Day 4 at Edgbaston saw India dominate with a commanding lead as KL Rahul (55), Karun Nair (26), Rishabh Pant (65) and Shubman Gill (83*, 170‑plus in match) powered India past a 440‑run advantage. Pant entertained with aggressive strokeplay, even comically losing grip of his bat mid‑shot. Gill surpassed Virat Kohli’s records, cementing a sensational debut captaincy series. England’s bowlers Carse and Tongue showed resilience, but were hampered by dropped chances and unpredictable pitch conditions. Ben Stokes appeared fatigued, raising fitness concerns. England's chances now hinge on a dramatic fightback, but India appears poised to declare and set an imposing target. (PC: NDTV & Hindustan Times)

On Day 6 at SW19, No. 1 Jannik Sinner steamrolled Pedro Martínez (6‑1, leading 3‑2) under the Centre Court roof despite early rain delays. Teen sensation Mirra Andreeva continued her breakout run, dispatching Hailey Baptiste 6‑1, 6‑3 to reach the fourth round. Liudmila Samsonova outclassed Daria Kasatkina 6‑2, 6‑3, while Elena Rybakina and Clara Tauson remained locked in battle. Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek and Danielle Collins were all scheduled later amid the humid conditions and roof covers. British hopes dimmed as Emma Raducanu fell to Aryna Sabalenka, but Cameron Norrie and Sonay Kartal advanced. The royal box celebrated sporting legends, brightening a rain‑affected yet thrilling day. (PC: Sky Sports & The Guardian)

NHL star Brad Marchand, photographed at Wimbledon capturing the Stanley Cup with the Florida Panthers alongside his wife. The event sparked global attention amid persistent free‑agency speculation. While teammates Sam Bennett and Aaron Ekblad secured long‑term extensions (8 years, $64 M and $48.8 M respectively), Marchand’s future remained uncertain as of early July. Despite hints of interest from the Boston Bruins, Florida’s limited cap space forces a difficult decision. Ultimately, the Panthers locked him in with a 6‑year, $31.5 M deal $5.25 M AAV on July 1, ensuring his presence through 2030‑31. His Wimbledon appearance added an unexpected off‑ice spotlight during this pivotal career moment. (PC: The Times Of India & The Sports Hub)

The BCCI and Bangladesh Cricket Board have jointly postponed India’s white-ball tour of Bangladesh, originally set for August 17–31, 2025 to September 2026. The six-match series (three ODIs and three T20Is) was moved due to scheduling conflicts with international commitments and logistical challenges. Diplomatic and security concerns stemming from recent political tensions and trade disputes between the countries also influenced the decision. A BCCI statement confirmed that revised dates and venues will be shared later. The move follows government advice cautioning against proceeding amid regional instability. India’s last visit included Tests and T20s in 2024, while the most recent white-ball encounter came during the Champions Trophy earlier this year. (PC: Business Standard & PTI)

India U19 can seal their five-match series against England U19 today at Worcester. England’s skipper Thomas Rew won the toss and elected to field. 14 Years old opening batsman Vaibhav Suryavanshi took the charge, stroked a sensational 52-ball century embellished with seven sixes and ten boundaries. He eventually fell for 143 off 78 balls (10 sixes, 13 fours). Vihaan Malhotra contributed a composed fifty, while off-spinner Kanishk Chouhan led the bowling charge in the series and chipped in with an unbeaten 43* in the previous match. England will depend on Rew’s batting support, but India’s aggressive batting and all‑round depth positions them to win with overs to spare. (PC: Firstpost)

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, Elise Mertens, Laura Siegemund, Linda Noskova, Sonay Kartal, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, Solana Sierra and Amanda Anisimova have progressed to Round 4 at Wimbledon. Sabalenka defeated Emma Raducanu in straight sets; Pavlyuchenkova recovered from a set down to eliminate Naomi Osaka. Siegemund beat sixth seed Madison Keys, and Mertens ousted Elina Svitolina. On July 5, defending champion Barbora Krejčíková meets Emma Navarro, while Iga Swiatek faces Danielle Collins on Centre Court. Other Round 3 matches feature Mirra Andreeva, Elena Rybakina, Ekaterina Alexandrova and Clara Tauson. Matches air live on Star Sports Network, with OTT streaming via JioHotstar. (PC: WTT & The Guardian)

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra is set to headline the inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic on July 5 at Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium—India's first international gold‑level javelin meet . The global field includes 2016 Olympic gold medallist Thomas Röhler and 2015 World champion Julius Yego alongside top Indian throwers Sachin Yadav, Rohit Yadav, Sahil Silwal, and Yashvir Singh . Chopra, who recently exceeded 90 m in Doha (90.23 m), aims to spark a series of elite competitions in India . Only 1.6 % of elite throws clear 90m—a rare feat Chopra could repeat at home . The event, co‑organized with JSW Sports and AFI, is a pivotal moment for Indian athletics. (PC: PTI)  

Emma Raducanu’s Wimbledon campaign concluded in a gripping third-round match on July 4, 2025. The British No. 1 battled valiantly but fell to world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 7‑6(7‑6), 6‑4 on Centre Court . Raducanu saved seven set points in a marathon first-set tiebreak before leading 4‑1 in the second, only for Sabalenka to reel off five consecutive games . Sabalenka’s victory means she has now reached at least the fourth round in 11 straight women’s Grand Slams—the first to do so since Serena Williams . Sabalenka will face Elise Mertens next. Despite the loss, Raducanu highlighted her progress, while Sabalenka lauded her resilience and denied any upset jitters. (PC: Sky News)

Reigning World Chess Champion D. Gukesh showcased his dominance yet again by winning the Rapid segment of the Grand Chess Tour 2025 in Zagreb, Croatia. Gukesh displayed exceptional consistency and composure across all rounds, outperforming top global contenders. This victory further strengthens his position as the sport’s rising titan following his historic World Championship win. The young Indian prodigy has been lauded for his strategic brilliance and calm demeanor under pressure. His performance in Zagreb adds to India's growing influence in international chess. (PC: PTI)  

For the first time in 148 years, Wimbledon will break its all-white dress code, allowing players to wear black armbands in tribute to Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota. Jota, 28, and his brother André Silva, 25, died in a car crash in Zamora, Spain, on July 3. The brothers’ Lamborghini veered off-road and burst into flames. Authorities suspect a tire blowout during an overtaking attempt. Jota was reportedly heading to Santander for a ferry to England after being advised not to fly post-surgery. Wimbledon’s gesture marks a rare tradition break, as global tributes pour in for the late Portuguese striker. (PC: India Today)