Langer wants Labuschagne to stay for sake of youth
Former coach Justin Langer has made clear it is vital Marnus Labuschagne stays in Australia's Test side for the good of the team and next generation.
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‘When do we stop picking him?’: Aussies’ Test dilemma
Marnus Labuschagne is coming off a two-year period of averaging less than 28 in Tests, giving Australia's ageing top-order plenty of problems.
Afridi, Shamar Joseph headline list of BBL nominees
The first BBL draft nominees have been revealed, with Englishmen, Pakistanis and a crowd-favourite West Indies quick headlining the list.
New opener confirmed for Australia’s WTC final
Usman Khawaja will have a fifth opening partner in 18 months after Australia settled on the position for the World Test Championship final at Lord's.
Labuschagne faces another defining moment at Lord’s
Promoted to open for the first time, Marnus Labuschagne will be hoping a return to Lord's will snap him into form in the World Test Championship final.
‘Oh, man!’ – Proteas ruing crucial miss in WTC final
South Africa had Australia on the ropes on day one of the World Test Championship final, before a non-referral crucially swung the momentum at Lord's.
Up to Australia’s bowlers again in WTC title defence
South Africa will need to post the biggest total of the match to successfully chase down Australia's target in the World Test Championship final at Lord's.
Australia on the ropes in Test final after Markram ton
South Africa are eyeing off a famous upset of Australia in the World Test Championship final after Aiden Markram's century put them on the cusp of victory.
South Africa unite nation with historic cricket triumph
Australia's glorious run in world cricket finals is over, upset by an inspired South Africa in an enthralling Test Championship decider at Lord's.
‘Can we play tomorrow?’: Aussie star geared up for WTC
Steve Smith has ditched hitting hundreds of balls in the nets for strength work, declaring he is ready for the World Test Championship final.
Indian superstar’s key message for Aussie ace Green
The night before Cameron Green underwent invasive back surgery, a touching message from an Indian legend boosted the Australian's confidence.
No more ‘opening-itis’: Next man up for Aust at Lord’s
Usman Khawaja is almost certain to have a fifth opening partner since David Warner retired in January 2024 when Australia face South Africa in the WTC final.
Aussie star speaks on new ‘optional’ ahead of WTC final
Star batter Travis Head believes a tailored approach to training has helped Australia be in a position to win a second-straight World Test Championship.
Aussie star helps King Kohli win IPL title at long last
After 17 years, Indian legend Virat Kohli has finally lifted the IPL trophy with his beloved Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Matthews defiant but England complete T20 clean sweep
Renegades star Hayley Matthews provided magnificent all-round resistance but was unable to prevent England completing a 3-0 clean sweep against West Indies.
Starc makes big-money IPL call as tournament resumes
Mitchell Starc has decided against returning to the IPL after the tournament's postponement, potentially costing the superstar up to $750,000.
Australia have three options for Test opening spot
After just two Tests, Josh Inglis could open in the World Test Championship final after being thrown into the mix to partner Usman Khawaja.
Aussie players likely to return for IPL resumption
Most Australian cricketers will return for the Indian Premier League resumption, just a week after military conflict forced it to be postponed.
Australians dash to fly home with IPL suspended
The IPL has been suspended due to the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan, leaving Australian players plotting their paths home.
Aussie cricket stars mull next step amid IPL anxiety
Some shaken Australian players who have flown out of India amid the nation's conflict with Pakistan may not return to the IPL, even if it does resume shortly.
Cricket legend backs ex-spinner over ‘biggest mistake’
Ex-spinner Stuart MacGill has described his role in a cocaine deal as his "biggest mistake" before being spared jail time for a "colossal lapse in judgment".
Ex-Test star’s domestic violence jail term suspended
Former Australian cricket star Michael Slater will be released after more than 12 months in custody following his sentencing for assaulting and choking a woman.
Pucovski retires due to ‘frightening’ concussion issues
One-Test opener Will Pucovski has officially ended his cricket career because of repeated concussions that resulted in "horrendous" symptoms.
Aussie seamer O’Neill makes fine English county debut
Three Australian newcomers to the County Championship, headed by Fergus O'Neill, have made a big impression on the opening day of the season in England.
Whiz kid Konstas earns first Cricket Australia contract
After bursting onto the scene during the Boxing Day Test, teenager Sam Konstas has been promoted to Cricket Australia's contracted players list.
Brathwaite steps down as West Indies Test captain
Kraigg Brathwaite, who steered West Indies to their first Test victory in Australia for 27 years, is stepping down as Test captain ahead of the return series.
SA win Sheffield Shield for first time in 29 years
South Australia want more after claiming the Sheffield Shield for the first time in 29 years with a four-wicket win against Queensland in the final.
Labuschagne to reset after leanest run-scoring summer
After his leanest run-scoring summer, Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne will take a month off before heading to English country cricket to find peak form.
CA give Test stars clear gap before Ashes in schedule
Australia's Test stars are more likely to be able to play white-ball matches this summer, with a clear two-week gap before the Ashes begin in Perth.
Darwin set to get chance to push for Bangladesh Test
A four-day Australia A game likely to be played in Darwin in June is set to open the door for the Northern Territory to push for Test cricket again in 2026.
Cameron Green plots springboard back into Test team
Cameron Green hopes to use a stint in English country cricket as a springboard for a return to Australia's Test team.