Sports Bulletin For July 5: From Shubman Gill's Father Not Happy After 200 To Fans Troll AIFF

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Sports Bulletin For July 5: It has been a packed July 5, 2025, making headlines across cricket, football, tennis, and chess.

From Shubman Gill's record-breaking double century and Gukesh's triumph over Magnus Carlsen to Novak Djokovic's Wimbledon milestone and Liverpool's emotional tribute to Diogo Jota - here are the key developments shaping the global sports landscape.

1) Shubman Gill's Father NOT Completely Happy After Shubman Gill's Double Century

Indian Test skipper Shubman Gill delivered a sensational performance in the second Test against England at Birmingham, crafting a monumental double century in the first innings.

Facing 387 deliveries, Gill amassed 269 runs - the highest score ever by an Indian in a Test match on English soil, eclipsing the legendary Sunil Gavaskar's 221 at The Oval in 1979. His commanding innings, marked by skill, patience, and elegance, saw him rewrite as many as 13 records, leaving fans and cricketing pundits alike in awe.

Despite the historic achievement, not everyone was entirely satisfied. In a video shared by the BCCI on their official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Gill shared that although his father was immensely proud of his effort, he couldn't hide his disappointment at seeing his son fall just 31 runs short of a rare triple century.

2) AIFF Puts Out Vacany For Indian Football Team Coach Role, Fans Bombard With Trolls

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) officially began its search for a new head coach for the men's national team on Friday, inviting applications until July 13. Aspiring candidates must bring at least a decade of coaching experience and exhibit strong "cultural sensitivity" along with other essential qualifications.

This development comes in the wake of Spaniard Manolo Marquez's exit from the post. The 56-year-old stepped down following a mutual agreement with the federation, after a string of disappointing results on the pitch. Marquez's stint lasted only a year, despite having another year left on his contract. His sudden departure triggered a wave of criticism online, with frustrated fans flooding social media, taking aim at both the AIFF's management and the team's subpar performances.

3) BCCI Set To Call Off Bangladesh Tour Due To Political Tensions: Report

India's upcoming men's cricket tour of Bangladesh, originally slated for August, is expected to be put on hold indefinitely as per News18. The tour was scheduled to feature three One Day Internationals and three T20 Internationals between August 17 and 31, but it will no longer proceed as planned.

Insiders reveal that escalating security concerns, fueled by ongoing political unrest in Bangladesh, are the main reason behind the decision. The collapse of the Sheikh Hasina government has reportedly led to one of the most severe diplomatic tensions in the region in recent times, straining ties between the two neighboring countries. An official announcement is anticipated soon from both the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). The language in the statement is expected to frame the development as a 'postponement' rather than a cancellation.

4) Pakistan Awaiting Government Clearance For Asia Cup, Junior Hockey World Cup

Top representatives from the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) and the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) have revealed that they are still waiting for formal approval from their government to take part in two significant international hockey tournaments set to be held in India later this year.

Meanwhile, an official from India's Ministry of Sports clarified on Thursday that there are no hurdles from the Indian side regarding Pakistan's participation in either the upcoming Asia Cup or the Junior World Cup. The official further stressed that preventing a team from competing in multilateral events would be a violation of the Olympic Charter.

5) Gukesh Beats Magnus Carlsen At SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz Tournament

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen, who had earlier expressed strong confidence in defeating D. Gukesh - whom he had dismissed as a "weaker" player - has now admitted to struggling with motivation for chess following back-to-back defeats against the young Indian Grandmaster.

The 19-year-old Gukesh delivered a commanding performance on Thursday at the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz tournament, decisively outplaying Carlsen in the rapid format - a format Carlsen had previously claimed was not Gukesh's strength. The result has not only silenced critics but also raised fresh questions about Carlsen's mindset and form.

6) Novak Djokovic Creates History, Beats Roger Federer's Record

Novak Djokovic continued his pursuit of tennis immortality by cruising into the third round of Wimbledon for a record-breaking 19th time on Thursday, surpassing the previous mark set by Roger Federer. The Serbian superstar delivered a clinical performance, defeating Dan Evans in straight sets - 6-3, 6-2, 6-0 - to notch up his 99th career win at the prestigious Grand Slam.

With this dominant display, Djokovic now holds the record for the most third-round appearances by a male player at Wimbledon, overtaking Federer's long-standing achievement at the All England Club.

7) Ravindra Jadeja Breaks BCCI, Gautam Gambhir's Rule; Avoids Punishment: Report

Ravindra Jadeja is believed to have breached the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s recently implemented travel protocols by making his way to Edgbaston solo ahead of Day 2 of the second Test against England. Despite the apparent violation, ESPNcricinfo reports that the all-rounder is unlikely to face disciplinary action, as his early arrival was reportedly to get in some additional batting practice before resuming his innings on 41*.

These new BCCI regulations were introduced following the 2024-25 tour of Australia and are intended to strengthen team discipline and unity. The rules require players to travel as a group on the team bus and include restrictions on the duration of family stays during overseas tours. The measures were reportedly introduced at the suggestion of head coach Gautam Gambhir.

8) CSK, KKR Jersey Sales Beat India-England Gear In Edgbaston During 2nd Test

While the India-England Test series continues to captivate fans, the Indian Premier League (IPL) is proving its dominance off the field as well.

As per a report by moneycontrol.com, the merchandise outlet at the historic stadium witnessed a surge in IPL jersey sales, with nearly all team kits flying off the shelves - except for those of the reigning champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Interestingly, the report noted that during the Lunch break on Day 1 of the Test, IPL jerseys were outselling those of both national sides, India and England.

9) Nico Williams Signs 8-Year Extension With Athletic Bilbao, Ends Barca Rumours

Athletic Bilbao announced on Friday that winger Nico Williams has committed his future to the club by signing a long-term contract extension that will keep him at San Mamés until 2035. The new deal effectively shuts down ongoing rumours linking him with a move to Barcelona.

Alongside the extension, the club has also significantly raised Williams' release clause - reportedly by over 50%. According to Spanish media outlets, his previous clause was estimated to be approximately €62 million ($73 million).

10) Liverpool To Immortalise Diogo Jota With Touching Tribute

Liverpool Football Club has announced plans to honour Diogo Jota's memory following the heartbreaking news of his death in a car accident on July 3, 2025. The tragic incident, which occurred in Zamora, Spain, also claimed the life of his brother, Andre.

In an official statement, the Premier League side reflected on Jota's remarkable career and his final achievements on the pitch.

Jota, who wore the No.20 shirt, will be commemorated for his vital role in Liverpool's 2024-25 title-winning campaign - the club's 20th league crown. The club highlighted his memorable goal in April's Merseyside derby, where he scored with his trademark shimmy and finish in front of the Kop - a moment that now stands as the final goal of his career.