Rohit Sharma scored his 34th ODI century at Lord's against England, delivering a powerful response to widespread retirement speculation. The 39-year-old's 132-run innings, his first ODI ton at the iconic venue, came in a series decider where India ultimately lost the match and the bilateral series 1-2.
Rohit Sharma scored a magnificent 138, his 34th ODI hundred, but India lost to England by 27 runs in the third ODI at Lord's, surrendering the series 1-2. Ben Duckett's 142 and Jacob Bethell's 91 powered England's 388, with Sam Curran's bowling sealing India's fate despite strong batting performances.
England defeated France 6-4 in a high-scoring World Cup third-place play-off in Miami, marked by numerous goals and record-breaking performances. Kylian Mbappé topped the Golden Boot race, Michael Olise surpassed Pelé's assist record, and Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka set new English World Cup benchmarks.
HSBC has received approval to operate its digital assets platform, HSBC Orion, within the UK's Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS), enabling the issuance, servicing, and settlement of digital securities, including the UK's planned Digital Gilt Instrument (DIGIT).
England secured back-to-back Test wins for the first time since November, beating Argentina 31-24. However, fly-half Fin Smith critically assessed the team's performance, rating it seven out of ten and highlighting the persistent issue of yellow cards, with 14 in 10 games this year.
A family in England faced a last-minute £15,000 price drop by buyers, highlighting the rare but growing issue of 'gazundering'. The Conveyancing Association calls for urgent government reforms to tackle this and other property market problems, currently slated for 2029.
England and France face off in the World Cup third-place match, a consolation prize with individual honors like the Golden Boot still at stake for Mbappé, Kane, and Bellingham, amidst a rich historical backdrop of Anglo-French rivalry.
England and France face off in the FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place play-off in Miami, seeking to end their campaigns on a positive note after semi-final losses to Argentina and Spain, respectively.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals feature the top four ranked teams for the first time since 1992: France, Argentina, Spain, and England. This elite lineup prompts a comparison with historical World Cup semifinals to determine if it represents the greatest in the tournament's history.
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.
Former England winger Joe Cole believes the Three Lions can stop Lionel Messi and reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup final by defeating Argentina in the semifinal. Cole highlighted England's attacking strength against Argentina's defense.
Experts estimate over 2,700 heat-related deaths in England and Wales during May and June's heatwaves. The warmest June on record saw temperatures hit 37.7C, exacerbated by a climate change-fueled 'heat dome'.
Former England winger Joe Cole believes the Three Lions can stop Lionel Messi and Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semifinal. Despite Messi's impact, Cole is confident England's attack can overcome the defending champions.
Former England winger Joe Cole believes the Three Lions can stop Lionel Messi and Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal. Cole stated England has the attacking strength to overcome Argentina, despite their recent success.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals feature the top four ranked teams for the first time since 1992: France, Argentina, Spain, and England. This elite lineup prompts a comparison with historical World Cup semifinals to determine if it's the greatest.
Scientists estimate the June heatwave in England and Wales caused about 440 premature deaths daily during its peak. Combined with a May heatwave, around 2,700 lives were lost. Experts warn that climate change is intensifying these extreme temperatures, urging immediate emission cuts.
A new study estimates over 2,700 deaths in England and Wales resulted from May and June heatwaves. Experts used weather data and climate models, noting climate change makes such events more frequent and intense, with temperatures 3-4°C higher due to global warming.
England and Argentina's football rivalry, marked by historical clashes and intense passion, is set for a major World Cup semi-final encounter. Their storied history includes controversial matches and iconic moments, dating back to their first World Cup meeting in 1966.
Experts warn parts of the UK, particularly southern England and the Midlands, face "exceptional" wildfire risk due to the ongoing heatwave. The Met Office expects dry, hot conditions to persist, increasing the danger across most of England and Wales.
England's cricket team faces a leadership void after coach Brendon McCullum's departure, following a disastrous period that began with a pivotal collapse in Perth. The team is back to square one without a captain or coach, with a significant rebuilding job ahead.
England's aggressive 'Bazball' cricket era, defined by Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes, has concluded with their departures. Despite initial successes and a review stating no personnel changes were needed, the team's recent Ashes defeat and subsequent events led to this outcome, leaving McCullum to focus on white-ball formats.
England manager Thomas Tuchel expressed concern over his team's performance despite a World Cup quarter-final victory against Norway. He highlighted issues with possession, technical mistakes, and lack of speed, despite commending the players' effort and team spirit.
India set a world record chase of 457 for England in the one-off Test at Lord's. England finished day three on 130-6, trailing by 327 runs, with Yastika Bhatia scoring a historic 113.
Justice Secretary David Lammy stated that opponents of early prison release for offenders lack solutions to prevent a criminal justice system collapse. Over 5,000 prisoners, including rapists and sex offenders, are set for early release from September due to impending capacity issues in England and Wales.
