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Brook targets England No.1 ranking after sealing series win

Captain surprised by progress but says score is fair reflection after strong run of form

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 3:34 am

Keeping Erling Haaland Quiet Key: England Star Ahead Of World Cup Quarterfinal Clash

Keeping Erling Haaland quiet would be huge but the Norwegian juggernaut is not the only threat to England in their World Cup quarter-final, Manchester City teammate Nico O'Reilly said on Thursday.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 2:52 am

Why Kylian Mbappe's Penalty Take Was Delayed Against Morocco In FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals

France captain Kylian Mbappe failed to give his side a lead from the spot in the first half of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against Morocco in Boston.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 2:29 am

Brook and Salt blow India away as England romp to series win

Shreyas scored an unbeaten 80 but didn't find support with Archer and Tongue among the wickets again

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 1:50 am

Toronto Raptors, Los Angeles Clippers Put Trade For Kawhi Leonard On Hold

Kawhi Leonard's trade to the Toronto Raptors is on hold pending the outcome of the NBA's investigation into whether the Los Angeles Clippers circumvented salary cap rules.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 1:39 am

Middlesex name Harrington as interim chief executive

Statement makes no mention of Andrew Cornish, who was placed on gardening leave in late 2025

Espn CricInfo 10 Jul 2026 1:36 am

Brook's 79, Salt's 59 crush India as England seal T20I series with 9-wicket victory over India

England secured a dominant nine-wicket victory over India in the fourth T20I match. This emphatic win sealed the five-match series for England with an unassailable 3-0 lead. Captain Harry Brook and opener Phil Salt led the successful chase with a strong partnership. Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 80 was the lone highlight for the Indian batting lineup. The hosts achieved the target with 37 balls remaining in the contest.

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 1:26 am

17 Players At Risk Of Missing World Cup Semifinals Due To Suspension

In all, seventeen players head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals one yellow card away from suspension, with several title contenders at risk of losing key players for the semifinals.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 1:22 am

England Outplay India By Nine Wickets In 4th T20I To Register Historic Series Win

India continued their dismal run, suffering yet another defeat in the ongoing tour of England, going down by nine wickets in the fourth T20I to concede the five-match series.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 1:18 am

Karolina Muchova, Linda Noskova Set Up All-Czech Wimbledon Women's Singles Final

Karolina Muchova and Linda Noskova will put their friendship on hold when they fight for the Wimbledon title on Saturday after the Czech pair took contrasting paths to their first All England Club final.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 1:08 am

Coach Stale Solbakken Reacts After Rumours Of Erling Haaland's Norway Getting Affected By Flu

Amid reports of illness affecting the Norway camp ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against England, coach Stale Solbakken has apparently allayed all concerns

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 12:34 am

Gambhirsfumbling and bungling India

Of all the failures that have liberally dotted the coachs brief tenure, the most chastening will be the 2-0 rout in Ireland, followed closely by 76 all out against England in Nottingham; several of Indias methods in the last couple of years have been steeped in madness that is all too visible

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 12:34 am

England Star Banned For 2 Matches, Coach's Donald Trump Remark Goes Viral

Jarell Quansah's prolonged extension is the latest issue for Tuchel to contend with at right back.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 12:04 am

R Ashwin Cracks Hilarious Joke On India's 76 All-Out Against England. It Has A MS Dhoni Connection

R Ashwin cracked a hilarious MS Dhoni-related joke at the expense of the Indian cricket team after their humiliating 125-run loss against England in the third T20I encounter.

NDTV 10 Jul 2026 12:03 am

From First Steps To Lasting Legacy: The Road To Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026

Every Commonwealth Games brings together athletes at different stages of their careers. Some arrive ready to make their mark, while others return with years of experience behind them.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:49 pm

France vs Morocco LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final: Kylian Mbappe 1 Goal Away From Huge Record; Morocco Eye History

France vs Morocco LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE Updates: Kylian Mbappe's France take on Achraf Hakimi's Morocco in a blockbuster quarter-final clash.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:47 pm

Sports Ministry Cracks Down on Federations: 'No Freeloaders' For Asian Games And Commonwealth Games

As India finalises its squads for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, the message to national federations is blunt- they should not pick an inflated contingent, not do discretionary selections, basically they do not want passengers any more.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:43 pm

Ahmedabad Commonwealth Games To Feature 17 Sports, Set To Be Hosted At 60 Per Cent Lower Cost

Seventeen sports will feature at the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, which is set to be staged at around 60 per cent lower cost than previous editions as part of the Commonwealth Sport's revamped hosting model, CEO Katie Sadleir said.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:43 pm

Neeraj Chopra Included 'Conditionally' As Athletics Body Finalises 32-Member Squad For Commonwealth Games 2026

Among the headline names is Olympics and world champion Neeraj Chopra, whose inclusion remains subject to meeting selection requirements before the competition.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:42 pm

2030 Commonwealth Games: Key Venues Such As SVP Complex Set For Completion By 2029

Sports complexes that are slated to host key events like aquatics and athletics during the 2030 Commonwealth Games here are well on course to be ready by 2029, local organisers said on Saturday.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:41 pm

Commonwealth Games Medalist Jwala Gutta Blasts India's Badminton System, Makes Big 'Padma Shri' Allegation

Former India doubles star Jwala Gutta has launched a sharp critique of the Indian badminton system, alleging monopolisation, favouritism and a lack of long-term vision in player development.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:41 pm

Sakshi Chaudhary's Weight Change Does The Trick, Seals Commonwealth Games And Asian Games Berth

For three days at the selection trials in Patiala, Sakshi Chaudhary boxed like someone with nothing left to lose.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:41 pm

'Super Special': Erling Haaland Opens Up On Facing England At World Cup

Erling Haaland said facing England, the land of his birth, in the World Cup quarter-finals is extra special as the aims to extend Norway's historic run into the last four.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:32 pm

Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi In Tears At Afghanistan Pacer Shapoor Zadran's Funeral

The funeral of former Afghanistan pacer Shapoor Zadran was held on Thursday, with members of the Afghanistan cricket fraternity paying their final respects.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:31 pm

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Walks Off Before Catch Is Completed, Frustrated Reaction Goes Viral

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was dismissed for 15 off 10 balls by Jofra Archer, with the dismissal marking his third low score for India in the series.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 11:05 pm

Sri Lanka U19 Beat India U19 By 1 Wicket In 3rd Youth ODI To Clinch Series 2-1

VK Vineeth's superb 131 went in vain as Sri Lanka recovered from early jolts to notch up a thrilling one-wicket win off the last ball in the third and final Youth ODI and clinch the three-match series 2-1 on Thursday.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 10:58 pm

India vs England Live Score, 4th T20I: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma Flop, India In Deep Trouble

India vs England LIVE Score, 4th T20I LIVE Updates: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi failed once again. He was dismissed by Jofra Archer for 15 off 10 balls.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 10:42 pm

Major Blow For Team India, 2 Star Bowlers Ruled Out Of England T20I Series. This Is The Reason

India suffered a double injury blow ahead of the final two T20Is against England with pacer Harshit Rana and mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy being ruled out due to hamstring injuries.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 10:40 pm

Five goals, one red card: England vs Mexico at Estadio Azteca breaks TV records

England secured a quarter-final spot after a thrilling 3-2 victory against Mexico. This dramatic match became Mexico's most-watched FIFA World Cup game of the 21st century. The high-octane encounter also set new audience records in the United States. England will now face Norway in their next World Cup quarter-final match. The winner advances to face either Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 10:39 pm

Telangana to set stage for 2036 Olympics: CM Revanth

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has announced that the Young India Sports University will be inaugurated by December 2028 as the worlds largest sports university spread across 82 acre land, and that Hyderabad will be the stage for hosting the Olympics being planned to be held in India in 2036. During the launch Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 9 Jul 2026 10:37 pm

'Historic' Lord's Test offers chance at redemption for India and England

Both teams look to move on from T20 World Cup heartbreak as Harmanpreet and Sciver-Brunt call for more women's Tests ahead of Lord's clash

Espn CricInfo 9 Jul 2026 10:36 pm

Lionel Messi Said, Don't Touch Me: Cape Verde Star Roberto Lopes Reveals Story Behind Viral 'Clash'

Lionel Messi has been in supreme touch in the FIFA World Cup. True to his greatness, Messi has not only scored eight goals - the most by any player - but has also inspired Argentina to reach great heights

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 10:34 pm

Ashwin ruled out of rest of MLC 2026 with knee injury

Australian fast bowler Peter Siddle has been approved as Ashwin's replacement

Espn CricInfo 9 Jul 2026 10:09 pm

Type 'Erling Haaland' On Google Today And Watch What Happens

Google have paid tribute to Erling Haaland with a unique feature on their search engine.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 10:06 pm

Shreyas surpasses Rohit, equals Kohli in unique captaincy record

Shreyas Iyer equalled Virat Kohli's record of six consecutive toss wins as India captain in T20Is and is now one shy of MS Dhoni's record of seven. Despite Iyer's luck at the toss, India have lost their last two matches to England. Injuries to Harshit Rana and Varun Chakaravarthy have further dented India's hopes ahead of the final two T20Is.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 10:05 pm

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Cristiano Ronaldo Tried This Penalty Technique. Some Became Heroes, Others Villains

It's theatrical. It can be maddening. It makes the world's top soccer players look very cool or very silly.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 10:05 pm

Arsene Wenger Picks One Nation That Can Stop Kylian Mbappe's France. It's Not Lionel Messi's Argentina

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger made a prediction that Kylian Mbappe-led France will be winning the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 and feels that if any team is capable of stopping them, it is the 2010 champions Spain.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 9:57 pm

Belgium Bid To Crack Spain's Ironclad Defence In World Cup Quarter-Final

Spain have not shown the attacking flair of France but they are playing the careful, possession-based football that took them to glory in South Africa in 2010.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 9:55 pm

Arnav Paparkar's Historic Wimbledon Campaign Ends With Quarters Loss To Jordan Lee

Arnav Paparkar's dream run at the 2026 Wimbledon Junior Championships came to an end after the Indian teenager suffered a 2-6, 5-7 defeat to the United States' Jordan Lee in the boys' singles quarterfinals on Thursday.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 9:50 pm

No One Expected: Lamine Yamal Delivers Stunning Verdict On Lionel Messi Amid FIFA World Cup 2026

Young Spanish star Lamine Yamal expressed admiration for Argentina legend Lionel Messi.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 9:45 pm

US Star Christian Pulisic Fractured Leg In World Cup Loss To Belgium: Report

Christian Pulisic hit a leg of Belgium captain Youri Tielemans while attempting a shot in the 52nd minute of Monday's 4-1 round-of-16 loss at Seattle.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 9:45 pm

'Soccer-Tennis': Spain's Unique Preparation For FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final Against Belgium

The Spanish men's team were seen playing a unique fusion of football and tennis ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal clash against Belgium.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 9:40 pm

Indian Pickleball Association announces squad for Pickleball World Cup 2026

AMN/ WEB DESK The Indian Pickleball Association has announced the Indian contingent for the Pickleball World Cup 2026 after a highly competitive selection process to represent the nation in Pro category at the Pickleball World Cup 2026, which will be held at Da Nang, Vietnam, from August 30 to September 6. Harsh Mehta, a recurring []

The Indian Awaaz 9 Jul 2026 9:34 pm

Wimbledon: Karolna Muchov of Czech Republic reaches Womens Singles final

AMN/ WEB DESK Karolna Muchov of Czech Republic has reached Womens Singles finalin Wimbledon . 10th seed Muchov defeated 7th seed American player Coco Gauff 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 in the first semi final of Womens Singles this evening. Later in the second semi final, Ukraines Marta Kostyuk will take on Czech player Linda Noskova. Mens []

The Indian Awaaz 9 Jul 2026 9:33 pm

FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 | Footballs old gods are being claimed by time

FOOTBALL | This World Cup has exposed the mortality of men who once seemed immune to it

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 9:21 pm

Has Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Been Hyped Too Early? Ex-India Star Gives Blunt Verdict

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made his India debut last week amid mounting calls for his inclusion, but the 15-year-old has so far struggled to live up to the expectations, scoring 14 and 13 in his first two innings.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 9:20 pm

Have Seen Where He Struggles: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Given Reality Check By England Star With T20I Series On Line

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's initiation into international cricket has been tough. In the two matches he has played, he got starts but fell for scores of 13 and 14 in the India vs England T20I serie

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 9:02 pm

'He was not the only one who failed': Coach says Sanju Samson unfairly singled out after Zimbabwe snub

Sanju Samson's coach Biju George expressed disappointment over his omission from the Zimbabwe T20Is. George stated Samson deserved more opportunities after his World Cup heroics. He questioned the selectors' decisions regarding player treatment and opportunities. Samson's past junior career also saw similar perceived unfairness. The coach hopes Samson proves his critics wrong with future performances.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 8:58 pm

The World Cup America needed

For the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT), their performance in FIFA, which began with so much promise, ended earlier than millions of American fans had hoped.

IBTimes 9 Jul 2026 8:54 pm

10 red cards! Argentine referee for France-Morocco game once became players' nightmare

Argentina's Facundo Tello will referee the France-Morocco World Cup quarter-final, drawing attention for his strict officiating style after famously showing 10 red cards in an Argentine Super Cup match. FIFA's decision to appoint an all-Argentine refereeing team has sparked debate, but France's players dismissed concerns, insisting they are focused solely on preparing for Morocco.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 8:27 pm

FIFA World Cup advertising rates hit 20-25 lakh during knockout stage

The company confirmed commitment of over 95 per cent of premium advertising inventory for FIFA World Cup 2026

The Hindu Businessline 9 Jul 2026 8:26 pm

Data: Ranking the favourites in the FIFA World Cup

Spain, France and Argentina lead the quarter-final pack, with Elo ratings, goals and xG all pointing to the likeliest World Cup favourites

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 7:59 pm

Axar makes big confession ahead of his 100th T20I: 'I never imagined this'

Axar Patel will play his 100th T20 International match soon. This milestone follows his 100th T20I wicket taken recently. He expressed surprise at reaching this significant career landmark. Axar credited teammates, coaches, and family for his success. Representing India remains a cricketer's ultimate dream.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 7:02 pm

Very Big Moment For Us: India Women Captain Harmanpreet Kaur Ahead Of Lord's Test Against England

With the historic Lord's Test against England beginning on Friday, India captain Harmanpreet Kaur called it a very big moment for her side.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 7:02 pm

This Tour Of England Will Be Very Special For Me: Axar Patel Ahead Of 100th T20I Match

An emotional Axar Patel has admitted that he had never imagined to complete a century of T20 Internationals for India, and dedicated the milestone to his teammates, coaches and family.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 6:56 pm

We're Among The Contenders: Brahim Diaz Ahead Of Morocco's FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final vs France

Morocco playmaker Brahim Diaz believes the Atlas Lions have every reason to be confident ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against France.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 6:46 pm

Fight Breaks Out During France vs Morocco FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final Press Meet, Brahim Diaz's Reaction Says It All

The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final starts later today. The 2022 runners-up, France, face a consistent Morocco side

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 6:27 pm

'May the best man win': Archer sets up fresh duel with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

At just 15, Sooryavanshi has already made a name for himself after finishing as the highest run-scorer, leading six-hitter and Most Valuable Player in this year's Indian Premier League.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 6:24 pm

Harmanpreet banks on historic Lord's Test to erase T20 WC disappointment

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur believes the historic women's Test against England at Lord's is a chance to restore confidence after the T20 World Cup disappointment. She called playing at Lord's a dream and admitted adapting to red-ball cricket is challenging. Harmanpreet also hopes for more women's Tests in future and backed debutant spinner Shree Charani to make an impact.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 6:18 pm

Wayne Rooney, I Expect You To Go Out On Rowing Trip: Erling Haaland As Norway Eliminate Brazil From FIFA WC

Erling Haaland playfully reminded former England captain Wayne Rooney to honour his promise as Norway eliminated Brazil from FIFA World Cup 2026.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 6:12 pm

To Stay Relevant, You Have To Add Something New Every Year: IPL Star Picked For Zimbabwe Series

Prabhsimran Singh was in the middle of a gym session when he got to know about his selection in the India squad for the three T20Is in Zimbabwe later this month.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 5:55 pm

Ben Curran bats through 50 overs for 111* as Zimbabwe post 247

Swift fifty from Evans at No. 8 also ensures hosts have a decent total to defend against Bangladesh

Espn CricInfo 9 Jul 2026 5:49 pm

Life Won't be Same Without You: Rashid Khan, Rahmatullah Gurbaz Break Down As They Pay Last Respect To Shapoor Zadran

Tributes have poured in from across the cricketing world after former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran passed away in India on Tuesday following a prolonged illness

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 5:47 pm

Russia Heads To Sports Court To Overturn Its Ban From International Track And Field

Russia's track and field federation says it has gone to the Court of Arbitration for Sport to overturn a World Athletics ruling suspending its athletes from international events due to the war in Ukraine.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 5:44 pm

Every Bowler Will Look To Target Him There: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Weakness Exposed

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel believes young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will continue to face a barrage of short-pitched bowling in international cricket.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 5:38 pm

Tragic! 44-year-old former football player dies after drowning in lake

Former Romania midfielder Gabriel Muresan has died at 44 after drowning in a lake near Apold, where he had served as mayor since 2020. The Romanian Football Federation and local authorities paid tribute to him. Muresan earned nine caps for Romania, won three league titles and three domestic cups with Cluj, and played in the UEFA Champions League.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 5:34 pm

After Disappointing Women's T20 World Cup Outing, India Look To Turn The Tide At Historic Lord's Test

India will be hoping for a change in tide after an underwhelming T20 World Cup campaign when they face hosts England in the first-ever women's Test at Lord's beginning in London on Friday.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 5:31 pm

Majesticus and Lucky Diamond show out

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 5:28 pm

So Happy To See You In ICC Hall Of Fame: Sachin Tendulkar Welcomes Sourav Ganguly In Elite List

Tributes continued to pour in for former India captain Sourav Ganguly a day after his induction into the ICC Hall of Fame.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 5:26 pm

Harmanpreet Kaur on Lord's Test, Team India's preparation & womens cricket

Harmanpreet Kaur on Lord's Test, Team India's preparation & womens cricket

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 5:13 pm

Ben Stokes' 2-Word Post Goes Viral As ICC Flags ECB's Retirement Video

The ICC has reportedly written to the ECB regarding a video filmed inside England's dressing room at Trent Bridge, in which Stokes informed his teammates of his decision to retire from international cricket.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 5:08 pm

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo No Longer Rivals. Data Reveals Staggering Gap Between Two Icons

For Cristiano Ronaldo's most loyal fans, he might still be the greatest, but rational comparative metrics lean heavily in Lionel Messi's favour.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 4:56 pm

6,6,6,6,6..., 20-year-old player creates history against MI, scores a century in the target of 144.

Lhuan Dre Pretorius Century MLC 2026: San Francisco Unicorns batsman Lhuan Dre Pretorius created history by scoring a century in the Major League Cricket match against MI New York.Luan Dre Pretorius created history by scoring a century.The race for the playoffs of the Major League...

Kalam Times 9 Jul 2026 4:56 pm

When, where, and how to watch the India-England 4th T20I live for free? Learn live streaming details.

IND vs ENG 4th T20I Live Streaming: The fourth T20I between India and England will be played in Bristol. So let's find out when, where, and how you can watch the match live for free.IND vs ENG 4th T20I Live StreamingThe fourth match of the ongoing five-match T20 series between India and...

Kalam Times 9 Jul 2026 4:52 pm

Neymar Jr. : World Cup career in graphics

After Brazil lost to Norway in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match, star player Neymar Junior bid adieu to international football after 16 years with the team. Heres a graphical look at his career.

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 4:52 pm

Romania Footballer, Who Was Also Mayor Of His Town, Drowns In Lake At 44

Former Romania footballer Gabriel Muresan has died after drowning in a lake near the town where he was the mayor, local media reported.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 4:40 pm

Passenger streams Argentina match mid-air, entire flight joins - Watch

The video was shared on X, with footage showing how one passenger's laptop became the centre of attention during the flight.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 4:10 pm

FIFA Refereeing Chief Breaks Silence On Argentina vs Egypt FIFA World Cup 2026 Controversy

FIFA Chief Refereeing Officer Pierluigi Collina has strongly defended the integrity and independence of match officials at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 3:58 pm

'There is a deliberate plan against Sooryavanshi': Ex-India batter issues caution

Parthiv Patel believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will continue facing short-pitched bowling as opponents target his weakness against pace and bounce. After the youngster's modest scores against England, Patel said the tactic was evident during the IPL. He also urged India's batters to show greater patience, adapt to English conditions, and avoid rushing their innings after the third T20I collapse.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 3:51 pm

'Shreyas Iyer, Tilak don't deserve guaranteed spots': Kaif drops brutal verdict

Expressing his discontent, former cricketer Mohammad Kaif criticized the team selectors for their choice of leaders, specifically targeting Shreyas Iyer and Tilak Varma. Kaif feels these selections have had a negative impact on Sanju Samson's potential role in the squad. He argues that the selectors should face accountability for their choices, while Iyer and Varma maintain their leadership in the ongoing series.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 3:42 pm

'It will be one hell of a decision': Ashwin backs unchanged India XI despite Samson debate

Ravichandran Ashwin supports maintaining the same Indian team for the fourth T20I match. He believes this stability sends a strong message to the squad. The spinner acknowledges Sanju Samson will likely miss out again. Ashwin noted India's young batting unit struggles in different conditions. He hopes the team gains experience and improves with time.

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 3:32 pm