Sri Lanka dominated Bangladesh, securing an innings-and-78-run victory in the second Test in Colombo and clinching the two-match series 1-0. Prabath Jayasuriya's crucial wickets triggered a collapse, sealing the win for Sri Lanka. Pathum Nissanka's century and Dinesh Chandimal's solid innings powered Sri Lanka to a commanding lead, outplaying Bangladesh in all aspects.
Ricky Ponting's son, Fletcher, showcased impressive batting skills during a net session with Washington Freedom, drawing comparisons to his father's legendary style. The youngster displayed elegant pull shots and drives, impressing onlookers like Glenn Maxwell. Meanwhile, Washington Freedom secured a thrilling victory against the Los Angeles Knight Riders, strengthening their position in the MLC playoffs race.
Usman Khawaja declined a post-game interview with SEN after their controversial dismissal of journalist Peter Lalor for social media posts about Gaza. Khawaja, a vocal advocate for human rights, previously faced restrictions for displaying supportive messages on his shoes. Lalor expressed his gratitude for Khawaja's unwavering support, highlighting the cricketer's principled stance.
Rishabh Pant has achieved a career-best seventh position in the ICC Test rankings after his remarkable centuries in the first Test against England. He equalled Andy Flower's record as the only wicketkeepers to score two centuries in a single Test. Pant's success is inspiring, especially after his near-fatal car accident in 2022.
Neeraj Chopra clinched his second victory of 2025 at the Ostrava Golden Spike event with an 85.29-meter throw, following his Paris Diamond League title. Meanwhile, Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem, focusing on World Athletics Championships training, secured gold at the Asian Athletics Championship with an 86.40-meter throw. Nadeem also recently inspired young athletes at a World Olympic Day celebration in Lahore.
The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) continues its expansion with Bollywood icon Salman Khan acquiring the Delhi franchise after a successful Season 2, which garnered 28 million viewers and a 47% increase in TV viewership. Backed by Sachin Tendulkar, the tennis-ball T10 league aims to connect grassroots talent with professional opportunities.
Chelsea defeated Esperance, securing a Club World Cup match against Benfica. Benfica had earlier triumphed over Bayern Munich. Minnows and semi-professional Auckland City drew with Argentina giants Boca Juniors. Los Angeles FC and Flamengo ended in a stalemate. Andreas Schjelderup's goal led Benfica to victory against Bayern. Chelsea's win featured goals from Liam Delap, Tosin Adarabioyo and Tyrique George.