Power hitting ruled international cricket in 2025 as a few batters stood out with their six-hitting ability across formats. From explosive starts to match-turning knocks, these players kept fans on the edge of their seats all year.


Power hitting defined international cricket in 2025 as several batters stood out for their six-hitting across formats. From explosive starts to match-turning knocks, these players thrilled fans globallyDisclaimer: The list includes players from the nine teams featured on the WTC table.

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The Boxing Day Test match between Australia and England was a quick wrap as it ended with two days on Saturday (Dec 27). With the match ending in two days, organisers were hit with a major loss as there will be no play on Sunday between Australia and England in the Ashes. Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg has now raised concerns for the future of Test cricket despite a record crowd.<h2>Test cricket in danger?</h2>"Short Tests are bad for business," said Greenberg while speaking to the media on Day 2. "The short answer for that, in my opinion, is yes," Greenberg said. "As mesmerising and fascinating and enjoyable as it was to watch as a fan, we want Test cricket clearly to go for longer.&nbsp;"A simple phrase I'd use is short. Tests are bad for business. I can't be much more blunt than that. So I would like to see a slightly broader balance between the bat and the ball. I thought yesterday slightly favoured the ball. The batters have some ownership in some of that; it's not all around the pitch, but we've got some challenges."&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Having lost in the vicinity of AUD$5 million (US$3.3 million) for the two-day Test in Perth after 19 wickets fell on day one, CA are staring another massive loss in the face if the MCG Test ends inside six sessions despite a record crowd of 94,199 on day one and another sell-out on day two.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>What happened in Boxing Day Test?</h2>England’s wait for a Test win on Australian soil finally came to an end as they beat Australia by four wickets in the fourth Ashes Test. Playing at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in the traditional year-ending fixture, the contest ended England’s almost 15-year winless streak on Australian soil in red-ball format. The result also means Australia lost its first match in the current World Test Championship (WTC) but still have an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.

Having lost in the vicinity of AUD$5 million (US$3.3 million) for the two-day Test in Perth after 19 wickets fell on day one, CA are staring another massive loss in the face if the MCG Test ends inside six sessions despite a record crowd of 94,199 on day one and another sell-out on day two.

The Boxing Day Test match between Australia and England was a quick wrap as it ended with two days on Saturday (Dec 27). With the match ending in two days, organisers were hit with a major loss as there will be no play on Sunday between Australia and England in the Ashes. Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg has now raised concerns for the future of Test cricket despite a record crowd. Test cricket in danger? "Short Tests are bad for business," said Greenberg while speaking to the media on Day 2. "The short answer for that, in my opinion, is yes," Greenberg said. "As mesmerising and fascinating and enjoyable as it was to watch as a fan, we want Test cricket clearly to go for longer. "A simple phrase I'd use is short. Tests are bad for business. I can't be much more blunt than that. So I would like to see a slightly broader balance between the bat and the ball. I thought yesterday slightly favoured the ball. The batters have some ownership in some of that; it's not all around the pitch, but we've got some challenges." ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Having lost in the vicinity of AUD$5 million (US$3.3 million) for the two-day Test in Perth after 19 wickets fell on day one, CA are staring another massive loss in the face if the MCG Test ends inside six sessions despite a record crowd of 94,199 on day one and another sell-out on day two. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes What happened in Boxing Day Test? England’s wait for a Test win on Australian soil finally came to an end as they beat Australia by four wickets in the fourth Ashes Test. Playing at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in the traditional year-ending fixture, the contest ended England’s almost 15-year winless streak on Australian soil in red-ball format. The result also means Australia lost its first match in the current World Test Championship (WTC) but still have an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.

Having lost in the vicinity of AUD$5 million (US$3.3 million) for the two-day Test in Perth after 19 wickets fell on day one, CA are staring another massive loss in the face if the MCG Test ends inside six sessions despite a record crowd of 94,199 on day one and another sell-out on day two.

Ashes: Cricket Australia CEO hints at intervening on pitches, says 'short Tests are bad for business'

Indian Test vice-captain Rishabh Pant’s effort to rebuild his white-ball career took a steady step forward on Thursday as the southpaw batter played a composed knock for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Pant scored 70 off 79 balls against Gujarat, choosing patience over flair in an innings that stood out more for its control than its power.&nbsp;Walking in at a difficult moment with Delhi at 98 for 3, Pant focused on staying at the crease and guiding his team through a tricky middle phase. The pitch offered extra bounce and movement, making strokeplay uncomfortable. Earlier, Virat Kohli had scored quickly, but once he was dismissed, Delhi’s innings slowed, and the risk of a collapse loomed. With the field spread and limited batting left to come, Pant read the situation well and adapted his game.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-catches-in-tests-in-2025-boxing-day-test-could-decide-fielder-of-the-year-1766751643664">5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide 'Fielder of the Year'</a>&nbsp;Instead of his usual aggressive approach, Pant kept things simple. He worked the ball into gaps, ran hard between the wickets, and avoided risky shots early on. Singles and twos formed the bulk of his runs as he moved calmly through the 20s and 30s. The intent was clear: bat time first, attack later. Pant’s control at the crease was noticeable. He stayed still, trusted his defence, and waited for loose deliveries. He reached 49 with a gentle push into the outfield before finally changing gears. A wrong’un from Ravi Bishnoi was the release shot, which Pant sent over long-on for six. From there, his confidence grew. He mixed caution with intent, bringing out the sweep and using his wrists to find boundaries. Pant reached his half-century off 62 balls and added 20 more at a quicker pace, showing that his natural attacking game was never far away. Despite Pant’s effort, Delhi failed to build on the platform fully. Once he was dismissed for 70, wickets fell in quick succession at the death. Delhi ended on 254 for 9, a total that felt below par after a solid middle-overs recovery. Pant has not played an ODI for India since August 2024 and remains on the fringe of the national white-ball setup. His numbers in the format have often raised questions, but this innings suggested a shift in approach. By putting a price on his wicket and valuing time in the middle, Pant appears to be searching for a more balanced one-day game. If this method continues, it could play a key role in shaping his return to India’s white-ball plans.

Rishabh Pant plays a composed 70 for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, showing patience and control as he works towards a return to India’s white-ball setup.


Indian Test vice-captain Rishabh Pant’s effort to rebuild his white-ball career took a steady step forward on Thursday as the southpaw batter played a composed knock for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Pant scored 70 off 79 balls against Gujarat, choosing patience over flair in an innings that stood out more for its control than its power. Walking in at a difficult moment with Delhi at 98 for 3, Pant focused on staying at the crease and guiding his team through a tricky middle phase. The pitch offered extra bounce and movement, making strokeplay uncomfortable. Earlier, Virat Kohli had scored quickly, but once he was dismissed, Delhi’s innings slowed, and the risk of a collapse loomed. With the field spread and limited batting left to come, Pant read the situation well and adapted his game. Also read | 5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide 'Fielder of the Year' Instead of his usual aggressive approach, Pant kept things simple. He worked the ball into gaps, ran hard between the wickets, and avoided risky shots early on. Singles and twos formed the bulk of his runs as he moved calmly through the 20s and 30s. The intent was clear: bat time first, attack later. Pant’s control at the crease was noticeable. He stayed still, trusted his defence, and waited for loose deliveries. He reached 49 with a gentle push into the outfield before finally changing gears. A wrong’un from Ravi Bishnoi was the release shot, which Pant sent over long-on for six. From there, his confidence grew. He mixed caution with intent, bringing out the sweep and using his wrists to find boundaries. Pant reached his half-century off 62 balls and added 20 more at a quicker pace, showing that his natural attacking game was never far away. Despite Pant’s effort, Delhi failed to build on the platform fully. Once he was dismissed for 70, wickets fell in quick succession at the death. Delhi ended on 254 for 9, a total that felt below par after a solid middle-overs recovery. Pant has not played an ODI for India since August 2024 and remains on the fringe of the national white-ball setup. His numbers in the format have often raised questions, but this innings suggested a shift in approach. By putting a price on his wicket and valuing time in the middle, Pant appears to be searching for a more balanced one-day game. If this method continues, it could play a key role in shaping his return to India’s white-ball plans.

Rishabh Pant plays a composed 70 for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, showing patience and control as he works towards a return to India’s white-ball setup.

VHT 2025-26: Rishabh Pant’s calm 70 against Gujarat hints at white-ball comeback

Australia’s perfect record in the World Test Championship (WTC) came to an end on Saturday (Dec 27) after they were beaten convincingly by England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Playing on Day 2, England chased down 175 runs in the final session, meaning the Aussies were condemned to their first loss of the season. Despite the defeat, Australia remain top of the standings at the end of 2025 while England made no progress, having won the Ashes Test at the MCG by four wickets.<h2>England end Australia’s perfect record WTC cycle</h2>The four-wicket defeat for the home side was their first against England in almost 15 years in the red-ball format. As things stand, Australia have a win percentage of 85.71 from seven matches played in the cycle. The Baggy Greens had so far won six matches from seven before today and will look to win the final Test in Sydney, which starts on Sunday (Jan 4).&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;On the other hand, England remain at seventh place, having registered just their third win of the season. They have so far won three matches, drawn one and lost five in the current WTC cycle. India are sixth, having most recently lost to South Africa 2-0 on home turf and face a tough task to play in the final of the 2027 WTC.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>What happened in Boxing Day Test?</h2>England’s wait for a Test win on Australian soil finally came to an end as they beat Australia by four wickets in the fourth Ashes Test. Playing at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in the traditional year-ending fixture, the contest ended England’s almost 15-year winless streak on Australian soil in red-ball format. The result also means Australia lost its first match in the current World Test Championship (WTC) but still have an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.

Playing on Day 2, England chased down 175 runs in the final session, meaning the Aussies were condemned to their first loss of the season. Despite the defeat, Australia remain top of the standings at the end of 2025 while England made no progress, having won the Ashes Test by four wickets.

Australia’s perfect record in the World Test Championship (WTC) came to an end on Saturday (Dec 27) after they were beaten convincingly by England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Playing on Day 2, England chased down 175 runs in the final session, meaning the Aussies were condemned to their first loss of the season. Despite the defeat, Australia remain top of the standings at the end of 2025 while England made no progress, having won the Ashes Test at the MCG by four wickets. England end Australia’s perfect record WTC cycle The four-wicket defeat for the home side was their first against England in almost 15 years in the red-ball format. As things stand, Australia have a win percentage of 85.71 from seven matches played in the cycle. The Baggy Greens had so far won six matches from seven before today and will look to win the final Test in Sydney, which starts on Sunday (Jan 4). ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes On the other hand, England remain at seventh place, having registered just their third win of the season. They have so far won three matches, drawn one and lost five in the current WTC cycle. India are sixth, having most recently lost to South Africa 2-0 on home turf and face a tough task to play in the final of the 2027 WTC. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes What happened in Boxing Day Test? England’s wait for a Test win on Australian soil finally came to an end as they beat Australia by four wickets in the fourth Ashes Test. Playing at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in the traditional year-ending fixture, the contest ended England’s almost 15-year winless streak on Australian soil in red-ball format. The result also means Australia lost its first match in the current World Test Championship (WTC) but still have an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.

The four-wicket defeat for Australia was their first against England in almost 15 years in the red-ball format. As things stand, Australia have a win percentage of 85.71 from seven matches played in the cycle.&nbsp;

Updated WTC standings: England halt Australia's perfect record with Boxing Day Test win, India stay sixth

England’s wait for a Test win on Australian soil finally came to an end on Saturday (Dec 27) as they beat Australia by four wickets in the fourth Ashes Test. Playing at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in the traditional year-ending fixture, the contest ended England’s almost 15-year winless streak on Australian soil in red-ball format. The result also means Australia lost its first match in the current World Test Championship (WTC) but still have an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.<h2>England end winless streak Down Under</h2>Having already lost the Ashes 3-0 in Adelaide, it was the Boxing Day Test that brought relief for the visitors. Having bowled out Australia for 132 in their second innings, England needed 175 runs to win the traditional fixture. England, despite a poor show with the bat, made sure they got over the line and clinched the contest to break the duck in the series.&nbsp;An opening stand of 51 runs between Zak Crawley (37) and Ben Duckett (34) saw England take early comfort before losing quick-fire wickets. Jacob Bethell then added 40 runs to the tally before Joe Root (15) and Harry Brook (unbeaten 18) saw the visitors through to win by four wickets.<h2>What happened earlier?</h2>Having won the toss, England’s decision to bowl first proved crucial as they reduced Australia to 152 runs in the first innings. However, it was not a good day at the office for England as they were also bowled out on the opening day for 110. Australia, therefore, entered Day 2 with a 46-run lead (42 runs in the first innings).&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;The second day did not go according to plan for Australia, which quickly went from 61/2 to 88/6, losing wickets in tandem. Like the first innings, another batting horror followed for the Baggy Greens, who were later bowled out for 132 runs. Only three batters got into double figures as Travis Head top-scored with 46, while Steve Smith amassed 24 and Cameron Green scored 19.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;For England, Brydon Carse got four wickets, followed by Ben Stokes with three on a perfect bowling day for the visitors. &nbsp;Josh Tongue added two wickets to his five from the first innings, while there was one wicket for Gus Atkinson, who later pulled up his hamstring.

Playing at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in the traditional year-ending fixture, England's four-wicket victory ended their almost 15-year winless streak on Australian soil in red-ball format.

England’s wait for a Test win on Australian soil finally came to an end on Saturday (Dec 27) as they beat Australia by four wickets in the fourth Ashes Test. Playing at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in the traditional year-ending fixture, the contest ended England’s almost 15-year winless streak on Australian soil in red-ball format. The result also means Australia lost its first match in the current World Test Championship (WTC) but still have an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series. England end winless streak Down Under Having already lost the Ashes 3-0 in Adelaide, it was the Boxing Day Test that brought relief for the visitors. Having bowled out Australia for 132 in their second innings, England needed 175 runs to win the traditional fixture. England, despite a poor show with the bat, made sure they got over the line and clinched the contest to break the duck in the series. An opening stand of 51 runs between Zak Crawley (37) and Ben Duckett (34) saw England take early comfort before losing quick-fire wickets. Jacob Bethell then added 40 runs to the tally before Joe Root (15) and Harry Brook (unbeaten 18) saw the visitors through to win by four wickets. What happened earlier? Having won the toss, England’s decision to bowl first proved crucial as they reduced Australia to 152 runs in the first innings. However, it was not a good day at the office for England as they were also bowled out on the opening day for 110. Australia, therefore, entered Day 2 with a 46-run lead (42 runs in the first innings). ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes The second day did not go according to plan for Australia, which quickly went from 61/2 to 88/6, losing wickets in tandem. Like the first innings, another batting horror followed for the Baggy Greens, who were later bowled out for 132 runs. Only three batters got into double figures as Travis Head top-scored with 46, while Steve Smith amassed 24 and Cameron Green scored 19. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes For England, Brydon Carse got four wickets, followed by Ben Stokes with three on a perfect bowling day for the visitors. Josh Tongue added two wickets to his five from the first innings, while there was one wicket for Gus Atkinson, who later pulled up his hamstring.

Playing at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in the traditional year-ending fixture, England's four-wicket victory ended their almost 15-year winless streak on Australian soil in red-ball format.

Ashes: England end winless streak on Australian soil, clinch Boxing Day Test on Day 2

The Boxing Day Test between Australia and England was embroiled in yet another controversy on Saturday (Dec 26) as batter Marnus Labuschagne was given out. Playing in the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), the Aussie batter’s controversial dismissal adds more fuel to the fire, with snicko already under the radar. While controversies continued on the field, it was not a good reading for the home supporters as Australia were bowled out for 132 in their second innings and now sit on the brink of a defeat on Day 2.

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<h2>DRS controversy in Ashes</h2>On the first ball of the 18th over, Labuschagne nicked a ball to the slips, where he was clutched by Joe Root. However, the catch was not clear, meaning it was referred to the third umpire and was reviewed. During the replays, the ball appeared to have touched the ground before getting caught by Root. But much to the frustration of the home fans, Labuschagne was given out by third umpire Ahsan Raza, thus prompting an angry reaction from the batter. On his way to the pavilion, the Australian batter was seen punching the air, clearly frustrated.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Labuschagne’s wicket was just the starting point as Australia quickly went from 61/2 to 88/6, losing wickets in tandem. Like the first innings, another batting horror followed for the Baggy Greens, who were later bowled out for 132 runs. Only three batters got into double figures as Travis Head top-scored with 46, while Steve Smith amassed 24 and Cameron Green scored 19.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;For England, Brydon Carse got four wickets, followed by Ben Stokes with three on a perfect bowling day for the visitors. &nbsp;Josh Tongue added two wickets to his five from the first innings, while there was one wicket for Gus Atkinson, who later pulled up his hamstring.

Playing in the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Marnus Labuschagne's controversial dismissal adds more fuel to the fire, with snicko already under the radar. 

The Boxing Day Test between Australia and England was embroiled in yet another controversy on Saturday (Dec 26) as batter Marnus Labuschagne was given out. Playing in the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), the Aussie batter’s controversial dismissal adds more fuel to the fire, with snicko already under the radar. While controversies continued on the field, it was not a good reading for the home supporters as Australia were bowled out for 132 in their second innings and now sit on the brink of a defeat on Day 2.

Playing in the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Marnus Labuschagne's controversial dismissal adds more fuel to the fire, with snicko already under the radar.&nbsp;

Watch: Marnus Labuschagne leaves in anger as another DRS call adds to controversy in Ashes

Patrick Dorgu's first Manchester United goal earned the depleted Red Devils a 1-0 win over Newcastle to propel Ruben Amorim's men up to fifth in the Premier League.&nbsp;Shorn of captain Bruno Fernandes due to injury plus the absent Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo due to the Africa Cup of Nations, Amorim's change of role for Dorgu paid dividends.&nbsp;The Danish international connected sweetly with a looping ball on his left foot for the only goal to compound Newcastle's miserable away form despite the visitors dominating the second half.&nbsp;A first home win in two months takes United level on points with fourth-placed Chelsea, while Newcastle remain down in 11th.&nbsp;After a series of promising performances went without reward in recent weeks, this time United got over the line despite having to mount a rearguard action to secure just a second clean sheet of the season.&nbsp;Amorim responded to the loss of Fernandes by finally switching from his preferred 3-4-3 system to a back four with Dorgu thrust into a more attacking role on the right side of a three behind Benjamin Sesko up front.&nbsp;Dorgu duly delivered his first goal for United since joining from Lecce nearly a year ago.&nbsp;Diogo Dalot's cross was cleared high into the air before the 21-year-old volleyed past Aaron Ramsdale on 24 minutes.&nbsp;Newcastle boss Eddie Howe himself made an early formation change to adapt to a fast start from United.&nbsp;But Howe has struggled all season for answers to the Magpies' woeful form on the road.Newcastle have won just twice in 12 games away from Tyneside in all competitions.&nbsp;Ramsdale denied Dorgu a second at the end of another dangerous United counter-attack before half-time.&nbsp;Yet, Amorim's forward options were dealt another blow when Mason Mount did not reappear for the second half.&nbsp;Jack Fletcher, son of former United midfielder Darren Fletcher, was introduced for his first appearance at Old Trafford.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Newcastle sensed their opportunity as they penned the home side inside their own half for practically the entire second half without reward.&nbsp;Amorim tinkered his system once more to try and turn the tide, but his substitution of Casemiro left the Brazilian befuddled.&nbsp;Despite barely being able to escape out their own half, United still had two huge chances to kill the game off.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Sesko smashed off the bar from a narrow angle before Dalot blazed over after being picked out by Lisandro Martinez's free-kick.&nbsp;Lewis Hall crashed a strike off the crossbar with Newcastle's best effort.&nbsp;Anthony Gordon and Lewis Miley both fired wastefully high over the bar after intricate play to finally create some space inside the United box.&nbsp;But Newcastle joined local rivals Sunderland as the only sides to not score against United this season in the latest blow to their hopes of a return to the Champions League next year.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Patrick Dorgu connected sweetly with a looping ball on his left foot for the only goal to compound Newcastle's miserable away form despite the visitors dominating the second half.

Patrick Dorgu's first Manchester United goal earned the depleted Red Devils a 1-0 win over Newcastle to propel Ruben Amorim's men up to fifth in the Premier League. Shorn of captain Bruno Fernandes due to injury plus the absent Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo due to the Africa Cup of Nations, Amorim's change of role for Dorgu paid dividends. The Danish international connected sweetly with a looping ball on his left foot for the only goal to compound Newcastle's miserable away form despite the visitors dominating the second half. A first home win in two months takes United level on points with fourth-placed Chelsea, while Newcastle remain down in 11th. After a series of promising performances went without reward in recent weeks, this time United got over the line despite having to mount a rearguard action to secure just a second clean sheet of the season. Amorim responded to the loss of Fernandes by finally switching from his preferred 3-4-3 system to a back four with Dorgu thrust into a more attacking role on the right side of a three behind Benjamin Sesko up front. Dorgu duly delivered his first goal for United since joining from Lecce nearly a year ago. Diogo Dalot's cross was cleared high into the air before the 21-year-old volleyed past Aaron Ramsdale on 24 minutes. Newcastle boss Eddie Howe himself made an early formation change to adapt to a fast start from United. But Howe has struggled all season for answers to the Magpies' woeful form on the road. Newcastle have won just twice in 12 games away from Tyneside in all competitions. Ramsdale denied Dorgu a second at the end of another dangerous United counter-attack before half-time. Yet, Amorim's forward options were dealt another blow when Mason Mount did not reappear for the second half. Jack Fletcher, son of former United midfielder Darren Fletcher, was introduced for his first appearance at Old Trafford. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Newcastle sensed their opportunity as they penned the home side inside their own half for practically the entire second half without reward. Amorim tinkered his system once more to try and turn the tide, but his substitution of Casemiro left the Brazilian befuddled. Despite barely being able to escape out their own half, United still had two huge chances to kill the game off. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Sesko smashed off the bar from a narrow angle before Dalot blazed over after being picked out by Lisandro Martinez's free-kick. Lewis Hall crashed a strike off the crossbar with Newcastle's best effort. Anthony Gordon and Lewis Miley both fired wastefully high over the bar after intricate play to finally create some space inside the United box. But Newcastle joined local rivals Sunderland as the only sides to not score against United this season in the latest blow to their hopes of a return to the Champions League next year. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Patrick Dorgu connected sweetly with a looping ball on his left foot for the only goal to compound Newcastle's miserable away form despite the visitors dominating the second half.

Premier League: Patrick Dorgu delivers winner for depleted Man Utd against Newcastle

Mohamed Salah scored as 10-man Egypt beat South Africa 1-0 in Agadir on Friday to become the first qualifiers for the knockout stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.&nbsp;The Liverpool star converted a penalty on 45 minutes, and South Africa were denied a spot-kick late in the second half when Yasser Ibrahim appeared to handle the ball inside the box.&nbsp;Salah came to Morocco after not starting in five Liverpool matches -- his omission leading to an outburst against manager Arne Slot.&nbsp;Egypt were reduced to 10 men in first-half added time when right-back Mohamed Hany was shown a second yellow card for a stamp, followed by a red.&nbsp;After two rounds in Group B, record seven-time champions Egypt have six points and are guaranteed a top-two finish and a place in the round of 16.&nbsp;South Africa have three points, and Angola and Zimbabwe one each after they drew 1-1 in Marrakesh earlier.&nbsp;"I'm very happy for the result, for sure. It was a tough game, they dominated most of the time. It's a team that can keep the ball for a long time so I think we had a good gameplan, it worked," said Salah.&nbsp;"We walked away with the three points, it's the most important thing. The atmosphere is incredible. Hopefully we can carry on like this."&nbsp;South Africa coach Hugo Broos said: "The penalty awarded to Egypt was ridiculous, really ridiculous. Hossam Hassan (Egypt coach) said to me after game that he was surprised it was a penalty.&nbsp;"Regarding us not being awarded a penalty near the end, the arm of the Egyptian was extended and the ball touched it. It was a penalty."&nbsp;The first chance fell to Salah after 11 minutes, but he could not move forward quickly enough to connect with a low cross from Hany.&nbsp;That the majority of the crowd were supporting the Pharaohs became obvious soon after when the Burundi referee ignored Zizo appeals for a free-kick, and loud whistling enveloped the stadium.&nbsp;When Salah delivered a free-kick into the heart of the South African area, three Egyptians darted forward, but none could connect with the ball.<h2>Salah closely policed</h2>Midway through the opening half a pattern had developed -- Egypt were pushing forward regularly while South Africa defended with calmness and solid tackling.&nbsp;When Teboho Mokoena fouled Omar Marmoush just outside the D, he was yellow carded. However, the Manchester City striker fired the resultant free-kick wide.&nbsp;As the first half progressed the sun broke out in the southern coastal city -- a welcome sight for players and spectators with many earlier group matches staged in torrential rain.&nbsp;A rare South Africa attack ended disappointingly as Lyle Foster struck a weak shot that was comfortably saved by 37-year-old Mohamed El Shenawy.&nbsp;Awarded a free-kick close to the touchline, South Africa performed an intricate, multi-pass move that ended tamely as El Shenawy clutched a cross.&nbsp;Salah was being closely policed by Aubrey Modiba and as half-time drew near the Liverpool star retreated into the Egyptian half in order to retain possession.&nbsp;Then, as the Egypt captain chased a loose ball with Khuliso Mudau, the South African right-back raised his left arm, striking an eye of Salah.&nbsp;Amid Egyptian protests, the Burundian referee viewed the incident on a VAR monitor and pointed to the penalty spot.&nbsp;A lengthy delay before the kick was taken could not have eased the nerves of Salah, but he comfortably converted the penalty as Ronwen Williams dived in the wrong direction.&nbsp;More drama erupted in added time when Hany stamped on Mokoena, leading to a second yellow card for the defender.&nbsp;South Africa, with a numerical advantage, attacked more as the second half progressed, but Egypt came close to a second goal with Williams foiling substitute Emam Ashour after a quick free-kick.&nbsp;El Shenawy displayed his agility with 15 minutes remaining, using his right hand to tip to safety a low shot from Foster. It was one of several saves that kept Egypt ahead.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The Liverpool star converted a penalty on 45 minutes, and South Africa were denied a spot-kick late in the second half when Yasser Ibrahim appeared to handle the ball inside the box.

Mohamed Salah scored as 10-man Egypt beat South Africa 1-0 in Agadir on Friday to become the first qualifiers for the knockout stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Liverpool star converted a penalty on 45 minutes, and South Africa were denied a spot-kick late in the second half when Yasser Ibrahim appeared to handle the ball inside the box. Salah came to Morocco after not starting in five Liverpool matches -- his omission leading to an outburst against manager Arne Slot. Egypt were reduced to 10 men in first-half added time when right-back Mohamed Hany was shown a second yellow card for a stamp, followed by a red. After two rounds in Group B, record seven-time champions Egypt have six points and are guaranteed a top-two finish and a place in the round of 16. South Africa have three points, and Angola and Zimbabwe one each after they drew 1-1 in Marrakesh earlier. "I'm very happy for the result, for sure. It was a tough game, they dominated most of the time. It's a team that can keep the ball for a long time so I think we had a good gameplan, it worked," said Salah. "We walked away with the three points, it's the most important thing. The atmosphere is incredible. Hopefully we can carry on like this." South Africa coach Hugo Broos said: "The penalty awarded to Egypt was ridiculous, really ridiculous. Hossam Hassan (Egypt coach) said to me after game that he was surprised it was a penalty. "Regarding us not being awarded a penalty near the end, the arm of the Egyptian was extended and the ball touched it. It was a penalty." The first chance fell to Salah after 11 minutes, but he could not move forward quickly enough to connect with a low cross from Hany. That the majority of the crowd were supporting the Pharaohs became obvious soon after when the Burundi referee ignored Zizo appeals for a free-kick, and loud whistling enveloped the stadium. When Salah delivered a free-kick into the heart of the South African area, three Egyptians darted forward, but none could connect with the ball. Salah closely policed Midway through the opening half a pattern had developed -- Egypt were pushing forward regularly while South Africa defended with calmness and solid tackling. When Teboho Mokoena fouled Omar Marmoush just outside the D, he was yellow carded. However, the Manchester City striker fired the resultant free-kick wide. As the first half progressed the sun broke out in the southern coastal city -- a welcome sight for players and spectators with many earlier group matches staged in torrential rain. A rare South Africa attack ended disappointingly as Lyle Foster struck a weak shot that was comfortably saved by 37-year-old Mohamed El Shenawy. Awarded a free-kick close to the touchline, South Africa performed an intricate, multi-pass move that ended tamely as El Shenawy clutched a cross. Salah was being closely policed by Aubrey Modiba and as half-time drew near the Liverpool star retreated into the Egyptian half in order to retain possession. Then, as the Egypt captain chased a loose ball with Khuliso Mudau, the South African right-back raised his left arm, striking an eye of Salah. Amid Egyptian protests, the Burundian referee viewed the incident on a VAR monitor and pointed to the penalty spot. A lengthy delay before the kick was taken could not have eased the nerves of Salah, but he comfortably converted the penalty as Ronwen Williams dived in the wrong direction. More drama erupted in added time when Hany stamped on Mokoena, leading to a second yellow card for the defender. South Africa, with a numerical advantage, attacked more as the second half progressed, but Egypt came close to a second goal with Williams foiling substitute Emam Ashour after a quick free-kick. El Shenawy displayed his agility with 15 minutes remaining, using his right hand to tip to safety a low shot from Foster. It was one of several saves that kept Egypt ahead. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The Liverpool star converted a penalty on 45 minutes, and South Africa were denied a spot-kick late in the second half when Yasser Ibrahim appeared to handle the ball inside the box.

AFCON: Mohamed Salah helps 10-man Egypt beat South Africa to book last-16 place

Deepti Sharma etched her name in the record books during the third T20I in Trivandrum against Sri Lanka on Friday (Dec 26). The Indian all-rounder became the first woman in the world to pick 150 wickets in both T20 Internationals and One-Day Internationals, marking a landmark achievement in her career. The historic moment came when Deepti dismissed Kavisha Dilhari to bring up her 150th T20I wicket.&nbsp;&nbsp;With that, she also moved to 151 wickets in the format, drawing level with Australia’s Megan Schutt as the joint-highest wicket-taker in women’s T20I history. The 28-year-old all-rounder further enhanced her illustrious career by crossing 1,000 runs and claiming 150 wickets in T20 Internationals.&nbsp;Also read <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/from-coco-gauff-to-jessica-pegula-full-list-of-winners-at-the-wta-2025-season-awards-1766769229988">| From Coco Gauff to Jessica Pegula: Full list of winners at the WTA 2025 season awards</a>&nbsp;This feat adds to her already impressive ODI record, where she had crossed the 150-wicket mark earlier. Becoming the first woman to reach the milestone in both formats highlights her long-term importance in India’s bowling attack. Deepti has consistently delivered in crucial moments, whether bowling in power plays or controlling the middle overs.&nbsp;Later in the match, she dismissed Malsha Shehani in her final over, taking her overall international tally to 333 wickets. This made her the third-highest wicket-taker in women’s cricket, behind only Jhulan Goswami and Katherine Sciver-Brunt.&nbsp;Deepti’s rise has been backed by big performances on major stages for India. Earlier this year, she played a key role in India’s maiden ICC Women’s World Cup triumph on home soil and was named ‘Player of the Tournament’. Her value was also reflected at the Women’s Premier League auction, where UP Warriorz secured her for INR 3.2 crore, the second-highest bid in the league’s history.<h2>India secures T20I series</h2>India went on to beat Sri Lanka comfortably, extending their lead in the five-match T20I series. With Deepti Sharma continuing to break records and deliver under pressure, she remains one of India’s most dependable match-winners in white-ball cricket.&nbsp;

Deepti Sharma etched her name in cricket history, becoming the first-ever player to score 1,000 runs and take 150 wickets in T20Is, adding another major milestone to her illustrious career.

Deepti Sharma etched her name in the record books during the third T20I in Trivandrum against Sri Lanka on Friday (Dec 26). The Indian all-rounder became the first woman in the world to pick 150 wickets in both T20 Internationals and One-Day Internationals, marking a landmark achievement in her career. The historic moment came when Deepti dismissed Kavisha Dilhari to bring up her 150th T20I wicket. With that, she also moved to 151 wickets in the format, drawing level with Australia’s Megan Schutt as the joint-highest wicket-taker in women’s T20I history. The 28-year-old all-rounder further enhanced her illustrious career by crossing 1,000 runs and claiming 150 wickets in T20 Internationals. Also read | From Coco Gauff to Jessica Pegula: Full list of winners at the WTA 2025 season awards This feat adds to her already impressive ODI record, where she had crossed the 150-wicket mark earlier. Becoming the first woman to reach the milestone in both formats highlights her long-term importance in India’s bowling attack. Deepti has consistently delivered in crucial moments, whether bowling in power plays or controlling the middle overs. Later in the match, she dismissed Malsha Shehani in her final over, taking her overall international tally to 333 wickets. This made her the third-highest wicket-taker in women’s cricket, behind only Jhulan Goswami and Katherine Sciver-Brunt. Deepti’s rise has been backed by big performances on major stages for India. Earlier this year, she played a key role in India’s maiden ICC Women’s World Cup triumph on home soil and was named ‘Player of the Tournament’. Her value was also reflected at the Women’s Premier League auction, where UP Warriorz secured her for INR 3.2 crore, the second-highest bid in the league’s history. India secures T20I series India went on to beat Sri Lanka comfortably, extending their lead in the five-match T20I series. With Deepti Sharma continuing to break records and deliver under pressure, she remains one of India’s most dependable match-winners in white-ball cricket.

Deepti Sharma etched her name in cricket history, becoming the first-ever player to score 1,000 runs and take 150 wickets in T20Is, adding another major milestone to her illustrious career.

IND-W vs SL-W, 3rd T20I: Deepti Sharma scripts history, achieves TWO major records in Trivandrum

Shafali Verma’s unbeaten half-century helped India Women to register a comfortable eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka Women in the third T20I of the five-match series at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Friday (Dec 26). Chasing a modest target of 113 runs, India reached the total easily in just 13.2 overs. Shafali played a brilliant knock, scoring 79 not out from 42 balls, including 11 fours and three huge six. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur also contributed unbeaten 21 as India sealed the easy win and also the series. With this victory, India now leads the five-match T20I series 3-0.&nbsp;&nbsp;For Sri Lanka, Kavisha Dilhari (2/18) picked up two wicket in three overs, but the rest of the bowlers struggled to trouble the Indian batters.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-w-vs-sl-w-3rd-t20i-shafali-verma-breaks-smriti-s-record-to-register-fastest-fifty-1766763048060">IND-W vs SL-W, 3rd T20I: Shafali breaks Smriti's record to register 'fastest 50'</a>&nbsp;Earlier in the match, India won the toss and decided to bowl first. Sri Lanka got off to a poor start, losing captain Chamari Athapaththu for just three runs. Hasini Perera (25) and Imesha Dulani (27) then steady the innings for their team. In the end, Kavisha Dilhari made 20 runs, while Kaushani Nuthyangana added 14 not out and helped their team to reach a modest total of 112 for seven wickets in 20 overs. &nbsp;&nbsp;India’s bowlers put in a strong performance, as Renuka Singh picked up four important wickets for 21 runs in four overs, while Deepti Sharma took three wickets for 18 runs in her four overs. For her brilliant bowling performance, Renuka Singh Thakur was awarded as Player of the Match.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vijay-hazare-trophy-virat-kohli-wins-potm-for-guiding-delhi-to-win-with-77-in-his-final-apperance-1766756536091">Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli wins POTM for guiding Delhi to win with 77 in his final apperance</a>&nbsp;Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. will stay in Thiruvananthapuram for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum.&nbsp;



Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. will now stay in Thiruvananthapuram for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum

Shafali Verma’s unbeaten half-century helped India Women to register a comfortable eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka Women in the third T20I of the five-match series at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Friday (Dec 26). Chasing a modest target of 113 runs, India reached the total easily in just 13.2 overs. Shafali played a brilliant knock, scoring 79 not out from 42 balls, including 11 fours and three huge six. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur also contributed unbeaten 21 as India sealed the easy win and also the series. With this victory, India now leads the five-match T20I series 3-0. For Sri Lanka, Kavisha Dilhari (2/18) picked up two wicket in three overs, but the rest of the bowlers struggled to trouble the Indian batters. Also Read - IND-W vs SL-W, 3rd T20I: Shafali breaks Smriti's record to register 'fastest 50' Earlier in the match, India won the toss and decided to bowl first. Sri Lanka got off to a poor start, losing captain Chamari Athapaththu for just three runs. Hasini Perera (25) and Imesha Dulani (27) then steady the innings for their team. In the end, Kavisha Dilhari made 20 runs, while Kaushani Nuthyangana added 14 not out and helped their team to reach a modest total of 112 for seven wickets in 20 overs. India’s bowlers put in a strong performance, as Renuka Singh picked up four important wickets for 21 runs in four overs, while Deepti Sharma took three wickets for 18 runs in her four overs. For her brilliant bowling performance, Renuka Singh Thakur was awarded as Player of the Match. Also Read - Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli wins POTM for guiding Delhi to win with 77 in his final apperance Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. will stay in Thiruvananthapuram for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum.

Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. will stay in Thiruvananthapuram for the fourth T20I and will also look to continue the winning momentum.&nbsp;

IND-W vs SL-W, 3rd T20I: Shafali's quickfire 79 helps India seal series

The betting scandal in Turkish football deepened larger on Friday (Dec 29) after authorities arrested 29 people, including 14 football players, according to Istanbul prosecutors. These arrests come after six referees and the head of top-division club Eyupspor were jailed earlier in November. Those detained include a former Galatasaray president, Erden Timur, Eyupspor vice-president Fatih Kulaksiz, a Turkish Football Federation board member, several business figures and a former police officer.&nbsp;"Arrest warrants have been issued against 29 people, including 14 footballers,&nbsp;and 24 have been placed in police custody," read the prosecutor's statement.&nbsp;Six of the suspects are accused of "influencing the result of the match Kasımpasa-Samsunspor" on October 26, 2024, and the 14 players had "placed bets in a manner that could affect the result of the match" in betting on the victory of the opposing team in the match against their own club.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vijay-hazare-trophy-virat-kohli-wins-potm-for-guiding-delhi-to-win-with-77-in-his-final-apperance-1766756536091">VHT: Kohli wins POTM for guiding Delhi to win with 77 in his final apperance</a>&nbsp;According to the prosecutor's office, suspect transactions were identified on bank accounts, notably "money going in and out considered to be linked to bets, suspicions that the origins of funds were being concealed and unusual financial transactions".&nbsp;This is the third wave of operations linked to sports betting. The TFF, who has said it wants to "clean up" Turkish football, suspended 150 referees last month found guilty of betting on matches.&nbsp;They also suspended 25 first division players and around 1,000 others from the second, third and fourth tiers.&nbsp;Earlier, The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has handed down bans to 102 players across the top two divisions of Turkish football for their involvement in betting-related activities. The bans vary in length, ranging from three months to a year. Among the notable players affected are Eren Elmali and Metehan Baltaci of Galatasaray.&nbsp;&nbsp;Elmali was suspended for 45 days, and Baltaci was banned for nine months. These punishments were given by the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK) and will become final after the seven-day appeal period ends. The decisions are part of a major investigation into betting in Turkish football, which led the TFF to temporarily suspend 1,024 professional players.&nbsp;&nbsp;In addition to players and coaches, match officials are prohibited from engaging in betting activities by both TFF and international governing bodies like FIFA and UEFA.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

This is the third wave of operations linked to sports betting. The TFF, who has said it wants to "clean up" Turkish football, suspended 150 referees last month found guilty of betting on matches.

The betting scandal in Turkish football deepened larger on Friday (Dec 29) after authorities arrested 29 people, including 14 football players, according to Istanbul prosecutors. These arrests come after six referees and the head of top-division club Eyupspor were jailed earlier in November. Those detained include a former Galatasaray president, Erden Timur, Eyupspor vice-president Fatih Kulaksiz, a Turkish Football Federation board member, several business figures and a former police officer. "Arrest warrants have been issued against 29 people, including 14 footballers, and 24 have been placed in police custody," read the prosecutor's statement. Six of the suspects are accused of "influencing the result of the match Kasımpasa-Samsunspor" on October 26, 2024, and the 14 players had "placed bets in a manner that could affect the result of the match" in betting on the victory of the opposing team in the match against their own club. Also Read - VHT: Kohli wins POTM for guiding Delhi to win with 77 in his final apperance According to the prosecutor's office, suspect transactions were identified on bank accounts, notably "money going in and out considered to be linked to bets, suspicions that the origins of funds were being concealed and unusual financial transactions". This is the third wave of operations linked to sports betting. The TFF, who has said it wants to "clean up" Turkish football, suspended 150 referees last month found guilty of betting on matches. They also suspended 25 first division players and around 1,000 others from the second, third and fourth tiers. Earlier, The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has handed down bans to 102 players across the top two divisions of Turkish football for their involvement in betting-related activities. The bans vary in length, ranging from three months to a year. Among the notable players affected are Eren Elmali and Metehan Baltaci of Galatasaray. Elmali was suspended for 45 days, and Baltaci was banned for nine months. These punishments were given by the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK) and will become final after the seven-day appeal period ends. The decisions are part of a major investigation into betting in Turkish football, which led the TFF to temporarily suspend 1,024 professional players. In addition to players and coaches, match officials are prohibited from engaging in betting activities by both TFF and international governing bodies like FIFA and UEFA. With inputs from agencies

This is the third wave of operations linked to sports betting. The TFF, who has said it wants to "clean up" Turkish football, suspended 150 referees last month found guilty of betting on matches.

Turkish football in crisis: 29 held over match-fixing and betting operations including former Galatasaray president

The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) has announced its 2025 season awards, with Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula and Gabriela Dabrowski receiving top honours, while Amanda Anisimova’s coach Hendrik Vleeshouwers was named Coach of the Year. Reigning Roland Garros champion Coco Gauff was presented with the Jerry Diamond ACES Award for her efforts off the court. The award recognises players who help promote women’s tennis through community work, fan engagement and media interaction.&nbsp;Earlier in 2025, the two-time Grand Slam winner donated $100,000 to the United Negro College Fund to support the Coco Gauff Scholarship Program. In November, she visited a local tennis clinic in New Orleans East, where she spent time hitting with children, shared her journey, and spoke about how tennis shaped her life.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/gauff-and-fritz-headline-usa-squad-for-united-cup-in-australia-1766682005364"> Gauff and Fritz headline USA squad for United Cup in Australia</a>&nbsp;Gauff’s ACES Award follows the Player Ambassador Award she received from the International Tennis Writers’ Association in August for her openness with the media, even in difficult moments. Jessica Pegula was honoured with the Karen Krantzcke Sportsmanship Award, which is voted for by fellow WTA players.&nbsp;&nbsp;The world No. 5 earned the recognition for her fair play, respect for opponents and positive attitude both on and off the court. Pegula joins a list of recent winners that includes Ons Jabeur, Carla Suárez Navarro and Marie Bouzkova. Canadian doubles specialist Gabriela Dabrowski also received recognition, winning the Peachy Kellmeyer Player Service Award. A four-time Grand Slam doubles champion, Dabrowski earned the award for the fourth time after previous wins in 2019, 2020 and 2022, underlining her continued support for players and the wider tennis community.&nbsp;The Coach of the Year Award went to Hendrik Vleeshouwers for his role in Amanda Anisimova’s strong 2025 season. Under his guidance, Anisimova climbed to world No 4. She started the year outside the top 30, won her first WTA 1000 title in Doha, reached her first Grand Slam final at Wimbledon, finished runner-up at the US Open, and ended the season with another WTA 1000 title in China.

The WTA announced its 2025 awards with Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula receiving top honours, while Hendrik Vleeshouwers was named Coach of the Year for Amanda Anisimova’s standout season.


The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) has announced its 2025 season awards, with Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula and Gabriela Dabrowski receiving top honours, while Amanda Anisimova’s coach Hendrik Vleeshouwers was named Coach of the Year. Reigning Roland Garros champion Coco Gauff was presented with the Jerry Diamond ACES Award for her efforts off the court. The award recognises players who help promote women’s tennis through community work, fan engagement and media interaction. Earlier in 2025, the two-time Grand Slam winner donated $100,000 to the United Negro College Fund to support the Coco Gauff Scholarship Program. In November, she visited a local tennis clinic in New Orleans East, where she spent time hitting with children, shared her journey, and spoke about how tennis shaped her life. Also read | Gauff and Fritz headline USA squad for United Cup in Australia Gauff’s ACES Award follows the Player Ambassador Award she received from the International Tennis Writers’ Association in August for her openness with the media, even in difficult moments. Jessica Pegula was honoured with the Karen Krantzcke Sportsmanship Award, which is voted for by fellow WTA players. The world No. 5 earned the recognition for her fair play, respect for opponents and positive attitude both on and off the court. Pegula joins a list of recent winners that includes Ons Jabeur, Carla Suárez Navarro and Marie Bouzkova. Canadian doubles specialist Gabriela Dabrowski also received recognition, winning the Peachy Kellmeyer Player Service Award. A four-time Grand Slam doubles champion, Dabrowski earned the award for the fourth time after previous wins in 2019, 2020 and 2022, underlining her continued support for players and the wider tennis community. The Coach of the Year Award went to Hendrik Vleeshouwers for his role in Amanda Anisimova’s strong 2025 season. Under his guidance, Anisimova climbed to world No 4. She started the year outside the top 30, won her first WTA 1000 title in Doha, reached her first Grand Slam final at Wimbledon, finished runner-up at the US Open, and ended the season with another WTA 1000 title in China.

The WTA announced its 2025 awards with Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula receiving top honours, while Hendrik Vleeshouwers was named Coach of the Year for Amanda Anisimova’s standout season.

From Coco Gauff to Jessica Pegula: Full list of winners at the WTA 2025 season awards

Shafali Verma lit up the Trivandrum stadium on Friday (Dec 26) with a blistering half-century off just 24 balls against Sri Lanka Women. In doing so, she became the fastest Indian woman to reach fifty in a WT20I against Sri Lanka, breaking the record previously held jointly by vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, who had scored a fifty in 25 balls. Verma also continued her rich form, scoring back-to-back fifties after her unbeaten fifty in the second T20I. At the time of writing, India were 60/1 in seven overs, chasing a modest target of 113.&nbsp;The young opener once again underlined why she is considered one of the most dangerous batters in women’s cricket. Coming in with clear intent, Verma attacked the Sri Lankan bowlers from the very start and ensured India never felt any pressure during the chase. Even after the early dismissal of Smriti Mandhana, Verma stayed aggressive and kept the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jeev-milkha-singh-ends-13-year-wait-with-igpl-win-in-colombo-1766674565801">Jeev Milkha Singh ends 13-year wait with IGPL win in Colombo</a>&nbsp;In the process, Verma also created a new world record. This was her 13th half-century in T20Is, the most by any cricketer before the age of 22 in women’s cricket. She went past Lucy Barnett of the Isle of Man, who previously held the record with 12 fifties. It was another major milestone in what has already been a remarkable career at such a young age.&nbsp;Verma also joined an elite Indian club with her knock as she became only the second Indian woman to score a T20I fifty inside the powerplay, the first being her opening partner Mandhana. While Mandhana departed early, Verma made full use of the fielding restrictions, finding the boundary regularly and putting Sri Lanka on the back foot.&nbsp;She reached her fifty right at the end of the powerplay and went on to bat deep into the innings. Verma eventually finished unbeaten on 79, guiding India home with ease.

Shafali Verma became the fastest Indian woman to score a WT20I fifty, smashing 50 off 24 balls against Sri Lanka, breaking Smriti Mandhana’s record and hitting back-to-back fifties.


Shafali Verma lit up the Trivandrum stadium on Friday (Dec 26) with a blistering half-century off just 24 balls against Sri Lanka Women. In doing so, she became the fastest Indian woman to reach fifty in a WT20I against Sri Lanka, breaking the record previously held jointly by vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, who had scored a fifty in 25 balls. Verma also continued her rich form, scoring back-to-back fifties after her unbeaten fifty in the second T20I. At the time of writing, India were 60/1 in seven overs, chasing a modest target of 113. The young opener once again underlined why she is considered one of the most dangerous batters in women’s cricket. Coming in with clear intent, Verma attacked the Sri Lankan bowlers from the very start and ensured India never felt any pressure during the chase. Even after the early dismissal of Smriti Mandhana, Verma stayed aggressive and kept the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace. Also read | Jeev Milkha Singh ends 13-year wait with IGPL win in Colombo In the process, Verma also created a new world record. This was her 13th half-century in T20Is, the most by any cricketer before the age of 22 in women’s cricket. She went past Lucy Barnett of the Isle of Man, who previously held the record with 12 fifties. It was another major milestone in what has already been a remarkable career at such a young age. Verma also joined an elite Indian club with her knock as she became only the second Indian woman to score a T20I fifty inside the powerplay, the first being her opening partner Mandhana. While Mandhana departed early, Verma made full use of the fielding restrictions, finding the boundary regularly and putting Sri Lanka on the back foot. She reached her fifty right at the end of the powerplay and went on to bat deep into the innings. Verma eventually finished unbeaten on 79, guiding India home with ease.

Shafali Verma became the fastest Indian woman to score a WT20I fifty, smashing 50 off 24 balls against Sri Lanka, breaking Smriti Mandhana’s record and hitting back-to-back fifties.

IND-W vs SL-W, 3rd T20I: Shafali Verma breaks Smriti's record to register 'fastest fifty'

Virat Kohli continued his good form in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with another strong knock for Delhi, as he scored a smooth 77 runs from 41 balls against Gujarat in Bengaluru on Friday (Dec 26). Delhi captain Rishabh Pant also contributed well, making 70 off 79 balls, as the team finished their innings at 254 for nine in 50 overs. For Gujarat, opener Arya Desai fought hard with 57 runs from 77 balls, but still his team could not reach the target and lost the match by seven runs. Delhi’s bowlers bowled tight lengths in the end, with Prince Yadav taking three important wickets and Ishant Sharma (2/28) chipping in wickets at crucial times. Gujarat were bowled out for 247 in 47.4 overs.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vijay-hazare-trophy-rajesh-mohanty-scripts-history-becomes-1st-odisha-bowler-to-achieve-this-record-1766746643626">Rajesh Mohanty scripts history, becomes 1st Odisha bowler to achieve THIS record</a>&nbsp;Kohli was named Player of the Match for his brilliant half-century. The win took Delhi to the top of the points table with two wins from two matches and a strong net run rate of +0.869.&nbsp;&nbsp;This half-century came just two days after Kohli’s brilliant century against Andhra in Delhi’s opening match. In that game, he smashed 131 runs off 101 balls and helped his team to chase down the target of 299 in just 37.4 overs.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-26-ex-england-skipper-alastair-cook-says-unfair-contest-after-20-wickets-fall-on-day-1-of-boxing-day-test-1766741128461">Ashes 2025-26: Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test</a>&nbsp;Delhi will next play Saurashtra on December 29 in Alur, but Virat Kohli will not feature in the match, having been selected only for Delhi’s first two matches of the 2025/26 Vijay Hazare Trophy season.

With a strong win against Gujarat, Delhi top the points table with two wins from two matches and an impressive net run rate of +0.869.

Virat Kohli continued his good form in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with another strong knock for Delhi, as he scored a smooth 77 runs from 41 balls against Gujarat in Bengaluru on Friday (Dec 26). Delhi captain Rishabh Pant also contributed well, making 70 off 79 balls, as the team finished their innings at 254 for nine in 50 overs. For Gujarat, opener Arya Desai fought hard with 57 runs from 77 balls, but still his team could not reach the target and lost the match by seven runs. Delhi’s bowlers bowled tight lengths in the end, with Prince Yadav taking three important wickets and Ishant Sharma (2/28) chipping in wickets at crucial times. Gujarat were bowled out for 247 in 47.4 overs. Also Read - Rajesh Mohanty scripts history, becomes 1st Odisha bowler to achieve THIS record Kohli was named Player of the Match for his brilliant half-century. The win took Delhi to the top of the points table with two wins from two matches and a strong net run rate of +0.869. This half-century came just two days after Kohli’s brilliant century against Andhra in Delhi’s opening match. In that game, he smashed 131 runs off 101 balls and helped his team to chase down the target of 299 in just 37.4 overs. Also Read - Ashes 2025-26: Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test Delhi will next play Saurashtra on December 29 in Alur, but Virat Kohli will not feature in the match, having been selected only for Delhi’s first two matches of the 2025/26 Vijay Hazare Trophy season.

With a strong win against Gujarat, Delhi top the points table with two wins from two matches and an impressive net run rate of +0.869.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli wins POTM for guiding Delhi to win with 77 in his final apperance

Australia and England are battling it out in the fourth Ashes Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, a venue that has long been a stronghold for the hosts. Australia have already sealed the Ashes with an unassailable 3–0 lead after dominant wins in Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide, but Melbourne has a habit of telling its own stories.&nbsp;Day 1 (Dec 26) of the Boxing Day Test was pure chaos. A total of 20 wickets fell as both teams were bowled out in their first innings. By stumps, Australia had stretched their lead by 46 runs with a steady 4 without loss in their second innings. The match is finely poised, but history suggests Australia know how to win games here and numbers back that up.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-catches-in-tests-in-2025-boxing-day-test-could-decide-fielder-of-the-year-1766751643664">5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide 'Fielder of the Year'</a>&nbsp;Since 2010, Australia have played 14 Tests at the MCG. They have won 10, drawn two and lost only twice. For a venue often called a fortress, that record says everything. But here’s the twist.<h2>Both defeats came against the same team</h2>Any guesses? Well, it’s not England. It’s not South Africa. Rather, it’s India.&nbsp;What makes it even more interesting is that those two wins, in 2018 and 2020, came under the same head coach. Ravi Shastri was in charge on both occasions, overseeing two of India’s most memorable Boxing Day Test victories in Australia.<h3>2018: Bumrah and Pujara Break the Fortress</h3>India’s first breakthrough at the MCG came in December 2018. Batting first, India piled up 443 for 7 declared, with Cheteshwar Pujara’s gritty 106 setting the tone. Virat Kohli and Mayank Agarwal added crucial runs, taking down the Australian attack.&nbsp;Australia never truly recovered. Jasprit Bumrah ran riot among the hosts with a match-winning nine-wicket haul, finishing with figures of 6 for 33 and 3 for 53. India won by 137 runs, handing Australia a rare Boxing Day Test defeat on home soil.<h3>2020: Rahane Leads a Statement Win</h3>Two years later, India did it again, and in style. After being bowled out cheaply in the first Test of the series, India arrived in Melbourne under pressure. What followed was a calm, controlled response.&nbsp;Stand-in skipper Ajinkya Rahane led from the front with a superb 112. India dominated the match from there, bowling Australia out twice and chasing down a modest target of 72 to win by eight wickets. It was another reminder that even fortresses can be breached.&nbsp;Well, it would be interesting to see if England join the party and becomes the third team to defeat Australia in the Boxing Day Test post 2010.

Since 2010, only one team has beaten Australia twice at the MCG. Could England be the next to pull off a rare Boxing Day victory?


Australia and England are battling it out in the fourth Ashes Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, a venue that has long been a stronghold for the hosts. Australia have already sealed the Ashes with an unassailable 3–0 lead after dominant wins in Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide, but Melbourne has a habit of telling its own stories. Day 1 (Dec 26) of the Boxing Day Test was pure chaos. A total of 20 wickets fell as both teams were bowled out in their first innings. By stumps, Australia had stretched their lead by 46 runs with a steady 4 without loss in their second innings. The match is finely poised, but history suggests Australia know how to win games here and numbers back that up. Also read | 5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide 'Fielder of the Year' Since 2010, Australia have played 14 Tests at the MCG. They have won 10, drawn two and lost only twice. For a venue often called a fortress, that record says everything. But here’s the twist. Both defeats came against the same team Any guesses? Well, it’s not England. It’s not South Africa. Rather, it’s India. What makes it even more interesting is that those two wins, in 2018 and 2020, came under the same head coach. Ravi Shastri was in charge on both occasions, overseeing two of India’s most memorable Boxing Day Test victories in Australia. 2018: Bumrah and Pujara Break the Fortress India’s first breakthrough at the MCG came in December 2018. Batting first, India piled up 443 for 7 declared, with Cheteshwar Pujara’s gritty 106 setting the tone. Virat Kohli and Mayank Agarwal added crucial runs, taking down the Australian attack. Australia never truly recovered. Jasprit Bumrah ran riot among the hosts with a match-winning nine-wicket haul, finishing with figures of 6 for 33 and 3 for 53. India won by 137 runs, handing Australia a rare Boxing Day Test defeat on home soil. 2020: Rahane Leads a Statement Win Two years later, India did it again, and in style. After being bowled out cheaply in the first Test of the series, India arrived in Melbourne under pressure. What followed was a calm, controlled response. Stand-in skipper Ajinkya Rahane led from the front with a superb 112. India dominated the match from there, bowling Australia out twice and chasing down a modest target of 72 to win by eight wickets. It was another reminder that even fortresses can be breached. Well, it would be interesting to see if England join the party and becomes the third team to defeat Australia in the Boxing Day Test post 2010.

Since 2010, only one team has beaten Australia twice at the MCG in Test matches. Could England be the next to pull off a rare Boxing Day Test victory?

Meet the ONLY team to beat Australia twice in Boxing Day Tests post 2010

Former Australia bowler Glenn McGrath has hit out on the pitch of Boxing Day Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) between Australia and England. The opening day of the match, Friday (Dec 26), saw 20 wickets falling thanks to a green-strip with 10mm grass on it. Both the teams were bowled out once with Australia leaving the field 46 runs ahead. While the pitch centrainly had a role to play, the batters from both sides failed to apply themselves as well, especially England who were bowled out for 110 in reply to Australia's first innings total of 152.<h2>McGrath rips MCG pitch apart</h2>"This pitch has got far too much grass on it… That pitch has got too much life in it for Test cricket… The Australians bowled well [but] it's hard to apply yourself on a pitch that's doing plenty because if you're looking to defend, one's got your name on it. You've got to find that balance between somehow keeping balls out while still looking to score," the former pacer told BBC.Also Read - Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day TestEngladn are already down 0-3 in the five-Test series and their chances to win at MCG took a dive after their poor first innings performance.<h2>Recap of chaotic first day of Boxing Day Test</h2>Australia openers Travis Head (12) and Jake Weatherald (10) had added only 27 runs when Gus Atkinson sent back Head. The things went downhill from thereon for Australia as they ended the first session at 72/4. The second session moved even faster and Australia would have been bowled out sooner than they did if not for 54-run partnership for seventh wicket between Cameron Green (17) and Michael Neser who top scored for the hosts with 35. In the end, Josh Tounge took two wickets in two balls to complete his five-for and fold Aussies out for 150-odd.In reply, England never got going and were 16/4 in first eight overs itself. Harry Brook, who top scored with 41, and skipper Ben Stokes (16) added 50 runs for the fifth wicket to offer some hope. Once Brook was dismissed by Scott Boland, however, things turned sour for England again and they were bowled out for 110, conceded 42-run lead in the first innings. Australia were 46 runs ahead with score of 4/0 in their second innings.

While the pitch centrainly had a role to play, the batters from both sides failed to apply themselves as well, especially England who were bowled out for 110 in reply to Australia's first innings total of 152.

Former Australia bowler Glenn McGrath has hit out on the pitch of Boxing Day Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) between Australia and England. The opening day of the match, Friday (Dec 26), saw 20 wickets falling thanks to a green-strip with 10mm grass on it. Both the teams were bowled out once with Australia leaving the field 46 runs ahead. While the pitch centrainly had a role to play, the batters from both sides failed to apply themselves as well, especially England who were bowled out for 110 in reply to Australia's first innings total of 152. McGrath rips MCG pitch apart "This pitch has got far too much grass on it… That pitch has got too much life in it for Test cricket… The Australians bowled well [but] it's hard to apply yourself on a pitch that's doing plenty because if you're looking to defend, one's got your name on it. You've got to find that balance between somehow keeping balls out while still looking to score," the former pacer told BBC. Also Read - Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test Engladn are already down 0-3 in the five-Test series and their chances to win at MCG took a dive after their poor first innings performance. Recap of chaotic first day of Boxing Day Test Australia openers Travis Head (12) and Jake Weatherald (10) had added only 27 runs when Gus Atkinson sent back Head. The things went downhill from thereon for Australia as they ended the first session at 72/4. The second session moved even faster and Australia would have been bowled out sooner than they did if not for 54-run partnership for seventh wicket between Cameron Green (17) and Michael Neser who top scored for the hosts with 35. In the end, Josh Tounge took two wickets in two balls to complete his five-for and fold Aussies out for 150-odd. In reply, England never got going and were 16/4 in first eight overs itself. Harry Brook, who top scored with 41, and skipper Ben Stokes (16) added 50 runs for the fifth wicket to offer some hope. Once Brook was dismissed by Scott Boland, however, things turned sour for England again and they were bowled out for 110, conceded 42-run lead in the first innings. Australia were 46 runs ahead with score of 4/0 in their second innings.

While the pitch centrainly had a role to play, the batters from both sides failed to apply themselves as well, especially England who were bowled out for 110 in reply to Australia's first innings total of 152.

Ashes 2025-26: Ex-Australia pacer Glenn McGrath says MCG pitch has 'too much life in it for Test cricket' after 20-wicket opening day

Vidarbha batter Dhruv Shorey made history on Thursday (Dec 25) by equalling the record for the most consecutive List A centuries. Shorey hit an unbeaten 109 off 77 balls against Hyderabad in the Vijay Hazare Trophy at Rajkot, marking his fifth consecutive hundred, a feat previously achieved only by N Jagadeesan.&nbsp;After being asked to bat first, Vidarbha got off to a flying start thanks to openers Aman Mokhade and Yash Rathod, who put together a 148-run partnership. Riding on their strong foundation, Shorey walked in at number three and dominated the innings, hitting nine fours and six sixes. He remained unbeaten as Vidarbha finished with a massive 365 for 5. Samarth R contributed 63 runs off 46 balls, while Nachiket Bhute added a quick 20 off eight deliveries.&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-catches-in-tests-in-2025-boxing-day-test-could-decide-fielder-of-the-year-1766751643664"> 5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide ‘Fielder of the Year’</a>&nbsp;Shorey’s remarkable streak began in the knockout stages of the 2024-25 Vijay Hazare Trophy. He scored centuries in the quarter-final, semi-final, and final, playing a key role alongside Karun Nair in helping Vidarbha reach the final. That season, Shorey ended as the team’s second-highest run-scorer with 494 runs from eight innings at an average of 70.47 and a strike rate of 92.68.&nbsp;He carried that form into the current Vijay Hazare Trophy season, scoring 136 off 125 balls in the opening match against Bengal, although Vidarbha fell short as Bengal chased down 383 to win by three wickets.&nbsp;Jagadeesan had set the benchmark with his five consecutive hundreds during the 2022-23 Vijay Hazare Trophy, including a record-breaking 277 against Arunachal Pradesh, the highest individual score in List A cricket. Other players to achieve four consecutive centuries include Karun Nair, Devdutt Padikkal, Kumar Sangakkara, and Alviro Petersen, with Sangakkara being the only one to do it in international cricket.&nbsp;With this century, Shorey has firmly established himself among the elite in Indian domestic cricket, showing consistency, power, and composure under pressure. His record-equalling performance highlights his potential to make a mark at higher levels if he continues this form.

Dhruv Shorey continued his stunning run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with another big knock, putting him in elite company and keeping Vidarbha firmly in control in a high-scoring contest.


Vidarbha batter Dhruv Shorey made history on Thursday (Dec 25) by equalling the record for the most consecutive List A centuries. Shorey hit an unbeaten 109 off 77 balls against Hyderabad in the Vijay Hazare Trophy at Rajkot, marking his fifth consecutive hundred, a feat previously achieved only by N Jagadeesan. After being asked to bat first, Vidarbha got off to a flying start thanks to openers Aman Mokhade and Yash Rathod, who put together a 148-run partnership. Riding on their strong foundation, Shorey walked in at number three and dominated the innings, hitting nine fours and six sixes. He remained unbeaten as Vidarbha finished with a massive 365 for 5. Samarth R contributed 63 runs off 46 balls, while Nachiket Bhute added a quick 20 off eight deliveries. Also read | 5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide ‘Fielder of the Year’ Shorey’s remarkable streak began in the knockout stages of the 2024-25 Vijay Hazare Trophy. He scored centuries in the quarter-final, semi-final, and final, playing a key role alongside Karun Nair in helping Vidarbha reach the final. That season, Shorey ended as the team’s second-highest run-scorer with 494 runs from eight innings at an average of 70.47 and a strike rate of 92.68. He carried that form into the current Vijay Hazare Trophy season, scoring 136 off 125 balls in the opening match against Bengal, although Vidarbha fell short as Bengal chased down 383 to win by three wickets. Jagadeesan had set the benchmark with his five consecutive hundreds during the 2022-23 Vijay Hazare Trophy, including a record-breaking 277 against Arunachal Pradesh, the highest individual score in List A cricket. Other players to achieve four consecutive centuries include Karun Nair, Devdutt Padikkal, Kumar Sangakkara, and Alviro Petersen, with Sangakkara being the only one to do it in international cricket. With this century, Shorey has firmly established himself among the elite in Indian domestic cricket, showing consistency, power, and composure under pressure. His record-equalling performance highlights his potential to make a mark at higher levels if he continues this form.

Dhruv Shorey continued his stunning run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with another big knock, putting him in elite company and keeping Vidarbha firmly in control in a high-scoring contest.

Vidarbha’s Dhruv Shorey matches a rare List A record - but what did he achieve? Details inside

Former Liverpool forward Diogo Jota's sons are set to walk out with the mascots before Saturday’s (Dec 27) Premier League match against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield. Dinis and Duarte, two of Jota’s three children, will be on the pitch before the kick-off and this Premier League match will be the first time both the sides have played each other since Jota’s death. In his match programme notes, Liverpool manager Arne Slot said he hopes the love shown for Jota will bring comfort to his family.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Reflecting on everything that has happened over the last 12 months ignites a rollercoaster of emotions but it is normal at this time of year to look back to everything that has happened," said Slot.&nbsp;“Doing so leads me to think especially of the family of Diogo Jota on what will be their first Christmas without him. It is not my place to tell them where they should look for comfort – if that is even possible – but I can only hope that the feeling of love and affection that Diogo still generates brings them some solace,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vijay-hazare-trophy-rajesh-mohanty-scripts-history-becomes-1st-odisha-bowler-to-achieve-this-record-1766746643626">Rajesh Mohanty scripts history, becomes 1st Odisha bowler to achieve THIS record</a><h2>Diego Jota's death - A crushing blow to fans</h2>Jota was died in a car accident in Spain in July this year. His brother, Andre Silva, who was 25, also died in the same crash. The Portugal winger had joined Liverpool in 2020 after spending three seasons with the Wolves.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/boxing-day-2025-from-muhammad-ali-to-mike-tyson-meet-the-top-5-world-s-greatest-boxers-1766744322692">From Muhammad Ali to Mike Tyson, meet the top 5 world’s greatest boxers</a><h2>Jota's stats for Liverpool and Wolves</h2>For Liverpool, Jota played 182 matches and scored 65 goals, including best performances in winning FA Cup and League Cup in 2022 and the Premier League title last season. Liverpool also permanently retired his jersey No 20 following the tragic death. Whereas, for Wolves, Jota played 131 matches and scored 44 goals.

Jota was died in a car accident in Spain in July this year. His brother, Andre Silva, who was 25, also died in the same crash.

Former Liverpool forward Diogo Jota's sons are set to walk out with the mascots before Saturday’s (Dec 27) Premier League match against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield. Dinis and Duarte, two of Jota’s three children, will be on the pitch before the kick-off and this Premier League match will be the first time both the sides have played each other since Jota’s death. In his match programme notes, Liverpool manager Arne Slot said he hopes the love shown for Jota will bring comfort to his family. "Reflecting on everything that has happened over the last 12 months ignites a rollercoaster of emotions but it is normal at this time of year to look back to everything that has happened," said Slot. “Doing so leads me to think especially of the family of Diogo Jota on what will be their first Christmas without him. It is not my place to tell them where they should look for comfort – if that is even possible – but I can only hope that the feeling of love and affection that Diogo still generates brings them some solace,” he added. Also Read - Rajesh Mohanty scripts history, becomes 1st Odisha bowler to achieve THIS record Diego Jota's death - A crushing blow to fans Jota was died in a car accident in Spain in July this year. His brother, Andre Silva, who was 25, also died in the same crash. The Portugal winger had joined Liverpool in 2020 after spending three seasons with the Wolves. Also Check - From Muhammad Ali to Mike Tyson, meet the top 5 world’s greatest boxers Jota's stats for Liverpool and Wolves For Liverpool, Jota played 182 matches and scored 65 goals, including best performances in winning FA Cup and League Cup in 2022 and the Premier League title last season. Liverpool also permanently retired his jersey No 20 following the tragic death. Whereas, for Wolves, Jota played 131 matches and scored 44 goals.

Jota was died in a car accident in Spain in July this year. His brother, Andre Silva, who was 25, also died in the same crash.

Liverpool vs Wolverhampton Wanderers: Diogo Jota's sons to join mascots at Anfield

A look at five standout fielders who dominated Test cricket in 2025 with sharp catching, quick reflexes, and match-turning moments, as the Boxing Day Test plays a key role in deciding the top spot.


A look at five standout fielders who dominated Test cricket in 2025 with sharp catching, quick reflexes, and match-turning moments, as the Boxing Day Test plays a key role in deciding the top spot.

5 players with most catches in Tests in 2025: Boxing Day Test could decide 'Fielder of the Year'

Vijay Hazare Trophy: R Vinay Kumar (28 wickets), Shahbaz Nadeem (24 wickets), Pritam Das (23 wickets), Mohammed Siraj (23 wickets), and Gaurav Yadav (23 wickets) are the bowlers with most in on season of tournament.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: R Vinay Kumar (28 wickets), Shahbaz Nadeem (24 wickets), Pritam Das (23 wickets), Mohammed Siraj (23 wickets), and Gaurav Yadav (23 wickets) are the bowlers with most in on season of tournament.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Meet bowlers with most wickets in one season including Mohammed Siraj

The 2026 T20 World Cup will start on Feb 7, with India and Sri Lanka co-hosting the event. A total of 20 teams will compete and they have been divided into four groups of five sides each. India are placed in Group A with Pakistan, the Netherlands, Namibia and the USA.&nbsp;With little over a month to go for the tournament, former England captain Eoin Morgan reflected his views on India's chances in the upcoming tournament. The Men in Blue, who have won the tournament twice and are the defending champions will start their campaign against the USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Feb 7.<h2>Morgan reflects on India's chances</h2>“Anytime India comes to a World Cup, the level of expectation is always there to win it. The India vs England semi-final was painted to be an absolute spectacle of a game," Gavaskar was quoted as saying to digital broadcasters. “What unfolded, about ten overs into India’s batting, I remember turning to Sunil Gavaskar in the commentary box and asking where this bravery, this courage, this fearless style of play that India had played with in the tournament,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read &nbsp;- <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-2025-26-ex-england-skipper-alastair-cook-says-unfair-contest-after-20-wickets-fall-on-day-1-of-boxing-day-test-1766741128461">Ashes 2025-26: Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test</a><h2>Ishan Kishan returns to Team India</h2>Ishan Kishan returned to the Indian T20 World Cup 2026 squad after he led Jharkhand to their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) title win. The BCCI selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar announced the India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 on Dec 20.&nbsp;&nbsp;Much to the surprise, Shubman Gill, India’s T20 vice-captain in T20Is, was dropped alongside Jitesh Sharma in the 15-man squad.&nbsp;<h2>India's squad for T20 World Cup&nbsp;</h2>Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel (vice-captain), Rinku Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Washington Sundar, Ishan Kishan<h2>India’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule</h2><ul><li>India vs USA - Feb 7 - Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai</li><li>India vs Namibia - Feb 12 - Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi</li><li>India vs Pakistan - Feb 15 - R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo</li><li>India vs Netherlands - Feb 18 - Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad</li></ul><h2>How many T20Is will India play before 2026 T20 World Cup?</h2>As part of their preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup, India will host New Zealand for a five-match T20I series next year. Below is a full look at India’s build-up, including the opponents and match dates.<h2>IND vs NZ, T20Is - Full schedule</h2><ul><li>1st T20I: 21 Jan, 2026, at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur (7:00 PM IST)</li><li>2nd T20I: 23 Jan, 2026, at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur (7:00 PM IST)</li><li>3rd T20I: 25 Jan, 2026, at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati (7:00 PM IST)</li><li>4th T20I: 28 Jan, 2026, at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam (7:00 PM IST)</li><li>5th T20I: 31 Jan, 2026, at Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram (7:00 PM IST)</li></ul>

The Men in Blue, who have won the tournament twice and are the defending champions will start their campaign against the USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Feb 7.

The 2026 T20 World Cup will start on Feb 7, with India and Sri Lanka co-hosting the event. A total of 20 teams will compete and they have been divided into four groups of five sides each. India are placed in Group A with Pakistan, the Netherlands, Namibia and the USA. With little over a month to go for the tournament, former England captain Eoin Morgan reflected his views on India's chances in the upcoming tournament. The Men in Blue, who have won the tournament twice and are the defending champions will start their campaign against the USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Feb 7. Morgan reflects on India's chances “Anytime India comes to a World Cup, the level of expectation is always there to win it. The India vs England semi-final was painted to be an absolute spectacle of a game," Gavaskar was quoted as saying to digital broadcasters. “What unfolded, about ten overs into India’s batting, I remember turning to Sunil Gavaskar in the commentary box and asking where this bravery, this courage, this fearless style of play that India had played with in the tournament,” he added. Also Read - Ashes 2025-26: Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook says 'unfair contest' after 20 wickets fall on day 1 of Boxing Day Test Ishan Kishan returns to Team India Ishan Kishan returned to the Indian T20 World Cup 2026 squad after he led Jharkhand to their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) title win. The BCCI selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar announced the India squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 on Dec 20. Much to the surprise, Shubman Gill, India’s T20 vice-captain in T20Is, was dropped alongside Jitesh Sharma in the 15-man squad. India's squad for T20 World Cup Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel (vice-captain), Rinku Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Washington Sundar, Ishan Kishan India’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule India vs USA - Feb 7 - Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai India vs Namibia - Feb 12 - Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi India vs Pakistan - Feb 15 - R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo India vs Netherlands - Feb 18 - Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad How many T20Is will India play before 2026 T20 World Cup? As part of their preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup, India will host New Zealand for a five-match T20I series next year. Below is a full look at India’s build-up, including the opponents and match dates. IND vs NZ, T20Is - Full schedule 1st T20I: 21 Jan, 2026, at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur (7:00 PM IST) 2nd T20I: 23 Jan, 2026, at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur (7:00 PM IST) 3rd T20I: 25 Jan, 2026, at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati (7:00 PM IST) 4th T20I: 28 Jan, 2026, at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam (7:00 PM IST) 5th T20I: 31 Jan, 2026, at Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram (7:00 PM IST)

The Men in Blue, who have won the tournament twice and are the defending champions will start their campaign against the USA at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Feb 7.

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Odisha fast bowler Rajesh Mohanty created history on Friday (Dec 26) after becoming the first player from his state to take a hat-trick in List A cricket. He reached this milestone during Odisha’s Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 match against Services at Alur Cricket Stadium III in Bengaluru. After Odisha chose to bowl first, the 25-year-old made an impact in the seventh over, he clean bowled Sagar Dahiya to take his first wicket. On the very next delivery, he trapped Ayush Shukla for LBW. Mohanty then completed his hat-trick by dismissing Ravi Chauhan for a golden duck.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mohanty ended his spell with figures of three for 25 from nine overs. His efforts helped Odisha to bowl out Services for just 83 runs, their second-lowest total ever in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He was well supported by Sambit S Baral, who took 4 for 21, while Badal Biswal also took two wickets for 20 runs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, in the second innings, chasing a modest target of 84 runs, Odisha got off to a poor start as openers Swastik Samal (0) and Om T Munde (1) were dismissed cheaply. However, Sandeep Pattnaik, who remained unbeaten on 32 off 69 balls, steadied the innings and guided his team to a four-wicket victory. Apart from Pattnaik, only Govinda Poddar (11) and Rajesh Mohanty (12) managed to reach double figures. For Services, Poonam Poonia was the standout bowler, claiming four important wickets for 27 runs, but his efforts ultimately went in vain. Nitin Yadav also chipped in with two wickets for 20 runs in his eight overs.<h2>Stats</h2>In List A cricket, Mohanty has featured in 38 matches and picked up 41 wickets, while he has also taken 124 wickets from 34 First-Class matches. In T20 cricket, he has picked up 27 wickets from 28 innings.<h2>Mohanty went unsold in IPL 2026 auction</h2>Mohanty’s this achievement comes on the back of a recent setback at the IPL 2026 mini auction, where he went unsold. The seamer had registered himself with a base price of INR 30 lakh but failed to attract any bidders during the auction held in Abu Dhabi.

Mohanty ended his spell with figures of three for 25 from nine overs. His efforts helped Odisha to bowl out Services for just 83 runs, their second-lowest total ever in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. 

Odisha fast bowler Rajesh Mohanty created history on Friday (Dec 26) after becoming the first player from his state to take a hat-trick in List A cricket. He reached this milestone during Odisha’s Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 match against Services at Alur Cricket Stadium III in Bengaluru. After Odisha chose to bowl first, the 25-year-old made an impact in the seventh over, he clean bowled Sagar Dahiya to take his first wicket. On the very next delivery, he trapped Ayush Shukla for LBW. Mohanty then completed his hat-trick by dismissing Ravi Chauhan for a golden duck. Mohanty ended his spell with figures of three for 25 from nine overs. His efforts helped Odisha to bowl out Services for just 83 runs, their second-lowest total ever in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He was well supported by Sambit S Baral, who took 4 for 21, while Badal Biswal also took two wickets for 20 runs. Meanwhile, in the second innings, chasing a modest target of 84 runs, Odisha got off to a poor start as openers Swastik Samal (0) and Om T Munde (1) were dismissed cheaply. However, Sandeep Pattnaik, who remained unbeaten on 32 off 69 balls, steadied the innings and guided his team to a four-wicket victory. Apart from Pattnaik, only Govinda Poddar (11) and Rajesh Mohanty (12) managed to reach double figures. For Services, Poonam Poonia was the standout bowler, claiming four important wickets for 27 runs, but his efforts ultimately went in vain. Nitin Yadav also chipped in with two wickets for 20 runs in his eight overs. Stats In List A cricket, Mohanty has featured in 38 matches and picked up 41 wickets, while he has also taken 124 wickets from 34 First-Class matches. In T20 cricket, he has picked up 27 wickets from 28 innings. Mohanty went unsold in IPL 2026 auction Mohanty’s this achievement comes on the back of a recent setback at the IPL 2026 mini auction, where he went unsold. The seamer had registered himself with a base price of INR 30 lakh but failed to attract any bidders during the auction held in Abu Dhabi.

Mohanty ended his spell with figures of three for 25 from nine overs. His efforts helped Odisha to bowl out Services for just 83 runs, their second-lowest total ever in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.&nbsp;

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A frightening moment unfolded during the Vijay Hazare Trophy clash between Mumbai and Uttarakhand as young Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi suffered a serious injury while fielding at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Friday (Dec 26). The incident sent a wave of concern across the ground as Raghuvanshi collapsed after attempting a catch and had to be stretchered off the field. With teammates and officials visibly worried, the match briefly took a backseat as medical staff rushed to his aid. The 21-year-old was later taken to a nearby hospital for further evaluation, with scans scheduled to assess the extent of his injuries.

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&nbsp;The incident occurred during Uttarakhand’s innings when Raghuvanshi attempted a difficult catch near the boundary. Positioned at deep mid-wicket, the Mumbai batter charged forward and dived as the ball came off a top edge. In the process, he landed awkwardly and appeared to hit his head on the turf, immediately showing signs of discomfort. He was seen clutching his head and shoulder and struggling to get back on his feet.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jeev-milkha-singh-ends-13-year-wait-with-igpl-win-in-colombo-1766674565801">Jeev Milkha Singh ends 13-year wait with IGPL win in Colombo</a><h2>Delay in arranging stretcher&nbsp;</h2>Medical staff from the Mumbai team rushed onto the field to assess the situation as players from both sides gathered around him. Raghuvanshi remained down for several minutes before a stretcher was called. As per reports, there was a brief delay in arranging the stretcher and ambulance, which added to the tense moments on the field. He was eventually stretchered off and taken straight to the SDMH Hospital in Jaipur.&nbsp;According to a report by Sportstar, Raghuvanshi was taken to the hospital for CT scans to rule out any serious internal injury. The same report added that he suffered injuries to his head and shoulder and has been kept under observation while further tests are being conducted. No official update on his condition has been released yet.&nbsp;Raghuvanshi had earlier opened the batting for Mumbai in the match but endured a quiet outing with the bat, scoring 11 runs off 20 balls. Senior batter Rohit Sharma also had a forgettable day, departing for a duck as Mumbai struggled to build momentum at the top of the order.&nbsp;The 21-year-old is regarded as one of the brightest young talents in Indian cricket. He has been a regular feature for Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL and was retained by the franchise ahead of the 2026 season. Across two IPL seasons, Raghuvanshi has played 22 matches and scored 463 runs, including two half-centuries.&nbsp;

Angkrish Raghuvanshi suffered a serious head and shoulder injury during Mumbai vs Uttarakhand in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and was rushed to a Jaipur hospital for scans, causing concern on the field.


A frightening moment unfolded during the Vijay Hazare Trophy clash between Mumbai and Uttarakhand as young Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi suffered a serious injury while fielding at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Friday (Dec 26). The incident sent a wave of concern across the ground as Raghuvanshi collapsed after attempting a catch and had to be stretchered off the field. With teammates and officials visibly worried, the match briefly took a backseat as medical staff rushed to his aid. The 21-year-old was later taken to a nearby hospital for further evaluation, with scans scheduled to assess the extent of his injuries.

Angkrish Raghuvanshi suffered a serious head and shoulder injury during Mumbai vs Uttarakhand in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and was rushed to a Jaipur hospital for scans, causing concern on the field.

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Vijay Hazare Trophy: Narayan Jagadeesn (830 runs), Prithvi Shaw (827 runs), Karun Nair (779 runs), Devdutt Padikkal (737 runs), and Mayank Agarwal (723 runs) are batters with most runs in a season of India's premier domestic 50-over tournament.&nbsp;

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