Sports Bulletin For June 13: From Gautam Gambhir Leaving India Camp Due To Family Emergency To IND Players Mourning Ahmedabad Plane Crash Victims

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Sports Bulletin For June 13: From emotional developments in Indian cricket to historic feats in international T20 leagues, today's sports bulletin covers the biggest headlines across cricket, football, tennis, and hockey. Here's a quick look at the top stories making waves in the world of sports.

1) India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir Returns Home Due to Mother's Health Emergency: Report

Gautam Gambhir, the head coach of the Indian cricket team, has flown back home following a medical emergency involving his mother, who reportedly suffered a heart attack on June 11. As per The Times of India, she is currently admitted to a Delhi hospital and is receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), with Gambhir by her side during this critical period.

2) Indian Cricket Team Observe Silence For Ahmedabad Plane Crash Victims before practice match

During the intra-squad match in Beckenham, both Indian players and support staff sported black armbands as a gesture of mourning. Prior to the start of play, a minute's silence was observed to honour the memory of those who tragically lost their lives in the Ahmedabad plane crash. The tribute was a mark of respect and solidarity with the grieving families affected by the devastating incident.

3) SA vs AUS WTC Final Head To 3rd Day

South Africa-Australia WTC Final has now move into the 3rd Day's of play as the summit clash intensifies.

4) BCCI Bans Broadcast Of India A vs India Practice Match

As part of their preparations for the upcoming Test series against England, the Indian team kicked off an intra-squad practice match on Friday, June 13. This internal fixture, featuring players split between the India and India A squads, serves as the team's final tune-up before the highly anticipated five-Test series - which also marks the beginning of the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle.

However, much to the disappointment of fans, the match is not being broadcast or live-streamed on any platform. No television or digital coverage has been arranged. This decision, sources say, was taken intentionally by the team management under the leadership of head coach Gautam Gambhir.

The practice game is being conducted behind closed doors in Beckenham, with no access granted to media personnel, broadcasters, or spectators. The move is aimed at maintaining focus and allowing players to prepare in a distraction-free environment ahead of the challenging series against England.

5) Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals Clinch T20 Mumbai League Title

The 2025 edition of the T20 Mumbai League concluded in thrilling fashion at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, where the Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals, captained by Siddhesh Lad, emerged victorious. The Royals secured the championship with a five-wicket win over SoBo Mumbai Falcons, led by Shreyas Iyer, in a high-stakes final.

Opting to bat first, the Falcons found themselves in early trouble but managed to post a competitive total of 157/4. Their recovery was steered by a composed unbeaten half-century from Mayuresh Tandel and a crucial 45 not out from the promising Harsh Aghav, who continued to impress throughout the tournament.

In response, the Royals paced their chase smartly. Opener Chinmay Sutar played a pivotal role, anchoring the innings with a well-crafted 53, while timely contributions from other batters ensured the target was reached with four deliveries remaining, sealing a memorable title win.

6) Hazlewood, Cummins, Starc Australia's Best Pace Attack: Matthew Hayden

Ex-Australian opener Matthew Hayden has heaped praise on the current pace trio of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Starc, suggesting they might be the finest fast-bowling unit Australia has ever produced.

7) Finn Allen Scripts T20 World Record In MLC

Finn Allen lit up the opening night of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 with a breathtaking display of power-hitting, hammering a sensational 151 off just 51 deliveries to lead the San Francisco Unicorns to a dominant 123-run win over reigning champions Washington Freedom.

Allen's jaw-dropping knock rewrote the T20 record books. He now holds the record for the fastest 150 in T20 cricket, eclipsing previous benchmarks with ease. Additionally, he broke Chris Gayle's iconic record of 18 sixes in a single T20 innings by smashing an incredible 19 maximums.

The fireworks began early, with Allen unleashing his first six via an audacious lap shot in the opening over. From that point, there was no looking back as the New Zealand batter tore into the opposition bowling with fearless aggression and unmatched flair, turning the game into a one-man spectacle.

8) Tottenham Name Thomas Frank As New Head Coach

Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur have appointed Thomas Frank as their new head coach, just days after parting ways with Ange Postecoglou.

Frank, who spent several successful years in charge of Brentford, guided the club from the Championship into the Premier League and helped establish them as a competitive side in the top flight. His move marks a new chapter for the North London club, who are looking to rebuild under fresh leadership ahead of the upcoming season.

9) Never As Loved As Federer And Nadal: Djokovic

Serbian tennis great Novak Djokovic recently reflected on what it was like to compete alongside Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal during the golden era of men's tennis.

While Djokovic has now overtaken both Federer and Nadal in Grand Slam title count, he admitted that he never quite enjoyed the same level of affection from fans that his long-time rivals did. The 24-time Grand Slam champion shared that, despite his achievements, the admiration and support from the crowd often leaned more towards the Swiss maestro and the Spanish warrior.

10) India Junior Women's Hockey Team Grouped With Germany, Ireland and Namibia In Junior Hockey World Cup

The Indian junior women's hockey team has been placed in a group alongside Germany, Ireland, and Namibia for the upcoming FIH Hockey Women's Junior World Cup in Chile.

This year's edition of the tournament, scheduled from December 1 to 13, marks a significant change as the competition expands to feature 24 teams for the first time. The biennial event promises a larger and more competitive field as nations from around the globe vie for the coveted title on Chilean soil.