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Indian Express
32 minutes ago
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- Indian Express
Jofra and Jasprit, the speed guns without speed breakers destined to make cricket great again
England's foremost cricket pundit Nasser Hussain thinks Jofra Archer should sit out the Edgbaston Test but train with the team – bowling at nets, jogging during breaks, getting his body Test match ready. Last Sunday, Archer, England's very own Jasprit Bumrah, played a first-class game after 1,500 days. Finally, fit to play the longer format, he bowled 18 overs for Sussex and got a wicket. If you are a 150kph bowler with a sparkling red-ball history that was enough to get a Test recall. But Hussain advises caution, he wants Archer to press restart at Lord's, ironically the Test Bumrah is expected to return to, after his likely miss of the second Test that starts on July 2. At the Home of Cricket, the two diehard Test cricket lovers will terrorise batsmen and for once the lopsided bat-versus-ball contest will be even. Bumrah and Jofra have lost out a lot because of their passion and commitment towards Tests. They could have taken the easy way out, like many of their contemporaries who just focused on white-ball cricket, cut down on workload and earned a lot. But they haven't. Jofra sacrificed money, Bumrah the captaincy. When Jofra was recalled, BBC spoke to his close friend Saqib Mahmood. The two had roomed when they were dealing with similar injuries. 'With Jof the easiest thing for him to have done is just gone purely white ball. He'd have been financially better off and had all of that. But I could always tell he wanted to play Test cricket. I just knew it,' Mahmood said. During the Headingley Test where he took five wickets, Bumrah, at a press conference, expressed his angst when asked about the constant speculation about his injury-ridden future. It's where India's MVP, a captaincy candidate till as recently as the Border Gavaskar Trophy at the end of last year, dropped a line that was about his regret at not being able to be India's long-term captain. It was a rare slip by the guarded professional who weighs every word he utters in public and even maintains a happy expression and positive tone when talking about 'dropped catches.' 'Mann tha, karna bhi tha, but Indian cricket se upar kuch nahi hai. (I wanted it and could do it but there is nothing bigger than Indian cricket),' he said, explaining how the high probability of missing games due to his workload saw him step back. He said it wouldn't be fair to the team, if they can't play all the Tests as it would impact continuity. Can we declare Jasprit Bumrah a national treasure already? 😅 #SonySportsNetwork #GroundTumharaJeetHamari #ENGvIND #NayaIndia #DhaakadIndia #TeamIndia — Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) June 22, 2025 Fast bowlers, the ones putting their body on the line to pursue real speed, are a different breed. Always risking career-threatening injury, they are known to live on the edge. They are cricket's fighter jocks, the proud men who walk around the dressing room with a swagger. The team's popular stars, the batsmen keep a distance from them, but they know their importance. In contrast, the pacers mock the team's star batsmen, they are to them what boyband artists are to hardened rock stars. Even when Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were in the team, no one fooled around with Bumrah. Jofra's mate Mahmood says there are a few no-go areas for him too. While the two trained, they would keep comparing his calf muscles. Jofra would have a retort that only those in 'Club 150' could possibly offer with a comeback line. 'What's the fastest you have bowled?' In a game in the early part of IPL, Jofra, turning up for Rajasthan Royals, took a serious beating. Against SunRisers Hyderabad, he went for 76 in four overs. It proved to be the most expensive IPL spell. Ishan Kishan and Travis Head were responsible for the nightmarish figures. 90 seconds of Jofra Archer being absolutely RAPID 🔥 Happy birthday, @jofraarcher 🎂 — England Cricket (@englandcricket) April 1, 2024 RR coach, the Kiwi speedster Shane Bond, saw how the game impacted Jofra. 'There's no doubt he was hurting a bit. I think that's a credit to how quickly he bounced back. He got back to the training ground, trained brilliantly, was really focused and knew what he wanted to do and had to do,' Bond told the BBC. By the end of the season, that spell was forgotten as Archer ended with 11 wickets. Bumrah too doesn't take injudicious batting adventurism kindly. In the 2024-25 BGT, the young Aussie opener Sam Konstas, their Ishan Kishan, riled Bumrah with his batting bravado. By the end of the tour, the Aussies were rethinking their opening options. The uncertainty over the fitness, and at times even about their pace, has resulted in the two getting targeted by fans. There was a time when it was said that Bumrah would miss India games because of his health but would get magically match-fit during IPL. Jofra too faced taunts during his long recovery and rehabilitation when ECB stood by him. There were comments that Jofra was on the longest paid holiday. Though, used to such sly sledges, there comes a point when it hurts. 'You try to not let it get to you but you can ignore 100 of them but sometimes that 101st is the straw that breaks the camel's back,' he once said. But Jofra would take criticism as motivation. Something that even Bumrah too is good at. Though the pacer now has legions of fans and is considered the team's rare match winner, his every injury coincides with some doomsday prediction. Bumrah, the other day, laughed at the regularity with which he gets written off. 'Everybody is free to write whatever they want. It doesn't matter to me. If those thoughts come into my mind, I will start believing it. I get dictated by what I believe in,' he says. 'I have played cricket on my belief since people have said 'no' to me all my life. First they said you wouldn't be able to play, next they said you will play for 6 months, after 8 months … now I have finished 10 years of international cricket.' And then he would get philosophical, he talks about barkat – the divine favour. 'I prepare the best I can and after that I leave it to the almighty. My barkat will decide how much I play,' he said. Here's hoping Lord's extends divine favour to the two men working towards making Tests great again.
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sub Secrets and Dressing Room Drama as the Premier League Goes Ted Lasso
Sub Secrets and Dressing Room Drama as the Premier League Goes Ted Lasso originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Starting next season, Premier League broadcasts will get up close and personal, with substituted players facing live touchline interviews during matches and cameras sneaking into dressing rooms for exclusive glimpses. Advertisement This bold move, part of a massive $8.4 billion four-year TV deal, aims to deepen fan engagement. Sky Sports and TNT Sports will air up to 270 live games annually, amplifying the drama say Imagine the intensity: a player, fresh off the pitch, sweat dripping, answering questions as the game roars on. Substituted players will have a brief cool-down before facing the mic, ensuring they're composed but candid say the BBC. This American-style approach, common in sports like the NFL, is a first for UK football. Will we see dressing room scenes that Ted Lasso made famous? Camera operators will also dart onto the pitch for close-ups of goal celebrations, capturing raw emotion in real time. Dressing room access, however, comes with strict limits, no filming during team talks, preserving tactical secrecy. These changes, first reported by The Telegraph, promise to redefine how fans experience the game. Advertisement The Premier League's new TV mega-deal, fuels these innovations. Sky Sports and TNT Sports will dominate live coverage, while the BBC retains its iconic Match of the Day highlights (albeit without Gary Lineker), Football Focus, and enhanced digital rights for online platforms. Details on the frequency of touchline interviews and which matches they'll feature remain under wraps. The EPL will have in-game, on-field interviews of subbed off players next by Todd Kirkland - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images Related: World's Best Soccer Show Presenter Axed as BBC Woke Police Strike This shift has sparked debate. Some fans crave the raw access, while others worry it could distract players or reveal too much. The Premier League insists the changes balance entertainment with respect for the game's integrity. Team tactics will not be aired - but might we catch some Roy Kent language? Clubs will need to adapt to this new spotlight. Dressing room footage, though restricted, could offer fans a rare peek into pre- and post-match moments, humanizing the stars. Touchline interviews might reveal unfiltered emotions, from frustration to triumph, straight from the players' mouths. Advertisement Substitute interviews are going to be really unpredictable, a bit like the following quote maybe? Soccer People say funny stuff...'You could fill two internets with what I don't know about football.' Ted Lasso. The Premier League is betting big on fan engagement, drawing inspiration from American sports' in-your-face coverage. Yet, with such unprecedented access, the line between immersion and intrusion is razor-thin. Will players embrace the mic or shy away? These changes mark a new era for Premier League broadcasts, blending high-stakes action with intimate storytelling. Fans will feel closer to the game than ever, but the success of this experiment hinges on execution and plenty of bleep-outs and blooper reels. Next: Fake World Cup 2026 Tickets Are Here — How to Avoid the Scam This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
Evening Standard
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Evening Standard
Harry emphasises importance of ‘compassion' in surprise New York appearance
Bake Off star Nadiya Hussain speaks out after BBC cookery show is axed: 'It made me reassess where I want to be' Bake Off star Nadiya Hussain speaks out after BBC cookery show is axed
Daily Mirror
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Glastonbury Festival 2025's Saturday line-up, headliners and set times
Glastonbury Festival 2025 is heading into day four with the likes of Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts, Charli XCX, Doechii and Scissor Sisters Day four of Glastonbury Festival 2025 is in full swing, with hundreds of thousands of revellers keeping the party alive into the weekend. Although the festival opened its gates to the public on Wednesday, Saturday, June 28 marks the second day that headlining acts are set to dazzle across the numerous stages. Last night saw The 1975 rock the Pyramid Stage, marking their first return to the festival in nearly a decade. Tonight's top billing is expected to be Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts, but there's been some confusion over whether fans at home will be able to tune in to his performance. While the BBC iPlayer is geared up to stream live from the main five stages, it remains uncertain if Neil Young's act will be broadcast for home viewers. A BBC spokesperson clarified: "On Saturday on BBC iPlayer, our Glastonbury Channel and five streams for the main stages will bring a range of live performances to audiences." They added: "At the artist's request, we won't be livestreaming Neil Young's set. Our plans, including those for our TV highlights shows and on-demand coverage, continue to be finalised right up to and during the festival." In contrast, Charli XCX's headline performance on the Other Stage will be broadcast live on iPlayer and BBC One starting at 10.30pm. For those enjoying the festival from the comfort of their homes, the BBC's The Glastonbury Hits Channel offers a chance to dive into classic sets and iconic moments, all accessible through iPlayer, reports Somerset Live. BBC iPlayer is set to offer over 90 hours of performances with live streams from the five main stages - Pyramid, Other, West Holts, Woodsies and The Park. This will allow viewers to create their own list of must-see acts and plan their weekend. Sets from the Pyramid Stage will be available to stream live in Ultra High Definition and in British Sign Language. For those who prefer radio, they can tune into BBC Radio 6 Music, BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra, BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. Saturday's line-up has a mystery act listed as 'Patchwork' performing from 6.15pm to 7.15pm on the Pyramid Stages. Speculation is rife that it could be anyone from Haim to Pulp to Chappell Roan. Below are the line-ups and set times for all the main stages, along with a few extras. Live feeds will be available from the main five stages. Pyramid Stage NEIL YOUNG AND THE CHROME HEARTS - 10pm - 11.45pm RAYE- 8pm - 9pm PATCHWORK - 6.15pm - 7.15pm JOHN FOGERTY - 4.30pm - 5.30pm THE SCRIPT - 3pm- 4pm BRANDI CARLILE - 1.30pm - 2.30pm KAISER CHIEFS - 12pm - 1pm Other Stage CHARLI XCX - 10.30pm - 11.45pm DEFTONES - 8.30pm - 9.30pm EZRA COLLECTIVE - 6.45pm - 7.45pm AMYL & THE SNIFFERS - 5pm - 6pm WEEZER - 3.30pm - 4.30pm BEABADOOBEE - 2pm - 3pm GOOD NEIGHBOURS - 12.45pm - 1.30pm ALESSI ROSE - 11.30pm - 12.15pm West Holts Stage DOECHII - 10.45pm - 11.30pm AMAARAE - 8.30pm - 9.30pm GREENTEA PENG - 7pm - 8pm YUSSEF DAYES - 5.30pm - 6.30pm KNEECAP - 4pm - 5pm BOB VYLAN - 2.30pm - 5.30pm NILÜFER YANYA - 1pm - 2pm INFINITY SONG - 11.30pm - 12.30pm Woodsies SCISSOR SISTERS - 10.30pm - 11.45pm TOM ODELL - 9pm - 10pm FATHER JOHN MISTY - 7.30pm - 8.30pm TV ON THE RADIO - 6pm - 7pm NOVA TWINS - 4.30pm - 5.30pm JADE - 3.15pm - 4pm FCUKERS - 2pm - 2.45pm SORRY - 12.45pm - 13.30pm THE AMAZONS - 11.30pm - 12.15pm The Park Stage CARIBOU - 11pm - 12.15am BETH GIBBONS - 9.15pm - 10.15pm TBA - 7.30pm - 8.30pm GARY NUMAN - 6pm - 7pm PA SALIEU - 4.45pm - 5.30pm LUCY DACUS - 3.30pm - 4.15pm JAPANESE BREAKFAST - 2pm - 3pm ICHIKO AOBA - 12.45pm - 1.30pm YANN TIERSEN - 11.10am - 12.10pm Acoustic Stage NICK LOWE - 9.30pm - 10.45pm HOTHOUSE FLOWERS - 8pm - 9pm JEREMY LOOPS - 6.30pm - 7.30pm THE CORONAS - 5.10pm - 6pm THE BLUEBELLS - 4.10pm - 4.50pm NOT COMPLETELY UNKNOWN A CELEBRATION OF THE SONGS OF BOB DYLAN FEATURING: PAUL CARRACK, SID GRIFFIN, KATYA, RALPH MCTELL, LIAM O MAONLAI - 3pm - 4pm SOPHIE B. HAWKINS - 2pm - 2.40pm OISIN LEECH- 1pm - 1.40pm LORRAINE NASH - 12.10pm - 12.40pm HENRY GRACE - 11.30am - 12pm Avalon Stage HARD-FI - 11.10pm - 12.20am TOM WALKER - 9.40pm - 10.40pm RACHEL CHINOURIRI - 8.10pm - 9.10pm JADE BIRD - 6.40pm - 7.40pm THE AMY WINEHOUSE BAND - 5.10pm - 6.10pm JAMIE CULLUM - 3.40pm - 4.40pm STEPHEN WILSON JR. - 2.15pm - 3.10pm BESS ATWELL - 12.50pm - 1.45pm FÜLÜ - 11.30am - 12.20pm
Daily Mail
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE What REALLY happened with Geri Halliwell-Horner and Naga Munchetty: KATIE HIND reveals 'abhorrent' behaviour and vicious briefing war tearing BBC Breakfast apart as insiders flood her inbox to tell sorry story
This week, the atmosphere on-screen has been determinedly cosy and jovial. But make no mistake: behind the scenes at BBC Breakfast, battle lines are being drawn. And everyone from famous hosts to lowly runners are picking sides, either falling in behind one of the show's best-known hosts, the forthright Naga Munchetty – or her abrasive editor, Richard Frediani.
