Jake Fraser-McGurk’s explosive 88 off 38 balls propelled San Francisco Unicorns to a formidable 219-8. His innings, featuring eleven sixes, ranks second-highest in Major League Cricket. Partnering with Finn Allen (52), Fraser-McGurk’s aggressive batting helped Unicorns defeat Los Angeles Knight Riders by 32 runs. The victory moved SF Unicorns to the top of the league table.
Unmukt Chand showcased his talent in the MLC season, scoring a half-century for the Los Angeles Knight Riders. Despite his impressive 53 off 32 balls, the team fell short of the target. Chand, aiming for a spot in the USA cricket team, eyes the IPL 2025 mega-auction after retiring from Indian cricket in 2021.
South Africa secured their first ICC World Test Championship title in 2023-25 cycle, defeating Australia at Lord’s and ending a 27-year trophy drought. Temba Bavuma’s leadership and a dominant pace attack spearheaded their campaign, marked by a record-breaking eight-Test winning streak. Their formidable home form and breakthrough away series win in Bangladesh propelled them to the top.
Ahead of their Test series against England, the Indian cricket team is utilising a non-televised intra-squad match in Beckenham for preparation. Performance analysts from India and India A are employing specialised camera setups to collect crucial match data. This data helps assess player performance and simulate match conditions, ensuring broadcast-quality analysis despite the absence of live television coverage.
South Africa legend AB de Villiers revealed a temporary fallout with Virat Kohli after prematurely disclosing information about Kohli’s personal life in early 2024. De Villiers shared that Kohli ceased communication for months following the blunder, which involved publicly announcing Anushka Sharma’s pregnancy. He expressed relief when Kohli eventually resumed contact.
Gary Kirsten attributed his sudden departure as Pakistan’s white-ball coach to internal power struggles and a lack of authority, just six months into the role. He revealed his limited influence within the setup, particularly after being excluded from team selections. Kirsten expressed willingness to return under improved conditions, emphasising the need for cricket leadership and player focus.
Anushka Sharma celebrated Father’s Day with heartfelt posts. She shared a sweet card from daughter Vamika to Virat Kohli. Vamika’s adorable note charmed many fans online. Anushka also posted a photo of her father, Ajay Sharma. The Kohli family recently welcomed their son, Akaay. Virat retired from Test cricket in May 2025. The couple continues to protect their children’s privacy.
AB de Villiers described his Delhi Daredevils stint as “bittersweet,” highlighting internal chaos and “poisonous characters” despite playing alongside legends like Glenn McGrath and Daniel Vettori. De Villiers felt valued initially but was surprisingly released into the auction after a diminished role in 2010.
Grandmaster SL Narayanan, the top-rated player at the Delhi International Open GM Chess Tournament, experienced a disappointing finish after a strong start. Despite aiming for victory, a series of draws against lower-rated opponents led to a seventh-place result. Narayanan reflects on the mental challenges and the importance of maintaining a strong mindset for future success in his chess career.
Aakash Chopra cautions India against prioritising batting depth over bowling strength for the first Test against England at Headingley. He advises captain Shubman Gill to learn from past mistakes and field at least three specialist fast bowlers. Chopra suggests options like Shardul Thakur or a four-pronged pace attack alongside a specialist batter to bolster the team’s composition.