German biathlon champion Laura Dahlmeier tragically died in a climbing accident on Laila Peak after being struck by falling rocks. Rescue efforts were hampered by weather, and her partner, Marina Eva, reached safety. Dahlmeier’s family expressed gratitude for the rescue attempts, honoring her wish that no one risk their life for her recovery.
Divya Deshmukh, the youngest Indian woman to win the chess World Cup, has a family history with the game. Her great-grandfather, Dr. Durgaprasad Sharma, played chess with Vinoba Bhave. Divya’s mother, Dr. Namrata Deshmukh, enrolled her in a chess academy at age five. Divya won her first national gold medal in 2012. Her parents supported her chess career, with Dr.
Tensions flared ahead of the crucial fifth Test at The Oval as India captain Shubman Gill addressed a controversy involving head coach Gautam Gambhir and curator Lee Fortis over pitch access. Gill questioned Fortis’s conduct and restrictions, while Ben Stokes criticiced the demanding schedule. With England leading the series 2-1, the final Test is poised to be a dramatic conclusion.
Shubman Gill and the team management are contemplating the playing XI for Thursday’s match, with Dhruv Jurel’s batting skills under scrutiny. Rishabh Pant’s absence necessitates a strategic reshuffle, potentially impacting the inclusion of Kuldeep Yadav or the persistence with Washington Sundar. Jasprit Bumrah’s availability remains uncertain, while Arshdeep has been asked to be ready.
Dale Steyn predicts Mohammed Siraj will claim five wickets in the crucial fifth Test against England, especially with Jasprit Bumrah likely absent. India trail 2-1 in the series, needing a win to level. While Siraj’s average improves without Bumrah, maintaining his energy throughout the match remains a key challenge.
Yorkshire’s County Championship match against Sussex has been marked by exceptional catches. A young fan casually caught a six hit by Finlay Bean while seated in the stands, a day after James Wharton’s spectacular diving catch. Wharton’s effort, hailed as potentially the greatest of all time, secured Sussex’s first wicket, adding to the game’s excitement.
Shubman Gill’s India faces England in the crucial 5th Test at The Oval, needing a win to level the series. The London weather forecast predicts rain throughout the match, potentially favoring swing bowlers. India seeks to maintain momentum from their Manchester comeback, while England, led by Ollie Pope, deals with injuries, adding intrigue to the contest.
Shubman Gill is on the verge of surpassing Don Bradman’s 90-year-old record for most runs by a captain in a Test series, needing just 89 runs. As India face England in the decisive final Test at The Oval, Gill aims to etch his name in history.
Lionel Messi’s brilliance shone again as he delivered two crucial assists, including a last-gasp one, securing Inter Miami’s thrilling 2-1 victory over Atlas in the Leagues Cup opener. His visible frustration after the winning goal sparked online buzz. The match was marked by tension, including a sideline argument between coaches.
