In the last 10 years, Indian tennis has had only three players make the singles main draw. That trend hasn't been bucked this year. Instead of the players on the court, it is cricketers and celebrities in the stands that have enamoured the public. Once a regional powerhouse, India now lack singles players in the top 100. Vijay Amritraj lamented the decline, calling for a systemic overhaul and greater individual commitment to regain global competitiveness.

Shubman Gill's incredible form, highlighted by twin centuries in the second Test, propelled India to a dominant victory over England, leveling the series 1-1. As Gill aims to continue his stellar run at Lord's, England captain Ben Stokes acknowledges the challenge and reveals Jofra Archer's return to the playing XI, hoping his presence will shift the momentum.

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma were seen at Wimbledon 2025, watching Novak Djokovic defeat Alex de Minaur. Actress Avneet Kaur also attended, sparking online buzz due to a recent social media incident involving Kohli. Kohli addressed the speculation, clarifying it was an algorithmic error, while Djokovic advanced to the quarterfinals.

Shubman Gill's stellar Test performances have propelled him to a career-best sixth position in the ICC rankings, while Harry Brook reclaims the top spot, surpassing Joe Root. Several players, including Ravindra Jadeja and Jamie Smith, have also made significant gains after the Edgbaston Test. In ODIs, Charith Asalanka and Kusal Mendis shine, with Wanindu Hasaranga surging in bowling rankings.

Stuart Broad has heavily criticized Australia's current top-order batting lineup, deeming it the "most muddled" he's witnessed, especially when compared to the era of Hayden, Langer, and Ponting. He questioned Cameron Green's position at number three and emphasized the need to protect Steve Smith's batting position further down the order.

Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh by 99 runs in the final ODI at Pallekele, securing a 2-1 series victory. Kusal Mendis's brilliant century and Sri Lanka's dominant bowling performance led to the win. Mendis, named player of the series, scored 124 runs. Dushmantha Chameera and Asitha Fernando each took three wickets, dismantling Bangladesh's batting lineup, who were chasing 286.

Following Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's appearances, another cricketing icon joined the list of Indian cricket stars at Wimbledon. Rishabh Pant, Deepak Chahar, and Jaya Bhardwaj were also spotted, adding to the growing trend of Indian athletes attending the prestigious tournament alongside global sporting icons. Earlier, David Beckham and John Cena were also spotted in the Royal Box.

Following a travel day from Birmingham, India's cricket team held an optional practice session at Lord's Cricket Ground. Key players like Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant were absent, while Jasprit Bumrah, returning for the third Test, bowled extensively and worked on his batting. The team, buoyed by their Edgbaston victory, aims to capitalise on Bumrah's return and the bowlers' form.

Shubman Gill is set to play in the third Test against England with great confidence after his outstanding performance in the second Test. India aim to continue its winning momentum at Lord's, where they have a strong record. Gill, who leads the series in runs, is close to breaking Rahul Dravid's record for most runs scored in England.

Ahead of India's Lord's Test, the pitch is expected to favor bowlers, especially in the initial sessions, with more life than previous matches. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak noted the green tinge and potential for low first-innings scores. The iconic Lord's slope presents a unique challenge, requiring batsmen to adjust their technique to counter the ball's movement.