In a dramatic turn during the final day of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at The Oval, injured England all-rounder Chris Woakes has offered to bat at No.11 despite a painful shoulder injury. Woakes, who suffered a suspected dislocated shoulder on Day 1, is ready to help England chase the remaining 35 runs to secure a 3-1 series victory over India. Joe Root praised Woakes' determination, recalling the legendary courage of Saleem Malik, who batted with a broken arm in 1986. Woakes' willingness to play adds tension to an already hard-fought series.

Former England captain Nasser Hussain criticized the pitches and scheduling of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy but praised the competitive nature of the series, stating it was essential for Test cricket. He highlighted memorable moments, such as Zak Crawley's over at Lord's and Rishabh Pant's performance despite injury. Hussain noted that while the series has been engaging, the pitches favored batting too much, and the tight schedule of five Tests in six weeks was problematic. He suggested a more consistent break between matches would improve the experience.

India's chess prowess was highlighted at the Women's World Cup in Batumi, where Divya Deshmukh emerged as the champion, achieving a remarkable hat-trick of successes. Despite not being a favorite, her victory inspired many, including fellow player Gukesh, who emphasized the importance of strong performances in both men's and women's chess. With the World Cup set to be hosted in India later this year, Gukesh expressed excitement about participating. He also plans to compete in more classical chess events after a successful run in earlier tournaments.

Former RCB fast bowler Tymal Mills has launched an OnlyFans account, emphasizing that it will focus on cricket and lifestyle content rather than adult material. Mills aims to connect directly with fans, offering insights into the life of a cricketer. He has a background in sports journalism and has worked with major media outlets. While he acknowledges that his chances of returning to the England team are slim, he is committed to making his OnlyFans venture successful and accessible, with free subscriptions and paid content options.