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December 12 cricket highlights [Source: @Vaibhavsooryava, @BLACKCAPS/X.com]
On December 12, Indian cricket was buzzing, especially with young players making waves in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Apart from that, Vaibhav Suryavanshi also took the U19 Asia Cup by storm.
As we wrap up the day, let’s revisit the top 5 cricket news that emerged on Friday, December 12.
14-year-old Vaibhav smashes record hundred in U19 Asia Cup
Vaibhav Suryavanshi produced a sensational knock, smashing 171 off just 95 balls in India's mammoth win over the UAE in the U19 Asia Cup 2025 opener. He came in pretty early, counterattacked fearlessly, blasting nine fours and 14 towering sixes and reached his hundred in just 58 balls.
His explosive innings formed the backbone of a massive 212-run stand with Aaron George, setting up India’s record total of 433/6. His knock helped India win by 234 runs.
New Zealand beat West Indies in the second Test
Jacob Duffy starred as New Zealand crushed West Indies by nine wickets in the second Test at Wellington. Duffy claimed a brilliant 5-fer in the second innings, dismantling the West Indies for just 128, after Michael Rae and Blair Tickner had earlier taken key wickets.
New Zealand set a small target of 56, chased it down comfortably with Devon Conway unbeaten on 28 and Kane Williamson contributing 16*. West Indies’ batters struggled in both innings, with Shai Hope top-scoring with 47 in the first innings, leaving New Zealand 1-0 up in the three-match series.
RCB to continue playing in Chinnaswamy
The Karnataka government has finally allowed the Chinnaswamy Stadium to host IPL and international games again, bringing huge relief to RCB and their fans. The venue had been banned after the tragic June 4 stampede during RCB’s IPL victory celebration, which killed 11 people.
Now, matches can resume only if the KCA strictly follows the safety measures recommended by the Justice John Michael Cunha Commission, including improved entry/exit points and better crowd management. Salil Arora slams a century ahead of IPL auction
Nitish Reddy picks a hat-trick in SMAT
In the SMAT 2025 Super League game, Nitish Reddy produced a sensational spell, claiming his maiden T20 hat-trick to rock Madhya Pradesh’s top order. Defending just 113, the Andhra all-rounder removed Harsh Gawali, Harpreet Singh and MP captain Rajat Patidar in successive deliveries, putting his team firmly in the contest.
Reddy also contributed 25 off 27 with the bat. However, his efforts went in vain as Rishabh Chouhan and Rahul Batham’s 73-run stand guided MP to a four-wicket win.
JioStar-ICC media deal to stay
The ICC and JioStar have officially confirmed that their $3 billion, four-year media rights deal remains fully intact, ending speculation about a possible exit. Reports had suggested JioStar might withdraw due to financial losses from previous ICC events, but both parties denied this.
The deal, covering 2024–27, includes live broadcast and streaming of major ICC tournaments in India. This also means that the T20 World Cup 2026 will be telecast on JioStar.
