Ireland Women scraped past Scotland Women by just 1 wicket in a gripping ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier 2025 clash in Lahore. Chasing 269, Ireland held their nerve under pressure to win and stay in the World Cup hunt, while Scotland's impressive performance showed their progress on the big stage.
Saim Ayub’s explosive 57 and Mohammad Nawaz’s game-changing bowling powered Pakistan to a narrow 14-run victory over West Indies in the opening T20I in Florida. The match saw key partnerships, dramatic breakthroughs, and highlighted Ayub’s fast-growing reputation in international cricket after recent successes.
Karun Nair made an unbeaten 52 on his return to India's Test squad during the high-stakes fifth Test at The Oval. Stepping in for Shardul Thakur, Nair stabilized India after a collapse, showcasing technical skill honed under Kevin Pietersen's guidance and remarkable sportsmanship as the series stands tied at 2-2.
England stormed past West Indies 3-0 in their T20I series, capping the sweep with a 37-run victory in Southampton. Strong performances from bowlers like Liam Dawson and key batting from Jos Buttler sealed the deal. The West Indies struggled, unable to keep up with England's consistency in all facets.
Hayley Matthews broke sporting barriers by captaining boys’ cricket teams in Barbados before leading the West Indies and excelling in global women’s leagues. Choosing cricket over athletics despite her gold-medal javelin talent, Matthews’ all-round game and leadership have made her a force on the international stage.
Harry Brook has overtaken Joe Root to become the No. 1 Test batter in the world after a phenomenal run against New Zealand. Brook’s rating equals Sachin Tendulkar’s best, highlighting his meteoric rise. Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja retained their spots as leading bowler and all-rounder.
Mumbai Indians started IPL 2025 with a commanding win against Chennai Super Kings. Star performances by Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav powered MI to a nine-wicket victory, intensifying playoff pressure on CSK. Both teams now face tough fixtures ahead in a competitive season.
In an exciting IPL 2025 clash, Rajasthan Royals secured a decisive 50-run victory over Punjab Kings. Rajasthan, batting first, posted 205/7 thanks to Yashasvi Jaiswal's impressive 67 runs. Despite a valiant effort by Punjab's Nehal Wadhera, who scored 62, their chase ended at 155/9. This match marked Rajasthan's second win and Punjab's first loss of the season.
MS Dhoni sparked retirement speculations by wearing a jersey with Morse code hinting at a potential farewell in IPL 2025. Retained by CSK for ₹4 crore, Dhoni continues mentoring under skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad. Despite changes in his role and social media buzz, no official retirement announcement has been made. Dhoni remains pivotal in CSK's setup, tackling challenges post-international retirement.
Shardul Thakur, the seasoned all-rounder from Mumbai, has become part of the Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025 after a crucial signing. While this move helps fill the team's bowling gap due to injuries, it contrasts with his initial plan to play county cricket for Essex, potentially affecting his Test match preparations for India's England tour.