Ashes
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CA CEO loses sleep as Cricket Australia stares yet massive loss with 4th Test ending inside 2 days
Cricket | Dec 27, 2025, 02:55 PM ISTThe fourth Ashes Test between Australia and England ended inside two days today as the visitors ended their 15-year winning drought down under. However, Cricket Australia is worried about the financial losses as a Test finished within two days for the second time in four Tests of the series.
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Steve Smith criticises MCG pitch for Boxing Day Test after loss to England
Cricket | Dec 27, 2025, 12:59 PM ISTEngland defeated Australia inside two days in the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground to end the 15-year win drought down under. Meanwhile, Steve Smith has criticised the pitch on offer at the MCG stating that it was heavily in favour of the bowlers.
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England level India's WTC record with first-ever Test win in Australia since 2011
Cricket | Dec 27, 2025, 11:54 AM ISTEngland won the fourth Ashes Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in just two days to end their winning drought down under after almost 15 years. This is their first-ever Test win in Australia since 2011 but they have already lost the Ashes.
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Australia register embarrassing record after 97 years in Test cricket at MCG
Cricket | Dec 27, 2025, 09:19 AM ISTThe ongoing Boxing Day Test in the Ashes is receiving immense scrutiny as the game is set to end on the second day itself at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). No team managed to cross the 200-run mark as England have been set a target of 175 runs to win the Test.
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'Doing too much': Experts criticise pitch at MCG after whirlwind opening day of Boxing Day Test
Cricket | Dec 26, 2025, 08:14 PM ISTAfter 20 wickets fell on day 1 of the fourth Ashes 2025-26 Test, many experts like Alastair Cook, Stuart Broad, and Glenn McGrath came forward and gave their take on the pitch in play at the venue.
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First time in 116 years! England, Australia get bowled out on opening day as 20 wickets fall at MCG
Cricket | Dec 26, 2025, 01:18 PM ISTMore than 94000 fans witnessed a crazy day at the Melbourne Cricket Ground as 20 wickets fell on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test in the Ashes for the first time since 1909. Australia were skittled for 152 runs but England were also bundled out for 110 runs in response.
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AUS vs ENG 4th Test pitch report: How will surface at MCG in Melbourne play in the fourth Test?
Cricket | Dec 25, 2025, 08:02 PM ISTWith Australia all set to take on England in the fourth Test of the ongoing Ashes 2025-26 series, let us have a look at the pitch report for the game that is slated to be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground from December 26.
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Steve Smith on course to surpass Virat Kohli in elite list during Boxing Day Test vs England at MCG
Cricket | Dec 25, 2025, 12:39 PM ISTSteve Smith will lead Australia in the Boxing Day Test with Pat Cummins rested and is closing in on a major milestone. Just two catches will take him past Virat Kohli on the all-time international catches list as Australia chase a 4-0 Ashes lead.
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Ricky Ponting hails Mitchell Starc, says 'don't think I've seen him bowl better'
Cricket | Dec 25, 2025, 10:40 AM ISTMitchell Starc dominates 2025 cricket with 51 Test wickets at 17.15, excelling in Australia’s 3-0 Ashes lead. Ricky Ponting praises his evolved skills, including wobble seam and in-swingers, making him a complete, lethal fast-bowling force.
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Steve Smith to return as Australia captain in Boxing Day Test vs England? Veteran shares update
Cricket | Dec 25, 2025, 10:14 AM ISTSteve Smith has confirmed that he is fit to play the fourth Ashes Test against England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The veteran will also lead the side as regular captain Pat Cummins is ruled out for the remainder of the series. Australia lead Ashes 3-0.
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Australia opt for all-pace attack in Boxing Day Test vs England, Usman Khawaja to retain spot
Cricket | Dec 25, 2025, 07:27 AM ISTAustralia will field an all-pace attack for the Boxing Day Test with Steve Smith returning as captain. Jhye Richardson, Michael Neser, and Brendan Doggett are in contention, while Usman Khawaja holds his spot with the returning Smith replacing Josh Inglis.
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Boxing Day Test 2025: History, significance and what is at stake at MCG?
Cricket | Dec 25, 2025, 06:35 AM ISTThe Boxing Day Test was first played in 1950 and over the years have been an annual affair in Australian cricket. Played at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, it attracts a massive crowd and in 2025, it won't be any different, despite England being 3-0 down already in the ongoing Ashes.
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Steve Smith shares details of his injury that ruled him out of third Ashes Test in Adelaide
Cricket | Dec 24, 2025, 11:18 PM ISTSteve Smith missed the third Ashes Test due to vertigo, struggling to track the ball and feeling dizzy. Replaced by Usman Khawaja, he will return for the fourth Test and use specialised exercises and anti-glare patches to manage the condition.
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Archer ruled out for remainder of Ashes as England announce Playing XI for 4th Test, Pope dropped
Cricket | Dec 24, 2025, 01:25 PM ISTEngland have been dealt a major blow as Jofra Archer has been ruled out for the remainder of the Ashes. The Three Lions have named their Playing XI for the Boxing Day Test against Australia and have made two changes to the team.
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Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell under immense scrutiny after their drunk videos went viral | Watch
Cricket | Dec 23, 2025, 09:07 PM ISTVideos of Ben Duckett and Jacob Bethell’s off-field behaviour, including Duckett appearing confused and Bethell vaping and dancing, have surfaced after England’s 3-0 Ashes defeat. The ECB will investigate, though Rob Key downplayed misconduct concerns.
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Australia to not risk Pat Cummins for last two Ashes Tests, will he play T20 World Cup 2026?
Cricket | Dec 23, 2025, 09:02 AM ISTAustralia have decided not risk their Test captain Pat Cummins for the last two Ashes Tests against England, having already won the series. Their head coach Andrew McDonald, confirmed the development on Tuesday as Australia now weigh in options to include Cummins in T20 World Cup 2026.
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Australia make two changes to squad for Boxing Day Test in Ashes, Cummins and Lyon ruled out
Cricket | Dec 23, 2025, 07:12 AM ISTWith Ashes already retained, Australia are not risking Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon for the fourth Ashes Test against England. The Boxing Day Test will be played at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) as England continue to search for their first Test win in 15 years down under.
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Glenn McGrath analyses reason behind England's 14-year Test drought in Australia
Cricket | Dec 22, 2025, 05:48 PM ISTGlenn McGrath believes England’s 14-year Test drought in Australia is due to mentality, not ability. He feels players focus too much on conditions and pressure off the field, hurting performances as England trail 3-0 in the ongoing Ashes 2025-26.
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Travis Head distributes RonBall t-shirts, serves cocktails after Australia retain Ashes in Adelaide
Cricket | Dec 21, 2025, 10:52 PM ISTTravis Head led exuberant Ashes celebrations after Australia sealed the urn in Adelaide, unveiling ‘Ronball’ T-shirts, serving cocktails and leading on-field festivities that may limit his training before the MCG Test. Australian team also paid tribute to the Bondi beach victims.
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England skipper Ben Stokes left in despair after his side loses Ashes series within 11 days
Cricket | Dec 21, 2025, 03:45 PM ISTEngland skipper Ben Stokes took centre stage and talked about his side's loss in the third Test of the ongoing Ashes 2025-26 series. Despite missing out on the urn, Stokes opined that they have much to play for ahead of the next two matches.