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'My confidant, my coach and my friend': Rohit Sharma's Tribute to Dravid
In an Instagram post, Rohit Sharma wrote, "Dear Rahul bhai, I have been trying to find the right words to properly express my feelings on this but I’m not sure I ever will so here’s my attempt."
I didn't touch the line, we can't keep everyone happy: Suryakumar Yadav Clears the Air on T20 World Cup Catch Controversy
Yadav made these comments while talking to reporters after visiting the renowned Sri Hosa Marigudi temple. He had recently returned to India following the team's victorious campaign in the T20 World Cup.
Medvedev's Epic Wimbledon Comeback: Toppling Sinner in Five-Set Thriller
What had begun as a contest colossal in potential, with Sinner recovering from a set point to win a tight, hard first set, became a competition remarkable first for resolution and then strategic nuance as Medvedev shifted the momentum. Battling through apparent health issues—Sinner called for a medical timeout in the third set—he persisted.
Jasprit Bumrah and Smriti Mandhana Triumph as ICC Players of the Month for June
While Mandhana took home the women's award for her brilliant batting display. Of course, the great knocks included a dominating 117 in Bengaluru and a breathtaking 136 in the very next game; these two knocks were instrumental in India`s victory over the Proteas in the ODIs. In the period under review, Mandhana`s aggregate was 343 at an average of 114.33, which reflected her purple patch form that fetched her the Player of the Series award.
Suryakumar Yadav's Pilgrimage to Marigudi Temple with Wife Devisha Following T20 World Cup Victory
With his wife, Devisha Shetty from Mangaluru city in Karnataka, Suryakumar reached Udupi city to offer prayers. Following their arrival, the couple was given a warm welcome with a traditional garland by the management of the temple.
Gautam Gambhir Named Head Coach of India's Senior Men's Cricket Team Ahead of Sri Lanka Series
"The Cricket Advisory Committee comprising Ashok Malhotra, Jatin Paranjpe, and Sulakshana Naik has unanimously recommended Gautam Gambhir as Head Coach of Team India Senior Men)," said the BCCI in its release.
PM Modi's Ambitious Goal: Propelling India to Third-Largest Economy During Third Term
He is going to take India to the position of the third-largest economy across the world, besides delivering commitments for 'three crore homes' to be built for the poor and empowering 'three crore Lakhpati didis' through women self-help groups in rural areas.
Novak Djokovic Defends Against Fan Disrespect at Wimbledon with Fiery Response
He thanked the respectful fans for their support, saying, "To all of you people who showed respect and stayed here tonight, thank you from the bottom of my heart." But he didn't spare a word or two to those he felt held him in disrespect, continuing pointedly with, "And to those who chose to disrespect the player—in this case, me—have a good night."
Ravi Shastri Advocates Limiting Test Cricket to Elite Teams, Promoting T20s for Global Growth
"When you lack quality, ratings drop, crowds diminish and it becomes meaningless cricket, which is detrimental to the sport," Shastri said, demanding a cut in the number of Test-playing nations to make the game more competitive. He called for two tiers with promotion and relegation to keep Test cricket interesting and the top six teams playing consistently.
India's T20 World Cup Heroes to Receive Rs 5 Crore Each, Coaching Staff Awarded Rs 2.5 Crore: Report
Head coach Rahul Dravid, batting coach Vikram Rathour, fielding coach T. Dilip, and bowling coach Paras Mhambrey will each receive INR 2.5 crore. Each member of the selection committee, including chairman Ajit Agarkar, Salil Ankola, Subroto Banerjee, Shiv Sundar Das, and S. Sharath, will be awarded INR 1 crore.
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