Marnus backs Khawaja on ‘special’ BBL dove unveiling
With Usman Khawaja expected to unveil the dove symbol banned by the ICC in the BBL, teammate Marnus Labuschagne explains why he showcases the eagle on his bat.
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Strikers regain Carey, bowl first against Hurricanes
Australian Test keeper Alex Carey is a handy inclusion for the Adelaide Strikers as they try to keep their BBL season alive against the Hobart Hurricanes.
Captain Healy leads Australia to series win in India
Australia, led with skill and luck by Alyssa Healy, have chased down a target of 148 to defeat India in the third T20 international, clinching a series win.
Smith to open, Green in at No.4 against West Indies
Selectors hope Steve Smith's shift to opening the batting could help extend his career, while also allowing Cameron Green back into the Test team at No.4.
Neser stars as Heat beat Scorchers, secure BBL top spot
Allrounder Michael Neser shone with the bat, ball and in the field as Brisbane Heat beat Perth Scorchers by 23 runs to secure first position in the BBL.
Khawaja displays peace dove on shoes, bat in BBL cameo
Usman Khawaja's campaign to draw attention to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza stepped up a notch when he got to display the peace dove in his BBL knock.
How Renshaw thrived during ‘weird’ time in Test cricket
Recalled Matt Renshaw admits he was once a naive Test cricketer but found the key to unlocking his best during what was a mentally challenging six months.
Warner’s high-flying BBL entrance confirmed for the SCG
David Warner will take a helicopter from his brother's wedding and land on the SCG outfield before his Big Bash League return for the Sydney Thunder.
Bartlett credits Bichel with heating up his BBL form
Brisbane paceman Xavier Bartlett has been a shining light in the BBL this season and says Queensland legend Andy Bichel has made him a more complete T20 bowler.
Opener call to herald era of big selection decisions
The decision on who should replace David Warner as Test opener is the first of several big calls for Australia's selectors as an era of transition arrives.
Warner’s baggy green safely back in sheds after return
David Warner's baggy greens have been found and returned, but the retiring opener opted not to wear either as Australia began their second innings fielding.
Government quiet on dead Aussie’s Hezbollah ‘links’
Whether an Australian had illegally joined a designated terrorist group overseas could not be confirmed due to privacy reasons, the Australian government says.
Strikers win toss, put Scorchers in to bat in BBL
The bottom-of-the-table Adelaide Strikers have won the toss and put unbeaten second-placed Perth Scorchers in to bat in their BBL clash at the Adelaide Oval.
Strikers make Short work of Scorchers in upset BBL win
Strikers captain Matt Short has starred with bat and ball in his side's nine-wicket BBL win over the previously unbeaten Perth Scorchers at Adelaide Oval.
Cummins, Head, Mooney, Gardner up for top ICC awards
Pat Cummins and Travis Head are on the shortlist for ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year with Beth Mooney and Ash Gardner in line for the women's honour.
Litchfield keeps Aussies afloat as Indian teen shines
Phoebe Litchfield has continued her rich run of form but two Australian batting collapses have put India on top in the first T20 in Navi Mumbai.
India hail new women’s star Sadhu in win over Australia
Fresh from sweeping India in the ODIs, Australia's women have been blown away in the first T20 by an Indian side inspired by teenage newcomer Titas Sadhu.
Warner shows off tricks in SCG farewell innings
David Warner has raced to 52 not out in his farewell innings in Test cricket, with Australia closing in on a target of 130 to beat Pakistan in the third Test.
Warner’s 57 reminds Australia what they’ll be missing
David Warner has signed off with the kind of batting that made him one of Australia's greatest Test openers, hitting 57 in an eight-wicket win over Pakistan.
Reluctance to move Smith boosts Green’s chances to open
Steve Smith's desire to replace David Warner as a Test opener is unlikely to be fulfilled, with coach Andrew McDonald concerned about moving him from No.4.
Bancroft insists scars of ball-tampering have healed
Cameron Bancroft is confident Australian players would have no issue playing with him again after the ball-tampering scandal, as he pushes for a Test recall.
Heat hold off Hurricanes by one run in BBL thriller
Brisbane Heat bowlers Xavier Bartlett and Spencer Johnson delivered match-winning spells in a one-run BBL win over Hobart Hurricanes at the Gabba.
Perry marks 300 by leading Australia to win in India
Elysse Perry has marked her 300th match in Australian colours by scoring the winning runs as the tourists level the T20 series in India with a six-wicket win.
Hazlewood triple-wicket maiden puts Australia on a roll
Josh Hazlewood has claimed three wickets in an over to leave Pakistan 7-68 in their second innings, a lead of 82 over Australia after day three at the SCG.
Pink ball no solution in Khawaja’s eyes for bad light
Usman Khawaja has urged caution against modernising Test cricket in a bid to avoid time being lost to bad light, after a frustrating day two at the SCG.
Walters leads Heat to victory over Sixers in BBL
Unbeaten ladder-leaders Brisbane Heat have scored a three-run win over the Sydney Sixers in a rain-affected top-of-the-table BBL clash in Coffs Harbour.
Skipper Cummins claims five, Pakistan fight back late
Pat Cummins has enjoyed another red-letter day as Australia's premier quick with his third straight five-wicket haul helping dismiss Pakistan for 313 in Sydney.
Carey keeps hoping to win back spot in Aussie ODI side
Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey has his sights set on winning back his ODI spot after being dropped during the successful World Cup campaign in India.
Perry falls as Australia trail India by 31 runs at tea
Approaching a half-century, Ellyse Perry has fallen to a sharp catch shortly before tea to stall Australia's fightback in the Mumbai Test against India.
Wade, Meredith back for ‘Canes against Renegades in BBL
The Hurricanes will welcome back Matthew Wade and Riley Meredith for their Big Bash clash against the Melbourne Renegades in Hobart.
Australia lead by 46 runs but India well placed in Test
Tahlia McGrath has starred again, scoring 73 to raise Australia's hopes in the Mumbai Test, but India remain in the box seat with a day to play.