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India tour of Australia 2024-25

Australia defeated India 3-1 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 to seal their spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final. 

Akash Deep picked up five wickets in BGT 2024-25. 

Australia defeated India 3-1 in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. 

Akash Deep and Yashasvi Jaiswal

'If that catch would have been held...': Akash Deep opens up on Marnus Labuschagne's dropped catch by Yashasvi Jaiswal during Boxing Day Test of BGT 2024-25

Sanjay Manjrekar made a shocking remark and said Rohit Sharma is not an all-time great like Virat Kohli to keep his exclusion mysterious. 

Rohit Sharma opts to rest from Sydney Test.

Jasprit Bumrah will be India's captain in Sydney Test.

Sanjay Manjrekar makes shocking remarks.

Rohit Sharma in frame

'Rohit Sharma is not an all-time great...can understand if it's Virat Kohli': Sanjay Manjrekar's shocking remark on Indian captain's decision to opt out of Sydney Test

Nitish Kumar Reddy smashed his maiden Test century in the fourth Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne. 

Nitish Kumar Reddy smashed maiden ton in Boxing Day Test of BGT 2024-25. 

Michael Clarke suggested Rohit Sharma & Co. to promote Nitish Reddy's batting order. 

Nitish Kumar Reddy celebrating maiden Test ton at MCG

'I think he has definitely got...': Ex-Australia skipper's massive statement on Nitish Kumar Reddy ahead of Sydney Test

Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 84 runs in the second innings of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 before getting out by a controversial decision by the third umpire. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 84 runs in second inning of 4th Test. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 82 runs in first inning of the Boxing Day Test. 

Yashasvi Jaiswal shocked after controversial dismissal

'We would not have lost the match...': Yashasvi Jaiswal's coach's bold statement on third umpire's controversial decision on Boxing Day Test 

India's decision to select bowling all-rounders like Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy over specialist batter Gill did not impress Manjrekar.

Australia beat India by 184 runs in MCG.

They are leading series 2-1.

Sanjay Manjrekar slams India's selection call

Nitish Reddy and Washington Sundar in frame

'Never going to be as good as...Shubman Gill': Sanjay Manjrekar slams Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir for selecting Nitish Reddy and Washington Sundar despite stunning performance in MCG Test

India speedster Jasprit Bumrah and batting all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy etched their names to the prestigious Honours Board of Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne for their iconic performance in the Boxing Day Test.

Jasprit Bumrah picked up nine wickets in Boxing Day Test of BGT 2024-25. 

Nitish Kumar Reddy smashed maiden Test ton in 4th Test vs Australia at MCG. 

Nitish Kumar Reddy and Jasprit Bumrah

IND vs AUS: Despite India's loss, Jasprit Bumrah, Nitish Kumar Reddy earn massive honours in MCG's Boxing Day Test

Rishabh Pant scored 154 runs at an average of 22.00, with no half-centuries. His best score is 37 in the first four Test matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25

Rishabh Pant scored 154 runs in four Test matches of BGT 2024-25. 

Rishabh Pant yet to score a fifty in BGT 2024-25. 

Rishabh Pant and Pat Cummins

'Pant should be criticised...': Ex-India batter passes massive verdict on Rishabh's batting in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25

After smashing a century in the Perth Test, Virat Kohli failed to perform for India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. 

Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten century in Perth Test of BGT 2024-25. 

Virat Kohli failed to carry the momentum after 1st Test of BGT 2024-25. 

Virat Kohli

'Player always thinks that my best is around the corner....': Ex-India star's strong message to BCCI for struggling Virat Kohli

Nitish Kumar Reddy has shown promise as a rising star in Indian cricket by scoring 294 runs and taking three wickets in the four Test matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Nitish Reddy hits century at MCG.

He has been one of the top performers for India.

Sunil Gavaskar praised Nitish Reddy.

Nitish Kumar Reddy and Yashasvi Jaiswal in frame

'Definitely better than Hardik Pandya was..: Sunil Gavaskar rates this Indian MCG hero above Mumbai Indians captain in Test cricket

India is set to play 18 T20Is, 10 Tests and 12 ODIs in bilateral series excluding the ICC and ACC competitions in 2025.

India lost their final match of 2024.

Sydney Test will be their first match of 2025.

Check India's complete schedule for 2025

Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah and Virat Kohli in frame

Team India's complete schedule for 2025: Champions Trophy, Asia Cup to England Test, see what new year holds for Men in Blue

South Africa vs New Zealand 

India vs Australia Champions Trophy

Champions Trophy 2025

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South Africa vs New Zealand

IPL 2025 Sunrisers Hyderabad squad

IPL 2025 Kolkata Knight Riders squad

IPL 2025 Chennai Super Kings squad

IPL 2025 Punjab Kings squad

IPL 2025 Royal Challengers Bengaluru squad

IPL 2025 Delhi Capitals squad

IPL 2025 Lucknow Super Giants squad

IPL 2025 Rajasthan Royals

IPL 2025 Mumbai Indians squad

IPL 2025 Gujarat Titans squad

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ICC Champions Trophy, 2025

Bangladesh tour of India, 2024

Sri Lanka tour of England, 2024

Ireland and South Africa tour of UAE, 2024

South Africa tour of West Indies, 2024

ICC CWC League 2, 2023-27

ICC T20 World Cup Sub Regional Europe Qualifier C, 2024

New Zealand tour of Sri Lanka, 2024

ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Sub Regional Qualifier A, 2024

ICC CWC Challenge League A, 2024-26

ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Sub Regional Qualifier B, 2024

West Indies tour of Sri Lanka, 2024

ICC Women's T20 World Cup, 2024

Women's Premier League, 2025

Bangladesh tour of West Indies, 2024

Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, 2025

Ranji Trophy, 2024/25

Gulf Cricket T20I Championship, 2024

England tour of Australia, 2025/26

Ireland Women tour of India, 2025

West Indies Women tour of India, 2024

Australia tour of Sri Lanka, 2025

New Zealand Women tour of India, 2024

England Women tour of Australia, 2025

India Women tour of Australia, 2024

Afghanistan and Bangladesh tour of UAE, 2024

South Africa tour of Bangladesh, 2024

England tour of West Indies, 2024

India tour of South Africa, 2024

India tour of Australia, 2024/25

New Zealand and South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025

England tour of India, 2025

Sri Lanka tour of New Zealand, 2024/25

England tour of New Zealand, 2024

Sri Lanka tour of South Africa, 2024

Indian Premier League, 2025

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Team India will play a Tri-Nation ODI series featuring Sri Lanka and South Africa ahead of the Women's ODI World Cup

Sri Lanka will host the Tri-Nation Tri-series featuring India and South Africa

The Tri-Nation ODI series is set to start from April 27

India women's cricket team in a huddle

Team India's schedule announced for Tri-Nation ODI series against Sri Lanka and South Africa ahead of World Cup

Football

FIFA president Gianni Infantino discusses the growing trend of soccer in America with the FIFA Club World Cup and previews the 2026 FIFA World Cup on 'Fox & Friends.'

The FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in the United States. 

Seattle Sounders FC and Inter Miami will be the two teams from MLS that will play in the FIFA Club World Cup.

2026 FIFA World Cup will start from June 11 2026 to July 19 2026.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino in the frame

FIFA President Gianni Infantino's massive claim on FIFA Club World Cup, says 'it will conquer America in 100 days from now'

Champions Trophy

Mohammed Shami's family has come to his defence after a Maulana termed him 'criminal' for skipping roza during India vs Australia Champions Trophy clash

Mohammed Shami's family has hit back at Maulana for calling the star pacer 'criminal' for skipping roza

Shami was spotted sipping an energy drink during India vs Australia Champions Trophy clash

India's Mohammed Shami in frame

Mohammed Shami's family burns Muslim cleric for vicious 'criminal' remark on India star amidst roza controversy, says 'he wants to gain TRP...'

Real Madrid has the opportunity to claim up to $156 million if it wins the newly revamped Club World Cup in the United States.

Real Madrid can win $156 million if they win the FIFA Club World Cup in United States.

FIFA Club World Cup will start from June 14 to July 13, 2025.

With FC Barcelona failing to qualify, Atletico Madrid will join Real Madrid as the only two Spanish clubs in the tournament. 

Real Madrid team in the frame

Real Madrid to hit bumper jackpot if they win FIFA Club World Cup, Know the whopping prize money Los Blancos can fetch

Golf

The highly anticipated 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational kicks off Thursday morning with the first round at the iconic Bay Hill Club and Lodge.

The 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational kicks off Thursday morning.

The 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational will be held at the iconic Bay Hill Club and Lodge.

Rory McIlroy, currently ranked No. 2 in the world, has had an impressive start to his 2025 season, winning the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in his season debut.

Rory McIlroy in the frame

2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational: Everything you need to know for Thursday’s Round 1 coverage

Babar Azam's father Azam Siddique has clapped back at his son's critics following his snub in the New Zealand tour. Babar Azam 

Babar Azam's father has reacted to his son's constant criticism

Babar Azam drew a lot of flak for his underwhelming performance in Champions Trophy

Pakistan's star batter Babar Azam (L) and his father Azam Siddique in frame

Babar Azam's father Azam Siddique breaks silence on son's constant criticism following NZ tour snub, blasts ex-Pakistan players via long social media post

Dinesh Karthik went down heavily on South African team after their defeat against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy semifinal

Dinesh Karthik lashed out at South Africa for surrendering to NZ in Champions Trophy semifinal

South Africa suffered a 50-run defeat against New Zealand, which denied them a place in Champions Trophy final

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma (L) and former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik in frame

'This is a meek surrender, you cannot have...': Dinesh Karthik questions South Africa's intent after choking to NZ in Champions Trophy semis, reveals culprit

South Africa's David Miller has revealed who he will support in India vs New Zealand's Champions Trophy 2025 final

David Miller has disclosed who he will support in India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy final

The Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand will be played on March 9

South Africa's veteran batter David Miller in frame

David Miller reveals which team he will cheer for in India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 final, says 'to be honest, I will support...'

Anil Kumble in not happy with Gautam Gambhir and Rohit Sharma's tactics to send KL Rahul down the batting order in the ongoing Champions Trophy

Anil Kumble has called out Gautam Gambhir's tactics behind KL Rahul's batting order in Champions Trophy

KL Rahul's role has been crucial in India's Champions Trophy final entry

India's KL Rahul (L) and spin legend Anil Kumble in frame

Anil Kumble rejects Gautam Gambhir-Rohit Sharma's tactics for KL Rahul in Champions Trophy, says 'If he does well, it's expected; if he doesn't...'

Cricket News

Australia vs India Match Stats

4th Test, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne

'If that catch would have been held...': Akash Deep opens up on Marnus Labuschagne's dropped catch by Yashasvi Jaiswal during Boxing Day Test of BGT 2024-25

Match Details

India tour of Australia, 2024/25

Thu 26 December, 05:00:00 IST

Australia, who chose to bat

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 On Mar 04

IND
267/6 (48.1 ov)

AUS
264 (49.3 ov)

India beat Australia by 4 wickets

Border-Gavaskar Trophy, 2024/25 On Jan 03

AUS
181 (51.0 ov) & 162/4 (27.0 ov)

IND
185 (72.2 ov) & 157 (39.5 ov)

Australia beat India by 6 wickets

Border-Gavaskar Trophy, 2024/25 On Dec 14

AUS
445 (117.1 ov) & 89/7 dec (18.0 ov)

IND
260 (78.5 ov) & 8/0 (2.1 ov)

Australia drew with India

Umpires

Umpire
Joel Wilson (WI), Michael Gough (ENG) and Sharfuddoula Saikat (BAN)

Referee
Andy Pycroft (ZIM)

News updates

'If that catch would have been held...': Akash Deep opens up on Marnus Labuschagne's dropped catch by Yashasvi Jaiswal during Boxing Day Test of BGT 2024-25

'Rohit Sharma is not an all-time great...can understand if it's Virat Kohli': Sanjay Manjrekar's shocking remark on Indian captain's decision to opt out of Sydney Test

'I think he has definitely got...': Ex-Australia skipper's massive statement on Nitish Kumar Reddy ahead of Sydney Test

'We would not have lost the match...': Yashasvi Jaiswal's coach's bold statement on third umpire's controversial decision on Boxing Day Test

'Never going to be as good as...Shubman Gill': Sanjay Manjrekar slams Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir for selecting Nitish Reddy and Washington Sundar despite stunning performance in MCG Test

IND vs AUS: Despite India's loss, Jasprit Bumrah, Nitish Kumar Reddy earn massive honours in MCG's Boxing Day Test

'Pant should be criticised...': Ex-India batter passes massive verdict on Rishabh's batting in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25

'Player always thinks that my best is around the corner....': Ex-India star's strong message to BCCI for struggling Virat Kohli

'Definitely better than Hardik Pandya was..: Sunil Gavaskar rates this Indian MCG hero above Mumbai Indians captain in Test cricket

Team India's complete schedule for 2025: Champions Trophy, Asia Cup to England Test, see what new year holds for Men in Blue

Australia vs India Match Stats

4th Test, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne

'If that catch would have been held...': Akash Deep opens up on Marnus Labuschagne's dropped catch by Yashasvi Jaiswal during Boxing Day Test of BGT 2024-25

Match Details

India tour of Australia, 2024/25

Thu 26 December, 05:00:00 IST

Australia, who chose to bat

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 On Mar 04

IND267/6 (48.1 ov)

AUS264 (49.3 ov)

India beat Australia by 4 wickets

Border-Gavaskar Trophy, 2024/25 On Jan 03

AUS181 (51.0 ov) & 162/4 (27.0 ov)

IND185 (72.2 ov) & 157 (39.5 ov)

Australia beat India by 6 wickets

Border-Gavaskar Trophy, 2024/25 On Dec 14

AUS445 (117.1 ov) & 89/7 dec (18.0 ov)

IND260 (78.5 ov) & 8/0 (2.1 ov)

Australia drew with India

Umpires

UmpireJoel Wilson (WI), Michael Gough (ENG) and Sharfuddoula Saikat (BAN)

RefereeAndy Pycroft (ZIM)

News updates

'If that catch would have been held...': Akash Deep opens up on Marnus Labuschagne's dropped catch by Yashasvi Jaiswal during Boxing Day Test of BGT 2024-25

'Rohit Sharma is not an all-time great...can understand if it's Virat Kohli': Sanjay Manjrekar's shocking remark on Indian captain's decision to opt out of Sydney Test

'I think he has definitely got...': Ex-Australia skipper's massive statement on Nitish Kumar Reddy ahead of Sydney Test

'We would not have lost the match...': Yashasvi Jaiswal's coach's bold statement on third umpire's controversial decision on Boxing Day Test

'Never going to be as good as...Shubman Gill': Sanjay Manjrekar slams Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir for selecting Nitish Reddy and Washington Sundar despite stunning performance in MCG Test

IND vs AUS: Despite India's loss, Jasprit Bumrah, Nitish Kumar Reddy earn massive honours in MCG's Boxing Day Test

'Pant should be criticised...': Ex-India batter passes massive verdict on Rishabh's batting in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25

'Player always thinks that my best is around the corner....': Ex-India star's strong message to BCCI for struggling Virat Kohli

'Definitely better than Hardik Pandya was..: Sunil Gavaskar rates this Indian MCG hero above Mumbai Indians captain in Test cricket

Team India's complete schedule for 2025: Champions Trophy, Asia Cup to England Test, see what new year holds for Men in Blue

IND
267/6 (48.1 ov)

AUS
264 (49.3 ov)

AUS
181 (51.0 ov) & 162/4 (27.0 ov)

IND
185 (72.2 ov) & 157 (39.5 ov)

AUS
445 (117.1 ov) & 89/7 dec (18.0 ov)

IND
260 (78.5 ov) & 8/0 (2.1 ov)

Umpire
Joel Wilson (WI), Michael Gough (ENG) and Sharfuddoula Saikat (BAN)

Referee
Andy Pycroft (ZIM)