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.
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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.
‘No excuses’: Groundhog Day for Australia’s top order
Steve Smith insists there are ways to thwart good bowling in tough conditions and has encouraged the underperforming Australian top order to work it out.
‘Sorry for the pain’: Gardner opens up on affair
Australia vice-captain Ash Gardner has broken her silence on her affair with teammate Georgia Voll and thanked Cricket Australia's support of her leadership.
Bangladesh on top as Australia’s batters fail again
Bangladesh have dominated with ball and bat as six-wicket hero Hasan Mahmud helped roll Australia for 198 before the visitors reached 1-96 at stumps on day one.
Batting ‘marvel’ set to add final Test piece to puzzle
Steve Smith has been backed to score his 38th Test century and his first against Bangladesh in the upcoming series to complete a rare feat.
Heat on Green as Australia name first Test side
Australia want Cameron Green to back himself at No.5 as Scott Boland and Josh Inglis deal with missing selection for the first Test against Bangladesh.
Ex-BBL cricketer jailed for abusing teenage fan
A former professional cricketer who has been jailed twice for child sexual offences used his prominence as a sportsperson to gain access to young people.
Australia embrace ‘unknowns’ on Darwin’s split-pitch
Darwin will host its first Test in 22 years and Australia allrounder Beau Webster says the players will soon work out how to adapt to the rare split-pitch.
Test runs the key: why Webster is not Green with envy
Beau Webster is not trying to compete with fellow allrounder Cameron Green for a regular Test spot because he regards himself as a top batter in his own right.
‘Lots of options’: Carey coy on changed batting order
Wicketkeeper Alex Carey has been Australia's saviour with the bat and while he's not certain were in the order he will come in, he does know why he's firing.
‘Put on a show’: Darwin-born Weatherald faces big Test
Jake Weatherald has made the most of a county cricket stint to find form and belief in his methods as he readies to play Test cricket in the city of his birth.
Bring it on: opening front of mind for adaptable Head
Travis Head will play in Australia, South Africa, India and England in the next 12 months and has revealed why he can succeed as an opener everywhere.
Unheralded quick takes eight-for to rout Bangladesh
Bangladesh have collapsed to be all out for 54 as Cricket Australia XI paceman Campbell Thompson took 8-25 to secure a huge win for the hosts in Darwin.
Star Head backs teammate to thrive in Top End Tests
Star Australia batter Travis Head has given an insight into how opening partner Jake Weatherald is shaping up ahead of the Tests against Bangladesh.
Aussie star creates history with Allan Border Medal
Three-format star Travis Head has become the sixth multiple winner of the Allan Border Medal, pipping great mate Alex Carey for Australian cricket's top award.