Lyon ‘absolutely filthy’ with axing for Gabba Test
Nathan Lyon was unhappy about being dropped for the first time in a home Test since 2012, as George Bailey revealed why Pat Cummins was a late scratching.
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Richardson takes next step towards Test comeback
Jhye Richardson has been included in the Australia A squad to face the England Lions at Allan Border Field.
Australia keep mind games alive before XI unveiled
The Pat Cummins mystery was finally put to bed before the surprise swap of Nathan Lyon and Michael Neser kept Australia's team under wraps until the Gabba toss.
Starc, Root star on seesawing first day of Gabba Test
The second Ashes Test has begun with Mitchell Starc and Joe Root standing up for their respective sides.
In face of Bazball, Smith opens up on the Aussie way
Steve Smith has offered an insight into Australia's plan to counter the English "Bazball' tactics in the second Ashes Test at the Gabba.
Sixers continue late-season WBBL surge with big win
The last time the Sydney Sixers played the Melbourne Stars, Meg Lanning destroyed them. It was a much different story on Wednesday as the Sixers won again.
Jacks gives England tactical shift for Gabba: Stokes
England captain Ben Stokes insists the all-round talents of Will Jacks will suit the Gabba as he rejects suggestions his bowlers are already fatigued.
England cricket great Robin Smith dies in Perth aged 62
Former England captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton have led the tributes to cricket great Robin Smith, who has died in Perth.
Smith comes up with bright idea to fix glaring problem
Steve Smith is planning to use black eye strips to combat the bright lights of the Gabba when the day-night Ashes Test begins.
England have Gabba hope amidst historical horror
England's last three Ashes series triumphs in Australia followed iconic displays at the Gabba but overall their Test record in Brisbane is poor.
‘Looks pretty good’: Cummins eyeing Gabba Test return
Test captain Pat Cummins is a chance of returning to the Australian Test team when the Ashes series continues at the Gabba.
Boland back to bowling best for Gabba after ‘off day’
Scott Boland was unhappy with his first-innings display in Perth but bounced back in the second and is now set to inflict more grief on England at the Gabba.
Devine masterclass inspires Scorchers to down Renegades
Perth captain Sophie Devine has smashed 40 and grabbed four wickets in the Scorchers' comfortable 30-run WBBL win against the Melbourne Renegades.
Khawaja out of second Ashes Test and into the unknown
Beleaguered opener Usman Khawaja is out of the second Ashes Test due to the back injury that afflicted him in Perth.
‘Put a helmet on next time’: Poms learn scooter lesson
England's players will be more safety conscious on any future e-scooter rides after a handful were photographed without helmets in Brisbane.
‘Annoyed’ Pope vows to learn lessons for Gabba riposte
England batter Ollie Pope has his sights on rectifying a flaw that has emerged in his limited Tests against Australia as he chases a big score at the Gabba.
Sorry, Joe: CA confirms Ashes day-nighter here to stay
Cricket Australia is planning for future home Ashes series to feature day-night Tests, despite questions from Joe Root as to its place on the calendar.
Unwanted history looms for Archer against Smith
The battle between Jofra Archer and Steve Smith continues at the Gabba, but England's paceman has 0-96 from the 189 balls he has bowled at the Australian.
England have ‘massive confidence’ for Gabba Test
Despite a huge loss in the series opener, England's Brydon Carse says the tourists have reason for confidence heading into the second Ashes Test.
Why Labuschagne won’t give Khawaja advice amid scrutiny
As the previous Australian batter to find his place in the Test side under scrutiny, Marnus Labuschagne knows how Usman Khawaja is feeling.
Pink-ball batting master still prefers red-ball cricket
Australia's No.3 Marnus Labuschagne has weighed into debate as to whether the Ashes should feature a day-night Test match.
Marsh’s late Ashes bid set to gain momentum for WA
Star veteran Mitch Marsh will feature for WA in both a white-ball and Sheffield Shield fixture this week as he attempts to earn a late call-up for the Ashes.
Head says he can work in any role in Australian order
Travis Head has arrived in Brisbane unsure if he will open or bat No.5 for Australia in the second Ashes Test, but is happy to be fluid between the roles.
Root ‘personally’ would prefer no day-night Ashes Test
Joe Root can see that the day-night Test format is popular in Australia but personally doesn't believe it should be part of the Ashes.
Perry clinic sets up thrilling WBBL finals race
Ellyse Perry has lifted the Sydney Sixers back into the WBBL's top four after a win over the Thunder, while Adelaide are still alive after beating Brisbane.
The compelling case for Nathan Lyon at the Gabba
Only Mitchell Starc has bowled more overs with the pink ball than Nathan Lyon as speculation continues as to whether the spinner will play at the Gabba.
Kellaway tames Lions to prove his Test potential
PM Anthony Albanese may have missed his side face the England Lions because he was getting married, but Test selectors will have liked Campbell Kellaway's 82.
England blow with paceman set to miss second Ashes Test
Mark Wood is expected to miss the second Ashes Test, after suffering soreness in the same knee that ruled him out of England's entire home summer.
Head’s role as No.5 saviour offers food for thought
Travis Head's Perth heroics showed he could be an option to open for Australia, but his regular efforts to rescue Australia at No.5 may be just as important.
Call us rubbish, not arrogant: England defend approach
England will stick with their aggressive approach through the Ashes, despite being labelled arrogant and brainless after the two-day loss in Perth.
CA to speak with Khawaja over Perth pitch criticism
Usman Khawaja could face a sanction for labelling the Perth pitch a "piece of shit", with Cricket Australia understood to be disappointed by the remarks.