Boxing Day Test: Australia's Iconic Cricket Tradition Explained
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.
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.
Australia takes on England in the 4th Ashes Test at MCG on Dec 26, 2025. Get match timings in IST, squads, and live streaming details for Indian viewers.
Michael Atherton supports dropping Ollie Pope for the 4th Ashes Test, citing his insecurity at No.3. He also discusses the impact of Jofra Archer's injury on England's bowling attack.
Steve Smith is on the verge of overtaking Virat Kohli in an elite batting record during the Boxing Day Test against England at the MCG. Read the full story.
Ahead of the Boxing Day Test, Steve Smith previews the MCG pitch, discusses Australia's strategy, and reflects on the team's performance in the Ashes series. Read more.
Australia's stand-in captain Steve Smith suggests the Boxing Day Test pitch may favour seamers, hinting at playing without a specialist spinner. Get the latest Ashes updates and analysis.
Steve Smith is set to lead Australia in the Boxing Day Test against England. Get the latest fitness update and team news ahead of the crucial Ashes clash.
Australia announce their 12-player squad for the Boxing Day Ashes Test. Steve Smith takes over captaincy from injured Pat Cummins. Full team news and analysis inside.
Steve Smith reveals Australia will wait to finalise their pace-heavy attack for the Boxing Day Test after inspecting the green MCG wicket. Get the latest Ashes selection news.
Australia opts for an all-pace bowling attack in the Boxing Day Test against England. Usman Khawaja retains his spot as the selectors confirm the playing XI. Full details inside.
England's Ashes woes deepen as Jofra Archer is ruled out of the series. Ollie Pope dropped, Jacob Bethell gets a call-up for the must-win Melbourne Test. Full details inside.
England make major changes for the 4th Ashes Test, dropping vice-captain Ollie Pope and losing Jofra Archer to injury. Read the full squad update and analysis.
Australia's Test captain Pat Cummins will miss the rest of the Ashes series to protect his fitness. Coach Andrew McDonald explains the decision as Mitchell Starc gears up for Boxing Day Test.
Australia announce squad for the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan. Captain Pat Cummins and spinner Nathan Lyon rested, Jhye Richardson returns. Full details inside.
Australia will be without captain Pat Cummins and spinner Nathan Lyon for the Boxing Day Test. Steve Smith returns to lead as Australia, with an unassailable 3-0 lead, manage workloads.
Australia forced into two changes for the Boxing Day Test as Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon are ruled out. Scott Boland and Todd Murphy called up as replacements. Full details inside.
Glenn McGrath analyses England's 18-Test winless run in Australia, attributing it to mentality, not skill. As Australia lead 3-0, can England avoid a 5-0 whitewash? Read more.
Australian legend Glenn McGrath analyses the key reasons behind England's 14-year Test drought in Australia. Discover the mental and tactical hurdles plaguing the English side.
Ben Stokes reaffirms his commitment to lead England's Test team after losing the Ashes series in Australia. Read about his resolve and the team's future challenges.
Australia clinched the Ashes series with an 82-run win in Adelaide, despite a valiant England fightback. Read the full match report and analysis here.
Australia clinched the Ashes series with a commanding win in the third Test at the MCG. Read the full match report and analysis of their dominant performance.
England, at 114/6, face a monumental task chasing 251 on Day 5 of the 3rd Ashes Test. A loss here puts them 2-0 down with two to play. Can they survive?
Travis Head's 170 powers Australia to 349, setting England a record 435 to win. Ben Duckett falls early as England chase history. Can Stokes's men keep Ashes alive?
Former captain Michael Vaughan urges England to retain core squad despite looming Ashes series defeat in Australia. He says 'bad experience is better than no experience'. Read his full analysis.
Controversial star Andrew Tate makes boxing debut vs Misfits champ Chase DeMoor on Dec 20, 2025 in Dubai. Get fight details, predictions & how to watch.
Goan boxer Prahlad Panda faces Vinod Vanteddu for the featherweight national title on Saturday. The fight could shape the future of professional boxing in Goa. Read his inspiring journey.
England captain Ben Stokes calls for more aggression and fight from his team to keep the Ashes series alive in the crucial third Test in Adelaide. Read his full plan here.
England captain Ben Stokes delivers a blunt assessment after the Gabba loss, stating Australia 'isn't a place for weak men.' Get the full match analysis and his team's Ashes outlook.
England coach Brendon McCullum identifies overpreparation as the key issue after two heavy Ashes defeats. The team plans a beach resort break before the must-win Adelaide Test starting Dec 17.
England captain Ben Stokes rues missed chances after Gabba defeat, admits team faltered under pressure. Yet, he insists belief remains for historic 3-2 Ashes comeback. Full story inside.