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08 Jul

Djokovic, Swiatek, Sinner Keep Wimbledon Dreams Alive Amid Drama and Injury Fears

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsBen Shelton, Flavio Cobolli, Grand Slam, Iga Swiatek, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, tennis, Wimbledon 2025

London, July 8, 2025 — Novak Djokovic’s relentless pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam title continues at Wimbledon as he prepares to face Italy’s Flavio Cobolli in the quarter-finals, while Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner navigate their own high-stakes paths on the grass of SW19.The Serbian star, who has endured heartbreak in recent majors including back-to-back Wimbledon final losses to Carlos Alcaraz battled back from a shaky start against Australia’s Alex de Minaur in the fourth round. After dropping the first set, Djokovic found his rhythm to win the next three.“He was exposing my game, exposing my weaknesses,” Djokovic…

08 Jul

“India Jaan Chukka Hai”: Yuzvendra Chahal Breaks Silence on RJ Mahvash Rumours on Kapil Sharma Show

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, SportsKapil Sharma, RJ Mahvash, The Great Indian Kapil Show, Yuzvendra Chahal

Mumbai, July 8, 2025 — Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has finally spoken out about persistent rumours linking him romantically with radio jockey and influencer RJ Mahvash, during his recent appearance on “The Great Indian Kapil Show” streaming on Netflix.While both Chahal and Mahvash have repeatedly insisted they are “just friends,” their frequent public appearances together and social media exchanges have fuelled ongoing speculation about a possible relationship.Appearing alongside fellow cricketers Rishabh Pant, Gautam Gambhir, and Abhishek Sharma, Chahal was quizzed by host Kapil Sharma about the “mystery girl” in his life. With a knowing smile, Chahal replied, “India jaan chukka hai…

06 Jul

India Crush England by 336 Runs at Edgbaston as Gill and Akash Deep Script Historic Test Triumph

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsAkash Deep 10 wickets, Edgbaston Test, India vs England, Shubman Gill record

National Times Bureau, July 6: India etched their name into cricketing history on July 6, clinching a thumping 336-run victory over England at Edgbaston—their first-ever Test win at the iconic venue. The triumph not only leveled the five-match series 1–1 but also showcased two phenomenal performances destined for the record books.Captain Shubman Gill was named Player of the Match after an extraordinary batting display, amassing a colossal 430 runs across both innings, with scores of 269 and 161. His aggregate became one of the highest by a visiting batter in England, underlining his growing stature as a modern-day Test giant.But it…

06 Jul

Djokovic Hits 100 Wins at Wimbledon, Joins Elite Club

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsMiomir Kecmanovic, Novak Djokovic, tennis records, Wimbledon

London, July 6 — Novak Djokovic etched his name deeper into Wimbledon history on Saturday, becoming only the third player ever to record 100 singles victories at the prestigious tournament.The seven-time Wimbledon champion eased past compatriot Miomir Kecmanovic 6-3, 6-0, 6-4 on Centre Court, notching the century milestone in his 20th appearance at the All England Club.“Any history that I make in my favorite tournament, I'm blessed,” Djokovic, 38, told the crowd in his on-court interview.He joins an elite group alongside Martina Navratilova, who leads with 120 singles wins, and Roger Federer, who finished his career with 105 Wimbledon singles…

05 Jul

India Tightens Grip as England Reels at Edgbaston

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsAkash Deep, Edgbaston Test, India vs England, Shubman Gill

Birmingham, July 5— India seized complete control of the Edgbaston Test on Sunday, declaring their second innings at 427/6 and leaving England with an improbable 608-run target heading into the final day.Shubman Gill starred yet again, scoring a sublime 161 to add to his monumental 269 from the first innings, surpassing Sunil Gavaskar’s record for the most runs by an Indian in a single Test match. KL Rahul (66), Rishabh Pant (58), and Ravindra Jadeja (54*) provided vital contributions to propel India’s total in the second innings.In reply, England faltered early and reached stumps at 58/3. Young pacer Akash Deep…

04 Jul

Smith, Brook Lead England Fightback, But India Remain on Top in Edgbaston Test

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsEdgbaston Test, Harry Brook, India vs England, Jamie Smith century

Edgbaston, July 4: Jamie Smith and Harry Brook staged a spectacular rescue act for England on Day 3 of the second Test against India, but the visitors retained a strong grip on the match with a healthy lead heading into Day 4.Resuming at a shaky 77/3, England’s top order crumbled further in the morning as Mohammed Siraj dismissed Joe Root and Ben Stokes in quick succession, leaving the hosts reeling at 84/5.From there, wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith and Harry Brook transformed the innings with an extraordinary 303-run stand for the sixth wicket. Smith, playing only his sixth Test, smashed a career-best unbeaten 184, becoming…

04 Jul

Gukesh Beats Carlsen Again as Norwegian Ace Admits He’s ‘Not Enjoying Chess’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportschess, Gukesh, Magnus Carlsen, SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz

Zagreb, July 4 — India's D Gukesh delivered another masterclass against world number one Magnus Carlsen, defeating the Norwegian in the rapid format at the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz tournament on Thursday. This marks the 19-year-old Grandmaster’s second consecutive win over Carlsen in less than a month, following a memorable victory in classical play at the Norway Chess tournament.The latest defeat prompted Carlsen to express deep frustration with his current form and relationship with the game. “Honestly, I am not enjoying playing chess at all right now,” he admitted during a post-match interview with Take Take Take. “I just don’t…

03 Jul

Gill’s Record 269 Powers India to 587; England Reels at 77/3 on Day 2 at Edgbaston

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Edgbaston, July 3: Shubman Gill lit up Day 2 of the second Test with a masterful 269 the highest-ever score by an Indian captain on English soil steering India to a mammoth 587 in their first innings. His innings, laced with 13th double-century of his Test career, was the cornerstone of India’s dominance.Partnering with Ravindra Jadeja, who contributed a solid 89, Gill added over 200 runs for the sixth wicket, showcasing control and grit against England’s pace and swing. Earlier contributions from Yashasvi Jaiswal (87) helped build momentum, as India’s top and middle order fired collectively.England’s reply got off to…

03 Jul

Gill Scripts History with Record Double Ton as Indian Captain in England

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Edgbaston, July 3: Shubman Gill etched his name in cricketing history on Thursday, becoming the first Indian and Asian captain to score a double century in a Test match in England. The milestone came on Day 2 of the second Test at Edgbaston, as Gill pulled Josh Tongue for a single to reach the landmark.The Indian skipper’s innings didn’t just make history — it rewrote records. His eventual score surpassed Sunil Gavaskar’s 221 at The Oval in 1979, setting a new mark for the highest individual Test score by an Indian batter on English soil. Before Gill’s feat, the best…

02 Jul

Gill’s Ton Puts India on Top After Day 1 at Edgbaston

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Edgbaston, July 2: India finished Day 1 of the second Test against England in a commanding position at 310 for 5, thanks to a sublime unbeaten century by Shubman Gill and a powerful start from Yashasvi Jaiswal.After England captain Ben Stokes opted to bowl first, Jaiswal laid a strong foundation with a composed 87, frustrating the English seamers in the morning session. His knock set the tone for India’s innings before falling just before lunch.Shubman Gill took charge after Jaiswal’s dismissal and remained unbeaten at stumps with a masterful 114 his seventh Test century showcasing elegant strokeplay and exceptional concentration.…