Dream11 ended its ₹358 crore sponsorship of Team India jerseys due to India’s 2025 ban on real-money gaming. The BCCI must find a new sponsor before the Asia Cup. The ban impacts other fantasy platforms and advertising, forcing a shift to free-to-play models and possible legal challenges.
View More Big Blow to BCCI: Dream11 Ends Team India Sponsorship After Online Gaming Ban
Joe Root’s 150 propelled England to a strong position on Day 2 against India. England’s openers built a solid 166-run stand, and Stokes’ return bolstered the batting. India, all out for 358, struggled with their bowling, allowing England to gain a significant lead.
View More Joe Root’s Masterclass Puts England in Command Against India
Shardul Thakur returned to the Indian team but bowled only five overs in the Manchester Test, the fewest among pacers. He scored 41 runs with the bat. He deflected questions about his limited bowling role to captain Shubman Gill, implying it was the captain’s decision.
View More Gill’s Captaincy: Shardul Thakur’s Bowling Absence Raises Eyebrows
England elected to bowl first against India in the fourth Test. India made three changes, including Sai Sudharsan and debutant Anshul Kamboj. England replaced Shoaib Bashir with Liam Dawson.
View More IND vs ENG 4th Test, England Bowl First
England edged out India by 22 runs in a dramatic Lord’s Test, taking a 2–1 series lead. Ravindra Jadeja’s fighting 61 wasn’t enough as Ben Stokes and Shoaib Bashir sealed the tense win on Day 5, capping a fiery, hard-fought contest.
View More Lord’s Thriller: England Beat India by 22 Runs, Lead Series 2–1