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.
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‘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.
Rain robs Thunder of WBBL win in controversial call
The Sydney Thunder were three runs shy of a WBBL win over the Strikers when play was called off by umpires due to rain in Adelaide.
Khawaja on the mend, won’t need jab to play Gabba Test
Usman Khawaja has revealed he was set to have an epidural in order to bat on the third day in Perth, but says painkillers won't be needed to play at the Gabba.
Lose toss, chase is best England hope at Gabba: Vaughan
Michael Vaughan insists England can win at the Gabba in the second Test, but says defying history in day-night games and chasing presents their best hope.
Cummins left out for Gabba, but good news for Khawaja
Pat Cummins is yet to be cleared to return from his back injury for the second Ashes Test, but Usman Khawaja is a chance to overcome his and play at the Gabba.
Doggett will ‘be ready’ for Gabba Test as Cummins looms
Paceman Brendan Doggett is unsure whether he will play in the day-night Test at the Gabba but has guaranteed he will be ready to fire if Pat Cummins is absent.
Marnus finds ‘second phase mojo’, best to come: coach
Marnus Labuschagne's batting coach Neil D'Costa explains how his pupil rediscovered his batting DNA and is now ready to enter another rich vein of Test form.
Hottest Test team faces cool-down period after glory
South Africa, the hottest Test nation, won't play another Test until next September in a quirk of the cricket calendar.
Legacy on line for Stokes and Root in Australia: Botham
Ian Botham has told Ben Stokes and Joe Root they must find success in Australia to seal their status as all-time greats.
Veteran Khawaja backed by contender to keep Test spot
Matt Renshaw might be close to gaining a Test recall but the Queensland opener believes under-fire veteran Usman Khawaja still has what it takes in the Ashes.