Day 2 of the IND vs ENG Test at Headingley was filled with drama, highlighted by Jasprit Bumrah’s menacing bowling. Despite Ollie Pope’s resilient century, Bumrah’s three wickets and near-misses dominated the game and social media. India’s earlier batting collapse, losing 7 wickets for 41 runs, also fueled online humor.
Royal Challengers Bangalore secured their first IPL title in Ahmedabad. They defeated Punjab Kings by 6 runs in a thrilling final. Virat Kohli dedicated the victory to AB de Villiers. Kohli shared an emotional moment with De Villiers after the win. Kohli acknowledged De Villiers’ immense contribution to the franchise. RCB posted 190/9, and Hazlewood’s final over sealed the victory.
A record-breaking crowd witnessed the IPL 2025 Final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings at Narendra Modi Stadium. Punjab Kings chose to bowl first, restricting RCB to 190/9 despite Virat Kohli’s anchoring innings. With a slightly under-par score, RCB faces a challenging second innings in front of a massive audience.
Rajat Patidar, back from injury, led Royal Challengers Bengaluru after winning the toss and choosing to field against Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 1. RCB brought in Josh Hazlewood for Nuwan Thushara, while Punjab Kings replaced Marco Jansen with Azmatullah Omarzai. Jitesh Sharma, who captained RCB in Patidar’s absence, returned to his wicket-keeping role. Why is Jitesh Sharma not leading RCB today?India is set to include caste enumeration in its upcoming census, a practice discontinued post-independence except for SCs and STs. This decision, driven by political and social demands, aims to provide insights into caste-based socio-economic disparities. The data could reshape affirmative action policies and address inequalities, though some fear it may reinforce divisions.
Rajat Patidar, Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain, chose to bowl first after winning the toss against Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 1. RCB replaced Nuwan Thushara with Josh Hazlewood, while Punjab Kings brought in Azmatullah Omarzai for Marco Jansen. Yuzvendra Chahal’s absence from Punjab Kings’ XI due to a minor niggle raised concerns despite earlier hopes for his recovery.
Mitchell Starc will not participate in the remainder of the IPL 2025, informing Delhi Capitals of his decision. As the team resumes practice, they anticipate the arrival of Faf du Plessis, Tristan Stubbs, and mentor Kevin Pietersen. With several players unavailable due to international duties, franchises are making temporary replacements, including Delhi Capitals signing Mustafizur Rahman.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have retired from Test cricket. India will play its first Test match without both players in over three years. Rohit Sharma retired on May 7. Virat Kohli announced his retirement via Instagram. Together, they played 190 Tests. They amassed 13,531 runs. India’s tour of England in July 2025 will mark a new chapter.
Yashasvi Jaiswal showcased his remarkable form by scoring his fifth Test century on Day 1 against England at Headingley. The young opener’s commanding innings, filled with 16 fours and a six, solidified his position as a key red-ball batter for India.
Rishabh Pant’s unbeaten 65 and record-breaking sixes propelled India to a strong position on day one of the Leeds Test against England. Pant surpassed Rohit Sharma for most sixes by an Indian in the World Test Championship. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s century and Shubman Gill’s ton on his captaincy debut further solidified India’s dominance, setting the stage for a potentially commanding victory.