Kolkata Knight Riders are struggling at the halfway stage of the IPL with no wins, facing a daunting task to turn their season around. Skipper Ajinkya Rahane's leadership and confusing batting order decisions, particularly for Cameron Green, have drawn criticism. They now face a Rajasthan Royals side looking to rebound after a recent loss.
England batter Jordan Cox shared his disappointment over the lack of privacy for Virat Kohli, who was secretly photographed during a London meeting. Cox described Kohli's desire for a normal life and praised his selfless nature as a mentor.
Bruno Fernandes expressed sadness and frustration after Portugal's early exit from the FIFA World Cup following a 1-0 defeat to Spain. Despite high expectations due to the squad's quality and team cohesion, Portugal managed only two wins before being eliminated.
A Norwegian fan, Emil Lappen, staged a silent protest against the team's popular 'Viking Row' celebration at the FIFA World Cup 2026, citing historical inaccuracy and calling it a copy of Iceland's celebration. The team is set to play England in the quarter-finals.
England captain Harry Brook aims for a 4-0 T20I series win against India, which could elevate England to the No. 1 spot in the ICC rankings. England leads the series 3-0.
India's new T20I captain Shreyas Iyer is facing criticism after two consecutive series defeats. Former player Saba Karim questioned Iyer's tactical decisions, particularly the batting order in a recent match, stating it differed from his IPL captaincy.
India's Smriti Mandhana celebrated her 300th international match, a milestone achieved at Lord's during the first women's Test. The 29-year-old is the youngest woman to reach this feat, reflecting on her journey and the significance of playing at the historic venue.
