The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) pitch used for the Boxing Day Ashes Test has been rated ‘Unsatisfactory’ following the rapid conclusion of the fourth Test, which finished in just two days. The venue received one demerit point under the ICC Pitch and Outfield Monitoring Process.

Lahore, December 28, 2025 – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20 International series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to be played next month in Colombo.

Harare, December 28, 2025 — Pakistan Under-19 displayed remarkable composure under pressure to clinch a dramatic one-wicket victory over Afghanistan Under-19 in the second match of the Zimbabwe-hosted U19 tri-series at Harare Sports Club on Saturday.

England reignited the Ashes and ended a long-standing drought Down Under with a stunning four-wicket victory over Australia in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), breathing fresh life into the iconic series. The emphatic win marked England’s first Test success on Australian soil in more than 14 years and significantly altered the momentum heading into the final match.

Melbourne, December 26, 2025 — The opening day of the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) turned into a thrilling contest as bowlers dominated in front of a record Boxing Day crowd.

Melbourne, December 25, 2025 — With the Ashes already secured, Australia head into the iconic Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) aiming to complete a fourth straight victory when the match begins on December 26, 2025. While confidence is high in the Australian camp, the hosts face key selection calls as they prepare for conditions expected to heavily favor fast bowlers.

Islamabad, December 22, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday hosted a luncheon in honour of the Pakistan Under-19 cricket team after their historic triumph in the Under-19 Asia Cup 2025, praising the young squad for discipline, resilience and a commanding victory over India in the final.

Dubai, December 21, 2025 — Pakistan Under-19 emerged as champions of the Under-19 Asia Cup after registering a resounding 191-run victory over arch-rivals India in the final played at the ICC Academy, Dubai. The one-sided contest highlighted Pakistan’s outstanding all-round performance, leaving the Indian team completely outplayed.

Adelaide, December 21, 2025 — Australia sealed an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match Ashes series after defeating England by 82 runs in the third Test at the Adelaide Oval, retaining the iconic urn with two matches still to play.

Adelaide, December 20, 2025 – Excitement has reached fever pitch at Adelaide Oval as Australia and England gear up for the fifth and final day of the third Ashes Test. At stumps on the fourth day, England still need 228 runs to claim victory, while Australia require just four wickets to seal the crucial match.