Manav Suthar (BCCI photo)

New Chandigarh: It is very easy to lose Manav Suthar in the crowd. His humble demeanor on the cricket field does not explain how important he is to India’s plans to achieve red-ball dominance. He is part of the red-ball spin project that has been carefully designed by the Indian cricket board (bcci) in the last three years. Go beyond limits with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!By the time Suthar was named man of the match in his Test debut against Afghanistan on Monday afternoon, he had become a household name. That India won by an innings and 300 runs inside three days – their biggest margin in Tests – seemed almost secondary. It was not expected from the inexperienced Afghanistan team that it would push India here. for captain Shubman Gill And the team management, this match was about planning for the coming nine months of Test cricket. Suddenly, the debate is about including him in the playing eleven when India have all the spin resources available Ravindra Jadeja Coming back. The team management, selection committee and coaching staff at the Center of Excellence (CoE) had a good look at Suthar and knew that he would be the next spinner to be included in the Test team for the immediate future. A spell of 6/33, displaying the finesse of traditional left-arm spin, to bowl out Afghanistan for 152 in the first innings before lunch was enough for the world to know why the caretakers of India’s talent pipeline are so protective of him. Suthar was given the new ball after Afghanistan were asked to follow on before giving the senior spinners a chance. washington beautiful And -Kuldeep Yadav It is a good mantra. Washington and Kuldeep finished the match with 4/36 and 3/30 respectively as Afghanistan were bowled out for 112 in 35.5 overs. India bowled 94.2 overs in the match, with Suthar showcasing his armoury. He even bowled a lethal arm-ball to take his only wicket in the second innings. Afghanistan’s batting may not match the quality of the batsmen that Suthar bowls to in domestic cricket. Nevertheless, it was important for him not to lose control of his art. For large parts of the Test match, especially when the pitch offered minimal slow pace on the second day, Suthar emerged as a more powerful option than Washington and Kuldeep. The team management and selectors have been worried about Jadeja’s bowling in the last few years. His consistent contribution with the bat in the middle order in England last year has given life to his career. However, in the background, Indian cricket is preparing for life beyond Jadeja. “Manav has been a part of the system for three years. The BCCI system has given him experience from Ranji Trophy to the Emerging India team and then India ‘A’ and IPL in between,” batting coach Sitanshu Kotak said ahead of the Test. “He bowled well but he batted really well. It is really very satisfying.” It is well established that the head coach Gautam Gambhir Gives priority to players with dual skills! Washington, with his consistent all-round performances, has become an essential part of the Test XI. In preparation for this Test, the team management announced that they are looking for a fourth spin option apart from Jadeja, Washington and Kuldeep. As things stand now, if India decide to play on a turning track in Sri Lanka in August, Kuldeep’s indifferent performance in the domestic season last year could also open up an opportunity for Suthar. Suthar has plenty of overs in Indian conditions. India’s chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship final could come down to the five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy when Australia tour in January. Indications are that India are reluctant to play the fiery turner where the batsmen have surrendered to foreign spin attacks twice in the last two years. The strong comeback of the spinners on good pitches in the last Test against South Africa in Guwahati last November has given rise to calls for more capability in the spin attack. Suthar is a long term project. It will be interesting to see how quickly the Indian team management feels that he is the first-choice spinner in the XI.

Team India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has provided an important update about the fitness status of experienced duo Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya ahead of the upcoming three-match One Day International (ODI) series against Afghanistan. With superstar batsman Virat Kohli completely out of action due to a serious hamstring injury, all eyes are on the availability of the two experienced campaigners.

Both Rohit and Hardik were included in the initial white-ball squad But with a clear asterisk next to their name. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) made it clear that his participation is entirely dependent on him receiving formal medical clearance from the board’s medical department. Speaking at the post-match press conference following India’s comprehensive win in the one-off Test in Mullanpur, Kotak shared an optimistic update on the duo despite not giving any clear confirmation on their availability.

“I honestly don’t know. I honestly haven’t got the news whether they’ve been cleared or not. But I’m sure they’ll be there. From what I hear, they’re fine. But they have to go and get a fitness test or whatever the rules are.”

With just over a year to go until the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, every 50-over match is crucial and the battle for places in the team is heating up as a new era begins under newly appointed ODI captain Shubman Gill.

Is Rohit Sharma fit for India vs AFG ODI?

The biggest question mark continues to hover over former captain Rohit Sharma. The veteran opener checked into the BCCI Center of Excellence (COE) in Bengaluru on June 8 to undergo mandatory fitness testing and rehabilitation. Rohit had recently missed several matches in the domestic T20 league due to a hamstring problem and was mainly used as an impact substitute in the latter half of the tournament, significantly limiting his fielding time on the field.

To gain selection clearance for full 50-over international duties, Rohit will have to successfully complete intensive physical tests, including the BCCI’s stringent high-speed running and fielding benchmarks. While the team management is confident that there are no major injuries, the selectors will not bet on his preparation until the medical staff in Bengaluru gives him the official green signal.

After Kohli’s out, Pandya is also out.

In a huge boost to the team’s tactical balance, star all-rounder Hardik Pandya has reportedly completed his rehabilitation at the COE and has received official clearance from the BCCI medical team. Pandya has been ruled out of some recent home games due to back spasms and illness, but his recovery from lower back stiffness has ensured he will travel for the series, providing vital flexibility as a fast bowling option.

On the contrary, the news related to Virat Kohli is a big blow for the host team. The illustrious batsman has been completely sidelined after medical scans confirmed a rupture of the distal semimembranosus tendon in his hamstring. Kohli suffered the injury during the high-stakes final leg of the domestic T20 tournament in late May and faced a long period on the treatment table.

With a three-match series scheduled in Dharamsala, Lucknow and Chennai, the final fitness verdict on Rohit will determine how India shapes its top order for Gill’s second assignment as the official ODI captain.

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Varun Dhawan, Pooja HegdeAnd Mrinal Thakur The starrer ‘Hai Jawaani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ had a successful first weekend at the box office. Despite a mixed response from audiences and critics, the film managed to gross over Rs 37 crore worldwide in the first three days. However, the first Monday test in theaters showed the real charm of the film.

Fourth day box office collection of ‘Hai Jawaani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’

david dhawan The directorial earned Rs 7.50 crore on its first day in theatres. The film earned the same amount on the second day also. On the third day, Rs 9 crore more were added to its total collection. Now, according to the report of Sacnilk, on the fourth day, the collection of Varun Dhawan starrer film has seen a decline of 61.1% as compared to the previous day. The film has earned Rs 3.50 crore in 7,835 shows on the fourth day.With this, the total India net collection has reached Rs 27.50 crore, while the total India gross collection now stands at Rs 32.93 crore.Meanwhile, overseas, the Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde starrer collected Rs 1.00 crore on the fourth day, taking its total overseas collection to Rs 9.50 crore. This takes the worldwide gross collection to Rs 42.43 crore.

Day-wise Collection (India Net)

First day collection: Rs 7.50 croreSecond day collection: Rs 7.50 croreThird day collection: Rs 9 croreThird day collection: Rs 3.50 croreTotal: Rs 27.50 crore

box office clash

The romantic comedy directed by David Dhawan clashed with Anurag Kashyap’s Bobby Deol starrer ‘Bandar’ at the box office. It is also sharing the screen space with Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor starrer ‘Peddi’ and ‘He-Man and the Masters of the Universe’.

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The romantic comedy also stars Jimmy Shergill and Mouni Roy. Manish PaulKubbra Sait, Manoj Pahwa, Rakesh Bedi, Chunky Pandey and Ali Asgar. The film was released in theaters on 5 June 2026.Disclaimer: The box office numbers and data in this article are compiled from a variety of public and industry sources. Unless explicitly noted, all figures are approximate, representing a fair representation of the film’s box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or additional international market reports are finalized. This data is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only.

‘Ensuring inclusive participation is a challenge’

New Delhi: India’s digital revolution has succeeded in delivering mobile phones to almost every household, but it has failed to provide meaningful digital inclusion. A report found that while 95.1% of households own a mobile device and 74.8% own a smartphone or internet-enabled phone, only 39.7% of individuals aged 15 and above use the internet, 16.1% of connected households use it for online education and only 11.4% access government services online.‘The Evolving Landscape of Digital Inclusion in India’, released by the National Council of Applied Economic Research in partnership with The Quantum Hub and the Women in Digital Economy Network, argues that India’s digital divide has entered a new phase. The first division was over phone ownership; The next question is about whether people can use digital technologies to access education, jobs, finance, welfare services and social opportunities.Based on India Human Development Survey data covering 47,000 households and 2.1 lakh individuals, the study shows that mobile-led inclusion has increased access but not necessarily empowerment. “India’s next digital challenge is not just to expand connectivity, but to ensure meaningful and equitable participation in the digital economy,” the report said. The main question was whether digital transformation would “reduce, or exacerbate, existing social and economic inequalities”.While mobile ownership is almost universal, only 8% of households own a computer/laptop, and 2.3% own a tablet. Computer ownership has dropped to 1.2% among the poorest households, compared to 23.1% among the richest households.Connectivity gap also persists. About 27.5% of households remain offline, including 32.2% in rural India and 52.1% in the poorest consumption group. Even in connected homes, Internet use is largely entertainment driven. About 66% of people use it to watch movies, television or news content, and 53.8% use social media, while 16.1% use it for online courses and 11.4% who access government services digitally.The report identifies “hidden divisions”. One in five families require help from someone from outside, one in three among families with no formal education require help.Gender disparities remain significant. Internet usage among working-age adults is 57.6% among males and 35.6% among females, while only 37.8% of children aged 13–16 actively use the Internet.The study calls for four priorities: expanding affordable broadband and public Wi-Fi, improving access to computers and shared devices, strengthening digital literacy and skills, and targeting women, rural households, poor households, and disadvantaged communities.

Ben Stokes (Getty Images)

New Delhi: England’s preparations for the second Test against New Zealand have been overshadowed by the controversy regarding the captain. ben stokes And all-rounder Gus Atkinson is under investigation for alleged breach of team protocol.The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Tuesday confirmed it is investigating the incident involving the two players following the conclusion of the first Test against New Zealand. England won the first match of the three-Test series at Lord’s by 115 runs.According to an official ECB statement, Stokes and Atkinson were present at a nightclub in the early hours of Monday morning when an incident occurred.“The ECB is currently investigating a breach of team protocol following the conclusion of the first men’s Test against New Zealand,” the board said in a statement.“Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were at a nightclub in the early hours of Monday morning when an incident occurred.”The ECB said it is currently gathering additional information before deciding on any further action.“We are currently seeking further information, and an announcement regarding the squad for the second Test will be made in due course.”This development has raised questions over the availability of both players for the second Test, with England yet to announce their squad for the match.

The ECB also confirmed that the matter has been reported to the cricket regulator.“The cricket regulator has been informed and we will provide further updates whenever possible.”The incident has come as an unwanted distraction for England, especially as Stokes was captaining the team and Atkinson had emerged as one of the key performers in the opening Test. The fast bowler finished the match with seven wickets and played an important role in England’s victory.At this time, the ECB has not disclosed the nature of the incident and more information is expected once the investigation is completed.The second Test between England and New Zealand is to be played at the Oval in London from June 17.

Tom Brady’s bold Harper Murray comparison has put daughter Vivian’s growing volleyball talent in the spotlight (Image via Getty)

Tom Brady is clearly enjoying watching his daughter Vivian develop as an athlete. The NFL legend shared a new Instagram video on Sunday that shows the 13-year-old player working on his volleyball skills during a training session. In the clip, Vivian can be seen practicing her spike technique at a local volleyball centre, showing confidence and determination on the court. Brady’s caption garnered even more attention. The seven-time Super Bowl champion compared his daughter to Nebraska volleyball star Harper Murray, one of the biggest names in college volleyball today. Brady wrote, “Young @harpermurray on the Sunday grind. ‘Doing good is better than good.'”The post attracted immediate attention and Murray himself seemed impressed. The Nebraska standout reposted the video to his Instagram Story, showing support for Vivian’s efforts and development as a young player.

This isn’t the first time Brady has shown off his daughter’s growing love for volleyball. Just last month, he had shared another video of him and Vivian exercising together at home.The father-daughter session took place at night in the garden of Brady’s Miami home. The pair organized several impressive rallies, which shows how seriously Vivian took the game. Brady seemed amazed by her dedication and wrote, “Saturday night with my future Olympian. I think I finally found someone who loves practicing more than me.”Former football star David Beckham also reacted to the video. After watching the rallies Beckham commented, “You met your match and then some.”Away from sports, Brady has also been spending quality time with his children during the summer. Last week, she shared a series of family photos of her son Benjamin and daughter Vivian.However, one important member of the family was missing from the photos. Brady’s eldest son, John “Jack” Edward Thomas, was away preparing for his high school graduation. The former New England Patriots quarterback used the post to send her a heartfelt message.“Schools are closed, excitement is high, just missing our super senior Jack… can’t wait to celebrate graduation with you,” Brady wrote.Brady shares Jack with former partner Bridget Moynahan. His younger children, Benjamin and Vivian, are from his marriage to former supermodel Gisele Bündchen.However, most of the spotlight is on Vivian right now. With her hard work earning praise from both her father and college volleyball star Harper Murray, the young athlete is already turning heads.

Did Neymar secretly marry Bruna Biancardi ahead of World Cup 2026 amid serious injury setback? (Image via Neymar/Instagram)

Brazilian star player Neymar is focusing on recovering from his injuries as his personal life and relationship with Bruna Biancardi continue to be in the headlines.While all eyes are on Neymar before the star player steps out on the field to represent his country at the World Cup, his marital status has been in the news following Bruna Biancardi’s controversial comments.

Has Neymar been married to Bruna Biancardi before? world cup 2026?

No, it is not confirmed if Neymar is actually married to Bruna Biancardi.A few months ago, when Neymar’s partner Bruna Biancardi interacted with her fans through a QnA on her social media, she was asked when the two were getting married.While many were expecting her to pop the question, Bruna Biancardi said, “On paper we’re already married…”This has caused chaos and increased concerns among millions of people around the world as Neymar has always maintained a distance from marriage rumours.A few weeks before Bruna Biancardi made such comments, Neymar had dismissed marriage rumors in an interview, saying, “Nothing is planned right now… Tell me the date so I can at least be prepared!”At the moment, Neymar remains in a stable relationship with Bruna Biancardi as the two raise their children together but there is no confirmation about their marriage.However, neither Neymar nor Bruna Biancardi have yet addressed the drama.

Latest update on Neymar’s injury before World Cup 2026, all eyes are on him

Just hours earlier, Neymar had undergone an MRI after suffering a Grade 2 muscle injury in his right calf.According to the report, a confirmation from the team said, “The player Neymar underwent an MRI this Monday. The examination showed good progress in his treatment within the expected parameters. He will continue the recovery and physical preparation process planned by the medical staff of the Brazilian national team.”For those unaware, on May 17, Neymar suffered a serious calf injury while playing for the team in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A match against Coritiba on May 17, 2026.It has not been confirmed when he will be able to return to the field.

Eight-time Grand Slam champion Andre Agassi stepped up with a heartfelt message for Maja Chwalinska after her Roland Garros final defeat, reminding the Polish qualifier what her historic performance really means to the sport. Despite falling at the final hurdle against Mira Andreeva, the 24-year-old had plenty of reasons to smile after completing the tournament of her life.

Speaking to the Polish player during his appearance at the TNT Sports studio, where Agassi was working as an analyst, the former world number one took the opportunity to cheer him on. When Chwalinska emotionally admitted she didn’t know what she’d done to deserve such an overwhelming wave of support, the American legend offered some powerful words of consolation to help chronicle her accomplishments.

“Okay, if you don’t know why you deserve it, let me help you understand. You qualified and made it to the finals, which is one of the toughest challenges in all of our sports.”

“Don’t get distracted by those articles. Don’t get distracted by wins and losses. Keep improving yourself because you are a gift to this game.”

Agassi’s praise holds incredible significance, given that Chwalinska entered Paris ranked 114th and completely rewrote the record books by winning nine consecutive matches in three weeks. After reaching the championship match, She became the first qualifier in history to reach the women’s singles final at Roland Garros, and only the second female qualifier to do so at a Grand Slam in the entire Open era, along with Emma Raducanu.

How was Chwalinska’s French Open 2026?

Chwalinska’s historic journey in Paris was no less than a fairy tale, as she had to win three consecutive qualifying matches to enter the main draw. From there, she transformed into a giant-killer, scoring stunning straight-set upsets over elite players such as Qianwen Zheng and Elise Mertens, before a thrilling three-set battle against world number nine Maria Sakkari. She then defeated Dianne Perry, Anna Kalinskaya and Diana Schneider to book her dream place in the final.

The championship match on Court Philippe-Chatrier against eighth-seeded Russian teenager Mira Andreeva proved a step too far. Chvalinska fought hard early and even took a 3-2 lead in the first set, but Andreeva handled the windy conditions beautifully and recovered from nine consecutive games to win 6-3, 6-2. Despite the final heartbreak, Chwalinska’s career is forever changed; His world ranking is projected to rise 93 places to a career-high No. 21, guaranteeing him direct entry into the world’s biggest tournament without the need to play qualifiers again.

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