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MI before vs after retentions: Did they make the right calls or mistakes?

The five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) concluded their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 campaign with a third-place finish, falling short in Qualifier 2 against the Punjab Kings (PBKS).

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We Need To Improve Our Batting: Raina On India's Struggles In Home Tests

World Test Championship: Former all-rounder Suresh Raina has urged Indian batters to apply themselves better as the home side faced heavy criticism following their 30-run loss against South Africa in Kolkata.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / November 25

2nd Test: India Down To 27/2 In Chase Of 549 At Stumps

Barsapara Cricket Stadium: India closed Day 4 at 27/2 at stumps after South Africa set the hosts a daunting target of 549 runs here at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium.

Cricket News / CricketGully / November 25

Biggest Test Defeats for India in Terms of Runs: Top 5 Worst Losses

India has grown into one of the strongest Test teams in world cricket, but the journey has included some tough days as well. India, over the years, have suffered a few heavy defeats, especially in overseas conditions where the pitches behave very differently from home.

Gautam Gambhir News / CricTracker / November 25

IND vs SA 2025: 'Gautam Gambhir is not at all at fault, players have to do well' - World Cup winner defends India head coach amid severe criticism

Suresh Raina came to the defence of his former teammate, Gautam Gambhir, who has been facing tremendous scrutiny after India's wretched performances in the ongoing Test series against South Africa.

Smriti Mandhana News / Crictoday / November 25

“Respect the privacy in this sensitive time”: Palash Muchhal’s sister addresses the postponement of her brother’s wedding with Smriti Mandhana

Palak Muchhal, the sister of Palash, has addressed the postponement of her brother’s wedding with Indian women’s cricketer Smriti Mandhana. “Due to Smriti’s dad’s health, Smriti and Palash’s wedding has been put on hold.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 25

IND vs SA 2025: India vs South Africa Highlights & Review – 2nd Test, Day 4

Day 4 of the second Test in Guwahati belonged once again to South Africa, who have almost sealed their first series win in India in 25 years. Starting the day with a strong lead, the visitors batted brilliantly for nearly five hours, extending their lead beyond 500.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / November 25

Scotland ease to seven-wicket win over Namibia

Scotland ease to a seven-wicket victory over Namibia, reaching the 75-run target in only 8.4 overs, in their latest game at the Women's Emerging Nations Trophy in Bangkok.

Shreyas Iyer News / CricTracker / November 25

Shreyas Iyer begins training following spleen injury, marks major step in recovery

The Indian cricket team received a boost as star batter Shreyas Iyer has begun his training and rehabilitation following a serious injury. Iyer had suffered a spleen laceration during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney on October 25, after landing awkwardly while completing a catch.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / November 25

Somerset start T20 Blast defence against Hampshire

Somerset begin the defence of their Vitality Blast crown with a rematch of last season's final, hosting Hampshire Hawks in Taunton on Friday 22 May.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 25

WPL 2026: Veda Krishnamurthy explains why Deepti Sharma will be in high demand at mega-auction

Former Indian cricketer Veda Krishnamurthy feels Deepti Sharma will attract a lot of interest at the upcoming mega auction for the 2026 Women's Premier League.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 25

Ashes 2025-26: Former Australia pacer backs England’s decision to skip pink-ball practice match

Former Australian pacer Peter Siddle believes England would gain little from playing a day-night tour match against the Prime Minister’s XI in Canberra, as the surface at Manuka Oval is entirely different from the one they will encounter in Brisbane for the second Ashes Test.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / November 25

2nd Test: Stubbs' 94, Zorzi's 49 Help South Africa Set India Target Of 549 Runs

World Test Championship: India found moments of success through Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, but South Africa continued to command proceedings

Cricket News / Crictoday / November 25

IND vs SA: South Africa set India a massive target of 549 runs in Guwahati Test

South Africa declared their second innings at 260/5, giving India a target of 549 runs to win the second Test in Guwahati. After Tristan Stubbs was dismissed by Ravindra Jadeja, South Africa captain Temba Bavuma declared the innings, with Wiaan Mulder managing an unbeaten 35.

Cricket News / CricketGully / November 25

India’s Highest Successful Run Chases in Test Cricket: Top 5 List

India has always been a formidable team to face in Test cricket, especially in home conditions. For several years now, this side has shown that it can win games even in challenging overseas conditions.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 25

IND vs SA 2025: ‘Who have they beaten? Where they played? ’ - Ex-captain slams naysayers who questioned South Africa's road to WTC 2025 final

South Africa are right on top in the ongoing second and final Test match against India at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. If the Proteas can avoid a defeat, which seems all but certain, they will win a Test series on Indian soil after 25 years.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 25

Harleen will 'command good interest' in WPL auction: Anjum Chopra

Former India captain Anjum Chopra feels Harleen Deol will attract a lot of bidders at the upcoming mega auction for the 2026 Women's Premier League after being released by Gujarat Giants.

Cricket News / CricketGully / November 25

Ex-cricketer's wife blames ECB's ignorance for cricketer's unfortunate death

Former England batter Graham Thorpe’s wife, Amanda, has levelled a grave allegation against the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), stating that her husband “would still be alive” had the board offered meaningful support after removing him from the assistant-coach role.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 25

RCB before vs after retentions: Did they make the right calls or mistakes?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru enters the 2026 mini-auction after winning their maiden IPL title in 2025. With a strong core and a clear idea of what worked last season, the defending champions have taken a mature approach towards their retentions and releases this year.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / November 25

Scotland, Thailand Players Gain Big In Latest T20I Rankings

T20I Player Rankings: Big gains for a host of players from Scotland and Thailand have come courtesy of strong performances at the ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy, with leading performers in Thailand climbing the latest ICC Women’s T20I Player Rankings.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 25

Ashes 2025-26: Josh Hazlewood resumes practice in nets; Pat Cummins gears up with pink ball

Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins made a return to bowling ahead of the second Ashes Test, which is scheduled to commence on December 4. The duo did not feature in the series-opening clash, which the hosts won by eight wickets in Perth.

Laura Wolvaardt News / Cricfit / November 25

WPL 2026 Mega Auction: Deepti Sharma And Laura Wolvaardt Lead Star-Studded Line-Up

The upcoming mega auction of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) set for early 2026 in New Delhi is shaping up to be a major event — and some of the biggest names in women’s cricket are expected to attract significant bids.

Ravindra Jadeja News / Cricfit / November 25

- Ravindra Jadeja Cleans Up Aiden Markram For 29 With A Brilliant Delivery

After removing Ryan Rickelton, Ravindra Jadeja struck again by getting rid of the second opener, Aiden Markram, on Day 4 of the India–South Africa second Test in Guwahati on Tuesday, November 25.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / November 25

The Untold Love Story Behind the Birth of the Ashes: Ivo Bligh and Florence Morphy

The Ashes is cricket’s most storied rivalry, born from a mock obituary in 1882 mourning the ‘death’ of English cricket. But behind the famous urn lies a lesser-known tale of romance and destiny.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 25

IND vs SA 2025: 'No place for Ruturaj Gaikwad' - Former India batter tips Yashasvi Jaiswal to open with Rohit Sharma in ODIs

Former international cricketer Aakash Chopra believes that Yashasvi Jaiswal would open the batting with Rohit Sharma during the upcoming three-match ODI series between India and South Africa.