In an intense and tightly contested match, Texas Super Kings emerged victorious over MI New York in the second match of the Major League Cricket 2025. After setting a challenging target of 186, TSK's bowlers held their nerve and delivered in the final over to secure a memorable win. Despite Monank Patel's half-century and a strong partnership with Michael Bracewell, MINY fell short by just three runs, with Adam Milne's three wickets and Daryl Mitchell's crucial involvement in two run-outs making all the difference.
Despite facing criticism about his knee, UFC fighter Kamaru Usman showed that he is still at the top of his game in a commanding win over Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta. Usman made a statement to the rest of the welterweight division, reminding them that he has always been and will continue to be the "boogeyman". He also discussed the challenges of facing a talented and hungry opponent like Buckley and his satisfaction with finally getting a victory after a long break.
In a highly anticipated main event of UFC Fight Night, Kamaru Usman proved his dominance in the welterweight division by defeating Joaquin Buckley in a unanimous decision win. Despite his opponent's dangerous striking abilities, Usman's wrestling base was clearly superior and allowed him to score takedowns and control the fight on the ground. With this win, Usman is now back in contention for the welterweight championship title, showing that he is still one of the best in the world.
In the highly anticipated opener of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, MLS side Inter Miami faced off against Egyptian giants Al Ahly at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Despite a stellar performance from eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi, the match ended in a goalless draw. Miami's goalkeeper Oscar Ustari saved the day for his team, denying Trezeguet's penalty kick in the first half. Ultimately, both teams put up a strong fight but were unable to break the deadlock.
After a long wait of 27 years, the South African Cricket Team finally won an ICC title by beating Australia in the final of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25. With a brilliant performance with both bat and ball, the Proteas outclassed their opponents by five wickets. Aiden Markram's century and outstanding bowling by Kagiso Rabada and Pat Cummins were the highlights of the match. Fans on X (formerly Twitter) flooded the platform with joyful reactions as they celebrated South Africa's historic victory.
Aiden Markram, the South African cricket star, led his team to a stunning five-wicket victory in the World Test Championship (WTC) final on Day 4, just a few years after their devastating T20 World Cup final loss to India in 2024. Markram, who felt "hopeless" after getting out in that T20 game, was determined to make amends and stayed at the crease for an impressive 207-ball 136 in the final essay. This win not only marked South Africa's first senior men's title since 1998 but also served as a redemption for Markram and his team after a series of near-misses.
Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood produces a stunning delivery to dismiss South African batter Tristan Stubbs during the ICC World Test Championship grand finale at Lord's. After an initial struggle with control and rhythm, Hazlewoods sends an absolute jaffa that seams into the right-hander and shatters the middle and off-stump of Stubbs, leaving him perplexed. The ICC praised the delivery as "poetry in motion," showcasing the perfection of fast bowling. Hazlewood's dominance continues as he guides Australia to a strong position with 4 wickets for 43 runs at stumps.
In a tightly contested NBA Finals game, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put on a dominating performance, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a comeback victory over the Indiana Pacers. Trailing by 10 points in the final quarter, Gilgeous-Alexander's leadership and spectacular play helped his team level the series at 2-2. The game was filled with tensions and physical play, as both teams battled for control. With this win, the Thunder have a chance to take the lead in the series as they head back home.
Mitchell Starc, one of the best bowlers of all time, made headlines in the WTC 2025 final by scoring an unbeaten 58 runs for Australia at No. 9. He became the first No. 9 batter in the world to score a half-century in a knockout match of an ICC event, breaking records of South Africa's Rory Kleinveldt and West Indies' Courtney Browne. Starc's valuable contribution helped Australia post a challenging total of 207 runs in the second innings.
Finn Allen's explosive innings, which included a 51-ball 151 and 19 sixes, set multiple records and propelled the Unicorns to a massive 123-run win. Despite early promise from Washington Freedom, the game turned decisively in favor of the Unicorns as Hassan Khan and Haris Rauf took wickets in quick succession. San Francisco Unicorns now have a dominant start to their campaign in the MLC.