India ended Day 1 of the 2nd Test at Edgbaston with 310/5, led by captain Shubman Gill’s superb unbeaten 114. Yashasvi Jaiswal narrowly missed a century, falling for 87, while Karun Nair added 31. England's bowlers slowed India’s scoring, especially after the inclusion of three all-rounders raised questions about India’s bowling depth. Rishabh Pant (25) and Nitish Reddy (1) fell late in the day. Ravindra Jadeja (41*) supported Gill in an unbroken 99-run stand. With Jasprit Bumrah rested, India’s batting-heavy XI aims to post over 500. England chose to bowl first under overcast skies but couldn’t dominate. (PC: BCCI)

Sunil Gavaskar and Ravi Shastri criticised India’s playing XI for the second Test against England at Birmingham. Gavaskar was “baffled” by the exclusion of spinner Kuldeep Yadav, saying the pitch offered turn. “Where you needed strengthening was in the wicket-taking department,” he said on Sony Sports. Meanwhile, Shastri slammed the decision to rest a fully fit Jasprit Bumrah despite India losing the first Test. “You have the best fast bowler in the world, and you make him sit out,” he told Sky Sports. India made three changes, bringing in Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, and Akash Deep.

India reached 98/2 at lunch on Day 1 of the 2nd Test against England at Edgbaston, with Yashasvi Jaiswal scoring an aggressive 62* off 59 balls. His knock came after a fiery on-field exchange with England captain Ben Stokes during the 17th over. KL Rahul was dismissed early for 2, but an 80-run stand between Jaiswal and Karun Nair (31) steadied the innings. Brydon Carse struck just before the break to remove Nair, giving England a slight edge. Earlier, Stokes won the toss and opted to bowl first. India will resume with Jaiswal and Shubman Gill at the crease. (PC: BCCI)

A record-breaking 23 seeded players exited in the first round at Wimbledon 2025, including 13 men and 10 women. Top women seeds fell: No. 2 Coco Gauff lost 7‑6(3), 6‑1 to Dayana Yastremska, committing nine double faults; No. 3 Jessica Pegula was defeated by Elisabetta Cocciaretto; and No. 5 Zheng Qinwen was beaten by Katerina Siniakova. On the men’s side, No. 3 Alexander Zverev suffered a staggering five-set defeat to Arthur Rinderknech, admitting post-match emotional toll and loneliness. Also out early: Medvedev, Rune, Musetti among others, marking one of the most turbulent tournament openings ever. (PC: AFP)

Tensions flared on Day 1 of the 2nd Test between India and England at Edgbaston as India’s Yashasvi Jaiswal and England captain Ben Stokes exchanged words during the morning session. After KL Rahul was bowled for 2 by Chris Woakes, Jaiswal and Karun Nair stitched a steady partnership, taking India past the early setback. Stokes had opted to bowl first after winning the toss. England lead the five-match series 1-0 following a 5-wicket victory in the first Test. The heated on-field exchange added drama to a crucial Test, with India aiming to level the series under pressure. (PC: X)

At Edgbaston on July 2, England’s Jack Stokes won the toss and chose to bowl under overcast skies. India made three changes, resting Jasprit Bumrah and bringing in Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, and Akash Deep to strengthen batting depth. Early on, Chris Woakes broke through, trapping KL Rahul for 2, leaving India 15/1. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Karun Nair then steadied the innings, putting on a ~50‑run partnership. Jaiswal edged close to an LBW, surviving on umpire’s call, and struck several early boundaries. England’s bowlers, led by Woakes and Brydon Carse, maintained disciplined pressure. Observers noted Stokes’ leadership and the significance of England wearing black armbands to honor Wayne Larkins. (PC: The Times UK & The Times of India)

Rain delayed play on Day 3 at Wimbledon, pushing matches to at least 12:15 pm BST, with light drizzle likely to continue. The spotlight falls on British hopefuls: Emma Raducanu, buoyed by support from friends and her team, faces former champion Markéta Vondroušová in a tough second‑round clash. Meanwhile, world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka opens on Centre Court, and qualifier Oliver Tarvet draws Carlos Alcaraz. Cameron Norrie and Katie Boulter also take to No 1 Court later. Notably, Day 1 saw a record 23 seeded players ousted the highest in Open‑era grand slam history. (PC: The Guardian)

India and England clash in the 2nd Test at Edgbaston starting July 2. After a thrilling first Test in Leeds, where India amassed almost 850 runs but succumbed to England’s chase of 371 both sides seek redemption. India’s top order delivered, with KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, and Rishabh Pant (twin centuries!) shining, though batting depth and fielding lapses cost them. A pivotal selection battle is on, Kuldeep Yadav versus Washington Sundar for the second spinner slot behind Jadeja. Jasprit Bumrah’s availability is uncertain. England, buoyed by staunch seam bowling led by Chris Woakes and the absence of Archer, look to sustain momentum. Edgbaston, a venue where India has never won, promises another fiercely competitive Test. (PC: Crictoday & Sportskeeda)

Petra Kvitová, two‑time Wimbledon champion, played her final match at the All England Club, exiting in the first round after a 6‑3, 6‑1 loss to No. 10 seed Emma Navarro. The 35‑year‑old Czech, who will retire after the US Open, showed early promise with a 3‑1 lead in the opening set but lost momentum as Navarro dominated late. After a heartfelt farewell and an emotional on‑court interview usually reserved for winners Petra Kvitová reflected on winning Wimbledon twice in 2011 and 2014, calling it “something very, very special.” She shared gratitude to fans and said she’s “ready for the next chapter” in life. (PC: BBC & Yahoo Sport UK)

India face a key selection headache ahead of the 2nd Test at Edgbaston. Jasprit Bumrah is fully fit, bowled at full tilt in nets but India must decide if they’ll rest him under a pre‑planned rotation, perhaps relying on Siraj, Akash Deep and Prasidh Krishna. The spin pairing is under debate as Ravindra Jadeja is certain, but alongside him Washington Sundar offers batting depth, while Kuldeep Yadav brings attacking wrist‑spin. India also ponder dropping Shardul Thakur (just 16 overs at Leeds) in favour of youth like Nitish Kumar Reddy. Fielding errors at Leeds prompted position shifts keeping Jaiswal out of slips. England maintain an unchanged XI, confident from their Headingley comeback. (PC: Reuters & The Times Of India)