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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.
Have been living a dream past few days, filled with gratitude: Jasprit Bumrah
"I am so grateful for the past couple of days. I've been living a dream and it has filled me with joy and gratitude," Bumrah posted on social media with an accompanying video of jubilant scenes of his return to India. That included a breakfast meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a victory parade attended by countless fans in Mumbai.
Alcaraz and Sinner Advance to Wimbledon Quarterfinals
The 21-year-old Alcaraz displayed his prowess by clinching the first two sets 6-3, 6-4 in impressive fashion. However, he encountered difficulties in the third set, where Humbert broke his serve three times, leading to a 6-1 loss for Alcaraz.
India's Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Likely to Sit Out Sri Lanka ODIs Ahead of Test Focus
Additionally, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is likely to be rested from the ODI series as well. Sources indicate that these decisions stem from the players' request for a much-needed break, considering the intense schedule over the past three months, starting from the IPL.
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