Controversy erupted on Day 2 of the India vs England 3rd Test at Lord's after India captain Shubman Gill and bowler Mohammed Siraj confronted umpires over the poor quality of the Dukes ball. The ball, just 10 overs old, failed the hoop test and was replaced, but Gill expressed anger, even snatching the replacement from the umpire. "This is 10-overs old ball? Seriously?" Siraj was heard saying. Sunil Gavaskar, in commentary, supported India's claim, calling the ball more like “20-overs old.” Vice-captain Rishabh Pant earlier criticised the ball’s quality, calling it “a big problem” affecting the fairness of the game. (PC: X)

Radhika Yadav, a 25‑year‑old former tennis player turned coach from Haryana, was shot dead by her father, Deepak Yadav, on July 10, 2025, at their Gurugram home. She had deactivated her Instagram after featuring in the music video “Karwaan” alongside artist INAAM. Police allege the primary motive stemmed from a dispute over her running a tennis academy—an enterprise making her financially independent. Her father reportedly felt humiliated by villagers mocking him for relying on her income. Authorities are probing whether Radhika’s YouTube appearance, Instagram presence, and album reel added to the familial tensions preceding the murder. (PC: News 18)  

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra condemned the tragic murder of tennis player Radhika Yadav, allegedly shot by her father Deepak Yadav in Gurugram. Radhika ran a tennis academy, which her father opposed due to societal pressure and humiliation. After a heated argument, Deepak fatally shot her with his licensed revolver. Chopra expressed sorrow and urged greater support for women in sports. Police investigations revealed Deepak’s internal conflict and community criticism over his daughter’s independence. Radhika’s mother was reportedly present but has not given a statement. The case has sparked national outrage and renewed calls for gender equality and family support for female athletes. (PC: NDTV & Times Now)

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 14-year-old cricket prodigy, has ignited fan frenzy in England during the India U19 tour. Known for his explosive batting, he smashed a record-breaking 143 off 52 balls in the fourth Youth ODI, the fastest century in the format. His IPL heroics with Rajasthan Royals, including a 35-ball century, made him a household name. Two teenage fans, Aanya and Rivaa, drove six hours to Worcester just to meet him, wearing Royals jerseys and cheering for Team India. Rajasthan Royals celebrated the moment on social media, calling it proof of unmatched fan devotion. India won the five-match series 3–2, with Suryavanshi’s brilliance leading the charge. (PC: Hindustan Times & NDTV)

Tennis player Radhika Yadav, 25, was fatally shot by her father Deepak Yadav at their Gurugram home. Despite owning multiple properties and earning ₹15–17 lakh monthly, Deepak allegedly resented Radhika’s financial independence and her tennis academy. The murder occurred while she was cooking breakfast; three bullets struck her in the back. Deepak confessed, citing humiliation from villagers who accused him of living off her income. He used a licensed .32 bore revolver. Radhika’s uncle discovered her body and rushed her to the hospital, where she was declared dead. The tragedy has shocked the community and raised questions about familial tensions behind closed doors. (PC: NDTV & Moneycontrol)

Gurugram, Haryana, 25-year-old tennis player Radhika Yadav was fatally shot by her father, Deepak Yadav, who confessed to the crime. The FIR reveals Deepak’s deep insecurities, triggered by villagers mocking him for living off his daughter’s earnings. Despite owning rental properties and having financial stability, Deepak resented Radhika’s independence and her tennis academy. The murder occurred while Radhika was cooking; she was shot three times. Investigators are exploring motives including her social media presence and a suspected affair. Radhika had a promising career, ranked 113 in ITF women’s doubles. Her tragic death has sparked outrage and grief across the sports community. (PC: The Tribune)

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)