When browsing the May 2025 cricket news archive, a collection of the month’s most talked‑about sports stories, you’ll find a mix of match results, player milestones, and off‑field incidents. The archive also covers IPL 2025, the Indian Premier League season that sparked record chases and controversy, the ongoing saga in Bangladesh cricket, from retirement announcements to life‑threatening health events, and even the rare heart attack, incidents that shocked fans during domestic matches.
The month was dominated by IPL 2025 drama. Chennai Super Kings broke Mumbai Indians’ opening‑match curse, while Sunrisers Hyderabad unleashed a 286‑run onslaught against Rajasthan Royals. At the same time, ball‑tampering allegations ripped through CSK’s victory, sparking heated debates about on‑field ethics. Across the border, Bangladesh cricket saw Tamim Iqbal retire twice, announce his final farewell, and suffer a heart attack during a Dhaka Premier League game – events that put player health front‑and‑center.
Other headlines included Spain’s women’s team clinching a dramatic comeback in the UEFA Nations League, and the Netherlands recalling Memphis Depay for a crucial Nations League tie. Still, cricket remained the glue that held the archive together, with stories on rankings, record‑breaking centuries, and BPL confrontations between Tamim Iqbal and Alex Hales.
What you’ll discover below is a curated list of articles that break down each incident, explain the stakes, and show how these moments shape the broader sports landscape. Whether you’re looking for a quick match recap, a deep dive into a health crisis, or the latest on ball‑tampering rules, the May 2025 archive has you covered. Dive in and explore the full spectrum of this month’s sports coverage.
