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CAPE TOWN: Pakistan find themselves in deep trouble at the close of Day 2 of the second Test against South Africa at Newlands. The visitors are precariously placed at 64 for 3 in their first innings, trailing South Africa’s colossal 615-run total.

The 3-match One-Day International (ODI) series between New Zealand and Sri Lanka is set to begin on January 5, 2025, and both teams enter the contest with an equal chance of securing a victory. The first ODI is crucial as both sides aim to gain momentum for the upcoming Champions Trophy, adding extra significance to the series.

The fifth and final Test between India and Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground has reached an intriguing stage, with India holding a slender lead of 145 runs at stumps on Day 2. After managing only a 4-run lead in the first innings, India’s second innings has been a rollercoaster, ending the day at 141/6.

Wellington, January 3, 2025 – Cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the first One-Day International (ODI) between New Zealand and Sri Lanka, set to take place on January 5, 2025, at the iconic Cello Basin Reserve in Wellington. This match marks the start of the Sri Lanka in New Zealand, 3 ODI Series 2025, promising an exciting contest between two formidable teams.

Sydney, January 3, 2025 – Day 1 of the fifth and final Test between Australia and India at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) saw relentless dominance by the pacers on a pitch that tested the mettle of every batter. India, batting first, managed a modest total of 185 runs before being bowled out. In response, Australia stumbled early, finishing at 9/1 at stumps, trailing by 176 runs.

The weather in Sydney looks favorable for cricket as India and Australia prepare to clash in the final Test of the series at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Australia, coming off a dominant 184-run victory in the fourth Test, aims to seal the series and retain the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The highly anticipated match begins on Friday.

Australia has made unexpected adjustments to their squad for the fifth and final Test against India, introducing all-rounder Beau Webster to the playing XI. Webster will replace Mitchell Marsh, who has been dropped following a lackluster performance in the series so far.

Sri Lanka edged out New Zealand by seven runs in a thrilling finish to the third and final T20I in Nelson on Thursday, avoiding a series clean sweep. Kusal Perera’s electrifying century propelled Sri Lanka to a formidable 218-5, setting the stage for their victory.