England’s sweep exposed Pakistan’s wider crisis

Sep 7 - Sep 13across 5 daysImpact

India retain Asia Cup amid tensions

The Women’s Asia Cup moved from close semifinal escapes to an India-Sri Lanka final, where India won its eighth title. India’s decision to skip the trophy ceremony turned the sporting result into a public diplomatic dispute.

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Sep 9 - Sep 12across 4 daysImpact

England complete Pakistan sweep

England controlled most of the third Test, survived Pakistan’s late counterattack, and completed a 3-0 series victory. The result underlined Pakistan’s batting failures while showing England could recover from pressure.

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Sep 7 - Sep 13across 5 daysImpact

Pakistan crisis spreads beyond results

Pakistan faced a formal conduct inquiry, a security incident involving its Under-19 team, cybercrime questioning and uncertainty over its Test coaching structure. Salman Agha’s unbeaten 300 also intensified pressure on the selectors after his exclusion.

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Sep 8 - Sep 13across 5 daysImpact

South Africa complete Namibia sweep

South Africa moved from a 2-0 lead to a 3-0 ODI sweep, combining strong bowling with dominant chases and centuries from its batters. The series exposed a substantial gap between the teams.

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Sep 8 - Sep 11across 4 daysImpact

County races produce decisive swings

Warwickshire strengthened its title bid and Somerset moved firmly toward the Division One title, while Durham secured promotion as champions. Northamptonshire rose to second, Kent fell back, and Yorkshire improved its survival position after a heavy win over Essex.

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Sep 7 - Sep 13across 4 daysImpact

England reshape their coaching pathway

England added Kevin Pietersen to its white-ball setup while considering further changes around the Lions and senior coaching roles. The summer ended with improved resilience but no settled Test identity.

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Sep 7 - Sep 9across 3 daysImpact

BBL faces control and availability tensions

The Big Bash’s push for private investment met resistance over who should control the league, while debate continued over overseas-player value. New Zealand’s Mitchell Santner also chose Test cricket over a BBL opportunity, reinforcing the league’s availability challenge.

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Sep 12 - Sep 13across 2 daysImpact

CPL power shifts sharply

Guyana’s strong run coincided with Trinbago’s collapse from an unbeaten start to last place. Barbados then secured a playoff position, reshaping the competition’s hierarchy late in the campaign.

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Week’s Recap

Stories that evolved over the week.