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Wimbledon is targeting India to grow its brand, tapping into cricket’s popularity and engaging young audiences through collaborations, influencers, and technology. Indian cricketers like Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and Rohit Sharma have become key figures in this strategy. With key partnerships, Wimbledon aims to blend tradition with innovation for global appeal.

England defeated India by five wickets in the first Test at Headingley, chasing down a target of 371, with Ben Duckett scoring a remarkable 149. Shubman Gill's captaincy debut faced scrutiny from former captains Nasser Hussain and Ravi Shastri, who questioned his on-field leadership and tactical decisions.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old, has ignited excitement in Indian cricket with a stunning 48 off 19 balls in his U19 debut against England. Donning the iconic No. 18 jersey, famously worn by Virat Kohli, Suryavanshi's fearless batting and explosive strokeplay have drawn comparisons and fueled hopes for a promising future. His innings powered India U19 to a six-wicket victory.

Rohit Sharma recalls the electrifying atmosphere surrounding India-Pakistan matches, describing it as a festival-like experience. He lauded Rishabh Pant's crucial innings and the exceptional bowling performance of Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh in the T20 World Cup clash. Sharma emphasized the strategic use of Bumrah and Arshdeep to defend a low total on a challenging pitch.