Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a prodigious cricket talent from Bihar, overcame age restrictions to shine. Coaches recognized his potential early, fast-tracking him to U-19 cricket where he impressed with aggressive batting. His U-19 Test debut featured a record-breaking century.
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Young Prabhsimran Singh’s explosive 91 off 48 balls powered Punjab Kings to a massive victory against LSG. Matthew Hayden lauded Prabhsimran’s fearless hitting, drawing comparisons to a young MS Dhoni’s six-hitting prowess. Prabhsimran’s knock, combined with contributions from Inglis, Iyer and Shashank Singh, propelled PBKS to 236/5, which proved too much for LSG, securing crucial points in the playoff race.
Australia’s head coach, Andrew McDonald, has voiced his support for Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne despite their recent struggles, particularly after the WTC final loss. McDonald emphasized Labuschagne’s potential and Khawaja’s stability at the top, highlighting their importance to the team’s future. He believes both players have the capacity to return to form and contribute significantly.
The Mumbai Cricket Association honored Rohit Sharma by renaming a stand at Wankhede Stadium after him. Suryakumar Yadav paid a heartfelt tribute, praising Rohit’s leadership and impact on the game. The dedication followed Rohit’s recent triumph, leading India to victory in the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup, celebrated by the Mumbai Indians squad and dignitaries.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a high-scoring match. LSG scored 227/3, led by Rishabh Pant’s century. RCB chased the target, finishing at 231/3. Virat Kohli scored 54, and RCB’s captain hit an unbeaten 85. RCB secured a top-two position and will play Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1.
Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket after a remarkable 14-year career, amassing 9230 runs, including 30 centuries. He and his wife, Anushka Sharma, were spotted at the Mumbai airport shortly after the announcement. Kohli, India’s most successful Test captain with 40 wins, expressed gratitude for the game and his experiences, stepping away with a heart full of gratitude.
Jack Draper defeated Lorenzo Musetti, setting up a Madrid Open final clash with Casper Ruud, who overcame a rib issue to beat Francisco Cerundolo. Ruud seeks his first Masters 1000 title after two previous final losses. Draper acknowledged Ruud’s experience and the challenge ahead.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their first IPL title, defeating Punjab Kings in a thrilling final, sparking massive celebrations among fans. Upon their return to Bengaluru, the team was greeted by huge crowds and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. In videos circulating on social media, the crowd outside the stadium grew so large that Karnataka Police had to use mild force to manage the swelling numbers and maintain order.
At Puja Pujara’s book launch, Rohit Sharma shared a humorous anecdote from a 2012 West Indies tour, recalling how Cheteshwar Pujara was mobbed after venturing out late for vegetarian food. Sharma also lauded Pujara’s resilience in overcoming ACL injuries to play over 100 Tests.