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Jos Buttler press conference: On whitewashing India, century and more

India suffered a significant 0-4 T20I series defeat against England. Former player Mohammed Kaif expressed strong criticism of team management's decisions. He questioned the handling of young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sanju Samson. England's dominant performance saw them replace India as the top T20I side. The teams now prepare for an upcoming ODI series.

England booked their place in the last four in Miami, with Bellingham scoring both goals. While the players celebrated on the pitch, Tuchel made it clear in his post-match interview that he was not satisfied with the overall display.

Lhuan-dre Pretorius, a young South African cricketer, has declared his strong preference for Test cricket. He has achieved significant success in various franchise leagues globally. Pretorius aims for a long and distinguished Test career for his nation. His Test debut saw him become South Africa's youngest centurion. He hopes to score ten thousand Test runs in his career.

Abhishek Sharma achieved a unique T20I record during India's fifth match. He played his fifty-third T20I without appearing in Tests or ODIs. England secured a dominant series victory by winning the final match. Jos Buttler's exceptional century powered England's high score. India's bowlers and fielders struggled throughout the disappointing encounter.

Indian cricket board may need new support staff after England tour concludes. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate and fast bowling coach Morne Morkel are considering leaving. VVS Laxman will lead a separate coaching team for the Zimbabwe series. Fielding coach T Dilip is also under scrutiny due to team performance. The board is discussing options to resolve these potential staff departures.

Fast bowler Prince Yadav has replaced Harshit Rana in India's squad for the ODI series against England. Harshit has been ruled out with a hamstring injury.

Shreyas Iyer's T20I captaincy faces scrutiny after recent series defeats. Former player Abhishek Nayar urges patience, emphasizing captaincy development time. He believes Iyer needs freedom to build his own team effectively. Nayar suggests judging Iyer's leadership after he shapes the squad. Patience is advised as India enters a new T20 cricket phase.

India's national record holder Tejas Nandakumar has been ruled out of the 2026 Commonwealth Games despite qualifying, after his para sport classification failed to meet eligibility requirements. Speaking exclusively to TimesofIndia.com, the 20-year-old reveals how administrative delays, despite months of international travel and personal expense, shattered his Glasgow dream, while urging systemic reforms to prevent similar heartbreak for future para athletes.

Lionel Messi had a tense moment with the referee during Argentina's quarterfinal match. Argentina secured a dramatic extra-time victory against Switzerland to advance. Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring early for Argentina with a header. Switzerland equalized after the break, but Breel Embolo received a red card. Julin lvarez and Lautaro Martnez scored in extra time to seal the win.

Lionel Messi provided a crucial assist for Argentina's opening goal against Switzerland. The defending champions secured a 3-1 extra-time victory in their quarterfinal match. Messi's nine-game scoring streak ended, but his influence remained evident. Argentina now advances to face England in the semifinals of the tournament. Coach Scaloni praised Messi's consistent performance and dedication to excellence.

Erling Haaland's World Cup debut ended with Norway's quarterfinal loss to England. He scored seven goals, establishing himself as a top tournament scorer. Haaland described the experience as unforgettable and the coolest six weeks of his life. He believes Norway's performance has put the nation on the football map. The striker is now looking forward to a well-deserved break.

San Francisco Unicorns secured top spot and a semifinal place with a thrilling chase. Hassan Khan's powerful hitting sealed the victory for the Unicorns against Seattle Orcas. Seattle's bowlers missed Ottneil Baartman as they struggled to defend their total. Matthew Breetzke led Seattle's recovery with a strong batting performance. The Unicorns will now join three other teams in the playoffs.

Norway's coach Stale Solbakken believes the ball hit an overhead camera cable before Jude Bellingham's goal. He stated the referee did not see the incident and received no official notification. FIFA later claimed no evidence showed the ball touching the wire and altering its trajectory. Despite the controversy, Solbakken praised his players' tournament performance and accepted the outcome.

Shreyas Iyer reflects on India's defeat, selection calls & the way forward

Ben Dwarshuis's explosive batting secured Washington Freedom a thrilling three-wicket win. This victory kept Washington Freedom firmly in the playoff race contention. Texas Super Kings were eliminated from the tournament after this crucial loss. Earlier, Faf du Plessis led Texas Super Kings to a competitive total. Washington Freedom's chase saw a dramatic collapse before Dwarshuis's heroics.

Kranti Gaud on dream five-wicket haul & honours board moment

Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham achieved a historic World Cup scoring milestone for England. Bellingham scored twice in the quarterfinal victory, securing a semifinal berth for the team. Their combined six goals each set a new tournament benchmark for teammates from one nation. England defeated Norway in extra time, ending Haaland's scoring streak. The Three Lions now face Argentina in their quest for a World Cup final.

Defending champions Argentina secured a 3-1 victory over Switzerland after extra time. Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring for Argentina in the tenth minute. Switzerland equalized in the second half, but a red card changed the match dynamics. Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time to seal the win. Argentina will now face England in the semifinals on Wednesday.

Shreyas Iyer's captaincy saw another loss as England secured a dominant series victory. England posted a massive 257 runs, powered by Buttler and Brook's record partnership. India's bowlers struggled significantly throughout the entire innings. Chasing a large target, India's batting showed some fight but fell short. This defeat ended India's long reign at the top of T20I rankings.

Alfie Haaland appeared to question the officiating after Norway's dramatic World Cup quarter-final defeat to England, posting a pointed five-word message on social media. His reaction came after a match dominated by controversial VAR decisions, including Jude Bellingham's debated equaliser, which FIFA later confirmed was correctly awarded using connected ball technology, before also criticising Norway's attacking decision-making.

Jos Buttler became the wicketkeeper with the most international sixes, surpassing MS Dhoni. He achieved this milestone during his impressive 131-run innings against India. Buttler's sensational knock helped England secure a dominant series victory over their opponents. The England batter's record-breaking performance highlighted his destructive batting capabilities. This achievement adds another significant record to Buttler's illustrious career.

England secured a commanding 56-run victory in the final T20I match. Harry Brook and Jos Buttler's partnership proved decisive for the hosts. India's fielding lapses provided crucial lifelines to the English batsmen. This defeat resulted in India losing their top T20I ranking. England completed a dominant 4-0 series sweep over India.

Inside Team India practice: Kohli's long chat with Gill steals the show at Edgbaston

Lionel Messi achieved a historic FIFA World Cup milestone on Saturday. He became the first player with ten assists in the tournament's history. This remarkable feat occurred during Argentina's quarterfinal match against Switzerland. Messi's assist moved him past Diego Maradona on the all-time charts. Argentina continues its pursuit of a fourth World Cup title.

FIFA has cleared up the controversy surrounding Jude Bellinghams equaliser in Englands dramatic World Cup 2026 win over Norway, confirming connected ball technology found no evidence the ball struck an overhead camera cable. The ruling explains why the goal stood, despite footage sparking debate and frustration from Norway. England ultimately advanced to the semi-finals after a 2-1 extra-time victory.

Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul were the batters involved in the session, while Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav and Gurnoor Brar led the bowling group. India also used the services of local net bowlers, including two spinners and a fast bowler, to replicate different match scenarios.

In a historic moment for English football, Jude Bellingham showcased his talents by netting four goals in the knockout stage of the World Cup, reminiscent of Diego Maradona's brilliance in 1986. His crucial late equalizer and standout extra-time winner against Norway propelled England to the semifinals, where they will now face Spain. It's a remarkable comeback for England, marking their first semifinal since 1990.

Jminton Campaz has reportedly not returned to Colombia following the national team's FIFA World Cup exit after allegedly receiving death threats in the wake of their defeat to Switzerland. The Colombian Football Federation has condemned the abuse and called for a criminal investigation, while the forward appealed for respect after enduring intense online harassment following the heartbreaking elimination.

England completed a 4-0 T20I series sweep over India with a 56-run win in Southampton. Jos Buttler smashed a career-best 131, while Harry Brook's unbeaten 95 helped England post 257/3 with a record 233-run stand. India replied with 201/8 despite half-centuries from Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, ending a disappointing tour on a losing note.

India secured a significant first-innings lead after bowling England out for 170. Kranti Gaud delivered a career-defining spell, taking six wickets for the visitors. Smriti Mandhana then anchored India's second innings with an unbeaten 69. Shafali Verma provided solid support, adding 88 runs for the opening wicket. India holds a commanding 269-run advantage heading into the final day.

Linda Noskova won her first Grand Slam title, beating fellow Czech Karolina Muchova 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 in the Wimbledon final. The 21-year-old recovered after squandering five match points in the second set to seal victory on her sixth chance. The triumph makes her the youngest Wimbledon champion since Petra Kvitova in 2011 and lifts her to a career-high No. 7.

England captain Harry Brook achieved a significant milestone in the final T20I. He became the first English batter to surpass two hundred runs in a home bilateral series. Brook also set a new record for the most runs against India in a bilateral T20I series. His performance eclipsed Nicholas Pooran's previous record of one hundred eighty-four runs. This series cemented Brook's dominance against the Indian team.

India dropped teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for Sanju Samson in the fifth T20I against England, while Suryansh Shedge replaced Washington Sundar. Explaining the changes, captain Shreyas Iyer said the team wanted to ry what's the best going forward for us as a team and urged players to give hundred percent effort, irrespective of the result. England then piled up 257/3, powered by Jos Buttler's 131 and Harry Brook's unbeaten 95.

EXCLUSIVE: Inside India nets featuring Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

Ahead of the fifth T20I in Southampton, England players played a game of rondo football after India's arrival was delayed due to traffic. The delay pushed the toss to 7:15 PM IST and the start to 7:30 PM IST. Once India reached the venue, Shreyas Iyer and Suryansh Shedge began warm-ups as England chased a 4-0 series win.

Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja criticised the PCB for removing Shan Masood as Test captain and reinstating Babar Azam. Defending Shan, Raja said the skipper was unfairly blamed despite having an ordinary squad, adding, If the standard of the Test squad is not good, how is the captain only responsible for this. Pakistan next tour the West Indies and England.

India captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bowl first against England. The team made two changes to their playing eleven for the final match. England captain Harry Brook aims for the world number one ranking with a victory. Adil Rashid is making his 150th T20I appearance for the English side. Both teams seek to finish the series strongly with their best efforts.

The toss for the fifth T20I between India and England at Southampton was delayed after the Indian team got stuck in traffic while travelling to the Rose Bowl. Live visuals later showed the team arriving at the venue. The toss was rescheduled for 7:15 PM IST, with the match set to begin at 7:30 PM IST, barring further delays.

Exclusive visuals of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharmas arrival for first practice session

India opened their medal account at the Archery World Cup Stage 4 with silver after Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Prithika Pradeep and Chikitha Taniparthi lost 228-232 to Colombia in the women's compound team final. Teenager Prithika impressed, while Colombia's Alejandra Usquiano starred. India remain in contention for more medals through Prithika and recurve archer Kirti Sharma.

Norway fans transform Miami Beach into a vibrant celebration before their World Cup quarter-final match. The Viking Row tradition has become a viral sensation, drawing local and tourist participation. Star striker Erling Haaland leads Norway's potent attack, which also features other talented players. England enters the game with confidence after a dramatic victory in their previous match. Both teams will contend with Miami's heat and humidity in this historic fixture.

Fresh from winning the FIH Nations Cup and earning promotion to the Pro League, the Indian women's hockey team is focused on the World Cup. Captain Salima Tete credited improved leadership, communication and fitness for the team's progress, while forward Sunelita Toppo highlighted better infrastructure and senior support. Both believe India is now better prepared to challenge the world's best.

India's Sarvesh Kushare finished third in the men's high jump on his Diamond League debut at the Monaco meet, clearing 2.26m. He became the first Indian to secure a top-three finish on a Diamond League debut and only the fourth Indian to achieve the feat overall. The podium finish continues his impressive season ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni rejects FIFA favouritism allegations. He states these claims provide extra motivation for his players. Scaloni mentioned such accusations have followed Argentina for decades. He believes VAR technology makes manipulation extremely difficult. The team prepares for their quarter-final match against Switzerland.

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