Ranking 5 biggest cricket upsets of 2025 feet CSK


As 2025 draws to a close, the cricket calendar was filled with high-profile events, featuring several teams lifting trophies and asserting their dominance. The year also produced some of the biggest upsets in recent memory, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

Under the direction of Rohit SharmaIndia won the Champions Trophy 2025. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ended their long wait for glory by winning their first IPL title, defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 2025 final. Meanwhile, the Indian women’s team made history by winning their first ever ICC title, winning the 2025 ODI World Cup.

The year was also marked by contrasting highs and lows. West Indies suffered an all-time low when they were bowled out for just 27, the second lowest innings total in Test cricket history, against Australia. On the other hand, South Africa achieved a historic victory by defeating Australia to win the 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) final.

Filled with historic achievements, spectacular results and shocking results, 2025 has proven to be a remarkable year for cricket. On that note, here’s a look at the five biggest cricket upsets of the year.

#5 Namibia beat South Africa in their first ever encounter in a one-off T20I

Namibia and South Africa faced each other for the first time in a one-off T20I on October 11 at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. After opting to bat first, the Proteas struggled to gain momentum, finishing at 134/8 in 20 overs, with Jason Smith top scorer with 31 from 30 balls. Ruben Trumpelmann starred for the hosts, taking three wickets.

The chase turned into a thrilling contest as Namibia claimed a historic victory. The match went down to the final ball and Zane Green scored the winning four to seal Namibia’s first ever victory against South Africa, marking a memorable moment in the country’s cricket history.

Afghanistan No.4 surprises England in 2025 Champions Trophy

England had a disappointing 2025 Champions Trophy, failing to qualify for the semi-finals after losing all of their group stage matches, including a defeat against Afghanistan.

The match, played on February 26 in Lahore, saw Afghanistan post a total of 325/7 after electing to bat. Ibrahim Zadran starred with a brilliant innings of 177 off 146 balls, including 12 fours and six sixes.

In response, the veteran hitter Joe Racine led England’s chase for a century, scoring 120 from 111 balls, including 11 fours and a six. However, Afghanistan held their nerve to claim a thrilling eight-point victory, knocking England out of the tournament. Azmatullah Omarzai was the best performer with figures of 5/58 in 9.5 overs.

The difficulties of the number 3 of the CSK at home earned him his very first result at the bottom of his history

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is one of the most successful IPL franchises alongside Mumbai Indians (MI), with both teams having won five titles each.

However, 2025 turned out to be a major setback for CSK, who lost five of their six home matches at the M. Chidambaram Stadium, a traditionally spinner-friendly venue, despite the presence of experienced spin bowlers like Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin and Noor Ahmad.

MS Dhoni took over as captain after the fifth match, with regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad sidelined due to injury, but the team’s fortunes did not improve. Their poor performance at home was a major factor in CSK finishing bottom of the points table for the first time in the competition’s history.

No.2 Australian Women concede record run to exit 2025 ODI World Cup

The Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 was co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. As usual, then defending champions Australia were in excellent form, topping the points table with 13 points from seven matches, winning six matches with one ending in a draw.

In the semi-final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, Australia faced India. Buoyed by Phoebe Litchfield’s brilliant 119 off 93 balls, the Australians posted a mammoth total of 338.

In pursuit of their target, the Women in Blue made history. Rodrogue played a phenomenal innings, scoring an unbeaten 127 from 134 balls, including 14 fours, as India completed the most successful chase in women’s ODI history, winning by five wickets and eliminating the seven-time tournament champions.

India finally won the 2025 World Cup under Harmanpreet Kaurbeating South Africa in the final.

No.1 South Africa whitewash India 2-0 on away tour in two-match Test series

South Africa toured India for a two-match Test series in November. Their previous tour in 2019 ended in a 3-0 whitewash in favor of India.

However, in 2025, South Africa performed exceptionally well, sweeping India 2-0 under the leadership of Temba Bavuma. They won the first Test in Calcutta by 30 runs, and followed it with a commanding 408-run victory in the second Test in Guwahati. It was their first Test series victory in India since 2000 and was arguably one of the biggest cricketing upsets of the year.