Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is returning to Earth on July 15 after 18 days on the ISS, marking India's return to human spaceflight after 41 years. As part of Axiom Mission 4, he conducted over 60 experiments, including ISRO-designed projects for the Gaganyaan mission. Shukla honored ISRO and India's space legacy during his farewell, inspiring future generations.
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Former England captain Nasser Hussain has criticised the slow over rate in the England-India Test at Lord's, labeling delays as 'diabolical' and urging stricter umpire action. Stuart Broad blames authorities for inaction, highlighting the impact on fans and broadcasters. Kumar Sangakkara prioritises entertaining cricket over strict over quotas, acknowledging issues with time-wasting.
Shubman Gill's stellar batting performance, including becoming the first batter to score 250 and 150 in the same match, and Akash Deep's 10-wicket haul powered India to a record-breaking 336-run victory over England at Edgbaston. Gill's captaincy debut marked India's first win at the venue since 1967, leveling the series 1-1.
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KL Rahul's composed century at Lord's helped India match England's 387, with Rahul revealing his mental training regime involving F1 experts. A 141-run partnership with Rishabh Pant and contributions from Ravindra Jadeja further solidified India's innings. Tensions flared as England began their second innings, setting the stage for a balanced Day 4.
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KL Rahul's dropped catch of Jamie Smith proved costly as Smith scored a vital 51, helping England recover from a precarious position to post 387. Jasprit Bumrah's fiery spell of 5/74, including a devastating seven-ball burst, was instrumental in India's fightback.