England

In the aftermath of India’s disappointing loss at Lord’s, cricket legend Anil Kumble’s pointed observations about Ravindra Jadeja’s role have sparked a fierce debate across sporting circles. While Jadeja’s capabilities as an all-rounder are widely acknowledged, his performance in critical moments of the Test has come under the scanner, prompting discussions on accountability and tactical execution.

England’s aspirations in the high-profile Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series have suffered a substantial blow, with promising spinner Shoaib Bashir ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 contest due to injury. The 21-year-old, who had emerged as a vital component of England’s attack on turning tracks, sustained a stress-related issue that will keep him sidelined for the foreseeable future. His absence forces the team management to recalibrate strategies midway through a tightly contested series against India.