Sanjana Ganesan revealed that Jasprit Bumrah’s cricket has improved since their son Angad’s birth, attributing it to a peaceful home life. She also highlighted the unique personalities of cricketers’ wives and their complementary roles. Sanjana shared lighthearted moments with Bumrah, noting his attempts to distract her during interviews and their comfortable off-field bond as ‘gossip buddies’.

Amidst escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) faces uncertainty. A drone strike near the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium led to the cancellation of two matches, prompting discussions about relocating remaining fixtures to Karachi. Concerns among England cricketers and coaches have also risen following recent military actions, potentially leading to their early departure from the tournament.

Astrologer Greenstone Lobo predicts South Africa will triumph over Australia in the World Test Championship final. Lobo’s analysis, based on planetary positions and player horoscopes, suggests Australia’s past successes have diminished their ‘karmic quota.

Ricky Ponting believes India possesses the talent to overcome the retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in Test cricket. He highlighted the emergence of young players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and the experience of senior players such as KL Rahul and Jasprit Bumrah.

Magnus Carlsen faced a shocking defeat against 19-year-old Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh at the Norway Chess tournament, triggering visible frustration. Carlsen acknowledged Gukesh’s fighting spirit and youthful energy as decisive factors. Following the loss, Carlsen rebounded with an Armageddon win over Hikaru Nakamura.

Finn Allen’s explosive innings of 150 runs off 49 balls propelled the San Francisco Unicorns to a record-breaking total in the Major League Cricket season opener. Allen smashed 19 sixes, setting new benchmarks for the fastest 150 in T20 cricket and most sixes in a men’s T20 innings.

Faf du Plessis highlighted Axar Patel’s absence as a significant setback for Delhi Capitals against Mumbai Indians, emphasizing Patel’s potential impact on the dry Wankhede pitch, similar to Mitchell Santner’s successful spell.

Rohit Sharma’s decision to skip the Sydney Test earlier this year, despite Ravi Shastri’s strong disagreement, has resurfaced. Shastri revealed he would have insisted Sharma play, believing his potential match-winning innings, even a small one, could have altered the series outcome. Earlier in June 2024, Rohit had also called time on his T20I career after leading India to a seven-run victory over South Africa in the final of the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup.

Suryakumar Yadav’s explosive 73 not out propelled Mumbai Indians to a crucial 59-run victory over Delhi Capitals, securing their place in the IPL 2025 playoffs. Yadav dedicated his Player of the Match award to his wife, Devisha Shetty, adding a heartwarming touch to the win.

Cricket enthusiasts anticipate a thrilling clash between Australia and South Africa in the ICC World Test Championship final at Lord’s, spotlighting the duel between Steve Smith and Kagiso Rabada. Smith has scored 128 runs against Rabada in past encounters.