Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has criticised Shubman Gill's captaincy during the fourth Test against England, highlighting the delayed introduction of Washington Sundar as a significant concern. Despite the pitch favoring spin, Gill's reluctance to utilise Sundar until the 69th over, even after his impactful performance at Lord's, drew sharp criticism.
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N Jagadeesan is likely to join the Indian team in England as cover for the injured Rishabh Pant, who suffered a metatarsal fracture. With Ishan Kishan also injured, selectors turned to Jagadeesan, currently awaiting visa processing. Pant had injured his toe on the opening day of the fourth Test while attempting a reverse sweep.
Chris Woakes discussed the delivery that injured Rishabh Pant's toe, leading to a fracture and his withdrawal from the ongoing Test series. Woakes suspected Pant might attack, so he bowled a slower, fuller ball that struck Pant's foot unexpectedly. Scans revealed a fracture, and Ishan Kishan is likely to replace him as wicketkeeper.
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Kamal Haasan, the veteran actor and Makkal Needhi Maiam founder, is now a Rajya Sabha MP. He took his oath in Tamil. He expressed honour to serve in the Upper House. Haasan's entry marks a significant step in his political journey. He was nominated with DMK-led alliance support. He had filed his nomination earlier this month
Following Mitch Marner's departure, the Toronto Maple Leafs are aggressively reshaping their roster. General Manager Brad Treliving is exploring trades involving key players like Morgan Rielly and Brandon Carlo. A potential reunion with fan favorite Nazem Kadri is also being considered as Toronto aims for a more balanced and goal-heavy team.
A 22-year-old Vipin Kumar was fatally stabbed near Jaipur. The alleged attacker Mohammad Anas and his aides are in custody. The incident triggered communal tension and protests. Anas, a history-sheeter, has several criminal cases against him. Police are investigating the motive behind the murder. Anas was shot in the leg during his arrest.
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Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic frontman of Black Sabbath and a heavy metal legend, has passed away at the age of 76, weeks after performing his farewell show. Known for his dark stage presence and influential role in shaping heavy metal music, Osbourne battled health issues, including Parkinson's disease, in recent years.