Digest of the Hottest News of the Last Week 14.07.2025-20.07.2025
With India losing the third Test against England, the series now stands at 2-1 as both teams prepare to head to Manchester for the next game. On the brighter side, the India Women’s team has made a strong start to the ODI series after winning the T20 series earlier. The past week was full of action and gave fans plenty to cheer about. From match results to individual brilliance, several memorable moments grabbed the spotlight. As we wrap up the week, here’s a look at the top 5 cricket news stories that stood out and gave fans plenty to talk about. Let’s quickly rewind the week that was.
Quinton De Kock’s Blitz Helps MI New York Clinch MLC 2025 Title
Quinton de Kock’s 77 off 46 powered MI New York to 180 for 7 in the MLC 2025 Final. In response, Rachin Ravindra’s 70 kept Washington Freedom in the chase, but they fell short at 175 for 5. Trent Boult and Rushil Ugarkar picked up two wickets each as New York sealed a thrilling 5-run victory.
Mitchell Starc’s Sensational Spell Bundles West Indies for 27 All Out
Australia defeated West Indies by 176 runs in the third Test at Kingston, sealing a 3-0 series win. Mitchell Starc starred with match figures of 7 for 41, including a historic 6 for 9 in the second innings, where West Indies were bowled out for just 27. Scott Boland also claimed a hat-trick in the innings.
Are Mitchell Starc’s Pink Ball Spells the Scariest in Tests?
With his 100th Test coming to an end, Mitchell Starc has accomplished the historic feat of 400 wickets in the same game, reaching a new level in International cricket. Although he has dominated with the red ball, his dominance grows even more when he is handed the Pink Ball.
Bangladesh Clinch Series with Dominant Chase in Colombo
Bangladesh sealed a convincing 8-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the third T20I, chasing 133 in just 16.3 overs. Tanzid Hasan smashed an unbeaten 73 off 47 balls, while Mahedi Hasan starred with the ball, taking 4 for 11. Despite Pathum Nissanka’s 46, Sri Lanka managed only 132 for 7. Bangladesh claimed the series 2-1.
Is West Indies’ 27 All Out a Reflection of Board Mismanagement
The West Indies cricket team has been going through turmoil, which was also seen when they got all out at 27 against Australia in Home Tests. This now puts some serious questions on the Board management and how it led to the turn of events for the team.
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