December 29th, 2025

2025: The Year in Pictures

Melbourne Ashes pitch rated ‘unsatisfactory’ by ICC

The pitch from the two-day Boxing Day Ashes Test in Melbourne is rated as “unsatisfactory” by the International Cricket Council.

Jobs can be saved in Sydney Ashes Test – McGrath

There are no dead rubbers in the Ashes and the difference between 4-1 or 3-2 could be significant for both England and Australia, writes Glenn McGrath.

Arsenal ‘actively looking’ at January signings

Arsenal will be “actively looking” at potential signings during the January transfer window, says manager Mikel Arteta.

Ronaldo will not retire until he scores 1,000 goals

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo says he will not end his playing career until he scores his 1,000th career goal.

Kyrgios defeats Sabalenka – but what did ‘Battle of the Sexes’ achieve?

Aryna Sabalenka loses to Nick Kyrgios in a Battle of the Sexes-style match that lacked the intensity and entertainment promised in the build-up.
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