Gautam Gambhir, India's new head coach, completed a productive meeting with Ajit Agarkar and the selection committee ahead of announcing the squads for the upcoming Sri Lanka series. The meeting, facilitated by BCCI, discussed squad compositions for ODIs and T20Is. Speculation surrounds Rohit Sharma's potential inclusion as captain for the ODI series, while the debate between Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav for the T20I captaincy intensifies. Gambhir aims to shape a new-look Team India after succeeding Rahul Dravid, focusing on strategic selections for the tour starting July 27.

India is set to send a 117-member strong contingent to the Paris Olympics, starting their campaign on July 25 with archery ranking rounds. The official opening ceremony is on July 26. The team, which includes star athletes like Neeraj Chopra and Nikhat Zareen, aims to surpass its previous best of seven medals from the Tokyo Olympics. Events will span various disciplines, including badminton, boxing, hockey, rowing, shooting, and more, with medal matches scheduled throughout the competition. India's journey will conclude with the women's wrestling finals. The full sport-wise and date-wise schedule has been released by the Indian Olympic Association.

India's Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal have risen in the T20I rankings after a successful series against Zimbabwe. Gill, the leading run-scorer with 170 runs, moved up 36 places to 37th in the batting charts. Jaiswal jumped 24 places to 64th. The series saw India, fielding a young team without T20 World Cup winners, recover from a loss in the opener to win the next four matches. Gill's leadership and batting form were key to the team's 4-1 victory. The series was India's first since winning the T20 World Cup.

Tragedy struck in Sri Lanka as former Under-19 cricket team captain, Dhammika Niroshana, was allegedly shot dead at his Ambalangoda home on Tuesday night. The incident occurred in the presence of his family, including his wife and two children. A 12-bore firearm was reportedly used in the crime. Police have sent the body for autopsy and are investigating the matter. Niroshana, a pace bowling all-rounder, led notable players like Farvez Maharoof and Angelo Mathews during his age-group cricket days. He had quit the sport at 20. The cricket fraternity mourns the loss of a talented young cricketer.

Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami has taken a crucial step towards his comeback, resuming bowling in the nets after a lengthy injury layoff. The 33-year-old pacer underwent surgery for a right heel injury and has been under the BCCI's supervision. Shami missed several key tournaments, including the IPL and T20 World Cup. He shared a video of himself bowling cautiously in the nets, signaling his progress. While he has recovered from the ankle injury, he is yet to regain full intensity. Shami aims to regain form and secure medical clearance from the NCA to return to competitive cricket.

Gareth Southgate has resigned as England manager following the team’s exit from Euro 2024. Southgate, who managed the national team for eight years, said, "It's time for change, and for a new chapter." FA CEO Mark Bullingham expressed gratitude, stating, "We will be forever grateful." Former England striker Alan Shearer praised Southgate, saying, "He should look back with great pride." Speculation about his successor includes names like Graham Potter, Mauricio Pochettino, and Eddie Howe. Prince William also paid tribute, thanking Southgate for his contributions.

Jude Bellingham and Alan Shearer lead tributes to Gareth Southgate, who resigned as England manager after nearly eight years. Southgate's tenure ended with a 2-1 loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Bellingham praised him as "one of the best coaches in national team history" and "an unbelievable human being." Shearer lauded Southgate for restoring pride and expectation to England. Current and former players, including Declan Rice and Ashley Young, echoed these sentiments, highlighting Southgate's impact on English football and his exemplary leadership.

Gareth Southgate has stepped down as England manager following the team's Euro 2024 final loss to Spain. During his tenure, Southgate led England to the semifinals of the 2018 World Cup, the final of Euro 2020, and the quarterfinals of the 2022 World Cup. He won eight knockout games, a record surpassed only by the combined total of all other England managers. The FA will now search for a new head coach to lead the team in the 2026 World Cup. England's next match is against Republic of Ireland in the UEFA Nations League on September 7.

Hardik Pandya is all set to lead team India in the three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka, starting July 27 in Pallekele. The all-rounder, previously vice-captain under Rohit Sharma, has been deemed fully fit for the series. The T20Is will be played from July 27 to 30, followed by ODIs in Colombo from August 2 to 7. The team squad is expected to be announced shortly. This will be Pandya's first series as India captain, marking a new milestone in his career. The series will be an important fixture for both teams, with key players set to showcase their skills.

The head of the Colombian Football Federation, Ramón Jesurún, 71, and his son Ramón Jamil, 43, have been arrested in Miami following a brawl at the Copa América final. They face charges of battery involving an official or employee after Colombia lost to Argentina 0-1 in extra time. The incident occurred at the Hard Rock Stadium, according to the Miami-Dade Police Department. Neither Jesurún nor his son have commented on the incident. This incident has sparked outrage in the football community, raising questions about sportsmanship and conduct.