Following an Israel-Iran ceasefire, President Trump suggested China could continue purchasing Iranian oil, though the White House clarified this wasn't an easing of US sanctions. Despite Trump's call for China to buy more US oil, analysts doubt this will significantly alter China's import patterns, given existing trade dynamics and Beijing's energy security priorities.
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Following their Headingley defeat, the Indian cricket team has commenced preparations for the second Test against England in Birmingham. Despite Jasprit Bumrah's presence, he refrained from on-field activities, while Prasidh Krishna was also absent from bowling drills. Coach Gautam Gambhir engaged in discussions with pacers, and players participated in net sessions.
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Only Rishabh Pant can clear the ropes comfortably with the one hand coming off, only he can deflate the opposition in a single session of audacious stroke play. He brought up his Test century No 7 with a one-handed six over mid-on. He celebrated with a somersault, entertained the crowd further as the showstopper put on an another box-office performance on the England soil.
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India dominated Day 1 of the first Test against England, reaching 359 for 3 at stumps, thanks to centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill. The pair's 123-run partnership steadied the innings after India lost two quick wickets. A near run-out incident involving Gill added drama, followed by lighthearted banter between Jaiswal and Gill regarding running between the wickets.
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