Jack Draper defeated Lorenzo Musetti, setting up a Madrid Open final clash with Casper Ruud, who overcame a rib issue to beat Francisco Cerundolo. Ruud seeks his first Masters 1000 title after two previous final losses. Draper acknowledged Ruud’s experience and the challenge ahead.
While home advantage is significant in many sports, its impact in the IPL is debatable. Factors like familiarity and crowd support are often nullified by diverse team compositions. Despite strong home records of teams like CSK and MI, recent seasons show a decline in home wins, sparking debate about pitch conditions and the extent of home advantage in the league.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s crucial IPL 2025 match against Chennai Super Kings faces a rain threat, potentially impacting RCB’s top-two aspirations. Bengaluru has experienced incessant rain, with a 70% chance of continued showers on match day. CSK’s training was disrupted on Friday, while RCB’s session was cut short due to heavy downpour.
Kevin De Bruyne’s crucial goal propelled Manchester City to a 1-0 victory over Wolves, boosting their Champions League qualification hopes. Despite an injury-hit season and impending departure, De Bruyne’s contribution proved vital. Guardiola praised De Bruyne’s impact, acknowledging his irreplaceable role.
Shubman Gill’s explosive 76 propelled Gujarat Titans to a commanding 38-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Gill’s aggressive batting, supported by Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler, helped GT post a formidable 224/6. Prasidh Krishna’s economical bowling, including the crucial wicket of Travis Head, stifled SRH’s chase, despite Abhishek Sharma’s valiant effort.
Pep Guardiola plans a break after his Manchester City contract ends in 2027. He is unsure about retirement. Guardiola led City to six Premier League titles and a Champions League win. City’s current season faces challenges. Guardiola acknowledges the team’s decline and aims to learn from it. He previously expressed interest in managing a national team after his City tenure.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old prodigy, captivated the IPL 2025 with a record-breaking century against Gujarat Titans, leading Rajasthan Royals to a thrilling victory. However, he soon experienced the unpredictable nature of cricket with a subsequent duck against Mumbai Indians. Cricket icon Kapil Dev has advised patience in nurturing the young talent, emphasizing the need for time and careful development.
In a thrilling encounter between Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rashid Khan’s spectacular catch to dismiss Travis Head proved to be a game-changing moment. Head’s dismissal for 20 halted SRH’s explosive start, injecting energy into the Titans’ defense. Earlier, Gujarat Titans posted a formidable 224/6, setting the stage for Rashid’s brilliance to shine.
Following the terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 tourists, prominent figures like Kapil Dev and Pullela Gopichand have voiced strong condemnation. The Indian government has responded firmly, severing diplomatic ties with Pakistan and implementing stringent measures. Gopichand lauded the government’s decisive actions, while Kapil Dev expressed solidarity with the nation’s response.
Shubman Gill’s controversial run-out sparked outrage during Gujarat Titans’ IPL clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The third umpire’s decision, based on a perceived deflection after Heinrich Klaasen’s glove contact, left Gill visibly furious. Despite the contentious dismissal, Gill had already blazed a trail with a sensational 76 off 38 balls. The dismissal looked extremely tight and was sent upstairs for review.