India’s ODI series against New Zealand gets off to a dramatic start. With pressure on Shubman Gill and history in the making for Virat Kohli, the first ODI delivers key moments, calm leadership, and a statement performance.

Usman Khawaja’s career was never just about runs.

From debuting in Sydney to saying goodbye in Sydney, this episode traces a journey that was rarely straightforward — marked by patience, persistence, and a quiet refusal to disappear.

In this special episode of Yorker, I look back at Khawaja’s path through Australian cricket:
the early uncertainty, the constant reshuffling, the moments when it felt like his place was never fully secure — and the resilience that kept bringing him back.

But this story goes beyond the scorecard.

Khawaja became more than a reliable top-order batter. He became a voice — speaking openly about identity, belonging, and the different standards he faced as the first Muslim to represent Australia. From confronting racial stereotyping to challenging narratives that followed him for years, he reshaped what representation in Australian cricket could look like.

This is a reflection on a career that didn’t always move in straight lines — but left a lasting imprint on the game.

From Sydney to Sydney.
A legacy beyond the boundary.

Day 5 brings the Ashes series to its conclusion. A final Test that still carried tension, standout performances that shaped the series, and a result that confirms where control truly lay. A reflective look at how this Ashes unfolded, what it revealed about both sides, and what comes next — including a farewell that marks the end of an era.

Day 4 of the fifth and final Ashes Test saw momentum shift yet again. After Australia extended their lead through Steve Smith and Webster, England responded with an unexpected fightback led by a brilliant Jacob Bethell. With England eight down and holding a narrow lead, Australia still have a chance to force a result if early wickets fall on the final day. Analysis of a tense Day 4 and what Day 5 could bring.

Days 2 and 3 of the fifth and final Ashes Test saw England post a competitive total before Australia reasserted control through a commanding batting display. Joe Root led England’s resistance, while Travis Head and Steve Smith dictated terms for Australia, pushing them into a strong position. With limited time remaining and a full second innings still to come, the match is increasingly shaped by tempo and time rather than momentum.

Day 1 of the fifth Ashes Test saw England show signs of late adaptation in Australian conditions. After choosing to bat, England avoided collapse and closed the day with a stable platform, led by Joe Root and Harry Brook. Australia maintained discipline with the ball, keeping pressure tight throughout the day. With the series already decided, this Test still carries meaning — for progress, pride, and perspective.

2025 was a year that quietly reshaped international cricket.
Trophies changed hands, leadership roles shifted, and familiar names began guiding the next generation.
This episode looks at the moments that defined the year — and the transitions that mattered more than the results.
A breakdown of what cricket in 2025 revealed about where the game is heading next.

Test 4 exploded into life from the very first session. On a pitch tailor-made for fast bowlers, both Australia and England collapsed under relentless pressure. Brief resistance was rare, runs were priceless, and the match raced ahead at breakneck speed. A breakdown of a brutal Day 1 that could reshape the final stretch of the Ashes.