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Video captures moment Air India Ahmedabad-London flight crashed after take-off

Team India pay tribute to Air India crash victims, Lord’s observes minute of silence

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The Indian team, who are playing an intra-squad game in Beckenham, also paid their tribute to the victims and wore black armbands before the match got underway. Air India Flight AI171, operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed near Ahmedabad’s Megh Nagar area just minutes after taking off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon. The aircraft was carrying 242 people, including 230 passengers and 12 crew members. Among them were 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, one Canadian national, and seven Portuguese nationals. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma were among the sportspersons who mourned the tragedy on Thursday. The players and the support staff were seen observing a minute of silence and sported black armbands to remember the victims. “The players and members of support staff involved in the intra-squad game in Beckenham are wearing black armbands. A minute’s silence was also observed today to pay homage to the victims of the Ahmedabad plane crash, as a mark of respect for the lives lost and solidarity with the affected families,” read the statement from BCCI. The players and members of support staff involved in the intra-squad game in Beckenham are wearing black armbands. A minute’s silence was also observed today to pay homage to the victims of the Ahmedabad plane crash, as a mark of respect for the lives lost and solidarity with pic.twitter.com/u364pNdGyu— BCCI (@BCCI) June 13, 2025 Lord’s holds a mintute of silence Australia and South Africa players paid their respects to the victims of the Air India crash in Ahmedabad ahead of the start of Day 3 on Friday, June 13. Both sets of players are wearing black armbands in memory of the people who lost their lives in the plane crash that shocked the world on Friday. The players and the crowd at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground observed a one-minute silence to remember the victims before play got underway on Friday. Published On: Jun 13, 2025

Australia vs South Africa, WTC Final: Steven Smith surpasses Don Bradman, Garfield Sobers to become … | Cricket News

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Steve Smith of Australia (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: In the high-stakes setting of the 2025 ICC World Test Championship Final at Lord’s, Steve Smith added another remarkable milestone to his glittering career. The Australian batter scored a resilient 66 off 112 balls, laced with 10 boundaries, on Day One against South Africa, and in doing so, he overtook legends Sir Don Bradman and Sir Garfield Sobers to become the highest run-scorer by a visiting batter at Lord’s.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!With this innings, Smith’s aggregate at the iconic venue now stands at 591 runs, surpassing Bradman’s 551 and Sobers’ 571. He now sits atop a prestigious list that includes names like Warren Bardsley (575), Shivnarine Chanderpaul (512), Dilip Vengsarkar (508), and Allan Border (503), a mark of his consistency and mastery in English conditions.Smith’s innings came at a time when Australia desperately needed stability. South Africa’s pace battery had ripped through the top order, reducing the Aussies to 67/4 by lunch. Most runs by a visiting batter at Lord’s 591- Steven Smith 575 – Warren Bardsley 571 – Sir Garfield Sobers 551 – Sir Don Bradman 512 – Shivnarine Chanderpaul 508 – Dilip Vengsarkar 503 – Allan Border Under overcast skies, Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma elected to bowl first, a decision vindicated by sharp spells from Marco Jansen and Kagiso Rabada, who picked up two wickets each. Bombay Sport Exchange Ep. 6: Harish Thawani on cricket’s TV market and the watershed moments Despite the chaos at the other end, Smith stood tall with trademark resilience and precision. He weathered probing spells from Lungi Ngidi and Wiaan Mulder, showcasing flawless technique and calm under pressure. His innings not only lifted Australia past early trouble but also further cemented his legacy as one of the game’s greats.Smith’s feat at Lord’s, the “Home of Cricket”, adds yet another layer to his legendary status; and as the WTC Final unfolds, his performance could very well be the anchor Australia need in their quest for the crown.

World Test Championship Final: South Africa wins toss, opts to bowl first against Australia

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Australia’s Pat Cummins with South Africa’s Temba Bavuma during the coin toss for the 2025 ICC World Test Championship Final, at the Lord’s Cricket Ground, London, on June 11, 2025 | Photo Credit: Action Images via Reuters South Africa won the toss and chose to bowl first against defending champion Australia at Lord’s in the World Test Championship final on Wednesday (June 11, 2025). Cloud cover decided the call. “Massive (occasion),” South Africa captain Temba Bavuma said. ”You can hear the South African accents as well in the stands. Should be a spectacle.” South Africa’s playing XI for their #WTC25 Final meeting with Australia 🔒 Read ➡️ https://t.co/s1QD1Y4MX8pic.twitter.com/HQidSa7Zyt — ICC (@ICC) June 11, 2025 Unlike South Africa, Australia didn’t have a warmup game, but captain Pat Cummins said they were ready. “Preparation has been unreal. All the guys in the team are ready to go,” Cummins said. “We have had about 10 days of preparation. I don’t think there’s any extra pressure. We’ve been here before and won it. So it’s just about going out and enjoying it.” The Australian team in a quest to defend the World Test Championship mace 💪 More from the #WTC25 Final 👉 https://t.co/7VtfPP1S5zpic.twitter.com/HM0m7H9Bjr — ICC (@ICC) June 11, 2025 The teams were named on Tuesday. Australia has gone with a new top order by pushing up Marnus Labuschagne to open in a Test for the first time, and placing Cameron Green at No. 3 for his first test in 15 months. Josh Hazlewood has displaced Scott Boland in the pace attack. South Africa brought back Lungi Ngidi as the third seamer in the only change to the team from its last test in January in Cape Town, a four-day win over Pakistan. Squads South Africa: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Temba Bavuma (captain), Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, Kyle Verreynne, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi. Australia: Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Beau Webster, Alex Carey, Pat Cummins (captain), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood. The World Test Championship Final is being streamed live on JioHotstar. Published – June 11, 2025 03:03 pm IST

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World Test Championship Final, South Africa (SA) vs Australia (AUS) London weather report: Will rain spoil the party at Lord’s?

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Australia and South Africa are set to battle it out for the World Test Championship Final at the iconic Lord’s cricket ground in London starting from June 11. The Aussies have shown incredible form throughout the WTC 2023-25 cycle, with a big win over India to claim the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. They were the only team to go unbeaten throughout the cycle, with four series wins out of six. South Africa, on the other hand, finished at the top of the table in the WTC standings and will be the home team at Lord’s during the summit clash. The Proteas are eyeing an elusive ICC crown after a big hiatus and have come close on multiple occasions. WTC 2023-25 Final: Preview | FAQs Both Australia and South Africa didn’t waste time when it came to naming their playing XIs for the contest as well. South Africa went for their tried and test lineup while Marnus Labuschagne opening the batting was the major news from the Australian camp. With the match all set to capture the imagination of the fans, will the weather play a role in the contest? WTC Final 2025: London weather report According to Accuweather, we are in for a cloudy day in London on Wednesday, June 11. However, Day 2 and Day 3 of the Test is expected to have rain play a role in proceedings. There is 65 and 60 percent chance of precipitation on Thursday and Friday with showers predicted. Saturday and Sunday are expected to be clear of rain. (Credit: Accuweather) In terms of temperatures, it is expected to be on the cooler side, with it being well within the 30 degree celsius and the lowest being around 14 degree celsius. What will happen if the game is affected by rain? Thankfully, a reserve day is in place for the WTC Final and it comes into effect only if overs are lost during the course of the match. So, even if rain does affect play on Day 2 and 3, we could have the reserve day come into rescue us. If a result isn’t possible even on the reserve day, then the trophy will be shared between Australia and South Africa. Published On: Jun 11, 2025