Claudia Winkleman has quit her BBC chat show after one series, saying she was too nervous to enjoy it. The decision has renewed discussion about the BBC’s future plans for a possible Graham Norton successor.
India's fast bowler Mayank Yadav made a successful return to international cricket after a 21-month injury layoff, taking 2/18 in the opening T20I against Zimbabwe at Harare Sports Club. His performance helped India secure a comfortable seven-wicket victory and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
AegisAI, founded by former Google security executives, secured $36 million in Series A funding led by Battery Ventures to combat the rise of AI-powered spear phishing attacks. The startup uses AI agents to detect sophisticated email threats that bypass traditional security systems.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced its 2027 home schedule, highlighted by simultaneous men's and women's Ashes series against Australia. The men's Ashes will begin June 18 at Trent Bridge, with the Rose Bowl hosting its first Test. Northern venues Headingley and Old Trafford were notably excluded from the men's Ashes fixtures, sparking debate.
India's T20 team, led by new captain Shreyas Iyer, faces Zimbabwe in a three-match series in Harare, aiming to regain confidence after consecutive defeats in Ireland and England. The series is crucial for Iyer's captaincy and several players seeking to revive their T20 careers.
German startup Passionfroot secured $15 million in Series A funding led by Insight Partners to expand its B2B creator marketplace, opening offices in New York and São Paulo, and growing its team to meet increasing demand for creator-led brand recall amidst AI-driven product commoditization.
Zimbabwe has named a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against India in Harare on July 23, 25, and 26, featuring uncapped wicketkeeper-batter Tafadzwa Tsiga and returning players Wessly Madhevere and Newman Nyamhuri.
Australia's cricket captain Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon are back in the 13-man squad for the upcoming two-Test home series against Bangladesh in August, following their recovery from injuries sustained during the Ashes.
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin criticized the team management for Kuldeep Yadav's consistent absence from the playing XI, especially during the England ODI series, suggesting the wrist spinner is no longer in their plans and should consider other options.
Gritt, an AI robotics startup founded by Carnegie Mellon alumni, raised $26 million in Series A funding to deploy intelligent systems that automate solar panel installation. The company uses off-the-shelf hardware and AI models to address labor shortages and accelerate construction, with systems already deployed and contracted for 2.8 gigawatts of solar.
Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza has expressed strong support for 15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him a "generational talent" despite a challenging T20I debut. Raza emphasized the importance of nurturing the young opener's potential ahead of India's upcoming three-match T20I series in Zimbabwe, where Sooryavanshi is expected to get another opportunity.
England all-rounder Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of The Hundred 2026 due to a right knee injury sustained during the ODI series against India. Birmingham Phoenix, who had retained Bethell and appointed him captain, announced Donovan Ferreira will take over the captaincy for the upcoming season.
Amazon has officially ordered eight episodes of a TV series based on the Robocop franchise, with Peter Ocko as showrunner and James Wan producing. Ed Neumeier, co-writer of the original film, is also an executive producer.
Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza expressed confidence in his team's ability to compete with India in the upcoming three-match T20I series, citing recent consistent performance and viewing both teams as being in a rebuilding phase, rejecting notions of Indian dominance.
Australia has announced its 13-man squad for the upcoming two-Test home series against Bangladesh, featuring the return of key fast bowlers Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and veteran spinner Nathan Lyon from injury. The series, part of the World Test Championship, will be played in Darwin and Mackay.
Indian cricket captain Shubman Gill expressed frustration over persistent player injuries, including key bowlers Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah, which have hampered team selection and performance in recent series. With the ODI World Cup approaching, the team faces a significant fitness challenge, as several players are undergoing rehabilitation.
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth criticized the Indian team management for sending KL Rahul to bat at No. 6 during the third ODI against England at Lord's, arguing it was an injustice and a poor strategic decision given Rahul's past performance in run-chases.
Ant International, an affiliate of Chinese fintech giant Ant Group, has raised approximately US$1.2 billion in a Series A funding round. The Singapore-based company, backed by Ant Group and Alibaba, plans to use the capital to accelerate global expansion and drive innovation in merchant payments and financial services.
Jake Weatherald has been included in Australia's 13-man Test squad for the upcoming series against Bangladesh, alongside returning captain Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon, who recovered from Ashes injuries. The series starts August 13 in Darwin.
India's captain Shubman Gill stated that frequent player injuries prevented the team from fielding its best combination during the one-day series against England, a concern that must be addressed before next year’s World Cup after their 2-1 series defeat.
Joe Root became the first England batter to score six consecutive ODI half-centuries, remaining unbeaten throughout the July 2026 series against India with 249 runs, surpassing previous records for most runs in a bilateral ODI series without dismissal.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are back for India's ODI series against England, crucial after T20 defeats. Shubman Gill captains a strong batting lineup, with Jasprit Bumrah leading the bowlers. England also adapts to the 50-over format.
China views the Philippines' "assertive transparency" campaign as a PR strategy to portray China as a bully and secure domestic support for its coastguard. Beijing faces challenges in intercepting Philippine vessels around Renai Jiao.
SteelSeries is selling the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset for $239.99 due to damaged packaging. The headset, normally $300-$350, is available for Xbox and PlayStation versions, both supporting multiple platforms and Bluetooth. The company assures the internal hardware is undamaged and includes a one-year warranty.
