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Keacy Carty delivers his third century in four matches, cementing his reputation as a rising West Indies cricket star. After hammering a 103 against England and previous big scores against Ireland, Carty's aggressive and consistent batting has propelled his team to key wins while drawing the attention of cricket's most seasoned analysts.
West Indies players faced a 5% match fee deduction after a slow over-rate against England in the first ODI at Edgbaston, where they suffered a heavy 238-run loss. The team, led by Shai Hope, fell an over short of the target and swiftly accepted the ICC's penalty. England's dominant 400/8 set the tone for this one-sided match.
RCB sticks to their Qualifier 1 lineup with Hazlewood back, facing PBKS in the IPL 2025 final at Chinnaswamy. The pitch promises a fast start, with Kohli and Salt set for powerplay clashes against Punjab's bowlers. PBKS' lineup is unknown, but Priyansh Arya could open. Tim David misses out due to injury.
Rain clouds raised alarm before the IPL 2025 final in Ahmedabad, but the weather soon cleared, letting RCB claim their first IPL title against PBKS. The tension gripped fans and players alike before Virat Kohli led RCB to a historic win and an outpouring of emotion on the field.
RCB stormed into the IPL 2025 final after thumping PBKS by 8 wickets in Qualifier 1. Punjab’s batting collapsed for 101, as Hazlewood and Dayal ripped through their top order. Phil Salt's rapid 56* powered RCB to victory in just 10 overs, recording their biggest playoff win ever.
Sherfane Rutherford has smashed the West Indies record for runs in the first eight ODI innings, racking up 389 runs and surpassing legend Desmond Haynes. Rutherford’s explosive 113 versus Bangladesh capped off a run that includes six 50+ scores. His partnerships powered the Windies to a crucial win, hinting at a new era for their batting lineup.
A packed Soldier Field saw Chicago Fire and Inter Miami battle to a 0-0 draw, with Lionel Messi dazzling fans despite the lack of goals. The game, featuring a record crowd, saw both goalkeepers deny clear chances. Chicago grabbed their first clean sheet of 2025 and Inter Miami kept their unbeaten streak alive.
New Zealand will face Pakistan in a T20 series without several star players, as key names are rested for IPL duties. Michael Bracewell steps in as captain. The squad rotation and workload management are seen as preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Mumbai Indians have added three international stars—Jonny Bairstow, Charith Asalanka, and Richard Gleeson—as stand-in replacements for key departing players ahead of IPL 2025 playoffs. Their inclusion depends on MI making the playoffs, with crucial matches ahead that will determine the team's fate.
The Eden Gardens will host a tense IPL 2025 clash between Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders. PBKS are currently fifth while KKR are struggling at seventh. The pitch is expected to favor batsmen early, with bowlers coming into play under lights, setting up a make-or-break game for playoff aspirations.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru brings in Zimbabwean quick Blessing Muzarabani to replace Lungi Ngidi for the crucial IPL 2025 playoffs. Muzarabani steps in after Ngidi departs for South Africa's WTC final. The towering pacer, known for his bounce and recent sharp form, may debut against Lucknow Super Giants.
Just a day after retiring from Test cricket, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma visited Premanand Ji Maharaj in Vrindavan seeking guidance and blessings. Kohli, with a legacy of 9,000+ Test runs, joined his wife in a spiritual retreat as photos of the visit quickly went viral. The couple has previously connected with the spiritual leader in 2023 and 2025.