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Team India's assistant coach, Ryan ten Doeschate, has confirmed that Rishabh Pant is nearing full fitness before the fourth Test against England. Despite a finger injury sustained during the Lord's Test, Pant batted with pain and scored a valuable 74. The decision on whether he will keep wickets in Manchester is yet to be made, prioritizing his complete recovery.

Team India's assistant coach, Ryan ten Doeschate, revealed that Jasprit Bumrah's availability for the crucial fourth Test at Old Trafford will be decided in Manchester. The decision hinges on factors like weather conditions, the team's best chance of winning, and a holistic view of the last two games in the series, considering Bumrah's preferred shorter spells.

Middlesex batter Luke Hollman's innovative shot against Surrey, a blend of scoop and reverse switch hit, has taken social media by storm, sparking debate over its name. Despite Hollman's unbeaten 32 and earlier taking two crucial wickets, Middlesex fell short by eight runs in their chase of Surrey's 189.

Team India faces mounting challenges ahead of the crucial fourth Test against England in Manchester. Arshdeep Singh's hand injury during practice adds to existing concerns, including uncertainty around Jasprit Bumrah's availability and Rishabh Pant's finger injury. England also suffer a blow with Shoaib Bashir ruled out due to a finger fracture.

Actor and choreographer Sanam Johar, known for his work in 'Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin' and dance reality shows, celebrates Tattoo Day by sharing his passion for tattoos. Owning two studios in Mumbai, Sanam has eight to nine tattoos, including his first, 'Ek Onkar,' symbolizing unity.

Stuart Broad criticized Yashasvi Jaiswal's poor shot selection in the second innings of the Lord's Test, stating it opened the door for England's victory. Broad highlighted that Jaiswal's aggressive style puts pressure on the opposition, but his dismissal allowed England to control the game and ultimately win by 22 runs, taking a 2-1 lead in the series.

Pakistani Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem, who won gold at the Paris Games, has voiced concerns over unfulfilled promises of land plots made after his victory. Despite receiving cash prizes, the plot announcements remain unfulfilled. Nadeem recently underwent successful muscle surgery in the UK for a calf injury and is preparing for the World Championships.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old Indian cricketer, is making waves in England. He is part of the India U19 team. Suryavanshi played a key role in the Youth ODI series win. He also scored a half-century in the 1st Youth Test. The team visited Lord's, soaking in the history. Suryavanshi admired portraits of various cricket legends.

Italy, known for their exploits in football and water polo, has qualified for the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup. They defeated Netherlands in the Europe Region Final. Pacer Thomas Draca expressed his excitement at the prospect of playing in India and Sri Lanka in a year's time. He sees this as a beginning for cricket in Italy.

Former Indian cricketer Deep Dasgupta suggests replacing Karun Nair with B Sai Sudharsan for the remaining Test matches against England. Nair's struggles at number three, with only 131 runs and no half-century, prompt the call.

Moeen Ali has joined critics questioning Ravindra Jadeja's all-rounder role after India's loss at Lord's, despite praising his batting. Ali acknowledges Jadeja's tight bowling but notes a lack of wickets. He suggests including Kuldeep Yadav in the team, though fitting him in would be difficult. England currently leads the series 2-1.

Italian cyclist Samuele Privitera, 19, tragically died after a fall during the Tour of the Aoste Valley-Mont Blanc. The accident occurred on Wednesday's first stage, with the cause still under investigation. Privitera, riding for Hagens Berman Jayco, was promptly assisted and taken to a hospital, but succumbed to his injuries.

Days after the senior Indian team faced defeat at Lord's, the U19 squad had a memorable tour of the iconic venue. The young players explored the ground, museum, and more, with Ayush Mhatre celebrating his birthday there. Head coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar reflected on his own U19 days. The side drew their first Youth Test against England.

Magnus Carlsen faced a shocking early exit at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour in Las Vegas, losing in a playoff to Levon Aronian. Hans Niemann, fresh off online qualification, celebrated Carlsen's defeat with an exuberant reaction that quickly went viral. The event also saw strong performances from Praggnanandhaa, Abdusattorov, and Sindarov, marking an unpredictable start to the tour.

Vivek Dahiya and Divyanka Tripathi's Dubai trip took an unexpected turn when they encountered reality star Shiv Thakare at the airport. While visiting a luxury mall, the couple was stunned by the sight of exotic fruits, including a single mango priced at Rs 12,000. They were amused and shocked by the luxury appeal of even basic fruits in Dubai.

Hans Niemann celebrated Magnus Carlsen's losses at the Freestyle Grand Slam Tour in Las Vegas, even offering to take Levon Aronian to dinner after Aronian defeated Carlsen. Despite finishing second in Group 2 behind Hikaru Nakamura, Niemann expressed immense satisfaction, calling it the 'best day of his life' in two years.

Anupamaa grapples with media attention, considering a radio interview while Rahi's dance competition ambitions create tension. Family dynamics shift as responsibilities are reassigned and old conflicts resurface. The competition's Ahmedabad location shocks Anupamaa, hinting at a confrontation with her past, and a near-miss encounter with Rahi adds to the emotional complexity.

Anshul Bammi reprises his role in 'Aarti Anjali Awasthi' after a 20-year leap. His character, responsible for the lead couple's tragedy, faces the journalist daughter seeking revenge. The actress now plays dual roles as both mother and daughter.

Wagle Ki Duniya explores Rajesh's dilemma as he navigates Sakhi's engagement with Vivan. Despite initial reservations, Rajesh acknowledges Vivan's sincerity, but a meeting with Vivan's parents introduces cultural and social disparities. This encounter challenges Rajesh's acceptance and forces him to confront his fears about losing his bond with Sakhi, testing his ability to adapt as a father.

The Karnataka government has held Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) responsible for a tragic stampede that resulted in 11 fatalities outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Officials stated that RCB, along with DNA Networks and KSCA, organized victory celebrations without obtaining the necessary police permission.

Ricky Ponting anticipates Australia's batting order will remain unchanged for the upcoming Ashes series, despite recent concerns. He defended Sam Konstas, who has faced criticism after a poor run of form. Ponting acknowledged questions surrounding the batting unit, particularly after their recent series in the West Indies, which the Aussies managed to win 3-0.

Itti Si Khushi welcomes Rishi Saxena as Sanjay, a cop and Anvita's childhood friend, adding depth to the storyline. Sanjay harbors unspoken love for Anvita, becoming her silent emotional support. His character explores the complexities of unrequited feelings and the strength found in quiet support, promising a nuanced layer to Anvita's journey.

Deepti Sharma's brilliant innings led India Women to a four-wicket victory over England Women in the first ODI. Sharma scored an unbeaten 62, drawing inspiration from Rishabh Pant. Jemimah Rodrigues also contributed 48 runs from 54 balls. India successfully chased down the target of 259 with 10 balls to spare. Harleen Deol's unusual run out also grabbed attention. With this win, India leads the three-match series 1-0.

Karan Veer Mehra, Digvijay Singh Rathee, Chum Darang, and other stars from Bigg Boss 18 recently reunited, sharing their enjoyable moments with fans on social media. Shilpa Shirodkar, who was absent from the gathering, expressed her feelings of missing everyone and anticipation for a future reunion.

Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami celebrated his daughter Aaira's 10th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post amidst ongoing legal disputes with estranged wife Hasin Jahan. In the case, the Calcutta High Court had recently ordered Shami to pay Rs 1.5 lakh monthly to Jahan and Rs 2.5 lakh to Aaira for maintenance.