing chess just four years ago, maintained a winning position against Carlsen in an online blitz game during the Early Titled Tuesday competition before time constraints led to a majestic draw in the 49th move.&nbsp;The Titled Tuesday competition is exclusively open to players with FIDE titles, featuring elite Grandmasters like Hikaru Nakamura, Fabiano Caruana, and former world champion Vladimir Kramnik.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/made-wrong-friends-devoted-less-time-to-practice-prithvi-shaw-on-his-career-downfall-indian-team-friendship-practice-1750921223387">'Made wrong friends, devoted less time to practice': Prithvi Shaw reflects on his downfall</a>&nbsp;New Delhi boy Aarit, also a Candidate Master, took part in this online event from his hotel room in Batumi, Georgia, where he continues to compete in the FIDE World Cadets Cup under-10 category. &nbsp;Meanwhile, drawing against the five-time world champion counts for something for the nine-year-old Aarit. This achievement adds to his already decorated cabinet, which includes him becoming the third-youngest ever to defeat a Grandmaster in classical time control when he beat the 66-year-old Raset Ziatdinov of the US in December last year.&nbsp; &nbsp;Vijay, Aarit’s father, revealed his son’s journey from an amateur to a professional in just a week.&nbsp; &nbsp;"He was five years old when his elder sister Aarna taught him chess. In one week, he was beating us. Not like I am a serious player - I am the equivalent of a bathroom singer in the sport: a casual player,” Vijay said in a chat with The Indian Express. “But we saw his potential, so we got him working with a coach. And in a few days, he won an international online tournament.” &nbsp;"Sometimes when he has a bad tournament, we jokingly tell him we'll stop your chess, to which he says, ‘Do whatever you can, I won't stop playing chess," his father, Vijay, continued.&nbsp;

New Delhi boy Aarit, also a Candidate Master, took part in this online event from his hotel room in Batumi, Georgia, where he continues to compete in the FIDE World Cadets Cup under-10 category.

Chess seems to blossom in abundance in India. Weeks after Grandmaster D Gukesh beat the world number one, Magnus Carlsen, in the Norway Chess 2025 competition, another Indian, this time a nine-year-old prodigy named Aarit Kapil from New Delhi’s Mayur Vihar, almost came close to creating history before settling for a draw. Aarit, a fifth-grade student in Somerville School, who began playing chess just four years ago, maintained a winning position against Carlsen in an online blitz game during the Early Titled Tuesday competition before time constraints led to a majestic draw in the 49th move. The Titled Tuesday competition is exclusively open to players with FIDE titles, featuring elite Grandmasters like Hikaru Nakamura, Fabiano Caruana, and former world champion Vladimir Kramnik. Also read | 'Made wrong friends, devoted less time to practice': Prithvi Shaw reflects on his downfall New Delhi boy Aarit, also a Candidate Master, took part in this online event from his hotel room in Batumi, Georgia, where he continues to compete in the FIDE World Cadets Cup under-10 category. Meanwhile, drawing against the five-time world champion counts for something for the nine-year-old Aarit. This achievement adds to his already decorated cabinet, which includes him becoming the third-youngest ever to defeat a Grandmaster in classical time control when he beat the 66-year-old Raset Ziatdinov of the US in December last year. Vijay, Aarit’s father, revealed his son’s journey from an amateur to a professional in just a week. "He was five years old when his elder sister Aarna taught him chess. In one week, he was beating us. Not like I am a serious player - I am the equivalent of a bathroom singer in the sport: a casual player,” Vijay said in a chat with The Indian Express. “But we saw his potential, so we got him working with a coach. And in a few days, he won an international online tournament.” "Sometimes when he has a bad tournament, we jokingly tell him we'll stop your chess, to which he says, ‘Do whatever you can, I won't stop playing chess," his father, Vijay, continued.

New Delhi boy Aarit, also a Candidate Master, took part in this online event from his hotel room in Batumi, Georgia, where he continues to compete in the FIDE World Cadets Cup under-10 category.

Aarit Kapil, 9-year-old New Delhi boy, shocks chess world no.1 Magnus Carlsen with draw, who is he?

In a big update for India's T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav, the star batter has successfully undergone surgery for a sports hernia in Germany. The 34-year-old shared the news with fans on Instagram, saying he had surgery on the lower right side of his abdomen and is now recovering well. He had recently travelled to the UK to meet a specialist who recommended the operation. Sharing a post on Instagram, Suryakumar wrote: 'Life Update: Underwent surgery for a sports hernia in the lower right abdomen. Grateful to share that after a smooth surgery, I’m already on the road to recovery. Can’t wait to be back.'&nbsp;With Surya starting his recovery, fans are now curious about when he might return to play for India. At the moment, the Indian team is playing a five-match Test series against England, with the hosts winning the first match in Leeds by five wickets. England opener Ben Duckett scored a hundred (149) while Joe Root scored an unbeaten 53 in the fourth innings as England completed their second-highest and third overall successful chase at home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="Players to play most T20 matches in cricket history">Players to play most T20 matches in cricket history</a>&nbsp;After the England series, India will play Bangladesh in three ODIs and three T20Is, starting from August 17. Although Suryakumar has said he is healing well, there is no exact date for his comeback.&nbsp;About his cricket journey, Suryakumar Yadav has made a big name for himself in T20 cricket. He is currently the captain of India’s T20I team and is likely to lead the side in the T20 World Cup in 2026.&nbsp;&nbsp;Thus far, Suryakumar has played 121 international matches across all formats and has scored 3,379 runs, and is known for his explosive batting in the shortest format; he remains a key player for India’s future campaigns.&nbsp;

After the Test series against England, India will play Bangladesh in three ODIs and three T20Is, starting from August 17, 2025.

In a big update for India's T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav, the star batter has successfully undergone surgery for a sports hernia in Germany. The 34-year-old shared the news with fans on Instagram, saying he had surgery on the lower right side of his abdomen and is now recovering well. He had recently travelled to the UK to meet a specialist who recommended the operation. Sharing a post on Instagram, Suryakumar wrote: 'Life Update: Underwent surgery for a sports hernia in the lower right abdomen. Grateful to share that after a smooth surgery, I’m already on the road to recovery. Can’t wait to be back.' With Surya starting his recovery, fans are now curious about when he might return to play for India. At the moment, the Indian team is playing a five-match Test series against England, with the hosts winning the first match in Leeds by five wickets. England opener Ben Duckett scored a hundred (149) while Joe Root scored an unbeaten 53 in the fourth innings as England completed their second-highest and third overall successful chase at home. Also Check - Players to play most T20 matches in cricket history After the England series, India will play Bangladesh in three ODIs and three T20Is, starting from August 17. Although Suryakumar has said he is healing well, there is no exact date for his comeback. About his cricket journey, Suryakumar Yadav has made a big name for himself in T20 cricket. He is currently the captain of India’s T20I team and is likely to lead the side in the T20 World Cup in 2026. Thus far, Suryakumar has played 121 international matches across all formats and has scored 3,379 runs, and is known for his explosive batting in the shortest format; he remains a key player for India’s future campaigns.

After the Test series against England, India will play Bangladesh in three ODIs and three T20Is, starting from August 17, 2025.

Suryakumar Yadav drops MAJOR life update, says ‘can’t wait to be back’

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj is under fire after a below-par bowling performance in the opening Test against England at Headingley. The Indian pacer picked just two wickets in the first innings and went wicketless in the second, as India failed to defend a 371-run target, losing the first Test of the five-match series. Siraj shared the new ball with Jasprit Bumrah, but unlike his senior partner, who picked a fifer in the first innings, Siraj couldn’t make enough impact.&nbsp;&nbsp;While he did cause some trouble for the English opener Zak Crawley and almost dismissed Ben Duckett on 97 (only for Yashasvi Jaiswal to drop the catch), the overall performance left cricket pundits and experts disappointed. His recent form has also raised concerns: the pacer scalped just eight wickets in his last 10 Tests.&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2025-2nd-test-birmingham-added-to-india-squad-ahead-of-leeds-test-kkr-quick-harshit-rana-sent-home-report-gautam-gambhir-1750917949790">IND vs ENG: Added to India squad just ahead of Leeds Test, KKR seamer Harshit Rana sent home – Report</a>&nbsp;Former India batter Mohammad Kaif left no words while slamming Siraj's inconsistent bowling. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Kaif said, “People say Siraj bowls with heart. But sir, don’t bowl with your heart, bowl with your mind, with the right line and length to take wickets.”<h2>England outplayed the Indian bowlers</h2>Kaif further explained how England batters dealt smartly with Bumrah by playing him cautiously and going after the other three bowlers: Siraj, Shardul Thakur, and Prasidh Krishna. This strategy allowed them to keep the scoreboard ticking without any risks. This strategy helped England chase the target.&nbsp;“Why didn’t Bumrah take wickets in the second innings? Because England played him safely and targeted others. That made the game plan simple,” Kaif added.&nbsp;He even took it a step further by suggesting that the current pace battery isn't assisting captain Shubman Gill. Kaif said if Gill had the experience of bowlers like Mohammed Shami, Ishant Sharma, and Bumrah together, India would’ve likely won the Test series.&nbsp;“In the same bowling lineup, give Gill Shami, Ishant, and Bumrah—and I guarantee he’ll win the series. These are bowlers who know how to take 20 wickets,” he concluded.

Siraj shared the new ball with Bumrah, but unlike his senior partner, who picked a fifer in the first innings, Siraj couldn’t make enough impact.  

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj is under fire after a below-par bowling performance in the opening Test against England at Headingley. The Indian pacer picked just two wickets in the first innings and went wicketless in the second, as India failed to defend a 371-run target, losing the first Test of the five-match series. Siraj shared the new ball with Jasprit Bumrah, but unlike his senior partner, who picked a fifer in the first innings, Siraj couldn’t make enough impact. While he did cause some trouble for the English opener Zak Crawley and almost dismissed Ben Duckett on 97 (only for Yashasvi Jaiswal to drop the catch), the overall performance left cricket pundits and experts disappointed. His recent form has also raised concerns: the pacer scalped just eight wickets in his last 10 Tests. Also Read | IND vs ENG: Added to India squad just ahead of Leeds Test, KKR seamer Harshit Rana sent home – Report Former India batter Mohammad Kaif left no words while slamming Siraj's inconsistent bowling. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Kaif said, “People say Siraj bowls with heart. But sir, don’t bowl with your heart, bowl with your mind, with the right line and length to take wickets.” England outplayed the Indian bowlers Kaif further explained how England batters dealt smartly with Bumrah by playing him cautiously and going after the other three bowlers: Siraj, Shardul Thakur, and Prasidh Krishna. This strategy allowed them to keep the scoreboard ticking without any risks. This strategy helped England chase the target. “Why didn’t Bumrah take wickets in the second innings? Because England played him safely and targeted others. That made the game plan simple,” Kaif added. He even took it a step further by suggesting that the current pace battery isn't assisting captain Shubman Gill. Kaif said if Gill had the experience of bowlers like Mohammed Shami, Ishant Sharma, and Bumrah together, India would’ve likely won the Test series. “In the same bowling lineup, give Gill Shami, Ishant, and Bumrah—and I guarantee he’ll win the series. These are bowlers who know how to take 20 wickets,” he concluded.

Siraj shared the new ball with Jasprit Bumrah, but unlike his senior partner, who picked a fifer in the first innings, Siraj couldn’t make enough impact. &nbsp;

IND vs ENG 2025: Mohammed Siraj faces heat after Headingley Test failure; Kaif says 'use mind, not just heart'

Prithvi Shaw vanished from the cricket scene like he never existed. Once touted to be the next big thing in Indian cricket, Shaw, who was making headlines much before he led India to the Under-19 World Cup title in 2018, reflects on his downfall. The right-handed opener was all over the news and internet for his dashing Test debut hundred against West Indies in Rajkot; however, he still maintains that popularity across both platforms, but for all the wrong reasons now. Although the then India coach Ravi Shastri called him a fusion of Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, and Brian Lara, Shaw is nowhere close to what those cricket giants achieved by his age now.&nbsp;Shaw, however, admitted to being distracted during his steep rise early in his cricket journey, which saw him make 'wrong friends' and decisions, triggering his career collapse. Once a promising opening batter, Shaw also revealed that cutting down on cricket practice from eight hours to four hours a day also aided his downfall.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2025-2nd-test-birmingham-added-to-india-squad-ahead-of-leeds-test-kkr-quick-harshit-rana-sent-home-report-gautam-gambhir-1750917949790">IND vs ENG: Added to India squad just ahead of Leeds Test, KKR seamer Harshit Rana sent home – Report</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, Shaw endured a tough time both on and off the field last season. Barring the off-field controversies that put his name in a bad light, Shaw suffered blows related to cricket as well. After Mumbai dropped him from the playing XI in the Ranji Trophy over poor form, fitness and disciplinary issues, Shaw found no place in their Vijay Hazare Trophy squad as well.&nbsp; &nbsp;To make things worse, none of the 10 IPL teams bid for him at the last mega auction in November 2024. Besides, Delhi Capitals (DC), Shaw's previous IPL franchise, also decided against retaining him ahead of the mega auction. &nbsp;“There are a lot of things. It is different for people to see. Because I know what has happened. I can understand it. I have taken a lot of wrong decisions in life. I started giving less time to cricket. I used to practice a lot. For example, I used to bat for 3-4 hours in nets. I never got tired of batting. I used to go to the ground for half a day. I admit that there was a distraction,” Shaw said in a chat with News24. &nbsp;“After that, I started considering what was not necessary as necessary. I made some wrong friends. Because I was at the top at that time. Friendship is also formed. Then they took me here and there. All those things. Then I got away from the track. I used to give 8 hours of practice on the ground. Now it is 4 hours,” he continued.&nbsp; &nbsp;Meanwhile, Prithvi Shaw’s international career includes five Tests, six ODIs, and one T20I for India. He will now represent another state team in the Ranji Trophy after receiving the required No-Objection Certificate (NoC) to leave Mumbai cricket.

Although former India coach Ravi Shastri once called him a fusion of Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, and Brian Lara, Shaw is nowhere close to what those cricket giants achieved by his age now.

Prithvi Shaw vanished from the cricket scene like he never existed. Once touted to be the next big thing in Indian cricket, Shaw, who was making headlines much before he led India to the Under-19 World Cup title in 2018, reflects on his downfall. The right-handed opener was all over the news and internet for his dashing Test debut hundred against West Indies in Rajkot; however, he still maintains that popularity across both platforms, but for all the wrong reasons now. Although the then India coach Ravi Shastri called him a fusion of Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, and Brian Lara, Shaw is nowhere close to what those cricket giants achieved by his age now. Shaw, however, admitted to being distracted during his steep rise early in his cricket journey, which saw him make 'wrong friends' and decisions, triggering his career collapse. Once a promising opening batter, Shaw also revealed that cutting down on cricket practice from eight hours to four hours a day also aided his downfall. Also read | IND vs ENG: Added to India squad just ahead of Leeds Test, KKR seamer Harshit Rana sent home – Report Meanwhile, Shaw endured a tough time both on and off the field last season. Barring the off-field controversies that put his name in a bad light, Shaw suffered blows related to cricket as well. After Mumbai dropped him from the playing XI in the Ranji Trophy over poor form, fitness and disciplinary issues, Shaw found no place in their Vijay Hazare Trophy squad as well. To make things worse, none of the 10 IPL teams bid for him at the last mega auction in November 2024. Besides, Delhi Capitals (DC), Shaw's previous IPL franchise, also decided against retaining him ahead of the mega auction. “There are a lot of things. It is different for people to see. Because I know what has happened. I can understand it. I have taken a lot of wrong decisions in life. I started giving less time to cricket. I used to practice a lot. For example, I used to bat for 3-4 hours in nets. I never got tired of batting. I used to go to the ground for half a day. I admit that there was a distraction,” Shaw said in a chat with News24. “After that, I started considering what was not necessary as necessary. I made some wrong friends. Because I was at the top at that time. Friendship is also formed. Then they took me here and there. All those things. Then I got away from the track. I used to give 8 hours of practice on the ground. Now it is 4 hours,” he continued. Meanwhile, Prithvi Shaw’s international career includes five Tests, six ODIs, and one T20I for India. He will now represent another state team in the Ranji Trophy after receiving the required No-Objection Certificate (NoC) to leave Mumbai cricket.

Although former India coach Ravi Shastri once called him a fusion of Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, and Brian Lara, Shaw is nowhere close to what those cricket giants achieved by his age now.

'Made wrong friends, devoted less time to practice': Prithvi Shaw reflects on his downfall

Just one day after India conceded the Leeds Test against England by five wickets, the touring team began making changes in the quest for getting back on track in this five-match Test series. Shubman Gill-led Indian Team took on the hosts at Headingley in the series opener, and despite having hit five centuries across both innings, they failed to capitalise on it. Though mediocre bowling, barring Jasprit Bumrah’s, and missed chances on the field led to this result, the team management decided to release India and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) seamer Harshit Rana ahead of the second Test in Edgbaston starting next Wednesday (Jul 2).&nbsp;A Times of India (TOI) report confirms that Rana, added to the side as the backup quick following the intra-squad game between the senior side and India-A, did not travel with the team to Birmingham, which left on Wednesday morning and is said to be released and sent home.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wi-vs-aus-1st-test-barbados-shamar-joseph-gives-apt-reply-to-ian-healy-you-are-no-curtly-ambrose-remark-1750914911305">Shamar Joseph replies to Ian Healy’s ‘You’re no Ambrose’ remark with four-for on day one against AUS</a> &nbsp;Although he hopped in as an injury cover for one of the seamers suffering a niggle, per team head coach Gautam Gambhir, his release came shortly after Rana’s former KKR mentor (Gautam) revealed all fast bowlers are fit and raring to go for the second Test starting in six days.&nbsp; &nbsp;"I haven't spoken to the chairman selector; I will speak to the chairman of selectors because there was a bit of a niggle in the group. That is why we wanted him as a backup. But at the moment, everything looks fine, so if everyone is fine, he would have to fly back," Gambhir said earlier. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Rana made his Test debut against Australia in the BGT opener late last year, picking Travis Head as his maiden Test wicket. He bagged two more in Perth, but never looked like threatening the Aussies across the remaining three innings he played on the tour. After India conceded the second Test in Adelaide, the management looked beyond him for the remainder of the tour.<h2>‘Depth? Yes! Skill? No’ &nbsp;</h2>Barring Bumrah, who broke multiple records with his first-inning five-for in Leeds, neither of the pacers, including Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna and Shardul Thakur, were anywhere close to backing up Bumrah with top-class bowling across two innings. &nbsp;Besides them, India has two pacers waiting in the wings for their turns – uncapped left-armer Arshdeep Singh and Test specialist Akash Deep Singh. Seam-bowling all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy can also offer his medium pace should he get the chance on this tour.&nbsp;

Added to squad ahead of Leeds Test, KKR quick Harshit Rana sent home – Report

Just one day after India conceded the Leeds Test against England by five wickets, the touring team began making changes in the quest for getting back on track in this five-match Test series. Shubman Gill-led Indian Team took on the hosts at Headingley in the series opener, and despite having hit five centuries across both innings, they failed to capitalise on it. Though mediocre bowling, barring Jasprit Bumrah’s, and missed chances on the field led to this result, the team management decided to release India and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) seamer Harshit Rana ahead of the second Test in Edgbaston starting next Wednesday (Jul 2). A Times of India (TOI) report confirms that Rana, added to the side as the backup quick following the intra-squad game between the senior side and India-A, did not travel with the team to Birmingham, which left on Wednesday morning and is said to be released and sent home. Also read | Shamar Joseph replies to Ian Healy’s ‘You’re no Ambrose’ remark with four-for on day one against AUS Although he hopped in as an injury cover for one of the seamers suffering a niggle, per team head coach Gautam Gambhir, his release came shortly after Rana’s former KKR mentor (Gautam) revealed all fast bowlers are fit and raring to go for the second Test starting in six days. "I haven't spoken to the chairman selector; I will speak to the chairman of selectors because there was a bit of a niggle in the group. That is why we wanted him as a backup. But at the moment, everything looks fine, so if everyone is fine, he would have to fly back," Gambhir said earlier. Meanwhile, Rana made his Test debut against Australia in the BGT opener late last year, picking Travis Head as his maiden Test wicket. He bagged two more in Perth, but never looked like threatening the Aussies across the remaining three innings he played on the tour. After India conceded the second Test in Adelaide, the management looked beyond him for the remainder of the tour. ‘Depth? Yes! Skill? No’ Barring Bumrah, who broke multiple records with his first-inning five-for in Leeds, neither of the pacers, including Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna and Shardul Thakur, were anywhere close to backing up Bumrah with top-class bowling across two innings. Besides them, India has two pacers waiting in the wings for their turns – uncapped left-armer Arshdeep Singh and Test specialist Akash Deep Singh. Seam-bowling all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy can also offer his medium pace should he get the chance on this tour.

Harshit Rana was part of the India-A squad that played an intra-squad game against the senior side ahead of the series opener in Leeds.

IND vs ENG: Added to India squad just ahead of Leeds Test, KKR seamer Harshit Rana sent home – Report

West Indies' newest pace sensation, Shamar Joseph, loves playing against Australia. After breaking the internet with his match-winning seven-wicket haul (7/68) against the mighty Aussies at the Gabba in Brisbane early last year, Joseph returned to haunt them on day one of the ongoing first Test in Barbados. The right-arm quick picked four wickets in the first innings, breaking Australia's momentum upfront; that, however, was also an apt reply to former Aussie keeper-batter Ian Healy, who poked Joseph ahead of the series opener for warning Sam Konstas, saying, “You are not Curtly Ambrose champ.”&nbsp;Healy retired from the game a long time ago but continues to make headlines; this time, however, for other reasons. After Joseph warned Konstas, “Just look out, that’s all,” Healy reacted to it on the SENQ Breakfast podcast, saying,&nbsp; &nbsp;“He’s (Joseph) picked on the 19-year-old again. He’s had a terrible year since he went through us at the Gabba. He had this toe that had blown up and didn’t think he could play, he got out of his injury bed after someone said just come down and try it, and then he realised, ‘Oh, you can play with pain. Shamar has come out today and said (to Konstas)’ Just look out and watch what is coming’. &nbsp;“OK Shamar, well, you’ve delivered crap all year. So, he better improve, that’s what I’m saying in the dressing room. He’s got real trouble. You’re not Curtly Ambrose champ,” Healy said in a pointed reference.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wi-vs-aus-1st-test-2025-fast-bowlers-headline-14-wicket-day-one-in-barbados-jayden-seales-shamar-joseph-travis-head-pat-cummins-1750909756095">WI vs AUS, 1st Test: Fast bowlers headline 14-wicket day one in Barbados</a> &nbsp;Joseph was on the song from the ball one in Barbados. Sharing the new cherry with Jayden Seales, who picked a five-wicket haul in the first innings, his first against Australia in Tests, Joseph removed Konstas, trapped in the front on three, before removing Aussie new number three Cameron Green cheaply. Joseph was again among the wickets following a decent stand between Usman Khawaja and Travis Head, removing the Aussie opener on 47.&nbsp;&nbsp;His best delivery of the day came later in the innings, when he dismissed all-rounder Beau Webster clean bowled on 11. The lanky batter played the wrong line as the ball zipped off the pitch and kept straight, knocking the off stump.&nbsp;Watch Video - &nbsp;

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Although Joseph returned with four wickets on day one, which saw 14 wickets falling across both innings, he could have completed his five-for had the ball that edged Travis Head’s bat not kissed the ground on the way to the keeper’s gloves. Meanwhile, Seales was the one who returned with five wickets instead, completing five for 60 in 15.5 overs.&nbsp; &nbsp;After dismissing Australia on 180 in the first innings, West Indies were reduced to 57 for four in reply, with debutant Brandon King batting alongside captain Roston Chase.

Although Joseph returned with four wickets on day one, which saw 14 wickets falling across both innings, he could have completed his five-for had the ball that edged Travis Head’s bat not kissed the ground on the way to the keeper’s gloves.

West Indies' newest pace sensation, Shamar Joseph, loves playing against Australia. After breaking the internet with his match-winning seven-wicket haul (7/68) against the mighty Aussies at the Gabba in Brisbane early last year, Joseph returned to haunt them on day one of the ongoing first Test in Barbados. The right-arm quick picked four wickets in the first innings, breaking Australia's momentum upfront; that, however, was also an apt reply to former Aussie keeper-batter Ian Healy, who poked Joseph ahead of the series opener for warning Sam Konstas, saying, “You are not Curtly Ambrose champ.” Healy retired from the game a long time ago but continues to make headlines; this time, however, for other reasons. After Joseph warned Konstas, “Just look out, that’s all,” Healy reacted to it on the SENQ Breakfast podcast, saying, “He’s (Joseph) picked on the 19-year-old again. He’s had a terrible year since he went through us at the Gabba. He had this toe that had blown up and didn’t think he could play, he got out of his injury bed after someone said just come down and try it, and then he realised, ‘Oh, you can play with pain. Shamar has come out today and said (to Konstas)’ Just look out and watch what is coming’. “OK Shamar, well, you’ve delivered crap all year. So, he better improve, that’s what I’m saying in the dressing room. He’s got real trouble. You’re not Curtly Ambrose champ,” Healy said in a pointed reference. Also read | WI vs AUS, 1st Test: Fast bowlers headline 14-wicket day one in Barbados Joseph was on the song from the ball one in Barbados. Sharing the new cherry with Jayden Seales, who picked a five-wicket haul in the first innings, his first against Australia in Tests, Joseph removed Konstas, trapped in the front on three, before removing Aussie new number three Cameron Green cheaply. Joseph was again among the wickets following a decent stand between Usman Khawaja and Travis Head, removing the Aussie opener on 47. His best delivery of the day came later in the innings, when he dismissed all-rounder Beau Webster clean bowled on 11. The lanky batter played the wrong line as the ball zipped off the pitch and kept straight, knocking the off stump. Watch Video -

Although Joseph returned with four wickets on day one, which saw 14 wickets falling across both innings, he could have completed his five-for had the ball that edged Travis Head’s bat not kissed the ground on the way to the keeper’s gloves.

Shamar Joseph replies to Ian Healy’s ‘You’re no Ambrose’ remark with four-for on day one against AUS

New Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso warned his team's stars, including Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe, on Wednesday that they must all pitch in defensively. Last season, under Carlo Ancelotti, Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy, and the Italian was at times exasperated with his forward line's unwillingness to work hard enough for the sake of the team as a whole.&nbsp;"What I am certain of is that we need and want everyone to defend - the 11 players on the pitch have to be involved defensively," Alonso told a news conference ahead of Madrid's Club World Cup clash against RB Salzburg. "They have to get close together, they have to know how we want to press, and without that, things will be very complicated.&nbsp;"Vini, Jude (Bellingham), Fede (Valverde), Kylian, those up front, the defence has to push forward too."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/inter-milan-borussia-dortmund-advance-to-club-world-cup-last-16-argentina-river-plate-eliminated-1750910966146">Inter Milan, Borussia Dortmund advance to Club World Cup’s last 16, Argentina’s River Plate eliminated</a>&nbsp;Ancelotti said last season that he was not concerned if Mbappe pressed or not and wanted the striker to focus on goalscoring. The 26-year-old netted 43 goals across all competitions in his first season at the Santiago Bernabeu after his move from Paris Saint-Germain.&nbsp;Real Madrid face Austrian side Salzburg in Philadelphia on Thursday, looking to seal top spot in their final Group H match, but will be without Mbappe. The French superstar was not named as part of the squad to take on Salzburg as he continues his recovery from a stomach bug. Mbappe missed the team's first two matches but returned to training on Wednesday.&nbsp;"I was happy to see him on the (training) pitch, it was the first day he's got his boots back on and has been running, he's doing well, but not enough to play tomorrow with the level that we need," said Alonso. "He said it himself when we spoke after training, he prefers to be ready for the last 16, he's in the recovery process, he wasn't perfect for tomorrow."&nbsp;In Madrid's second match, a 3-1 win over Mexican side Pachuca, Brazilian forward Rodrygo was left on the bench, amid speculation he could depart the club this summer.&nbsp;However, Alonso said the Brazilian was still a valuable member of the team.&nbsp;"He's doing well, he's enthusiastic, it was a technical decision (to bench him) the other day, but Rodrygo is still an important player, we will need him in this Club World Cup," said Alonso. "He's a special player and he will have a big role at this tournament."&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 the WION audience.

Last season, under Carlo Ancelotti, Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy, and the Italian was at times exasperated with his forward line's unwillingness to work hard enough for the sake of the team as a whole.

New Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso warned his team's stars, including Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe, on Wednesday that they must all pitch in defensively. Last season, under Carlo Ancelotti, Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy, and the Italian was at times exasperated with his forward line's unwillingness to work hard enough for the sake of the team as a whole. "What I am certain of is that we need and want everyone to defend - the 11 players on the pitch have to be involved defensively," Alonso told a news conference ahead of Madrid's Club World Cup clash against RB Salzburg. "They have to get close together, they have to know how we want to press, and without that, things will be very complicated. "Vini, Jude (Bellingham), Fede (Valverde), Kylian, those up front, the defence has to push forward too." Also read | Inter Milan, Borussia Dortmund advance to Club World Cup’s last 16, Argentina’s River Plate eliminated Ancelotti said last season that he was not concerned if Mbappe pressed or not and wanted the striker to focus on goalscoring. The 26-year-old netted 43 goals across all competitions in his first season at the Santiago Bernabeu after his move from Paris Saint-Germain. Real Madrid face Austrian side Salzburg in Philadelphia on Thursday, looking to seal top spot in their final Group H match, but will be without Mbappe. The French superstar was not named as part of the squad to take on Salzburg as he continues his recovery from a stomach bug. Mbappe missed the team's first two matches but returned to training on Wednesday. "I was happy to see him on the (training) pitch, it was the first day he's got his boots back on and has been running, he's doing well, but not enough to play tomorrow with the level that we need," said Alonso. "He said it himself when we spoke after training, he prefers to be ready for the last 16, he's in the recovery process, he wasn't perfect for tomorrow." In Madrid's second match, a 3-1 win over Mexican side Pachuca, Brazilian forward Rodrygo was left on the bench, amid speculation he could depart the club this summer. However, Alonso said the Brazilian was still a valuable member of the team. "He's doing well, he's enthusiastic, it was a technical decision (to bench him) the other day, but Rodrygo is still an important player, we will need him in this Club World Cup," said Alonso. "He's a special player and he will have a big role at this tournament." 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 the WION audience.

Last season, under Carlo Ancelotti, Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy, and the Italian was at times exasperated with his forward line's unwillingness to work hard enough for the sake of the team as a whole.

Madrid’s new coach Alonso urges Vinicius, Mbappe to be involved defensively for team sake

Inter Milan kept their cool to beat nine-man River Plate 2-0 and reach the Club World Cup last 16 on Wednesday, while Mexican side Monterrey followed them through from Group E. Borussia Dortmund defeated Ulsan HD 1-0 to claim top spot in Group F and the Germans will face Sergio Ramos' Monterrey, who thrashed Urawa Red Diamonds 4-0. Meanwhile, Argentine powerhouses River Plate were eliminated after their defeat by Inter, who will take on more South American opposition on Monday in Charlotte, in the shape of Fluminense. The Brazilian side could only draw 0-0 against South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns, but it was enough to claim second place behind Dortmund.&nbsp;Champions League runners-up Inter faced a battle in Seattle against an aggressive River Plate side who had Lucas Martinez and Gonzalo Montiel sent off in front of 45,000 fans at Lumen Field.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/nba-draft-us-college-teenager-cooper-flagg-goes-to-dallas-mavericks-as-top-pick-1750910464180">NBA Draft: US teenager Cooper Flagg goes to Dallas Mavericks as top pick</a>&nbsp;Francesco Esposito scored his first Inter goal to put the Italians ahead, and Alessandro Bastoni made the game safe late on for Christian Chivu's side.&nbsp;"In the first half, we were surprised by their intensity, aggression and pressure," said Chivu.&nbsp;"Then in the second half we raised our level of intensity... we're strong, confident and have players who can play such a game."&nbsp;With Monterrey ahead against Urawa, River needed a winner to progress, but their job got harder when Martinez was sent off after 66 minutes for hacking down veteran Henrikh Mkhitaryan.&nbsp;Six minutes later, teenage striker Esposito steered home the opener to leave River on the brink.&nbsp;Bastoni ensured Inter's progress as he drilled home, before River's Gonzalo Montiel picked up a second yellow and was dismissed.&nbsp;There were ugly scenes at the end as River fans threw objects at Inter players leaving the pitch.&nbsp;Both Argentine teams at the tournament, River and their rivals, Boca Juniors, have been eliminated despite their fans creating vibrant atmospheres.&nbsp;"It's a shame for all the people who came en masse to watch the team that we couldn't give them the chance to keep going," said disappointed River coach Marcelo Gallardo.&nbsp;Three goals in a nine-minute first-half spell helped Monterrey defeat Urawa at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena in front of a crowd of only 14,000.&nbsp;Nelson Deossa smashed home a spectacular long-distance effort to open the scoring, and German Berterame rolled the second in at the far post.&nbsp;Former Porto winger Jesus Corona walloped home the third with another fine effort from over 30 yards out, and Berterame struck again late on, as the Japanese side departed with three defeats.&nbsp;"This is what we were looking for, we gave everything -- from the first match until this one, they've all been tough," said Berterame.&nbsp;Monterrey face Dortmund in Atlanta on Tuesday.<h2>Dortmund claim top spot</h2>&nbsp;A solitary first-half goal by Daniel Svensson earned Dortmund top spot in Group F in sweltering Cincinnati heat.&nbsp;Dortmund's second straight victory by a one-goal margin, following their 4-3 defeat of Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday, was watched by only just over 8,000 spectators in Cincinnati, among them US Vice President JD Vance and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.&nbsp;"We can be satisfied. I think our performance was better than in the first two matches," said Dortmund coach Niko Kovac.&nbsp;He has spoken regularly at the tournament about the difficulties posed by the searing June heat in the United States.&nbsp;"What the boys are doing is incredible. Thirty-six degrees Celsius (96.8 degrees Fahrenheit) and 43 degrees in the stadium," Kovac said.&nbsp;Ulsan go home with three defeats from three games, while Fluminense are through after their draw against Sundowns, meaning all four Brazilian teams in the competition have progressed to the knockout phase.&nbsp;Sundowns' exit means none of the four African clubs who came to the tournament will feature in the last 16, but their performances mean they can go home with their heads held high.&nbsp;"We leave and go home with our heads up because we are much stronger than we were when we came here," said the South African champions' coach, Miguel Cardoso.&nbsp;On Thursday, Manchester City face Juventus in a battle for top spot in Group G, while Spanish giants Real Madrid face RB Salzburg as they bid to progress from Group H.&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 the WION audience.

Inter Milan, Borussia Dortmund advance to Club World Cup’s last 16, Argentina’s River Plate eliminated

Inter Milan kept their cool to beat nine-man River Plate 2-0 and reach the Club World Cup last 16 on Wednesday, while Mexican side Monterrey followed them through from Group E. Borussia Dortmund defeated Ulsan HD 1-0 to claim top spot in Group F and the Germans will face Sergio Ramos' Monterrey, who thrashed Urawa Red Diamonds 4-0. Meanwhile, Argentine powerhouses River Plate were eliminated after their defeat by Inter, who will take on more South American opposition on Monday in Charlotte, in the shape of Fluminense. The Brazilian side could only draw 0-0 against South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns, but it was enough to claim second place behind Dortmund. Champions League runners-up Inter faced a battle in Seattle against an aggressive River Plate side who had Lucas Martinez and Gonzalo Montiel sent off in front of 45,000 fans at Lumen Field. Also read | NBA Draft: US teenager Cooper Flagg goes to Dallas Mavericks as top pick Francesco Esposito scored his first Inter goal to put the Italians ahead, and Alessandro Bastoni made the game safe late on for Christian Chivu's side. "In the first half, we were surprised by their intensity, aggression and pressure," said Chivu. "Then in the second half we raised our level of intensity... we're strong, confident and have players who can play such a game." With Monterrey ahead against Urawa, River needed a winner to progress, but their job got harder when Martinez was sent off after 66 minutes for hacking down veteran Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Six minutes later, teenage striker Esposito steered home the opener to leave River on the brink. Bastoni ensured Inter's progress as he drilled home, before River's Gonzalo Montiel picked up a second yellow and was dismissed. There were ugly scenes at the end as River fans threw objects at Inter players leaving the pitch. Both Argentine teams at the tournament, River and their rivals, Boca Juniors, have been eliminated despite their fans creating vibrant atmospheres. "It's a shame for all the people who came en masse to watch the team that we couldn't give them the chance to keep going," said disappointed River coach Marcelo Gallardo. Three goals in a nine-minute first-half spell helped Monterrey defeat Urawa at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena in front of a crowd of only 14,000. Nelson Deossa smashed home a spectacular long-distance effort to open the scoring, and German Berterame rolled the second in at the far post. Former Porto winger Jesus Corona walloped home the third with another fine effort from over 30 yards out, and Berterame struck again late on, as the Japanese side departed with three defeats. "This is what we were looking for, we gave everything -- from the first match until this one, they've all been tough," said Berterame. Monterrey face Dortmund in Atlanta on Tuesday. Dortmund claim top spot A solitary first-half goal by Daniel Svensson earned Dortmund top spot in Group F in sweltering Cincinnati heat. Dortmund's second straight victory by a one-goal margin, following their 4-3 defeat of Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday, was watched by only just over 8,000 spectators in Cincinnati, among them US Vice President JD Vance and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino. "We can be satisfied. I think our performance was better than in the first two matches," said Dortmund coach Niko Kovac. He has spoken regularly at the tournament about the difficulties posed by the searing June heat in the United States. "What the boys are doing is incredible. Thirty-six degrees Celsius (96.8 degrees Fahrenheit) and 43 degrees in the stadium," Kovac said. Ulsan go home with three defeats from three games, while Fluminense are through after their draw against Sundowns, meaning all four Brazilian teams in the competition have progressed to the knockout phase. Sundowns' exit means none of the four African clubs who came to the tournament will feature in the last 16, but their performances mean they can go home with their heads held high. "We leave and go home with our heads up because we are much stronger than we were when we came here," said the South African champions' coach, Miguel Cardoso. On Thursday, Manchester City face Juventus in a battle for top spot in Group G, while Spanish giants Real Madrid face RB Salzburg as they bid to progress from Group H. 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 the WION audience.

Argentine powerhouses River Plate were eliminated after their defeat by Inter, who will take on more South American opposition on Monday in Charlotte, in the shape of Fluminense.

Versatile US college teen star Cooper Flagg was selected first overall in the NBA draft on Wednesday by the Dallas Mavericks, where he'll join a star-laden team already touted as a playoff threat next season. Flagg, 18, a consensus pick as the top US college player as a freshman at Duke University last season, is the second-youngest player taken first overall. Superstar LeBron James was eight days younger when he was taken first overall in 2003 by the Cleveland Cavaliers.&nbsp;"It feels surreal," Flagg said after his name was called at the Brooklyn Nets' Barclays Center arena, where his family was by his side. "I'm just playing the moments back in my head, standing up, hearing my name, and it went so fast. It feels like a blur, but I just feel really blessed and honoured to be here."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-luis-rubiales-disgraced-ex-spain-football-chief-to-appeal-against-court-verdict-in-hermoso-kissing-case-1750873177256">Luis Rubiales, disgraced ex-Spain football chief, to appeal against court verdict in 'Hermoso kissing' case</a>&nbsp;The Mavericks beat the odds to land the top pick in the draft lottery and, as expected, grabbed Flagg, who averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.4 blocked shots per game for the Blue Devils, who lost to Houston in the semi-finals of the NCAA collegiate tournament.&nbsp;The 6-foot-9 (2.06m) player from Maine is a two-way playmaker and could be just the player Mavericks fans need to put aside the outrage triggered by the trade of star guard Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis in February.&nbsp;That move broke up a squad that had reached the NBA Finals in 2024, and the Mavericks were eliminated in the play-in tournament this year.&nbsp;But with Flagg now the third number one pick on the Mavs' roster, alongside Davis and Kyrie Irving, Dallas will be eyeing another deep playoff run.<h2>Ready to learn</h2>&nbsp;"I'm looking forward to being successful and winning a lot of games for sure," Flagg said. "I keep saying I'm excited to be a sponge, to get down there and just learn, be surrounded by Hall of Fame-calibre guys, and just to be able to learn from them."&nbsp;The San Antonio Spurs took Rutgers University guard Dylan Harper with the second overall selection -- the third straight year the Spurs have had a top-four pick.&nbsp;In 2023, the Spurs made French star Victor Wembanyama the No. 1 overall selection and last year they took Stephon Castle with the fourth overall pick -- both going on to earn Rookie of the Year honours.&nbsp;Harper, the son of five-time NBA champion Ron Harper, averaged 19/4 points per game on 48.4 per cent shooting -- astonishing numbers for a freshman.&nbsp;The Philadelphia 76ers, whose litany of injuries this past season included Joe Embiid's protracted knee trouble that saw his season end in February and groin and knee injuries that cut short Paul George's season, selected VJ Edgecomb, a native of the Bahamas who played for Baylor University.&nbsp;Flagg's Duke teammate Kon Knueppel went to the Charlotte Hornets as the fourth overall pick, and Ace Bailey of Rutgers went to Utah at number five.&nbsp;Khaman Maluach, who played for his native South Sudan at the 2023 FIBA World Cup and the Paris Olympics and played for Duke, is headed to the Phoenix Suns after being selected 10th.&nbsp;Chinese big man Yang Hansen, tipped to go in the second round, was the surprise 16th pick and is headed to the Portland Trail Blazers after a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies.&nbsp;Yang is the ninth player from China to be drafted into the NBA and the first since 2016.&nbsp;Yang averaged 16.6 points, 10.5 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per game in the Chinese Basketball Association last season. When his name was called, the 7-foot-1 center made his way to the stage from the stands, having not been put in the waiting room with likely first-round prospects.&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 the WION audience.

NBA Draft: US teenager Cooper Flagg goes to Dallas Mavericks as top pick

Versatile US college teen star Cooper Flagg was selected first overall in the NBA draft on Wednesday by the Dallas Mavericks, where he'll join a star-laden team already touted as a playoff threat next season. Flagg, 18, a consensus pick as the top US college player as a freshman at Duke University last season, is the second-youngest player taken first overall. Superstar LeBron James was eight days younger when he was taken first overall in 2003 by the Cleveland Cavaliers. "It feels surreal," Flagg said after his name was called at the Brooklyn Nets' Barclays Center arena, where his family was by his side. "I'm just playing the moments back in my head, standing up, hearing my name, and it went so fast. It feels like a blur, but I just feel really blessed and honoured to be here." Also read | Luis Rubiales, disgraced ex-Spain football chief, to appeal against court verdict in 'Hermoso kissing' case The Mavericks beat the odds to land the top pick in the draft lottery and, as expected, grabbed Flagg, who averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.4 blocked shots per game for the Blue Devils, who lost to Houston in the semi-finals of the NCAA collegiate tournament. The 6-foot-9 (2.06m) player from Maine is a two-way playmaker and could be just the player Mavericks fans need to put aside the outrage triggered by the trade of star guard Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis in February. That move broke up a squad that had reached the NBA Finals in 2024, and the Mavericks were eliminated in the play-in tournament this year. But with Flagg now the third number one pick on the Mavs' roster, alongside Davis and Kyrie Irving, Dallas will be eyeing another deep playoff run. Ready to learn "I'm looking forward to being successful and winning a lot of games for sure," Flagg said. "I keep saying I'm excited to be a sponge, to get down there and just learn, be surrounded by Hall of Fame-calibre guys, and just to be able to learn from them." The San Antonio Spurs took Rutgers University guard Dylan Harper with the second overall selection -- the third straight year the Spurs have had a top-four pick. In 2023, the Spurs made French star Victor Wembanyama the No. 1 overall selection and last year they took Stephon Castle with the fourth overall pick -- both going on to earn Rookie of the Year honours. Harper, the son of five-time NBA champion Ron Harper, averaged 19/4 points per game on 48.4 per cent shooting -- astonishing numbers for a freshman. The Philadelphia 76ers, whose litany of injuries this past season included Joe Embiid's protracted knee trouble that saw his season end in February and groin and knee injuries that cut short Paul George's season, selected VJ Edgecomb, a native of the Bahamas who played for Baylor University. Flagg's Duke teammate Kon Knueppel went to the Charlotte Hornets as the fourth overall pick, and Ace Bailey of Rutgers went to Utah at number five. Khaman Maluach, who played for his native South Sudan at the 2023 FIBA World Cup and the Paris Olympics and played for Duke, is headed to the Phoenix Suns after being selected 10th. Chinese big man Yang Hansen, tipped to go in the second round, was the surprise 16th pick and is headed to the Portland Trail Blazers after a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies. Yang is the ninth player from China to be drafted into the NBA and the first since 2016. Yang averaged 16.6 points, 10.5 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per game in the Chinese Basketball Association last season. When his name was called, the 7-foot-1 center made his way to the stage from the stands, having not been put in the waiting room with likely first-round prospects. 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 the WION audience.

Flagg, 18, a consensus pick as the top US college player as a freshman at Duke University last season, is the second-youngest player taken first overall.

Australia's pacers struck back with four wickets after they were dealt some of their own medicine in being dismissed for 180 by the West Indies fast bowlers on the opening day of the first Test in Barbados on Wednesday.&nbsp;Seeking their first Test match victory on home soil against Australia for 22 years, the Caribbean side will resume on the second morning at 57 for four at Kensington Oval.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-experience-matters-acknowledges-coach-gambhir-but-call-for-patience-with-pacers-after-headingley-drubbing-1750856260401">IND vs ENG: 'Experience matters,' acknowledges coach Gambhir but call for patience with pacers after Headingley drubbing</a>&nbsp;Mitchell Starc, captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood replicated the devastation of West Indian counterparts Jayden Seales and Shamar Joseph to bring Australia right back into the first of a three-match series.&nbsp;Seales capitalised on the early blows inflicted by Joseph, polishing off the lower order to finish with five for 60, his third five-wicket innings haul in his 19th Test.&nbsp;Joseph, who enjoyed a sensational debut series at the expense of the Australians, highlighted by a match-winning innings haul of seven for 68 in Brisbane 17 months ago, was again in devastating form against the same opponents, prising out four of the first six wickets to fall over the first two sessions.&nbsp;He cast aside the ordinary performances of most of the previous year and a half to claim four for 46 from 16 overs of sustained pace, where he continuously challenged all batsmen and would have enjoyed greater success but for poor catching by his teammates.&nbsp;Debutant Brandon King was the chief culprit, missing three chances at gully. But the most expensive lapse was from new captain Roston Chase, who, in his 50th Test, dropped Usman Khawaja at first slip when the opener was just on six.<h3>Khawaja and Head in key stand</h3>&nbsp;Khawaja battled to 47 before eventually falling to Joseph, featuring in an important 89-run fourth-wicket stand with Travis Head after the Australians had slumped to 22 for three in the morning following Cummins' decision to bat first on winning the toss.&nbsp;Head's top score of 59 was highlighted, as usual, by flamboyant drives and pulls, the left-hander counting nine boundaries in his 78-ball innings.&nbsp;Earlier, Australia's captain had cause to immediately ponder on the wisdom of his decision when Joseph dispatched Sam Konstas and Cameron Green in quick succession with the new ball and should have also accounted for Khawaja, who had another reprieve on 45.&nbsp;However, the opener's luck eventually ran out when he under-edged a pull at Joseph to be caught behind, while Beau Webster was comprehensively bowled by arguably the best ball of the day from the Guyanese pacer.&nbsp;Seales, who had dispatched Josh Inglis in the morning via a skied catch to wicketkeeper Shai Hope from a miscued pull, claimed a vital second wicket when Alex Carey edged a drive high to Chase at first slip on the stroke of tea.&nbsp;"This was really special for me," said Seales in reflecting on his effort at the end of the day.&nbsp;&nbsp;"I was injured when last I played a Test against them, so to come back here and get five was really satisfying.&nbsp;&nbsp;"With the new ball, we knew we had to bowl a bit fuller. This pitch was also a bit slower than the Australians would have expected, and that worked in our favour with them playing at balls they didn't have to."&nbsp;Following Head's swift demise at the start of the final session to medium-pacer Justin Greaves, Seales removed Starc, Cummins and Hazlewood without too much fuss, leaving the West Indies top-order batting with a challenging passage of play before the close.&nbsp;It proved a task beyond four of them, Starc accounting for openers Kraigg Brathwaite and John Campbell before Cummins removed Keacy Carty and Hazlewood dispatched nightwatchman Jomel Warrican, leaving King and Chase to carry the fight into the second 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 the WION audience.

WI vs AUS, 1st Test: Fast bowlers headline 14-wicket day one in Barbados

Australia's pacers struck back with four wickets after they were dealt some of their own medicine in being dismissed for 180 by the West Indies fast bowlers on the opening day of the first Test in Barbados on Wednesday. Seeking their first Test match victory on home soil against Australia for 22 years, the Caribbean side will resume on the second morning at 57 for four at Kensington Oval. Also read | IND vs ENG: 'Experience matters,' acknowledges coach Gambhir but call for patience with pacers after Headingley drubbing Mitchell Starc, captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood replicated the devastation of West Indian counterparts Jayden Seales and Shamar Joseph to bring Australia right back into the first of a three-match series. Seales capitalised on the early blows inflicted by Joseph, polishing off the lower order to finish with five for 60, his third five-wicket innings haul in his 19th Test. Joseph, who enjoyed a sensational debut series at the expense of the Australians, highlighted by a match-winning innings haul of seven for 68 in Brisbane 17 months ago, was again in devastating form against the same opponents, prising out four of the first six wickets to fall over the first two sessions. He cast aside the ordinary performances of most of the previous year and a half to claim four for 46 from 16 overs of sustained pace, where he continuously challenged all batsmen and would have enjoyed greater success but for poor catching by his teammates. Debutant Brandon King was the chief culprit, missing three chances at gully. But the most expensive lapse was from new captain Roston Chase, who, in his 50th Test, dropped Usman Khawaja at first slip when the opener was just on six. Khawaja and Head in key stand Khawaja battled to 47 before eventually falling to Joseph, featuring in an important 89-run fourth-wicket stand with Travis Head after the Australians had slumped to 22 for three in the morning following Cummins' decision to bat first on winning the toss. Head's top score of 59 was highlighted, as usual, by flamboyant drives and pulls, the left-hander counting nine boundaries in his 78-ball innings. Earlier, Australia's captain had cause to immediately ponder on the wisdom of his decision when Joseph dispatched Sam Konstas and Cameron Green in quick succession with the new ball and should have also accounted for Khawaja, who had another reprieve on 45. However, the opener's luck eventually ran out when he under-edged a pull at Joseph to be caught behind, while Beau Webster was comprehensively bowled by arguably the best ball of the day from the Guyanese pacer. Seales, who had dispatched Josh Inglis in the morning via a skied catch to wicketkeeper Shai Hope from a miscued pull, claimed a vital second wicket when Alex Carey edged a drive high to Chase at first slip on the stroke of tea. "This was really special for me," said Seales in reflecting on his effort at the end of the day. "I was injured when last I played a Test against them, so to come back here and get five was really satisfying. "With the new ball, we knew we had to bowl a bit fuller. This pitch was also a bit slower than the Australians would have expected, and that worked in our favour with them playing at balls they didn't have to." Following Head's swift demise at the start of the final session to medium-pacer Justin Greaves, Seales removed Starc, Cummins and Hazlewood without too much fuss, leaving the West Indies top-order batting with a challenging passage of play before the close. It proved a task beyond four of them, Starc accounting for openers Kraigg Brathwaite and John Campbell before Cummins removed Keacy Carty and Hazlewood dispatched nightwatchman Jomel Warrican, leaving King and Chase to carry the fight into the second 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 the WION audience.

Seeking their first Test match victory on home soil against Australia for 22 years, the Caribbean side will resume on the second morning at 57 for four at Kensington Oval.&nbsp;

Disgraced former Spanish football federation chief Luis Rubiales will appeal at the Supreme Court the confirmation of his 10,800-euro fine for forcibly kissing Jenni Hermoso, his lawyer said on Wednesday. After a keenly awaited trial that gripped the country, Spain's top criminal court in February found Rubiales guilty of sexual assault for the kiss at the 2023 Women's World Cup that generated global outrage. The Audiencia Nacional also cleared him of a separate accusation of coercion for allegedly forcing Hermoso to downplay the incident afterwards.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/former-england-and-liverpool-star-adam-lallana-announces-retirement-1750850363770">Former England and Brighton star Adam Lallana announces retirement</a>Both parties contested the sentence, which fell short of the two and a half year prison term sought by prosecutors and infuriated feminist groups that condemned the punishment as too lenient.Rubiales maintained the kiss was a consensual "peck" between friends celebrating during the medal ceremony after star forward Hermoso had just helped Spain beat England in the final in Sydney, denying any coercion.The court said in a statement on Wednesday that it had rejected the appeals of the defence team and the prosecutors, maintaining the conviction and the fine."The kiss was not consensual" and Hermoso "expressed her displeasure with what happened, as she herself confirmed in the trial, as well as her teammates", the court wrote."It cannot be said that a kiss in those circumstances was frequent or common or usual."It also confirmed that Rubiales, former women's national team manager Jorge Vilda and two former senior federation officials, Albert Luque and Ruben Rivera, were cleared of the coercion charge.Rubiales's lawyer Olga Tubau told AFP that he would appeal the verdict at the Supreme Court.Football federation in turmoil A separate request by the prosecutors to rerun the trial, notably due to doubts over the judge's impartiality, was dismissed.The court also maintained a ban on Rubiales from going within a 200-metre radius of Hermoso and from communicating with her for one year.The kiss sparked a global uproar that forced Rubiales to relinquish his post, saw him banned from all football-related activity for three years and plunged the federation into a prolonged period of turmoil.The affair made Hermoso, the all-time top scorer for the national women's team, an icon of the fight against sexism and macho culture in sport.Rubiales is also embroiled in an investigation into alleged financial irregularities totalling millions of euros related to the Spanish Super Cup's relocation to Saudi Arabia, which involved a company owned by Barcelona great Gerard Pique.Rubiales has dismissed the allegations as "falsehoods".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.

Rubiales maintained the kiss was a consensual "peck" between friends celebrating during the medal ceremony after star forward Hermoso had just helped Spain beat England in the final in Sydney, denying any coercion.

Disgraced former Spanish football federation chief Luis Rubiales will appeal at the Supreme Court the confirmation of his 10,800-euro fine for forcibly kissing Jenni Hermoso, his lawyer said on Wednesday. After a keenly awaited trial that gripped the country, Spain's top criminal court in February found Rubiales guilty of sexual assault for the kiss at the 2023 Women's World Cup that generated global outrage. The Audiencia Nacional also cleared him of a separate accusation of coercion for allegedly forcing Hermoso to downplay the incident afterwards. Also Read - Former England and Brighton star Adam Lallana announces retirement Both parties contested the sentence, which fell short of the two and a half year prison term sought by prosecutors and infuriated feminist groups that condemned the punishment as too lenient. Rubiales maintained the kiss was a consensual "peck" between friends celebrating during the medal ceremony after star forward Hermoso had just helped Spain beat England in the final in Sydney, denying any coercion. The court said in a statement on Wednesday that it had rejected the appeals of the defence team and the prosecutors, maintaining the conviction and the fine. "The kiss was not consensual" and Hermoso "expressed her displeasure with what happened, as she herself confirmed in the trial, as well as her teammates", the court wrote. "It cannot be said that a kiss in those circumstances was frequent or common or usual." It also confirmed that Rubiales, former women's national team manager Jorge Vilda and two former senior federation officials, Albert Luque and Ruben Rivera, were cleared of the coercion charge. Rubiales's lawyer Olga Tubau told AFP that he would appeal the verdict at the Supreme Court. Football federation in turmoil A separate request by the prosecutors to rerun the trial, notably due to doubts over the judge's impartiality, was dismissed. The court also maintained a ban on Rubiales from going within a 200-metre radius of Hermoso and from communicating with her for one year. The kiss sparked a global uproar that forced Rubiales to relinquish his post, saw him banned from all football-related activity for three years and plunged the federation into a prolonged period of turmoil. The affair made Hermoso, the all-time top scorer for the national women's team, an icon of the fight against sexism and macho culture in sport. Rubiales is also embroiled in an investigation into alleged financial irregularities totalling millions of euros related to the Spanish Super Cup's relocation to Saudi Arabia, which involved a company owned by Barcelona great Gerard Pique. Rubiales has dismissed the allegations as "falsehoods". 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.

Rubiales maintained the kiss was a consensual "peck" between friends celebrating during the medal ceremony after star forward Hermoso had just helped Spain beat England in the final in Sydney, denying any coercion.

Luis Rubiales, disgraced ex-Spain football chief, to appeal against court verdict in 'Hermoso kissing' case

India came into the Headingley Test against England as an underdog without Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara and Ravi Ashwin - all retired - but delivered with the bat. The batting line-up, led by young Shubman Gill, were asked to bat first after losing the toss and put up a handsome 471-run total in the first innings. In the second innings, India scored another 364 runs to take the total runs scored in match to 835, including five centuries, but still lost the match. Are India's 835 runs the most in a losing Test? The answer is no - three more teams have done worse than India including England itself.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-will-bumrah-not-play-in-second-test-against-england-india-coach-gambhir-shares-update-1750869853397">Bumrah to not play in second Test against England? India coach Gambhir shares update</a>India's 835 runs are the fourth most runs in Test lost by a team. Ahead of India are New Zealand, Pakistan and England itself. The Kiwis and Pakistan also lost their matches against England after scoring 837 and 847 runs, respectively in 2022. England, meanwhile, lost to Australia despite scoring 861 runs in a Test back in 1948.New Zealand lost to England in Nottingham Test in 2022 - The Kiwis scored 553 runs in the 1st innings to which England replied with 539. In the 2nd innings, New Zealand scored 284 runs and took their total match runs to 837 runs. England, however, chased down 299-run target with five wickets to spare.Pakistan's loss came on a flat track of Rawalpindi in 2022 where England batted first and scored a mammoth 659 runs in the first innings. Pakistan then replied with 579 runs in the first innings and England then scored another 264/7 before declaring to leave themselves 342 runs to defend. Pakistan tried for a bit but then were bowled out for 268 - taking their total match runs to 847 - yet losing by 74 runs.As for England, they lost at Headingley against Australia in 1948. Batting first, the hosts scored 496 runs and Australia replied with 458. England then belligerently declared their second innings at 365/8 - taking their total match runs to 861 and giving Australia a stiff 404-run target. Australia, much to a shock to everyone, chased it down with seven wickets in hand.

India's 835 runs are the fourth most runs in Test lost by a team. Ahead of India are New Zealand, Pakistan and England itself. The Kiwis and Pakistan also lost their matches vs England after scoring 837 and 847 runs. England, meanwhile, lost to Australia despite scoring 861 runs in 1948.

India came into the Headingley Test against England as an underdog without Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara and Ravi Ashwin - all retired - but delivered with the bat. The batting line-up, led by young Shubman Gill, were asked to bat first after losing the toss and put up a handsome 471-run total in the first innings. In the second innings, India scored another 364 runs to take the total runs scored in match to 835, including five centuries, but still lost the match. Are India's 835 runs the most in a losing Test? The answer is no - three more teams have done worse than India including England itself. Also Read - Bumrah to not play in second Test against England? India coach Gambhir shares update India's 835 runs are the fourth most runs in Test lost by a team. Ahead of India are New Zealand, Pakistan and England itself. The Kiwis and Pakistan also lost their matches against England after scoring 837 and 847 runs, respectively in 2022. England, meanwhile, lost to Australia despite scoring 861 runs in a Test back in 1948. New Zealand lost to England in Nottingham Test in 2022 - The Kiwis scored 553 runs in the 1st innings to which England replied with 539. In the 2nd innings, New Zealand scored 284 runs and took their total match runs to 837 runs. England, however, chased down 299-run target with five wickets to spare. Pakistan's loss came on a flat track of Rawalpindi in 2022 where England batted first and scored a mammoth 659 runs in the first innings. Pakistan then replied with 579 runs in the first innings and England then scored another 264/7 before declaring to leave themselves 342 runs to defend. Pakistan tried for a bit but then were bowled out for 268 - taking their total match runs to 847 - yet losing by 74 runs. As for England, they lost at Headingley against Australia in 1948. Batting first, the hosts scored 496 runs and Australia replied with 458. England then belligerently declared their second innings at 365/8 - taking their total match runs to 861 and giving Australia a stiff 404-run target. Australia, much to a shock to everyone, chased it down with seven wickets in hand.

India's 835 runs are the fourth most runs in Test lost by a team. Ahead of India are New Zealand, Pakistan and England itself. The Kiwis and Pakistan also lost their matches vs England after scoring 837 and 847 runs. England, meanwhile, lost to Australia despite scoring 861 runs in 1948.

Are India's 835 runs the most in a Test loss? No - these three more teams have done worse

Indian pacers, barring Jasprit Bumrah, were rendered threat-less by Bazball professing England batters in the first Test at Headingley. The hosts won the match by five wickets and out of 15, Bumrah accounted for five wickets (in first innings) while rest of the three pacers - Mohammed Siraj, Shardul Thakur and Prasidh Krishna - took nine wickets across two innings. India bowled 176.4 overs across two innings and Bumrah bowled 43.4 overs or around 25 percent of them and the rest of the three pacers bowled 92 overs. With Bumrah's workload already under scrutiny, coach Gautam Gambhir has shared the possibility of the pacer playing in the next match.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-england-opener-duckett-reveals-team-strategy-behind-chasing-down-371-vs-india-in-first-test-1750863413499">IND vs ENG: 'Limit his damage...,' England opener Duckett reveals team strategy behind chasing down 371 vs India at Headingley</a>"I think for us to manage Bumrah's workload is more important because there's a lot of cricket going forward and we know that what he brings to the table as well," Gambhir said after the loss on Tuesday (Jun 24). "So before he came on this tour, it was already decided that he's going to play three Test matches, but let's see how his body turns up. But we haven't decided which two other Test matches he's going to play."Bumrah is arguably the best fast bowler to have played for India ever and his latest five-wicket haul in the first innings of first Test against England put him atop of an elite list. Bumrah now has most wickets by an Asian bowler, pacer or spinner, in SENA (South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and Australia) countries.He surpassed Pakistan great Wasim Akram for the record, who is considered an all-time great bowler to play the game. Bumrah has 150 wickets in SENA countries while Akram has 146 - both of them took 32 Tests to reach the milestone.The Indian pacer, however, took around 1,200 balls fewer then Akram to reach the milestone - Bumrah has bowled 6,810 balls for his 150 wickets at a strike rate (balls per wicket) of 45.4 while Akram bowled 8,137 balls at a strike rate of 55.7 for his 146 wickets.

Bumrah accounted for 5 wickets (in first innings) while rest of the three pacers - Siraj, Shardul and Krishna - took 9 wickets across two innings. India bowled 176.4 overs in the Test and Bumrah bowled 43.4 overs or around 25 percent of them and the rest of the three pacers bowled 92 overs.

Indian pacers, barring Jasprit Bumrah, were rendered threat-less by Bazball professing England batters in the first Test at Headingley. The hosts won the match by five wickets and out of 15, Bumrah accounted for five wickets (in first innings) while rest of the three pacers - Mohammed Siraj, Shardul Thakur and Prasidh Krishna - took nine wickets across two innings. India bowled 176.4 overs across two innings and Bumrah bowled 43.4 overs or around 25 percent of them and the rest of the three pacers bowled 92 overs. With Bumrah's workload already under scrutiny, coach Gautam Gambhir has shared the possibility of the pacer playing in the next match. Also Read - IND vs ENG: 'Limit his damage...,' England opener Duckett reveals team strategy behind chasing down 371 vs India at Headingley "I think for us to manage Bumrah's workload is more important because there's a lot of cricket going forward and we know that what he brings to the table as well," Gambhir said after the loss on Tuesday (Jun 24). "So before he came on this tour, it was already decided that he's going to play three Test matches, but let's see how his body turns up. But we haven't decided which two other Test matches he's going to play." Bumrah is arguably the best fast bowler to have played for India ever and his latest five-wicket haul in the first innings of first Test against England put him atop of an elite list. Bumrah now has most wickets by an Asian bowler, pacer or spinner, in SENA (South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and Australia) countries. He surpassed Pakistan great Wasim Akram for the record, who is considered an all-time great bowler to play the game. Bumrah has 150 wickets in SENA countries while Akram has 146 - both of them took 32 Tests to reach the milestone. The Indian pacer, however, took around 1,200 balls fewer then Akram to reach the milestone - Bumrah has bowled 6,810 balls for his 150 wickets at a strike rate (balls per wicket) of 45.4 while Akram bowled 8,137 balls at a strike rate of 55.7 for his 146 wickets.

Bumrah accounted for 5 wickets (in first innings) while rest of the three pacers - Siraj, Shardul and Krishna - took 9 wickets across two innings. India bowled 176.4 overs in the Test and Bumrah bowled 43.4 overs or around 25 percent of them and the rest of the three pacers bowled 92 overs.

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England opening batter Ben Duckett, who scored match-winning 149 against India in fourth innings of first Test at Headingley, has revealed the team's strategy behind chasing down 371-run target. Duckett and his partner Zak Crawley (65) added 188 runs for the opening wicket - the highest against India in Test in fourth innings - only after seeing off Jasprit Bumrah and new ball under overcast skies in Leeds. The plan worked as Bumrah was left wicketless and with remaining Indian bowlers inexperienced, England romped home with five wickets spare.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-is-exocet-england-prove-bazball-is-test-crickets-exocet-with-yet-another-headingley-win-1750850752472">England prove Bazball is Test cricket's Exocet with yet another Headingley win</a>"In that period (morning session), it was really important that me and Zak got through without losing any wickets," Duckett said at the presentations after being named Player of the Match. "It was pretty clear to us this morning. If we batted for the whole day [at the tempo that] we normally do, we'd probably get the total, so we didn't overthink anything. Certainly we had to get through Jasprit's first spell and that new ball, and from there on, we were just playing our natural games."He's a world-class bowler," Duckett added, after England denied Bumrah even a single wicket in the second innings despite his five-for in the first."In that first innings, he was superb, so to limit his damage was massive for us. Our individuals are all going to go about it differently, but I thought we did play him very well."About the sessions, England scored 96 in the first session till lunch on day 5 in 24 overs at 4 runs per over without losing a wicket. In the next session, they lost four wickets but they scored 152 runs at 5.3 runs per over. In the last session, they needed only 23.3 over to chase down remaining 102 runs at 4.3 runs per over for loss of only one wicket. England chased down 350 runs in 76 overs at a run-rate of 4.60 on the fifth day pitch - the second most in a successful chase.

Duckett and his partner Zak Crawley (65) added 188 runs for the opening wicket - the highest against India in Test in fourth innings - only after seeing off Jasprit Bumrah and new ball under overcast skies in Leeds.

England opening batter Ben Duckett, who scored match-winning 149 against India in fourth innings of first Test at Headingley, has revealed the team's strategy behind chasing down 371-run target. Duckett and his partner Zak Crawley (65) added 188 runs for the opening wicket - the highest against India in Test in fourth innings - only after seeing off Jasprit Bumrah and new ball under overcast skies in Leeds. The plan worked as Bumrah was left wicketless and with remaining Indian bowlers inexperienced, England romped home with five wickets spare. Also Read - England prove Bazball is Test cricket's Exocet with yet another Headingley win "In that period (morning session), it was really important that me and Zak got through without losing any wickets," Duckett said at the presentations after being named Player of the Match. "It was pretty clear to us this morning. If we batted for the whole day [at the tempo that] we normally do, we'd probably get the total, so we didn't overthink anything. Certainly we had to get through Jasprit's first spell and that new ball, and from there on, we were just playing our natural games. "He's a world-class bowler," Duckett added, after England denied Bumrah even a single wicket in the second innings despite his five-for in the first. "In that first innings, he was superb, so to limit his damage was massive for us. Our individuals are all going to go about it differently, but I thought we did play him very well." About the sessions, England scored 96 in the first session till lunch on day 5 in 24 overs at 4 runs per over without losing a wicket. In the next session, they lost four wickets but they scored 152 runs at 5.3 runs per over. In the last session, they needed only 23.3 over to chase down remaining 102 runs at 4.3 runs per over for loss of only one wicket. England chased down 350 runs in 76 overs at a run-rate of 4.60 on the fifth day pitch - the second most in a successful chase.

Duckett and his partner Zak Crawley (65) added 188 runs for the opening wicket - the highest against India in Test in fourth innings - only after seeing off Jasprit Bumrah and new ball under overcast skies in Leeds.

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Rohit Sharma, the 'Hitman' of Indian cricket, is well known for his explosive batting, daddy hundreds and match-winning performances. While his achievements on the field often make headlines, many are unaware about his quieter side: his strong family support, particularly from his wife, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ritika-sajdeh">Ritika Sajdeh,</a> and his brother, Vishal Sharma. Unlike Rohit, who is often in the limelight, Vishal prefers to stay away from media attention. He isn’t a public figure like his brother, but his role behind the scenes is crucial.&nbsp;&nbsp;Vishal is the one who manages many of Rohit's off-field ventures, including the Cricketingdom Academy, a cricket training centre that has grown significantly under his management. While the academy was started by Rohit, it is Vishal who ensures that everything runs smoothly. From handling its operations in different cities across India to overseeing its expansion overseas, Vishal’s hard work often goes unrecognised. Recently, he took the initiative to launch Cricketingdom in Indonesia, where the academy already received an overwhelming response.&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-is-exocet-england-prove-bazball-is-test-crickets-exocet-with-yet-another-headingley-win-1750850752472">England prove Bazball is Test cricket's Exocet with yet another Headingley win</a>&nbsp;But Vishal’s work doesn’t end there. He is also responsible for managing Rohit’s business interests in Mumbai, making sure that everything stays on track while his brother focuses on Indian cricket. His expertise in business development has been vital to growth of Sharma family ventures.&nbsp;Despite being the driving force behind these business successes, Vishal remains humble and grounded. He doesn’t seek the limelight and prefers to stay out of public view, allowing his brother to shine as the star cricketer. Vishal’s dedication to his work and his support for Rohit’s career show the importance of family in shaping success.&nbsp;While Rohit continues to dominate on the cricket field, it is Vishal’s quiet, behind-the-scenes contributions that help fuel their business empire.

Vishal is the one who manages many of Rohit's off-field ventures, including the Cricketingdom Academy, a cricket training centre that has grown significantly under his management. While the academy was started by Rohit, it is Vishal who ensures that everything runs smoothly.

Rohit Sharma, the 'Hitman' of Indian cricket, is well known for his explosive batting, daddy hundreds and match-winning performances. While his achievements on the field often make headlines, many are unaware about his quieter side: his strong family support, particularly from his wife, Ritika Sajdeh, and his brother, Vishal Sharma. Unlike Rohit, who is often in the limelight, Vishal prefers to stay away from media attention. He isn’t a public figure like his brother, but his role behind the scenes is crucial. Vishal is the one who manages many of Rohit's off-field ventures, including the Cricketingdom Academy, a cricket training centre that has grown significantly under his management. While the academy was started by Rohit, it is Vishal who ensures that everything runs smoothly. From handling its operations in different cities across India to overseeing its expansion overseas, Vishal’s hard work often goes unrecognised. Recently, he took the initiative to launch Cricketingdom in Indonesia, where the academy already received an overwhelming response. Also Read | England prove Bazball is Test cricket's Exocet with yet another Headingley win But Vishal’s work doesn’t end there. He is also responsible for managing Rohit’s business interests in Mumbai, making sure that everything stays on track while his brother focuses on Indian cricket. His expertise in business development has been vital to growth of Sharma family ventures. Despite being the driving force behind these business successes, Vishal remains humble and grounded. He doesn’t seek the limelight and prefers to stay out of public view, allowing his brother to shine as the star cricketer. Vishal’s dedication to his work and his support for Rohit’s career show the importance of family in shaping success. While Rohit continues to dominate on the cricket field, it is Vishal’s quiet, behind-the-scenes contributions that help fuel their business empire.

Vishal is the one who manages many of Rohit's off-field ventures, including the Cricketingdom Academy, a cricket training centre that has grown significantly under his management. While the academy was started by Rohit, it is Vishal who ensures that everything runs smoothly.

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India head coach Gautam Gambhir has called for patience with India pacers apart from Jasprit Bumrah after drubbing against England in first Test at Headingley. The hosts chased down 371-run target including 350 on the final day (Jun 24) with five wickets and one hour (roughly 15 overs) spare. Bumrah, who had taken a five-wicket haul in the first innings, also proved to be ineffective against England batters, especially openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley who added record 188 runs for the first wicket in fourth innings of the Test. With Bumrah not able to take wickets, Indian pacers look toothless and took only four wickets - two each for Parisdh Krishna and Shardul Thakur - while Mohammed Siraj and Bumrah were wicketless.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-is-exocet-england-prove-bazball-is-test-crickets-exocet-with-yet-another-headingley-win-1750850752472">England prove Bazball is Test cricket's Exocet with yet another Headingley win</a>"We will have to give them time," Gambhir said on pacers' performance. "Earlier, we used to have four fast bowlers in the squad with an experience of more than 40 Tests. It doesn't make such a big impact in one-day or T20 matches, but when you go to Australia, England, or South Africa for Tests, experience matters."These are early days. If we start judging our bowlers after every Test, how will we develop a bowling attack? Outside Bumrah and [Mohammad] Siraj, we don't have that much experience, but they [the others] have quality, which is why they are in this dressing room. But we have got to keep backing them because it's not about one tour. It's about building a fast-bowler battery that can serve India for long time in Test cricket," he added.It is not just the second innings that showed worrying signs for India, in the first innings too only Bumrah was class apart with 5/83 while other pacers took 5/188. In the first innings, Siraj took 2/122 while Krishna managed 3/128 and Shardul was 0/38 in six overs he bowled.

It is not just the second innings that showed worrying signs for India, in the first innings too only Bumrah was class apart with 5/83 while other pacers took 5/188. In the first innings, Siraj took 2/122 while Krishna managed 3/128 and Shardul was 0/38 in six overs he bowled.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has called for patience with India pacers apart from Jasprit Bumrah after drubbing against England in first Test at Headingley. The hosts chased down 371-run target including 350 on the final day (Jun 24) with five wickets and one hour (roughly 15 overs) spare. Bumrah, who had taken a five-wicket haul in the first innings, also proved to be ineffective against England batters, especially openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley who added record 188 runs for the first wicket in fourth innings of the Test. With Bumrah not able to take wickets, Indian pacers look toothless and took only four wickets - two each for Parisdh Krishna and Shardul Thakur - while Mohammed Siraj and Bumrah were wicketless. Also Read - England prove Bazball is Test cricket's Exocet with yet another Headingley win "We will have to give them time," Gambhir said on pacers' performance. "Earlier, we used to have four fast bowlers in the squad with an experience of more than 40 Tests. It doesn't make such a big impact in one-day or T20 matches, but when you go to Australia, England, or South Africa for Tests, experience matters. "These are early days. If we start judging our bowlers after every Test, how will we develop a bowling attack? Outside Bumrah and [Mohammad] Siraj, we don't have that much experience, but they [the others] have quality, which is why they are in this dressing room. But we have got to keep backing them because it's not about one tour. It's about building a fast-bowler battery that can serve India for long time in Test cricket," he added. It is not just the second innings that showed worrying signs for India, in the first innings too only Bumrah was class apart with 5/83 while other pacers took 5/188. In the first innings, Siraj took 2/122 while Krishna managed 3/128 and Shardul was 0/38 in six overs he bowled.

It is not just the second innings that showed worrying signs for India, in the first innings too only Bumrah was class apart with 5/83 while other pacers took 5/188. In the first innings, Siraj took 2/122 while Krishna managed 3/128 and Shardul was 0/38 in six overs he bowled.

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Exocet is most commonly referred to as a French anti-ship missile which blows the target out of water. England's Bazball does the same, except on a cricket field where their batting, regardless of situation, pitch, conditions, innings and pressure, go about business at one pace to blow the opposition bowling into pieces of irrelevance. The latest example is England's win in first Test against India at Headingley where they chased down 350 runs on the final day and 371 in total to record their second highest chase in Test history at home. The highest one, 378 runs in 2022, also came against India and in initial days of Bazball - showing what a destructive methodology it is.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-prasidh-krishna-and-shardul-thakur-repeat-kapil-and-binny-s-test-winning-feat-from-1986-england-tour-1750776936323">Prasidh Krishna, Shardul join Binny and Kapil in UNIQUE list with two wickets at Headingley</a>Such was the impact of Bazball on the final day at Headingley that India, despite having cheat-code Bumrah, could not take a single wicket till 188 runs were on board - and this is the fourth innings of a Test where batting is supposed to be tough. England finished the match one hour before the stumps.About the sessions, England scored 96 in the first session till lunch on day 5 in 24 overs at 4 runs per over without losing a wicket. In the next session, they lost four wickets but they scored 152 runs at 5.3 runs per over. In the last session, they needed only 23.3 over to chase down remaining 102 runs at 4.3 runs per over for loss of only one wicket.England chased down 350 runs in 76 overs at a run-rate of 4.60 on the fifth day pitch - the second most in a successful chase. The last time any team chased more that them was Australia - 404 against England only that too at Headingley.The 188-run opening partnership is also the highest against India in fourth innings of a Test - and it clearly shows that the England openers were severe on the Indian bowlers.The numbers clearly show that Bazball is something that can't be taken lightly, especially when chasing and India would have to wary of that fact in the remining four matches of the series.

England's Bazball, like an Exocet, except on a cricket field where their batting, regardless of situation, pitch, conditions, innings and pressure, go about business at one pace to blow the opposition bowling into pieces of irrelevance. 

Exocet is most commonly referred to as a French anti-ship missile which blows the target out of water. England's Bazball does the same, except on a cricket field where their batting, regardless of situation, pitch, conditions, innings and pressure, go about business at one pace to blow the opposition bowling into pieces of irrelevance. The latest example is England's win in first Test against India at Headingley where they chased down 350 runs on the final day and 371 in total to record their second highest chase in Test history at home. The highest one, 378 runs in 2022, also came against India and in initial days of Bazball - showing what a destructive methodology it is. Also Read - Prasidh Krishna, Shardul join Binny and Kapil in UNIQUE list with two wickets at Headingley Such was the impact of Bazball on the final day at Headingley that India, despite having cheat-code Bumrah, could not take a single wicket till 188 runs were on board - and this is the fourth innings of a Test where batting is supposed to be tough. England finished the match one hour before the stumps. About the sessions, England scored 96 in the first session till lunch on day 5 in 24 overs at 4 runs per over without losing a wicket. In the next session, they lost four wickets but they scored 152 runs at 5.3 runs per over. In the last session, they needed only 23.3 over to chase down remaining 102 runs at 4.3 runs per over for loss of only one wicket. England chased down 350 runs in 76 overs at a run-rate of 4.60 on the fifth day pitch - the second most in a successful chase. The last time any team chased more that them was Australia - 404 against England only that too at Headingley. The 188-run opening partnership is also the highest against India in fourth innings of a Test - and it clearly shows that the England openers were severe on the Indian bowlers. The numbers clearly show that Bazball is something that can't be taken lightly, especially when chasing and India would have to wary of that fact in the remining four matches of the series.

England's Bazball, like an Exocet, except on a cricket field where their batting, regardless of situation, pitch, conditions, innings and pressure, go about business at one pace to blow the opposition bowling into pieces of irrelevance.&nbsp;

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