Fred Spofforth's First Test Hat-Trick: 147 Years On
On January 2, 1879, Australian fast bowler Fred Spofforth took the first-ever Test cricket hat-trick at the MCG. Relive the historic match and the legend's incredible career.
On January 2, 1879, Australian fast bowler Fred Spofforth took the first-ever Test cricket hat-trick at the MCG. Relive the historic match and the legend's incredible career.
Australia's Usman Khawaja will retire after the Sydney Test. Pat Cummins, Shikhar Dhawan lead tributes. A look at his 15-year career and legacy. Read more.
Australian cricket star Usman Khawaja confirms he will retire from international cricket after the 2026 Ashes Test in Sydney. Get all the details on his career and final series.
Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja confirms retirement after final Ashes Test at SCG. A look back at his 16-year career with 6,206 runs and 16 centuries. Read more.
Australian spinner Todd Murphy anticipates a significant role for spin in the final Ashes Test at SCG. Get the latest insights and analysis on the crucial Sydney clash.
Australian opener Usman Khawaja will address the media in Sydney ahead of the fifth Ashes Test, with sources indicating he will announce his retirement from international cricket. Get the full story.
Australian opener Usman Khawaja will finally speak about his Test cricket future before the Sydney Test. Get the latest details on his decision and the Ashes series.
Fort Kochi witnessed a massive turnout for the Cochin Carnival 2024. Thousands celebrated at Parade & Veli Grounds with Pappanji burning, music, and enhanced facilities. Read more about the mega event.
Sydney's iconic New Year's Eve fireworks display paid a poignant tribute to victims of the Bondi Junction attack. The harbour city welcomed 2025 with resilience and remembrance. Read the full story.
England fast bowler Gus Atkinson's Ashes tour is over after a hamstring tear at MCG. The injury deals a major blow to England's pace attack. Read details on the setback and recovery.
Amol Vijay Dhumal, a 45-year-old Indian-origin electrician, was sentenced to five years in prison for raping a 75-year-old woman in her Sydney home during a solar panel installation. Read the shocking details of the case.
Joe Root becomes the 9th batter to score 22,000 international runs. England ends Australia's 16-Test unbeaten streak at home with a thrilling 4-wicket win in the Boxing Day Test. Read the full story.
Mumbai's iconic Azad Maidan, a cradle of cricket talent, is now plagued by safety and infrastructure issues, demanding immediate attention and reform to protect its legacy.
Melbourne Cricket Ground curator Matt Page in shock after two-day Ashes Test ends prematurely, causing a multi-million dollar revenue shortfall for Cricket Australia. Read the full story.
Michael Vaughan criticizes the two-day Ashes Test finish at MCG despite England's win. Read his take on the state of Test cricket and match details.
Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg calls Melbourne pitch 'bad for business' after Test fiasco. Kevin Pietersen & Dinesh Karthik question selective criticism. Full details inside.
Cricket Australia confirms Melbourne Cricket Ground will host its first men's day-night pink-ball Test in 2027 for the 150th Anniversary Ashes Test. CEO Todd Greenberg discusses future Boxing Day day-night possibilities.
Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg hints at a potential day-night Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. Details on the 150th Anniversary Test ballot and future plans for pink-ball cricket.
Australian veteran Usman Khawaja became the 19th Aussie to score 8,000+ international runs during the 4th Ashes Test at MCG. Read about his career stats and this historic feat.
The Melbourne Cricket Ground witnessed a historic day as 93,442 fans packed the stadium for the Ashes, breaking the previous cricket attendance record. Dive into the details of this monumental event.
Rajasthan U-19 team bowled out Uttar Pradesh for 178 on Day 2 of the Cooch Behar Trophy pre-quarterfinal. At stumps, Rajasthan were 50/2, trailing by 128 runs. Read the full match report.
Explore the history of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, its origins, and why it's a summer spectacle. Discover India's role and the global significance of December 26 in sports.
Dense fog and poor light forced a complete washout of the second day's play in the Vijay Merchant Trophy U-16 match between UP and Bengal in Bareilly. Get the latest updates on the weather-hit fixture.
Sydney holds funerals for victims of the Bondi Junction and Wakeley attacks. Communities unite in grief as police investigations continue. Read the full story.
Residents and veteran athletes in Bengaluru's Jeevanahalli oppose artificial turf installation at historic Sir Ground, fearing loss of free access and sporting heritage. Read more.
A mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah event left 2 dead and 16 injured. Two suspects arrested. Read the latest updates on this tragic incident.
Three Indian students were injured in a mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah event. The attack, Australia's worst in decades, killed 15. Read for details and government response.
A Pakistani-origin man in Sydney pleads for help after his photo was falsely used as the Bondi Beach shooter due to a name mix-up. The Pakistan Consulate condemns the act endangering an innocent life.
Complete pitch report for IND vs SA 1st ODI at JSCA Stadium Ranchi. Get expert analysis on how the surface will play and team strategies for the series opener on November 30.
A pregnant Indian-origin woman tragically died in a Sydney car crash. Police have launched an investigation into the incident that occurred on November 18, 2025.