Sunday, July 05
Josh Hazlewood's unblemished record in major cricket finals came to an end as South Africa defeated Australia in the 2025 ICC World Test Championship final at Lord's. Despite Hazlewood's efforts with both ball and bat, including a crucial 59-run partnership, South Africa chased down the target, securing their first WTC title and ending Australia's reign.
The launch of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, intended to replace the Pataudi Trophy for India-England Test series in England, has been postponed. This decision follows the devastating plane crash in Ahmedabad, which claimed over 275 lives. The ECB and BCCI jointly decided to defer the ceremony out of respect for the victims.
South Africa is on the verge of a historic win against Australia in the World Test Championship final at Lord's. Aiden Markram's unbeaten century and Temba Bavuma's resilient half-century have put them in a strong position, needing just 69 runs to chase down 282.
Finn Allen's explosive 151, featuring a record-breaking 19 sixes, propelled the San Francisco Unicorns to a massive 123-run victory over Washington Freedom in the MLC opener. The Unicorns set a league record with 269/5, while Freedom's chase faltered after a promising start, leading to a dominant win for the home side. Allen's performance earned him Player of the Match honors.
Aiden Markram's century has put South Africa on the verge of a historic World Test Championship victory against Australia at Lord's. Chasing a target of 282, South Africa closed day three at 213-2, needing just 69 more runs. Markram is unbeaten on 102, supported by Temba Bavuma's resilient 65 not out.
Aiden Markram's stunning century propelled South Africa to a dominant position in the World Test Championship final at Lord's after a shaky start. He defied critics with his remarkable innings, joining an elite group of players to score a duck and a century in the same Test at the iconic venue.
