‘Worse off’: BBL sales slammed by Cricket NSW
Cricket Australia's decision to open up the Big Bash League to privatisation could lead to the sport being "worse off", according to Cricket NSW.
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Why Australia believe Smith can thrive in South Africa
Australia's players are adamant crowd abuse won't faze them in South Africa as they return for the first Test series there since "sandpaper-gate" in 2018.
‘Pretty easy’: inside CA’s plan to defend Test summer
With private money set to roll into the Big Bash League, Cricket Australia plans to safeguard the Test schedule against new owners.
‘Confident’ selectors back Labuschagne for South Africa
Marnus Labuschagne has been retained in Australia's Test squad for the three-Test series in South Africa despite a string of middling returns with the bat.
Melbourne Stars snap up Test spinner for BBL campaign
The Melbourne Stars have secured a Test spin bowler for the upcoming BBL summer, while Cricket NSW have bolstered their coaching ranks.
‘Wasn’t space’ for out-of-sorts batter in ODI squad
Marnus Labuschagne's hopes of featuring in Australia's one-day World Cup defence in 2027 have dipped after he was dropped for this month's tour of South Africa.
Aussies ready to handle hostile crowds in South Africa
Hostile crowds likely await Australia on their first Test tour of South Africa since 2018, but Josh Hazlewood says there is a reason why it won't worry players.
Aussie stars sign for Women’s Caribbean Premier League
The Women's Caribbean Premier League will feature four Australians, among a host of international stars, in this year's edition.
Overseas players no longer mandatory in new BBL rosters
Big Bash League clubs will soon be able to start signing players for the 2026-27 season, but there will no longer be a requirement to pick up overseas talent.
Australia keep South Africa options open on Lyon king
Spinner Nathan Lyon is a man for all seasons, but whether he plays every red-ball Test in the future will be a match-by-match evaluation of conditions.
‘Sitting ducks’: Cummins admits batters were sub-par
Marnus Labuschagne's struggles with the bat have been well documented, but Australia's inability to score big runs against Bangladesh hint at a wider issue.
Cummins reveals ODI plan ahead of Tests in South Africa
Australia captain Pat Cummins has stressed the importance of the upcoming three-Test tour of South Africa and will use white-ball cricket to get ready to fire.
Starc leads Australia to crushing Test victory
Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins have ripped the heart out of the Bangladesh batting order as Australia hit back to draw the series with a big Test win in Mackay.
Labuschagne form poses Test questions as Green shines
Marnus Labuschagne's form has left his spot for the Test tour of South Africa in doubt as allrounder Cameron Green takes big strides forward.
Aussie quick reveals secrets to all-time Test record
Mitchell Starc has taken a wicket with the first ball of a Test match a record four times and the philosophy behind his approach has not changed in 15 years.
Bangladesh bite back after Starc sizzles for Australia
Two left-arm paceman - Mitchell Starc and Shoriful Islam - starred for Australia and Bangladesh as 18 wickets tumbled on the first day of the second Test.
Buoyant Bangladesh ready to back up historic Test win
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto will consider making a change to his bowling attack ahead of the second Test against Australia.
Australia make just one change after Darwin debacle
Opener Matt Renshaw is the only change to the Australia XI to take on Bangladesh in the second Test in Mackay, with the pitch expected to assist the quicks.
‘Hard to sit out’: Green up for intense schedule
Cameron Green says Australia's hectic Test schedule ahead of next year's World Cup excites him as he draws on his 2023 experience to get through it.
Ton of reasons why ‘Camball’ passed ultimate Test
Cameron Green has opened up on how he found the key to unlocking his best as a batter in Test cricket after his century in Darwin solidified his No.5 position.
‘Stands out’: Carey hits 50 Tests after turning point
Alex Carey is a must-pick in the Australia side as a gloveman but his batting alone justifies his place in the team after taking on every challenge with gusto.
‘In a really good place’: Renshaw ready for Test return
Alex Carey says recalled batter Matt Renshaw has the game to succeed in all conditions and has discussed the axing of Jake Weatherald ahead of the second Test.
Opener axed for second Test as Renshaw gets recall
Queensland left-hander Matt Renshaw has been drafted into the Australian squad after the first Test debacle claimed the scalp of Jake Weatherald.
‘Savage’ coverage not enough to stop Warner conviction
Cricket great David Warner's status as a convicted drink driver could have profound consequences on his commercial earnings overseas, a court has been told.
Poor Test batting not the only issue facing Australia
Australia were outplayed by Bangladesh in Darwin with the bat, ball and in the field but coach Andrew McDonald says it is not time for an emotional response.
‘Needs big runs’: Australia mull change after Test loss
Australia coach Andrew McDonald has left the door ajar for squad changes and addressed the lack of runs by Marnus Labuschagne and Jake Weatherald.
‘Not quite functioning’: Australia batters face axe
Australia captain Pat Cummins says the top order's lack of runs has become 'a bit of a trend' in the wake of a stunning Test loss to Bangladesh
Australia thumped in shock defeat despite Green ton
Bangladesh have secured a historic nine-wicket Test win over Australia in Darwin as the hosts crumbled with the bat again, apart from a Cameron Green century.
Green, Carey keys to Aussies passing Bangladesh Test
Australian allrounder Cameron Green prospered from a slice of luck to remain key to a rearguard fightback as Bangladesh stayed in charge of the first Test.
Marsh’s dazzling Hundred summer ends in anti-climax
Australia T20 captain Mitch Marsh failed to deliver another of his striking masterclasses as Sunrisers Leeds fell in the eliminator in the men's Hundred.
Australia stunned as Bangladesh batters take charge
Bangladesh are in prime position to push for a shock win over Australia after Tanzid Hasan's maiden Test century put the visitors in control of the first Test.