India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir is flying back to India due to a family emergency. He will miss the pink-ball practice game in Canberra but is expected to return for the second Test in Adelaide. India leads the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 1-0 after a stunning 295-run win in Perth. Jasprit Bumrah’s brilliant performance as stand-in captain was key to the victory. Gambhir, who faced criticism recently, earned praise as young players Harshit and Nitish shone under his guidance. The team is preparing for a tough day-night Test against Australia’s pace attack, aiming to keep their World Test Championship hopes alive.

The ICC is trying to convince the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to accept a hybrid model for the 2025 Champions Trophy. India has refused to play in Pakistan and wants its matches held in the UAE, including a possible final in Dubai. The ICC has offered the PCB extra financial incentives to break the deadlock. The PCB insists that Pakistan-India matches and the final be held in Lahore if it agrees to a hybrid model. A virtual meeting is scheduled today to resolve the issue. The tournament is set to begin on February 19, with venues in Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 13-year-old from Bihar, made history as the youngest player sold in an IPL auction. Rajasthan Royals bought him for ₹1.10 crore after a fierce bidding war. Vaibhav’s father, Sanjiv Suryavanshi, dismissed age fraud rumours, saying his son had passed multiple age tests. Vaibhav recently scored the fastest century in Under-19 Tests and debuted in the Ranji Trophy at just 12 years old. Despite financial struggles, his father supported his cricket journey. Now, Vaibhav will train under Rahul Dravid and play alongside stars like Sanju Samson and Jofra Archer in the 2025 IPL season.

India secured a dominant 295-run victory over Australia in the first Test in Perth, reclaiming the top spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings with a PCT of 61.11. Chasing 534, Australia folded for 238, with Travis Head (89) and Mitchell Marsh (47) offering resistance. Mohammed Siraj’s fiery spell reduced Australia to 104/5 by lunch on day four. India’s bowlers capitalized, sealing a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. Australia dropped to second in the WTC table, while Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and South Africa remain in contention. The second Test begins in Adelaide on December 6.

Adam Gilchrist raised concerns about a possible divide in Australia’s dressing room following Josh Hazlewood’s remarks during a press conference after Day 3 of the Perth Test against India. Hazlewood expressed frustration over Australia’s performance, suggesting a lack of cohesion between batters and bowlers. His statement, "You probably have to ask one of the batters," sparked debates among pundits, with Michael Vaughan calling it "unusual" for an Australian to shift blame publicly. India, leading by 534, further dominated on Day 4 as Bumrah and Siraj dismantled Australia's batting lineup, leaving them at 227/8 by Tea.

Day 2 of the IPL 2025 auction in Jeddah witnessed surprises as big names like Prithvi Shaw and Kane Williamson went unsold. Marco Jansen, however, sparked a bidding war, eventually being bought by Punjab Kings for ₹7 crore. Other notable deals included Sam Curran’s steep price drop, going to Chennai Super Kings for ₹2.4 crore, and Washington Sundar being acquired by Gujarat Titans for ₹3.2 crore. Faf du Plessis joined Delhi Capitals for ₹2 crore. Meanwhile, New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell and India's Ajinkya Rahane failed to attract bids. The auction continues to reshape team dynamics for IPL 2025.

Rohit Sharma rejoined the Indian team in Perth on Day 4 of the first Test against Australia, after missing the match due to the birth of his second child. His arrival has sparked a selection dilemma for the upcoming Adelaide Test, which will be a day-night contest. KL Rahul, who had a solid performance in Perth with scores of 26 and 77, spoke about the captain's return, saying Rohit would "obviously walk in" to the playing XI. India, in a commanding position with a 534-run target set for Australia, leads the series 1-0. The Adelaide Test begins on December 6.

India triumphed over Australia by 295 runs in the 1st Test in Perth, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. Yashasvi Jaiswal's brilliant 161 and Virat Kohli's 30th Test century powered India to a massive total. Chasing 534, Australia collapsed for 238, with Travis Head scoring 89. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj took three wickets each, while Washington Sundar and Harshit Rana claimed two apiece. India showcased dominance with exceptional performances in both batting and bowling, setting a solid tone for the series. Australia struggled to counter India's relentless attack despite spirited contributions.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured Venkatesh Iyer for ₹23.75 crore at the IPL 2025 auction after an intense bidding war with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). This makes him the third-costliest player in this year’s auction. Venkatesh, who debuted in IPL 2021, expressed his emotional connection with KKR, calling it his "family." During IPL 2024, he scored 370 runs at an average of 46.25. KKR has also retained key players like Rinku Singh and Andre Russell. Venkatesh's return marks a reunion with the team he loves, further bolstering KKR’s squad for the upcoming season.

Virat Kohli made history on November 24, 2024, by scoring his 7th Test century in Australia, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record of 6 centuries. Kohli achieved the milestone during the third session of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy's first Test at Perth's Optus Stadium. He now holds the record for the most Test centuries by an Indian batter in Australia, achieved in just 14 matches. Kohli also matched Ricky Ponting’s record for the most Test centuries in India-Australia contests held in Australia. His latest knock cements his legacy as one of the greatest Test cricketers.