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NDTV
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Yuvraj Singh Hosts Star-Studded Charity Dinner; Shubman Gill-Led India, Sachin Tendulkar, Sara Tendulkar Attend
Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh hosted a special YouWeCan charity event in London on Tuesday, bringing together sports legends. The event saw the presence of cricketing greats, including Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, former England stars Kevin Pietersen and Darren Gough and others. Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar also showed his support, sharing a heartfelt message on his official X handle after attending the event. "Standing with @YUVSTRONG12 last night in support of @YOUWECAN's incredible work felt deeply meaningful. You have turned your personal battle into a mission to help others win theirs. That takes heart. Always with you, my friend." Standing with @YUVSTRONG12 last night in support of @YOUWECAN 's incredible work felt deeply meaningful. You have turned your personal battle into a mission to help others win theirs. That takes heart. Always with you, my friend. — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 9, 2025 Thank you to the Indian Cricket Team for standing with us in the fight against cancer. Your presence at the YWC Gala wasn't just inspiring, it reminded us what true teamwork looks like, on and off the field. @BCCI @YUVSTRONG12 #YouWeCan #YWCGala2025 — YouWeCan (@YOUWECAN) July 9, 2025 At the YouWeCan charity event, Yuvraj told ANI, "It feels incredible as so many people have come to support me and the foundation, my friends and family, people who have seen me go through cancer...I hope that we can raise a million tonight, if not, we will keep on doing more good work." He lauded Test captain Shubman Gill following his marvellous performance in both innings of the Birmingham Test at Edgbaston in the second Test of the five-match series against England. On team India test captain Gill's performance, Yuvraj said, "Shubman Gill did amazing captaincy and batted really well. I am very proud of him and I am sure that his father will also be very proud...I am very impressed...I hope that he goes on to make a lot of centuries in international cricket." A historic outing with the bat by skipper Shubman Gill and a ten-wicket haul by pacer Akash Deep were the highlights of a comprehensive team effort as India ended their winless streak at Birmingham, securing a 336-run win over England during the second Test on the final day on Sunday. With this win, India has levelled the five-match series by 1-1. Also, now, after seven losses and a draw, they finally have a win to their name at Edgbaston Stadium. On team India's performance in the second test match against England, Yuvraj said, "The overall performance of the Indian team was outstanding. Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep bowled amazingly. Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant batted well...I am also very happy for Akash Deep as his sister is recovering from cancer. I will give him a huge hug when I meet him."
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
"Always with you, my friend": Sachin Tendulkar supports Yuvraj Singh's charity event
London [UK], July 9 (ANI): Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh hosted a special YouWeCan charity event in London on Tuesday, bringing together sports legends. The event saw the presence of cricketing greats, including Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, former England stars Kevin Pietersen and Darren Gough and others. Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar also showed his support, sharing a heartfelt message on his official X handle after attending the event. 'Standing with @YUVSTRONG12 last night in support of @YOUWECAN's incredible work felt deeply meaningful. You have turned your personal battle into a mission to help others win theirs. That takes heart. Always with you, my friend.' At the YouWeCan charity event, Yuvraj told ANI, 'It feels incredible as so many people have come to support me and the foundation, my friends and family, people who have seen me go through cancer...I hope that we can raise a million tonight, if not, we will keep on doing more good work.' He lauded test captain Shubman Gill following his marvellous performance in both innings of the Birmingham Test at Edgbaston in the second Test of the five-match series against England. On team India test captain Gill's performance, Yuvraj said, 'Shubman Gill did amazing captaincy and batted really well. I am very proud of him and I am sure that his father will also be very proud...I am very impressed...I hope that he goes on to make a lot of centuries in international cricket.' A historic outing with the bat by skipper Shubman Gill and a ten-wicket haul by pacer Akash Deep were the highlights of a comprehensive team effort as India ended their winless streak at Birmingham, securing a 336-run win over England during the second Test on the final day on Sunday. With this win, India has levelled the five-match series by 1-1. Also, now, after seven losses and a draw, they finally have a win to their name at Edgbaston Stadium. On team India's performance in the second test match against England, Yuvraj said, 'The overall performance of the Indian team was outstanding. Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep bowled amazingly. Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant batted well...I am also very happy for Akash Deep as his sister is recovering from cancer. I will give him a huge hug when I meet him.' (ANI)
France 24
07-07-2025
- Sport
- France 24
India captain Gill hailed back home after 'brilliant' Test win
Gill, who notched a century in a losing cause in the first Test at Headingley, hit new heights in scoring 269 and 161 to set up a crushing victory by 336 runs which leaves the five-match series finely poised. It was India's first win in nine Tests at the Birmingham venue, following seven previous defeats and one draw. "New captain, new India", The Indian Express newspaper splashed across its front page. Gill, 25, became the youngest Indian Test skipper to register an overseas win in just his second match in charge following the retirement of Rohit Sharma. he eclipsed Sunil Gavaskar, who was 26 when he led India to victory over New Zealand at Auckland in 1976. Gill came into the series with concerns over his batting average overseas, which had been less than 30, but he has shut down all the noise by stroking a remarkable 585 runs from four innings. Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar called it a "Shublime innings from the man of the moment," offering his congratulations for "powering India to a brilliant Test victory." Tendulkar, writing on social media, added: "India's approach was to take England out of this game and force them to play differently, making sure that there would only be one winner." 'Drowning Street' Fast bowler Akash Deep took a match haul of 10 wickets after replacing the rested Jasprit Bumrah as England were bowled out for 271 in their chase of 608 on day five. "What impressed me most about the bowlers was the length they bowled", Tendulkar said. Deep took 6-99 in the second innings, including bowling the world's top-ranked Test batsman Joe Root with a delivery that nipped away sharply and was called the "ball of the series" by Tendulkar. Batting great Virat Kohli, who also retired before the series, said: "Great victory for India at Edgbaston" and wrote that India had been "fearless and kept pushing England to the wall." "Brilliantly led by Shubman with the bat and in the field... special mention to (Mohammed) Siraj and Akash for the way they bowled," he added. Former captain Sourav Ganguly praised Gill's performance and India's superior bowling attack, calling Akash and Siraj "workhorses". Indian newspapers had a field day with an outpouring of joyous puns. The Times of India said: "Deep's 10 send Eng to Drowning Street" and "Edg-bastian breached." The third Test of the five-match series begins on Thursday at Lord's.
India Gazette
06-07-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
"Hope India will win today": Mohammad Azharuddin ahead of Day 5 of Birmingham Test
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 6 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin lauded captain Shubman Gill and vice-captain Rishabh Pant's exceptional performance and said that the visitors can probably pull out the game on the last day of the Birmingham Test at Edgbaston against England on Sunday. Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep rattled England's top-order with the new ball yet again, leaving India seven wickets shy of going level in the series after the end of the fourth day, thoroughly dominated by the tourists at Edgbaston on Saturday. England posted 72/3 in 16 overs, 556 runs short of victory, with Harry Brook and Ollie Pope unbeaten on scores of 15(15) and 24(44). India needs to scythe seven scalps on the final day to restore parity at 1-1 in the five-match series. Speaking to ANI about India's chances to win the game, Azharuddin said, 'India had a very good day and I hope they will win the game today. All the players batted well, but I think the bowlers did a really good job. Kudos to Shubman Gill for playing so well. Rishabh Pant also did a good job. I wish the team well, and hopefully, after this win, they will get more confident... Looking forward to a win by the Indian team. We have a great set of youngsters...' Gill pressed the accelerator in the second innings to construct a knock of 161 in 162 balls, with 13 fours and eight sixes, which was just as mesmerising. On the other hand, Pant delivered an entertaining, counter-attacking and crucial 65 in 58 balls, with eight fours and three sixes. Coming to the match, England once again opted to field first. After getting KL Rahul (2) early, an 80-run stand between Yashasvi Jaiswal (87 in 107 balls, with 13 fours) and Karun Nair (31 in 50 balls, with five fours) helped India gain some footing in the match. Skipper Shubman Gill had valuable partnerships of 203 runs with Ravindra Jadeja (89 in 137 balls, with 10 fours and a six) and a 144-run stand against Washington Sundar (42 in 103 balls, with three fours and a six), helping India towards 587, scoring 269 in 387 balls himself, with 30 fours and three sixes. Shoaib Bashir (3/167) was the pick of the bowlers for England, while Chris Woakes and Josh Tongue also managed two each. In England's first innings, India had them on the ropes with 84/5. However, a 303-run stand between Harry Brook (158 in 234 balls, with 17 fours and a six) and wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith (184* in 207 balls, with 21 fours and four sixes) sent India on an endless hunt for leather and answers. However, Siraj (6/70) and Akash Deep (4/88) got something out of the new ball and tumbled down the last five wickets for 20 runs, bundling them down for 407 runs, gaining a 180-run lead. India's response was a swift half-century partnership between Jaiswal (28 in 22 balls, with six fours) and KL Rahul, who also continued his good run with a 10-boundary-filled 55 in 84 balls. A 110-run stand for the fourth wicket between Rishabh Pant (65 in 58 balls, with eight fours and three sixes) and Gill upped the attack, while Gill managed yet another epic 175-run stand with Jadeja, scoring 161 in 162 balls, with 13 fours and eight sixes. Jadeja scored an unbeaten 69* in 118 balls, with five fours and a six. India declared at 427/6, leading by 607 runs and setting England a monstrous 608 runs to win. England ended the fourth day at 72/3, with Harry Brook (15*) and Ollie Pope (24*) unbeaten. (ANI)
News18
06-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
Mohammad Azharuddin On 2nd Test: 'Looking Forward To A Win By The Indian Team'
Former cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin praised Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant, expressing optimism for India's victory on the final day of the Birmingham Test. Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin praised captain Shubman Gill and vice-captain Rishabh Pant for their exceptional performances, expressing optimism that India could secure victory on the final day of the Birmingham Test at Edgbaston against England on Sunday. Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep once again troubled England's top order with the new ball, leaving India just seven wickets away from levelling the series after the fourth day, which was dominated by the visitors at Edgbaston on Saturday. England posted 72/3 in 16 overs, requiring 556 more runs to win, with Harry Brook and Ollie Pope not out at 15(15) and 24(44) respectively. India needs to take seven more wickets on the final day to even the series at 1-1 in the five-match series. Birmingham Weather Live Updates How India Performed In 2nd Test Gill accelerated in the second innings, scoring a remarkable 161 off 162 balls, with 13 fours and eight sixes, while Pant contributed a crucial 65 off 58 balls, featuring eight fours and three sixes. England chose to field first. After dismissing KL Rahul (2) early, an 80-run partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal (87 off 107 balls, with 13 fours) and Karun Nair (31 off 50 balls, with five fours) helped India gain a foothold in the match. Gill formed valuable partnerships of 203 runs with Ravindra Jadeja (89 off 137 balls, with 10 fours and a six) and 144 runs with Washington Sundar (42 off 103 balls, with three fours and a six), propelling India to 587, with Gill himself scoring 269 off 387 balls, including 30 fours and three sixes. Shoaib Bashir (3/167) was the pick of the bowlers for England, while Chris Woakes and Josh Tongue claimed two wickets each. In England's first innings, India had them struggling at 84/5. However, a 303-run partnership between Harry Brook (158 off 234 balls, with 17 fours and a six) and wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith (184* off 207 balls, with 21 fours and four sixes) put India on the back foot. Yet, Siraj (6/70) and Akash Deep (4/88) made the most of the new ball, dismissing the last five wickets for 20 runs, bowling England out for 407 and securing a 180-run lead. India's response featured a swift half-century partnership between Jaiswal (28 off 22 balls, with six fours) and KL Rahul, who continued his good form with 55 off 84 balls, including 10 boundaries. A 110-run stand for the fourth wicket between Rishabh Pant (65 off 58 balls, with eight fours and three sixes) and Gill increased the pressure, and Gill then shared a 175-run partnership with Jadeja, scoring 161 off 162 balls, with 13 fours and eight sixes. Jadeja remained unbeaten on 69* off 118 balls, with five fours and a six. India declared at 427/6, setting a daunting target of 608 runs for England to win. England ended the fourth day at 72/3, with Harry Brook (15*) and Ollie Pope (24*) unbeaten. First Published:
