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Former England pacer Stuart Broad has backed visitors India to win the Headingley Test as the contest enters decisive Day 5 on Tuesday (June 24). Needing 10 wickets to win, Broad has put weight behind Shubman Gill and Co. as they look to draw first blood in the five-match Test series. England need 358 runs to win on the final day with overcast conditions likely to help Indian bowlers.&nbsp;<h2>Broad backs India to win</h2>"Getting through that new ball period is going to be key for England tomorrow. I think India have to be favourites on a Day 5 pitch. They only need to create 10 opportunities, and they need to take their catches," Stuart Broad said on Sky Sports.&nbsp;According to the former pacer, India need to make the most of the opportunities and avoid fielding blunders like the first innings. India dropped a series of catches in the first innings and any repeat of that could see them either share the spoils or even lose.&nbsp;At the time of writing before the start of play on Day 5, England are 21/0 and need 358 more runs to win. India will have the services of Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj as pace bowling options along with Shardul Thakur. Ravindra Jadeja will be the sole spin bowling for Gill if they are to clinch the contest at Headingley.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-1st-test-rahul-joins-jaiswal-to-replicate-rare-feat-from-india-s-1936-test-against-england-1750691988956">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England</a>&nbsp;In case India win the Headingley Test, they will draw the first blood in the series and go 1-0. India will also end the 23-year winless drought at Headingley, having lost by an innings and 46 runs in 2021.&nbsp;England will not rule out chasing 358 more runs with 90 overs in hand, however, if rain or overcast conditions play its part they could fancy a draw.&nbsp;The final day of the Headingley Test will start at 3:30 PM IST both teams push to win the opening contest.

Former England pacer Stuart Broad has backed visitors India to win the Headingley Test as the contest enters decisive Day 5 on Tuesday (June 24). 

Former England pacer Stuart Broad has backed visitors India to win the Headingley Test as the contest enters decisive Day 5 on Tuesday (June 24). Needing 10 wickets to win, Broad has put weight behind Shubman Gill and Co. as they look to draw first blood in the five-match Test series. England need 358 runs to win on the final day with overcast conditions likely to help Indian bowlers. Broad backs India to win "Getting through that new ball period is going to be key for England tomorrow. I think India have to be favourites on a Day 5 pitch. They only need to create 10 opportunities, and they need to take their catches," Stuart Broad said on Sky Sports. According to the former pacer, India need to make the most of the opportunities and avoid fielding blunders like the first innings. India dropped a series of catches in the first innings and any repeat of that could see them either share the spoils or even lose. At the time of writing before the start of play on Day 5, England are 21/0 and need 358 more runs to win. India will have the services of Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj as pace bowling options along with Shardul Thakur. Ravindra Jadeja will be the sole spin bowling for Gill if they are to clinch the contest at Headingley. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England In case India win the Headingley Test, they will draw the first blood in the series and go 1-0. India will also end the 23-year winless drought at Headingley, having lost by an innings and 46 runs in 2021. England will not rule out chasing 358 more runs with 90 overs in hand, however, if rain or overcast conditions play its part they could fancy a draw. The final day of the Headingley Test will start at 3:30 PM IST both teams push to win the opening contest.

Former England pacer Stuart Broad has backed visitors India to win the Headingley Test as the contest enters decisive Day 5 on Tuesday (June 24).&nbsp;

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Stuart Broad backs visitors on final day, says 'India have to be favourites'

It will be D-Day in the ongoing Headingley Test between hosts England and India as both teams push for a win in the opening contest of the five-match series. Needing 371 runs to win, England closed Day 4 of the Headingley Test at 21/0 while visitors India need 10 wickets to win the match. However, the prospect of playing at Headingley could give Ben Stokes and Co an edge as history suggests it is one of the best English venues to bat on in the final innings.&nbsp;<h2>Why Headingley favours England on Day 5?</h2>The highest successful run chase on English soil occurred in 1948 as Australia chased down a mammoth 404-run target. After 77 years, the record still remains intact and will need a similar determination showcased by Don Bradman and Co. all those years ago. However, the common factor between that chase and the ongoing England-India contest is Headingley.&nbsp;&nbsp;The venue in Yorkshire has overseen three of the five highest successful run chases on English soil, including the one done by Bradman and Co. England second’s highest run chase came against India at Edgbaston in July 2022, but Headingley remains a memorable venue.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 2019, needing 359 runs to win at Headingley, England were 286/9 but a determined Ben Stokes played a match-winning knock. The chase came barely a month after Stokes had played a World Cup-winning knock at Lord’s. Interestingly, England were bowled out for 67 in the first innings of that match.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-1st-test-rahul-joins-jaiswal-to-replicate-rare-feat-from-india-s-1936-test-against-england-1750691988956">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England</a>&nbsp;In 2017, West Indies chased down 322 runs to beat England at Headingley, again highlighting the batting ability on Day 5. The chase came after England had initially declared in their second innings, a decision they would regret later.&nbsp;<h2>Highest targets chased in England in Test cricket</h2>1. 404 - Australia beat England by seven wickets in 1948 (Leeds)2. 378 -England beat India by seven wickets in 2022 (Birmingham)3. 359 - England beat Australia by one wicket in 2019 (Leeds)4. 342 - West Indies beat England by nine wickets in 1984 (Lord’s)5. 322 - West Indies beat England by five wickets in 2017 (Leeds)&nbsp;It will be interesting to see what happens on the final day of the Headingley Test with all three results possible.

It will be D-Day in the ongoing Headingley Test between hosts England and India as both teams push for a win in the opening contest of the five-match series.

It will be D-Day in the ongoing Headingley Test between hosts England and India as both teams push for a win in the opening contest of the five-match series. Needing 371 runs to win, England closed Day 4 of the Headingley Test at 21/0 while visitors India need 10 wickets to win the match. However, the prospect of playing at Headingley could give Ben Stokes and Co an edge as history suggests it is one of the best English venues to bat on in the final innings. Why Headingley favours England on Day 5? The highest successful run chase on English soil occurred in 1948 as Australia chased down a mammoth 404-run target. After 77 years, the record still remains intact and will need a similar determination showcased by Don Bradman and Co. all those years ago. However, the common factor between that chase and the ongoing England-India contest is Headingley. The venue in Yorkshire has overseen three of the five highest successful run chases on English soil, including the one done by Bradman and Co. England second’s highest run chase came against India at Edgbaston in July 2022, but Headingley remains a memorable venue. In 2019, needing 359 runs to win at Headingley, England were 286/9 but a determined Ben Stokes played a match-winning knock. The chase came barely a month after Stokes had played a World Cup-winning knock at Lord’s. Interestingly, England were bowled out for 67 in the first innings of that match. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England In 2017, West Indies chased down 322 runs to beat England at Headingley, again highlighting the batting ability on Day 5. The chase came after England had initially declared in their second innings, a decision they would regret later. Highest targets chased in England in Test cricket 1. 404 - Australia beat England by seven wickets in 1948 (Leeds) 2. 378 -England beat India by seven wickets in 2022 (Birmingham) 3. 359 - England beat Australia by one wicket in 2019 (Leeds) 4. 342 - West Indies beat England by nine wickets in 1984 (Lord’s) 5. 322 - West Indies beat England by five wickets in 2017 (Leeds) It will be interesting to see what happens on the final day of the Headingley Test with all three results possible.

It will be D-Day in the ongoing Headingley Test between hosts England and India as both teams push for a win in the opening contest of the five-match series.

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Why Headingley favours England on final day? Here's what stats say

It will be a decisive day in the Headingley Test on Tuesday (June 24) as both England and India try their luck and steer for a win in an evenly balanced match. Needing 371 runs to win in their second innings, England have the firepower to win the match while India with 358 runs in the bank can rely on their bowling unit to go 1-0 up in the five-match series. However, weather could also play its part, meaning a third result is also a likely scenario. So what is the weather like at Headingley ahead of the final day as both teams try to draw first blood?<h2>IND vs ENG, Day 5 Weather Report</h2>According to AccuWeather, there is a 60 per cent chance of rain between 9 AM and 10 AM. Furthermore, more light showers are expected at around 2 PM. However, after the afternoon showers, the weather is expected to subside, which could see the game come to a fitting conclusion.&nbsp;If weather plays its role during Day 5, then it will likely influence the match to end in a draw. Considering overcast conditions could make batting difficult, England’s ambitious chances of chasing will take a major hit. They still need 358 runs to win from a minimum of 90 overs with them closing Day 4 at 21/0. If overs are lost due to rain or bad light, then those chances of winning will be minimised.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-1st-test-rahul-joins-jaiswal-to-replicate-rare-feat-from-india-s-1936-test-against-england-1750691988956">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England</a>&nbsp;On the other hand, overcast conditions could help Indian seamers at Headingley giving them a realistic chance to bowl out England. However, much will depend on the form of Indian bowlers and England’s ability to bat.&nbsp;&nbsp;A draw will be a result both teams won't favour at the start of play on Day 5, however, with more lost overs and overcast conditions, England could well do with a share of the spoils.

It will be a decisive day in the Headingley Test on Tuesday (June 24) as both England and India try their luck and steer for a win in an evenly balanced match.

It will be a decisive day in the Headingley Test on Tuesday (June 24) as both England and India try their luck and steer for a win in an evenly balanced match. Needing 371 runs to win in their second innings, England have the firepower to win the match while India with 358 runs in the bank can rely on their bowling unit to go 1-0 up in the five-match series. However, weather could also play its part, meaning a third result is also a likely scenario. So what is the weather like at Headingley ahead of the final day as both teams try to draw first blood? IND vs ENG, Day 5 Weather Report According to AccuWeather, there is a 60 per cent chance of rain between 9 AM and 10 AM. Furthermore, more light showers are expected at around 2 PM. However, after the afternoon showers, the weather is expected to subside, which could see the game come to a fitting conclusion. If weather plays its role during Day 5, then it will likely influence the match to end in a draw. Considering overcast conditions could make batting difficult, England’s ambitious chances of chasing will take a major hit. They still need 358 runs to win from a minimum of 90 overs with them closing Day 4 at 21/0. If overs are lost due to rain or bad light, then those chances of winning will be minimised. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England On the other hand, overcast conditions could help Indian seamers at Headingley giving them a realistic chance to bowl out England. However, much will depend on the form of Indian bowlers and England’s ability to bat. A draw will be a result both teams won't favour at the start of play on Day 5, however, with more lost overs and overcast conditions, England could well do with a share of the spoils.

It will be a decisive day in the Headingley Test on Tuesday (June 24) as both England and India try their luck and steer for a win in an evenly balanced match.

IND vs ENG, Day 5 Weather Report: Will rain play spoilsport as all results possible on final day? Check details

Former world number ones Naomi Osaka and Victoria Azarenka both advanced to the second round in the Wimbledon warm-up tournament at Bad Homburg on Monday.Japan's Osaka battled past Serbian qualifier Olga Danilovic 7-6 (8/6), 7-6 (7/4) as Belarusian Azarenka beat Germany's Laura Siegemund 6-2, 6-2. Azarenka, 35, next meets Poland's Iga Swiatek in the second round.&nbsp;Osaka fired 16 aces with Danilovic hitting 10 in a big-serving battle which lasted just over two hours.&nbsp;"It's my first grass-court win of the year, so I'm really excited about that," said Osaka, a wildcard to the main draw.&nbsp;"I think I have potential (on grass), but everyone else is also really good.&nbsp;"I can never take it for granted, the wins. Just super excited that I won today."&nbsp;The victory halts Osaka's three-match losing streak after Rome, the French Open and Berlin as she continues her comeback from maternity leave last year.&nbsp;The four-time Grand Slam winner advances to a second-round meeting with fifth seed Emma Navarro of the United States.&nbsp;Osaka saved four break points, while Danilovic fought off six, with the Japanese player coming through two tight tie-breaks.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-1st-test-rahul-joins-jaiswal-to-replicate-rare-feat-from-india-s-1936-test-against-england-1750691988956">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England</a>&nbsp;Osaka came back from 4-2 down in the first-set breaker, using her backhand to force an error on her second set point.&nbsp;Danilovic started the second set with three consecutive aces.&nbsp;In the tiebreak Osaka challenged a called ace by Danilovic and the review showed the ball just out. Danilovic then double-faulted, and Osaka took a 3-1 lead.&nbsp;A smash gave Osaka a 6-4 advantage and double match point which she wrapped up with a forehand winner on the next point.&nbsp;Two-time Australian Open champion Azarenka had to qualify for this week's main draw, but eased past wild card Siegemund.&nbsp;Croatian Donna Vekic lost to Diana Shnaider in last year's Bad Homburg final, but she reversed that result on Monday.&nbsp;Vekic saved all four break points she faced to sweep past the sixth seeded Russian 6-3, 6-3.&nbsp;She next plays Czech Linda Noskova who beat Australian Ajla Tomljanovic 6-3, 6-2.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Former world number ones Naomi Osaka and Victoria Azarenka both advanced to the second round in the Wimbledon warm-up tournament at Bad Homburg on Monday.

Former world number ones Naomi Osaka and Victoria Azarenka both advanced to the second round in the Wimbledon warm-up tournament at Bad Homburg on Monday. Japan's Osaka battled past Serbian qualifier Olga Danilovic 7-6 (8/6), 7-6 (7/4) as Belarusian Azarenka beat Germany's Laura Siegemund 6-2, 6-2. Azarenka, 35, next meets Poland's Iga Swiatek in the second round. Osaka fired 16 aces with Danilovic hitting 10 in a big-serving battle which lasted just over two hours. "It's my first grass-court win of the year, so I'm really excited about that," said Osaka, a wildcard to the main draw. "I think I have potential (on grass), but everyone else is also really good. "I can never take it for granted, the wins. Just super excited that I won today." The victory halts Osaka's three-match losing streak after Rome, the French Open and Berlin as she continues her comeback from maternity leave last year. The four-time Grand Slam winner advances to a second-round meeting with fifth seed Emma Navarro of the United States. Osaka saved four break points, while Danilovic fought off six, with the Japanese player coming through two tight tie-breaks. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England Osaka came back from 4-2 down in the first-set breaker, using her backhand to force an error on her second set point. Danilovic started the second set with three consecutive aces. In the tiebreak Osaka challenged a called ace by Danilovic and the review showed the ball just out. Danilovic then double-faulted, and Osaka took a 3-1 lead. A smash gave Osaka a 6-4 advantage and double match point which she wrapped up with a forehand winner on the next point. Two-time Australian Open champion Azarenka had to qualify for this week's main draw, but eased past wild card Siegemund. Croatian Donna Vekic lost to Diana Shnaider in last year's Bad Homburg final, but she reversed that result on Monday. Vekic saved all four break points she faced to sweep past the sixth seeded Russian 6-3, 6-3. She next plays Czech Linda Noskova who beat Australian Ajla Tomljanovic 6-3, 6-2. 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.

Former world number ones Naomi Osaka and Victoria Azarenka both advanced to the second round in the Wimbledon warm-up tournament at Bad Homburg on Monday.

Naomi Osaka, Victoria Azarenka advance on grass at Bad Homburg

Brazilian side Botafogo booked their place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup on Monday despite a 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid which was not enough to prevent the Spaniards crashing out. Atletico, routed 4-0 by Paris Saint-Germain in their opening game of the tournament, went into the final round of Group B fixtures knowing they would likely need a big win to advance.&nbsp;With PSG defeating the Seattle Sounders 2-0 elsewhere in Group B, that task proved beyond Diego Simeone's men in another sweltering midday kick-off in front of 22,992 fans at the Pasadena Rose Bowl.&nbsp;Former France international Antoine Griezmann scored the game's only goal, lashing home a Julian Alvarez cross in the 87th minute to give Atletico a victory that ultimately was in vain.&nbsp;Botafogo -- who upset European champions PSG 1-0 in their second group game -- finished the group stage in second on six points behind the French giants, who top the section on goal difference.&nbsp;Atletico, who also finished with six points, missed out on goal difference behind Botafogo."We're frustrated that we didn't qualify -- we had six points," Atletico coach Simeone said afterwards. "At the end of the day we were punished because it wasn't enough.&nbsp;"I'm proud of the work of my guys. We played our hearts out; we won two games but unfortunately we are not going through."&nbsp;Botafogo, the South American champions, started brightly against Atletico, with the lively Venezuelan international Jefferson Savarino testing Jan Oblak in the opening minutes.Atletico though grew into the contest and controlled possession and territory as the first half wore on.&nbsp;Argentina international striker Alvarez had a promising opening in the 41st minute, but saw his shot deflect off Botafogo centre-half Alexander Barboza for a corner.&nbsp;Atletico thought they had made a crucial breakthrough on the stroke of half-time when Alvarez appeared to be kicked in the penalty area, prompting a penalty check by the video assistant referee.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-1st-test-rahul-joins-jaiswal-to-replicate-rare-feat-from-india-s-1936-test-against-england-1750691988956">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England</a>&nbsp;But while Alvarez appeared to be fouled, the review spotted a foul on Barboza in the build-up and no penalty was given.&nbsp;"None of the decisions went our way," Simeone said of the incident afterwards.With time running out in the second half, Atletico spent long periods camped in Botafogo territory with the Brazilians seemingly content to soak up pressure.&nbsp;The side from Rio de Janeiro came closest to breaking the deadlock on 67 minutes, with Igor Jesus's first-time volley from Cuiabano's cross parried away by Oblak for a corner.Yet in the closing stages Griezmann grabbed what turned out to be the winning goal, taking advantage of poor marking to tuck away Alvarez's whipped cross -- but it was too little, too late for them.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Brazilian side Botafogo booked their place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup on Monday despite a 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid which was not enough to prevent the Spaniards crashing out.

Brazilian side Botafogo booked their place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup on Monday despite a 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid which was not enough to prevent the Spaniards crashing out. Atletico, routed 4-0 by Paris Saint-Germain in their opening game of the tournament, went into the final round of Group B fixtures knowing they would likely need a big win to advance. With PSG defeating the Seattle Sounders 2-0 elsewhere in Group B, that task proved beyond Diego Simeone's men in another sweltering midday kick-off in front of 22,992 fans at the Pasadena Rose Bowl. Former France international Antoine Griezmann scored the game's only goal, lashing home a Julian Alvarez cross in the 87th minute to give Atletico a victory that ultimately was in vain. Botafogo -- who upset European champions PSG 1-0 in their second group game -- finished the group stage in second on six points behind the French giants, who top the section on goal difference. Atletico, who also finished with six points, missed out on goal difference behind Botafogo. "We're frustrated that we didn't qualify -- we had six points," Atletico coach Simeone said afterwards. "At the end of the day we were punished because it wasn't enough. "I'm proud of the work of my guys. We played our hearts out; we won two games but unfortunately we are not going through." Botafogo, the South American champions, started brightly against Atletico, with the lively Venezuelan international Jefferson Savarino testing Jan Oblak in the opening minutes. Atletico though grew into the contest and controlled possession and territory as the first half wore on. Argentina international striker Alvarez had a promising opening in the 41st minute, but saw his shot deflect off Botafogo centre-half Alexander Barboza for a corner. Atletico thought they had made a crucial breakthrough on the stroke of half-time when Alvarez appeared to be kicked in the penalty area, prompting a penalty check by the video assistant referee. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England But while Alvarez appeared to be fouled, the review spotted a foul on Barboza in the build-up and no penalty was given. "None of the decisions went our way," Simeone said of the incident afterwards. With time running out in the second half, Atletico spent long periods camped in Botafogo territory with the Brazilians seemingly content to soak up pressure. The side from Rio de Janeiro came closest to breaking the deadlock on 67 minutes, with Igor Jesus's first-time volley from Cuiabano's cross parried away by Oblak for a corner. Yet in the closing stages Griezmann grabbed what turned out to be the winning goal, taking advantage of poor marking to tuck away Alvarez's whipped cross -- but it was too little, too late for them. 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.

Brazilian side Botafogo booked their place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup on Monday despite a 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid which was not enough to prevent the Spaniards crashing out.

FIFA Club World Cup: Atletico win in vain as Botafogo advance on goal difference

Rishabh Pant became the first India batsman to score hundreds in both innings of a Test against England before the hosts hit back to leave themselves 371 to win the series opener at Headingley on Monday (Jun 23). England openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett survived a potentially tricky six-over spell to take England to 21-0 at stumps, with the hosts now needing a further 350 runs to go 1-0 up in this five-match series. Swashbuckling wicketkeeper Pant, who made 134 in the first innings, completed a 130-ball century, including 13 fours and two sixes on the fourth afternoon before falling for 118.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-1st-test-pant-follows-bumrahs-footsteps-breaks-29-year-old-pakistan-record-in-sena-countries-1750686480497">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Pant follows Bumrah's footsteps, breaks 29-year-old Pakistan record in SENA countries</a>Pant's dismissal ended a stand of 195 with KL Rahul that started with the match in the balance when India were 92-3 in their second innings.Rahul went on to make 137 but from the relative safety of 333-4, India lost their last six wickets for 31 runs as they slumped to 364 all out, with fast bowler Josh Tongue doing the bulk of the damage in a burst of three wickets in four balls.India also collapsed in the first innings. Despite hundreds from captain Shubman Gill, Pant and Yashasvi Jaiswal, they were dismissed for 471 after losing their last seven wickets for 41 runs.The outstanding Jasprit Bumrah, the world's top-ranked Test bowler, took five wickets in England's first-innings 465 and will be the danger man for the tourists in the decisive final innings of the match.However, England reached a target of 378 -- their record successful fourth-innings chase in Test cricket -- against a Bumrah-led India attack at Edgbaston three years ago.If England do make 371, it will be the second-highest winning fourth-innings chase in a Test at Headingley, surpassing the 362-9 they made against Australia in 2019 when captain Ben Stokes sealed a dramatic Ashes win with an unbeaten century. &nbsp;Pant is just the second wicketkeeper in Test history to score hundreds in both innings of the same match following Andy Flower's scores of 142 and 199 not out for Zimbabwe against South Africa in 2001.After a morning session in which India skipper Gill was the only batsman dismissed, Rahul and Pant upped the tempo in their contrasting styles.Pant completed an 83-ball fifty before driving Shoaib Bashir for two soaring sixes in three balls.Rahul ton Rahul took 202 balls to reach his century, featuring 13 fours, with a trademark cover-drive -- his ninth hundred in 59 Tests.Pant, severely injured in a life-threatening car crash in December 2022, was stuck in the 90s before a quick single took him to a 130-ball century featuring 13 fours and two sixes.India great Sunil Gavaskar, watching from the stands, encouraged Pant to mark this century with the familiar somersault with which he had marked his first-innings hundred, but this time Pant celebrated in more conventional style.Rahul eventually played on to Brydon Carse before Tongue dismissed Shardul Thakur and Mohammed Siraj with successive deliveries.Bumrah survived the hat-trick but was bowled next ball by Tongue with Prasidh Krishna out for a duck as well when he holed out off Bashir to end the innings.&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.

England openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett survived a potentially tricky six-over spell to take England to 21-0 at stumps, with the hosts now needing a further 350 runs to go 1-0 up in this five-match series.

Rishabh Pant became the first India batsman to score hundreds in both innings of a Test against England before the hosts hit back to leave themselves 371 to win the series opener at Headingley on Monday (Jun 23). England openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett survived a potentially tricky six-over spell to take England to 21-0 at stumps, with the hosts now needing a further 350 runs to go 1-0 up in this five-match series. Swashbuckling wicketkeeper Pant, who made 134 in the first innings, completed a 130-ball century, including 13 fours and two sixes on the fourth afternoon before falling for 118. Also Read - IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Pant follows Bumrah's footsteps, breaks 29-year-old Pakistan record in SENA countries Pant's dismissal ended a stand of 195 with KL Rahul that started with the match in the balance when India were 92-3 in their second innings. Rahul went on to make 137 but from the relative safety of 333-4, India lost their last six wickets for 31 runs as they slumped to 364 all out, with fast bowler Josh Tongue doing the bulk of the damage in a burst of three wickets in four balls. India also collapsed in the first innings. Despite hundreds from captain Shubman Gill, Pant and Yashasvi Jaiswal, they were dismissed for 471 after losing their last seven wickets for 41 runs. The outstanding Jasprit Bumrah, the world's top-ranked Test bowler, took five wickets in England's first-innings 465 and will be the danger man for the tourists in the decisive final innings of the match. However, England reached a target of 378 -- their record successful fourth-innings chase in Test cricket -- against a Bumrah-led India attack at Edgbaston three years ago. If England do make 371, it will be the second-highest winning fourth-innings chase in a Test at Headingley, surpassing the 362-9 they made against Australia in 2019 when captain Ben Stokes sealed a dramatic Ashes win with an unbeaten century. Pant is just the second wicketkeeper in Test history to score hundreds in both innings of the same match following Andy Flower's scores of 142 and 199 not out for Zimbabwe against South Africa in 2001. After a morning session in which India skipper Gill was the only batsman dismissed, Rahul and Pant upped the tempo in their contrasting styles. Pant completed an 83-ball fifty before driving Shoaib Bashir for two soaring sixes in three balls. Rahul ton Rahul took 202 balls to reach his century, featuring 13 fours, with a trademark cover-drive -- his ninth hundred in 59 Tests. Pant, severely injured in a life-threatening car crash in December 2022, was stuck in the 90s before a quick single took him to a 130-ball century featuring 13 fours and two sixes. India great Sunil Gavaskar, watching from the stands, encouraged Pant to mark this century with the familiar somersault with which he had marked his first-innings hundred, but this time Pant celebrated in more conventional style. Rahul eventually played on to Brydon Carse before Tongue dismissed Shardul Thakur and Mohammed Siraj with successive deliveries. Bumrah survived the hat-trick but was bowled next ball by Tongue with Prasidh Krishna out for a duck as well when he holed out off Bashir to end the innings. 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.

England openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett survived a potentially tricky six-over spell to take England to 21-0 at stumps, with the hosts now needing a further 350 runs to go 1-0 up in this five-match series.

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: England bounce back after Pant's twin tons set up thrilling finish in Headingley

Keegan Bradley could become the first Ryder Cup playing captain since Arnold Palmer in 1963 after jumping to seventh in world rankings following his PGA Tour Travelers Championship victory. The 39-year-old American's fightback triumph Sunday over England's Tommy Fleetwood brought an eighth career PGA crown, his fourth in as many years, and sparked already brisk talk about Bradley playing on his US squad against Europe in September at Bethpage Black.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-real-madrid-jude-bellingham-to-undergo-shoulder-surgery-after-club-world-cup-1750663632851">Madrid’s Bellingham to undergo shoulder surgery after Club World Cup</a>"Yeah, I mean, listen, this changes the story a little bit," said Bradley, previously reluctant to consider a playing captaincy."I never would have thought about playing if I hadn't won. This definitely opens the door to play. I don't know if I'm going to do it or not, but I certainly have to take a pretty hard look at what's best for the team and we'll see."Bradley leaped 14 spots in the world rankings and into ninth in the US team points qualifying. While still shy of the six automatic qualifying spots, Bradley is in a position that would typically be worthy of a captain's pick."It's still June, so we still got a long ways to go," Bradley said. "This definitely changes things a little bit and we'll all get together and figure out the best way to do this."The six automatic qualifiers will be set after the BMW Championship on August 17 while the six captain's picks will be chosen after the Tour Championship in Atlanta on August 21-24."I will play if I feel like it will help the team," said.Bradley has fielded questions about playing in the Cup all year."I never really planned on playing," he said. "I really wanted to just be the captain. I really felt strongly about that. I want to serve the guys. They asked me to do a job. I want to do it to the best of my abilities."With the amazing vice captains that I have, and I have a better perspective of playing in the Presidents Cup and being around a lot of the guys, I feel a lot more comfortable if I went that route."If he plays, Bradley would load more responsibilities on his assistant captains -- Jim Furyk, Kevin Kisner, Webb Simpson and Brandt Snedeker."I'm really proud of the guys that are vice captains," Bradley said. "You got Jim Furyk, one of the greatest players to play and also an incredibly great captain at the Presidents Cup."Furyk guided the Americans to a 10th consecutive victory over the Internationals in last year's Presidents Cup at Montreal.The Presidents Cup also saw Tiger Woods serve as a playing captain in 2019 at Royal Melbourne, when the US team won 16-14 in Australia.PGA of America chief executive Seth Waugh told Bradley a year ago when he was picked as captain that he wanted Bradley to be the first playing captain since Palmer."My head was spinning, I didn't know what they were talking about, but they knew that was a possibility," Bradley said.“A year ago I don't know if I would have thought I would be seventh in the world, but I certainly thought I would be contending in tournaments.”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.

Bradley leaped 14 spots in the world rankings and into ninth in the US team points qualifying. While still shy of the six automatic qualifying spots, Bradley is in a position that would typically be worthy of a captain's pick.

Keegan Bradley could become the first Ryder Cup playing captain since Arnold Palmer in 1963 after jumping to seventh in world rankings following his PGA Tour Travelers Championship victory. The 39-year-old American's fightback triumph Sunday over England's Tommy Fleetwood brought an eighth career PGA crown, his fourth in as many years, and sparked already brisk talk about Bradley playing on his US squad against Europe in September at Bethpage Black. Also Read - Madrid’s Bellingham to undergo shoulder surgery after Club World Cup "Yeah, I mean, listen, this changes the story a little bit," said Bradley, previously reluctant to consider a playing captaincy. "I never would have thought about playing if I hadn't won. This definitely opens the door to play. I don't know if I'm going to do it or not, but I certainly have to take a pretty hard look at what's best for the team and we'll see." Bradley leaped 14 spots in the world rankings and into ninth in the US team points qualifying. While still shy of the six automatic qualifying spots, Bradley is in a position that would typically be worthy of a captain's pick. "It's still June, so we still got a long ways to go," Bradley said. "This definitely changes things a little bit and we'll all get together and figure out the best way to do this." The six automatic qualifiers will be set after the BMW Championship on August 17 while the six captain's picks will be chosen after the Tour Championship in Atlanta on August 21-24. "I will play if I feel like it will help the team," said. Bradley has fielded questions about playing in the Cup all year. "I never really planned on playing," he said. "I really wanted to just be the captain. I really felt strongly about that. I want to serve the guys. They asked me to do a job. I want to do it to the best of my abilities. "With the amazing vice captains that I have, and I have a better perspective of playing in the Presidents Cup and being around a lot of the guys, I feel a lot more comfortable if I went that route." If he plays, Bradley would load more responsibilities on his assistant captains -- Jim Furyk, Kevin Kisner, Webb Simpson and Brandt Snedeker. "I'm really proud of the guys that are vice captains," Bradley said. "You got Jim Furyk, one of the greatest players to play and also an incredibly great captain at the Presidents Cup." Furyk guided the Americans to a 10th consecutive victory over the Internationals in last year's Presidents Cup at Montreal. The Presidents Cup also saw Tiger Woods serve as a playing captain in 2019 at Royal Melbourne, when the US team won 16-14 in Australia. PGA of America chief executive Seth Waugh told Bradley a year ago when he was picked as captain that he wanted Bradley to be the first playing captain since Palmer. "My head was spinning, I didn't know what they were talking about, but they knew that was a possibility," Bradley said. “A year ago I don't know if I would have thought I would be seventh in the world, but I certainly thought I would be contending in tournaments.” 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.

Bradley leaped 14 spots in the world rankings and into ninth in the US team points qualifying. While still shy of the six automatic qualifying spots, Bradley is in a position that would typically be worthy of a captain's pick.

Keegan Bradley hopes to become playing captain at Ryder Cup after latest PGA Tour win

Rishabh Pant hit twin hundreds (134 and 118) in first Test against England at Headingley in Leeds (UK) and took his tally to 8 - the most by a wicketkeeper-batter from Asia (India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh or Afghanistan).

Rishabh Pant hit twin hundreds (134 and 118) in first Test against England at Headingley in Leeds (UK) and took his tally to 8 - the most by a wicketkeeper-batter from Asia (India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh or Afghanistan).

All-time Asian great? Rishabh Pant now has most Test hundreds as wicketkeeper-batter from Asia

India are having a record-breaking Test at Headingley in Leeds against England with KL Rahul joining the list as well. Rahul (120 at tea on day 4), playing as an opener, has scored a century in the second innings to go with Yashasvi Jaiswal's ton (101) in the first innings. This is only the second instance for India in Tests in England with both openers scoring at least one century in the same match. It was in 1936 Manchester Test when both Indian openers Vijay Hazare (114 in second innings) and Syed Mushtaq Ali (112 in second innings) scored a ton in the same Test in England.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-1st-test-pant-follows-bumrahs-footsteps-breaks-29-year-old-pakistan-record-in-sena-countries-1750686480497">IND vs ENG: Pant breaks 29-year-old Pakistan record in SENA countries</a>With his century in the first innings, Jaiswal had become the first Indian opener ever to score a ton at Headingley in Leeds. His 101 set the base for India's 474-run total in the first innings which also had tons from skipper Shubman Gill (147) and Rishabh Pant (134).The century from Gill was his first in maiden Test as skipper and he became only the fifth Indian skipper to achieve the milestone. Before Gill, Virat Kohli, Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar and Vijay Hazare had scored a ton in their maiden Test as India skipper.The century from Pant in the first innings saw India repeat the Headingley 2002 feat when Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid and Sourav Ganguly had scored a ton each.In the second innings, Pant scored a century as well apart from Rahul. With the ton, Pant became only the second wicketkeeper-batter in the world and first Indian to score twin tons in a Test. Before him, Zimbabwe's Andy Flower had scored twin tons in a Test when he scored 142 and 199 not out against South Africa in Hararein 2001.India also have recorded five centuries in the match - the first such instance for the Asian giants, going past their previous record of four tons against Bangladesh in Mirpur in 2007. &nbsp;

India also have recorded five centuries in the match - the first such instance for the Asian giants, going past their previous record of four tons against Bangladesh in Mirpur in 2007.

India are having a record-breaking Test at Headingley in Leeds against England with KL Rahul joining the list as well. Rahul (120 at tea on day 4), playing as an opener, has scored a century in the second innings to go with Yashasvi Jaiswal's ton (101) in the first innings. This is only the second instance for India in Tests in England with both openers scoring at least one century in the same match. It was in 1936 Manchester Test when both Indian openers Vijay Hazare (114 in second innings) and Syed Mushtaq Ali (112 in second innings) scored a ton in the same Test in England. Also Read - IND vs ENG: Pant breaks 29-year-old Pakistan record in SENA countries With his century in the first innings, Jaiswal had become the first Indian opener ever to score a ton at Headingley in Leeds. His 101 set the base for India's 474-run total in the first innings which also had tons from skipper Shubman Gill (147) and Rishabh Pant (134). The century from Gill was his first in maiden Test as skipper and he became only the fifth Indian skipper to achieve the milestone. Before Gill, Virat Kohli, Sunil Gavaskar, Dilip Vengsarkar and Vijay Hazare had scored a ton in their maiden Test as India skipper. The century from Pant in the first innings saw India repeat the Headingley 2002 feat when Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid and Sourav Ganguly had scored a ton each. In the second innings, Pant scored a century as well apart from Rahul. With the ton, Pant became only the second wicketkeeper-batter in the world and first Indian to score twin tons in a Test. Before him, Zimbabwe's Andy Flower had scored twin tons in a Test when he scored 142 and 199 not out against South Africa in Hararein 2001. India also have recorded five centuries in the match - the first such instance for the Asian giants, going past their previous record of four tons against Bangladesh in Mirpur in 2007.

India also have recorded five centuries in the match - the first such instance for the Asian giants, going past their previous record of four tons against Bangladesh in Mirpur in 2007.

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rahul joins Jaiswal to replicate rare feat from India's 1936 Test against England

Shah Rukh Khan, also known as the 'King of Bollywood,' is not only a top movie star but also a big name in the cricket world. His love for cricket and sharp business mind have helped him to create one of the most famous T20 cricket brands — the Knight Riders Group. SRK's cricket journey began with the introduction of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008. KKR began as underdogs but went on to win the Indian Premier League (IPL) title three times in 2012, 2014, and 2024. Apart from SRK, Juhi Chawla, along with her husband Jay Mehta also own a stake (45%) in the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).&nbsp;Shah Rukh Khan then took his Knight Riders brand global by singing teams in international premier leagues like - CPL (Caribbean Premier League), MLC (Major League Cricket) and ILT (International League T20) etc.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="England's Brydon Carse considered toe amputation once and now is a part of formidable pace attack">England's Brydon Carse considered toe amputation once and now is a part of formidable pace attack</a>&nbsp;SRK's Global teams includes -&nbsp;<ul><li>&nbsp;Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), a team that has won the title four times (2015, 2017, 2018, 2020).</li><li>&nbsp;Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) in Major League Cricket (MLC) in the USA, helping promote cricket in North America.</li><li>&nbsp;Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the International League T20 (ILT20).</li></ul>Before the 2025 CPL season, Shah Rukh Khan’s Trinbago Knight Riders made headlines by picking two Pakistani players in the draft on June 18.&nbsp;Mohammad Amir The experienced left-arm fast bowler has played four CPL seasons, taking 51 wickets in 39 games at an impressive average of 18.09.&nbsp;Usman TariqA young off-spinner who impressed in PSL 2025 by taking 10 wickets in just 5 games for Quetta Gladiators. This will be his first CPL season, and fans are eagerly waiting to see how he performs on Caribbean pitches. Pakistani players are still banned from playing IPLSince 2009, due to political tensions between India and Pakistan, the BCCI has not allowed Pakistani players to take part in the Indian Premier League.&nbsp;

Before the 2025 CPL (Caribbean Premier League) season, Shah Rukh Khan’s Trinbago Knight Riders made headlines by picking two Pakistani players in the draft on June 18.

Shah Rukh Khan, also known as the 'King of Bollywood,' is not only a top movie star but also a big name in the cricket world. His love for cricket and sharp business mind have helped him to create one of the most famous T20 cricket brands — the Knight Riders Group. SRK's cricket journey began with the introduction of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008. KKR began as underdogs but went on to win the Indian Premier League (IPL) title three times in 2012, 2014, and 2024. Apart from SRK, Juhi Chawla, along with her husband Jay Mehta also own a stake (45%) in the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Shah Rukh Khan then took his Knight Riders brand global by singing teams in international premier leagues like - CPL (Caribbean Premier League), MLC (Major League Cricket) and ILT (International League T20) etc. Also Read - England's Brydon Carse considered toe amputation once and now is a part of formidable pace attack SRK's Global teams includes - Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), a team that has won the title four times (2015, 2017, 2018, 2020). Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) in Major League Cricket (MLC) in the USA, helping promote cricket in North America. Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the International League T20 (ILT20). Before the 2025 CPL season, Shah Rukh Khan’s Trinbago Knight Riders made headlines by picking two Pakistani players in the draft on June 18. Mohammad Amir The experienced left-arm fast bowler has played four CPL seasons, taking 51 wickets in 39 games at an impressive average of 18.09. Usman Tariq A young off-spinner who impressed in PSL 2025 by taking 10 wickets in just 5 games for Quetta Gladiators. This will be his first CPL season, and fans are eagerly waiting to see how he performs on Caribbean pitches. Pakistani players are still banned from playing IPL Since 2009, due to political tensions between India and Pakistan, the BCCI has not allowed Pakistani players to take part in the Indian Premier League.

Before the 2025 CPL (Caribbean Premier League) season, Shah Rukh Khan’s Trinbago Knight Riders made headlines by picking two Pakistani players in the draft on June 18.

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There is no stopping Rishabh Pant in Test cricket. The Indian keeper-batter broke multiple records on his way to completing twin centuries in a single Test, becoming the first from the country and the second overall ever to achieve this feat. Pant notched up his eighth Test hundred against England on day four of the Leeds Test – his second of this game, as India also broke the centuries tally record (5*) in a Test match game. Pant, however, also broke the record of hitting the most runs in a Test by an Indian keeper-batter, surpassing MS Dhoni’s tally of 224 runs.&nbsp;Pant is back in form. The left-hander notched up a hundred in the first innings at Headingley - his third on English soil. Pant hit a brilliant 134, smashing six sixes and 12 fours – including surpassing his former team captain Rohit Sharma on the list of players with the most sixes hit in the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. Although that hundred, aligned with two more from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, helped India hit 471 in the first innings, his second has already put the visitors in the driver’s seat in the series opener.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/what-makes-good-bowlers-great-bowlers-good-fielding-fellow-bowlers-or-just-bowling-1750684492532">What makes good bowlers great bowlers? Fielding, fellow bowlers or just bowling?</a> &nbsp;Moreover, his second hundred of this Test made him only the second wicketkeeper-batter in history, after former Zimbabwe captain Andy Flower, to score centuries in both innings of a match. &nbsp;Besides, he also surpassed Budhisagar Krishnappa Kunderan’s tally of 230 runs for the keeper-batter with the most runs across both innings in a Test for India.<h3>Team India breaks century tally record &nbsp;</h3>For the first time in Indian cricket history, five batters scored hundreds in the same match, surpassing the previous best of four, when India’s top four, including Dinesh Karthik, Wasim Jaffer, Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar, all scored hundreds against Bangladesh during the 2007 Mirpur Test.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-1st-test-pant-follows-bumrahs-footsteps-breaks-29-year-old-pakistan-record-in-sena-countries-1750686480497">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Pant follows Bumrah's footsteps, breaks 29-year-old Pakistan record in SENA countries</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, India’s lead gas surpassed 270, with less than five sessions remaining in the game. Earlier, KL Rahul also completed his hundred in the second innings.&nbsp;

Rishabh Pant also broke the record of hitting the most runs in a Test by an Indian keeper-batter, surpassing MS Dhoni’s tally of 224 runs. 

There is no stopping Rishabh Pant in Test cricket. The Indian keeper-batter broke multiple records on his way to completing twin centuries in a single Test, becoming the first from the country and the second overall ever to achieve this feat. Pant notched up his eighth Test hundred against England on day four of the Leeds Test – his second of this game, as India also broke the centuries tally record (5*) in a Test match game. Pant, however, also broke the record of hitting the most runs in a Test by an Indian keeper-batter, surpassing MS Dhoni’s tally of 224 runs. Pant is back in form. The left-hander notched up a hundred in the first innings at Headingley - his third on English soil. Pant hit a brilliant 134, smashing six sixes and 12 fours – including surpassing his former team captain Rohit Sharma on the list of players with the most sixes hit in the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. Although that hundred, aligned with two more from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, helped India hit 471 in the first innings, his second has already put the visitors in the driver’s seat in the series opener. Also read | What makes good bowlers great bowlers? Fielding, fellow bowlers or just bowling? Moreover, his second hundred of this Test made him only the second wicketkeeper-batter in history, after former Zimbabwe captain Andy Flower, to score centuries in both innings of a match. Besides, he also surpassed Budhisagar Krishnappa Kunderan’s tally of 230 runs for the keeper-batter with the most runs across both innings in a Test for India. Team India breaks century tally record For the first time in Indian cricket history, five batters scored hundreds in the same match, surpassing the previous best of four, when India’s top four, including Dinesh Karthik, Wasim Jaffer, Rahul Dravid and Sachin Tendulkar, all scored hundreds against Bangladesh during the 2007 Mirpur Test. Also read | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Pant follows Bumrah's footsteps, breaks 29-year-old Pakistan record in SENA countries Meanwhile, India’s lead gas surpassed 270, with less than five sessions remaining in the game. Earlier, KL Rahul also completed his hundred in the second innings.

Rishabh Pant also broke the record of hitting the most runs in a Test by an Indian keeper-batter, surpassing MS Dhoni’s tally of 224 runs.&nbsp;

Rishabh Pant becomes 1st Indian keeper and 2nd overall ever to score twin tons in one Test as India break century record in Leeds

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has managed to reach a milestone where no Asian wicketkeeper-batter has ever touched. Pant now has most runs by a wicketkeeper-batter in a Test match in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia) after his second fifty in the first Test against England on day (Jun 23). He also has most runs for any wicketkeeper-batter (visitor or host) at Headingley in Leeds (UK). Among Asian wicketkeeper-batters, Pant went past Pakistan's Moin Khan for most runs in a Test match. Pant, by reaching the 91-run mark, also broke MS Dhoni's record of most runs by an Indian wicketkeeper-batter in a Test (home or away). He was eventually dismissed for 118 runs - having scored 252 runs in the Test.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-bumrah-vs-akram-who-is-better-test-bowler-in-sena-countries-1750677613362">Bumrah or Akram? Indian pacer and Pak great are neck-to-neck overall in SENA countries, yet...</a>Pant had scored 134 runs in the first innings of the ongoing first Test against England with 70th run in his second innings - he breached the mark of most runs by an Asian wicketkeeper-batter in SENA nations. The previous record of 204 runs was also in Pant's name when he had scored 146 and 57 in Birmingham Test in 2022.At Headingley in Leeds, he overtook Moin Khan's record of 135 runs in a Test the first two runs (four in his case) of his innings. Moin had scored 105 and 30 not out in in a 1996 Test. Earlier in Test, Bumrah (150) had broken Wasim Akram's (146) record for most Test wickets in SENA countries by an Asian bowler.Pant, as his reached 73-run mark in the second innings, overtook Australia's Ian Healy (206) for second most runs by a wicketkeeper-batter (visitor or host) in SENA countries. The record for most runs (251) by a wicketkeeper-batter in SENA countries is held by South African Dennis Lindsay who had scored 69 and 182 runs in a Test in 1966 against Australia in Johannesburg.Pant, by reaching the 91-run mark, also broke MS Dhoni's record of most runs by an Indian wicketkeeper-batter in a Test (home or away).

At Headingley in Leeds, he overtook Moin Khan's record of 135 runs in a Test the first two runs (four in his case) of his innings. Moin had scored 105 and 30 not out in in a 1996 Test.

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has managed to reach a milestone where no Asian wicketkeeper-batter has ever touched. Pant now has most runs by a wicketkeeper-batter in a Test match in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia) after his second fifty in the first Test against England on day (Jun 23). He also has most runs for any wicketkeeper-batter (visitor or host) at Headingley in Leeds (UK). Among Asian wicketkeeper-batters, Pant went past Pakistan's Moin Khan for most runs in a Test match. Pant, by reaching the 91-run mark, also broke MS Dhoni's record of most runs by an Indian wicketkeeper-batter in a Test (home or away). He was eventually dismissed for 118 runs - having scored 252 runs in the Test. Also Read - Bumrah or Akram? Indian pacer and Pak great are neck-to-neck overall in SENA countries, yet... Pant had scored 134 runs in the first innings of the ongoing first Test against England with 70th run in his second innings - he breached the mark of most runs by an Asian wicketkeeper-batter in SENA nations. The previous record of 204 runs was also in Pant's name when he had scored 146 and 57 in Birmingham Test in 2022. At Headingley in Leeds, he overtook Moin Khan's record of 135 runs in a Test the first two runs (four in his case) of his innings. Moin had scored 105 and 30 not out in in a 1996 Test. Earlier in Test, Bumrah (150) had broken Wasim Akram's (146) record for most Test wickets in SENA countries by an Asian bowler. Pant, as his reached 73-run mark in the second innings, overtook Australia's Ian Healy (206) for second most runs by a wicketkeeper-batter (visitor or host) in SENA countries. The record for most runs (251) by a wicketkeeper-batter in SENA countries is held by South African Dennis Lindsay who had scored 69 and 182 runs in a Test in 1966 against Australia in Johannesburg. Pant, by reaching the 91-run mark, also broke MS Dhoni's record of most runs by an Indian wicketkeeper-batter in a Test (home or away).

At Headingley in Leeds, he overtook Moin Khan's record of 135 runs in a Test the first two runs (four in his case) of his innings. Moin had scored 105 and 30 not out in in a 1996 Test.

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Pant follows Bumrah's footsteps, breaks 29-year-old Pakistan record in SENA countries

There are quick bowlers, while some are quicker than them; some are just too good, while some get better with time, and then come great bowlers. How are they great? What do they do? Do they have some special skills, or are they born talented? There, of course, remains a vast difference between the regular ones, the good ones and the best ones. For instance, Jasprit Bumrah - he’s India’s greatest ever, not even comparable, and among the best of his generation. Some even call him <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-1st-test-leeds-has-cricket-found-its-most-complete-fast-bowler-in-jasprit-bumrah-ashes-winner-steve-finn-reflects-1750665798590">the most complete bowler in Test history</a>, while those on the internet cannot stop making TikTok edits on his bowling prowess.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2025-placing-james-anderson-name-ahead-of-sachin-tendulkar-in-trophy-renaming-saga-irks-gavaskar-pataudi-1750681059520">IND vs ENG: Placing Anderson’s name ahead of Tendulkar in Trophy renaming saga irks Gavaskar</a>&nbsp;So, what makes him better than others? Are there factors that aid this statement, and if yes, then what are they?<h2>Does good fielding help? &nbsp;</h2>Of course, it does, and it does big time.&nbsp; &nbsp;Bowlers don’t just clean bowl batters every time or trap them in the middle - they need good fielders placed at the correct position for them to taste success; in another case, should that not happen, bowlers, scorecards, and the bowling team - all suffer. &nbsp;Pick the best bowlers of all time and dig deep into the stats, their teammates, and world-class fielders during that time, and see the difference. Pick any West Indian team from the past, or even English and Australian sides of the late 80s, all consisting of marvellous catchers and fielders.&nbsp; &nbsp;Although it’s always the bowler and his delivery that brings everyone else in the game, the tight slip cordon and those standing on the gully add value to it. &nbsp;Be it Dennis Lillee-Rod Marsh, Malcolm Marshall-Jeffrey Dujon, Glenn McGrath-Adam Gilchrist or even Ian Botham-Robert Taylor, all are among the best bowler-fielder combinations (in Tests) that helped better each other’s records and make them enter history books.<h3>Does just good bowling help? &nbsp;</h3>It does! It’s the base; only good bowling leads to creating more chances, and those chances convert into wickets. Those playing international cricket are top-notch in their respective divisions and categories and are expected to deliver across all conditions.&nbsp; &nbsp;Though not many live up to their hypes, and it could be for any reason, those who break walls are regarded as the best. One such name is Indian quick Jasprit Bumrah, who has been breaking the internet with his match-winning spells since the start. Lately, his records, spells, and, most importantly, his impact on the game are tearing through everything, paving the way for him to become cricket’s greatest ever.&nbsp; &nbsp;In all 45 Tests played to date, he has made a massive impact. Following breaking countless records on India’s tour of Australia late last year by picking 32 wickets across five matches - the most by any Indian Down Under - Bumrah broke a few more in the Leeds Test against England.&nbsp; &nbsp;With his 14th five-wicket haul in Tests, which included everything from fantastic bowling and great catching, Bumrah went past Wasim Akram and Kapil Dev on separate lists.&nbsp; &nbsp;To conclude, the team effort is all it takes to be successful.&nbsp;

What makes good bowlers great bowlers? Fielding, fellow bowlers or just bowling?

There are quick bowlers, while some are quicker than them; some are just too good, while some get better with time, and then come great bowlers. How are they great? What do they do? Do they have some special skills, or are they born talented? There, of course, remains a vast difference between the regular ones, the good ones and the best ones. For instance, Jasprit Bumrah - he’s India’s greatest ever, not even comparable, and among the best of his generation. Some even call him the most complete bowler in Test history, while those on the internet cannot stop making TikTok edits on his bowling prowess. Also read | IND vs ENG: Placing Anderson’s name ahead of Tendulkar in Trophy renaming saga irks Gavaskar So, what makes him better than others? Are there factors that aid this statement, and if yes, then what are they? Does good fielding help? Of course, it does, and it does big time. Bowlers don’t just clean bowl batters every time or trap them in the middle - they need good fielders placed at the correct position for them to taste success; in another case, should that not happen, bowlers, scorecards, and the bowling team - all suffer. Pick the best bowlers of all time and dig deep into the stats, their teammates, and world-class fielders during that time, and see the difference. Pick any West Indian team from the past, or even English and Australian sides of the late 80s, all consisting of marvellous catchers and fielders. Although it’s always the bowler and his delivery that brings everyone else in the game, the tight slip cordon and those standing on the gully add value to it. Be it Dennis Lillee-Rod Marsh, Malcolm Marshall-Jeffrey Dujon, Glenn McGrath-Adam Gilchrist or even Ian Botham-Robert Taylor, all are among the best bowler-fielder combinations (in Tests) that helped better each other’s records and make them enter history books. Does just good bowling help? It does! It’s the base; only good bowling leads to creating more chances, and those chances convert into wickets. Those playing international cricket are top-notch in their respective divisions and categories and are expected to deliver across all conditions. Though not many live up to their hypes, and it could be for any reason, those who break walls are regarded as the best. One such name is Indian quick Jasprit Bumrah, who has been breaking the internet with his match-winning spells since the start. Lately, his records, spells, and, most importantly, his impact on the game are tearing through everything, paving the way for him to become cricket’s greatest ever. In all 45 Tests played to date, he has made a massive impact. Following breaking countless records on India’s tour of Australia late last year by picking 32 wickets across five matches - the most by any Indian Down Under - Bumrah broke a few more in the Leeds Test against England. With his 14th five-wicket haul in Tests, which included everything from fantastic bowling and great catching, Bumrah went past Wasim Akram and Kapil Dev on separate lists. To conclude, the team effort is all it takes to be successful.

Although it’s always the bowler and his delivery that brings everyone else in the game, the tight slip cordon and those standing on the gully add value to it.

Jasprit Bumrah may have decided to play only three Tests on India's ongoing tour of England due to workload management but that hasn't impacted his belief to make a difference. Speaking at the press conference after after day 3 (Jun 22) of the first Test in Headingley, Bumrah said that people have written him off multiple times but he'll keep believing in himself to try and take India forward. The Indian pacer has made the impact instantly with his five-wicket haul and went past Pakistan great Wasim Akram for most wickets by an Asian bowler in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia) as well.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-bumrah-vs-akram-who-is-better-test-bowler-in-sena-countries-1750677613362">Bumrah or Akram? Indian pacer and Pak great are neck-to-neck overall in SENA countries, yet...</a>"I can't control what people write," he said. "Nor am I trying to teach people what to write and what not to write about me. Everybody is free to write what they want. I understand cricket is very popular in our country, and I understand that using my name in the headline boosts the viewership. But at the end of the day, it doesn't matter to me. Because if I let it get into my head, I will start believing it. I need my beliefs and my ways to dictate how I go. Not the way others want me to play."I always wanted to play for India. I played for India on my belief. I have played every format on my belief. I have always heard 'no' from people. First they said 'you won't be able to play'; then they said 'you will last only six months'; then they said 'you will last only eight months', and just like that I have spent ten years in international cricket listening to all this. I have played the IPL for 12-13 years."Even now people keep saying this injury will be it. Keep waiting, I will not think about that. I will keep doing my work. Every three-four months there will be headlines but, let's see, I will play till it is in my destiny. I prepare my best, and leave the rest to god. Whatever good fortune god has given me, I try to carry it forward, and try to take Indian cricket forward."Bumrah will be key for India, even if he plays three Tests, as India look for the first Test series win in England since 2007.

Bumrah will be key for India, even if he plays three out of five Tests on the ongoing tour, as India look for the first Test series win in England since 2007.

Jasprit Bumrah may have decided to play only three Tests on India's ongoing tour of England due to workload management but that hasn't impacted his belief to make a difference. Speaking at the press conference after after day 3 (Jun 22) of the first Test in Headingley, Bumrah said that people have written him off multiple times but he'll keep believing in himself to try and take India forward. The Indian pacer has made the impact instantly with his five-wicket haul and went past Pakistan great Wasim Akram for most wickets by an Asian bowler in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia) as well. Also Read - Bumrah or Akram? Indian pacer and Pak great are neck-to-neck overall in SENA countries, yet... "I can't control what people write," he said. "Nor am I trying to teach people what to write and what not to write about me. Everybody is free to write what they want. I understand cricket is very popular in our country, and I understand that using my name in the headline boosts the viewership. But at the end of the day, it doesn't matter to me. Because if I let it get into my head, I will start believing it. I need my beliefs and my ways to dictate how I go. Not the way others want me to play. "I always wanted to play for India. I played for India on my belief. I have played every format on my belief. I have always heard 'no' from people. First they said 'you won't be able to play'; then they said 'you will last only six months'; then they said 'you will last only eight months', and just like that I have spent ten years in international cricket listening to all this. I have played the IPL for 12-13 years. "Even now people keep saying this injury will be it. Keep waiting, I will not think about that. I will keep doing my work. Every three-four months there will be headlines but, let's see, I will play till it is in my destiny. I prepare my best, and leave the rest to god. Whatever good fortune god has given me, I try to carry it forward, and try to take Indian cricket forward." Bumrah will be key for India, even if he plays three Tests, as India look for the first Test series win in England since 2007.

Bumrah will be key for India, even if he plays three out of five Tests on the ongoing tour, as India look for the first Test series win in England since 2007.

IND vs ENG: 'My name in headline boosts viewership,' says Bumrah on constant chatter about his workload and injury

Indian batting legend Sunil Gavaskar wasn’t happy with the ECB’s decision to first retire the Pataudi Trophy and, secondly, for placing James Anderson’s name ahead of Sachin Tendulkar in its renaming saga. The moment the ECB decided to rename the Pataudi Trophy, awarded to the winner of the India-England Test series in England, to the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, it made fans question its order. While countless expressed displeasure on social media, Gavaskar, after whom the Test series between India and Australia goes by – the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, was the first high-profile name to raise questions about it.&nbsp;Barring the idea of placing Anderson’s name ahead of Tendulkar on the alphabetical order, Gavaskar wasn’t convinced by any reason offered for the same. Though he kept the English quick in the highest regard by even calling him a bowling legend, which, going by his Test wickets and records, he is, Gavaskar said, overlooking Sachin Tendulkar’s stature and impact on the game is not even comparable to Anderson's.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-1st-test-leeds-has-cricket-found-its-most-complete-fast-bowler-in-jasprit-bumrah-ashes-winner-steve-finn-reflects-1750665798590">Has cricket found its most complete fast bowler in Jasprit Bumrah? Ashes winner Finn thinks so</a> &nbsp;"The ECB is fully entitled to call the series by any name they choose, but for most, if not all, Indian cricket lovers, it is jarring to know that Anderson's name comes first. Not only is Sachin Tendulkar, along with Kapil Dev, the greatest Indian cricketer, but also senior to Anderson by more than a dozen years.&nbsp; &nbsp;“He is numero uno as far as runs and centuries are concerned in Test cricket, but also at the one-day level too; he has more runs than anybody else. Anderson is third in the list of wicket-takers in Test cricket, and his record is nowhere as good as Tendulkar's in one-day cricket," Gavaskar wrote in his column for the Mid-Day. &nbsp;Gavaskar added that, unlike Anderson, Sachin has won a World Cup, and although Anderson’s home record is phenomenal, his away numbers are not that interesting, unlike Sachin’s home and away numbers. &nbsp;"Tendulkar is also part of a World Cup-winning team, which Anderson has not been. Jimmy Anderson was a terrific bowler, but mainly in English conditions, and his record away is nowhere near as good as Tendulkar's is. So, by all accounts, Tendulkar's name should come first.&nbsp; &nbsp;“This argument that they are going by the letters of the alphabet, where the letter A comes before T, is such a lame one, for there's simply no comparison with what Tendulkar has done and achieved and what Anderson has for their respective countries. Please don’t misunderstand, there's massive respect for Anderson, but as an Indian, for me, Tendulkar will always be above him. I also urge all Indian cricket lovers, including the Indian media, to call it the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy,” he continued.

Placing Anderson’s name ahead of Tendulkar in Trophy renaming saga irks Gavaskar

Indian batting legend Sunil Gavaskar wasn’t happy with the ECB’s decision to first retire the Pataudi Trophy and, secondly, for placing James Anderson’s name ahead of Sachin Tendulkar in its renaming saga. The moment the ECB decided to rename the Pataudi Trophy, awarded to the winner of the India-England Test series in England, to the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, it made fans question its order. While countless expressed displeasure on social media, Gavaskar, after whom the Test series between India and Australia goes by – the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, was the first high-profile name to raise questions about it. Barring the idea of placing Anderson’s name ahead of Tendulkar on the alphabetical order, Gavaskar wasn’t convinced by any reason offered for the same. Though he kept the English quick in the highest regard by even calling him a bowling legend, which, going by his Test wickets and records, he is, Gavaskar said, overlooking Sachin Tendulkar’s stature and impact on the game is not even comparable to Anderson's. Also read | Has cricket found its most complete fast bowler in Jasprit Bumrah? Ashes winner Finn thinks so "The ECB is fully entitled to call the series by any name they choose, but for most, if not all, Indian cricket lovers, it is jarring to know that Anderson's name comes first. Not only is Sachin Tendulkar, along with Kapil Dev, the greatest Indian cricketer, but also senior to Anderson by more than a dozen years. “He is numero uno as far as runs and centuries are concerned in Test cricket, but also at the one-day level too; he has more runs than anybody else. Anderson is third in the list of wicket-takers in Test cricket, and his record is nowhere as good as Tendulkar's in one-day cricket," Gavaskar wrote in his column for the Mid-Day. Gavaskar added that, unlike Anderson, Sachin has won a World Cup, and although Anderson’s home record is phenomenal, his away numbers are not that interesting, unlike Sachin’s home and away numbers. "Tendulkar is also part of a World Cup-winning team, which Anderson has not been. Jimmy Anderson was a terrific bowler, but mainly in English conditions, and his record away is nowhere near as good as Tendulkar's is. So, by all accounts, Tendulkar's name should come first. “This argument that they are going by the letters of the alphabet, where the letter A comes before T, is such a lame one, for there's simply no comparison with what Tendulkar has done and achieved and what Anderson has for their respective countries. Please don’t misunderstand, there's massive respect for Anderson, but as an Indian, for me, Tendulkar will always be above him. I also urge all Indian cricket lovers, including the Indian media, to call it the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy,” he continued.

The moment the ECB decided to rename the Pataudi Trophy, awarded to the winner of the India-England Test series in England, to the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, it made fans question its order.&nbsp;

IND vs ENG: Placing Anderson’s name ahead of Tendulkar in Trophy renaming saga irks Gavaskar

England fast bowler Brydon Carse shared that he once thought about having a toe amputated to deal with a painful injury that kept him out of action for several months. Carse is seen as one of England’s rising stars in fast bowling, having taken 27 wickets in just five Test matches. The 29-year-old developed deep, infected wounds on the second toe of his left foot. This happened because of the repeated force on his left foot during bowling. The injury first became serious during England’s white-ball tour of India earlier this year. It caused him to miss the Champions Trophy and kept him out of cricket for three months.&nbsp;"At one stage I was going to bed thinking, 'I think I could actually do this - I think I could get rid of my second toe,' but then the medical staff said you need it for balance, so that was quickly ruled out," Carse told the BBC.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="Once a promising star, Prithvi Shaw wants to cut ties with Mumbai Cricket Association">Once a promising star, Prithvi Shaw wants to cut ties with Mumbai Cricket Association</a>&nbsp;To cope up with the issue, Carse tried different methods - He wore tighter boots, used special insoles, and even cut a hole in his shoe to take pressure off the toe. At one point, doctors even discussed plastic surgery after he returned early from the Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan. But in the end, rest turned out to be the best cure.&nbsp;&nbsp;“For a period of about six to eight weeks, I was on three or four different courses of antibiotics. Eventually the wound was that deep that it ultimately needed a period of time just to heal up and close up.” he added. &nbsp;Carse came back to first-class cricket in late May and played all three ODIs against the West Indies, helping England to win the series 3-0.&nbsp;He's currently playing against India in first Test in Headlingley and took one wicket of KL Rahul in the first innings. &nbsp;

The injury first became serious during England’s white-ball tour of India earlier this year. It caused him to miss the Champions Trophy and kept him out of cricket for three months.

England fast bowler Brydon Carse shared that he once thought about having a toe amputated to deal with a painful injury that kept him out of action for several months. Carse is seen as one of England’s rising stars in fast bowling, having taken 27 wickets in just five Test matches. The 29-year-old developed deep, infected wounds on the second toe of his left foot. This happened because of the repeated force on his left foot during bowling. The injury first became serious during England’s white-ball tour of India earlier this year. It caused him to miss the Champions Trophy and kept him out of cricket for three months. "At one stage I was going to bed thinking, 'I think I could actually do this - I think I could get rid of my second toe,' but then the medical staff said you need it for balance, so that was quickly ruled out," Carse told the BBC. Also Read - Once a promising star, Prithvi Shaw wants to cut ties with Mumbai Cricket Association To cope up with the issue, Carse tried different methods - He wore tighter boots, used special insoles, and even cut a hole in his shoe to take pressure off the toe. At one point, doctors even discussed plastic surgery after he returned early from the Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan. But in the end, rest turned out to be the best cure. “For a period of about six to eight weeks, I was on three or four different courses of antibiotics. Eventually the wound was that deep that it ultimately needed a period of time just to heal up and close up.” he added. Carse came back to first-class cricket in late May and played all three ODIs against the West Indies, helping England to win the series 3-0. He's currently playing against India in first Test in Headlingley and took one wicket of KL Rahul in the first innings.

The injury first became serious during England’s white-ball tour of India earlier this year. It caused him to miss the Champions Trophy and kept him out of cricket for three months.

England's Brydon Carse considered toe amputation once and now is a part of formidable pace attack

Travis Head said on Monday that Australia were experienced enough to cope as they prepare for their first Test without Steve Smith or Marnus Labuschagne since 2018. An out-of-form Labuschagne has been dropped for the opening Test against the West Indies in Barbados this week, while fellow batting stalwart Smith is nursing an injured finger. Sam Konstas and Josh Inglis, who have only played two Tests each, compared to the combined 175 of Smith and Labuschagne, replace them. But Head said he was not concerned.&nbsp;"They (Smith and Labuschagne) are still around the squad, so it still feels similar at the moment in the build-up," he told reporters in the West Indies. "Getting into the game will be a little bit of a new look, but it's guys who have already played, guys with experience already in a short amount of Test match cricket."&nbsp;Not since the Boxing Day Test against India in 2018 – when Smith was serving a year-long ban for ball-tampering- have Australia fielded a Test team without either him or Labuschagne.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/otd-in-2013-indian-captain-ms-dhoni-completes-trophy-cabinet-with-champions-trophy-triumph-india-vs-england-birmingham-1750668584820">OTD in 2013: MS Dhoni completes trophy cabinet with Champions Trophy triumph in England</a>&nbsp;Labuschagne has played 53 consecutive Tests, according to Cricket Australia, while Smith's streak stood at 51.&nbsp;Konstas is expected to open at Kensington Oval with Usman Khawaja -- a role Labuschagne filled in the recent World Test Championship final -- with Inglis coming in anywhere from three to six.&nbsp;Head, who usually bats at number five, said the team were prepared for any scenario.&nbsp;"As a batter, you're planning for anything at the moment, and then once we get a look at the lay of the land, we'll come up with a plan," he said.&nbsp;"This is a very experienced team.&nbsp;"We take a couple of guys out, but I find it a very mature and experienced group that if conditions moved in-game, and we needed to win a game of cricket, I think anyone's (able) to move around."&nbsp;Australia play three Tests against the West Indies with the first beginning in Barbados on Wednesday.&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.

Travis Head backs Australia to cope without Smith and Labuschagne in Test series opener

Travis Head said on Monday that Australia were experienced enough to cope as they prepare for their first Test without Steve Smith or Marnus Labuschagne since 2018. An out-of-form Labuschagne has been dropped for the opening Test against the West Indies in Barbados this week, while fellow batting stalwart Smith is nursing an injured finger. Sam Konstas and Josh Inglis, who have only played two Tests each, compared to the combined 175 of Smith and Labuschagne, replace them. But Head said he was not concerned. "They (Smith and Labuschagne) are still around the squad, so it still feels similar at the moment in the build-up," he told reporters in the West Indies. "Getting into the game will be a little bit of a new look, but it's guys who have already played, guys with experience already in a short amount of Test match cricket." Not since the Boxing Day Test against India in 2018 – when Smith was serving a year-long ban for ball-tampering- have Australia fielded a Test team without either him or Labuschagne. Also read | OTD in 2013: MS Dhoni completes trophy cabinet with Champions Trophy triumph in England Labuschagne has played 53 consecutive Tests, according to Cricket Australia, while Smith's streak stood at 51. Konstas is expected to open at Kensington Oval with Usman Khawaja -- a role Labuschagne filled in the recent World Test Championship final -- with Inglis coming in anywhere from three to six. Head, who usually bats at number five, said the team were prepared for any scenario. "As a batter, you're planning for anything at the moment, and then once we get a look at the lay of the land, we'll come up with a plan," he said. "This is a very experienced team. "We take a couple of guys out, but I find it a very mature and experienced group that if conditions moved in-game, and we needed to win a game of cricket, I think anyone's (able) to move around." Australia play three Tests against the West Indies with the first beginning in Barbados on Wednesday. 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.

Not since the Boxing Day Test against India in 2018 – when Smith was serving a year-long ban for ball-tampering -- have Australia fielded a Test team without either him or Labuschagne.

WI vs AUS: Travis Head backs Australia to cope without Smith, Labuschagne in Test series opener

Jasprit 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. But is Bumrah really better then Akram? Let's have a look:Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-1st-test-leeds-has-cricket-found-its-most-complete-fast-bowler-in-jasprit-bumrah-ashes-winner-steve-finn-reflects-1750665798590">Has cricket found its most complete fast bowler in Jasprit Bumrah? Ashes winner Finn thinks so</a>Bumrah and Akram may have played equal number of Tests in SENA nations but the Pak great took 55 innings for his 146 wickets while Bumrah took 60 innings to break his record. 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's economy of 2.75 and average (runs per wicket) of 22.88 is also better than Akram's economy of 2.59 and average of 24.11. Akram, however, edges Bumrah with 11 five-wicket hauls and three 10-wicket hauls compared to the Indian pacer's 10 five-wicket hauls and no 10-wicket hauls.Coming to head-to-head record in each of these SENA countries:Akram vs Bumrah in Australia - The Indian pacer has 64 wickets Down Under in 12 Tests while the Pak great has 36 wickets in nine matches. Akram has three five-fors in Australia and one 10-for while Bumrah has three five-fors only. Bumrah's strike rate of 39.9 and average of 17.15 is also much better than Akram's strike rate of 58 and average of 24.05.Akram vs Bumrah in England - Akram is ahead of Bumrah in England with 53 wickets in 14 Tests but the Indian pacer isn't far behind with 42 wickets in 10 Tests - if Bumrah manages his form in the series, he may well go past Akram.Akram vs Bumrah in New Zealand - There's not much of a competition with Akram having 50 wickets in seven Tests while Bumrah has just six wickets in two Tests.Akram vs Bumrah in South Africa - Bumrah edges past Akram in SA with 38 wickets in eight Tests while the Pak great has just seven wickets in two Tests.Overall, it's Bumrah and Akram's performance in England which will decided who is better between them and as the numbers stand, Bumrah is on the past of surpass Akram to become greatest Asian bowler in SENA countries.

Overall, it's Bumrah and Akram's performance in England which will decided who is better between them and as the numbers stand, Bumrah is on the past of surpass Akram to become greatest Asian bowler in SENA countries.

Jasprit 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. But is Bumrah really better then Akram? Let's have a look: Also Read - Has cricket found its most complete fast bowler in Jasprit Bumrah? Ashes winner Finn thinks so Bumrah and Akram may have played equal number of Tests in SENA nations but the Pak great took 55 innings for his 146 wickets while Bumrah took 60 innings to break his record. 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's economy of 2.75 and average (runs per wicket) of 22.88 is also better than Akram's economy of 2.59 and average of 24.11. Akram, however, edges Bumrah with 11 five-wicket hauls and three 10-wicket hauls compared to the Indian pacer's 10 five-wicket hauls and no 10-wicket hauls. Coming to head-to-head record in each of these SENA countries: Akram vs Bumrah in Australia - The Indian pacer has 64 wickets Down Under in 12 Tests while the Pak great has 36 wickets in nine matches. Akram has three five-fors in Australia and one 10-for while Bumrah has three five-fors only. Bumrah's strike rate of 39.9 and average of 17.15 is also much better than Akram's strike rate of 58 and average of 24.05. Akram vs Bumrah in England - Akram is ahead of Bumrah in England with 53 wickets in 14 Tests but the Indian pacer isn't far behind with 42 wickets in 10 Tests - if Bumrah manages his form in the series, he may well go past Akram. Akram vs Bumrah in New Zealand - There's not much of a competition with Akram having 50 wickets in seven Tests while Bumrah has just six wickets in two Tests. Akram vs Bumrah in South Africa - Bumrah edges past Akram in SA with 38 wickets in eight Tests while the Pak great has just seven wickets in two Tests. Overall, it's Bumrah and Akram's performance in England which will decided who is better between them and as the numbers stand, Bumrah is on the past of surpass Akram to become greatest Asian bowler in SENA countries.

Overall, it's Bumrah and Akram's performance in England which will decided who is better between them and as the numbers stand, Bumrah is on the past of surpass Akram to become greatest Asian bowler in SENA countries.

Bumrah or Akram? Indian pacer and Pak great are neck-to-neck overall in SENA countries, yet...

Prithvi Shaw has asked the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) so he can move to another team. The 25-year-old former India opener told the MCA that he has offers from three or four other states and is thinking about where to go next. &nbsp;Shaw was seen as a bright young star when he started his international career with a century on debut in 2018. But since then, he has not been able to match the expectations. Shaw has played only five Test matches, six One-Day Internationals, and one T20 International for India.&nbsp;"He has just sent us a letter seeking NOC. We have informed the Apex Council members. We will issue the NOC soon," Abhay Hadap, the secretary of the MCA, told Cricbuzz. Shaw has not played for Mumbai since December 24.&nbsp;"At this juncture of my career, I have been presented with a promising opportunity to play professional cricket under another State Association, which I believe, will further contribute to the growth and development as a cricketer. In light of this, I kindly request you to issue me a No Objection Certificate (NOC) that will enable me to officially represent the new state association in the upcoming domestic season," Shaw said in his letter to the MCA.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="Sourav Ganguly reveals VVS Laxman didn't speak to him for 3 months, was replaced by THIS player">Sourav Ganguly reveals VVS Laxman didn't speak to him for 3 months, was replaced by THIS player</a>&nbsp;His career took a downturn in 2021 - Last year, he was dropped from the Mumbai Ranji team because of fitness issues. He also did not get picked by any IPL team, as he went unsold at the auction.&nbsp;"Please be assured that this decision has been made after careful consideration, and with utmost respect for the MCA. I remain ever grateful to the association for the guidance and platform provided over the years," Shaw wrote in his letter to the MCA.&nbsp;Shaw has represented Mumbai in 32 first class matches and have scored 2,648 runs at an average of 49.03, including seven centuries and ten half-centuries.&nbsp;

Shaw represented Mumbai in 32 first class matches and have scored 2648 runs at an average of 49.03, including seven centuries and ten half-centuries.

Prithvi Shaw has asked the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) so he can move to another team. The 25-year-old former India opener told the MCA that he has offers from three or four other states and is thinking about where to go next. Shaw was seen as a bright young star when he started his international career with a century on debut in 2018. But since then, he has not been able to match the expectations. Shaw has played only five Test matches, six One-Day Internationals, and one T20 International for India. "He has just sent us a letter seeking NOC. We have informed the Apex Council members. We will issue the NOC soon," Abhay Hadap, the secretary of the MCA, told Cricbuzz. Shaw has not played for Mumbai since December 24. "At this juncture of my career, I have been presented with a promising opportunity to play professional cricket under another State Association, which I believe, will further contribute to the growth and development as a cricketer. In light of this, I kindly request you to issue me a No Objection Certificate (NOC) that will enable me to officially represent the new state association in the upcoming domestic season," Shaw said in his letter to the MCA. Also Read - Sourav Ganguly reveals VVS Laxman didn't speak to him for 3 months, was replaced by THIS player His career took a downturn in 2021 - Last year, he was dropped from the Mumbai Ranji team because of fitness issues. He also did not get picked by any IPL team, as he went unsold at the auction. "Please be assured that this decision has been made after careful consideration, and with utmost respect for the MCA. I remain ever grateful to the association for the guidance and platform provided over the years," Shaw wrote in his letter to the MCA. Shaw has represented Mumbai in 32 first class matches and have scored 2,648 runs at an average of 49.03, including seven centuries and ten half-centuries.

Shaw represented Mumbai in 32 first class matches and have scored 2648 runs at an average of 49.03, including seven centuries and ten half-centuries.

Once a promising star, Prithvi Shaw wants to cut ties with Mumbai Cricket Association

From Don Bradman to Karun Nair, let's have a look at the top five players with most triple centuries in Test cricket.

From Don Bradman to Karun Nair, let's have a look at the top five players with most triple centuries in Test cricket.

From Don Bradman to Karun Nair: Triple Century Kings - List of most triple centuries in Test cricket

MS Dhoni completed his trophy cabinet on this day, 12 years ago, in 2013. Leading an inexperienced Indian Team against hosts England in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy at Edgbaston in Birmingham, Dhoni played his cards to perfection to seal an improbable win for the Men in Blue, leading them to their second CT triumph and his third ICC trophy as the skipper. In a rain-hit One-Day match reduced to 20 overs per side, Dhoni’s India had England under its wraps, and despite losing momentum late during the second innings, they pulled it back just at the end to complete a memorable yet historic win.&nbsp;Heading into the final with a dominant win over favourites Sri Lanka in the semis, Team India was sent into bat first after the game resumed following several hours of delay. With the newer opening pair of Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan taking strides, India hoped for an impactful start, but lost Rohit bowled on just nine inside four overs. Virat Kohli and Dhawan stitched a 31-run stand before the left-hander got out.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-1st-test-leeds-has-cricket-found-its-most-complete-fast-bowler-in-jasprit-bumrah-ashes-winner-steve-finn-reflects-1750665798590">Has cricket found its most complete fast bowler in Jasprit Bumrah? Ashes winner Finn thinks so</a> &nbsp;That, however, triggered a batting collapse, as India went from 50/1 to 66/5 in the blink of an eye, with the Indian captain also getting out on a four-ball duck.&nbsp; &nbsp;As Team India had its back against the wall, the young duo of Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja put together crucial 47 runs for the sixth wicket, bailing them out of trouble. Although Kohli departed just at the fag end of the innings, Jadeja remained unbeaten, propelling India to a fighting 129 for seven in 20 overs.<h2>Dhoni masterclass &nbsp;</h2>England perhaps had the wrong XI for this 20-20 game. Considering they didn’t make any changes to their supposed best 50-over side despite rain interruption, they paid for it in the end; however, some fantastic bowling and masterclass captaincy behind the wickets aided that result. &nbsp;England lost wickets in a cluster at the start, losing their top four inside nine overs for 46 runs. With the final’s pressure and the rising required rate ahead of them, Eoin Morgan and Ravi Bopara added a massive 64-run stand, crucial in the game’s context, to reduce the target to 20 off 22 balls.&nbsp; &nbsp;MS Dhoni then pulled the rabbit out of the hat by switching two fielding positions, enough to remove the settled batting pair on successive deliveries in a captaincy masterclass. Their departure saw England crumble under pressure, and despite having a young Jos Buttler and all-rounder Tim Bresnan at the crease, India had the better of the hosts, winning the game by just five runs. &nbsp;With that victory, MS Dhoni, at that time, became the first and only captain to date to win all three ICC white-ball trophies, including the T20 World Cup in 2007 and the home ODI WC in 2011.

OTD in 2013: MS Dhoni completes trophy cabinet with Champions Trophy triumph

MS Dhoni completed his trophy cabinet on this day, 12 years ago, in 2013. Leading an inexperienced Indian Team against hosts England in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy at Edgbaston in Birmingham, Dhoni played his cards to perfection to seal an improbable win for the Men in Blue, leading them to their second CT triumph and his third ICC trophy as the skipper. In a rain-hit One-Day match reduced to 20 overs per side, Dhoni’s India had England under its wraps, and despite losing momentum late during the second innings, they pulled it back just at the end to complete a memorable yet historic win. Heading into the final with a dominant win over favourites Sri Lanka in the semis, Team India was sent into bat first after the game resumed following several hours of delay. With the newer opening pair of Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan taking strides, India hoped for an impactful start, but lost Rohit bowled on just nine inside four overs. Virat Kohli and Dhawan stitched a 31-run stand before the left-hander got out. Also read | Has cricket found its most complete fast bowler in Jasprit Bumrah? Ashes winner Finn thinks so That, however, triggered a batting collapse, as India went from 50/1 to 66/5 in the blink of an eye, with the Indian captain also getting out on a four-ball duck. As Team India had its back against the wall, the young duo of Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja put together crucial 47 runs for the sixth wicket, bailing them out of trouble. Although Kohli departed just at the fag end of the innings, Jadeja remained unbeaten, propelling India to a fighting 129 for seven in 20 overs. Dhoni masterclass England perhaps had the wrong XI for this 20-20 game. Considering they didn’t make any changes to their supposed best 50-over side despite rain interruption, they paid for it in the end; however, some fantastic bowling and masterclass captaincy behind the wickets aided that result. England lost wickets in a cluster at the start, losing their top four inside nine overs for 46 runs. With the final’s pressure and the rising required rate ahead of them, Eoin Morgan and Ravi Bopara added a massive 64-run stand, crucial in the game’s context, to reduce the target to 20 off 22 balls. MS Dhoni then pulled the rabbit out of the hat by switching two fielding positions, enough to remove the settled batting pair on successive deliveries in a captaincy masterclass. Their departure saw England crumble under pressure, and despite having a young Jos Buttler and all-rounder Tim Bresnan at the crease, India had the better of the hosts, winning the game by just five runs. With that victory, MS Dhoni, at that time, became the first and only captain to date to win all three ICC white-ball trophies, including the T20 World Cup in 2007 and the home ODI WC in 2011.

In a rain-hit One-Day match reduced to 20 overs per side, Dhoni’s India had England under its wraps, and despite losing momentum late during the second innings, they pulled it back just at the end to complete a memorable yet historic win.

OTD in 2013: MS Dhoni completes trophy cabinet with Champions Trophy triumph in England

Two-time Olympic bronze medalist Lalit Kumar Upadhyay called time on his illustrious hockey career on Saturday (June 21) after India lost 6-3 to Belgium in the FIH Pro League 2024-25. Lalit, part of the Olympic bronze medal-winning squad in Tokyo added another feather to his hat in Paris last year when he again won a bronze medal. Lalit did not feature in India’s defeat to Belgium on Saturday, meaning his last cap for the Men in Blue came against Australia on June 15.<h2>Lalit drops curtains on illustrious career</h2>“Lalit has been one of the most graceful and dedicated forwards of his generation. Whether it was a crucial Olympic match or a league game, he always wore the Indian jersey with pride and played with heart. His journey from the narrow lanes of Varanasi to standing on the Olympic podium twice is nothing short of inspirational. We thank him for his selfless service to Indian hockey and wish him the very best for the next phase of his life,” Hockey India President Dr. Dilip Tirkey said.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/nba-shai-gilgeous-alexander-named-nba-finals-mvp-after-oklahoma-city-thunder-clinch-maiden-title-1750654636836">Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA 2024-25 MVP after Oklahoma City Thunder clinch maiden title</a>&nbsp;The veteran forward played 183 matches for India at the senior level, scoring 67 goals. He made his debut for India in 2014 and won numerous honours during 11 years with the national side. He famously represented India in the 2014 World Cup and played a crucial role in India winning the 2016 Asian Champions Trophy, 2017 Asia Cup—where he netted four goals—and multiple other podium finishes.&nbsp;His medal-laden career includes a bronze at the Odisha Men’s Hockey World League Final 2017, silver at the FIH Men’s Champions Trophy 2018, bronze at the 2018 Asian Games, and gold at the 2018 Men’s Asian Champions Trophy. He was also part of the squads that finished third in the FIH Pro League 2021-22 and won gold at the Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou. The latter win also secured India’s qualification to the Paris Olympics, where the Men in Blue won a bronze medal.

Two-time Olympic bronze medalist Lalit Kumar Upadhyay called time on his illustrious hockey career on Saturday (June 21) after India lost 6-3 to Belgium in the FIH Pro League 2024-25.

Two-time Olympic bronze medalist Lalit Kumar Upadhyay called time on his illustrious hockey career on Saturday (June 21) after India lost 6-3 to Belgium in the FIH Pro League 2024-25. Lalit, part of the Olympic bronze medal-winning squad in Tokyo added another feather to his hat in Paris last year when he again won a bronze medal. Lalit did not feature in India’s defeat to Belgium on Saturday, meaning his last cap for the Men in Blue came against Australia on June 15. Lalit drops curtains on illustrious career “Lalit has been one of the most graceful and dedicated forwards of his generation. Whether it was a crucial Olympic match or a league game, he always wore the Indian jersey with pride and played with heart. His journey from the narrow lanes of Varanasi to standing on the Olympic podium twice is nothing short of inspirational. We thank him for his selfless service to Indian hockey and wish him the very best for the next phase of his life,” Hockey India President Dr. Dilip Tirkey said. ALSO READ | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA 2024-25 MVP after Oklahoma City Thunder clinch maiden title The veteran forward played 183 matches for India at the senior level, scoring 67 goals. He made his debut for India in 2014 and won numerous honours during 11 years with the national side. He famously represented India in the 2014 World Cup and played a crucial role in India winning the 2016 Asian Champions Trophy, 2017 Asia Cup—where he netted four goals—and multiple other podium finishes. His medal-laden career includes a bronze at the Odisha Men’s Hockey World League Final 2017, silver at the FIH Men’s Champions Trophy 2018, bronze at the 2018 Asian Games, and gold at the 2018 Men’s Asian Champions Trophy. He was also part of the squads that finished third in the FIH Pro League 2021-22 and won gold at the Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou. The latter win also secured India’s qualification to the Paris Olympics, where the Men in Blue won a bronze medal.

Two-time Olympic bronze medalist Lalit Kumar Upadhyay called time on his illustrious hockey career on Saturday (June 21) after India lost 6-3 to Belgium in the FIH Pro League 2024-25.

Lalit Kumar Upadhyay, two-time Olympic bronze medal winner calls time on illustrious hockey career

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly made a shocking revelation on Sunday (June 22) after he recounted a famous incident from his playing days. One of the legendary players, Ganguly shared the dressing room with some of the greats of the game including Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman. However, drawing back Ganguly shared an interesting story that made headlines in the Indian dressing room in 2003 when Laxman did not speak to him for three months. So what was the incident and what caused the friction between Ganguly and Laxman?<h2>Ganguly recalls infamous VVS Laxman moment</h2>"It has happened many times when we rested players. They were unhappy. Laxman being left out of the World Cup...he never spoke to me for three months. Then I made up with him. Anybody would get upset...for a World Cup. Especially a player of Laxman's calibre. Quite natural that he would get upset," Ganguly told PTI while recalling the moment when Laxman was dropped in 2003 World Cup squad.&nbsp;Laxman who played 86 ODIs and scored over 2,338 runs at an average of 30.8, was dropped for the 2003 ODI World Cup by the Indian selectors in favour of Dinesh Mongia. Kiran More, who was part of the selection panel during the 2003 World Cup also opened up on the selection call while in conversation with former Pakistan player Rashid Latif.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Before the 2003 ODI World Cup selection meeting, we had a huge argument when the Indian team was playing in New Zealand. As per the inputs received from the captain and the coach, we selected a 14-member squad and asked them what they thought of it. Over the conference call, Ganguly had a different opinion. We had selected VVS Laxman as our middle-order batter. Ganguly was very smart. He was a brilliant captain, a person with a great cricketing brain. He said ‘we need an all-rounder,” More had told on former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif’s YouTube channel.&nbsp;Also Check - From Shubman Gill to Rishabh Pant: 5 Indian batters with most centuries in WTC history&nbsp;Ganguly recently spoke about how sad Laxman was when he was dropped from the squad. The two didn’t speak for months, but they eventually patched things up after the World Cup.&nbsp;The former middle-order batter made a strong comeback to the ODI set-up smashing three tons in the tri-series in Australia in January-February 2004. &nbsp;

Although VVS Laxman has played 86 ODIs for India and scored over 2,338 runs at an average of 30.8, he never got a chance to play in a World Cup match.

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly made a shocking revelation on Sunday (June 22) after he recounted a famous incident from his playing days. One of the legendary players, Ganguly shared the dressing room with some of the greats of the game including Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman. However, drawing back Ganguly shared an interesting story that made headlines in the Indian dressing room in 2003 when Laxman did not speak to him for three months. So what was the incident and what caused the friction between Ganguly and Laxman? Ganguly recalls infamous VVS Laxman moment "It has happened many times when we rested players. They were unhappy. Laxman being left out of the World Cup...he never spoke to me for three months. Then I made up with him. Anybody would get upset...for a World Cup. Especially a player of Laxman's calibre. Quite natural that he would get upset," Ganguly told PTI while recalling the moment when Laxman was dropped in 2003 World Cup squad. Laxman who played 86 ODIs and scored over 2,338 runs at an average of 30.8, was dropped for the 2003 ODI World Cup by the Indian selectors in favour of Dinesh Mongia. Kiran More, who was part of the selection panel during the 2003 World Cup also opened up on the selection call while in conversation with former Pakistan player Rashid Latif. “Before the 2003 ODI World Cup selection meeting, we had a huge argument when the Indian team was playing in New Zealand. As per the inputs received from the captain and the coach, we selected a 14-member squad and asked them what they thought of it. Over the conference call, Ganguly had a different opinion. We had selected VVS Laxman as our middle-order batter. Ganguly was very smart. He was a brilliant captain, a person with a great cricketing brain. He said ‘we need an all-rounder,” More had told on former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif’s YouTube channel. Also Check - From Shubman Gill to Rishabh Pant: 5 Indian batters with most centuries in WTC history Ganguly recently spoke about how sad Laxman was when he was dropped from the squad. The two didn’t speak for months, but they eventually patched things up after the World Cup. The former middle-order batter made a strong comeback to the ODI set-up smashing three tons in the tri-series in Australia in January-February 2004.

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly made a shocking revelation on Sunday (June 22) after he recounted a famous incident from his playing days.&nbsp;

Sourav Ganguly reveals VVS Laxman didn't speak to him for 3 months, was replaced by THIS player

Cricket has had countless bowling heroes over the years – from Sydney Barnes and Sir Richard Hadlee to the greats like Malcolm Marshall, Michael Holding and Wasim Akram. Even considering the unforgettable Aussie quicks like Dennis Lillee, Jeff Thompson and Glenn McGrath, let alone picking anyone from the past three decades, this packed order has all-time greats on it. So, who sits on top? Former England pacer and Ashes winner Steve Finn has picked Indian bowling God Jasprit Bumrah as the most complete fast bowler in cricket history. Is it harsh on others? Perhaps, but Finn details what separates Bumrah from the rest.&nbsp;Taking to his social media handle X, Finn wrote, “Making a case for Jasprit Bumrah as the most complete fast bowler in the history of the game. It’s hard to refute in my opinion,” referring to his BBC column.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Bumrah is like no one cricket has seen, let alone from India. Be it for his line and length, the zip he gets off the pitch, what he makes out of the thin air and how lethal he is across all conditions, he stands tall as this generation’s greatest ever; however, if Finn’s words and explanation are to look, Bumrah is the most complete fast bowler in cricket history.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2025-1st-test-leeds-first-wasim-akram-now-kapil-dev-jasprit-bumrah-tops-legends-as-india-stay-ahead-1750617080399">After surpassing Akram, Jasprit Bumrah equals Kapil Dev’s record as India stay ahead in Leeds Test</a> &nbsp;“Guys…It’s impossible to compare eras exactly; I know that. I love fast bowling and all the greats everyone is mentioning. But, I think Bumrah is complete,” Finn wrote in his column for the BBC.&nbsp; &nbsp;Finn also mentioned some of the top names around in world cricket in the same breath as that of Bumrah, while putting the ranked number one quick in the world ahead of them.&nbsp; &nbsp;“We’re lucky to be in an era of great fast bowlers. From recent international retirees Stuart Broad and James Anderson to Kagiso Rabada, Cummins, Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc, Bumrah sits atop of them all as the finest fast bowler to have played the game. Some accolade,” he added.&nbsp;A bowler himself, Finn knows what goes into bowling, how Bumrah bowls, and perhaps also has an idea of what, as a tailender, it is like to face someone like him. &nbsp;“If I ever had the misfortune of facing Bumrah, he’d be done with me in a maximum of two deliveries. A good short ball, then a searing yorker would do the trick. I’d hold out hope he’d go straight for the second of those options as, by all accounts, it is incredibly hard to see the ball when Bumrah is bowling. He would cause a tailender like me some harm,” Finn noted.&nbsp; &nbsp;Meanwhile, Bumrah completed his 14th Test five-wicket haul in the first innings of the Leeds Test against England, his 12th abroad – an Indian record in itself. While he had already surpassed Akram on the list of Asian pacers with most wickets in the SENA countries a day earlier, he equalled Kapil Dev’s record for most five-fors in away Tests on day three, that too in fewer Tests than the bowling legend.&nbsp;

Has cricket found its most complete fast bowler in Bumrah? Ashes winner reflects

Cricket has had countless bowling heroes over the years – from Sydney Barnes and Sir Richard Hadlee to the greats like Malcolm Marshall, Michael Holding and Wasim Akram. Even considering the unforgettable Aussie quicks like Dennis Lillee, Jeff Thompson and Glenn McGrath, let alone picking anyone from the past three decades, this packed order has all-time greats on it. So, who sits on top? Former England pacer and Ashes winner Steve Finn has picked Indian bowling God Jasprit Bumrah as the most complete fast bowler in cricket history. Is it harsh on others? Perhaps, but Finn details what separates Bumrah from the rest. Taking to his social media handle X, Finn wrote, “Making a case for Jasprit Bumrah as the most complete fast bowler in the history of the game. It’s hard to refute in my opinion,” referring to his BBC column. Meanwhile, Bumrah is like no one cricket has seen, let alone from India. Be it for his line and length, the zip he gets off the pitch, what he makes out of the thin air and how lethal he is across all conditions, he stands tall as this generation’s greatest ever; however, if Finn’s words and explanation are to look, Bumrah is the most complete fast bowler in cricket history. Also read | After surpassing Akram, Jasprit Bumrah equals Kapil Dev’s record as India stay ahead in Leeds Test “Guys…It’s impossible to compare eras exactly; I know that. I love fast bowling and all the greats everyone is mentioning. But, I think Bumrah is complete,” Finn wrote in his column for the BBC. Finn also mentioned some of the top names around in world cricket in the same breath as that of Bumrah, while putting the ranked number one quick in the world ahead of them. “We’re lucky to be in an era of great fast bowlers. From recent international retirees Stuart Broad and James Anderson to Kagiso Rabada, Cummins, Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc, Bumrah sits atop of them all as the finest fast bowler to have played the game. Some accolade,” he added. A bowler himself, Finn knows what goes into bowling, how Bumrah bowls, and perhaps also has an idea of what, as a tailender, it is like to face someone like him. “If I ever had the misfortune of facing Bumrah, he’d be done with me in a maximum of two deliveries. A good short ball, then a searing yorker would do the trick. I’d hold out hope he’d go straight for the second of those options as, by all accounts, it is incredibly hard to see the ball when Bumrah is bowling. He would cause a tailender like me some harm,” Finn noted. Meanwhile, Bumrah completed his 14th Test five-wicket haul in the first innings of the Leeds Test against England, his 12th abroad – an Indian record in itself. While he had already surpassed Akram on the list of Asian pacers with most wickets in the SENA countries a day earlier, he equalled Kapil Dev’s record for most five-fors in away Tests on day three, that too in fewer Tests than the bowling legend.

Bumrah averages just above 19 in Tests with 205 wickets in 86 innings, has a strike rate of 42 and an excellent economy of 2.76.&nbsp;

Has cricket found its most complete fast bowler in Jasprit Bumrah? Ashes winner Finn thinks so

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham confirmed on Sunday that he will undergo surgery on a long-term shoulder issue after the Club World Cup ends.&nbsp;The England international has been struggling with discomfort after dislocating it in a La Liga match in November 2023, and playing with a brace under his shirt since then.&nbsp;With Madrid keen on securing the Club World Cup victory, they scheduled the operation for after the final, with Bellingham potentially missing the start of the La Liga season as he recovers.&nbsp;"I've got the point where... I'm fed up with the brace, and having to tug on it and having (other) players tug on it, and it rearranging all the time," Bellingham told DAZN after Real Madrid beat Pachuca 3-1 in Charlotte. "I've got a surgery scheduled for after the tournament. I think we scheduled it a few days after the final, obviously, so I'll go and do the surgery and get it fixed.&nbsp;"I'm really happy about that, it's been a long time coming. I think I've come to the end of my patience with the brace.&nbsp;"The physio here and the doctor here have been unbelievable helping me to be fine playing game in game out, (but) I'm at that point now where I'm ready to have a free shoulder and free body in terms of the brace."&nbsp;Recovery from the surgery could take up to 12 weeks according to reports, so as well as Madrid's first league games, he may also miss England World Cup qualifiers in September against Andorra and Serbia.&nbsp;Bellingham found the net in the win over Madrid's Mexican opponents, a day after his younger brother Jobe Bellingham struck for Borussia Dortmund.&nbsp;The Madrid midfielder said he had been thinking about getting even ahead of the Pachuca game, which was new coach Xabi Alonso's first victory at the helm of Los Blancos.&nbsp;"Everyone's been caning me yesterday, saying he's better than me. I had to do something today," he added. "We're one-one now and we'll see for the rest of the 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.

Madrid’s Bellingham to undergo shoulder surgery after Club World Cup

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham confirmed on Sunday that he will undergo surgery on a long-term shoulder issue after the Club World Cup ends. The England international has been struggling with discomfort after dislocating it in a La Liga match in November 2023, and playing with a brace under his shirt since then. With Madrid keen on securing the Club World Cup victory, they scheduled the operation for after the final, with Bellingham potentially missing the start of the La Liga season as he recovers. "I've got the point where... I'm fed up with the brace, and having to tug on it and having (other) players tug on it, and it rearranging all the time," Bellingham told DAZN after Real Madrid beat Pachuca 3-1 in Charlotte. "I've got a surgery scheduled for after the tournament. I think we scheduled it a few days after the final, obviously, so I'll go and do the surgery and get it fixed. "I'm really happy about that, it's been a long time coming. I think I've come to the end of my patience with the brace. "The physio here and the doctor here have been unbelievable helping me to be fine playing game in game out, (but) I'm at that point now where I'm ready to have a free shoulder and free body in terms of the brace." Recovery from the surgery could take up to 12 weeks according to reports, so as well as Madrid's first league games, he may also miss England World Cup qualifiers in September against Andorra and Serbia. Bellingham found the net in the win over Madrid's Mexican opponents, a day after his younger brother Jobe Bellingham struck for Borussia Dortmund. The Madrid midfielder said he had been thinking about getting even ahead of the Pachuca game, which was new coach Xabi Alonso's first victory at the helm of Los Blancos. "Everyone's been caning me yesterday, saying he's better than me. I had to do something today," he added. "We're one-one now and we'll see for the rest of the 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.

The England international has been struggling with discomfort after dislocating it in a La Liga match in November 2023, and playing with a brace under his shirt since then.&nbsp;

Two-time NBA champion forward Kevin Durant has been traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets for eight players in a blockbuster deal he confirmed on Sunday.&nbsp;The swap, which can be completed when the league begins the 2025-26 year in two weeks, would send the 36-year-old American to Houston in exchange for guard Jalen Green and swingman Dillon Brooks as well as the 10th pick in Wednesday's NBA Draft and five future second-round picks, according to the report, citing unnamed sources.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/nba-shai-gilgeous-alexander-named-nba-finals-mvp-after-oklahoma-city-thunder-clinch-maiden-title-1750654636836">Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA 2024-25 MVP after Oklahoma City Thunder clinch maiden title</a>&nbsp;The move unites Durant, a four-time Olympic champion with the US squad and the 2014 NBA MVP, with a rising young Houston squad guided by coach Ime Udoka that finished 52-30, second in the Western Conference behind overall NBA leader Oklahoma City.&nbsp;Durant was appearing on a panel at Fanatics Fest in New York when the news broke and told reporter Kay Adams he was happy with the move.&nbsp;"Being part of the Houston Rockets, I'm looking forward to it," Durant said. "Crazy, crazy last couple weeks, but I'm glad it's over with."&nbsp;The Suns had the highest payroll in NBA history but stumbled to a 36-46 season, finishing 11th in the West, with Durant averaging 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.2 blocked shots a game.&nbsp;Terms can be agreed for NBA moves, but cannot be finalised until the moratorium ahead of the new league season ends in July.&nbsp;Durant has an expiring $54.7 million contract but would be eligible for a two-year extension after a trade, which narrowed likely suitors to the teams where he would sign a longer-term deal.&nbsp;Durant had sought a trade to Miami, Houston or San Antonio and got a club on his wish list.&nbsp;The second-round picks in the deal coming to Phoenix include Wednesday's 59th overall selection, two choices in 2026, a 2030 pick and a 2032 selection, ESPN reported.&nbsp;Durant will fit into a Rockets lineup boasting Turkish big man Alperen Sengun and guard Fred VanVleet.&nbsp;Durant has a good relationship with Udoka, who signed a long-term deal last week to remain as Houston's coach. Durant and Udoka worked together with the Brooklyn Nets and on the US Olympic squad.&nbsp;"They had a great season last year," Durant said. "Love their leadership. I felt like I would be a good addition."&nbsp;The Suns will add Green, who averaged 21.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 3.4 assists this season, to their backcourt alongside NBA All-Star Devin Booker, who had 25.6 points, 7.1 assists and 4.1 rebounds a game for Phoenix.&nbsp;Brooks was one of the NBA's top defenders last season.&nbsp;Durant joined Phoenix in February 2023 in a trade with Brooklyn that cost the Suns three players and four first-round draft picks.&nbsp;"Always remember my time there, but we're on to something else," Durant said.&nbsp;With Durant, the Suns won only one playoff series in three seasons before the swap with the Rockets, who missed the playoffs four years in a row before falling to Golden State in this year's first round.&nbsp;"Being able to kind of dictate what you want to do and being with a team that values you, I'm looking forward to it," Durant said.<h2>No. 2 pick in 2007</h2>&nbsp;Durant began his NBA journey as the second selection in the 2007 NBA Draft by the Seattle SuperSonics, who moved to Oklahoma City in 2008.&nbsp;Durant, a four-time NBA scoring champion with the Thunder, sparked his team to the NBA Finals in 2012, when Oklahoma City lost to the LeBron James-led Miami Heat. Durant was the 2014 NBA MVP, but the Thunder lost to San Antonio in that year's Western Conference finals.&nbsp;In 2016, the Thunder blew a 3-1 series lead and lost to Golden State in the West finals.&nbsp;After the Warriors lost to Cleveland in the NBA Finals, several players asked Durant, a free agent, to sign with them. Durant inked a two-year deal with the Warriors, and they beat Cleveland in the 2017 and 2018 finals.&nbsp;Durant suffered a torn Achilles tendon in the 2019 NBA Finals against Toronto, and he left for Brooklyn the following month. The Nets with Durant never got past the second playoff round.&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.

Phoenix Suns trade Kevin Durant to Houston Rockets in blockbuster NBA deal

Two-time NBA champion forward Kevin Durant has been traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets for eight players in a blockbuster deal he confirmed on Sunday. The swap, which can be completed when the league begins the 2025-26 year in two weeks, would send the 36-year-old American to Houston in exchange for guard Jalen Green and swingman Dillon Brooks as well as the 10th pick in Wednesday's NBA Draft and five future second-round picks, according to the report, citing unnamed sources. Also read | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA 2024-25 MVP after Oklahoma City Thunder clinch maiden title The move unites Durant, a four-time Olympic champion with the US squad and the 2014 NBA MVP, with a rising young Houston squad guided by coach Ime Udoka that finished 52-30, second in the Western Conference behind overall NBA leader Oklahoma City. Durant was appearing on a panel at Fanatics Fest in New York when the news broke and told reporter Kay Adams he was happy with the move. "Being part of the Houston Rockets, I'm looking forward to it," Durant said. "Crazy, crazy last couple weeks, but I'm glad it's over with." The Suns had the highest payroll in NBA history but stumbled to a 36-46 season, finishing 11th in the West, with Durant averaging 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.2 blocked shots a game. Terms can be agreed for NBA moves, but cannot be finalised until the moratorium ahead of the new league season ends in July. Durant has an expiring $54.7 million contract but would be eligible for a two-year extension after a trade, which narrowed likely suitors to the teams where he would sign a longer-term deal. Durant had sought a trade to Miami, Houston or San Antonio and got a club on his wish list. The second-round picks in the deal coming to Phoenix include Wednesday's 59th overall selection, two choices in 2026, a 2030 pick and a 2032 selection, ESPN reported. Durant will fit into a Rockets lineup boasting Turkish big man Alperen Sengun and guard Fred VanVleet. Durant has a good relationship with Udoka, who signed a long-term deal last week to remain as Houston's coach. Durant and Udoka worked together with the Brooklyn Nets and on the US Olympic squad. "They had a great season last year," Durant said. "Love their leadership. I felt like I would be a good addition." The Suns will add Green, who averaged 21.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 3.4 assists this season, to their backcourt alongside NBA All-Star Devin Booker, who had 25.6 points, 7.1 assists and 4.1 rebounds a game for Phoenix. Brooks was one of the NBA's top defenders last season. Durant joined Phoenix in February 2023 in a trade with Brooklyn that cost the Suns three players and four first-round draft picks. "Always remember my time there, but we're on to something else," Durant said. With Durant, the Suns won only one playoff series in three seasons before the swap with the Rockets, who missed the playoffs four years in a row before falling to Golden State in this year's first round. "Being able to kind of dictate what you want to do and being with a team that values you, I'm looking forward to it," Durant said. No. 2 pick in 2007 Durant began his NBA journey as the second selection in the 2007 NBA Draft by the Seattle SuperSonics, who moved to Oklahoma City in 2008. Durant, a four-time NBA scoring champion with the Thunder, sparked his team to the NBA Finals in 2012, when Oklahoma City lost to the LeBron James-led Miami Heat. Durant was the 2014 NBA MVP, but the Thunder lost to San Antonio in that year's Western Conference finals. In 2016, the Thunder blew a 3-1 series lead and lost to Golden State in the West finals. After the Warriors lost to Cleveland in the NBA Finals, several players asked Durant, a free agent, to sign with them. Durant inked a two-year deal with the Warriors, and they beat Cleveland in the 2017 and 2018 finals. Durant suffered a torn Achilles tendon in the 2019 NBA Finals against Toronto, and he left for Brooklyn the following month. The Nets with Durant never got past the second playoff round. 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.

The move unites Durant, a four-time Olympic champion with the US squad and the 2014 NBA MVP, with a rising young Houston squad guided by coach Ime Udoka that finished 52-30, second in the Western Conference behind overall NBA leader Oklahoma City.

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