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India's white-ball tour of Bangladesh postponed to September 2026, says BCCI

IANS | July 5, 2025 6:26 PM

New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have mutually agreed to defer the white-ball series, three ODIs and three Twenty20 Internationals, between Bangladesh and India in August 2025 to September 2026. Security concerns due to the state of unrest in the neighbouring country are believed to be the major factor in the decision taken by the two boards.

2nd Test: India's lead swells to 357 as Rahul hits 55, Pant makes unbeaten 41

IANS | July 5, 2025 6:09 PM

Birmingham, July 5 (IANS) KL Rahul hit a calm 55 while Rishabh Pant was at his rollicking, yet chaotic, best to hit an unbeaten 41, as India’s lead swelled to 357 runs after reaching 177/3 in 38 overs at lunch on Day Four of second Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series at Edgbaston here on Saturday.

Bihar Rural League will bring Bihar’s cricket talent to the forefront, says BCA president Rakesh Tiwari

IANS | July 5, 2025 5:36 PM

Patna, July 5 (IANS) Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) president Rakesh Tiwari has said that the Bihar Rural League (BRL) is a golden opportunity for young players across the state. He emphasised that the initiative aims to bridge the gap between grassroots talent and mainstream cricket by providing a structured platform for budding cricketers in villages, schools, and small towns.

From tweet to treat: Superfan Ranjith 'overwhelmed' by Neeraj Chopra's heartfelt gesture

IANS | July 5, 2025 5:04 PM

Bengaluru, July 5 (IANS) For Ranjith Kumar Ravichandran, a die-hard fan of Tokyo Olympics gold medallist Neeraj Chopra, it was nothing short of a dream come true as his travel and stay to witness the inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic has been sponsored by none other than the reigning world champion himself.

Kyle Walker joins Burnley on two-year contract

IANS | July 5, 2025 4:48 PM

Burnley, July 5 (IANS) Kyle Walker has joined newly-promoted side Burnley on a permanent transfer ending his highly successful stay at Manchester City.

Mohd Shami's estranged wife accuses pacer of 'defaming' and 'hiring criminals' amid legal battle

IANS | July 5, 2025 4:37 PM

New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) India pacer Mohammed Shami's estranged wife, Hasin Jahan, has accused him of 'defaming her and hiring criminals' to defeat her amid the legal battle going on between the couple for years. Jahan didn't stop there and went on to call Shami 'characterless, greedy, and mean-minded’ in an Instagram post on Friday.

'Sindhu's place in history is already secured': Gill Clark leads wishes as star shuttler turns 30

IANS | July 5, 2025 1:53 PM

New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu, who turned 30 on Saturday, received warm wishes from across the sporting world. Among them was a heartfelt message from veteran badminton commentator and former doubles player Gill Clark, who wrote a heartfelt post for Sindhu's special day.

The batting from Harry Brook and Jamie Smith was second to none: Jonathan Trott

IANS | July 5, 2025 1:06 PM

New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) Former England batter Jonathan Trott heaped heavy praise on outstanding knocks from Harry Brook (158) and Jamie Smith (184 not out), who were involved in a 303-run partnership that pushed the host from 84/5 to 407, in the first innings of second Test against India at Edgbaston.

Was waiting for moment like this for over a year: Siraj on six-wicket haul at Edgbaston

IANS | July 5, 2025 11:23 AM

Birmingham, July 5 (IANS) India pacer Mohammed Siraj said he was waiting for his standout performance for over a year after bagging a six-wicket haul in the second Test against England at Edgbaston on Friday.

India 'A' men's hockey team leaves for Netherlands for upcoming Europe tour

IANS | July 5, 2025 10:51 AM

Bengaluru, July 5 (IANS) The India 'A' men's hockey team left for Eindhoven, Netherlands on Saturday morning for the Tour of Europe, scheduled from July 8 to 20.