South Africa triumphed over Afghanistan by 107 runs at the National Stadium in Karachi in the Champions Trophy 2025 opener. Rickelton's century and contributions from Bavuma, van der Dussen, and Markram set the tone. Afghanistan struggled to chase the target, collapsing at 208 despite Shah's efforts. Rabada led the bowling attack effectively. Captains Bavuma and Shahidi commented on their teams' performances.
Australia pulled off a historic victory over England in their Champions Trophy 2025 opener, achieving the highest successful run chase in ICC ODI history by surpassing a target of 351. Jos Inglis led with an unbeaten 120, aided by Alex Carey's 69. Despite Ben Duckett's 165 for England, Australia's strategic batting and late heroics sealed their triumph.
Australia conquered a record target of 352 against England in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, propelled by Josh Inglis' maiden century. Ben Duckett's historic 165 set England’s massive total, but Inglis, with Alex Carey and Glenn Maxwell, orchestrated Australia's triumphant chase, securing victory with 15 balls to spare. This win marks the highest successful chase in an ICC event.
In a thrilling match at the Women's Premier League 2025, Mumbai Indians edged out Royal Challengers Bengaluru with a four-wicket win. Amanjot Kaur was the star, showcasing her skills with 3-22 in bowling and a crucial unbeaten 34 in batting. Despite Ellyse Perry's impressive 81 which led RCB to 167/7, MIs successfully chased down the target, placing them second on the points table while RCB still held onto their top position.
Everton and Manchester United battled to a 2-2 draw where a late penalty decision turned heads. Everton led through Beto and Doucouré, but United's Fernandes and Ugarte pulled them back. VAR overturned a late, controversial penalty for Everton, sparking debate about its fairness amidst league position tensions.
Manchester United clawed back from a 2-0 deficit to draw 2-2 against Everton. The match saw goals from Beto and Doucouré for Everton before Bruno Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte scored for United. A late penalty, initially awarded to Everton, was controversially overturned by VAR, leaving both teams to settle for a point. Man Utd sits in 15th place with 30 points, while Everton is 12th with 31 points.
In a chaotic clash at Goodison Park, Manchester United rallied from a two-goal deficit to secure a 2-2 draw with Everton, highlighted by a dramatic VAR decision that canceled a late penalty. Everton initially led through Beto and Doucouré, but United responded with goals from Fernandes and Ugarte. Despite the intense game, neither team gained crucial points in the Premier League standings.
Aston Villa shocked Chelsea with a 2-1 victory, thanks to a thrilling comeback highlighted by Marcus Rashford's brilliant assists and Marco Asensio's decisive goals. Chelsea took an early lead, but Villa's resurgence secured the win and moved them closer in the Premier League standings.
Everton and Manchester United ended in a dramatic 2-2 stalemate, with Everton's Tarkowski scoring in stoppage time to secure the draw. Tottenham's Son Heung-min was among the standout players with a brace against Ipswich. Meanwhile, Brighton and Crystal Palace enjoyed profitable outings, marking impressive victories in their respective games.
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta has made tactical changes for their match against West Ham United, bringing in Mikel Merino for his first start after a strong performance as a substitute. Raheem Sterling is on the bench, and the lineup sees the inclusion of new left-back Riccardo Calafiori. This match follows Merino's inspiring two-goal effort against Leicester City.