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Michael Vaughan suggests Harry Brook as a potential future England Test captain, impressed by his natural leadership qualities displayed on the field. Vaughan believes Brook could be a better fit than current vice-captain Ollie Pope, even though Pope is a great support to the captain. Brook’s prior experience captaining England’s white-ball team further strengthens Vaughan’s argument.

Nasser Hussain and Dinesh Karthik have criticized match officials for halting play early on Day 4 of the fifth Test at The Oval. England, at 339 for 6, needed 35 more runs to win, while India required four wickets to draw the series. Hussain questioned why the umpires didn’t offer an extra half-hour, potentially allowing for a thrilling finish.

Ajay Jadeja lauded Harry Brook’s impactful batting style, drawing comparisons to Rishabh Pant due to their similar aggressive approach and the tendency for their bats to fly. Brook’s aggressive innings, featuring a rapid scoring burst and a century, shifted the momentum for England.

In a dramatic turn at The Oval, injured Chris Woakes has declared himself available to bat for England in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy’s final day. Despite a painful shoulder injury, Woakes is prepared to bat at No.11 if needed to secure the remaining 35 runs for a series victory against India.

Noah Lyles and Kenny Bednarek engaged in a post-race confrontation at the U.S. track championships after Lyles won the 200-meter final. Bednarek shoved Lyles, sparking a heated exchange and setting the stage for a highly anticipated rematch at the world championships.

Nasser Hussain believes Mohammed Siraj’s costly missed catch of Harry Brook, who was at 19, might overshadow his otherwise stellar performance in the series. Brook capitalised, scoring a century, shifting the momentum towards England.

India’s chess prowess shone at the Women’s World Cup, where Divya Deshmukh secured a remarkable victory, inspiring fellow players like Gukesh. He emphasized the importance of success in both men’s and women’s chess for India, expressing excitement for the upcoming World Cup to be hosted in India.

Tymal Mills, formerly a fast bowler for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, has broken new ground by launching an OnlyFans account, clarifying it will focus on cricket and lifestyle content, not adult material. Mills aims to connect directly with fans, offering insights into the life of a cricketer beyond the usual media soundbites.

India’s meticulous pitch roller strategy at The Oval became a major talking point, influencing batting conditions throughout the Test. The team’s choice of light roller on the second morning contrasted with England’s use of the heavy roller, impacting scoring opportunities. India’s field settings and overall approach seemed heavily influenced by the roller’s effects, leading to questions about their strategy.