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Indian Express
a day ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
‘Zak Crawley will be assessed overnight for hand injury' – Tim Southee update to explain Popcorn last over, makes India-England Lord's Test complete cinema
Ashes is too grim a nom de guerre. In 2025, the India-England skirmishes deserve to be called the Popcorn series, with the midpoint on Day 3 of the five-Test series being the inflection point. It is not often that cheeky delaying tactics of 'The last over'-England types get an EOD press debriefing to add further intrigue to happenings on the field. But even the by now famous last-over when Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett batted, had a meta last-ball-of-last-over intrigue, when Jasprit Bumrah bowled an absolute jaffa to Crawley. Crawley is clearly not India's favouritest Zak. That will always be Zaheer Khan. But after all the drama of delays he put into the first five balls of the last over to consume time, he left the field with a bit of suspense, when India's ultimate wizard Bumrah bowled a scorcher that struck his hand. Like a good Marvel movie with its post-credits scene, England's coaching consultant Tim Southee told the press, 'Zak will be assessed overnight…' which nicely raised anticipation for Day 4. While it might all seem as part of the Act, the cryptic deadpan-faced explanation had a bit of intrigue because of that last ball. 'After the final ball of the over whistled past Crawley's outside edge – it was an absolute jaffa from Bumrah – the opener was immediately off, presumably to get further treatment…' Sky Sports wrote in its report. That overnight assessment, though sounding in-script, might even have a grain of truth if that last ball impact is anything to go by. Earlier, England had successfully ensured only one of two overs got bowled in 8 minutes. Crawley's namesake tactics had left Indians seething after he backed away twice from Jasprit Bumrah's third delivery citing sight screen and assorted reasons. Raw pace from Jofra Archer, Ben Stokes firing down the stumps and Zak Crawley struggling with his hand 👀 Our latest episode of Unfiltered has just dropped 👇 — England Cricket (@englandcricket) July 13, 2025 After defending Bumrah's fourth ball, the England batsman had taken off his glove, winced at his 'injured' hand and called the physio in a performance that might have missed Baftas narrowly and ended second place to Gulbadin Naib's hamstring collapse against Bangladesh at the T20 World Cup. The overnight assessment update saw a whiny debriefing followup from Southee. 'I'm not sure what India were complaining about with Gill lying down and getting a massage yesterday,' said Southee, referring to Gill calling for treatment on the field on Day 2 as the hapless umpires caught strays in streams of criticism at allowing Gill & his gander to get away with their own drama which finally levelled scores at 387. Dinesh Karthik kept guffawing in comms and described the scenes. 'Exactly what you want to see. The aggression, the passion, both teams wanting to win real bad and going hard at each other.' Michael Atherton after adfing his ide to the great theatre added to Sky Sports: 'I think I would maybe prefer to be in India's camp – because of the difficulty of batting in the third innings and because they have Bumrah and two spinners on a dry, wearing pitch. 'England have to see off the first hour [on Sunday] when Bumrah will come in hard for five or six overs. They can't take liberties against him. If they get through that, they have batters to push the game on. 'A Test match can be a slow burner but then things can happen quickly.' Crawley vs Bumrah Act 2 resumes at 3.30 pm IST.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Daily Mail
Man shot by armed police outside rural Kent pub was 'wielding a chainsaw and another object officers thought was a homemade BOMB'
A man shot and seriously injured by armed police outside a rural village pub was wielding a chainsaw and holding what officers believed was a homemade bomb, a watchdog has said. Cops in protective clothing and bomb squad officers flocked to the area outside the Park Gate Inn in Hollingbourne, Kent last night. The man, described as being in his 30s, was initially visited by unarmed police at a property opposite the pub at approximately 7.15pm due to an 'outstanding warrant' against him - but refused to come out. Armed officers were then deployed and reportedly found the man wearing a gas mask and body armour, holding a chainsaw and another object police suspected was a handmade firearm or improvised explosive device (IED). The man then ignored two warning baton rounds and refused to put down the chainsaw, at which point he was shot by an armed officer with a conventional firearm. He was left with injuries described as 'not believed to be life-threatening but [that] may be life-changing', the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said. The police watchdog said the man was given first aid at the scene and taken to hospital with wounds to his arm and abdomen. Despite the presence of an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team, complete with a remote-controlled robot, Kent Police said that the case 'was not related to any terrorism offences'. Kent Police confirmed that officers attended a property on Ashford Road across the road from the Park Gate Inn pub. 'We have been advised by Kent police that unarmed officers attended the house at around 7.15pm to arrest a man on suspicion of assault,' the IOPC said. 'He refused to come out of the house, so the officers were instructed to withdraw and armed officers were then deployed. 'We have seen officers' body worn footage which shows the man, aged in his mid-30s, holding a chainsaw and another object in his hand, which, at the time, officers believed appeared to be a handmade firearm or IED (improvised explosive device). 'He was also wearing a gas mask and body armour. We can confirm a first baton round was fired by police and the man then took cover behind a hedge. 'Officers moved in and a police dog was deployed. The man ignored orders to put down the chainsaw and a second baton round was discharged and then, seconds later, he moved towards officers and was shot by an officer with a conventional firearm. 'A detailed search of the scene continued today and among the weapons found at the scene were a chainsaw and a device which was made safe by the bomb squad (EOD).' A 100-metre cordon was put in place around the boozer following the incident, which began shortly after 7pm on July 7. The shooting took place just before 9pm. Dramatic aerial footage captured armoured vehicles parked up outside the property securing the area. One witness, who wished to remain anonymous, reportedly described seeing 'armed officers shouting commands before a loud bang'. In a brief statement released by Kent Police this afternoon, they said cops had been carrying out an arrest when an armed officer opened fire. Kent Police said: 'On Monday 7 July 2025, Kent Police officers attended a property in Ashford Road, Hollingbourne, near Maidstone to conduct an arrest for an outstanding warrant. 'This was not related to any terrorism offences. 'Following initial attendance, officers were further supported by additional units including firearms patrols. 'During the incident a man in his 30s was shot by officers and was subsequently taken to hospital where he remains. 'Officers remain at the scene and have been supported by an EOD team who made the area safe. 'As with all police shootings, a mandatory referral was made to the Independent Office for Police Conduct and Kent Police will assist the IOPC with its independent investigation as appropriate.' The IOPC is the independent police watchdog to which regional police forces must refer the most serious incidents, including shootings, regardless of whether or not an official complaint has been filed. An IOPC spokesman said: 'The Independent Office for Police Conduct has launched an investigation into the circumstances of the police shooting of a man wielding a chainsaw last night (7 July) which left him seriously injured. 'After being notified by Kent Police at around 10.30pm, we declared an independent investigation shortly afterwards.' IOPC director Amanda Rowe said: 'Police shootings are fortunately rare, however, given a man has been injured after being shot by police, our role is to independently investigate all of the circumstances surrounding this incident including the actions and decisions taken by the police. 'Based on analysis of evidence gathered to date, no police officer is under investigation for either misconduct or criminality – they are being treated as witnesses. 'We appreciate that the community will want answers quickly and our investigators are working hard to establish the facts and piece together what occurred. 'Our thoughts are with everyone affected.' Trauma kits and emergency first aid bags were still open outside the pub this morning having appeared to have been used. A police riot shield was also resting on a fence. Forensic officers carrying black bags were also reportedly seen this morning. Locals are being urged to stay away from the scene. The A20 Ashford Road was closed in both directions, with officers seen guarding the cordon on Tuesday morning. Eddie Powell, chairman of Harrietsham Parish Council, said locals has been stunned by the incident which was 'completely out of character' for the village. 'We heard police cars racing along last night and thought it must be an accident, as that happens quite a lot,' he told KentOnline. 'But then in the early hours we heard the bomb squad were called to a property near the pub . 'This is completely out of character for around here. It's the sort of thing you'd expect to happen in Oxford Street or Pall Mall.' Other locals said they had been left horrified by the police shooting - which they did not hear. Jamie Shiels, 52, who has lived in his cottage for four years, said: 'We didn't hear anything which is unusual because it is so quiet here that we normally would hear something like that. 'We haven't been told anything by police. We were so shocked this morning. It is very unusual. 'We lived in London all our lives before coming here so we are more used to these things. But you definitely don't expect to hear it down here.' Debby Bamforth, 51, who has lived in her home for 18 years says she has never had any problems before. She added: 'My husband told me the road was closed off this morning and that was the first I heard of it. 'I was very shocked. You would never expect that here. 'Nothing like this has ever happened before. It is a sleepy village. You feel safe and you can leave your doors unlocked.' Couple Martin and Sandra Paterson-Foad say the only problem in their quiet village is the traffic - which was worsened by today's road closures. Sandra, 71, said: 'We had no idea what happened until we asked the neighbours. I was very surprised. It is so shocking. 'The traffic has been a nightmare. We are a little village with narrow roads. 'It is not the quiet little place it was when we moved here.' Hollingbourne is a small village with a population of around 900 people, according to the last census. It is located about five miles east of Maidstone and is off the M20, one of the main highway leading through Kent. In a statement, the Park Gate Inn said: 'Due to a police incident that took place late last night in the houses opposite the pub, we are currently closed while the authorities complete their work in the area. 'We want to reassure everyone that nothing happened in the pub itself - all our team are safe and well. We're simply following guidance to ensure everyone's safety. 'We'll keep you updated and hope to reopen as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding and support.' The boozer is described as a 'dog-friendly' country pub. It is named after the gate that once led into Leeds Castle Park in the mid nineteenth century. Leeds Castle has been home to royalty, lords and ladies for over a thousand years. Park Gate was a small hamlet at that time and was served by the inn that has a 16th century building at its core. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) said explosives experts from 11 EOD&S Regiment, 621 Squadron, had been called to the scene. An MoD spokesman added: 'We can confirm an Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team was called out to a possible item of concern in the Hollingbourne area of Kent. 'Due to the ongoing investigation, we cannot confirm the nature of the item. All further queries should be directed to the Police.'
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Daily Mail
Bomb squad search area as major road is closed after police shot gas masked chainsaw-wielding plumber
A bomb squad has returned to further investigate the site where armed police shot a gas masked chainsaw-wielding plumber earlier this week. Sean O'Meara, 36, was shot outside his parents' home in Hollingbourne, near Maidstone, Kent, at around 9pm on Monday after police were called to the property over an outstanding warrant two hours before. The armed response was sparked when O'Meara refused to come out of the house, across from the Park Gate Inn, and he is currently understood to be in an induced coma after suffering 'life-changing injuries' as a result of the chainsaw 'falling on him'. Body-worn camera footage showed O'Meara wearing body armour and a gas mask, wielding a chainsaw and holding another object that officers feared could be a homemade firearm or an improvised explosive device (IED). Two baton rounds were reportedly fired but failed to subdue him before an officer discharged a conventional firearm. Following the shooting, an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team was deployed to the scene, with police yesterday confirming they had found 'at least four' suspicious devices from the area. And the bomb squad has again today returned as police continue to investigate, closing a chunk of the A20 as part of their searches. A Kent Police spokesperson said: 'Intermittent road closures on the A20 will continue throughout the day on Friday, July 11, whilst ongoing enquiries continue in Hollingbourne. 'This is following a police shooting which took place on Monday, July 7, 2025. 'Given the nature of the enquires that are currently taking place parts of the A20 will be required to be closed for short periods of time. 'The Explosive Ordnance Disposal team are attending the scene to carry out further searches of the area. 'Motorists are advised to find alternative routes until further notice, and we would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding at this time.' O'Meara's half-brother, Liam, said he is currently being treated at King's College Hospital in London. He claimed his brother has 'mental health problems', adding that he believes police used unreasonable force and that officers could have instead shot his sibling in the leg or tasered him. He told The Telegraph: 'When he was shot, most of the damage was when he dropped the chainsaw and it fell on him. The bullet's gone straight in and out so it hasn't caused many problems.' However, he believes his brother now could possibly lose the ability to use his arm. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched an investigation into the officer-involved shooting. 'We have been advised by Kent police that unarmed officers attended the house at around 7.15pm to arrest a man on suspicion of assault,' the IOPC said. 'He refused to come out of the house, so the officers were instructed to withdraw and armed officers were then deployed. 'We have seen officers' body worn footage which shows the man, aged in his mid-30s, holding a chainsaw and another object in his hand, which, at the time, officers believed appeared to be a handmade firearm or IED (improvised explosive device). 'He was also wearing a gas mask and body armour. We can confirm a first baton round was fired by police and the man then took cover behind a hedge. Trauma kits and emergency first aid bags were seen outside the pub on Tuesday 'Officers moved in and a police dog was deployed. The man ignored orders to put down the chainsaw and a second baton round was discharged and then, seconds later, he moved towards officers and was shot by an officer with a conventional firearm. 'A detailed search of the scene continued today and among the weapons found at the scene were a chainsaw and a device which was made safe by the bomb squad (EOD).' Kent Police confirmed the incident is not being treated as terrorism-related. A 100-metre cordon was put in place around the pub across from the property following the incident. Dramatic aerial footage captured armoured vehicles parked up outside the property securing the area. A brief statement released by Kent Police on Wednesday afternoon said cops had been carrying out an arrest when an armed officer opened fire.
BBC News
5 days ago
- BBC News
Bomb squad returns to scene of Hollingbourne police shooting
The bomb squad has returned to the scene of an incident in Kent where a man said to be wielding a chainsaw was shot by a police attended a property in Ashford Road, Hollingbourne, near Maidstone, at about 19:15 BST on Monday to arrest a man in his mid-30s on suspicion of said the man was also holding an item believed to be an improvised explosive device (IED). He suffered injuries to his arm and abdomen in the shooting and was taken to hospital. Kent Police said the explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) unit was at the scene again on Wednesday evening after "items which need to be safely disposed of" were found. A stretch of the A20 near Maidstone had been closed and a cordon set up, with motorists told to find alternative routes until further investigation has been launched by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).During the incident on Monday, armed officers were deployed during the attempted arrest when the man refused to come out of the house, according to the watchdog said police fired a baton round at the man before he took cover behind a hedge."Officers moved in and a police dog was deployed," an IOPC spokesperson said."The man ignored orders to put down the chainsaw and a second baton round was discharged and then, seconds later, he moved towards officers and was shot by an officer with a conventional firearm."Weapons were found at the address and the bomb squad "made a device safe", the IOPC EOD unit was called on Wednesday to dispose of further items.A Kent Police spokesperson said the force was supporting the IOPC's inquiry.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Man shot outside rural Kent pub was wielding a chainsaw and another object they thought was a homemade BOMB, police reveal
A man shot by armed officers outside a rural village pub was wielding a chainsaw and holding what police believed was a homemade bomb. Cops in protective clothing and bomb squad officers flocked to the area outside the Park Gate Inn pub in Hollingbourne, Kent last night. Despite the presence of an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team, complete with a remote-controlled robot, Kent Police said that the case 'was not related to any terrorism offences.' Kent Police confirmed that officers attended a property on Ashford Road, but locals said the arrest took place at a property across the road from the pub. The man, described by police as being 'in his 30s', was left with injuries described as 'not believed to be life-threatening but may be life-changing' after being shot by armed police, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said. The police watchdog said the man was given first aid at the scene and taken to hospital with wounds to his arm and abdomen. 'We have been advised by Kent police that unarmed officers attended the house at around 7.15pm to arrest a man on suspicion of assault,' the IOPC said. 'He refused to come out of the house, so the officers were instructed to withdraw and armed officers were then deployed. 'We have seen officers' body worn footage which shows the man, aged in his mid-30s, holding a chainsaw and another object in his hand, which, at the time, officers believed appeared to be a handmade firearm or IED (improvised explosive device). 'He was also wearing a gas mask and body armour. 'We can confirm a first baton round was fired by police and the man then took cover behind a hedge. 'Officers moved in and a police dog was deployed. The man ignored orders to put down the chainsaw and a second baton round was discharged and then, seconds later, he moved towards officers and was shot by an officer with a conventional firearm. 'A detailed search of the scene continued today and among the weapons found at the scene were a chainsaw and a device which was made safe by the bomb squad (EOD).' A 100-metre cordon was put in place around the boozer following the incident, which began shortly after 7pm on July 7. The shooting took place just before 9pm. Dramatic aerial footage has captured armoured vehicles parked up securing the area outside the pub. One witness, who wished to remain anonymous, reportedly described seeing 'armed officers shouting commands before a loud bang'. In a brief statement released this morning, Kent Police said it had been carrying out an arrest when an armed officer opened fire. MailOnline understands the incident is not terror-related, and no counter-terrorism officers were involved. Watchdog the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is now investigating and said a man - who has not been identified - had been shot by police and 'is receiving treatment in hospital'. A police spokesman said: 'Kent Police attended an address in Hollingbourne, Maidstone to conduct an arrest at approximately 7.15pm on Monday, July 7 2025. 'While at the scene, a firearm was discharged by a police officer. A man sustained injuries believed to be life-changing and was taken to a London hospital where he remains receiving treatment. 'Shortly afterwards the IOPC declared an independent investigation, which Kent Police is supporting.' An IOPC spokesman added: 'We have begun an independent investigation after a man was shot and seriously injured by Kent Police, who were responding to an incident on Monday July 7. 'We were notified by the force after the incident in Hollingbourne, which occurred shortly before 9pm, and declared an independent investigation a short time later. 'The man is receiving treatment in hospital for his injuries which are thought to be life changing. 'We have sent investigators to the scene and the police post incident procedure to begin gathering evidence.' Trauma kits and emergency first aid bags were still open outside the pub this morning having appeared to have been used. A police riot shield was also resting on a fence. Forensic officers carrying black bags were also reportedly seen this morning. Locals are being urged to stay away from the scene. The A20 Ashford Road has been closed in both directions, with officers seen guarding the cordon on Tuesday morning. Eddie Powell, chairman of Harrietsham Parish Council, said locals has been stunned by the incident which was 'completely out of character' for the village. 'We heard police cars racing along last night and thought it must be an accident, as that happens quite a lot,' he told KentOnline. 'But then in the early hours we heard the bomb squad were called to a property near the pub . 'This is completely out of character for around here. It's the sort of thing you'd expect to happen in Oxford Street or Pall Mall.' Other locals said they had been left horrified by the police shooting - which they did not hear. Jamie Shiels, 52, who has lived in his cottage for four years, said: 'We didn't hear anything which is unusual because it is so quiet here that we normally would hear something like that. 'We haven't been told anything by police. We were so shocked this morning. It is very unusual. 'We lived in London all our lives before coming here so we are more used to these things. But you definitely don't expect to hear it down here.' Debby Bamforth, 51, who has lived in her home for 18 years says she has never had any problems before. She added: 'My husband told me the road was closed off this morning and that was the first I heard of it. 'I was very shocked. You would never expect that here. 'Nothing like this has ever happened before. It is a sleepy village. You feel safe and you can leave your doors unlocked.' Couple Martin and Sandra Paterson-Foad say the only problem in their quiet village is the traffic - which was worsened by today's road closures. Sandra, 71, said: 'We had no idea what happened until we asked the neighbours. I was very surprised. It is so shocking. 'The traffic has been a nightmare. We are a little village with narrow roads. 'It is not the quiet little place it was when we moved here.' Hollingbourne is a small village with a population of around 900 people, according to the last census. It is located about five miles east of Maidstone and is off the M20, one of the main highway leading through Kent. In a statement, the Park Gate Inn said: 'Due to a police incident that took place late last night in the houses opposite the pub, we are currently closed while the authorities complete their work in the area. 'We want to reassure everyone that nothing happened in the pub itself - all our team are safe and well. We're simply following guidance to ensure everyone's safety. 'We'll keep you updated and hope to reopen as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding and support.' The boozer is described as a 'dog-friendly' country pub. It is named after the gate that once led into Leeds Castle Park in the mid nineteenth century. Leeds Castle has been home to royalty, lords and ladies for over a thousand years. Park Gate was a small hamlet at that time and was served by the inn that has a 16th century building at its core. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) said explosives experts from 11 EOD&S Regiment, 621 Squadron, had been called to the scene. An MoD spokesman added: 'We can confirm an Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team was called out to a possible item of concern in the Hollingbourne area of Kent. 'Due to the ongoing investigation, we cannot confirm the nature of the item. All further queries should be directed to the Police.'
