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Pakistan Champions, runners-up of the first World Championship of Legends (WCL), launched the official kit ahead of the second season of the event scheduled to be held in Birmingham later this month.

The star-studded franchise revealed its new emblem on the social media platform X, accompanied by the caption: “Proud to unveil the official jersey of the Pakistan Champions for the World Championship of Legends 2025.”

Following a first successful season last year, the WCL T20 League is ready to come back for its second one in the July–August window.

From six countries — India, Australia, Pakistan, South Africa, England, and the West Indies—the tournament includes cricketing legends.

In the first season, Pakistan Champions ran an amazing campaign with overwhelming victories in the group stage.

Their trip started with a victory against Australia, after which they crushed the West Indies. They posted 243/4 in a memorable high-scoring battle against their arch rivals India before limiting the Men in Blue to 175/9.

Led by former Pakistan skipper Younis Khan, the squad kept up their remarkable form with a victory against England; their only groupstage loss came against South Africa.

Securing a 20-run win to book a place in the final against India, the Men in Green progressed to the semifinals where they overcame the West Indies once again.

Pakistan set a target of 157 in a tight final, but India pursued it down in 19.1 overs to take the championship with a five-wicket victory.

For the unversed, on July 18, Pakistan Champions will play England Champions at the famous Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham to start the second season of the WCL.

Scheduled for July 20 at the same location is the much awaited conflict between archrivals India and Pakistan.

Complete Tournament Schedule

League Stage

July 18 (Friday): England Champions vs Pakistan Champions

July 19 (Saturday): West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champions

July 19 (Saturday): England Champions vs Australia Champions

July 20 (Sunday): India Champions vs Pakistan Champions

July 22 (Tuesday): England Champions vs West Indies Champions

July 22 (Tuesday): India Champions vs South Africa Champions

July 23 (Wednesday): Australia Champions vs West Indies Champions

July 24 (Thursday): South Africa Champions vs England Champions

July 25 (Friday): Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions

July 26 (Saturday): India Champions vs Australia Champions

July 26 (Saturday): Pakistan Champions vs West Indies Champions

July 27 (Sunday): South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions

July 27 (Sunday): India Champions vs England Champions

July 29 (Tuesday): Australia Champions vs Pakistan Champions

July 29 (Tuesday): India Champions vs West Indies Champions

Knockout Stage

July 31 (Thursday): Semi-Final 1 – SF1 vs SF4 (Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham)

July 31 (Thursday): Semi-Final 2 – SF2 vs SF3 (Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham)

August 2 (Saturday): Final (Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham)

India’s Test captain Shubman Gill left the cricketing world awestruck with a commanding double century on Day 2 of the second Test against England at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Resuming on his overnight score of 114, the 25-year-old carried on withdazzling strokeplay to finish with a stunning 269 off 387 balls, which also marks his first double hundred in Tests. Facing the English bowling attack, Gill made the most of the flat surface, compiling a knock that combined patience and precision. He brought up the milestone with a single off Josh Tongue, celebrating with passion as the Edgbaston crowd rose in admiration. Gill’s epic innings etched his name in the record books. He became only the third Indian to score a Test double hundred in England, joining legends Rahul Dravid (217 at The Oval, 2002) and Sunil Gavaskar (221 at The Oval, 1979). More notably, he is now the first Indian captain to score a Test double century in England, surpassing Mohammad Azharuddin’s 179 at Old Trafford in 1990. His 269 also became the highest individual score by an Indian in England, overtaking Gavaskar’s long-standing mark. Reactions poured in from across the cricket fraternity. Mentor and former teammate Yuvraj Singh hailed Gill’s clarity and intent. He wrote, “Take a bow @ShubmanGill! Making it look so easy on the big stage… unstoppable when the intent is clear.” Sachin Tendulkar praised both Gill and Ravindra Jadeja for their commitment, while R Ashwin called it a “fabulous start to his leadership stint.”

Irfan Pathan noted the ‘determination’ in Gill’s eyes and the blend of charm and defence in his shot selection. Suresh Raina called it “leadership at its finest.”

As India end their innings at 587 all out from 151 overs, it was a captain’s knock that will be remembered for years to come.

It’s time to step back inside the Atlassian Williams Racing Virtual Garage, as we’ve tucked away some all-new secret items.

A new update is live and packed with hidden James Vowles surprises. They’re neatly tucked away, surrounded by items to find belonging to both Alex and Carlos as well.

Whether you’ve toured the space before or it’s your first visit, now’s a great time to dive back in. Try on helmets and caps with AR, walk up to the pit wall gantry, and immerse yourself in the heartbeat of our F1 operation on a race weekend, all in the palm of your hand.

Olympic champion Ruben Limardo has announced plans to continue his remarkable fencing journey through to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, potentially marking a historic sixth Olympic appearance for the Venezuelan icon.

“My big dream is LA 2028,” Limardo told Panam Sports.

“I want to be the first Venezuelan to compete in six Olympic Games, and I’ll go after another Olympic medal.”

Limardo, who turns 40 on 3 August, is Venezuela’s most decorated fencer and remains a central figure in his national team.

Despite the physical demands of elite competition, he says his passion for the sport continues to grow.

“I still feel good physically. Of course, I get tired more easily, but I enjoy fencing now more than ever,” Limardo told Panam Sports. “Leaving the sport will be difficult as long as I keep winning.”

Wimbledon 2025 – how to watch Aryna Sabalenka vs Emma Raducanu live

Sabalenka and Raducanu will meet in the women’s singles third round on Friday, 4 July, with the start time to be confirmed.

Wimbledon is broadcast for free in Great Britain on the BBC, who cover the two weeks across their broadcast and digital channels. ESPN show the tournament across South America and in the USA, where Tennis Channel also hold rights.

Canadian fans can follow the action live on TSN and RDS, while Nine Network Australia and Stan Sport share the broadcast of matches in Australia. In India, Wimbledon will be shown on Star Sports and JioHotstar, with SPOTV the place to watch the tennis in the Philippines.

Find the full list of broadcasters for the Championships here.

Fresh off a milestone season that saw Richard Carapaz make history with a stunning solo victory on Stage 17 of the 2024 Tour and capture the prestigious polka dot jersey as King of the Mountains, this expanded collaboration brings even more races, more visibility, and more ambition to the road ahead. 

After a high-impact activation last summer that introduced Cadillac’s all-electric LYRIQ to the cycling world, Cadillac is now doubling down with a strategic, two-season commitment alongside EF Education-EasyPost and EF Education-Oatly. The extended partnership through 2026 will bring the LYRIQ and Cadillac branding to nearly 100 races over the course of the partnership—including a presence on the team’s official kit for 2025. 

“As someone who’s passionate about cycling, this partnership with EF Pro Cycling resonates on a personal level. Both our teams embrace ambition, precision, and a willingness to lead the way forward. Whether it’s on two wheels or four, we believe progress comes from daring to do things differently. That’s what this partnership is all about,” said Jean-Pierre Diernaz, Chief Marketing Officer, GM Europe.  

“In 2024, Cadillac proved that going fully electric at the world’s hardest bike race—the Tour de France—was possible. It was no small feat, but Cadillac made it look effortless. In 2025 and beyond, we want to set a new standard for what performance, sustainability, and innovation look like in professional sport,” said Jonathan Vaughters, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, EF Pro Cycling. 

All-Electric Performance, Front and Center 
Cadillac’s LYRIQ will once again take center stage as a mobile command center for the team, serving as a zero-emissions support vehicle across some of the world’s most iconic and challenging courses. More than just a car, the LYRIQ plays a critical role in EF Pro Cycling’s strategy—offering a calm, quiet space for race planning, carrying spare bikes and gear, and acting as a lifeline for riders in high-pressure moments. 

From steep mountain passes to winding coastal roads, the LYRIQ’s precision, comfort, and endurance will be on full display—proving its capabilities in the toughest real-world conditions. 

Beyond the Race: A Lifestyle in Motion 

Cadillac’s growing presence in Europe isn’t confined to the road. This partnership will extend to unique moments off the saddle, including exclusive activations at the Cadillac City Store in Paris where fans can engage with the brand and discover its world in new and unexpected ways. The store will also serve as the official hotspot to celebrate the end of the Tour de France—bringing the energy of the race into the heart of the city for a memorable finish. 

Shared Spirit, Shared Momentum 
Both Cadillac and EF Pro Cycling embody a spirit of reinvention. Whether it’s the instantly recognizable pink jersey or the sharp, unmistakable silhouette of the LYRIQ, this partnership is designed to stand out—and move forward boldly. 

Together, they represent a powerful alignment of performance, sustainability, and style—accelerating Cadillac’s mission to redefine luxury for a new generation of drivers across Europe. 

Head coach Andy Farrell insists his son Owen is ready for a return to international rugby after he was called up into the squad for the Qatar Airways British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia 2025.

Owen, who has played his Test career at fly-half or inside centre, joins an elite group as he becomes only the fifth player to participate in his fourth Lions Tour.

The 33-year-old, who recently rejoined Saracens from Racing 92, has six Lions caps to his name from his three previous Tours while the most recent of his 112 England caps came at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

He replaces Elliot Daly in the squad after he was ruled out for the rest of the Tour with a fractured arm sustained in the 52-12 win against the Queensland Reds on Wednesday.

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Andy Farrell said: “I suppose for all of us, really, we look at international games or we look at club games, or whatever, but the person is still the person and the character is still the character.

“The player inside is still the player inside if he is fit and well and ready to fire, and we see all of that [in Owen] – that hunger has always been there.

“We see him adding to the group and injecting a bit of life and experience, as far as what he can bring to the squad.”

When asked what Owen’s reaction to being called up was, Andy Farrell said: “Well he didn’t cry like Finlay [Bealham]! I suppose that’s what happens when it’s your fourth Tour.

“He’s delighted like everyone else. It was just a very short conversation, as in ‘yep, I can get ready, get packed, ready to go.”

Owen Farrell will join the Lions’ touring party on Friday, but naturally there was disappointment for Daly who had impressed at full-back in Australia, including two tries against the Western Force.

Daly becomes the second Lions player to have their Tour ended prematurely after scrum-half Tomos Williams was ruled out with a hamstring injury following the 54-7 victory over the Force.

Andy Farrell said: “It’s disappointing for all of us, like it was for Tomos.

“In the same manner, he’s an unbelievably popular guy amongst the group and obviously he’s vastly experienced.

“The experience that he’s not just got 70-odd caps at Test level but in a Lions shirt he’s somewhat of a Lions legend in regard to the 16 times he’s pulled the shirt on and 11 consecutive games – that’s amazing, isn’t it?

“Five caps, it could have been six had he come off the bench (against South Africa in 2021), he’s a very experienced player who was back to his best as well, so it’s very sad,”

Remember when Lily Zhang and Anthony Edwards challenged each other to an unlikely sports cross-over at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games?

With basketball star Edwards convinced he could take points off of Zhang and her USA Table Tennis teammates, their banter was one of the many viral storylines from Paris.

More importantly, though, it gave the profile of table tennis a boost in the United States ahead of the country hosting the next Olympic Games at LA 2028.

This week, Las Vegas, Nevada, holds the first-ever World Table Tennis United States Smash from 3–13 July – the first time one of the sport’s Grand Smashes, the top tier of the global circuit akin to the golf majors or tennis grand slams, is played in the United States.

It’ll be another chance for Zhang and her teammates – as well as the sport’s big names from around the world, who’ll be travelling to play in front of a U.S. audience for the first time – to propel table tennis into the consciousness of sports fans in the country.

“It was great that we got more eyes on the interaction but also our sport,” Zhang told Olympics.com at the recent World Championships of her exchanges with Edwards in Paris. “[Table tennis] is not the biggest sport in the U.S. yet, so we’re always looking to get more exposure.”

Having a major tournament on home soil is an opportunity to raise the profile of table tennis in the U.S. once more. It’ll be an occasion for Zhang and her teammates to show the country that they’re still around, not just a once-every-four-years team which pops up during the Olympics.

“I think any time we come out to international tournaments to represent our country, to leave our heart out on the tables, I feel like people see that and appreciate that,” Zhang said. “We’re all just trying our best to represent our country as best as we can, and hopefully that brings more eyes to the sport.

“I think once people get a chance to watch and to come out and support [in person], they really enjoy it and find themselves getting into it.”

There’s another thing Zhang hopes to achieve at the United States Smash in Vegas: Remind the next generation of players that pursuing table tennis is a viable career option – especially with LA28 coming up.

“Hopefully, inspire younger players to pick up the racquet – and to keep playing as well, not just start. In the U.S., a lot of players stop when they go to university, so to be able to have a pathway for a professional career in table tennis, is really the main goal.”

Reuters