The Shubman Gill era has begun in style, as India crushed England by 336 runs at Edgbaston, sealing their first-ever Test win at the venue and ending a 58-year drought. Gill led from the front with twin tons — 269 and 161 — rewriting records and showcasing fearless captaincy. Supported by Jadeja, Pant, and Sundar, India posted a dominant total. Siraj and Akash Deep dismantled England with a combined 12 wickets. Akash Deep’s 6/99 sealed the win. With the series now tied 1-1, Gill’s leadership marks a bold new chapter for Indian Test cricket. The third Test starts July 10. (PC: BCCI)

Indian pacer Akash Deep delivered a career-best performance in the 2nd Test against England, claiming 10 wickets and dedicating the feat to his sister, who is battling cancer. “Every time I had the ball in my hand, her thoughts crossed my mind,” said an emotional Akash, speaking to Cheteshwar Pujara post-match. The Bengal speedster played a vital role in India’s 336-run victory at Edgbaston. He revealed his sister’s diagnosis two months ago and said the win will bring “some smiles back.” Akash’s strategic bowling, including dismissals of Joe Root and Harry Brook, showcased his maturity on the global stage. (PC: X)

India secured a historic 336-run victory over England in the 2nd Test at Edgbaston, leveling the five-match series 1-1. This marks India’s first-ever Test win at the venue after 58 years and 8 failed attempts. Captain Shubman Gill led from the front, scoring a record 430 runs in the match with innings of 269 and 161. Akash Deep shone in Jasprit Bumrah's absence, bagging 10 wickets including a final-day six-wicket haul. Mohammed Siraj added 7 wickets. India’s dominant all-round performance broke a long-standing jinx and gave them massive momentum heading into the third Test. (PC: BCCI)

India is on the verge of victory in the 2nd Test against England at Edgbaston, needing just 4 more wickets. On Day 5, rain delayed play but Akash Deep struck early with two quick wickets. England’s Ben Stokes and Jamie Smith steadied the innings with a 70-run stand before Shubman Gill's strategic decision to bowl Washington Sundar in the final over before lunch paid off. Sundar removed Stokes, tilting the match heavily in India's favour. England is 153/6 in pursuit of 608. Only 80 overs will be bowled today due to rain delays. Two sessions remain. (PC: BCCI )

World No.1 Magnus Carlsen surged to the top at the SuperUnited Croatia Rapid and Blitz tournament after defeating world champion D Gukesh in blitz. Gukesh, who had earlier stunned Carlsen in the rapid segment, suffered five consecutive blitz losses, including one to fellow Indian Praggnanandhaa, finishing with just 2/9 on day one. In contrast, Carlsen delivered a dominant 7.5/9 performance, calling his game against Gukesh “old man’s chess” but effective. Nine more blitz rounds remain on Sunday. Despite Garry Kasparov’s recent praise, Gukesh admitted he has “a long way to go” and remains focused on improvement. (PC: HT)

Novak Djokovic marked his 100th career victory at Wimbledon with a dominant straight-sets win over fellow Serb Miomir Kecmanovic, advancing to the fourth round of the 2025 tournament. The 38-year-old, eyeing a record 25th Grand Slam title, won 6-3, 6-0, 6-4 in under two hours. Djokovic, a seven-time Wimbledon champion, now joins Roger Federer and Martina Navratilova as the only players with 100 or more wins at the All England Club. Cheered on by his children, Djokovic said he feels “blessed” to make history at his favorite tournament and aims to defeat top seeds Sinner and Alcaraz next week. (PC: News18)

India's 14-year-old cricket sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi broke the record for the fastest century in Men’s Youth ODIs, reaching the milestone in just 52 balls during the fourth U-19 ODI against England in Worcester. He surpassed Pakistan’s Kamran Ghulam’s 53-ball record. Suryavanshi scored 143 off 78 balls, hitting 13 fours and 10 sixes. The young left-hander had already made headlines with a 35-ball IPL century earlier this year. In this five-match series, he also recorded a 20-ball half-century—India’s second-fastest in Youth ODIs. With previous scores of 48, 45, and 86, Suryavanshi has been the standout performer in the series. 

India dominated Day 4 at Edgbaston, declaring their second innings at 427/6 to set England a formidable 608-run target. Shubman Gill was the star, crafting a historic match with 269 and 161, becoming the first player to record a double‑ton and 150+ in the same Test, accumulating 430 runs. Rishabh Pant (65) and Ravindra Jadeja (69*) offered crucial support. England struggled early, slipping to 72/3 by stumps as Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj exploited reverse swing. India now lead the series 1‑1, and Day 5 promises a gripping finish as England face a near‑impossible chase. (PC: Reuters)

Middle Saturday at Wimbledon saw dominant performances from top seeds. World No 1 Jannik Sinner overwhelmed an injured Pedro Martínez in straight sets (6‑1, 6‑3, 6‑1), advancing with ease. On Centre Court, Iga Świątek controlled her match, defeating Danielle Collins in two sets with powerful serves and flawless baseline play. Barbora Krejčíková, the defending women’s champion, and Emma Navarro traded momentum in a gripping contest before Navarro surged ahead in the decider. Other highlights: Grigor Dimitrov triumphed via a perfect 7‑0 tiebreak; Clara Tauson upset Elena Rybakina; Mirra Andreeva beat Hailey Baptiste; Belinda Bencic won a marathon three-hour battle; and Marin Cilic, Ekaterina Alexandrova, Alex de Minaur also progressed. Rain halted play on outer courts, but show courts remained uninterrupted under closed roofs. (PC: The Guardian & Sportskeeda)

Neeraj Chopra inaugurated India’s first-ever international javelin event, the Neeraj Chopra Classic at Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium on July 5. Amid overcast skies and roaring crowds, top athletes like Julius Yego (KEN), Thomas Röhler (GER), Rumesh Pathirage (SRI), and India’s Sachin Yadav took the field. Neeraj’s opening attempt was fouled, but his second throw of 82.99 m catapulted him into the lead. Sri Lanka’s Pathirage briefly displaced him with an 84.34 m mark, only for Chopra to respond with an 86.18 m third attempt. With three Indians in the top eight, the evening showcased India’s javelin depth. Chopra’s showcase is a milestone both as competitor and host aiming to inspire India’s athletics revolution. (PC: India Today & Wikipedia)