Who Won the Match Yesterday? Key Results from December 20, 2025

Major Sporting Events from Yesterday

Sports fans around the world witnessed thrilling matches yesterday, December 20, 2025, with significant action across multiple disciplines. From American college football’s high-stakes playoff games to international cricket and football matches, the day delivered drama and unexpected outcomes that have reshaped championship races.

College Football Playoff Delivers Upsets

No. 10 Miami (Florida) defeated No. 7 Texas A&M 3-10 in a defensive battle that made College Football Playoff history. Miami secured victory behind a game-winning interception by defensive back Bryce Fitzgerald with 24 seconds left. The contest featured the first scoreless half in CFP history, with the game tied 3-3 with less than 10 minutes remaining.

In another first-round matchup, No. 6 Ole Miss dominated No. 11 Tulane 41-10, whilst No. 5 Oregon defeated No. 12 James Madison 51-34 in a high-scoring affair. These results followed Friday’s opening game where No. 9 Alabama came back to defeat No. 8 Oklahoma 34-24.

Cricket Action and International Football

In cricket, Sydney Sixers won by 47 runs in recent Big Bash League action. Meanwhile, India crushed South Africa by 30 runs in the fifth T20I in Ahmedabad, with Hardik Pandya’s lightning-fast fifty, Tilak Varma’s composed 73, and Varun Chakaravarthy’s four-wicket haul sealing a 3-1 series victory.

European football also saw action on December 20, with numerous matches across various leagues including the Bundesliga, where Valencia drew 1-1 with Mallorca and Borussia Dortmund defeated Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-0.

Significance for Sports Fans

Yesterday’s results have significant implications for upcoming competitions. Miami’s victory advances them to the Cotton Bowl where they will face No. 2 Ohio State on December 31. The College Football Playoff continues to deliver unexpected outcomes, reinforcing the excitement of the expanded 12-team format. For cricket fans, India’s series victory demonstrates their dominance in the T20 format as they prepare for future international competitions. These results highlight why December remains one of the most action-packed months in the sporting calendar.