Ashes 2025-26: MCG Boxing Day Test ground gets ‘unsatisfactory’ rating from ICC | CricTracker

The pitch for the Fourth Test of the 2025-26 Ashes at the Melbourne Cricket Ground was rated ‘unsatisfactory’ by the ICC on December 29. The venue was also awarded one penalty point under the ICC Pitch and Outfield Monitoring Process. Emirates ICC Elite Panel of match referees Jeff Crowe announced the final verdict and explained […]

Ashes 2025-26: Brett Lee explains why Sydney Test could be a fitting farewell for Usman Khawaja

As the 2025-26 Ashes series nears its end, conversations about legacies and farewells are surfacing. Former Australian speedster Brett Lee has added fuel to the debate by suggesting the final Test in Sydney could be the perfect stage for it Usman Khawaja say goodbye to international cricket. With Australia eyeing a dominant finish in the […]

Ash 2025-26 [WATCH]: Josh Tongue stuns Steve Smith with unplayable delivery on day 1 of Boxing Day Test | AUS vs ENG

England struck a decisive early blow Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test as Josh Tong produced a moment of magic to sack Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith at the MCG. After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, Ben Stokes’ The decision paid immediate dividends, with England’s pace attack taking advantage of favorable conditions. […]

Ash 2025-26 [WATCH]: Brydon Carse’s breathtaking run-out of Cameron Green steals the show on day 1 of Boxing Day Test match | AUS vs ENG

Cameron Green‘s innings came to an abrupt halt when he was bowled out after a brilliant direct hit from Brydon Carse on day 1 of Boxing Day Test match between Australia and England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Brydon Carse hits bull’s eye by dismissing Cameron Green on Day 1 of Boxing Day Test match […]

Ex-England cricketer backs Ravi Shastri to replace Brendon McCullum as head coach after Ashes fallout

England find themselves at a crossroads after a catastrophic event Ash 2025-26 campaign that has intensified scrutiny of the team’s leadership. With the Ashes slipping away after three successive defeats, the pressure is mounting on the head coach Brendon McCullumwhose once celebrated philosophy is now being questioned by former players and fans alike. ‘Bazball’ under […]

Ashes 2025-26: Nathan Lyon hopes to recover after hamstring surgery

Australia’s Ashes season has been hit with a major blow with veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon sidelined following hamstring surgery, but the 38-year-old remains determined to fight his way back. Lyon’s injury has not only forced a change in Australia’s plans for the fourth Test, but also accelerated discussions around succession in the spin department. Lyon […]

Ashes 2025-26: England unveil their eleventh player for the Boxing Day Test; no room for Ollie Pope and Jofra Archer

The Ash 2025-26 intensifies with the fourth Test in between Australia And England takes place on December 26 at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, with England trailing 3-0 after defeats in Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide. Captain Ben Stokes‘side faces a ‘must-win’ scenario to avoid a whitewash, with the MCG expected to host record crowds on […]

IND vs SA: Ravi Shastri questions team management after Sanju Samson shines in Shubman Gill’s absence during 5th T20I

The final T20I of 2025 in Ahmedabad did not end just like that India lifting the trophy; it reignited one of the most polarizing debates in Indian cricket. While India recorded a 3-1 win South Africa on Friday, December 19, the spotlight shifted from the scoreboard to the commentary field, where Ravi Shastri has directly […]