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With the Asia Cup 2025 squad set to be announced, Harbhajan Singh has backed Shubman Gill for inclusion despite stiff competition from India’s power-hitters. Bhajji insisted Gill’s solid basics and adaptability make him a potential T20 dominator. Calling this a “new era” without Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Harbhajan praised the youngsters for carrying forward Indian cricket’s legacy.

Despite being a consistent performer for Bengal and India 'A', Abhimanyu Easwaran's wait for his India debut continues, remaining on the sidelines even as numerous players have debuted since his initial call-up.

Suresh Raina has openly criticised the BCCI's policy of restricting players' families from joining them on overseas tours, deeming it unfair and potentially harmful to their mental well-being. He emphasised the crucial emotional support families provide, especially during challenging periods, and highlighted how their presence can boost morale and performance, using Virat Kohli as an example.

Gautam Gambhir supports the BCCI's new family rule, limiting family time during tournaments to maintain player focus, contrasting with Virat Kohli's disapproval. Gambhir emphasizes that representing the nation is the priority, not a holiday, highlighting his constant engagement with team strategies even after victories.

Sri Lanka Cricket has proposed a six-match white-ball series against India in August 2025, following the postponement of India's tour to Bangladesh. The BCCI is evaluating the proposal, considering the Asia Cup schedule and consulting with players and coaches, including discussions during the Lord's Test.

Following Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's appearances, another cricketing icon joined the list of Indian cricket stars at Wimbledon. Rishabh Pant, Deepak Chahar, and Jaya Bhardwaj were also spotted, adding to the growing trend of Indian athletes attending the prestigious tournament alongside global sporting icons. Earlier, David Beckham and John Cena were also spotted in the Royal Box.