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In the Ashes 2025 Adelaide Test, Nathan Lyon became Australia’s second-highest Test wicket-taker by surpassing Glenn McGrath’s 563 wickets. McGrath’s funny reaction went viral as Lyon’s comeback performance put Australia firmly in control on Day 2.

The fourth T20I between India and South Africa in Lucknow was abandoned due to dense fog and hazardous AQI. With India leading 2-1, fans and public figures, including MP Shashi Tharoor, slammed the BCCI for poor winter scheduling in North India.

BBG Sports, operator of Snicko, admitted an error that gave Australia’s Alex Carey a reprieve at 72 during the third Ashes Test. Carey went on to score a century, sparking controversy over the technology’s reliability in the high-stakes series.

Lionel Messi concluded his GOAT India Tour in New Delhi, felicitated at Arun Jaitley Stadium. A viral moment saw him notice two stars on India’s cricket jersey. The tour also included a visit to the Vantara wildlife sanctuary in Jamnagar.

CSK acquired Sanju Samson from the Rajasthan Royals in a blockbuster trade for Jadeja and Curran ahead of IPL 2026. Coach Fleming said it’s part of their succession plan, securing a top-order batter and future wicketkeeper after Dhoni’s era.

KKR splashed record sums on Cameron Green and Matheesha Pathirana at the IPL 2026 auction, while uncapped Indian youngsters drew massive bids, reshaping squads ahead of the new season.

Kris Srikkanth slammed SRH’s IPL 2026 auction strategy and questioned GT’s planning, calling out unaddressed weaknesses.

After going unsold initially at the IPL 2026 auction, Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan was picked by CSK in the accelerated round at the base price. After a strong domestic season, he thanked CSK for giving him a “new life” to revive his IPL career.

An emotional Alex Carey scored a century (106) on his home soil in the third Ashes Test, his first since his father's death. His innings, along with Usman Khawaja's gritty 82, helped steer Australia to 326-8 on day one against England.

On Day 1 of the Adelaide Ashes Test, Australia finished 326/8, led by Alex Carey’s emotional 106 and Usman Khawaja’s crucial 82 after Steve Smith withdrew. Jofra Archer took three wickets as momentum swung between both sides in a tense opening day.