Former Australian spinner Brad Hogg criticized Shardul Thakur for his poor fitness ahead of the second Test against England. Hogg noted Thakur's lack of effectiveness in the first Test and suggested that he should be replaced by Nitish Kumar Reddy. He emphasized that Thakur has had ample opportunities but has not shown the necessary commitment to improve his fitness. Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar also recommended that Kuldeep Yadav should replace Thakur in the lineup.

Ravichandran Ashwin criticized broadcasters for their harsh comments on Indian bowlers after the team's defeat to England in the 1st Test. While acknowledging the bowlers' shortcomings, he emphasized that the narrative unfairly blamed them for the loss. Ashwin urged batters to take more responsibility, highlighting the need for "daddy hundreds" instead of just fifties and sixties. He also pointed out that bowlers, except Jasprit Bumrah, need to maintain tighter lines to create pressure. Ashwin stressed the importance of building bowling strategies from the start of the match.

The Indian women's cricket team secured a 24-run victory over England in the second T20I match, taking a 2-0 lead in the series. Jemimah Rodrigues and Amanjot Kaur both scored half-centuries, contributing to a total of 181 runs. Despite a shaky start, India recovered well, with Richa Ghosh adding a quick 32 runs. England struggled in their chase, collapsing to 17 for 3 early on, and ultimately managed only 157 runs. The match marked England's first loss in Women's T20 Internationals at Bristol.

Kajol and Ajay Devgn, married since 1999, have balanced their film careers with family life, welcoming daughter Nysa in 2003 and son Yug in 2010. Kajol shared insights on their parenting approach, emphasizing shared responsibilities and the ease of managing older children. She fondly recalled her pregnancies, noting that her first experience was precious and magical, while her second was calmer and more enjoyable. Staying active during both pregnancies helped her feel connected to everyday life.