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Karun Nair’s double century propelled India A to a formidable 557 against England Lions in their unofficial Test. In response, the Lions displayed resilience, reaching 237 for 2 at stumps on Day 2. Tom Haines led the charge with an unbeaten 103, supported by Max Holden’s fluent 64, setting up an intriguing Day 3.

Mumbai Indians will take on Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2025 for a spot in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The game set to commence on June 1 is under threat from the possibility of rain, with Ahmedabad experiencing light showers a day ahead of the high-octane clash.

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has quashed rumours of a rift with Mumbai Indians’ Hardik Pandya after a video from the IPL 2025 Eliminator went viral. Gill posted a photo on Instagram, smiling alongside Pandya, stating, “Nothing but love,” dismissing online speculation.

During a high-pressure IPL 2025 Eliminator, Jasprit Bumrah and Rahul Tewatia were involved in a heated exchange. The incident occurred after Tewatia hit Bumrah for a six, followed by two missed shots. Bumrah took offense to Tewatia’s mutterings, leading to a brief but intense confrontation, highlighting the emotions of knockout cricket.

Jacob Bethell, fresh off his IPL stint, starred in England’s ODI victory, though he humorously bemoaned the soft hotel beds affecting his back. Despite limited game time with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Bethell emphasises the invaluable learning experience, particularly observing Virat Kohli’s approach to spin and his captivating presence both on and off the field.

Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan are set to clash in the UEFA Champions League final in Munich. PSG seek their first title, while Inter aim for their first since 2010. PSG overcame a shaky start and tough opponents, while Inter navigated a challenging path with close victories.

Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling performance led Mumbai Indians to a 20-run victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2025 Eliminator. AB de Villiers lauded Bumrah as a game-changer, emphasizing his impact until the very end. Bumrah’s crucial dismissal of Washington Sundar shifted the momentum, while Hardik Pandya’s strategic use of Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan’s dismissal proved pivotal.

Magnus Carlsen, the world’s top-ranked chess player, has praised the rising stars of Indian chess, including D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, and Arjun Erigaisi, highlighting the bright future of the sport in India. Carlsen secured a victory against Erigaisi in the Norway Chess 2025 tournament, where he currently leads.