England vs India Test, Japan Open 2025, and Starc’s Record

England Triumphs Over India in Thrilling Lord’s Test

England clinched a dramatic 22-run victory against India in the third Test at Lord’s, securing a 2-1 lead in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 series. Shubman Gill, India’s captain, expressed pride in his team’s effort despite the loss, noting the match’s intensity. Ravindra Jadeja’s resilient 61* nearly steered India to the 193-run target, but England’s Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer, and Shoaib Bashir each took three wickets to seal the win. Bashir, despite a broken finger, dismissed Mohammed Siraj to end India’s chase. This marked England’s narrowest Test win at Lord’s, highlighting the match’s fierce competition.

Japan Open 2025 Kicks Off with Indian Participation

Meanwhile, the Japan Open 2025, a BWF Super 750 tournament, began on July 15 at Tokyo’s Metropolitan Gymnasium. Indian shuttlers Ratuparna and Swetaparna Panda are competing in the women’s doubles draw, joined by stars like PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty. With a prize pool of USD 950,000, the event features 32 players per draw, promising intense battles. The Panda sisters aim to make their mark in a competitive field, with live scores available on platforms like Flashscore.

Mitchell Starc Sets Test Cricket Record

In another highlight, Australian pacer Mitchell Starc etched his name in history by claiming the fastest five-wicket haul in Test cricket, taking five wickets in just 15 balls during a match against the West Indies in Jamaica. Starc’s fiery spell included three wickets in his first over and two in his third, showcasing his lethal pace. This record-breaking performance has sparked widespread praise across platforms like X, with fans hailing it as “pure rage in motion.”