Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans face off in a crucial IPL 2025 match, both vying for playoff berths. MI, on a six-game winning streak, needs two more wins to secure qualification. GT’s strong top order, featuring Sudharsan, Buttler and Gill, will be tested by MI’s bowling attack, spearheaded by Boult and Bumrah.

In an inconsequential yet explosive encounter, Sunrisers Hyderabad unleashed their batting firepower, with Heinrich Klaasen’s blistering 105 off just 37 balls and Travis Head’s aggressive 76 setting the tone. Their brutal onslaught powered SRH to a towering 278/3. In reply, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) crumbled for just 168, handing SRH a thumping 110-run victory and a strong finish to their IPL 2025 campaign — though it came too late to change their fortunes this season.

Novak Djokovic, the ‘Mentalist,’ prepares to battle Jannik Sinner in the French Open semifinals, a clash of generations and contrasting styles. Djokovic aims to leverage his experience against the in-form Sinner, who has won their last three encounters. Meanwhile, defending champion Carlos Alcaraz will face Lorenzo Musetti in the other semi-final.

India A extended their lead to 184 runs against England Lions on the third day of the second unofficial Test, reaching 163 for four in their second innings. Khaleel Ahmed’s impressive 4/70 helped India A restrict England Lions to 327 after posting 348 in their first innings.

Following their Test retirements, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are set to concentrate on ODIs, aiming for the 2027 World Cup. India has scheduled 27 ODIs across nine series to prepare, offering the veterans ample opportunity. Kohli retired from Tests after 123 matches, while Sharma will continue in the 50-over format, guiding a younger team.

The second unofficial four-day Test between India A and England Lions concluded in a draw at Northampton. India A declared their second innings at 417/7, setting England Lions a target of 439. Tanush Kotian’s unbeaten 90 and Anshul Kamboj’s 51 led India A’s batting effort. England Lions were 32/3 in their second innings.

Anushka Sharma celebrated Father’s Day with heartfelt posts. She shared a sweet card from daughter Vamika to Virat Kohli. Vamika’s adorable note charmed many fans online. Anushka also posted a photo of her father, Ajay Sharma. The Kohli family recently welcomed their son, Akaay. Virat retired from Test cricket in May 2025. The couple continues to protect their children’s privacy.

Haider Ali’s journey from a small Pakistani village to the UAE national cricket team is a testament to his unwavering resilience. Overcoming obstacles like working as a waiter, selling fruits during the pandemic, and surviving a near-fatal accident, he persevered to chase his cricketing dream.