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Aussie opener Usman Khawaja has backed teammate Marnus Labuschagne to bounce back after he was dropped for the opening Test match against the West Indies in Barbados. Speaking on Monday (June 23), Khawaja insists Labuschagne has a big future ahead of him despite him sitting out of the first Test in the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. Australia will start their three-match red-ball tour on Wednesday with a near-fit squad led by Pat Cummins.<h2>Khawaja backs Labuschagne to bounce back</h2>"First and foremost, as his friend, I just gave a bit of love, as simple as that," Khawaja told cricket.com.au.&nbsp;"Marnus still has a big future in international colours, and I think he understands that.&nbsp;"I've been dropped so many times, and I know the only thing that can help you when you get dropped is just focusing on things you can control and letting go of things you can't.&nbsp;"If you're meant to play for Australia, you will always play for Australia – I'm a big believer in that."&nbsp;With Labuschagne omitted, Khawaja will have a new opening partner for the third consecutive Test match with Sam Konstas predicted to earn a call in Playing XI. Earlier, Labuschagne was promoted to the opener’s role in the World Test Championship (WTC) final where the Aussies lost to South Africa.&nbsp;In other news ahead of the first Test, Josh Inglis was also recalled into the red-ball set-up as a replacement for Steve Smith. The former Aussie captain will miss the Barbados Test due to a finger injury he sustained during Day 3 of the WTC final at Lord’s last week.&nbsp;Australia Test squad: Pat Cummins (c), Sean Abbott, Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Matt Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster<h3>Australia tour of the West Indies Schedule</h3>First Test: June 25-29, Bridgetown, Barbados&nbsp;Second Test: July 3-7, St George's, GrenadaThird Test: July 12-16, Kingston, Jamaica

Aussie opener Usman Khawaja has backed teammate Marnus Labuschagne to bounce back after he was dropped for the opening Test match against the West Indies in Barbados.

Aussie opener Usman Khawaja has backed teammate Marnus Labuschagne to bounce back after he was dropped for the opening Test match against the West Indies in Barbados. Speaking on Monday (June 23), Khawaja insists Labuschagne has a big future ahead of him despite him sitting out of the first Test in the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. Australia will start their three-match red-ball tour on Wednesday with a near-fit squad led by Pat Cummins. Khawaja backs Labuschagne to bounce back "First and foremost, as his friend, I just gave a bit of love, as simple as that," Khawaja told cricket.com.au. "Marnus still has a big future in international colours, and I think he understands that. "I've been dropped so many times, and I know the only thing that can help you when you get dropped is just focusing on things you can control and letting go of things you can't. "If you're meant to play for Australia, you will always play for Australia – I'm a big believer in that." With Labuschagne omitted, Khawaja will have a new opening partner for the third consecutive Test match with Sam Konstas predicted to earn a call in Playing XI. Earlier, Labuschagne was promoted to the opener’s role in the World Test Championship (WTC) final where the Aussies lost to South Africa. In other news ahead of the first Test, Josh Inglis was also recalled into the red-ball set-up as a replacement for Steve Smith. The former Aussie captain will miss the Barbados Test due to a finger injury he sustained during Day 3 of the WTC final at Lord’s last week. Australia Test squad: Pat Cummins (c), Sean Abbott, Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Matt Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster Australia tour of the West Indies Schedule First Test: June 25-29, Bridgetown, Barbados Second Test: July 3-7, St George's, Grenada Third Test: July 12-16, Kingston, Jamaica

Aussie opener Usman Khawaja has backed teammate Marnus Labuschagne to bounce back after he was dropped for the opening Test match against the West Indies in Barbados.

WI vs AUS, 1st Test: Usman Khawaja backs veteran Marnus Labuschagne to bounce back after Barbados omission

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?q=Jasprit%20Bumrah">Jasprit Bumrah</a> could have a longer role to play if India are to clinch the ongoing Test series against England with first Test in England on currently underway in Leeds. Speaking on the same Bumrah is hopeful of getting more playing time despite his recent injury issues. The Indian pacer played a crucial role for India in the first innings of the Headingley Test having ended with figures of 83/5 with the visitor gaining a six-run lead.&nbsp;<h2>Bumrah targets more playing time</h2>Speaking to BBC after Day 3, Bumrah is hopeful of playing more in the England tour where he is speculated to be rested for at least one match. Bumrah was quick to underline the conditions in England which could be the primary reason for him to get more playing time.&nbsp;&nbsp;"It is feeling good. It is a little bit colder here than India. I am feeling fresh and good, so hopefully good things will follow," Jasprit Bumrah told BBC at the end of Day 3's play.Struggling with injuries, Bumrah had to sit out of the Champions Trophy 2025 due to a back issue he sustained in Australia tour. The Indian team’s medical staff is concerned on the 31-year-old’s playing time considering another five-match series could lead to another injury issue with the T20 World Cup now few months away.&nbsp;&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><h2>Bumrah continues impressive run</h2>In the ongoing Headingley Test, Bumrah ended first innings with a five-wicket haul, going level with Kapil Dev for most five-fers away from home for India. Had it not been for a no ball wicket of Harry Brook and dropped catches those figures would have been more impressive. His bowling antics saw England get restricted to 465 helping India earn a narrow six-run lead.&nbsp;&nbsp;India later closed Day 3 at 90/2 in 23.5 overs before Stumps were called as the visitors now lead by 96 runs in the second innings. &nbsp;

Jasprit Bumrah could have a longer role to play if India are to clinch the ongoing Test series against England with first Test in England on currently underway in Leeds.

Jasprit Bumrah could have a longer role to play if India are to clinch the ongoing Test series against England with first Test in England on currently underway in Leeds. Speaking on the same Bumrah is hopeful of getting more playing time despite his recent injury issues. The Indian pacer played a crucial role for India in the first innings of the Headingley Test having ended with figures of 83/5 with the visitor gaining a six-run lead. Bumrah targets more playing time Speaking to BBC after Day 3, Bumrah is hopeful of playing more in the England tour where he is speculated to be rested for at least one match. Bumrah was quick to underline the conditions in England which could be the primary reason for him to get more playing time. "It is feeling good. It is a little bit colder here than India. I am feeling fresh and good, so hopefully good things will follow," Jasprit Bumrah told BBC at the end of Day 3's play. Struggling with injuries, Bumrah had to sit out of the Champions Trophy 2025 due to a back issue he sustained in Australia tour. The Indian team’s medical staff is concerned on the 31-year-old’s playing time considering another five-match series could lead to another injury issue with the T20 World Cup now few months away. ALSO READ | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA 2024-25 MVP after Oklahoma City Thunder clinch maiden title Bumrah continues impressive run In the ongoing Headingley Test, Bumrah ended first innings with a five-wicket haul, going level with Kapil Dev for most five-fers away from home for India. Had it not been for a no ball wicket of Harry Brook and dropped catches those figures would have been more impressive. His bowling antics saw England get restricted to 465 helping India earn a narrow six-run lead. India later closed Day 3 at 90/2 in 23.5 overs before Stumps were called as the visitors now lead by 96 runs in the second innings.

Jasprit Bumrah could have a longer role to play if India are to clinch the ongoing Test series against England with first Test in England on currently underway in Leeds.

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Jasprit Bumrah 'hopeful' of more playing time during England tour

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rounded off the 2024-25 <a href="https://www.wionews.com/NBA">NBA</a> season with the fitting crown after he was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP). Gilgeous-Alexander, who played a key role in the Thunder winning their maiden NBA title on Sunday (June 22, on Monday in India) became just the second Canadian player to win the prestigious Michael Jordan Trophy after Steve Nash (2004-05 and 2005-06). Thunder beat Indiana Pacer 4-3 in the best-of-seven finals, edging the latter 103-91 in the final game at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.&nbsp;<h2>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rounds of 2024-25 with NBA MVP crown</h2>After finishing second in the 2023-24 season, it was a matter of time before the 26-year-old had his hands on the prestigious trophy. Gilgeous-Alexander amassed an impressive tally in the regular season as he averaged 32.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 6.4 assists, 1.72 steals and 1.01 blocks in 34.2 minutes in 76 games, setting career highs in points, assists and blocks per game.&nbsp;After the Thunder won their maiden title, it was a matter of time before Gilgeous-Alexander was named the MVP for the 2024-25 season.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-1st-test-jasprit-bumrah-hopeful-of-more-playing-time-during-england-tour-1750658188733">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Jasprit Bumrah 'hopeful' of more playing time during England tour</a>&nbsp;The forward is also the third player to win the award with the Thunder, joining Kevin Durant (2013-14) and Russell Westbrook (2016-17). He had earlier finished fifth in the MVP standings of the 2022-23 season.&nbsp;He became the first player to lead the league in games with at least 20 points (75), 30 points (49), 40 points (13) and 50 points (four) in a season since James Harden in 2018-19.&nbsp;Gilgeous-Alexander’s only regular-season game with fewer than 20 points was an 18-point performance against the San Antonio Spurs on Oct. 30, 2024. He scored at least 20 points in each of his final 72 games, the longest streak at any point in a single season since 1963-64 (when Wilt Chamberlain recorded an 80-game streak and Oscar Robertson had a 76-game streak).

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rounded off the 2024-25 NBA season with the fitting crown after he was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP).

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rounded off the 2024-25 NBA season with the fitting crown after he was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP). Gilgeous-Alexander, who played a key role in the Thunder winning their maiden NBA title on Sunday (June 22, on Monday in India) became just the second Canadian player to win the prestigious Michael Jordan Trophy after Steve Nash (2004-05 and 2005-06). Thunder beat Indiana Pacer 4-3 in the best-of-seven finals, edging the latter 103-91 in the final game at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rounds of 2024-25 with NBA MVP crown After finishing second in the 2023-24 season, it was a matter of time before the 26-year-old had his hands on the prestigious trophy. Gilgeous-Alexander amassed an impressive tally in the regular season as he averaged 32.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 6.4 assists, 1.72 steals and 1.01 blocks in 34.2 minutes in 76 games, setting career highs in points, assists and blocks per game. After the Thunder won their maiden title, it was a matter of time before Gilgeous-Alexander was named the MVP for the 2024-25 season. ALSO READ | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Jasprit Bumrah 'hopeful' of more playing time during England tour The forward is also the third player to win the award with the Thunder, joining Kevin Durant (2013-14) and Russell Westbrook (2016-17). He had earlier finished fifth in the MVP standings of the 2022-23 season. He became the first player to lead the league in games with at least 20 points (75), 30 points (49), 40 points (13) and 50 points (four) in a season since James Harden in 2018-19. Gilgeous-Alexander’s only regular-season game with fewer than 20 points was an 18-point performance against the San Antonio Spurs on Oct. 30, 2024. He scored at least 20 points in each of his final 72 games, the longest streak at any point in a single season since 1963-64 (when Wilt Chamberlain recorded an 80-game streak and Oscar Robertson had a 76-game streak).

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rounded off the 2024-25 NBA season with the fitting crown after he was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP).

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA 2024-25 MVP after Oklahoma City Thunder clinch maiden title

India pacer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?q=Jasprit%20Bumrah">Jasprit Bumrah</a> has shut down his critics after a flamboyant bowling display in the first innings of the ongoing Headingley Test. Speaking on Sunday (June 22) after the end of play, Bumrah was quick to address his critics who had doubted his fitness, stating he may not play for a longer time. One of the best in the business, Bumrah ended with figures of 83/5 going level with Kapil Dev for most five-wicket hauls in overseas Tests.&nbsp;<h2>Bumrah shuts down critics</h2>"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 barkat (abundance or good fortune) god has given me, I try to carry it forward, and try to take Indian cricket forward,” Bumrah said after Stumps on Day 3.&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;Bumrah, 31, has been struggling with injuries in the last 24 months, which has seen him miss two major ICC tournaments for India. After facing back issues in the Sydney Test earlier in the year, he was not available for the Champions Trophy while he also missed the 2022 T20 World Cup owing to the same problem. He was also absent from the start of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) and missed the entire season in 2023.&nbsp;However, his ability to win matches remains unparalleled as he helped India win the 2024 T20 World Cup and also played a pivotal run in the 2023 ODI World Cup where the Men in Blue were unfortunate to finish as runners-up.&nbsp;In the ongoing Test, he was unlucky to have got more wickets having finished with first innings figures of 83/5. He dismissed Harry Brook in the final session of Day 3, only for the delivery to be called as no ball, while there were three drop catches which also played its unfortunate role.

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has shut down his critics after a flamboyant bowling display in the first innings of the ongoing Headingley Test.

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has shut down his critics after a flamboyant bowling display in the first innings of the ongoing Headingley Test. Speaking on Sunday (June 22) after the end of play, Bumrah was quick to address his critics who had doubted his fitness, stating he may not play for a longer time. One of the best in the business, Bumrah ended with figures of 83/5 going level with Kapil Dev for most five-wicket hauls in overseas Tests. Bumrah shuts down critics "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 barkat (abundance or good fortune) god has given me, I try to carry it forward, and try to take Indian cricket forward,” Bumrah said after Stumps on Day 3. ALSO READ | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA 2024-25 MVP after Oklahoma City Thunder clinch maiden title Bumrah, 31, has been struggling with injuries in the last 24 months, which has seen him miss two major ICC tournaments for India. After facing back issues in the Sydney Test earlier in the year, he was not available for the Champions Trophy while he also missed the 2022 T20 World Cup owing to the same problem. He was also absent from the start of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) and missed the entire season in 2023. However, his ability to win matches remains unparalleled as he helped India win the 2024 T20 World Cup and also played a pivotal run in the 2023 ODI World Cup where the Men in Blue were unfortunate to finish as runners-up. In the ongoing Test, he was unlucky to have got more wickets having finished with first innings figures of 83/5. He dismissed Harry Brook in the final session of Day 3, only for the delivery to be called as no ball, while there were three drop catches which also played its unfortunate role.

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has shut down his critics after a flamboyant bowling display in the first innings of the ongoing Headingley Test.

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Jasprit Bumrah shuts critics after first innings heroics, says 'I will keep doing...'

Shohei Ohtani produced a dazzling all-round performance as the Los Angeles Dodgers came from behind to rout the Washington Nationals 13-7 on Sunday. Ohtani, making just his second appearance from the mound since undergoing elbow ligament surgery in 2023, bagged two strikeouts in an 18-pitch appearance at Dodger Stadium.&nbsp;The Japanese superstar then followed up that lone inning with a huge offensive performance, blasting a three-run triple and a two-run home run as the Dodgers piled on the runs in the late innings to romp to victory.&nbsp;Ohtani, the reigning National League Most Valuable Player, only returned to pitching last Monday after a near two-year absence.&nbsp;The 30-year-old is being eased back into the pitching rotation by the Dodgers, who have restricted him to two single-inning pitching performances so far.&nbsp;Ohtani tore elbow ligaments just over two years ago and underwent Tommy John surgery, leaving him unable to pitch, although was still able to bat after joining the Dodgers on a 10-year, $700 million contract in December 2023.&nbsp;Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that the team would continue to take a cautious approach with Ohtani's pitching as the season progresses.&nbsp;"Right now, he's good with one inning," Roberts told reporters.&nbsp;"It's just more trying to get a foundation, the building blocks, as he's taking at bats and getting an inning here, and an inning there...just erring on the side of caution.&nbsp;"He's understanding where he's at, and where we're at. As time goes on we'll get to a certain point, but there's no sense in rushing it."&nbsp;Ohtani is widely regarded as a modern-day Babe Ruth, a rarity in baseball in that he combines elite hitting and pitching.&nbsp;Last year he became the first player in history to score 50 home runs and nab 50 stolen bases in a season -- a statistical feat once regarded as unthinkable -- before helping the Dodgers win last year's World Series.&nbsp;Sunday's home run was his 26th of the season, a tally that has helped the Dodgers move to the top of the National League West division.&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.

Shohei Ohtani produced a dazzling all-round performance as the Los Angeles Dodgers came from behind to rout the Washington Nationals 13-7 on Sunday. 

Shohei Ohtani produced a dazzling all-round performance as the Los Angeles Dodgers came from behind to rout the Washington Nationals 13-7 on Sunday. Ohtani, making just his second appearance from the mound since undergoing elbow ligament surgery in 2023, bagged two strikeouts in an 18-pitch appearance at Dodger Stadium. The Japanese superstar then followed up that lone inning with a huge offensive performance, blasting a three-run triple and a two-run home run as the Dodgers piled on the runs in the late innings to romp to victory. Ohtani, the reigning National League Most Valuable Player, only returned to pitching last Monday after a near two-year absence. The 30-year-old is being eased back into the pitching rotation by the Dodgers, who have restricted him to two single-inning pitching performances so far. Ohtani tore elbow ligaments just over two years ago and underwent Tommy John surgery, leaving him unable to pitch, although was still able to bat after joining the Dodgers on a 10-year, $700 million contract in December 2023. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that the team would continue to take a cautious approach with Ohtani's pitching as the season progresses. "Right now, he's good with one inning," Roberts told reporters. "It's just more trying to get a foundation, the building blocks, as he's taking at bats and getting an inning here, and an inning there...just erring on the side of caution. "He's understanding where he's at, and where we're at. As time goes on we'll get to a certain point, but there's no sense in rushing it." Ohtani is widely regarded as a modern-day Babe Ruth, a rarity in baseball in that he combines elite hitting and pitching. Last year he became the first player in history to score 50 home runs and nab 50 stolen bases in a season -- a statistical feat once regarded as unthinkable -- before helping the Dodgers win last year's World Series. Sunday's home run was his 26th of the season, a tally that has helped the Dodgers move to the top of the National League West division. 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.

Shohei Ohtani produced a dazzling all-round performance as the Los Angeles Dodgers came from behind to rout the Washington Nationals 13-7 on Sunday.&nbsp;

MLB: Shohei Ohtani bags strikeouts, home run as Los Angeles Dodgers rout Washington Nationals

Manchester City booked their place in the Club World Cup last 16 with an emphatic 6-0 rout of Al Ain in Atlanta on Sunday. In a match dubbed the "Abu derby", with City owner and United Arab Emirates vice-president Sheikh Mansour's side facing off against that of his elder sibling, Sheikh Mohamed, president of Al Ain and also the country, the Premier League side showed no brotherly love.&nbsp;Ilkay Gundogan put City ahead before starlet Claudio Echeverri netted his first goal for the club with a free-kick and Erland Haaland slotted in the third with a penalty.&nbsp;In the second half Gundogan struck again, Oscar Bobb rolled in the fifth and Rayan Cherki grabbed his first City goal as they pulled level with Juventus on six points at the top of Group G. The result also confirmed Juve's place in the next round.&nbsp;City coach Pep Guardiola said on the eve of the game his squad needed trimming and that was reflected in his decision to rotate his entire starting II from the opening win over Wydad Casablanca.&nbsp;In came superstar striker Haaland, new arrival Rayan Ait-Nouri, and exciting prospect Echeverri, among others.&nbsp;Serbian coach Vladimir Ivic's Al Ain were crushed 5-0 by Juventus in their opening fixture and the 10-time Premier League champions offered another unforgiving challenge.&nbsp;After a disjointed opening, City took the lead in the ninth minute in fortuitous fashion, with Gundogan's chip towards Haaland at the back post floating into the net of its own accord.Al Ain had a good chance to pull level when the dawdling Nico Gonzalez had his pocket picked and the UAE side sprang forward, but Nassim Chadli's effort was superbly tipped wide by Stefan Ortega.&nbsp;Debutant Ait-Nouri brought City fans out of their seats with one daring dart into the box before he slipped at the crucial moment.&nbsp;City's 19-year-old Argentine attacker Echeverri, on his first start for the club, doubled their lead after 27 minutes with a perfect free-kick that swerved around the outside of the wall and left goalkeeper Khalid Eisa rooted to the spot.&nbsp;With the Mercedes-Benz Stadium mostly full apart from the top ring of seats, fans began sending a Mexican wave around the ground.&nbsp;It came to a standstill when Bernardo Silva's corner was headed against the post by Josko Gvardiol, before starting back up.Haaland rolled a shot narrowly wide when he might have scored the third after a one-two with Silva sent him galloping through.&nbsp;The Norwegian hitman eventually got his goal in first-half stoppage time after Manuel Akanji was hauled to the ground by Ramy Rabia and City were awarded a penalty following a VAR review.&nbsp;Haaland sent Eisa the wrong way with a low spot-kick for his first goal of the tournament.<h2>Relentless Man City</h2>Guardiola brought on Phil Foden, who impressed in the first match, for Echeverri at half-time.&nbsp;Haaland should have scored again after the hour mark but Eisa denied him with a good double save.&nbsp;Instead it was Gundogan who got his second, with a well-taken dinked finish.&nbsp;The midfielder has recently been linked with a move to Galatasaray, but Guardiola said Saturday he is still counting on the 34-year-old in the United States.&nbsp;Substitute Oscar Bobb showed fleet footwork before rolling in the fifth at the near post before Cherki sealed the win.&nbsp;Signed from Lyon ahead of the tournament, the French attacking midfielder had a quiet debut against Wydad but powered home from the edge of the box late on in his second appearance.&nbsp;City face Juventus in Orlando on Thursday in a shoot-out to decide who will finish top of the group and potentially avoid a last-16 clash against Spanish giants Real Madrid&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.

Manchester City booked their place in the Club World Cup last 16 with an emphatic 6-0 rout of Al Ain in Atlanta on Sunday.

Manchester City booked their place in the Club World Cup last 16 with an emphatic 6-0 rout of Al Ain in Atlanta on Sunday. In a match dubbed the "Abu derby", with City owner and United Arab Emirates vice-president Sheikh Mansour's side facing off against that of his elder sibling, Sheikh Mohamed, president of Al Ain and also the country, the Premier League side showed no brotherly love. Ilkay Gundogan put City ahead before starlet Claudio Echeverri netted his first goal for the club with a free-kick and Erland Haaland slotted in the third with a penalty. In the second half Gundogan struck again, Oscar Bobb rolled in the fifth and Rayan Cherki grabbed his first City goal as they pulled level with Juventus on six points at the top of Group G. The result also confirmed Juve's place in the next round. City coach Pep Guardiola said on the eve of the game his squad needed trimming and that was reflected in his decision to rotate his entire starting II from the opening win over Wydad Casablanca. In came superstar striker Haaland, new arrival Rayan Ait-Nouri, and exciting prospect Echeverri, among others. Serbian coach Vladimir Ivic's Al Ain were crushed 5-0 by Juventus in their opening fixture and the 10-time Premier League champions offered another unforgiving challenge. After a disjointed opening, City took the lead in the ninth minute in fortuitous fashion, with Gundogan's chip towards Haaland at the back post floating into the net of its own accord. Al Ain had a good chance to pull level when the dawdling Nico Gonzalez had his pocket picked and the UAE side sprang forward, but Nassim Chadli's effort was superbly tipped wide by Stefan Ortega. Debutant Ait-Nouri brought City fans out of their seats with one daring dart into the box before he slipped at the crucial moment. City's 19-year-old Argentine attacker Echeverri, on his first start for the club, doubled their lead after 27 minutes with a perfect free-kick that swerved around the outside of the wall and left goalkeeper Khalid Eisa rooted to the spot. With the Mercedes-Benz Stadium mostly full apart from the top ring of seats, fans began sending a Mexican wave around the ground. It came to a standstill when Bernardo Silva's corner was headed against the post by Josko Gvardiol, before starting back up . Haaland rolled a shot narrowly wide when he might have scored the third after a one-two with Silva sent him galloping through. The Norwegian hitman eventually got his goal in first-half stoppage time after Manuel Akanji was hauled to the ground by Ramy Rabia and City were awarded a penalty following a VAR review. Haaland sent Eisa the wrong way with a low spot-kick for his first goal of the tournament. Relentless Man City Guardiola brought on Phil Foden, who impressed in the first match, for Echeverri at half-time. Haaland should have scored again after the hour mark but Eisa denied him with a good double save. Instead it was Gundogan who got his second, with a well-taken dinked finish. The midfielder has recently been linked with a move to Galatasaray, but Guardiola said Saturday he is still counting on the 34-year-old in the United States. Substitute Oscar Bobb showed fleet footwork before rolling in the fifth at the near post before Cherki sealed the win. Signed from Lyon ahead of the tournament, the French attacking midfielder had a quiet debut against Wydad but powered home from the edge of the box late on in his second appearance. City face Juventus in Orlando on Thursday in a shoot-out to decide who will finish top of the group and potentially avoid a last-16 clash against Spanish giants Real Madrid 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.

Manchester City booked their place in the Club World Cup last 16 with an emphatic 6-0 rout of Al Ain in Atlanta on Sunday.

FIFA Club World Cup: Man City demolish Al Ain to reach last 16

Oklahoma City Thunder clinched their maiden <a href="https://www.wionews.com/NBA">NBA</a> title on Sunday (June 23, Monday in India) as they beat the Indians Pacers in game seven of the best-of-seven series final, thereby winning the series 4-3. Contesting its first NBA game seven of the final series since 2016, the Thunder beat the Pacers 103-91 to write their name in the history books. The defeat for the Pacers also meant their hunt for maiden NBA title continues despite leading the series 2-1 at one stage.&nbsp;<h2>Thunder-Pacers make tight start</h2>Playing at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, it was a tight start to the final as the home side led by just three points after the first quarter. The Pacers did have a huge concern with Tyrese Haliburton sustaining an Achilles injury on his right leg. He was ruled out for the rest of the final and had to warm the bench as the scorecard read 25-22 in favour of the Thunder.&nbsp;The Pacers then turned the tables, netting 26 points and gaining the upper hand as the halftime approached. Heading into the halftime break, the Pacers led 48-47, meaning the final was well in balance with a sole point separating the two sides.<h2>Thunder down Pacers in second half&nbsp;</h2>Having contested the opening two quarters tightly, it was the third one that made the difference as Thunder opened a 13-point lead. Chet Holmgren scored a three-pointer midway through the third quarter, which laid the foundation for the decisive lead. The Pacers would then play catchup for the rest of the final, but could not edge Thunder to regain the upper hand. Ultimately, Thunder won the final 103-91, conversing their lead in the final quarter of the final.&nbsp;&nbsp;The win also means the Thunder have now won their first title since rebranding from Seattle SuperSonics in 2008. They had first reached the final of the 2011-12 season but failed at the final hurdle to Miami Heat. The win also means, the Western Conference once again has the NBA title having surrendered it to the Boston Celtics of the Eastern Conference in 2024. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Thunder was named the MVP of the final for his excellent showing.

Oklahoma City Thunder clinched their maiden NBA title on Sunday (June 23, Monday in India) as they beat the Indians Pacers in game seven of the best-of-seven series final, thereby winning the series 4-3. 

Oklahoma City Thunder clinched their maiden NBA title on Sunday (June 23, Monday in India) as they beat the Indians Pacers in game seven of the best-of-seven series final, thereby winning the series 4-3. Contesting its first NBA game seven of the final series since 2016, the Thunder beat the Pacers 103-91 to write their name in the history books. The defeat for the Pacers also meant their hunt for maiden NBA title continues despite leading the series 2-1 at one stage. Thunder-Pacers make tight start Playing at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, it was a tight start to the final as the home side led by just three points after the first quarter. The Pacers did have a huge concern with Tyrese Haliburton sustaining an Achilles injury on his right leg. He was ruled out for the rest of the final and had to warm the bench as the scorecard read 25-22 in favour of the Thunder. The Pacers then turned the tables, netting 26 points and gaining the upper hand as the halftime approached. Heading into the halftime break, the Pacers led 48-47, meaning the final was well in balance with a sole point separating the two sides. Thunder down Pacers in second half Having contested the opening two quarters tightly, it was the third one that made the difference as Thunder opened a 13-point lead. Chet Holmgren scored a three-pointer midway through the third quarter, which laid the foundation for the decisive lead. The Pacers would then play catchup for the rest of the final, but could not edge Thunder to regain the upper hand. Ultimately, Thunder won the final 103-91, conversing their lead in the final quarter of the final. The win also means the Thunder have now won their first title since rebranding from Seattle SuperSonics in 2008. They had first reached the final of the 2011-12 season but failed at the final hurdle to Miami Heat. The win also means, the Western Conference once again has the NBA title having surrendered it to the Boston Celtics of the Eastern Conference in 2024. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Thunder was named the MVP of the final for his excellent showing.

Oklahoma City Thunder clinched their maiden NBA title on Sunday (June 23, Monday in India) as they beat the Indians Pacers in game seven of the best-of-seven series final, thereby winning the series 4-3.&nbsp;

Resolute Oklahoma City Thunder clinch maiden NBA title, beat Indiana Pacers in decisive seventh game

Another day, another headline-worthy performance by Jasprit Bumrah. The ace Indian quick entered the history books on day three of the first Anderson-Tendulkar Test in Leeds after completing his 12th five-wicket haul in away Tests – equaling former match-winner Kapil Dev’s tally. Just one day after he surpassed legendary Wasim Akram on the list of Asian bowlers with the most wickets in SENA countries, he has now gone past Kapil Dev, slowly etching his name in all bowling records. Although his 5/83 helped his team maintain the six-run lead, India lost two wickets before stumps on day three, giving England little momentum.&nbsp;Bumrah first removed Zak Crawley early in England’s innings before accounting for his fellow partner Ben Duckett and batting veteran Joe Root later in the day. Although he had Harry Brook’s number on a duck, Bumrah overstepping on that ball gave Brook an extra life. Come day three, Bumrah was on top of his game but took his time before picking the remaining two wickets to complete his record 12th away five-for in Tests.&nbsp; &nbsp;With England eight wickets down, Bumrah picked the remaining two, including Woakes’, to wrap up their innings on 465, just six shy of India’s first-inning total.<h3>Here is the list of Indian bowlers with the most away Test five-fors – &nbsp;</h3>Jasprit Bumrah – 12 (34 Tests)* Kapil Dev – 12 (66 Tests) Anil Kumble – 10 (61 Tests) Ishant Sharma – 9 (63 Tests) Zaheer Khan – 8 (54 Tests)<h3>India lead by 96 runs &nbsp;</h3>Team India kept pushing itself on day three in Leeds and succeeded largely. Despite starting the day with a bang by dismissing overnight centurion Ollie Pope on 106, the quicks leaked runs, with Mohammed Siraj being the worst hit. Harry Brook also came close to hitting his maiden Test hundred against India but got out on 99. &nbsp;However, the tailenders were the ones who gave real pain to India, with almost everyone in the lower order contributing.&nbsp; &nbsp;India, on the other hand, lost Yashasvi Jaiswal early in the innings on just four. Debutant Sai Sudharsan and KL Rahul added 66 for the second wicket before Ben Stokes broke the stand by dismissing Sudharsan on 30.&nbsp; &nbsp;India finished the day on 90 for two, leading by 96 runs.&nbsp;

First Akram, now Kapil Dev - Bumrah tops legends as India stay ahead in Leeds

Another day, another headline-worthy performance by Jasprit Bumrah. The ace Indian quick entered the history books on day three of the first Anderson-Tendulkar Test in Leeds after completing his 12th five-wicket haul in away Tests – equaling former match-winner Kapil Dev’s tally. Just one day after he surpassed legendary Wasim Akram on the list of Asian bowlers with the most wickets in SENA countries, he has now gone past Kapil Dev, slowly etching his name in all bowling records. Although his 5/83 helped his team maintain the six-run lead, India lost two wickets before stumps on day three, giving England little momentum. Bumrah first removed Zak Crawley early in England’s innings before accounting for his fellow partner Ben Duckett and batting veteran Joe Root later in the day. Although he had Harry Brook’s number on a duck, Bumrah overstepping on that ball gave Brook an extra life. Come day three, Bumrah was on top of his game but took his time before picking the remaining two wickets to complete his record 12th away five-for in Tests. With England eight wickets down, Bumrah picked the remaining two, including Woakes’, to wrap up their innings on 465, just six shy of India’s first-inning total. Here is the list of Indian bowlers with the most away Test five-fors – Jasprit Bumrah – 12 (34 Tests)* Kapil Dev – 12 (66 Tests) Anil Kumble – 10 (61 Tests) Ishant Sharma – 9 (63 Tests) Zaheer Khan – 8 (54 Tests) India lead by 96 runs Team India kept pushing itself on day three in Leeds and succeeded largely. Despite starting the day with a bang by dismissing overnight centurion Ollie Pope on 106, the quicks leaked runs, with Mohammed Siraj being the worst hit. Harry Brook also came close to hitting his maiden Test hundred against India but got out on 99. However, the tailenders were the ones who gave real pain to India, with almost everyone in the lower order contributing. India, on the other hand, lost Yashasvi Jaiswal early in the innings on just four. Debutant Sai Sudharsan and KL Rahul added 66 for the second wicket before Ben Stokes broke the stand by dismissing Sudharsan on 30. India finished the day on 90 for two, leading by 96 runs.

On day three, Bumrah was on top of his game but took his time before picking the remaining two wickets to complete his record 12th away five-for in Tests.

After surpassing Akram, Jasprit Bumrah equals Kapil Dev’s record as India  stay ahead in Leeds Test

The New York Yankees had a renowned K-pop sensation in attendance for its recent game against the Baltimore Orioles at Yankee Stadium on June 20, and he happened to be a big fan of starting pitcher Max Fried. Seungmin, the global superstar, attended the Yankees game while being on his New York tour, later posting photos on his social media handle Instagram with the caption, "Playball⚾ @yankees". Meanwhile, Seungmin also wore a Max Fried jersey and even had pictures of Fried and Aaron Judge from the game. The Stray Kids star also posted a photo of Judge’s stats this season, indicating he’s a fan of the slugger as well.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Seungmin in the baseball stadium! The Stray Kids star was at Yankee Stadium last night ⚾️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/StrayKids?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#StrayKids</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%EC%8A%A4%ED%8A%B8%EB%A0%88%EC%9D%B4%ED%82%A4%EC%A6%88?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#스트레이키즈</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Seungmin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Seungmin</a> <a href="https://t.co/cbPAlXaQjJ">pic.twitter.com/cbPAlXaQjJ</a>&mdash; MLB (@MLB) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLB/status/1936471003397247132?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Alongside seven other members of Stray Kids, Seungmin spent last Wednesday and Thursday roaming across the city and playing two sold-out shows at Citi Field on the North American leg of their dominATE World Tour.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-alexander-bublik-beats-daniil-medvedev-to-claim-second-title-on-grass-in-halle-1750610236055">Alexander Bublik beats Daniil Medvedev to claim second title on grass in Halle</a> &nbsp;Besides, Seungmin, the K-pop idol, is also known for his love for baseball, to the extent that he even dreamt of playing it professionally while growing up. However, if not for his family’s financial situation and his set of injuries, he would have lived that dream, but life had other plans for him. Seungmin, instead, chased his other dream of singing, something that panned out better for him. &nbsp;Even though he is now a megastar, he loves falling back on baseball. Even during the Los Angeles Dodgers game against Team Korea in the 2024 MLB Seoul Series, he threw out his first pitch, impressing most people, with fans drawing parallels with Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, "Dude throwing better than Yamamoto in spring training,” one fan wrote on social media.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Seungmin&#39;s first pitch was a STRIKE!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/StrayKids?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#StrayKids</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%EC%8A%A4%ED%8A%B8%EB%A0%88%EC%9D%B4%ED%82%A4%EC%A6%88?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#스트레이키즈</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Seungmin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Seungmin</a> <a href="https://t.co/hnl81QYuUs">pic.twitter.com/hnl81QYuUs</a>&mdash; MLB (@MLB) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLB/status/1769677355511943534?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Meanwhile, the K-pop star has collected several jerseys throughout his career, from a Kim Hye-Seong Dodgers jersey to a Jung-Hoo Lee San Francisco Giants one to a Seattle Mariners jacket. He even has photos of them posted.

MLB: Global K-pop sensation headlines Yankees game against Baltimore Orioles

The New York Yankees had a renowned K-pop sensation in attendance for its recent game against the Baltimore Orioles at Yankee Stadium on June 20, and he happened to be a big fan of starting pitcher Max Fried. Seungmin, the global superstar, attended the Yankees game while being on his New York tour, later posting photos on his social media handle Instagram with the caption, "Playball⚾ @yankees". Meanwhile, Seungmin also wore a Max Fried jersey and even had pictures of Fried and Aaron Judge from the game. The Stray Kids star also posted a photo of Judge’s stats this season, indicating he’s a fan of the slugger as well.

Alongside seven other members of Stray Kids, Seungmin spent last Wednesday and Thursday roaming across the city and playing two sold-out shows at Citi Field on the North American leg of their dominATE World Tour.&nbsp;

Kazakh Alexander Bublik achieved his first win in seven meetings with Russian Daniil Medvedev to claim his second title on the grass of Halle, a week before Wimbledon.&nbsp;Bublik, ranked 45, claimed the scalp of world number one Jannik Sinner in the second round.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-world-number-2-carlos-alcaraz-crowned-king-of-queens-club-for-second-time-wimbledon-2025-1750609763744">World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz crowned king of Queen’s for second time</a>&nbsp;The 28-year-old maintained his streak with a 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) victory in one hour and 22 minutes in his first clash on grass with third seed Medvedev.&nbsp;&nbsp;Thanks to his second Halle trophy after 2023 and fifth ATP title overall, Bublik will move to 30th in Monday's ATP rankings, while Medvedev, who was playing in his first final in 15 months, will move to number nine.&nbsp;"I was cursed against you, Daniil. But today, I'm happy to have won. Beating you here is a great honour for me," Bublik said during the trophy presentation.&nbsp;In the first set, Bublik broke his opponent's serve to lead 5-3 and won the set on his serve.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Kazakh saved Medvedev's only break point, also a set point, at 4-5 in the second set, with a perfectly hit drop shot.&nbsp;&nbsp;He wrapped up the match in the tie-break with a service winner.&nbsp;<h2>‘Close to calling it quits’</h2>&nbsp;"From the mental point of view, that's the toughest match I ever played in my life," said Bublik.&nbsp;&nbsp;"I have never beaten Daniil. He's a super tough player to play, especially with my game style, and today everything clicked in mentally and physically. That's one of the wins of my career."&nbsp;"I had such tough months since last Wimbledon to probably this summer," said Bublik, who had dropped out of the top 75 until last month and conceded he was "close to calling it quits after Wimbledon (last year), because I was not enjoying it anymore".&nbsp;Bublik's also won titles in Montpellier in 2022 and 2024 and Antwerp and Halle in 2023.&nbsp;"Alexander Bublik played some great grass-court play today. My heart always beats a little faster when you play like that on grass," said 57-year-old German Boris Becker, a three-time Wimbledon champion (1985, 1986, 1989), before presenting the trophy.&nbsp;A former world number one in 2022, Medvedev lost his sixth consecutive final, his 20th and last title was the Masters 1000 on clay in Rome in May 2023.&nbsp;"Keep playing like that, and please, Carlos (Alcaraz)or Jannik in your draw at Wimbledon," joked former US Open winner Medvedev, a two-time Wimbledon semi-finalist.&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.

Alexander Bublik beats Daniil Medvedev to claim second title on grass in Halle

Kazakh Alexander Bublik achieved his first win in seven meetings with Russian Daniil Medvedev to claim his second title on the grass of Halle, a week before Wimbledon. Bublik, ranked 45, claimed the scalp of world number one Jannik Sinner in the second round. Also read | World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz crowned king of Queen’s for second time The 28-year-old maintained his streak with a 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) victory in one hour and 22 minutes in his first clash on grass with third seed Medvedev. Thanks to his second Halle trophy after 2023 and fifth ATP title overall, Bublik will move to 30th in Monday's ATP rankings, while Medvedev, who was playing in his first final in 15 months, will move to number nine. "I was cursed against you, Daniil. But today, I'm happy to have won. Beating you here is a great honour for me," Bublik said during the trophy presentation. In the first set, Bublik broke his opponent's serve to lead 5-3 and won the set on his serve. The Kazakh saved Medvedev's only break point, also a set point, at 4-5 in the second set, with a perfectly hit drop shot. He wrapped up the match in the tie-break with a service winner. ‘Close to calling it quits’ "From the mental point of view, that's the toughest match I ever played in my life," said Bublik. "I have never beaten Daniil. He's a super tough player to play, especially with my game style, and today everything clicked in mentally and physically. That's one of the wins of my career." "I had such tough months since last Wimbledon to probably this summer," said Bublik, who had dropped out of the top 75 until last month and conceded he was "close to calling it quits after Wimbledon (last year), because I was not enjoying it anymore". Bublik's also won titles in Montpellier in 2022 and 2024 and Antwerp and Halle in 2023. "Alexander Bublik played some great grass-court play today. My heart always beats a little faster when you play like that on grass," said 57-year-old German Boris Becker, a three-time Wimbledon champion (1985, 1986, 1989), before presenting the trophy. A former world number one in 2022, Medvedev lost his sixth consecutive final, his 20th and last title was the Masters 1000 on clay in Rome in May 2023. "Keep playing like that, and please, Carlos (Alcaraz)or Jannik in your draw at Wimbledon," joked former US Open winner Medvedev, a two-time Wimbledon semi-finalist. 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.

Bublik, ranked 45, claimed the scalp of world number one Jannik Sinner in the second round.

Carlos Alcaraz clinched his second Queen's Club title as the world number two warmed up for Wimbledon with a 7-5, 6-7 (5/7), 6-2 win against Jiri Lehecka in Sunday's final.&nbsp;Alcaraz blasted 33 winners and 18 aces to subdue the gritty Czech world number 30 in two hours and 10 minutes in west London.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/leveling-the-playing-field-how-corporates-are-building-india-s-sports-future-1750602069234">Leveling the playing field: How corporates are building India’s sports future</a>&nbsp;Having won titles on clay at the French Open, Rome and Monte Carlo, as well as the hard courts of Rotterdam, Alcaraz has now collected five trophies in 2025.&nbsp;The 22-year-old has not lost since the Barcelona final against Holger Rune on April 20 and is enjoying the longest winning streak of his career with 18 successive victories.&nbsp;Top-seeded Alcaraz is just the second Spanish man to win Queen's twice after Feliciano Lopez, who lifted the trophy in 2017 and 2019.&nbsp;"I'm happy to lift this trophy once again. It's a nightmare to play against Jiri, but it's been an incredible week," Alcaraz said.&nbsp;&nbsp;"I came without expectations. I just wanted to play good tennis and get used to the grass.&nbsp;"It's really special playing here every year. I can't wait to come back next year."&nbsp;For a player raised on the clay courts of Spain, Alcaraz has developed into a formidable force on grass.&nbsp;The former world number one signalled his emergence on the surface by winning Queen's in 2023.&nbsp;He clinched the Wimbledon title for the first time just weeks later and defended his All England Club crown last year.&nbsp;Alcaraz, who has an 11-1 career record at Queen's, will start his bid for a third successive Wimbledon title on June 30.&nbsp;After his semi-final win over Roberto Bautista Agut on Saturday, Alcaraz fired an ominous message to his Wimbledon rivals, warning that his "grass-court mode" had been activated.&nbsp;And on the evidence of his relentless display against the obdurate Lehecka, he is in no mood to surrender his All England Club crown.<h2>Ruthless Alcaraz</h2>&nbsp;Playing his first tournament since his epic French Open victory against Jannik Sinner two weeks ago, Alcaraz's march to the Queen's showpiece made it five consecutive finals for the Spaniard.&nbsp;In contrast, Lehecka was playing in his first grass-court final after a shock win against British star Jack Draper in the last four.&nbsp;The 23-year-old was the first Czech in the Queen's final since Ivan Lendl in 1990.&nbsp;Lehecka had come from a set down to stun Alcaraz in the Qatar Open quarter-finals in February.&nbsp;But there would be no repeat of that upset on the lawns of Barons Court.&nbsp;In his second Queen's final, Alcaraz had an early chance to break in the fifth game of the first set.&nbsp;Lehecka thundered down an ace to get out of trouble of that occasion.&nbsp;But the five-time Grand Slam champion matched Lehecka's serve blow for blow, dropping just one point in his first four service games.&nbsp;Alcaraz's piercing ground-strokes increased the pressure, and Lehecka finally cracked in the 11th game when a badly-timed double-fault gifted the first break to the Spaniard.&nbsp;Alcaraz served out the set in typically ruthless fashion, but Lehecka refused to surrender without a fight.&nbsp;A tight second set stayed on serve all the way through to the tie-break and, for once, Alcaraz stumbled with a key double-fault, allowing Lehecka to level the match.&nbsp;Alcaraz was unfazed, breaking for a 3-1 lead in the deciding set when Lehecka netted an off-balance forehand.&nbsp;Alcaraz had the finish line in sight, and he wrapped up his latest title triumph with a flurry of searing winners.&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.

World no. 2 Carlos Alcaraz crowned king of Queen’s for second time

Carlos Alcaraz clinched his second Queen's Club title as the world number two warmed up for Wimbledon with a 7-5, 6-7 (5/7), 6-2 win against Jiri Lehecka in Sunday's final. Alcaraz blasted 33 winners and 18 aces to subdue the gritty Czech world number 30 in two hours and 10 minutes in west London. Also read | Leveling the playing field: How corporates are building India’s sports future Having won titles on clay at the French Open, Rome and Monte Carlo, as well as the hard courts of Rotterdam, Alcaraz has now collected five trophies in 2025. The 22-year-old has not lost since the Barcelona final against Holger Rune on April 20 and is enjoying the longest winning streak of his career with 18 successive victories. Top-seeded Alcaraz is just the second Spanish man to win Queen's twice after Feliciano Lopez, who lifted the trophy in 2017 and 2019. "I'm happy to lift this trophy once again. It's a nightmare to play against Jiri, but it's been an incredible week," Alcaraz said. "I came without expectations. I just wanted to play good tennis and get used to the grass. "It's really special playing here every year. I can't wait to come back next year." For a player raised on the clay courts of Spain, Alcaraz has developed into a formidable force on grass. The former world number one signalled his emergence on the surface by winning Queen's in 2023. He clinched the Wimbledon title for the first time just weeks later and defended his All England Club crown last year. Alcaraz, who has an 11-1 career record at Queen's, will start his bid for a third successive Wimbledon title on June 30. After his semi-final win over Roberto Bautista Agut on Saturday, Alcaraz fired an ominous message to his Wimbledon rivals, warning that his "grass-court mode" had been activated. And on the evidence of his relentless display against the obdurate Lehecka, he is in no mood to surrender his All England Club crown. Ruthless Alcaraz Playing his first tournament since his epic French Open victory against Jannik Sinner two weeks ago, Alcaraz's march to the Queen's showpiece made it five consecutive finals for the Spaniard. In contrast, Lehecka was playing in his first grass-court final after a shock win against British star Jack Draper in the last four. The 23-year-old was the first Czech in the Queen's final since Ivan Lendl in 1990. Lehecka had come from a set down to stun Alcaraz in the Qatar Open quarter-finals in February. But there would be no repeat of that upset on the lawns of Barons Court. In his second Queen's final, Alcaraz had an early chance to break in the fifth game of the first set. Lehecka thundered down an ace to get out of trouble of that occasion. But the five-time Grand Slam champion matched Lehecka's serve blow for blow, dropping just one point in his first four service games. Alcaraz's piercing ground-strokes increased the pressure, and Lehecka finally cracked in the 11th game when a badly-timed double-fault gifted the first break to the Spaniard. Alcaraz served out the set in typically ruthless fashion, but Lehecka refused to surrender without a fight. A tight second set stayed on serve all the way through to the tie-break and, for once, Alcaraz stumbled with a key double-fault, allowing Lehecka to level the match. Alcaraz was unfazed, breaking for a 3-1 lead in the deciding set when Lehecka netted an off-balance forehand. Alcaraz had the finish line in sight, and he wrapped up his latest title triumph with a flurry of searing winners. 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.

Alcaraz blasted 33 winners and 18 aces to subdue the gritty Czech world number 30 in two hours and 10 minutes in west London.

India’s ambition to host the 2036 Olympics is more than a national aspiration—it’s a test of how deeply the country is willing to invest in its sporting foundation. Beyond the stadiums and scoreboards, a quiet but powerful shift is taking place. Corporate India, once a passive donor in the sporting world, is now emerging as an active partner, building the country’s future in sports from the ground up. Neel Shah, CEO of Dream Sports Foundation, has witnessed this transformation firsthand. “Corporate involvement in sports has moved from basic philanthropy to a strategic and structured methodology,” he said in an exclusive interview to WION.&nbsp;“It’s no longer just CSR—companies are now developing athlete-focused programs with long-term vision.”The change is visible across India’s sporting ecosystem. From organising grassroots competitions to investing in performance tech, private players are helping plug critical gaps left by underfunded federations and overburdened institutions. Take Dream Sports Foundation’s own efforts as an example.&nbsp;Through the Dream Sports Championships in football and table tennis, they’ve created a pathway for young athletes to transition from grassroots to elite levels, aligned closely with National Sports Federations (NSFs). It’s not a stand-alone effort but part of a larger movement. As Shah puts it, “The key word is alignment. We need backward and forward linkages rather than working in silos.”&nbsp;In a country where NSFs often focus on elite athletes and international medals, grassroots development tends to be neglected. That’s where corporate partnerships are proving to be game-changers—both in reach and in impact. Companies are bringing professional management, long-term strategy, and even regional focus to build sustainable sports programs that can uncover and nurture local talent.The impact goes beyond training grounds. Technology, often driven by corporate investments, is now deeply integrated into India’s sporting journey. “There’s a huge gap in athlete data capture and performance tracking,” Shah says. “With the right tech, we can build effective athlete profiling, enable better coaching, and even enhance fan engagement.”&nbsp;From AI-driven analytics to virtual fan experiences, tech is helping sports not only grow but also monetise. This opens up new revenue models and deepens spectator involvement, something India’s sports culture has historically lacked outside of cricket. None of this happens in isolation. The government’s initiatives—like Khelo India and TOPS—have laid a strong foundation for talent identification and Olympic preparation. But Shah is clear: public-private partnerships will be crucial to scale these programs.&nbsp;While the government brings infrastructure and institutional know-how, the private sector brings innovation, agility, and professionalism. The recent push to launch leagues across multiple sports signals a shift in mindset—from occasional success stories to building a holistic sports culture.“We’re at a juncture of alignment,” Shah says. “With government, corporates, and federations working together, we have a real opportunity to change the way sports are seen and supported in India.”&nbsp;As India inches closer to its Olympic ambitions, the athletes we celebrate tomorrow may owe their rise not just to coaches and federations—but to a silent but powerful force working behind the scenes: corporate India, finally playing for the long game.

Leveling the playing field: How corporates are building India’s sports future

India’s ambition to host the 2036 Olympics is more than a national aspiration—it’s a test of how deeply the country is willing to invest in its sporting foundation. Beyond the stadiums and scoreboards, a quiet but powerful shift is taking place. Corporate India, once a passive donor in the sporting world, is now emerging as an active partner, building the country’s future in sports from the ground up. Neel Shah, CEO of Dream Sports Foundation, has witnessed this transformation firsthand. “Corporate involvement in sports has moved from basic philanthropy to a strategic and structured methodology,” he said in an exclusive interview to WION. “It’s no longer just CSR—companies are now developing athlete-focused programs with long-term vision.” The change is visible across India’s sporting ecosystem. From organising grassroots competitions to investing in performance tech, private players are helping plug critical gaps left by underfunded federations and overburdened institutions. Take Dream Sports Foundation’s own efforts as an example. Through the Dream Sports Championships in football and table tennis, they’ve created a pathway for young athletes to transition from grassroots to elite levels, aligned closely with National Sports Federations (NSFs). It’s not a stand-alone effort but part of a larger movement. As Shah puts it, “The key word is alignment. We need backward and forward linkages rather than working in silos.” In a country where NSFs often focus on elite athletes and international medals, grassroots development tends to be neglected. That’s where corporate partnerships are proving to be game-changers—both in reach and in impact. Companies are bringing professional management, long-term strategy, and even regional focus to build sustainable sports programs that can uncover and nurture local talent. The impact goes beyond training grounds. Technology, often driven by corporate investments, is now deeply integrated into India’s sporting journey. “There’s a huge gap in athlete data capture and performance tracking,” Shah says. “With the right tech, we can build effective athlete profiling, enable better coaching, and even enhance fan engagement.” From AI-driven analytics to virtual fan experiences, tech is helping sports not only grow but also monetise. This opens up new revenue models and deepens spectator involvement, something India’s sports culture has historically lacked outside of cricket. None of this happens in isolation. The government’s initiatives—like Khelo India and TOPS—have laid a strong foundation for talent identification and Olympic preparation. But Shah is clear: public-private partnerships will be crucial to scale these programs. While the government brings infrastructure and institutional know-how, the private sector brings innovation, agility, and professionalism. The recent push to launch leagues across multiple sports signals a shift in mindset—from occasional success stories to building a holistic sports culture. “We’re at a juncture of alignment,” Shah says. “With government, corporates, and federations working together, we have a real opportunity to change the way sports are seen and supported in India.” As India inches closer to its Olympic ambitions, the athletes we celebrate tomorrow may owe their rise not just to coaches and federations—but to a silent but powerful force working behind the scenes: corporate India, finally playing for the long game.

In a country where NSFs often focus on elite athletes and international medals, grassroots development tends to be neglected

Harry Brook kept roaming around with luck by his side, only for it to disperse when he needed it the most. After surviving three chances, including two dropped catches and getting dismissed off a no-ball, Brook got out on 99 while pulling Prasidh Krishna. His reaction told the entire story as he walked off in despair while the Indian Team celebrated in the background. Meanwhile, getting out on 99 puts him in a separate list of players who have had the misfortune of missing out on their Test hundreds by just one run.&nbsp;Brook looked in ominous touch once India took the new ball after lunch on day three in Leeds. Although he smoked several glorious-looking shots before that, including whacking Prasidh Krishna for a six in the first over of the day, Brook went after Mohammed Siraj later, which even led to a verbal altercation between the two.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-1st-test-leeds-rishabh-pant-loses-cool-after-umpire-denies-ball-change-request-watch-video-1750597112850">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rishabh Pant loses cool after umpire denies ball change request - WATCH</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, despite looking destined to complete his maiden Test hundred against India, adding another to an already impressive-looking tally, cricket, life, and Krishna seemed to have different plans for him.&nbsp; &nbsp;Just before the delivery he got out to, Brook nearly missed finding an outside edge to the keeper but mistimed the next one, a steamy bouncer aimed at his head, straight to the deep fine leg, with Shardul Thakur completing the honours.<h3>Watch Video -&nbsp;</h3>

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While Team India celebrated his wicket loudly, Brook looked disappointed with himself for missing out on connecting it properly. He, however, had done the damage by then, reducing England’s deficit to fewer than 100. &nbsp;Going by the records, Brook became the third batter after Salim Malik (vs Eng, 1987) &amp; Michael Atherton (vs SA, 1994) to get out on 99 at Headingley in Leeds,&nbsp;and the second English batter after Marcus Trescothick (Mohali, 2001) to be dismissed one shy of a hundred against India in Tests. &nbsp;Earlier in the innings, he got out on a duck off Bumrah, only to survive because of a no-ball while getting dropped twice in the space of six runs later. First, Rishabh Pant dropped him off a sitter on 76 before Yashasvi Jaiswal dropped him, his third of this innings, on 82.

Brook survives three chances only to get out on 99 as his reaction says it all

Harry Brook kept roaming around with luck by his side, only for it to disperse when he needed it the most. After surviving three chances, including two dropped catches and getting dismissed off a no-ball, Brook got out on 99 while pulling Prasidh Krishna. His reaction told the entire story as he walked off in despair while the Indian Team celebrated in the background. Meanwhile, getting out on 99 puts him in a separate list of players who have had the misfortune of missing out on their Test hundreds by just one run. Brook looked in ominous touch once India took the new ball after lunch on day three in Leeds. Although he smoked several glorious-looking shots before that, including whacking Prasidh Krishna for a six in the first over of the day, Brook went after Mohammed Siraj later, which even led to a verbal altercation between the two. Also read | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rishabh Pant loses cool after umpire denies ball change request - WATCH Meanwhile, despite looking destined to complete his maiden Test hundred against India, adding another to an already impressive-looking tally, cricket, life, and Krishna seemed to have different plans for him. Just before the delivery he got out to, Brook nearly missed finding an outside edge to the keeper but mistimed the next one, a steamy bouncer aimed at his head, straight to the deep fine leg, with Shardul Thakur completing the honours. Watch Video -

Despite looking destined to complete his maiden Test hundred against India, adding another to an already impressive-looking tally, cricket, life, and Krishna seemed to have different plans for him.&nbsp;

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Harry Brook survives three chances only to get out on 99

Not entirely happy with the denied request for a ball change midway through day three of the Leeds Test, Indian keeper-batter Rishabh Pant threw the ball in frustration in front of the umpire, leading to an unpleasant sight for cricket fans. Pant, who completed his third Test hundred on English soil on day two, made headlines for showing frustration over the on-field umpire’s call during England’s first innings. The moment occurred during the 63rd over when Pant approached on-field official Paul Reiffel with a complaint regarding the ball’s shape. Following a close look at it, the umpire denied his request, asking Indian bowlers to continue bowling with the same ball.&nbsp;That rejection, however, didn’t seem to sit well with Pant, who threw the ball away in frustration, with seamer Jasprit Bumrah also joining the conversation later on. Despite being approached persistently with a request for a ball change, Reiffel denied it altogether. Siraj, who was bowling that over, continued with the same ball. He later picked up Ben Stokes’ wicket, caught behind on 20.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2025-1st-test-cheeky-commentator-sanjay-manjrekar-lauds-jasprit-bumrah-draws-parallels-with-kiwi-veteran-sir-richard-hadlee-1750589485948">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: 'Cheeky' Indian commentator lauds Bumrah, draws parallels with Kiwi veteran</a><h3>Watch Video –</h3>

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Meanwhile, England clearly was the better team in the first session on day three. Despite losing two wickets, they added over 100 runs to their overnight tally, with Harry Brook completing his first fifty of the series.&nbsp; &nbsp;England started day three with centurion Ollie Pope and Brook at the crease. After hitting a few fours early on, Pope edged one to the keeper off Prasidh Krishna on 106. Stokes joined Brook in the middle, and the pair began stitching a stand, dominating India. &nbsp;Several boundaries, some classy and daring ones against Bumrah, had India on the back foot; however, following this Pant incident, the Indian quicks bowled with more fire, resulting in Stokes' wicket. &nbsp;Soon after, Brook and Jamie Smith continued with England’s Bazball style, hitting boundaries for fun. Shortly before lunch was taken on day three, Brook completed his fifty – his first of this five-match Test series. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Pant created history on day two at Headingley, when he surpassed the veteran MS Dhoni’s Test century tally (6), with his seventh Test hundred, his third in the UK – the most by any touring keeper before.

Rishabh Pant loses cool after umpire denies ball change request - WATCH

Not entirely happy with the denied request for a ball change midway through day three of the Leeds Test, Indian keeper-batter Rishabh Pant threw the ball in frustration in front of the umpire, leading to an unpleasant sight for cricket fans. Pant, who completed his third Test hundred on English soil on day two, made headlines for showing frustration over the on-field umpire’s call during England’s first innings. The moment occurred during the 63rd over when Pant approached on-field official Paul Reiffel with a complaint regarding the ball’s shape. Following a close look at it, the umpire denied his request, asking Indian bowlers to continue bowling with the same ball. That rejection, however, didn’t seem to sit well with Pant, who threw the ball away in frustration, with seamer Jasprit Bumrah also joining the conversation later on. Despite being approached persistently with a request for a ball change, Reiffel denied it altogether. Siraj, who was bowling that over, continued with the same ball. He later picked up Ben Stokes’ wicket, caught behind on 20. Also read | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: 'Cheeky' Indian commentator lauds Bumrah, draws parallels with Kiwi veteran Watch Video –

England clearly was the better team in the first session on day three. Despite losing two wickets, they added over 100 runs to their overnight tally, with Harry Brook completing his first fifty of the series.&nbsp;

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Rishabh Pant loses cool after umpire denies ball change request - WATCH

David Syd Lawrence, former English fast bowler and first British-born Black cricketer to play for England, sadly passed away at the age of 61 after a brave battle with motor neurone disease (MND). This development was confirmed by his family as reported by ESPNcricinfo.&nbsp;Lawrence made history in 1988 when he became the first Black cricketer born in the UK to represent England, paving the way for greater inclusivity and diversity in the sport.&nbsp;Lawrence enjoyed a memorable cricket career, both for England and Gloucestershire. He played five Tests and one One-Day International for England, claiming 18 wickets. His standout performance came in 1991 when he took 5 wickets for 106 runs against the West Indies at The Oval, showcasing his raw pace and skill.&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2025-1st-test-cheeky-commentator-sanjay-manjrekar-lauds-jasprit-bumrah-draws-parallels-with-kiwi-veteran-sir-richard-hadlee-1750589485948">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: 'Cheeky' Indian commentator lauds Bumrah, draws parallels with Kiwi veteran</a>&nbsp;On the county circuit, Lawrence played 280 matches for Gloucestershire, taking 625 wickets and establishing himself as one of the club's all-time greats.&nbsp;His promising international career was cut short in 1992 after a knee injury during a match against New Zealand in Wellington. Although Lawrence made a brief return to Gloucestershire five years later, his international dreams never fully recovered. After retiring from cricket, Lawrence explored new ventures, including running a nightclub and becoming a competitive bodybuilder.&nbsp;In 2024, Lawrence was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND), a progressive illness that attacks the nerves in the brain and spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness and loss of movement. There is currently no cure for MND, but Lawrence continued to raise awareness and funds for the Motor Neurone Disease Association, showing incredible strength throughout his illness.&nbsp;The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) paid tribute to Lawrence, describing him as a true trailblazer who broke barriers and inspired change.ECB Chair Richard Thompson said, “David’s courage and character will leave a lasting legacy, and his spirit will be remembered by all who loved the game.”

Lawrence made history in 1988 when he became the first Black cricketer born in the UK to represent England, paving the way for greater inclusivity and diversity in the sport.

David Syd Lawrence, former English fast bowler and first British-born Black cricketer to play for England, sadly passed away at the age of 61 after a brave battle with motor neurone disease (MND). This development was confirmed by his family as reported by ESPNcricinfo. Lawrence made history in 1988 when he became the first Black cricketer born in the UK to represent England, paving the way for greater inclusivity and diversity in the sport. Lawrence enjoyed a memorable cricket career, both for England and Gloucestershire. He played five Tests and one One-Day International for England, claiming 18 wickets. His standout performance came in 1991 when he took 5 wickets for 106 runs against the West Indies at The Oval, showcasing his raw pace and skill. Also Read | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: 'Cheeky' Indian commentator lauds Bumrah, draws parallels with Kiwi veteran On the county circuit, Lawrence played 280 matches for Gloucestershire, taking 625 wickets and establishing himself as one of the club's all-time greats. His promising international career was cut short in 1992 after a knee injury during a match against New Zealand in Wellington. Although Lawrence made a brief return to Gloucestershire five years later, his international dreams never fully recovered. After retiring from cricket, Lawrence explored new ventures, including running a nightclub and becoming a competitive bodybuilder. In 2024, Lawrence was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND), a progressive illness that attacks the nerves in the brain and spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness and loss of movement. There is currently no cure for MND, but Lawrence continued to raise awareness and funds for the Motor Neurone Disease Association, showing incredible strength throughout his illness. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) paid tribute to Lawrence, describing him as a true trailblazer who broke barriers and inspired change. ECB Chair Richard Thompson said, “David’s courage and character will leave a lasting legacy, and his spirit will be remembered by all who loved the game.”

Lawrence made history in 1988 when he became the first Black cricketer born in the UK to represent England, paving the way for greater inclusivity and diversity in the sport.

Who was David 'Syd' Lawrence, the first British-born black cricketer for England, who recently died?

From Joe Root to Kevin Pietersen, let us have a look at the five England batters who smashed the most test tons against India.

From Joe Root to Kevin Pietersen, let's have a look at the five England batters who smashed the most test tons against India.

IND vs ENG: 5 English batters with most Test hundreds against India. No 4 is a shocker

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are giants of world cricket. After having tasted enormous success across formats over the years, both are in the twilight stage of their international careers. While both have retired from two formats – T20Is and Tests, they remain an integral part of the One-Day setup, but the question here arises, for how long? Former India captain and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly shared his thoughts on what the future holds for the batting pair. Though he backed them to continue playing for as long as their fitness and form allow them to, Ganguly sees a challenging road ahead of them if they are eyeing the next ODI World Cup.&nbsp;South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia will host the ODI World Cup in October 2027, and by then, Virat will be 38, and Rohit will be approaching 40. Even though their fitness and form will decide their fate, Ganguly feels that by keeping everything in check, including Indian Cricket's best interests, either or both would find it challenging to hang on till then.&nbsp;India will play 27 ODIs until the next ODI World Cup arrives in two years, making it almost 15 One-Dayers each year.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-2025-1st-test-cheeky-commentator-sanjay-manjrekar-lauds-jasprit-bumrah-draws-parallels-with-kiwi-veteran-sir-richard-hadlee-1750589485948">IND vs ENG, 1st Test: 'Cheeky' Indian commentator lauds Bumrah, draws parallels with Kiwi veteran</a> &nbsp;“All of us must understand, just like everyone, the game will go away from them, and they will go away from the game," Ganguly said in a chat with PTI. "It won't be easy, with 15 games a year.” &nbsp;When asked to share any advice he has for both on how to approach and work on their fitness and game, Ganguly said, “I have got no advice. I think they know the game as much as I do. They will take a call.”<h2>No concerns about Indian future &nbsp;</h2>Ganguly also reflected on what the Indian team’s future would look like once this pair departs. Sounding unbothered by the thought of a transition period, Ganguly said he is not concerned at all. Though he understands any team would find it challenging to replace someone of Virat’s calibre, he backs India to do it at its own pace. &nbsp;"I was not concerned at all. Virat is a class player. Finding his replacement will take time. But the rest, I wasn't surprised," Ganguly said. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Rohit and Virat-less Indian Team are currently playing the Test series in the UK, with the action (first Test) already underway at Headingley in Leeds. &nbsp;Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant, the new leadership group, were among the runs in the first innings, hitting respective hundreds, their firsts on their tour. Yashasvi Jaiswal also completed his maiden Test ton on English soil, while ace quick Jasprit Bumrah starred for the visitors on day two, picking three wickets.&nbsp;

Will Rohit and Virat sustain till the next ODI World Cup? Ganguly answers

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are giants of world cricket. After having tasted enormous success across formats over the years, both are in the twilight stage of their international careers. While both have retired from two formats – T20Is and Tests, they remain an integral part of the One-Day setup, but the question here arises, for how long? Former India captain and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly shared his thoughts on what the future holds for the batting pair. Though he backed them to continue playing for as long as their fitness and form allow them to, Ganguly sees a challenging road ahead of them if they are eyeing the next ODI World Cup. South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia will host the ODI World Cup in October 2027, and by then, Virat will be 38, and Rohit will be approaching 40. Even though their fitness and form will decide their fate, Ganguly feels that by keeping everything in check, including Indian Cricket's best interests, either or both would find it challenging to hang on till then. India will play 27 ODIs until the next ODI World Cup arrives in two years, making it almost 15 One-Dayers each year. Also read | IND vs ENG, 1st Test: 'Cheeky' Indian commentator lauds Bumrah, draws parallels with Kiwi veteran “All of us must understand, just like everyone, the game will go away from them, and they will go away from the game," Ganguly said in a chat with PTI. "It won't be easy, with 15 games a year.” When asked to share any advice he has for both on how to approach and work on their fitness and game, Ganguly said, “I have got no advice. I think they know the game as much as I do. They will take a call.” No concerns about Indian future Ganguly also reflected on what the Indian team’s future would look like once this pair departs. Sounding unbothered by the thought of a transition period, Ganguly said he is not concerned at all. Though he understands any team would find it challenging to replace someone of Virat’s calibre, he backs India to do it at its own pace. "I was not concerned at all. Virat is a class player. Finding his replacement will take time. But the rest, I wasn't surprised," Ganguly said. Meanwhile, Rohit and Virat-less Indian Team are currently playing the Test series in the UK, with the action (first Test) already underway at Headingley in Leeds. Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant, the new leadership group, were among the runs in the first innings, hitting respective hundreds, their firsts on their tour. Yashasvi Jaiswal also completed his maiden Test ton on English soil, while ace quick Jasprit Bumrah starred for the visitors on day two, picking three wickets.

South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia will host the ODI World Cup in October 2027, and by then, Virat will be 38, and Rohit will be approaching 40.

Jasprit Bumrah stands out from the rest as the best Indian quick, and there is no doubt about it. As he continues to grow despite his injury scares, Bumrah reminds everyone of why he is the best of his time and perhaps of all time. His bowling prowess was on display on day two of the first Test between India and England at Headingley in Leeds, as he returned with three wickets, including removing world no. 1 Test batter Joe Root. Indian broadcaster Sanjay Manjrekar, known for his cheeky remarks, was loud and clear in lauding Bumrah for his heroics, even comparing him to Kiwi legend Sir Richard Hadlee.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-ravi-shastri-concerned-over-lack-of-support-for-bumrah-says-there-s-a-big-difference-in-1750566896003">IND vs ENG: Ravi Shastri concerned over lack of support for Bumrah, says 'there's a big difference in...'</a>&nbsp;Bumrah has a bowling average of just over 19 in Tests, which is not the lowest but among the best in this era of cricket. Although there’s only one current fast bowler who has a better bowling average than him (Scott Boland, who averages 17.66), Bumrah’s impact goes beyond these statistics. Even when compared to Hadlee, who has 431 wickets to his name and averages 22.29, Bumrah’s numbers are better. &nbsp;Meanwhile, speaking on Match Centre Live after day two play, Manjrekar lauded Bumrah’s impact, stressing what helps him stand out from the rest. &nbsp;"We've seen four hundreds in the match so far -- three from India and one from England -- but which bowler has been truly special? For me, it's just Bumrah," Manjrekar said on 'Match Centre Live' after Day 2's play. "Just the ability to manufacture a wicket every time he came into the attack is what stands out. The one bowler that comes to mind, someone with that kind of impact single-handedly, is Sir Richard Hadlee. He played for a New Zealand team with a relatively weaker attack, but every time he came on, you felt a wicket was around the corner.&nbsp;&nbsp;"The common thread between the two is mastery-- when I watched Hadlee from close quarters, he felt like a true master of his trade. I get that same impression with Bumrah," he added.&nbsp;

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<h2>Leeds Test hangs in the balance &nbsp;</h2>After being asked to bat first, the Indian Team made merry on day one, with two batters – Yashasvi Jaiswal and newly-appointed captain Shubman Gill, completing respective hundreds, their firsts on English soil. Later, Rishabh Pant also raced to his third Test ton in England, breaking plenty of records. &nbsp;However, despite these three doing the bulk of the scoring, India got all out on 471. &nbsp;On the other hand, England lost both openers and veteran batter Joe Root on day two, but Ollie Pope completed his first hundred of the series just at the stroke of stumps to keep the hosts afloat.

IND vs ENG: 'Cheeky' Manjrekar lauds Bumrah, draws parallels with Kiwi veteran

Jasprit Bumrah stands out from the rest as the best Indian quick, and there is no doubt about it. As he continues to grow despite his injury scares, Bumrah reminds everyone of why he is the best of his time and perhaps of all time. His bowling prowess was on display on day two of the first Test between India and England at Headingley in Leeds, as he returned with three wickets, including removing world no. 1 Test batter Joe Root. Indian broadcaster Sanjay Manjrekar, known for his cheeky remarks, was loud and clear in lauding Bumrah for his heroics, even comparing him to Kiwi legend Sir Richard Hadlee. Also read | IND vs ENG: Ravi Shastri concerned over lack of support for Bumrah, says 'there's a big difference in...' Bumrah has a bowling average of just over 19 in Tests, which is not the lowest but among the best in this era of cricket. Although there’s only one current fast bowler who has a better bowling average than him (Scott Boland, who averages 17.66), Bumrah’s impact goes beyond these statistics. Even when compared to Hadlee, who has 431 wickets to his name and averages 22.29, Bumrah’s numbers are better. Meanwhile, speaking on Match Centre Live after day two play, Manjrekar lauded Bumrah’s impact, stressing what helps him stand out from the rest. "We've seen four hundreds in the match so far -- three from India and one from England -- but which bowler has been truly special? For me, it's just Bumrah," Manjrekar said on 'Match Centre Live' after Day 2's play. "Just the ability to manufacture a wicket every time he came into the attack is what stands out. The one bowler that comes to mind, someone with that kind of impact single-handedly, is Sir Richard Hadlee. He played for a New Zealand team with a relatively weaker attack, but every time he came on, you felt a wicket was around the corner. "The common thread between the two is mastery-- when I watched Hadlee from close quarters, he felt like a true master of his trade. I get that same impression with Bumrah," he added.

Indian broadcaster Sanjay Manjrekar, known for his cheeky remarks, was loud and clear in lauding Bumrah for his heroics, even comparing him to Kiwi legend Sir Richard Hadlee.

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: 'Cheeky' Indian commentator lauds Bumrah, draws parallels with Kiwi veteran

&nbsp;It was a disastrous start for England on Day 3 of the Headingley Test on Sunday (June 22) as set batter Ollie Pope was dismissed after adding only six runs to his overnight tally by Prasidh Krishna. Batting in the first session of Day 3, England got off to the worst possible start as they lost Pope on the 13th ball of the day. The wicket opened doors for India as England still trailed by a massive 246 runs at the fall of the fourth wicket.&nbsp;

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<h2>Krishna strikes an early blow to England</h2>Having scored his ninth Test hundred on Saturday evening, things were looking positive for Pope, who was under the line of fire before the start of the series. However, it was not a pleasant Sunday for him after a delivery that was going outside the off stump was nicked by Pope, handing an easy catch to Rishabh Pant. This reduced England to 225/4 with skipper Ben Stokes then coming to the centre while Harry Brook was still batting.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, the home side made a poor start after Zak Crawley was dismissed in the first over of the innings. However, Duckett and Pope laid the foundation of a comeback for the home side as they stitched a stand of 122 runs for the second wicket. Duckett was dismissed for 62 by Jasprit Bumrah while Pope completed his ninth Test ton, remaining unbeaten on 100 at Stumps. England had ended Day 2 at 209/3 with all three wickets bagged by Jasprit Bumrah who showcased his class. &nbsp;&nbsp;India were bowled out for 471 runs on Day 2, adding a mere 112 runs to their tally in the opening session. In a rare occasion, three Indian batters scored tons including Shubman Gill (147), Yashasvi Jaiswal (101) and Rishabh Pant (134) in the same innings. However, with little contribution from the tale, India failed to cross the 500-run mark.

It was a disastrous start for England on Day 3 of the Headingley Test on Sunday (June 22) as set batter Ollie Pope was dismissed after adding only six runs to his overnight tally by Prasidh Krishna.

It was a disastrous start for England on Day 3 of the Headingley Test on Sunday (June 22) as set batter Ollie Pope was dismissed after adding only six runs to his overnight tally by Prasidh Krishna. Batting in the first session of Day 3, England got off to the worst possible start as they lost Pope on the 13th ball of the day. The wicket opened doors for India as England still trailed by a massive 246 runs at the fall of the fourth wicket.

It was a disastrous start for England on Day 3 of the Headingley Test on Sunday (June 22) as set batter Ollie Pope was dismissed after adding only six runs to his overnight tally by Prasidh Krishna.

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Prasidh Krishna strikes early on Day 3 as England centurion Ollie Pope departs - Watch

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has opened up on the possibility of coaching Team India as made a shocking revelation on Sunday (June 22). Ganguly, the former President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), opened up on the ambitious opportunity to help Team India in a coaching capacity but does not see it happening anytime soon. The role is currently held by Gautam Gambhir who has endured a mixed tenure as coach in the last 11 months since taking over from Ganguly’s former teammate Rahul Dravid.<h2>Ganguly to coach Team India?</h2>"I got into different roles. After finishing, I became the president (CAB), then the board president (BCCI). I never got the time. But let's see what the future holds. I am just 50 and I am open to it. We will see where it goes," Ganguly said during an interview.&nbsp;Ever since retiring in 2008, Ganguly has not been in a coaching role having served as mentors for different Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises. He was the President of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) in his post-playing career before taking over as the President of BCCI.&nbsp;His tenure as the BCCI president came into the headlines when Virat Kohli was dropped as the captain of the side in ODI format. This came after Virat had voluntarily given up on T20I captaincy to focus on Test and ODI formats. Days later Virat also left the Test captaincy role, accusing Ganguly to have played a key role in the decision.&nbsp;Ganguly also praised Gautam Gambhir for the job he has done so far as the head coach of the Indian side. He also warned Gambhir about the outcome of the England series, which according to many will dictate his future as coach.&nbsp;"He is doing a good job. He started a little slow, losing to Australia and New Zealand. But he picked up with the Champions Trophy and this England series is going to be a big one for him," Ganguly said when asked about Gautam Gambhir’s role.

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has opened up on the possibility of coaching Team India as made a shocking revelation on Sunday (June 22). 

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has opened up on the possibility of coaching Team India as made a shocking revelation on Sunday (June 22). Ganguly, the former President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), opened up on the ambitious opportunity to help Team India in a coaching capacity but does not see it happening anytime soon. The role is currently held by Gautam Gambhir who has endured a mixed tenure as coach in the last 11 months since taking over from Ganguly’s former teammate Rahul Dravid. Ganguly to coach Team India? "I got into different roles. After finishing, I became the president (CAB), then the board president (BCCI). I never got the time. But let's see what the future holds. I am just 50 and I am open to it. We will see where it goes," Ganguly said during an interview. Ever since retiring in 2008, Ganguly has not been in a coaching role having served as mentors for different Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises. He was the President of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) in his post-playing career before taking over as the President of BCCI. His tenure as the BCCI president came into the headlines when Virat Kohli was dropped as the captain of the side in ODI format. This came after Virat had voluntarily given up on T20I captaincy to focus on Test and ODI formats. Days later Virat also left the Test captaincy role, accusing Ganguly to have played a key role in the decision. Ganguly also praised Gautam Gambhir for the job he has done so far as the head coach of the Indian side. He also warned Gambhir about the outcome of the England series, which according to many will dictate his future as coach. "He is doing a good job. He started a little slow, losing to Australia and New Zealand. But he picked up with the Champions Trophy and this England series is going to be a big one for him," Ganguly said when asked about Gautam Gambhir’s role.

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has opened up on the possibility of coaching Team India as made a shocking revelation on Sunday (June 22).&nbsp;

Sourav Ganguly to become future Team India coach? Here's what the former captain said

Canada secured their spot in the 2026 ICC Men’s <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/t20-world-cup">T20 World Cup</a> in India and Sri Lanka, after a commanding seven-wicket victory against the Bahamas in the Americas Regional final on Saturday (June 21, canadian local time). With this win, Canada became the latest team to qualify for the coveted tournament.&nbsp;&nbsp;The match was a one-sided affair, as the home side easily defeated the Bahamas at the Maple Leaf cricket ground in Ontario. &nbsp;A stellar bowling performance by Kaleem Sana and Shivam Sharma, saw Canada run riot as the pair bagged three wickets each. This will be the second time Canada will feature in the T20 World Cup, having made their debut in the 2024 edition.&nbsp;&nbsp;Batting first at the Maple Leaf cricket ground, Bahamas were bowled out for a mere 57 runs. In response, Canada had a cakewalk chase reaching the target in just 33 balls. Opening batter Dilpreet Bajwa’s explosive knock of an unbeaten 36 of 14 balls ensured Canada's qualification.&nbsp;Also Read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-ind-vs-eng-ravi-shastri-concerned-over-lack-of-support-for-bumrah-says-there-s-a-big-difference-in-1750566896003"> IND vs ENG: Ravi Shastri concerned over lack of support for Bumrah, says 'there's a big difference in...'</a>&nbsp;Canada’s performance throughout the tournament has been impressive. They came into the qualifiers as one of the favourites and lived up to the expectations. Their campaign began with a massive 110-run win over Bermuda, followed by a 59-run victory against the Cayman Islands. In their first encounter with the Bahamas, Canada won by 10 wickets, further establishing their dominance.&nbsp;The second round of matches saw Canada continue their strong form, as they defeated the Cayman Islands again, this time in a five-over-a-side match, by 42 runs. With five wins from as many matches, their qualification was never in doubt.&nbsp;The Canadians now join the list of ten other teams that have already secured their berth in the 2026 T20 World Cup, including heavyweights like Afghanistan, Australia, England, South Africa, West Indies, and New Zealand.&nbsp;The remaining spots will be filled through the Regional qualifiers, with teams from Europe, Africa, and Asia also in the hunt.&nbsp;Canada's qualification marks a significant achievement in their cricketing journey, and they will look to build on this success as they prepare for the T20 World Cup in 2026.

Canada secured their spot in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, after a commanding seven-wicket victory against the Bahamas in the Americas Regional final on Saturday (June 21, local time).

Canada secured their spot in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, after a commanding seven-wicket victory against the Bahamas in the Americas Regional final on Saturday (June 21, canadian local time). With this win, Canada became the latest team to qualify for the coveted tournament. The match was a one-sided affair, as the home side easily defeated the Bahamas at the Maple Leaf cricket ground in Ontario. A stellar bowling performance by Kaleem Sana and Shivam Sharma, saw Canada run riot as the pair bagged three wickets each. This will be the second time Canada will feature in the T20 World Cup, having made their debut in the 2024 edition. Batting first at the Maple Leaf cricket ground, Bahamas were bowled out for a mere 57 runs. In response, Canada had a cakewalk chase reaching the target in just 33 balls. Opening batter Dilpreet Bajwa’s explosive knock of an unbeaten 36 of 14 balls ensured Canada's qualification. Also Read | IND vs ENG: Ravi Shastri concerned over lack of support for Bumrah, says 'there's a big difference in...' Canada’s performance throughout the tournament has been impressive. They came into the qualifiers as one of the favourites and lived up to the expectations. Their campaign began with a massive 110-run win over Bermuda, followed by a 59-run victory against the Cayman Islands. In their first encounter with the Bahamas, Canada won by 10 wickets, further establishing their dominance. The second round of matches saw Canada continue their strong form, as they defeated the Cayman Islands again, this time in a five-over-a-side match, by 42 runs. With five wins from as many matches, their qualification was never in doubt. The Canadians now join the list of ten other teams that have already secured their berth in the 2026 T20 World Cup, including heavyweights like Afghanistan, Australia, England, South Africa, West Indies, and New Zealand. The remaining spots will be filled through the Regional qualifiers, with teams from Europe, Africa, and Asia also in the hunt. Canada's qualification marks a significant achievement in their cricketing journey, and they will look to build on this success as they prepare for the T20 World Cup in 2026.

Canada secured their spot in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, after a commanding seven-wicket victory against the Bahamas in the Americas Regional final on Saturday (June 21, local time).

Canada clinch back-to-back T20 World Cup berth, secure qualification for 2026 event with win over Bahamas

From Jasprit Bumrah to Ravindra Jadeja, check the five bowlers who troubled Joe Root the maximum in Test cricket.

From Jasprit Bumrah to Ravindra Jadeja, check the five bowlers who troubled Joe Root the maximum in Test cricket.

Meet 5 Bowlers who dismissed Joe Root most times in Test cricket – No, it’s not Bumrah

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has slammed the bowling department after they failed to provide sufficient support to Jasprit Bumrah on Day 2 of the Headingley Test. After a good batting display, Indian bowlers had a tough outing on Day 2 except Bumrah. According to Shastri, Bumrah lacked support when it was required the most, which led to him criticsing the bowling unit.&nbsp;<h2>Shastri concerned over lack of support for Bumrah</h2>"There's a big difference in levels. The concern is Bumrah and what his workload will be as the series progresses, because he is the one man who is expected to pick wickets every spell he bowls," Shastri said. "I just hope someone at the other end puts their hands up."&nbsp;Bumrah was the key asset for India on Day 2 as he scalped all three wickets of England including Zak Crawley in the first over. However, Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope laid the foundation of a comeback for the home side as they stitched a stand of 122 runs for the second wicket. Duckett was dismissed for 62 by Jasprit Bumrah while Pope completed his ninth Test ton, remaining unbeaten on 100 at Stumps. England ended Day 2 at 209/3 with all three wickets bagged by the Bumrah who showcased his class. &nbsp;&nbsp;The likes of Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj will now have to put in shifts if India are to gain a first innings lead. England still trail by a massive 262 runs in the first innings with Pope and Harry Brook in the middle.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, India started Day 2 at 359/3, India were bowled out for 471 runs, adding a mere 112 runs to their tally in the opening session. In a rare occasion, three Indian batters scored tons including Shubman Gill (147), Yashasvi Jaiswal (101) and Rishabh Pant (134) in the same innings. However, with little contribution from the tale, India failed to cross the 500-run mark.

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has slammed the bowling department after they failed to provide sufficient support to Jasprit Bumrah on Day 2 of the Headingley Test.

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has slammed the bowling department after they failed to provide sufficient support to Jasprit Bumrah on Day 2 of the Headingley Test. After a good batting display, Indian bowlers had a tough outing on Day 2 except Bumrah. According to Shastri, Bumrah lacked support when it was required the most, which led to him criticsing the bowling unit. Shastri concerned over lack of support for Bumrah "There's a big difference in levels. The concern is Bumrah and what his workload will be as the series progresses, because he is the one man who is expected to pick wickets every spell he bowls," Shastri said. "I just hope someone at the other end puts their hands up." Bumrah was the key asset for India on Day 2 as he scalped all three wickets of England including Zak Crawley in the first over. However, Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope laid the foundation of a comeback for the home side as they stitched a stand of 122 runs for the second wicket. Duckett was dismissed for 62 by Jasprit Bumrah while Pope completed his ninth Test ton, remaining unbeaten on 100 at Stumps. England ended Day 2 at 209/3 with all three wickets bagged by the Bumrah who showcased his class. The likes of Prasidh Krishna and Mohammed Siraj will now have to put in shifts if India are to gain a first innings lead. England still trail by a massive 262 runs in the first innings with Pope and Harry Brook in the middle. Earlier, India started Day 2 at 359/3, India were bowled out for 471 runs, adding a mere 112 runs to their tally in the opening session. In a rare occasion, three Indian batters scored tons including Shubman Gill (147), Yashasvi Jaiswal (101) and Rishabh Pant (134) in the same innings. However, with little contribution from the tale, India failed to cross the 500-run mark.

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has slammed the bowling department after they failed to provide sufficient support to Jasprit Bumrah on Day 2 of the Headingley Test.

IND vs ENG: Ravi Shastri concerned over lack of support for Bumrah, says 'there's a big difference in...'

The Day 2 of the Headingley Test saw England mount a fightback after the hosts reduced India to 471 in their first innings before ending the day at 209/3. As the game hangs in balance, it will be a crucial Day 3 for both India while England rely on key batters like Ollie Pope and Harry Brook. Still trailing by 262 runs, England will be aware of the threat of an Indian bowling attack led by Jasprit Bumrah who was praised by Ben Duckett for his lethal approach in a post-day presser on Saturday.&nbsp;<h2>Duckett hails Bumrah&nbsp;</h2>"He is the best bowler in the world," Duckett said. "He's extremely hard to face. He's good in any conditions; he's good in India on the flattest pitches ever and when he's coming in down the hill (at Headingley) with the lights on and it's swinging both ways.&nbsp;"I feel like we minimised the damage early on. It could have been a lot worse today… He is just a world-class bowler, and you can't let someone like him just bowl; he's too good for that. You've got to still try and put him under pressure, and try to put the bad balls away."&nbsp;Having started Day 2 at 359/3, India were bowled out for 471 runs, adding a mere 112 runs to their tally in the opening session. In a rare occasion, three Indian batters scored tons including Shubman Gill (147), Yashasvi Jaiswal (101) and Rishabh Pant (134) in the same innings. However, with little contribution from the tale, India failed to cross the 500-run mark.&nbsp;&nbsp;In reply, England made a poor start after Zak Crawley was dismissed in the first over of the innings. However, Duckett and Ollie Pope laid the foundation of a comeback for the home side as they stitched a stand of 122 runs for the second wicket. Duckett was dismissed for 62 by Jasprit Bumrah while Pope completed his ninth Test ton, remaining unbeaten on 100 at Stumps.&nbsp;&nbsp;England ended Day 2 at 209/3 with all three wickets bagged by the Bumrah who showcased his class. &nbsp;

The Day 2 of the Headingley Test saw England mount a fightback after the hosts reduced India to 471 in their first innings before ending the day at 209/3.

The Day 2 of the Headingley Test saw England mount a fightback after the hosts reduced India to 471 in their first innings before ending the day at 209/3. As the game hangs in balance, it will be a crucial Day 3 for both India while England rely on key batters like Ollie Pope and Harry Brook. Still trailing by 262 runs, England will be aware of the threat of an Indian bowling attack led by Jasprit Bumrah who was praised by Ben Duckett for his lethal approach in a post-day presser on Saturday. Duckett hails Bumrah "He is the best bowler in the world," Duckett said. "He's extremely hard to face. He's good in any conditions; he's good in India on the flattest pitches ever and when he's coming in down the hill (at Headingley) with the lights on and it's swinging both ways. "I feel like we minimised the damage early on. It could have been a lot worse today… He is just a world-class bowler, and you can't let someone like him just bowl; he's too good for that. You've got to still try and put him under pressure, and try to put the bad balls away." Having started Day 2 at 359/3, India were bowled out for 471 runs, adding a mere 112 runs to their tally in the opening session. In a rare occasion, three Indian batters scored tons including Shubman Gill (147), Yashasvi Jaiswal (101) and Rishabh Pant (134) in the same innings. However, with little contribution from the tale, India failed to cross the 500-run mark. In reply, England made a poor start after Zak Crawley was dismissed in the first over of the innings. However, Duckett and Ollie Pope laid the foundation of a comeback for the home side as they stitched a stand of 122 runs for the second wicket. Duckett was dismissed for 62 by Jasprit Bumrah while Pope completed his ninth Test ton, remaining unbeaten on 100 at Stumps. England ended Day 2 at 209/3 with all three wickets bagged by the Bumrah who showcased his class.

The Day 2 of the Headingley Test saw England mount a fightback after the hosts reduced India to 471 in their first innings before ending the day at 209/3.

IND vs ENG, 1st Test: Ben Duckett heaps praise on Jasprit Bumrah, says 'he is the best bowler in the world'

Russian Daniil Medvedev dispatched home favourite Alexander Zverev in three sets to reach his first final in 15 months at the ATP tournament in Halle on Saturday. The world number 11 came through 7-6 (7/3), 6-7 (1/7), 6-4 after an exceptional baseline battle lasting just under three hours.&nbsp;On Sunday, Medvedev will play in his first final on the tour since March 2024, against Kazakhstan's Alexander Bublik who rallied past Russian Karen Khachanov 4-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-4.&nbsp;"It's been a really long time since I've been to the final. I'm happy to be there, I beat an incredibly good player," said Medvedev courtside, still out of breath a few minutes after the match.&nbsp;"I am happy with my level, I played great," Medvedev said.&nbsp;"I could have done much better when I had the break in the second but it is normal. The same happened in the third set that when I had the break, he started playing better, returning better.&nbsp;"I am happy that in the third set I managed to stay more composed and managed to save those break points."&nbsp;It was the 20th clash between the two players of the same generation with Medvedev, 29, now leading 28-year-old Zverev 13-7.&nbsp;A finalist in Stuttgart last week Zverev had been hoping to go one better on the grass of Halle after being a losing finalist at the tournament in 2016 and 2017.&nbsp;But former world number one Medvedev once against proved a tough opponent for the second seed, having won 12 of their last 14 duels, the last in the semi-finals of the Australian Open at the end of January 2024.<h2>Bublik survives with 19 aces</h2>The 2021 US Open winner and two-time Wimbledon semi-finalist in 2023 and 2024, Medvedev squandered a break lead 2-0 and three early match points on Zverev's serve (6-5) in the second set.&nbsp;Zverev led the tie-break 6-0, then 7-1 to extend the match into a third set dominated by Medvedev, who broke 2-1 and held his service game 3-1, saving four break points.&nbsp;The third seed wrapped up the match with a forehand winner sending him through to his second final in Halle where he finished runner-up in 2022.&nbsp;"I would have much preferred to finish when I had match points in the second set, but I'm happy to have won. I hope in the other semi-final they'll run a little, because I'm tired," joked the Russian.&nbsp;For his 21st tour title, his first since his triumph on the clay courts of Rome in May 2023, Medvedev will challenge 2023 Halle winner Bublik, ranked 45, who claimed the scalp of world number one Jannik Sinner in the second round.&nbsp;Big-serving Bublik took just over two hours to get past 22nd-ranked Khachanov, firing 19 aces, and taking the tie on his fourth match point.&nbsp;The 28-year-old Kazakh is bidding for his fifth title after Montpellier in 2022 and 2024 and Antwerp and Halle in 2023.&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.

On Sunday, Daniil Medvedev will play in his first final on the tour since March 2024, against Kazakhstans Alexander Bublik who rallied past Russian Karen Khachanov 4-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-4.

Russian Daniil Medvedev dispatched home favourite Alexander Zverev in three sets to reach his first final in 15 months at the ATP tournament in Halle on Saturday. The world number 11 came through 7-6 (7/3), 6-7 (1/7), 6-4 after an exceptional baseline battle lasting just under three hours. On Sunday, Medvedev will play in his first final on the tour since March 2024, against Kazakhstan's Alexander Bublik who rallied past Russian Karen Khachanov 4-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-4. "It's been a really long time since I've been to the final. I'm happy to be there, I beat an incredibly good player," said Medvedev courtside, still out of breath a few minutes after the match. "I am happy with my level, I played great," Medvedev said. "I could have done much better when I had the break in the second but it is normal. The same happened in the third set that when I had the break, he started playing better, returning better. "I am happy that in the third set I managed to stay more composed and managed to save those break points." It was the 20th clash between the two players of the same generation with Medvedev, 29, now leading 28-year-old Zverev 13-7. A finalist in Stuttgart last week Zverev had been hoping to go one better on the grass of Halle after being a losing finalist at the tournament in 2016 and 2017. But former world number one Medvedev once against proved a tough opponent for the second seed, having won 12 of their last 14 duels, the last in the semi-finals of the Australian Open at the end of January 2024. Bublik survives with 19 aces The 2021 US Open winner and two-time Wimbledon semi-finalist in 2023 and 2024, Medvedev squandered a break lead 2-0 and three early match points on Zverev's serve (6-5) in the second set. Zverev led the tie-break 6-0, then 7-1 to extend the match into a third set dominated by Medvedev, who broke 2-1 and held his service game 3-1, saving four break points. The third seed wrapped up the match with a forehand winner sending him through to his second final in Halle where he finished runner-up in 2022. "I would have much preferred to finish when I had match points in the second set, but I'm happy to have won. I hope in the other semi-final they'll run a little, because I'm tired," joked the Russian. For his 21st tour title, his first since his triumph on the clay courts of Rome in May 2023, Medvedev will challenge 2023 Halle winner Bublik, ranked 45, who claimed the scalp of world number one Jannik Sinner in the second round. Big-serving Bublik took just over two hours to get past 22nd-ranked Khachanov, firing 19 aces, and taking the tie on his fourth match point. The 28-year-old Kazakh is bidding for his fifth title after Montpellier in 2022 and 2024 and Antwerp and Halle in 2023. 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.

On Sunday, Daniil Medvedev will play in his first final on the tour since March 2024, against Kazakhstan's Alexander Bublik who rallied past Russian Karen Khachanov 4-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-4.

Daniil Medvedev dispatches home hope Alexander Zverev to meet Bublik in Halle final

Inter Milan came from behind to beat Urawa Red Diamonds and knock the Japanese side out of the Club World Cup on Saturday, while Borussia Dortmund held off Mamelodi Sundowns to win a seven-goal thriller.&nbsp;Fluminense rallied in the second half to beat Ulsan 4-2 and knock out the South Korean side while Monterrey and River Plate ended goalless.&nbsp;At Lumen Field in Seattle, Ryoma Watanabe got an early opening goal for Urawa Reds, who were backed by a noisy contingent of their supporters.&nbsp;But captain Lautaro Martinez -- who got Inter's equaliser in their 1-1 draw with Monterrey of Mexico in their opening game -- repeated the trick to level matters with a clever overhead kick 12 minutes from time.&nbsp;Valentin Carboni was then the unlikely hero as he grabbed the winner two minutes into injury time.&nbsp;The 20-year-old Argentine had not played a competitive game since early October after suffering a serious knee injury while on loan at Marseille.&nbsp;Carboni had not made an appearance for Inter in over two years, but he was on to hand to sidefoot home when the ball fell to him in the area.&nbsp;"Our opponents play with their hearts and to counter that as a team we need to play with more pride, be humble and know how to suffer," Martinez told broadcaster DAZN.&nbsp;The result left some Urawa fans in tears and Inter level on four points with River Plate with the two teams meeting next.&nbsp;River Plate were let down by their finishing in a scrappy, foul-ridden encounter with Mexico's Monterrey, who sit on two points.&nbsp;Esteban Andrada, Monterrey's Argentine keeper, made a series of saves while River's forwards were unable to put away the few chances that came their way.&nbsp;Monterrey could still make it into the last 16 if they beat Urawa and River or Inter win their game.- Bellingham strikes - Earlier Jobe Bellingham got his first goal for Dortmund as his new club overcame stifling heat in Cincinnati to beat Sundowns 4-3 and move to four points from two matches in Group F.&nbsp;The South African champions had taken a surprise early lead through a fine solo goal from Lucas Ribeiro.&nbsp;However, Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams handed Dortmund their equaliser on a plate, passing the ball straight to Felix Nmecha, who stroked home.&nbsp;Serhou Guirassy gave Dortmund the lead with his 35th goal since the beginning of the season.&nbsp;English midfielder Bellingham, who this month followed older brother Jude's footsteps in joining the German side from Sunderland, started for the first time for Dortmund and made it 3-1 just before the break.&nbsp;Khuliso Mudau's own goal made it 4-1 before the hour mark, but Sundowns salvaged some pride by reducing the deficit through Iqraam Rayners and Lebo Mothiba.&nbsp;"I'm sweating like I've just come out of a sauna," said Dortmund coach Niko Kovac when asked about the conditions in a game which started at midday local time.&nbsp;"It was tough going for both teams, but the opposition are used to it. We certainly didn't give our best performance, but that wasn't possible today."&nbsp;Sundowns will still go into their final game in Group F with a chance of qualifying for the last 16.&nbsp;"The boys made a wonderful performance... it was a hell of a match. I'm not happy but very proud," said their Portuguese coach, Miguel Cardoso.&nbsp;South Korea's Ulsan gave Fluminense a real scare in their Group F clash at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, leading 2-1 until the 66th minute before the Brazilians ran out 4-2 winners, eliminating the K-League champions in the process.&nbsp;Colombian striker Jhon Arias put Fluminense ahead with a 27th minute free-kick but goals from Lee Jin-hyun and Um Won-sang gave Ulsan the advantage at the break.&nbsp;Nonata levelled for the Brazilians in the 66th minute before Juan Freytes put Fluminense ahead in the 83rd minute, slotting home after a scramble in the box.&nbsp;Keno added a fourth in stoppage time to leave Fluminense on top of the group, level on 4 points with Borussia Dortmund ahead of their final game against South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns in Miami on Wednesday.&nbsp;A win or draw for the Rio club in their final group game will ensure their passage into the last 16.&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.

Inter Milan came from behind to beat Urawa Red Diamonds and knock the Japanese side out of the Club World Cup on Saturday, while Borussia Dortmund held off Mamelodi Sundowns to win a seven-goal thriller.

Inter Milan came from behind to beat Urawa Red Diamonds and knock the Japanese side out of the Club World Cup on Saturday, while Borussia Dortmund held off Mamelodi Sundowns to win a seven-goal thriller. Fluminense rallied in the second half to beat Ulsan 4-2 and knock out the South Korean side while Monterrey and River Plate ended goalless. At Lumen Field in Seattle, Ryoma Watanabe got an early opening goal for Urawa Reds, who were backed by a noisy contingent of their supporters. But captain Lautaro Martinez -- who got Inter's equaliser in their 1-1 draw with Monterrey of Mexico in their opening game -- repeated the trick to level matters with a clever overhead kick 12 minutes from time. Valentin Carboni was then the unlikely hero as he grabbed the winner two minutes into injury time. The 20-year-old Argentine had not played a competitive game since early October after suffering a serious knee injury while on loan at Marseille. Carboni had not made an appearance for Inter in over two years, but he was on to hand to sidefoot home when the ball fell to him in the area. "Our opponents play with their hearts and to counter that as a team we need to play with more pride, be humble and know how to suffer," Martinez told broadcaster DAZN. The result left some Urawa fans in tears and Inter level on four points with River Plate with the two teams meeting next. River Plate were let down by their finishing in a scrappy, foul-ridden encounter with Mexico's Monterrey, who sit on two points. Esteban Andrada, Monterrey's Argentine keeper, made a series of saves while River's forwards were unable to put away the few chances that came their way. Monterrey could still make it into the last 16 if they beat Urawa and River or Inter win their game. - Bellingham strikes - Earlier Jobe Bellingham got his first goal for Dortmund as his new club overcame stifling heat in Cincinnati to beat Sundowns 4-3 and move to four points from two matches in Group F. The South African champions had taken a surprise early lead through a fine solo goal from Lucas Ribeiro. However, Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams handed Dortmund their equaliser on a plate, passing the ball straight to Felix Nmecha, who stroked home. Serhou Guirassy gave Dortmund the lead with his 35th goal since the beginning of the season. English midfielder Bellingham, who this month followed older brother Jude's footsteps in joining the German side from Sunderland, started for the first time for Dortmund and made it 3-1 just before the break. Khuliso Mudau's own goal made it 4-1 before the hour mark, but Sundowns salvaged some pride by reducing the deficit through Iqraam Rayners and Lebo Mothiba. "I'm sweating like I've just come out of a sauna," said Dortmund coach Niko Kovac when asked about the conditions in a game which started at midday local time. "It was tough going for both teams, but the opposition are used to it. We certainly didn't give our best performance, but that wasn't possible today." Sundowns will still go into their final game in Group F with a chance of qualifying for the last 16. "The boys made a wonderful performance... it was a hell of a match. I'm not happy but very proud," said their Portuguese coach, Miguel Cardoso. South Korea's Ulsan gave Fluminense a real scare in their Group F clash at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, leading 2-1 until the 66th minute before the Brazilians ran out 4-2 winners, eliminating the K-League champions in the process. Colombian striker Jhon Arias put Fluminense ahead with a 27th minute free-kick but goals from Lee Jin-hyun and Um Won-sang gave Ulsan the advantage at the break. Nonata levelled for the Brazilians in the 66th minute before Juan Freytes put Fluminense ahead in the 83rd minute, slotting home after a scramble in the box. Keno added a fourth in stoppage time to leave Fluminense on top of the group, level on 4 points with Borussia Dortmund ahead of their final game against South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns in Miami on Wednesday. A win or draw for the Rio club in their final group game will ensure their passage into the last 16. 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.

Inter Milan came from behind to beat Urawa Red Diamonds and knock the Japanese side out of the Club World Cup on Saturday, while Borussia Dortmund held off Mamelodi Sundowns to win a seven-goal thriller.

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