India achieved its best-ever showing at the World Boxing Cup 2025 in Astana, Kazakhstan, securing a total of 11 medals, including 3 gold, 5 silver, and 3 bronze. What stood out was that all three gold medals were won by women boxers from Bhiwani, Haryana, further cementing the city’s title as the “boxing cradle of India.” Sakshi, Jaismine Lamboria, and Nupur Sheoran emerged as champions in their respective categories. India’s third-place finish highlights its rising stature in international boxing, particularly with strong performances from both men and women athletes. (PC: Olympics.com)

  In a tragic incident on July 10, 2025, 25‑year‑old Radhika Yadav, a rising national/state-level tennis player who ran her own academy, was shot dead by her father Deepak Yadav at their home in **Gurugram's Sushant Lok (Sector 57)** . Deepak, armed with a licensed .32‑bore revolver, fired five shots—three hit Radhika in the back while she was cooking around 10:30 AM—after villagers allegedly taunted him for “living off” his daughter’s income and objected to her running the academy . He later confessed the motive. An FIR was filed by her uncle, and Deepak has been arrested. The incident has sparked national outcry over patriarchy, familial pressure, and mental health. (PC: India Today)  

England finished Day 1 of the 3rd Test against India at Lord’s on a commanding 251/4, with Joe Root unbeaten on 99 and Ben Stokes on 39. The pair built an unbroken 79-run stand for the fifth wicket, steadying the innings after early breakthroughs by India. Nitish Reddy impressed with two quick wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja took one each. Ollie Pope also contributed with a solid 44. Root’s near-century has put England in a strong position heading into Day 2. India will look for early wickets on Friday to regain control of the match. (PC: NDTV)

In a tragic case of domestic violence, 25-year-old state-level tennis player Radhika Yadav was shot dead by her father at their home in Gurugram’s Sector 57 on Thursday. The athlete, who ran her own tennis academy and had won multiple state medals, was shot three times following an argument. She died in hospital during treatment. The revolver used in the shooting has been recovered, and the father has been arrested. The motive remains unclear. Police say Radhika’s murder reflects growing concerns over violence faced by women—even in successful, empowered spaces like sport. Investigations are ongoing. (PC: India Today)

India suffered a major setback on Day 1 of the 3rd Test against England at Lord’s as Rishabh Pant left the field in pain after injuring his left hand. The wicketkeeper-batter was struck on the fingertips while collecting a delivery from Jasprit Bumrah in the 34th over. Despite receiving treatment, Pant could not continue and was replaced by Dhruv Jurel. Earlier, Nitish Reddy gave India hope by removing both England openers, Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley, in the same over. However, Joe Root and Ollie Pope have stabilized England’s innings. India’s fielding and injury woes continue to mount.

State-level tennis player Radhika Yadav (25) was tragically shot dead by her father in Gurugram’s Sushant Lok-2, Sector 57, on Thursday. Police say the accused fired three bullets at her following a dispute over her relationship, which he disapproved of. Radhika was rushed to a private hospital but succumbed to her injuries during treatment. The father has been arrested, and the revolver used in the crime has been seized. Radhika, a noted lawn tennis player, had won several medals and ran a tennis academy. Police are investigating the motive further while the sports community mourns her untimely death. (PC: News18)

Despite being in London, Virat Kohli is unlikely to attend the India vs England 3rd Test at Lord’s, according to Dinesh Karthik. Speaking to Michael Atherton, Karthik revealed, “He’s near Lord’s, that’s where he lives. But he has daddy duties to attend to.” Kohli recently retired from Test cricket and has since maintained a low profile, only appearing at Wimbledon and a charity event by Yuvraj Singh. The 36-year-old is currently prioritizing family life with wife Anushka Sharma and their two children. Fans may next see Kohli in ODI action, possibly during India’s tour of Sri Lanka in August. (PC: HT)

India’s emerging pace all-rounder, Nitish Kumar Reddy, produced the standout moment of Day 1’s opening session at Lord’s, dismissing both openers—Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley—within three balls of one another in the 14th over after being introduced by captain Shubman Gill. England reached 83/2 at lunch, with Joe Root (24*) and Ollie Pope (12*) stabilizing the innings. Despite hot batting conditions, Lord’s pitch offered movement that Reddy exploited brilliantly, unsettling England’s top order and significantly shifting momentum in India’s favour. His twin strikes clearly overshadowed expectations from India’s frontline quicks of Bumrah, Siraj, and Deep. (PC: BCCI)  

On Day 1 of the 3rd Test at Lord’s, Indian captain Shubman Gill’s bold strategy paid dividends when debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy struck twice in his very first over. Entering in the 14th over, Reddy removed England openers Ben Duckett (23) and Zak Crawley (18), reducing the hosts to 44/2. The England revival effort is now on Joe Root and Ollie Pope. Earlier, Bumrah, Akash Deep, and Mohammed Siraj kept things tight but could not breakthrough early. With the Test series tied 1-1, Reddy’s unexpected impact has swung early momentum in India’s favour. (PC: BCCI)

Wimbledon 2025 turned into a showcase of horological luxury as celebrities flaunted stunning watches courtside. Roger Federer wore Rolex’s new Land-Dweller (₹42.8 lakh), while Mirka stunned in a ₹6.8 crore Rolex Day-Date “Green Emerald.” Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas, Lily Collins, Andrew Garfield, and Russell Crowe made headlines not just for fashion, but for the luxury timepieces they wore, ranging from vintage Rolex and Cartier to Omega and Patek Philippe. From sporty to sleek, watches were the quiet stars at Centre Court, reinforcing Wimbledon’s status as a hotspot of elegance, tradition—and exceptional ‘timing’ on and off the court. (PC: India Today)