Preity Zinta, co-owner of Punjab Kings, expressed her excitement and support as the team reached the IPL 2025 final. She praised Shreyas Iyer’s leadership, the coaching staff, and key players for their contributions. Zinta’s message reflects the team’s collective spirit and the fans’ hopes as Punjab Kings aim for their first IPL title against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Armand “Mondo” Duplantis continues his pole vault dominance, setting a new world record of 6.28 meters at the Stockholm Diamond League. The Swedish athlete, surpassing his previous record, cleared 20 feet, 7 inches on his first attempt. Following a strategy similar to Sergey Bubka, Duplantis has consistently increased records, maintaining an exceptional performance since 2020.
Shreyas Iyer’s explosive 87* propelled Punjab Kings past Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2, securing their spot in the IPL 2025 final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Chasing 204, Punjab Kings were powered by Iyer and Wadhera’s crucial partnership. Iyer, who previously led KKR to victory, sealed the win with eight sixes, calling it his ‘top most knock’ in the IPL.
Reports suggest Virat Kohli may retire from Test cricket before the England series, surprising BCCI officials who wanted him to play. Despite appeals from fellow cricketers, Kohli seems determined. An old interview resurfaced where he expressed his ambition to score 10,000 Test runs.
IPL 2025 is witnessing off-field drama as singer Rahul Vaidya mocks Virat Kohli over a social media ‘like’ incident involving influencer Avneet Kaur. Kohli blamed Instagram’s algorithm, leading to Vaidya’s sarcastic response and alleged blocking. This sparked a fan backlash, with Vaidya hitting back, criticizing Kohli’s fans and questioning Kohli’s character, escalating the situation into a full-blown social media feud.
At Headingley, India showcased a blend of tradition and innovation, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill leading the charge. Their stellar performances, including twin centuries, propelled India to a commanding 359-3 at stumps on day one.
Ravi Shastri expressed his sadness over Virat Kohli’s sudden retirement from Test cricket, acknowledging Kohli’s significant impact as a player and ambassador, especially overseas. Shastri believes Kohli’s exit could have been managed more thoughtfully, suggesting better communication was needed. He reminisced about Kohli’s captaincy, highlighting the team’s success and Kohli’s commitment to Test cricket.
Shardul Thakur expresses confidence in India’s chances for the upcoming Test series against England, despite key players stepping back. He highlights the team’s fresh energy and the importance of adapting to English conditions. Recalling the 2021 series, Shardul aims for a historic win, marking India’s first Test series victory in England since 2007 and beginning their World Test Championship cycle.
MS Dhoni’s IPL 2025 season with Chennai Super Kings ended with a disappointing last-place finish, sparking debate about his role and future. Despite CSK’s struggles and Dhoni’s altered batting position, Suresh Raina defended his contributions, citing his experience and mentorship. Other experts like Sanjay Bangar and Adam Gilchrist suggested retirement, a shift from previous years.
