Team India 2025: A Year of Firsts: 10 Unforgettable Cricket Milestones of 2025

The year 2025 will forever be etched in the annals of cricket history as a truly remarkable period, delivering a plethora of unforgettable moments for fans across the globe. It was a year where the cricketing world witnessed an extraordinary. Series of events, many of which had been long-awaited and eagerly anticipated. These groundbreaking occurrences not only rewrote record books but also elevated the passion for the sport to unprecedented heights. This incredible year of cricket saw 10 major first-time achievements that captivated audiences and redefined the landscape of the game.

Indian Women's Team Creates History, Becomes World Champion

For Indian women's cricket, 2025 marked a monumental turning point. The Indian Women's Cricket Team etched their name in history by winning their inaugural ICC Women's ODI World Cup title, a moment of immense pride for the nation. On November 2, 2025, at the iconic DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, the Indian team defeated South Africa by a commanding margin of 52 runs to secure this historic victory. This triumph wasn't merely a result of the team's relentless hard work and dedication but also served as a powerful inspiration for women's cricket across the country, while the win motivated countless young girls to pursue cricket as a career, laying a strong foundation for the future of Indian women's cricket. It was a moment when the entire nation celebrated the extraordinary achievement of its female cricketers.

India Claims Champions Trophy for a Record Third Time

The Indian men's cricket team also achieved a significant milestone in 2025, while team India secured the Champions Trophy for the third time, becoming the first team in the tournament's history to achieve this feat. India had previously won the title in 2002 and 2013, and the 2025 victory further solidified their dominance in the Champions Trophy. This accomplishment underscores the consistency of Indian cricket and its prowess across various formats. The team's players delivered exceptional performances under pressure, once again proving their capability to emerge as champions in major tournaments. This victory added another glorious chapter to the illustrious history of Indian cricket.

South Africa Crowned First World Test Champion

Even in Test cricket, the sport's most traditional format, 2025 saw the emergence of a new champion, while at the historic Lord's ground, South Africa claimed their first-ever World Test Championship title. Chasing a challenging target of 282 runs, South African batsman Aiden Markram played a magnificent innings, scoring 136 runs to guide his team to victory. This was a monumental achievement for South Africa, a team that had long struggled to win ICC tournaments. This triumph validated their skill and determination in Test cricket, propelling them to the pinnacle of world Test cricket, while markram's innings will be remembered as one of the most iconic in Test cricket history.

RCB's Long Wait Ends, Crowned IPL Champions for the First Time

The long wait for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) fans in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL) also concluded in 2025. In the 18th season, RCB finally clinched their maiden IPL. Title, fulfilling the dreams of millions of their loyal supporters. In the IPL 2025 final, RCB defeated Punjab Kings by. A thrilling margin of 6 runs to secure this historic victory. This win was an emotional moment for the team, which finally tasted success after years of struggle and disappointment. The triumph highlighted the hard work and perseverance of RCB's. Players and management, earning them a new place in IPL history. The city of Bengaluru erupted in grand celebrations following this momentous win.

Mitchell Starc's Destructive Spell and West Indies' Collapse

In 2025, Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc delivered a devastating spell that left the cricketing world in awe. He took five wickets in just 15 balls against West Indies, setting a new record in Test cricket. The sheer ferocity of this spell can be gauged from the fact that 7 West Indies batsmen were dismissed for a duck in the innings, a first in Test history. Starc's bowling performance showcased his extraordinary talent and exposed the vulnerabilities of the West Indies batsmen. This spell has been recorded as one of the most memorable and one-sided bowling performances in cricket history.

Joe Root's World Test Championship Record

England's veteran batsman Joe Root also achieved a significant record in 2025. He completed 6000 runs in the World Test Championship, setting a new benchmark in the tournament's history. Root's achievement is a testament to his consistency, technical prowess, and dedication to Test cricket. He continued to solidify his position as one of the world's best Test batsmen, and this record added another milestone to his illustrious career. His batting has often rescued England from difficult situations and made crucial contributions to the team.

Three Super Overs in a T20 Match Thriller

A T20 match played between Nepal and Netherlands in Glasgow pushed the boundaries of excitement. The match was so closely contested that it featured three Super Overs, a first in the history of men's professional cricket, while both teams displayed exceptional resilience and skill, leading to the match being tied multiple times. Ultimately, Netherlands secured victory in the third Super Over, but the match will forever be remembered for its incredible nature. This event served as a prime example of the unpredictable and thrilling essence of T20 cricket. Indonesia's Gede Priyandana created a unique record in T20 International cricket in 2025. He became the first bowler to take five wickets in a single over. This is a feat that's extremely rare in any format of cricket, and even more extraordinary in the fast-paced T20 format. Priyandana's achievement highlights his precise bowling and his control over the batsmen. This performance earned him a special place in T20 International history and became a significant moment for Indonesian cricket.

First Player to Take 8 Wickets in a T20 International Match

Bhutan's Sonam Yeshey also set another incredible record in T20 International cricket in 2025. He became the first player to claim 8 wickets in a single match, while he took 8 wickets for just 7 runs against Myanmar, which stands as the best bowling performance in T20 International history. Yeshey's achievement shows his exceptional talent and his complete dominance over the Myanmar batsmen. This performance wasn't only a milestone for Bhutanese cricket but also astonished cricket fans worldwide. It demonstrates that even smaller cricketing nations can achieve great records. The year 2025 was truly a landmark year for cricket, creating numerous new records and fulfilling many long-held aspirations. These 10 unforgettable moments deepened the passion for the sport and set an exciting stage for the years to come, while cricket fans are now eagerly anticipating major tournaments in 2026, such as the T20 World Cup, Under 19 World Cup, IPL, and Women's Premier League, hoping that the sport will continue to deliver even more thrilling and memorable moments.