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Virat Kohli & Gautam Gambhir Avoid Each Other During Practice Session Ahead Of 1st ODI Against England

Star Indian player Virat Kohli and Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir reportedly were not seen interacting during the team's training session at Edgbaston before the England ODI series. According to reports, Gambhir spoke with Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill and KL Rahul, while Kohli focused on batting practice before separately meeting batting coach Sitanshu Kotak.

IBTimes 14 Jul 2026 2:51 pm

Can We Talk?: Inside Details Of Cheating Scandal Involving Australia's Ashleigh Gardner

Australia vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner's controversy involving her estranged wife, Monica Wright, has become one of the biggest talking points in cricket circles.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 1:46 pm

India vs England LIVE Score, IND vs ENG 1st ODI: History Awaits Virat Kohli In Birmingham

India vs England 1st ODI LIVE Score, IND vs ENG Match Scorecard LIVE Updates: India will be taking on England in the first ODI of the three-match series on Tuesday in Birmingham.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 1:31 pm

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma In Race To Shatter All-Time Record In England ODIs

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are aiming to surpass Rahul Dravid as India's top run-scorer against England in ODIs during the upcoming series.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 1:08 pm

Japan Open: Sindhu sails into second round; Dhruv-Tanisha too progress

World No. 10 Sindhu, a 2019 world champion, produced a compact performance to notch up a 21-14 21-11 win over Wong, ranked world No 37, in the opening round

The Hindu 14 Jul 2026 12:59 pm

England Forced To Change Strategy As Rohit Sharma Returns To Team: Ex-India Coach

With India welcoming back several senior players after the T20I leg of the tour, Abhishek Nayar opined that Rohit's experience and proven success against short-pitch bowling would make an immediate impact.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 12:32 pm

Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir avoid interaction ahead of India vs England 1st ODI

Head coach Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli were not seen interacting during India's training. Gambhir spent considerable time with other squad members and coaching staff. Kohli engaged in a lengthy batting session and spoke with batting coach Sitanshu Kotak. Captain Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma also had discussions with the head coach.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 12:26 pm

Team India's Incredible Gesture For Retiring England Duo After Historic Lord's Test Win

The Indian women's cricket team paid a heartfelt tribute to England greats Heather Knight and Tammy Beaumont after the duo brought the curtain down on their illustrious international careers.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 12:22 pm

France, England, Spain or Argentina? How a $5.3 billion betting market is calling ?

With four footballing heavyweights remaining, one of the biggest questions among fans is simple: Who is most likely to lift the trophy? Two of the largest prediction platforms, Polymarket and Kalshi, have attracted enormous interest throughout the tournament, with a combined betting volume of more than $5.3 billion across various FIFA World Cup markets. Around $4.2 billion has been wagered on Polymarket and $1.1 billion on Kalshi across predictions ranging from tournament winner and Golden Boot to Golden Ball, Best Young Player, Golden Glove and Fair Play awards.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 12:12 pm

Who Is Ismail Ismail Elfath? The Referee Chosen For Argentina vs England World Cup Semifinal

American referee Ismail Elfath has been chosen as the primary referee for the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal between Argentina and England.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 12:04 pm

Coach Amol Muzumdar Reveals What Worked For India In Historic Lord's Test Win

Kranti Gaud's seven-wicket match haul and Yastika Bhatia's hundred played a big role in India's historic 270-run win over England in what was the first ever women's Test played on the hallowed turf of Lord's.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 12:03 pm

After Historic Lord's Win, Ex-India Captain Urges More Women's Test Matches

The Indian women's team produced one of the finest victories in its history as Yastika Bhatia struck a memorable century at the 'home of cricket', while Kranti Gaud claimed a five-wicket haul to enter the Lord's honours board.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 11:54 am

France, Spain Players To Observe Minute Of Silence During FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinal Clash. Here's Why

Marking a decade since the 2016 Nice terror attack, French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the France-Spain FIFA World Cup match will begin with a minute of silence in memory of the victims.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 11:51 am

Senegal Claims FIFA World Cup Team Doctor 'Trained As A Gynaecologist', Medical Body Reacts

The claims were swiftly rejected by the Senegalese Association of Sports Medicine, which described the allegations as unfounded and defamatory in a statement issued later on Monday.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 11:29 am

'This moment belongs to my father': Yash Thakur on maiden India call-up

From dedicating his maiden India call-up to his late father to reuniting with bowling coach Morne Morkel, Yash Thakur reflects on the journey behind his biggest career milestone. In an exclusive interview with TimesofIndia. com, the Punjab Kings pacer opens up about Shreyas Iyer's faith in his bowlers, the winning mindset instilled by Ricky Ponting, and why pressure situations bring out the best in him.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 11:09 am

Gautam Gambhir Finds Support But Blamed For Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 'Mistake' By Ex-Chief Selector

Former BCCI chief selector MSK Prasad said that not including Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the Ireland series was a mistake.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 11:08 am

Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir are not TALKING | India vs England

Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir are not TALKING | India vs England

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 11:04 am

The Story Behind Erling Haaland Carrying 'Raccoon' All The Way Home From FIFA World Cup 2026

Erling Haaland returned to Norway from the 2026 World Cup carrying a $750 taxidermied raccoon holding a whisky bottle, purchased at a Texas store during the tournament.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 11:02 am

1st ODI: India Sharpen Fielding With Intense Drills Ahead Of England Challenge

Adrian Le Roux: India's preparations for the opening ODI against England gathered pace on Tuesday as the visitors put fielding at the centre of their training session at Edgbaston, with head coach Gautam Gambhir closely monitoring the proceedings ahead of the three-match series. The session, overseen by strength and conditioning coach Adrian Le Roux and fielding coach T. Dilip, featured a series of high-intensity drills aimed at improving agility, catching and ground fielding in English conditions. The players began with a warm-up routine that included a football exercise, with captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Arshdeep Singh, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Prince Yadav, and others passing the ball in small groups as they moved across the ground. The activity was followed by dedicated fielding drills, with Dilip splitting the squad into two groups to maximise catching practice and ensure every player remained actively involved. Addressing the players during the session, Dilip stressed the importance of quick movement in the field, particularly in conditions where sharp reflexes can make a decisive difference. England demands you to be faster with your feet, whether it is catch, or ground fielding. Thats one aspect well try to get better. If your leg reaches to the ball, were good, Dilip said while addressing the group. The training session also had its lighter moments. Virat Kohli was seen sharing laughs with teammates during the drills, with visuals released by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) capturing the relaxed atmosphere despite the demanding workload. Meanwhile, Gambhir observed the session from the sidelines as India fine-tuned their preparations for the series opener. The training session also had its lighter moments. Virat Kohli was seen sharing laughs with teammates during the drills, with visuals released by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) capturing the relaxed atmosphere despite the demanding workload. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With the series also forming an important step in the team's build-up to the 2027 ODI World Cup, the visitors will look to begin the campaign on a positive note when they take on England in the opening match at Edgbaston. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 14 Jul 2026 10:46 am

India's Likely Playing XI vs England, 1st ODI: Gautam Gambhir Set To Bench Top-Order Star?

After a debacle in the five-match T20I series, Team India will look for some redemption in the ODI series against England, beginning on Tuesday in Birmingham.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 10:40 am

Argentina Seek FIFA Permission To Wear Alternate Kit vs England. There's A 'Psychological' Reason

Argentina have made the first move in the psychological battle against England ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash on Wednesday.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 10:39 am

Referee dies at 38, weeks after FIFA World Cup removal

Dutch football referee Rob Dieperink has died at the young age of thirty-eight. He was recently removed from the FIFA World Cup 2026 officials list. Dieperink was arrested in Britain following an investigation which was later closed. The Netherlands football association and FIFA have expressed their deep sadness. Dieperink had a notable career, officiating many professional matches internationally.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 10:11 am

Wasnt the perfect ending but happy to play a Test at Lords: Heather Knight

About her decision to retire, she said she had been contemplating it since the start of the year

The Hindu 14 Jul 2026 10:11 am

India crush England by 270 runs to script historic first womens Test win at Lords

Guwahati: India produced a performance for the ages on Monday, defeating England by 270 runs in the first-ever womens Test at Lords to register one of the most memorable victories in the history of Indian womens cricket. From the opening session to the final wicket, India remained firmly in control, with Kranti Gaud, Yastika Bhatia [] The post India crush England by 270 runs to script historic first womens Test win at Lords appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 14 Jul 2026 10:00 am

'When his time is up...': McCullum's 'legacy' remark on Kohli ahead 1st ODI

Virat Kohli plays his 300th ODI for India against England. England coach Brendon McCullum praised Kohli's global influence and competitive spirit. Kohli returns to the ODI format after missing the T20 series. He is close to surpassing Rahul Dravid's ODI run record in England. India seeks a fresh start in the ODI series after T20 disappointment.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 9:48 am

'What wrong did Sooryavanshi do?': World Cup-winner blasts Iyer, Gambhir

Former India captain Kris Srikkanth criticised the team management's handling of young player Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. He questioned the decision to drop the fifteen-year-old after just three T20 international matches. Srikkanth compared this situation to his own captaincy experience with Sachin Tendulkar. He emphasized the importance of backing young talent for confidence building. The former opener expressed strong disappointment with the current leadership's approach.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 9:25 am

90,000 Fans Give Heroic Welcome To Team Norway After Memorable World Cup

Tens of thousands of fans gathered outside Norway's Royal Palace to welcome the national team players who returned home from their historic run to the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 9:20 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain favourites says Deschamps ahead of semi-final showdown

France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed that France captain Kylian Mbappe, who left the quarter-final win over Morocco late in the second half after taking a knock, was 100% fit for the semi-final

The Hindu 14 Jul 2026 9:05 am

Lamine Yamal makes bold 'no pressure' claim ahead of World Cup Semifinal

Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal feels no pressure facing France in the World Cup semifinal. He believes Spain is well-equipped to handle the high-stakes match and prove themselves. La Roja enters the semifinal on an impressive 36-match unbeaten streak in regulation time. France also arrives with momentum, having won all their group matches and knockout games. This semifinal marks a national record for France's head coach Didier Deschamps.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 9:04 am

Principles Of Football At VfL Bochum: Inside German Football's Striker vs Midfielder Problem

Over the years, Germany has produced and nurtured some of the finest midfielders in the world. But the same can't be said about the country's ability to produce strikers. A deep look at VfL Bochum's youth academy explains why that is the case.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 8:33 am

Will Mbappe play vs Spain? Coach gives major fitness update

France will take on a confident Spain side that reached the semifinals after beating Belgium 2-1 in the quarterfinals. Spain have not lost in their last 36 matches and will be looking to continue that run by booking a place in the World Cup final. The winner of the blockbuster semifinal will face either Argentina or England in the final on July 20.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 8:29 am

Team India look to shake off T20I hangover as road to ODI World Cup begins

After a disastrous T20I tour, India begin their ODI World Cup build-up against England at Edgbaston. With injuries forcing changes, Shubman Gill's side will look to reset, test combinations and lean on the experience of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah as preparations for the 2027 World Cup gather pace.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 8:05 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Norway turns heartbreak into celebration as huge crowds pack capital

A 2-1 extra-time defeat by England brought Norway's historic run to an end in the quarter-finals, shattering the Nordics' dreams of a place in the last four

The Hindu 14 Jul 2026 8:01 am

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma close in on all-time India ODI record in England

Virat Kohli needs 68 runs to surpass Rahul Dravid's tally of 648 runs. Rohit Sharma requires 239 runs to move ahead of Dravid's total. Dravid currently holds the record with 648 runs from 20 matches. This series presents a big chance for Kohli to claim the top spot.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 7:39 am

Spain Are Favourites: France Coach's Mind Games Ahead Of FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinal

France coach Didier Deschamps insisted he still sees Spain as World Cup favourites on Monday ahead of Les Bleus' blockbuster semi-final against the European champions.

NDTV 14 Jul 2026 7:26 am

'Sorry': Why Brendon McCullum apologised to England fans

Brendon McCullum has apologised to England fans after his removal as Test coach. He accepted the decision, stating the team's results were not good enough. McCullum admitted disappointment over failing to win major series against India and Australia. He took full responsibility for the team's culture and tactical performances. The former New Zealand captain will continue as England's white-ball coach.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 6:59 am

Sainik School Imphal revels in Cadet T Geben's gold medal feat

Sainik School Imphal SSI has congratulated Cadet Takhellambam Geben on winning a gold medal at the 19th Governor's Cup Taekwondo being underway at Khuman Lampak Indoor Hall The remarkable success has brought pride and glory to the entire Sainik School Imphal fraternity, said SSI in a press statement His success serves as an inspiration to fellow cadets to pursue excellence in both academics and co curricular activities while upholding the values of perseverance, commitment and discipline players Questioning why the team were permitted to advance through the entire tournament if there were infractions, he urged the authorities concerned to reschedule the final match and let the students play Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 14 Jul 2026 6:00 am

State Subroto Cup AG Memorial Academy win U17 crown amid disqualification crisis

AG Memorial Academy, Thoubal were crowned the U 17 Boys' champions of the State Level Subroto Mukerjee Football Tournament organised by the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports at Langjing Achouba Football Turf AG Memorial Academy beat ASUFII Christian Institute, Senapati by 4 2 goals to seal the top honour today Sani scored a brace 28', 29' forASUFII Christian Institute but his effort fell short as AG Memorial rode on a second half double to walk away 4 2 winners Compitison 16' and Ambison Athokpam 20' had earlier found a goal apiece to put AG Memorial ahead before Sani scored back to back to put the Senapati side on level terms Yoyo Sagolsem, however, retained the lead for the Thoubal team after 50 minutes before Competition had his second in the 50th minute to seal the 4 2 victory The age group competition was, however, hit by a disqualification crisis after the TG English School team were barred from the final for allegedly fielding six overage players Addressing the media at the Manipur Press Club, school Principal Leimakhujam Bullet strongly condemned the late stage disqualification He explained that after his team fought their way to the final, the tournament organizers demanded a sudden medical age re verification The team were subsequently disqualified when six players were ruled overaged, he said L Bullet emphasized that this was not the school's first appearance at the prestigious tournament, asserting he was fully aware of the competition rules He noted that the squad had already cleared a series of official medical screenings, making the organizer's eleventh hour disqualification incredibly unfortunate and unfair Highlighting the school's impeccable track record having reached the Subroto Cup International semifinals in 2023 and clinched the championship title in 2024 the Principal categorically stated he had absolutely no reason to risk fielding overage Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 14 Jul 2026 6:00 am

Lennox stars with five wickets as New Zealand level ODI series

West Indies lost all ten wickets for 75 on a tricky pitch before the visitors overcame some wobbles in the chase

Espn CricInfo 14 Jul 2026 5:42 am

BBL returns to Christmas Eve, Australia Day final

Christmas Day remains free of BBL action but the final will be played on January 26

Espn CricInfo 14 Jul 2026 5:34 am

Governor's Cup Taekwondo TTS Nambol amass 7 gold to spice up medal race with leaders UTA

UTA claimed 4 gold, 4 silver, and 6 bronze medals on the day to maintain their position at the top of the standings with an impressive total of 13 gold, 16 silver, and 20 bronze medals in the ongoing 19th Governor's Cup Taekwondo However, TTS Nambol's dominant single day performance surged their overall tally to 12 gold, 3 silver, and 6 bronze medals, keeping the pressure on the leaders from the second place spot br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 07 Taekwondo 20260714 jpg border 1 alt Governor's Cup Taekwondo TTS Nambol amass 7 gold td tr tr td align center Governor's Cup Taekwondo TTS Nambol amass 7 gold td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br B Day 3 highlights B br br Ethan Kshetrimayum of UTA sealed the sub junior boys' 16 kg category by defeating Maibam Heritage of KTA in the final Elambam Ericraj of BTA and Nandeibam Tomthinnganba of PTA shared the bronze medal podium in this category Mangal Thounaojam of PTA meanwhile sealed the 18 kg category gold medal defeating Lamjingba Soubam of KTA in the final bout as Irom Zenith of HTA and Darius Nongthombam of UST settled for the bronze medals Athoiba Thokchom of TTS Nambol meanwhile earned the 21 kg category title defeating Nongdam Khongbantabam of KTA as Dhaljit Konjengbam of PTA sealed the 23 kg category title by defeating Ch Ningthouba of ASTA in the final Leimapokpam Yaikhomba of IMRTA on the other hand claimed the 25 kg category gold by outplaying compatriot Maibam Malemnganba in the final as Taoheirengpanba Moirangthem of TTS Nambol sealed the 27 kg category title by defeating Thangjam Jack Khuman of ASTA in the final 29 kg category gold medal meanwhile went to Athouba Thokchom of TTS Nambol who beat BTA's Punshiba Ngangom in the final while Jackson Sorokhaibam of UTA beat Thoudam Telheiba of ASTA and Pheiroijam Dikash of PTA beat Himalay Athokpam of UTA for the 32 kg and 35 kg category titles Khumanthem Lamnganba of LTA meanwhile sealed the 38 kg category title by defeating Ksh Veerson of TAP today as 41 kg category title went to Thokchom Prithiviraj of LTA who got the better of Laitonjam Malemnganba of MTA in the final Oinam Yaithoiba of TSS Lairensajik emerged as the 44 kg category gold medallist as he beat Moirangthem Chinkheinganba of CTIS in the final bout before NSA's Humlennganba Yumnam bagged the 50 kg title by defeating PTSA's Tongbram Dujaraj in the final Sub junior boy's 50 kg category gold went to TTS Lairensajik's Lairenlakpam Alex who beat UTA's Pamthoiba in the final as Naorem Sushanta of CTIS and Leimapokpam Vedrajit bagged the bronze medals B Junior Boys B br br The day also saw the completion of medal bouts of various weight categories of the junior boys' segment Nivasis sealed the junior boys' 45 kg category title by beating Thokchom Raj in an all TTS Nambol final as K Luhenba of HIM and Laishram Loya of KTA settled for the bronze medals Saikhom Imoba of TTA Khangabok meanwhile claimed the 48 kg category title by defeating LTA's Ksh Raj in the final The 51 kg category title meanwhile went to Maximus Thongbam of TTS Nambol by getting the better of Saikhom Nungshiba of TTA Khangabok in the final as 55 kg category title was sealed by Yumnam Obed of NSA who beat Laishram Mangalsana of TTA Khangabok in the ultimate clash Bidyananda Phairembam of PTA meanwhile sealed the 59 kg category title by beating Gedajit Irungbam of UTA in the final Winning the 68 kg category was UTA's Jamsana Rajkumar who beat KTA's Stallone Ningthouja in the final as Pukhrambam Manisana of TTS Nambol beat Wangkhem Mahesh of LFC for the 73 kg category gold and Khwairakpam Arnish of UTA emerged as the 78 kg category champion Loveson Keisham of PTA on the other hand won the 78 kg category gold by defeating Yengkokpam Lanchenba of UTA in the final Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 14 Jul 2026 5:00 am

Pre National U 19 Men and Women boxing trial on July 26

The Manipur Amateur Boxing Association MABA is set to conduct a trial selection on July 26 to select boxers who will attend the National trial selection ahead of the World Championship The selected State players will be forwarded for the National team trial due to be held from August 27 to 31 at NCOE, Varanasi, UP, said MABA in a press statement issued in this regard Further details can be had from the office of MABA Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 14 Jul 2026 5:00 am

'We were talking about...': Gill opens up on 2027 WC planning with Kohli

Indian captain Shubman Gill advocates for the 50-over format's preservation. He suggests reviving triangular or quadrangular series to enhance engagement. Gill also congratulated the women's team on their historic Test victory. He is planning for the 2027 ODI World Cup with Virat Kohli. Jasprit Bumrah's return to the ODI squad is welcomed by Gill.

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 5:00 am

ENG vs IND 1st ODI preview | Compartmentalisation the key as England and India put on ODI boots

The visitor comes on the back of six straight defeats in T20Is, whereas the home team has to put aside the turmoil surrounding coach McCullum losing his Test job; Bumrah plays his first 50-over game after the 2023 World Cup final

The Hindu 14 Jul 2026 4:23 am

Women's cricket shortchanged again as men's Test binfire sucks up the oxygen

ECB complicit in fanning flames as momentous month for English game is repeatedly overshadowed

Espn CricInfo 14 Jul 2026 2:22 am

True to form: On the 2026 World Cup

The best teams are in the last four, but FIFA performed poorly

The Hindu 14 Jul 2026 12:59 am

Basson seven secures Test for SA U19s as Falconer hundred in vain

England fall short despite century partnership between Caleb Falconer and Manny Lumsden

Espn CricInfo 14 Jul 2026 12:31 am

FIFA World Cup 2026 | Coming to America... and staying longer than expected

The 48-team format was supposed to be footballs biggest compromise. Three weeks in, its produced the most unforgettable moments for the underdogs

The Hindu 14 Jul 2026 12:20 am

How Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma made fans' day in Birmingham

How Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma made fans' day in Birmingham

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 12:20 am

New Zealand bowl first, both teams make a change each

Forde and Foxcroft return to their respective sides, both boasting spin-heavy line-ups

Espn CricInfo 14 Jul 2026 12:12 am

16 Indian Boxers Reach Asian U19 & U23 Boxing Championship Finals

AMN/ WEB DESK Indian boxers remained a strong force at the Asian U-19 and U-23 Championships, with 16 of them advancing to the finals across mens and womens categories and seven others securing bronze medals after semifinal finishes in Jakarta. In the Under-19 womens category, 8 boxers reached finals today. Gunjan advanced to the final []

The Indian Awaaz 14 Jul 2026 12:10 am

Jannik Sinner retains Wimbledon crown; Guo and Mladenovic win womens doubles title

AMN/ WEB DESK Top seed Italys Jannik Sinner retained the Wimbledon mens singles title, defeating second seed Germanys Alexander Zverev 6-7(7), 7-6(2), 6-3, 6-4 in the final at the All England Club last night. It is Sinners second consecutive Wimbledon mens singles title and his fifth Grand Slam singles title. He also became the 10th []

The Indian Awaaz 14 Jul 2026 12:09 am

It was almost a perfect match, says a delighted Muzumdar

Harmanpreet & Co. dominated the Test from start to finish; the India coach praises Kranti Gaud and Yastika Bhatia

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 11:45 pm

Knight: 'Wanted to give my all this summer but right time to step away'

Former England captain admits there were ears in dressing room, but is excited for what the future holds

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 11:25 pm

Facing India is always a challenge: Ben Duckett

The England opener acknowledges that the visiting side will be tough to beat but is optimistic about the host clinching the ODI series

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 11:21 pm

Amol Muzumdar on India's big win at Lord's, Yastika's century & Test cricket

Amol Muzumdar on India's big win at Lord's, Yastika's century & Test cricket

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 11:19 pm

Shaheen Shah Afridi granted NOC to play for Kandy Royals in LPL

This will be Afridi's second appearance in an overseas T20 league in the last year

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 11:18 pm

Big changes in Chess World Cup! FIDE approves new format for 2027

FIDE has approved a new format for the 2027 World Cup and Women's World Cup, reducing the events from 27 to 19 days by introducing a Swiss qualification stage before the knockout rounds. Both tournaments will feature more players, expanded qualification pathways and a combined prize fund of USD 3.3 million, making the competitions more inclusive and rewarding.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 11:12 pm

Afghan women's refugee team could play internationals by 2030

The ICC re-constituted a Special Taskforce to oversee a roadmap for an Afghan refugee women's team at its Annual Conference in Edinburgh

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 10:46 pm

Why India's Lord's Test win is not a surprise

The women's game in India has infrastructure and experience at the domestic level that England don't have and it showed

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 10:38 pm

'We will test them out': Duckett issues warning to Rohit, Virat ahead of ODI series

England opener Ben Duckett stated they will test Indian batters with short balls. He acknowledged the challenge will differ from the T20 series. Duckett also discussed facing Jasprit Bumrah in the ODI format. He believes England players have individual plans for Bumrah. Despite T20 success, England anticipates a tough ODI series challenge.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 10:31 pm

Brendon McCullum press conference: On getting sacked as Test coach, future and more

Brendon McCullum press conference: On getting sacked as Test coach, future and more

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 10:05 pm

'No French players in France ': Ex-Spain PM's remark sparks racism row

Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy sparked outrage after saying France's football team had o French players ahead of the World Cup semi-final. Leaders in Spain and France condemned the remarks as xenophobic and racist. France defended the diversity of its national team, stressing all players are French citizens and should be judged by talent, not their background.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 10:01 pm

'We just weren't good enough' - McCullum apologises for failures in marquee series

He admitted that results against India and Australia defined his tenure as Test coach

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 9:53 pm

'I would be very surprised': Karthik on Andy Flower becoming England Test coach

Dinesh Karthik believes Andy Flower would be an excellent choice for England's Test coach. However, he feels Flower's existing commitments make this move highly unlikely. Flower has a three-year contract with Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the IPL. This would mean missing parts of England's Test matches. The schedule presents significant challenges for such a dual role.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 9:42 pm

Why An English Referee Can't Officiate if Argentina Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Final

Even in the case of Argentina beating England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final and making the final, the English referees will be barred from officiating, because of the political sensitivities surrounding the Falklands dispute.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 9:34 pm

Sachin Tendulkar's 'Special' Reaction After Harmanpreet Kaur-Led India Clinches Historic Test Win At Lord's vs England

Former India cricketers Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman, Shikhar Dhawan and Irfan Pathan, along with BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla, BCCI president Mithun Manhas and several others, congratulated the India Women's team on their historic Test victory over England at Lord's

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 9:24 pm

There Will Be Pressure: Arshad Nadeem's Huge Revelation Ahead Of Commonwealth Games 2026

Pakistan's Olympic gold medallist javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem admitted that he will be under pressure during the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as he enters the event as defending champion.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 9:16 pm

Losses in the T20Is wont affect us: India ODI skipper Gill

Says the team doesnt have concerning areas and it is a bit unfortunate that Nitish and Harshit got injured

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 8:59 pm

Kohli, Rohit and Bumrah arrive to help India face England

England will welcome Root back at one of their fortresses, Edgbaston

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 8:54 pm

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in sublime touch | Exclusive visuals from Birmingham

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in sublime touch | Exclusive visuals from Birmingham

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 8:52 pm

India wraps up a win for the ages at Lords

Sneh caps off a memorable game by scalping Englands half-centurions Jones and Ecclestone on the final morning; the 270-run margin reflects the difference between the two sides in the historic Test

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 8:47 pm

England Announce Playing XI For 1st ODI Against India, Name Surprise Opener Pick

Jacob Bethell is set to open the batting alongside Ben Duckett as England announced their playing eleven for the opening One-day International (ODI) of the three-match series against India, to be played at Edgbaston.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 8:07 pm

Shubman Gill press conference: On Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, World Cup and more

Shubman Gill press conference: On Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, World Cup and more

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 7:43 pm

IND vs ENG 1st ODI: Joe Root returns as England announce playing XI- See full team

Jacob Bethell will open batting with Ben Duckett for England's first ODI. Jos Buttler plays his 200th ODI match, marking a significant career milestone. England's bowling attack features a spin-heavy approach against India's strong batting lineup. Jofra Archer returns to the ODI squad after a strong T20I performance. The three-match series begins at Edgbaston on Tuesday.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 7:36 pm

First Time In 142 Years: India Script History With Women's Test Win Against England At Lord's

Sneh Rana and Deepti Sharma shared the last four wickets as India completed a 270-run thrashing of England to win the first women's Test at Lord's.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 7:34 pm

Ahead of England ODIs, captain Gill reveals 2027 WC plans for Kohli, Rohit

India captain Shubman Gill reaffirmed that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remain central to the ODI team's 2027 World Cup plans, calling them the backbone of Indias batting. Emphasising their experience in pressure situations, Gill said Indias settled core will stay intact while younger players are gradually integrated through opportunities in upcoming ODI series.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 7:19 pm

'I wanted to get my name on the honours board': Kranti Gaud after scripting Lord's history

Kranti Gaud achieved her personal goal by inscribing her name on the Lord's honours board. Her exceptional bowling secured a historic 270-run victory for India against England. Gaud claimed seven wickets across both innings, earning her Player of the Match honors. This comprehensive win marked India's first women's Test victory at the iconic venue. The team extended its unbeaten Test record on English soil with this triumph.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 7:11 pm

West Indies and New Zealand embrace cricket's simple problems

West Indies enter the contest 1-0 up in five-match series, with threat of rain in the morning in Providence

Espn CricInfo 13 Jul 2026 6:54 pm

Gautam Gambhir Has Certain Favourite Players: India Star Questions Coach's Logic Defying Selection After England Loss

The Indian cricket team is going through an unprecedented slump in T20Is. The current T20 World Cup champions have lost two successive series against England and Ireland, both under new captain Shreyas Iyer

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 6:49 pm

FIFA World Cup 2026: Contrasting clashes in store as top four seek a spot in the final

France versus Spain pits Mbappes devastating transitions against La Rojas patient control; England and Argentina renew the latest chapter in a rivalry stretching back decades

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 6:46 pm

India's Plans Have Not Sat Well: Gautam Gambhir, Shreyas Iyer Under Fire After 0-4 T20I Series Humiliation vs England

India's T20I debacle in their tour of Ireland and England has brought fresh scrutiny on the management, led by Gautam Gambhir and new captain Shreyas Iyer.

NDTV 13 Jul 2026 6:45 pm

'Why the axe is always on Sanju?': Ex-chief selector blasts Gambhir-led management

MSK Prasad advised patience regarding coach Gautam Gambhir's early tenure. He noted key players Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah were absent during recent losses. Prasad stated assessing Gambhir requires a full-strength team for future matches. He also criticized the decision to drop Sanju Samson after a few low scores. The former selector also expressed concern over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's gradual introduction.

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 6:44 pm