Three Memories of Cricket in 2025
Nottinghamshire secured the 2025 County Championship under the leadership of coach Peter Moores and captain Haseeb Hameed. Moores made history as the first coach to win the title with three different counties, having previously won with Sussex in 2003 and Lancashire in 2011. At 28, Hameed captained Nottinghamshire, contributing significantly to their title success after having been tried twice by England. Moores’ coaching journey spans different English first-class environments, showcasing his redemption and adaptability.
In international cricket, Mohammed Siraj delivered a sensational performance in the south London Test, bowling the most overs and taking the most wickets to help India draw the five-Test series 2-2. Post-match, Siraj spoke about his humble origins as the son of a rickshaw driver from Hyderabad, connecting with fans through his emotion and clarity.
South Africa's Temba Bavuma made a crucial one-handed catch at Eden Gardens, aiding South Africa to a 2-0 series win in India and reinforcing his status as one of the leading cricketers of the year. Bavuma is tipped to be the 2026 Wisden Leading Men’s Cricketer in the World.
