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Asia Cup 2025: India Squad Announced, Shubman Gill Named Vice-Captain; Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal left out
Gill, who had missed India's previous three bilateral T20I series against Bangladesh, South Africa, and England, pushed his way back into the team based on a historic run during the five-Test series in England, in which he accumulated 754 runs at an average of 75. The 25-year-old has also been appointed vice-captain, with Suryakumar Yadav as the captain.
Pakistan Unveils 2025–26 Central Contracts, Babar and Rizwan Face Downgrades
Both Rizwan and Babar were also left out of Pakistan's T20I squad for the coming Asia Cup. Although the duo was a part of the just-concluded ODI series against the West Indies, they have not appeared in Pakistan's T20I team since last year. Rizwan has also led the team in ODIs.
Alcaraz Claims Maiden Cincinnati Title as Sinner Retires
Sinner, who looked ill from the beginning, afterward announced he had been ill since Sunday. "I'm super sorry to let you down," the Italian explained. "Yesterday I didn't feel well. I hoped to get better overnight. It came up worse. I tried to come out and at least make a small game but I couldn't take more. I'm very, very sorry to you all."
Shreyas, Jitesh, Rinku, and Riyan Under Spotlight Ahead of India’s Asia Cup Squad Meeting
The players chosen for the eight-nation event will be among the central figures in India's build-up to next year's Men's T20 World Cup, to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
Gill, Jaiswal May Not Make It to Asia Cup Squad: Report
The two players were impressive in the just-concluded England Test series, with Gill being in scintillating form and Jaiswal also making significant contributions. However, a Sportstar report indicates that there is a chance that both of them may miss the final cut.
Cincinnati Open: Rybakina Upsets Sabalenka, Alcaraz Overcomes Rublev To Enter Semis
The ninth seed from Kazakhstan delivered a clinical display to record her seventh career win over a world No. 1, securing a blockbuster semi-final against six-time Grand Slam title holder Iga Swiatek — an all-Wimbledon champion showdown.
Sinner Defeats Auger-Aliassime to Reach Cincinnati Semifinals
Auger-Aliassime struggled early, committing 13 unforced errors in the first set. While the 23rd seed once led 2-0 in the second, momentum soon disappeared. Eight double faults and inconsistency from behind the baseline enabled the 23-year-old Italian to stay in charge and close out the win, ATP said.
Yuvraj Calls Manchester Draw a Defining Moment for Team India in England Tests
On a flat Old Trafford track, India played out the last five sessions to save the Test and end on a draw in the fourth Test. Skipper Shubman Gill anchored the innings with a gritty 103, and KL Rahul added a hard-fought 90 of 230 deliveries.
Sachin Tendulkar’s Son Arjun Gets Engaged to Hotelier Ravi Ghai’s Granddaughter Saaniya Chandok
A left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder, Arjun is currently playing for Goa in domestic cricket and also played for the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Alcaraz and Sinner Reach Cincinnati Open Quarterfinals
The Spaniard completed the opening set in 27 minutes, compensating for a late start to his evening session following rain earlier in the day, which had caused Centre Court to fall behind schedule.
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