SpaceX’s ambitious Polaris Dawn mission, aiming to conduct the first-ever commercial spacewalk, is finally scheduled to launch on September 10th after multiple delays. The mission will send a crew of four into orbit for up to five days, with the highlight being a spacewalk nearly 435 miles above Earth.
In a thrilling match, India B secured a 76-run victory over India A. However, a moment of disagreement between India B captain Abhimanyu Easwaran and wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant over a potential LBW decision caught the attention of fans. Easwaran chose to ignore Pant’s advice and review the decision, ultimately losing the review and showcasing a disagreement between the two prominent players.
Elon Musk has outlined an ambitious timeline for establishing a human colony on Mars, with the first uncrewed Starship launch slated for 2025. Musk believes that establishing a self-sustaining city on Mars within 20 years is achievable and vital for the long-term survival of humanity.
This article explores Roger Federer’s illustrious career in tennis, highlighting his incredible achievements, including his 20 Grand Slam titles, his dominance on grass courts, and his astute understanding of the game. The article also features a fascinating anecdote from the ATP Masters 1000 Madrid final, where Federer’s sharp observation skills helped him win a crucial point.
Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar’s performance against Pakistan in the 2004 Rawalpindi ODI, where he scored a magnificent 141 runs, stands out as a testament to his batting prowess and ability to rise to the occasion in high-pressure encounters. This innings, against a formidable Pakistani bowling attack, saw Tendulkar achieve several milestones, including becoming the first Indian to score an ODI century in Pakistan.
Pakistan all-rounder Iftikhar Ahmed has expressed his dissatisfaction with his current role in the team, labeling himself a ‘tailender’ despite his experience and ability. His comments come after frequent shifts in his batting order, leaving him feeling underutilized and misplaced within the team’s strategy.
Indian women’s cricket star Smriti Mandhana has revealed that she sought advice from Virat Kohli about his mindset and approach to batting, emphasizing the impact it had on her own game. The revelation came ahead of the Women’s T20 World Cup, where Mandhana will be a key player for India.
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant shared a humorous anecdote about the crucial catch by Suryakumar Yadav in the 2024 T20 World Cup final against South Africa. He described the moment as a game-changer, where South Africa’s David Miller almost secured a victory before the catch swung the momentum back in India’s favor.
Young Indian wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel equaled a 20-year-old record held by Mahendra Singh Dhoni by taking seven catches in an innings during the Duleep Trophy. Despite his impressive performance behind the stumps, India A suffered a defeat. Jurel’s achievement highlights his potential as a key player in Indian cricket’s future.
Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his excitement about two young Afghan batters, Riaz Hassan and Bahir Shah, who he believes could be crucial to Afghanistan’s future in Test cricket. Ashwin praised their impressive domestic records and compared them to former Indian stars Yuvraj Singh and Mohammad Kaif, highlighting their potential to stabilize Afghanistan’s batting lineup.
