Pakistan introduces new talent for the opening Test against Bangladesh in Dhaka. Abdullah Fazal and Azan Awais receive their maiden Test caps. This move comes as Babar Azam is sidelined with a knee injury. The team aims to rebuild with a younger batting core. Pakistan captain Shan Masood won the toss and elected to field first.
Pakistan's fielding coach Shane McDermott has resigned ahead of the team's tours to the West Indies and England. Mansoor Amjad is expected to replace him. McDermott's departure follows a pattern of foreign coaching staff leaving Pakistan cricket without official explanations.
Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif criticized the team's management for their handling of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sanju Samson following a 0-4 T20I series defeat to England. England's victory also saw them replace India as the top-ranked T20I side.
India declared their innings at 341/7, setting England a formidable target of 457 runs on Day 3 at Lord's. Richa Ghosh reached her third Test half-century before the declaration.
India Women extended their lead over England Women to over 400 runs on day two of the Test match. Richa Ghosh neared her half-century, while Sophie Ecclestone took a five-wicket haul. England's bowlers showed signs of fatigue under the heat.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino revealed plans to explore expanding the World Cup to 64 teams, following the 2026 tournament's increase to 48. Discussions will occur after the current World Cup, aiming to give more nations a chance to participate.
Yastika Bhatia made history by scoring the first women's Test century at Lord's Cricket Ground on July 12. Her 113 runs powered India to a significant lead against England, putting them on the verge of a historic win.
