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.

The IPL 2025 mega auction began in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, featuring 574 players, including 366 Indians and 208 overseas cricketers. Rajasthan Royals (RR) secured Jofra Archer for ₹12.50 crore, while Ravichandran Ashwin rejoined Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Big Indian names like Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, and Shreyas Iyer are among the most anticipated picks. Overseas stars such as Jos Buttler and Liam Livingstone are also drawing high bids. The youngest player is 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, while England’s James Anderson, at 42, is the oldest. The two-day auction promises significant reshuffles ahead of IPL's 18th season.

Virat Kohli showcased his batting brilliance with a stellar 30th Test century during India’s innings against Australia in Perth. Kohli reached the milestone off 143 balls, helping India set a massive 534-run target in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. His celebration became a highlight as he blew a flying kiss to his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, who cheered from the stands. Kohli also set a record for the most Test hundreds by an Indian in Australia. India declared at 487/6, while Australia's fragile reply left them at 12/3, needing 522 runs to win with seven wickets remaining.

Day 1 of the IPL 2025 Mega Auction saw Rishabh Pant become the most expensive player in IPL history, as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured him for ₹27 crore after an intense bidding war. Punjab Kings (PBKS) roped in Shreyas Iyer for ₹26.75 crore, making him the second-highest. PBKS also retained Arshdeep Singh via their Right to Match (RTM) card at ₹18 crore. Gujarat Titans (GT) acquired Jos Buttler for ₹15.75 crore, while Kagiso Rabada joined GT for ₹10.75 crore. Mitchell Starc was bought by Delhi Capitals (DC) for ₹11.75 crore.