Nitish Rana Turns Final Into One-Man Show As West Delhi Lions Lift DPL 2025 Title in Style

Parthiv Patel shared a story about Ravi Shastri's motivational style during the 2018 Johannesburg Test, where Shastri's simple yet powerful message to the team before batting, "Rabada ka kabada kar de," boosted their confidence on a challenging pitch. This unique approach, devoid of technical advice, helped India secure a memorable overseas win under Virat Kohli's captaincy as they defended 247 runs against South Africa with Patel contributing a quick 16 runs at the top of the order. Shastri's fearless and energetic leadership resonated with the team, showcasing his ability to inspire and uplift his players in crucial moments. Full Article

TNT Sports' announcement for the Ashes series faced criticism from cricket fans as the lead commentators will be based in the UK, watching the action from 10,000 miles away. While analysts like Sir Alastair Cook and Graeme Swann will be on-site in Australia, the commentary will feature less familiar voices such as rugby union's Alastair Eykyn and cycling commentator Rob Hatch. Want More Context? 🔎

Australia all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner and her partner Monica were escorted by police to a cafe in Mumbai following a recent molestation incident involving two Australian women cricketers in Indore. Security has been increased around the Australian team in Navi Mumbai, where they are preparing for the Women’s World Cup semi-final against India, with extra guards deployed and escorts provided during travel. The players have been advised to inform security before leaving the hotel premises to ensure full protection against any potential threats. Full Article