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England's victory over Australia at Melbourne ended Australia's perfect run in the ICC World Test Championship 2025–2027, slightly tightening the race at the top. Australia remains at the top of the table despite losing points, while England's win boosts their position but they still trail India, who are in sixth place. The results have significant implications for the upcoming fixtures and the race for the WTC final.
Gede Priandana of Indonesia made history by becoming the first bowler to take five wickets in a single over in a T20 international, leading Indonesia to a victory over Cambodia in Bali, showcasing Indonesia's rising cricket standards.
India has dropped Shubman Gill from their 15-man T20 World Cup squad due to his recent poor form, despite his previous performances, and has retained Suryakumar Yadav as captain for the tournament, which they will host from February 7 to March 8.
India won their first ICC Women's World Cup by defeating South Africa by 52 runs in Navi Mumbai, with standout performances from Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma, marking a historic moment for Indian women's cricket.
India achieved a historic record chase to defeat Australia by five wickets in the ICC Women's World Cup semi-final, with Jemimah Rodrigues scoring an unbeaten century to lead India to their first final since 2017, setting up a showdown against South Africa.
Afghanistan's cricket team withdrew from a tri-nation series after three local cricketers were killed in an attack near the Pakistan border, which they blame on Pakistani regime actions, leading to widespread grief and condemnation from players and officials.
Beth Mooney's century led Australia to a commanding 107-run victory over Pakistan in the Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, rescuing them from a precarious position and highlighting their status as favorites to win the tournament.
Bangladesh secured their second Women's World Cup victory by defeating Pakistan with a seven-wicket win, highlighted by debutant Rubya Haider Jhilik's fifty and a strong bowling performance led by Marufa Akter, who took two wickets in the first over, setting the tone for the match.
R Ashwin praised Haris Rauf for his role in India's Asia Cup 2025 victory, highlighting Rauf's expensive bowling in the final and attributing India's win partly to his performance, while also commending Tilak Varma and Indian spinners for their crucial contributions.
India defeated Pakistan by five wickets in a tense Asia Cup final in Dubai, successfully defending their title and earning their ninth Asia Cup victory. The match was marked by a dramatic collapse from Pakistan after a strong start, and India’s resilient batting led by Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69. The victory was overshadowed by the players' refusal to shake hands and the trophy presentation controversy.
Former England spinner Monty Panesar warns India to be cautious against a dangerous Pakistan team in the upcoming Asia Cup final, emphasizing that Pakistan, with nothing to lose, could deliver their best cricket and cause an upset, despite India being the favorites.
The fifth Test between England and India at The Oval was an intense, dramatic, and emotional match that ended with India winning by six runs, resulting in a series draw. The match featured remarkable moments including Woakes playing injured and Siraj's relentless bowling, highlighting the high stakes and passion of Test cricket. The result leaves open questions about the future of England's team and the ongoing Bazball era, with upcoming series in Australia expected to continue the drama.
India's Mohammed Siraj led a remarkable comeback to help India win the fifth Test against England by six runs, drawing the series 2-2. Siraj took a crucial five-wicket haul, and the match featured intense moments, including England's last-minute collapse and Woakes batting with a dislocated shoulder. The game was highly dramatic and celebrated as one of the best Test matches.
India tied the series with England after a dramatic final Test at The Oval, winning by six runs thanks to Mohammed Siraj's heroics in the last hour, including a five-wicket haul, as England collapsed from a strong position. The match featured intense moments, including a brave injury-wearing Chris Woakes and a crucial dropped catch by Siraj, culminating in one of the most thrilling Test finishes in recent history.
England faces a challenging final day against India at The Oval, needing 35 runs with four wickets remaining to secure a historic series win in a dramatic and weather-affected test match, highlighting resilience and the unpredictable nature of cricket.