Australia got off to a great start in the India vs Australia 1st ODI 2025 at Optus Stadium, Perth, having won the toss and deciding to bowl first. The home seamers imposed immediate pressure on India with simple and disciplined bowling. Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc struck in back-to-back overs, dismissing star batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to leave India in trouble at the end of the powerplay.

The surface at Perth offered quick bounce and seam movement and Hazlewood and Starc exploited the conditions perfectly. They maintained excellent control, not allowing the Indian top order to settle. With both openers back in the shed early, the visitors were forced into a defensive mode in the face of the continued dominance of the hosts in the early exchanges. 

The highlight of the innings came when Australian captain Mitchell Marsh brought on Nathan Ellis. The decision turned out to be a masterstroke, as Ellis struck with his very first delivery. He dismissed Shubman Gill (10 off 18) with a good-length delivery angling down the leg side. Gill tried to glance it fine but got a faint edge, and Josh Philippe completed a sharp catch behind the stumps. The dismissal left India reeling at 25/3 in the ninth over.

India vs Australia 1st ODI: India in Trouble After Top-Order Collapse

As of this writing, India is 25/3 in the ninth over, with Shreyas Iyer & Axar Patel at the crease, looking to rebuild the innings after the top-order failure put enormous pressure on India’s middle order in tough conditions.

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With light rain and strong winds creating additional challenges, the Australian pacers have been relentless. The Australian pacers have control and movement and were able to take advantage of the Perth pitch to keep the Indian batters guessing. They were able to make early breakthroughs, including Ellis capturing the wicket of Gill, giving Australia the upper hand in the first ODI of the series.

The Asia Cup 2025 Finals begun between India and Pakistan, with a brisk start from the openers for Pakistan. Fakhar Zaman and Sahibzada Farhan started the innings on strong footing as both teams are trying to take the early initiative in a match that promises high drama between these two arch-rivals in Dubai.

At the 9.4-over mark, Varun Chakravarthy provided a significant breakthrough for India by getting rid of Sahibzada Farhan. Farhan had been aggressive from the outset and had made 57 runs off 38 balls with plenty of boundaries. He attempted to pull a googly pitched outside off, but got is wrong and was caught by Tilak Varma at deep mid-wicket, it ended an 84-run partnership. The wicket gave India a grip on the game ahead of the drinks break.

Farhan's attacking innings had built a really strong platform for Pakistan, but his dismissal was a key breakthrough and changed the momentum a little towards India. Saim Ayub was joined at the crease by Fakhar Zaman and opened his account with a single run. Fakhar continued to play the anchor role, while India hoped to capitalize on this important breakthrough.

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Pakistan is at 113/1 after 12.4 overs, with Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub at the crease. The innings has started brightly for Pakistan, but India will be looking to use this breakthrough to get control of the run rate. The momentum of the match is still fairly even as both teams contest for the title in this high stakes final.

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🚨 WICKET!🚨

Sahibzada Farhan c Tilak Varma b Varun Chakravarthy for 57(38) [5x4, 3x6]!
He smashed a six earlier in the over but got out trying for another. Frustrated, he thuds the bat on the ground. Big moment!#Cricket #INDvsPAK #AsiaCup #PakistanCricket pic.twitter.com/R4XuybRyOo

— Asia Voice 🎤 (@Asianewss) September 28, 2025

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India suffered an early blow in Match 6 of Super 4 in Asia Cup 2025 against Sri Lanka, as Shubman Gill was dismissed cheaply by Maheesh Theekshana. The wicket fell in the 1.3 over at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Gill, who has been India's consistent performer in this tournament, has only added 4 runs off 3 balls and a boundary before having to make his back to the pavilion.

Theekshana bowled a 96 kmph delivery that drifted in around the fifth stump. Gill attempted a straight drive but could not keep the ball down and Theekshana quickly reacted by diving to his left to take an excellent caught and bowled to give Sri Lanka the first breakthrough. this brilliant piece of fielding put India under early pressure and got Sri Lanka on the front foot in just the opening overs.

However, India have already qualified for the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan on September 28. The team will face their arch-rivals after a strong Super 4 performance. This match against Sri Lanka is now more about momentum and practice for the big final clash.

Match Situation and Gill's Asia Cup 2025 Performance

Gill’s dismissal was significant, as he has scored a total of 115 runs in 6 innings in the Asia Cup 2025 with an average of 23.00 and a strike rate of 155.41. His highest score is only 47 runs. With Gill back in the pavilion early, India’s middle order will have to step up and build partnerships to steady the innings and chase what is likely to be a competitive total.

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- Shubman Gill dismissed for 4 in 3 ball's
- Stunner from Thikshana #INDvsSL pic.twitter.com/9ivJs9p2aP

— Rana Ahmed (@RanaAhmad056) September 26, 2025

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As of writing, India is 45/1 in 14.2 overs with a run rate of 10.38. Abhishek Sharma is on 27 off 15 balls, while Suryakumar Yadav has 10 off 9.

Tanzid Hasan was dismissed in the very first over of the second innings during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday, September 20. The in-form Nuwan Thushara sent the Bangladesh opener back to the pavilion for a two-ball duck.

Sri Lanka batted first after Litton Das won the toss and chose to field. Dasun Shanaka played a sensational innings, scoring 64 off just 37 balls with three fours and six sixes. There were also some valuable contributions from Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, and Charith Asalanka to help the Sri Lanka Lions post a score of 168/7 in their 20 overs.

In response, Sri Lanka would have hoped for a strong start with the ball. Thushara, who had dismissed Tanzid for a six-ball duck in the first over of their previous Group B meeting, struck again, sending the southpaw back early.

Thushara’s Clever Bowling

While Thushara had previously bowled Tanzid with an in-swinger, he employed a well-disguised slower delivery this time to catch the 24-year-old off-guard. Tanzid advanced down the track in search of a boundary but failed to pick the off-cutter, allowing the ball to pass his bat and crash into the top of the off-stump.

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Nuwan Thushara's red hot form continues ♨️

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Currently, Bangladesh are on 159/4 in 18.4 overs and need only 6 runs from the last 8 balls to chase down Sri Lanka’s total. This narrow finish has created a fantastic end to the Super Four match, with every ball now being the most important.

This early breakthrough by Thushara put Bangladesh on the back foot right from the start, giving Sri Lanka a significant psychological advantage in the Super Four encounter.

In a defining moment of the second ODI between the India Women (IND-W) and Australia Women (AUS-W) at Mullanpur, Radha Yadav displayed brilliant fielding ability. She took a super diving catch in the 25th over to dismiss the dangerous Ellyse Perry for 44 runs. Perry was attempting to drive a full delivery from Yadav and got it wrong, hitting it back down the pitch directly to the bowler. Yadav quickly dived to her left to take an excellent, low catch, causing the crowd to erupt and allowing India to get the all-important wicket.

When Perry was dismissed, Australia was struggling at 108/4 still needing 185 to win. Perry's wicket, being an experienced player, really hurt Australia's middle order. Once Perry was out, Australia had to pick up the pace, which added pressure to the rest of the batters.

Earlier on in the match, India Women made a massive total of 292 runs with the help of an excellent century by Smriti Mandhana. Smriti's 117 off 91 balls was not only the highest score by India in this series but also the highest total by an Indian side in ODIs against Australia. Deepti Sharma (40) and Sneh Rana (24) also threw in their lot with the bat down the order. Although the knock-outs from the trio were outstanding, Australia’s bowling unit, spearheaded by Darcie Brown (3-42) and Ashleigh Gardner (2-39), put a stop to India at 292 runs, thus preventing them from reaching a 300-plus score

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Match Status and Live Updates

At the time of writing, Australia currently stands at 142/5 in 31 overs, with Tahlia McGrath scoring 4 runs off 9 balls and Ashleigh Gardner hitting 11 runs off 18 balls. The game is still very close, and both teams are fighting to take control. The Indian bowlers must seize the opportunities, whereas the Aussies will be looking to extend their innings and get the target.

India wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel pulled off a sensational catch to dismiss England’s batting mainstay Joe Root on Day 4 (Sunday, August 3) of the fifth and final Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at The Oval in London. The crucial breakthrough came on the last ball of the 73rd over in England’s second innings, dealing a major blow to the hosts' chances.

Root was lured into a loose shot outside off stump to a short-of-a-length delivery from Prasidh Krishna, which moved slightly away after pitching. The ball took the edge and flew sharply to Jurel’s right. Showing great reflexes and agility, the young wicketkeeper dove full stretch and completed a superb catch. Root, who had anchored England’s chase with a composed 105 off 152 balls (12 fours), walked back to a warm reception as England stood at 337/6 chasing 374.

Earlier, England had ended Day 3 at 50/1 after 13.5 overs, with Ben Duckett looking solid on 34. Zak Crawley was dismissed by Mohammed Siraj late in the day. On the fourth morning, Duckett went on to complete a fifty before falling to Krishna for 54. Captain Ollie Pope failed to capitalize, departing for 27 off Siraj’s bowling. Joe Root then stitched a vital stand with Harry Brook, who made the most of a lucky escape.

Root-Brook stand revives England before India strike back

Harry Brook and Joe Root added a terrific 195 runs off 211 deliveries for the fourth wicket. Brook, who was caught by Siraj at long leg but saved by a boundary rope contact, made India pay with a blistering 111 off 98 balls. After Brook's dismissal, Jacob Bethell managed only 5 runs before falling, putting the onus back on Root.

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Root brought up his 39th Test century and continued to fight until Jurel’s brilliance ended his stay. At the time of writing, England was 339/6 after 76 overs, needing 35 runs to win. Jamie Smith (2*) and Jamie Overton (0*) were at the crease, and with the scores so close, the match was set for a thrilling climax.

Mohammed Siraj had a moment to forget on Day 4 of the ongoing fifth and final Test between India and England at the Oval. In the 35th over of England’s chase, Prasidh Krishna bowled a short delivery to Harry Brook, who attempted a pull shot but top-edged it high into the air. As the ball was falling slowly, Prasidh was already halfway through his celebration dance; he was sure that it would be a simple wicket.

Siraj, who was at long leg, read the ball well and took the catch without any trouble. But, just after taking the ball, he took a step back and accidentally touched the boundary cushion with his foot. The joy quickly turned into disbelief in the Indian camp as the on-field umpire signaled six instead of a wicket. Siraj immediately covered his face in frustration, realizing that he had given Brook a crucial lifeline in a high-pressure situation.

The error stunned Prasidh Krishna and his teammates, who were looking for a breakthrough to derail England’s chase. At the time of writing, England was 164/3 in 38 overs at Lunch on Day 4, with Harry Brook unbeaten on 38 off 30 balls and Joe Root steady on 23 off 46 deliveries. Akash Deep had bowled 13 overs without a wicket, conceding 44 runs.

England Build Steadily After Siraj's Missed Opportunity

The momentum shifted slightly in England's favor after the six, as Brook and Root began to stitch together a crucial partnership. With a target in sight and wickets in hand, India will need to strike back quickly in the second session.

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Out? Six!?

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— England Cricket (@englandcricket) August 3, 2025

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On Day 1 of the fifth and final Test at The Oval, India experienced a major defeat when Ravindra Jadeja got out for only 9 runs. This sent the visitors into a difficult situation. England, having won the toss and decided to bowl in overcast conditions, made the most of the receptive wicket. The Indian top order found it difficult to play against the swinging ball, and Jadeja’s loss at the early stage dented their hopes of a solid first-innings total.

The day began with rain delays, and only six overs could be bowled in the afternoon session before tea was taken early. In that short period, India lost their skipper, Shubman Gill, who was dismissed for 21 after a run-out following a single that was misjudged. Sai Sudharsan and Karun Nair tried to rebuild a partnership with a gritty stand after tea, but Josh Tongue ended the stand with a brilliant ball that got Sudharsan out for 38. Soon after, he delivered another gem to get rid of Jadeja.

Jadeja walked in at number six, aiming to stabilize the innings. Tongue angled a delivery in from around the wicket. The ball straightened after pitching, took Jadeja’s outside edge, and was safely pouched by wicketkeeper Jamie Smith. The all-rounder’s dismissal left India reeling at 123/5, with England firmly in control.

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Josh Tongue - the first time was so nice, he had to do it twice ✌️

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Tongue’s Brilliant Spell Puts India on the Back Foot

Josh Tongue has been the standout bowler in the match, grabbing 2/32 and constantly troubling batters with his bounce and movement. His removal of Jadeja marked as turning point of the session. At the time of writing, India is 137/5 in 46 overs—Karun Nair 18*, Dhruv Jurel 7*.

India's leggie, Yuzvendra Chahal, first got an opportunity to shine for India in the tour to Zimbabwe in 2016. He took that chance with both hands, and impressed in the T20I and ODI forms of the game. The bowler who turns 35 years old on 23rd July 2025 is considered as a skiddy cricketer with the ball. Although he doesn't possess a googly as a variation, his deception in the air has proven to suffice against the opposition batters in all conditions. If a batter fails to read the delivery off his wrist, then he is an extremely tough customer to negotiate with. In that scenario, he can very easily get under the skin and cause havoc. In his full rhythm, facing Chahal is equivalent to mayhem for any batter. In a career that has spanned seven years (2016-23) so far, Yuzi has stacked up great numbers. Performing well in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and domestically for Haryana are his only gateways for a return into the Indian white ball circuit. 

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Yuzvendra Chahal's ODI Career Bowling Numbers

Chahal's Top 3 bowling performances in ODIs

1. 6/42 vs Australia, 2019

In the third and deciding ODI match of a series between Australia and India at the MCG in Melbourne, Chahal staged a memorable bowling display by recording his best figures in the 50-over format of the game. He spun a vicious web around the Aussie batters and scalped six of them to restrict their depleted team to a modest total which was eventually chased down by India. His returns also marked the joint best figures for an Indian bowler in an ODI Down-Under. 

2. 5/22 vs South Africa, 2018

In the second ODI of the series at Centurion, Yuzi's bowling masterclass outperformed the Proteas batters. He claimed his first five-wicket haul and dismantled the South African batting line-up. His exploits restricted them to just 118, which was chased down by India in a dominant fashion. 

3. 4/17 vs West Indies, 2017

In a low-scoring encounter at the North Sound, Antigua, Chahal's spell of 4/17 was crucial in restricting the West Indies and setting up a comfortable win for India. He consistently troubled the batsmen with his variations and flight.

Yuzvendra Chahal, often nicknamed as India's spin wizard while he was playing regularly for the national side, turns a year older on 23rd July 2025. At 35, the leg-spinner from Haryana has seen several highs in his career, so far. A person who was once associated with chess and has won the under-12 championship of the game is known for his immaculate bowling skills. His cleverness and guile have often disguised and foxed the batters on several occasions, leading to their demise. In T20 internationals, he was a dream bowler for every captain but a nightmare for the majority of the batters, for a long period. His ability to bowl in any phase of a twenty-over fixture, be it the powerplay, middle, or death overs, earned him the tag of a 'Specialist' in the shortest format of the game. Chahal's highest International Cricket Council (ICC) T20I ranking is 2nd, which he had achieved in 2018. His bowling statistics in this form of cricket are impeccable. 

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Yuzvendra Chahal's T20 International Bowling Numbers

A look at Chahal's top 3 T20I bowling performances

1. 6/25 vs England, 2017 

In Bengaluru, Chahal produced his best T20I figures, which are also the best by an Indian in the format. He entirely bamboozled the English batters and took crucial wickets, including those of the opposition skipper, Eoin Morgan, and batters like Joe Root, Ben Stokes, and Moeen Ali. His magnificent display sealed the series for India and won him the man of the match and series award. 

2. 4/23 vs Sri Lanka, 2017

In the first match of the series between India and Sri Lanka at Cuttack, Chahal bagged important wickets of Tharanga, Mathews, and Thisara Perera, to help India record a comfortable victory. 

3. 3/20 vs South Africa, 2022

Chahal generated scintillating figures in a T20 match against the Proteas in Vizag by dismissing top batters like Rassie Van der Dussen to record his third-best figures in the format.