The Times of India

Bangar, the daughter of former India cricketer and ex-batting coach Sanjay Bangar, played age-group mens cricket for Mumbai before beginning her gender transition in 2022. She underwent gender-affirming surgery in March 2026.

Pakistan's cricket team has reached a new low in their batting performance during the ongoing Test series against England. Their total runs have not only been disappointing but even fell short of Shubman Gill's impressive solo efforts last year. Despite trying various combinations, the team faced yet another collapse in the third Test match, with England's bowlers executing a masterclass, leaving Pakistan with minimal scores.

Masked protesters wrongly gathered outside a Portsmouth hotel expecting asylum seekers. They later learned the hotel housed Pakistan's Under-19 cricket team members. A local councillor clarified the misunderstanding, and the protesters departed quickly. This incident occurred amid rising tensions following asylum seeker arrivals in the city. The England and Wales Cricket Board is reviewing security for the visiting team.

Brazil's new coach Carlo Ancelotti has named a 26-player squad for upcoming matches. The team will face Australia twice in September and then India. This selection marks a significant reshaping of the national team after their World Cup exit. Ancelotti is looking to integrate young talent for future tournaments. Brazil aims to rebuild its strength and challenge for the next World Cup.

As Afghanistan prepare to face India in a three-match T20I series, starting Sunday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, star all-rounder Rashid Khan opened up about the challenges he faced as a child in the war-torn country and how those experiences helped shape his mindset.

Viswanathan Anand endured another frustrating day at the Global Chess League on Tuesday, suffering two defeats, including a dramatic loss on time to Javokhir Sindarov despite having winning chances. Anand called the game a comedy of errors after declining a draw offer. World Championship challenger Sindarov, however, called Anand world-class, showering praise on the legends enduring quality at 56.

England have already sealed the series after an innings-and-103-run win at Headingley and a 194-run victory at Lord's.

Pakistan's poor performances have attracted criticism, but the Pakistan Cricket Board's major changes after the second Test have also shocked the cricket world. The PCB sent seven players from the squad back home and sacked head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and his staff after the second Test. Wasim Akram said he feels for the players, but believes their attitude is also part of the problem.

A childhood accident cost Dilip Gavit his right arm, but it could not take away his ambition. From a tribal hamlet in Nashik to a Commonwealth Games record in Glasgow, the 23-year-old's journey has been shaped by resilience, a life-changing coach and an unlikely switch from the 400m to the 100m. The 23-year-old now aims for glory at the Asian Games.