Indian tennis icons Leander Paes and Vijay Amritraj have become the first Asian players to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. The ceremony, held in Rhode Island on July 21, honored their remarkable careers. Amritraj, now 70, achieved peak rankings of 18 in singles and 23 in doubles, winning 28 titles. Paes, who played from 1991-2021, reached number one in doubles, securing 54 titles, including eight Grand Slam victories. Both players expressed pride in representing India on the global stage and credited their families for their success.

Tennis player Andy Murray has announced his retirement from professional tennis. The 37-year-old Briton will compete in the Paris Olympics, marking the end of his career. Murray has won two Olympic gold medals in men's singles and a mixed doubles silver. He has struggled with injuries, recently undergoing surgery to remove a spinal cyst. Murray received an emotional farewell at Wimbledon after losing in the men's doubles. He will represent Great Britain in the Paris Olympics, closing out a career spanning over two decades. His final tournament is expected to be an emotional farewell.

Team India arrived in Sri Lanka on Monday for the upcoming white-ball series, led by newly-appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir. The team landed in Colombo and took a two-hour bus ride to Pallekele, where they will play three T20I matches starting July 27. The ODI series, beginning August 2, will be held at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The Sri Lanka Cricket Board shared photos of the team's arrival on Instagram. Gambhir's leadership marks a new era for Indian cricket as they take on the hosts in the highly-anticipated series.

Shubman Gill has been named vice-captain of India's ODI and T20I teams. Ajit Agarkar, chairman of selectors, explained the decision, citing concerns over Hardik Pandya's fitness and coach Gautam Gambhir's hesitance to work with an injury-prone captain. With Rohit Sharma retiring from T20Is, Suryakumar Yadav was chosen as captain. Gill was picked over other candidates like Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul due to his all-format potential and recent performance. Agarkar emphasized the need for a stable leadership plan, especially with the upcoming T20 World Cup. Gill is seen as a future leader for India.

India continued their winning streak in the Women's Asia Cup, beating UAE by 78 runs in Dambulla. India batted first, with Harmanpreet Kaur scoring 66 and Richa Ghosh 50*, reaching 201/5. UAE struggled in their chase, losing early wickets to Renuka Singh and Pooja Vastrakar. Esha Oza's 38 was the top score for UAE, who finished at 123/7. Deepti Sharma was the best bowler for India. With this win, India tops Group A with two victories, while UAE remains at the bottom, having lost both their matches.

Hardik Pandya's bid for T20I captaincy took an unexpected turn with the announcement of India's squad for the Sri Lanka tour. Contrary to expectations, Pandya was not named captain following Rohit Sharma's retirement. Instead, Suryakumar Yadav received the captaincy, with Shubman Gill as vice-captain. Reports suggest that new head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar were unconvinced by Pandya's consistency and tactical awareness. Gambhir's preference for Suryakumar and Agarkar's doubts about Pandya's leadership skills contributed to this decision. Pandya now faces the challenge of proving his worth through performances in the upcoming series and domestic cricket.              

Six-time world snooker champion Ray Reardon has passed away at 91 after a battle with cancer. The Welsh legend, known as "Dracula" for his distinctive hairstyle, dominated the sport in the 1970s, winning six world titles. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in snooker history, alongside Steve Davis and Stephen Hendry. Reardon's wife Carol confirmed his passing on Friday. World Snooker paid tribute to his incredible legacy, cementing his place as a snooker icon. His impressive career and enduring nickname will be remembered by fans and fellow players alike.

A team of 10 highly trained dogs from India's Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) has been deployed to France for the Paris Olympics. The team, including handlers, will provide anti-sabotage security at various locations. The dogs were selected from CRPF, SSB, ITBP, NSG, and Assam Rifles. This deployment, requested by the French Government, marks the first time Indian CAPF has been involved in international security efforts. The Paris Olympics begin on July 26. The deployment showcases India's expertise in canine security and its commitment to supporting global events.

Defending champions India thrashed Pakistan by seven wickets in their Women's T20 Asia Cup opener. India bowled out Pakistan for 108 and then chased down the target with ease, with 35 balls remaining. Openers Shafali Verma (40) and Smriti Mandhana (45) dominated the Pakistani attack, setting up a comfortable win. India's victory was a testament to their dominance in the tournament, as they began their title defense on a high note. The win showcases India's strong batting and bowling performance, making them a tough team to beat in the tournament.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced its squads for the upcoming T20I and ODI series against Sri Lanka. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli feature in the ODI team, while Suryakumar Yadav will captain the T20I side. The squads were selected under new head coach Gautam Gambhir. The series marks a new chapter for Indian cricket after the T20 World Cup. The teams will be led by Rohit Sharma (ODI) and Suryakumar Yadav (T20I). The series schedule and venues are yet to be confirmed.