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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set a new Duleep Trophy record as the youngest batter to score a half-century. He achieved this milestone at fifteen years and 175 days old during the semi-final match. Sooryavanshi narrowly missed a century, finishing with an impressive ninety-two runs off eighty-one balls. He also briefly captained East Zone after Ishan Kishan's injury. Central Zone was bowled out for 266 earlier in the day.

Stuart Broad raised eyebrows over Imam-ul-Haq's calf injury during the match, implying the Pakistani batter could be theatrical about his situation. Following a calf strain, Imam was unable to participate in the Lord's Test, while Pakistan faced another batting debacle, leading to a decisive loss. England triumphed, establishing a two-nil advantage in the series.

Praggnanandhaa has completed a remarkable comeback after his disappointing 2026 Candidates campaign, winning the Grand Chess Tour Finals in St Louis by beating Fabiano Caruana 15-13. He became the first Indian to win the title. Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand praised his resilience and said, I think at the moment, I would say he's the number one player in the world.

The ICC has removed Sri Lankas hosting rights for the inaugural Womens Champions Trophy in 2027 over government interference in Sri Lanka Cricket. The tournament will be moved elsewhere, with the venue yet to be decided. Sri Lanka could also miss out as hosts because they are ranked sixth. The ICC wants SLC to return to an elected administration.

Ballyspallen were forced to concede their Northern Ireland cricket match against Eglinton after a broken printer prevented officials from producing a required Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) sheet following rain. Eglinton had scored 159, while Ballyspallen were 19-0 when play stopped. League rules require the home side to concede if the DLS sheet cannot be provided to teams and umpires.

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Deepti Sharma has made history by becoming the leading wicket-taker in Women's T20I cricket, demonstrating her exceptional skills with a remarkable three wickets for no runs in a thrilling match against Thailand in Dubai. With Shafali Vermas explosive 64 earlier contributing to a solid foundation, India celebrated a resounding 94-run victory, setting an exciting tone for their Asia Cup campaign.

India kicked off their Women's T20 Asia Cup with an impressive 94-run triumph against Thailand. Shafali Verma ignited the innings with her electrifying batting, laying a robust foundation for the team. The bowlers showcased their prowess, limiting Thailand to a modest score. Highlighting the match, Deepti Sharma reached a remarkable milestone, claiming the title of leading wicket-taker in women's T20I history, ensuring a triumphant start to the tournament for India.

England celebrated a spectacular 194-run victory over Pakistan at Lord's, clinching a commanding 2-0 lead in the three-match Test series. Despite their efforts, Pakistan's batsmen faltered, unable to surpass the 200-run mark. Ollie Robinson shone brightly, claiming eight wickets in a remarkable bowling display. This series victory represents England's first Test win since December 2024, boosting their confidence moving forward.

In a remarkable feat during the Womens Asia Cup match, Smriti Mandhana surpassed Suzie Bates to become the second-highest run-scorer in women's international cricket history, amassing an impressive total of 10,756 runs. Her exceptional performance supported India's 159-run total against Thailand, leading to a victorious start for the team in the tournament.

Ollie Robinson has reached a remarkable milestone in Test cricket, now boasting the best bowling average for bowlers who have played at least twenty Tests. This noteworthy achievement occurred during England's second Test against Pakistan at Lord's, where Robinson's crucial four-wicket spell effectively crushed Pakistan's resistance and solidified England's dominance in the fourth innings.

Pratika Rawal made a strong impression on her T20I debut for India against Thailand in the Women's Asia Cup. Scoring twenty-two runs off just eighteen balls, she showcased her potential. This opportunity comes after her remarkable journey in ODIs, where she achieved the milestone of one thousand runs in a record-breaking twenty-three innings.

Deepti Sharma has officially marked her 150th T20I cap, placing her among the distinguished Indian cricketers like Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana. As the twelfth woman in the world to hit this remarkable milestone, Sharma continues to be an essential all-rounder for India, making significant contributions with both bat and ball. Furthermore, she showcases notable performance records in the Women's Asia Cup.

Babar Azam's quest for a Test century continues as he remains without a hundred since December 2022. Over the course of seventeen Tests and thirty-six innings, he has frequently come close with several fifties but has yet to convert those into three-figure scores. His challenges surged notably in 2024, despite a temporary revival in South Africa.

The deceased has been identified as Vuke Shirisha, who was working as a nurse at Prime Care Hospital in Thukkuguda and was residing in the residential rooms of the hospital along with her friends, according to Shamshabad Police.

Chelsea have successfully acquired Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa ahead of the transfer deadline. The World Cup champion has penned a three-year deal with the London side. Martinez, known for his vital contributions to Argentina's Copa America and World Cup victories, is eager to bring his invaluable experience and winning mindset to help Chelsea secure major trophies.

The US Open presents a critical moment for Aryna Sabalenka as she defends her world number one title amidst a recent performance slump. Targeting her third consecutive championship, Sabalenka must rising pressures to stay ahead of potential challengers like Elena Rybakina. Her quest for victory will hinge on her consistency and mental strength in tough situations.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, at just 15, stepped into captaincy for East Zone during the Duleep Trophy semifinal after regular captain Ishan Kishan had to withdraw due to injury. His decisive action to challenge a caught behind appeal was a testament to his poise and growing prowess as a leader. East Zone's bowlers effectively maintained pressure throughout the match's initial session.

FULL SPEECH | RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat delivered a strong message on Hinduism, unity and religious coexistence during the One World One Humanity event in New York. Speaking about Indias traditional philosophy, Bhagwat said that humanity is united and that different religious paths can lead to the same goal. He made a pointed remark that if a Hindu believes there should be no Muslims in Bharat, he will not remain Hindu. Bhagwat also stressed the dignity and equality of every human being, while cal

Iran is likely to seek a Russian technology to counter Starlink terminals inside the country. Russia has reportedly begun mass production of the Volna Kupol Garant, a new electronic-warfare system designed to disrupt Starlink signals in targeted areas. Starlink has become a crucial communications technology in modern warfare, making satellite connectivity an increasingly important strategic target. If Tehran were to obtain Russian electronic-warfare systems capable of disrupting Starlink signals