Alyssa Healy produced one of the finest innings in World Cup history as Australia chased down 331 to beat India by three wickets in Visakhapatnam, the highest successful chase ever recorded in women’s One-Day Internationals.

South Africa secured a dramatic three wicket win over India in their Women's World Cup match at the Dr Y S Rajasekhara Reddy Stadium in Visakhapatnam. Chasing a target of 252, the visitors completed the chase with seven balls remaining, handing India their first defeat in the tournament.

The much awaited India vs. Pakistan matches in the Asia Cup 2025 turned into an arena of political drama instead of unadulterated cricketing excellence, as political tensions following the recent military confrontation spilled onto the pitch with ferocity. India won over Pakistan by seven wickets in their September 14 group stage match in Dubai, but the result of the match was marred by the political gesture that followed.

Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket, ending a 14-year career that redefined India’s approach to the format. With 123 matches and 9,230 runs, his legacy as a fearless leader and game-changer will remain etched in cricket history.