A NASA satellite captured a stunning image of a rare rainbow-like phenomenon known as a glory, appearing alongside swirling cloud vortices called Von Kármán vortices near Guadalupe Island in the Pacific Ocean. This unique image showcases the interplay of light and clouds, revealing the beauty and complexity of Earth’s atmosphere.
India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, has confirmed his desire to continue playing white-ball cricket despite retiring from T20 Internationals earlier this year. He is also focused on leading India to victory in the upcoming World Test Championship, aiming to add the elusive trophy to the nation’s cabinet. Sharma’s commitment comes after a successful T20 World Cup win in June and a string of victories in the current World Test Championship cycle.
Indian pacer Mohammed Shami’s humorous insights into his World Cup experiences, particularly his knack for seizing opportunities, have left a lasting impression on the cricket world, including Indian captain Rohit Sharma. Shami’s candidness, self-deprecating humor, and unwavering determination shine through in his recounting of his World Cup journeys.
A pregnant porbeagle shark was swallowed whole by an even larger shark, likely a great white or a shortfin mako, in a rare and unexpected predatory event. This is the first recorded instance of a porbeagle shark being eaten by another shark, highlighting the complex interactions within the ocean’s ecosystem.
India had its most successful day yet at the Paris Paralympics, with Nitesh Kumar winning gold in para-badminton and Sumit Antil successfully defending his javelin throw title. The country also secured several other medals, putting them on track for a record-breaking performance.
Bangladesh is poised for a historic Test series win over Pakistan, needing just 143 runs to win the second Test. Zakir Hasan’s aggressive batting and the dominant bowling performance by Bangladesh’s young pace attack have put them in a commanding position. Despite rain interrupting play on day four, Bangladesh remains in a strong position to secure a memorable victory on day five.
Daniil Medvedev and Jannik Sinner moved closer to a potential US Open quarter-final clash after the surprising exits of Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. Medvedev dominated Nuno Borges, while Sinner is set to face Tommy Paul. In the women’s draw, Iga Swiatek continued her dominant run, while Beatriz Haddad Maia became the first Brazilian woman to reach the quarterfinals since 1968.
Indian badminton legend Saina Nehwal, known for her pioneering achievements in women’s badminton, has hinted at retirement due to a persistent knee injury and arthritis. The 34-year-old shuttler has struggled with her knee since 2016 and admits that her body can no longer withstand the demands of professional badminton. Saina, a bronze medalist at the 2012 London Olympics, reflects on her illustrious career and the difficult decision of saying goodbye to the sport.
Veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, approaching the twilight of his career, acknowledges the constant evolution of cricket and confidently predicts the emergence of future spinners who will surpass his achievements. He sees his role as carrying forward the legacy of legendary Indian spinners like Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh.
Bangladesh is poised to achieve a historic first-ever Test series win against Pakistan, following a remarkable recovery in the second Test in Rawalpindi. After a strong first innings, Pakistan’s batting faltered in the second innings, allowing Bangladesh to set up a target of 185 runs for victory. With 43 runs on the board without any loss, Bangladesh is in a commanding position heading into the final day.
