Mitchell Starc finished as the top wicket-taker of 2025 after he took 55 wickets in 22 Test innings across 11 matches. His best figures were 7/58, averaging 17.32

Siraj and Starc (L-R)

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Varun Chakravarthy took 36 wickets in 18 T20I innings across 20 matches for India

Matt Henry took 31 wickets in 13 ODI innings in 2025, playing 13 matches. His best bowling in an innings was 5/42, averaging 18.58

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Kyrgios faced some early resistance but eventually walked away with an easy 6-3, 6-3 win

Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka after the match

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The iconic ‘Battle of the Sexes’ tennis match is set to return later this year

The iconic ‘Battle of the Sexes' tennis match is set to return later this year

The Battle of the Sexes 2025 exhibition will feature a modified format to create a more competitive contest. Unlike the traditional two-serve system, both players will have only one serve per point

Battle of the Sexes 2025

The live telecast of the Battle of Sexes 2025 match between Sabalenka and Kyrgios will be available on Sony Sports Network in India

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Sources close to the process indicate that AIFF wants to bring stability and uniformity to league operations while strengthening the competitive ecosystem

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Mohamed Salah scored again for Egypt's 10 men as his team reached the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage, while host Morocco was forced to wait as VAR provided the main talking point on Friday.
Morocco was held 1-1 by Mali in the late Group A game with both teams awarded penalties following VAR decisions. Earlier, Egypt held on to beat South Africa 1-0 and was grateful that another spot kick wasn't given.
Salah, who secured the Pharaohs' opening win with a stoppage-time strike against Zimbabwe on Monday, did it again in Agadir and his penalty before the break secured progression from Group B.
South Africa should arguably have been given a penalty in stoppage time when Yasser Ibrahim blocked a shot with his arm. After a long delay, the referee decided against awarding the spot kick after consulting video replays and Ibrahim sank to the ground in relief.
We didn't have much luck. We also had several refereeing decisions go against us, South Africa coach Hugo Broos said.
Salah ...

Salah Egypt

Morocco was held 1-1 by Mali in the late Group A game, with both teams awarded penalties following VAR decisions

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Patrick Dorgu scored his first goal for Manchester United as his team defeated Newcastle 1-0 in a pulsating Premier League match on Friday.
The 21-year-old Dorgu smashed in a left-foot volley from 15 meters midway through the first half to give United its first home win in four Premier League games, and lift the club above Liverpool into fifth place.
But reigning champion Liverpool is at home to bottom club Wolves on Saturday.
It was a good hit. I didn't know I could do that," a delighted Dorgu said.
United was without talismanic captain Bruno Fernandes while several other first-team players were missing due to injury or Africa Cup of Nations duty.
The new-look side also lined up in an unusual back-four formation but it was a match for Newcastle in an even first half most notable for Dorgu's fine strike, his first in 38 appearances in a red jersey.
United was hampered by the half-time withdrawal of Mason Mount due to injury and Newcastle dominated the early moments of the second 

Manchester United

The 21-year-old Dorgu smashed in a left-foot volley from 15 meters midway through the first half to give United its first home win in four Premier League games

The disagreement stemmed from the expiry of the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) between AIFF and its former commercial partner

City Football Group, which owns several top clubs worldwide including English Premier League giants Manchester City, has pulled out of its association with Mumbai City FC amid uncertainty over the future of the Indian Super League, according to sources.
The City group acquired a 65 per cent stake in Mumbai City FC in 2019. Mumbai City FC are one of the most successful teams in the history of ISL, winning four titles, which includes two League Winners Shields and two ISL Cups.
"Mumbai City FC have bought over the shares of City Football Group," a reliable source privy to the development told PTI without elaborating.
With the latest development, Mumbai City FC's ownership may return to Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor and businessman Bimal Parekh.

The City group acquired a 65 per cent stake in Mumbai City FC in 2019

From the season of firsts for teams to nations losing a footballing gem, the rollercoaster football calendar year was something different for the fans.

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The proposal was submitted to AIFF and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on the final day of the deadline given to clubs to outline a consortium-led framework

Notably, the top positions on the list are occupied by players from associate nations who play almost all their matches in the 20-over format

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Star batter Virat Kohli was India's top run-scorer in ODIs in 2025, proving he is still one of the best white-ball players the nation has to offer

Full list of top run-getters in ODIs in 2025

Mumbai Indians have begun laying the groundwork for their WPL 2026 campaign, with the first session taking place on Tuesday at the franchise's training base in Bengaluru

Mumbai Indians ahead of WPL 2026

Deepti's climb in T20Is has also boosted her to third position on the all-time wickets list in Women's international cricket

Deepti Sharma

The partnership was formally unveiled at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad in the presence of senior leadership from both organisations

The partnership was formally unveiled at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad

The deal covers all major men's and women's ICC tournaments from 2026 to 2027, kicking off with the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.

ICC and AB InBev brand collaboration

Birla Estates' partnership with the Gujarat Titans reflects the company's focus on connecting with India's youth and fostering shared experiences beyond real estate.

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Months after RCB's first IPL crown, Diageo plans to sell both the men's and women's teams. Strategic reasons, valuation, and timeline explained.

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