‘No stress’: Aussie skipper on disjointed T20 lead-in
Australia's T20 captain Mitch Marsh says a disjointed preparation won't be an issue against Pakistan in a three-match series ahead of the World Cup.
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Unsigned veteran to keep playing BBL with Heat priority
Usman Khawaja has no intention of retiring from T20 cricket, and while he is unsigned for next BBL season, the Brisbane Heat are still right in the frame.
Scorchers reveal dynasty plans after latest BBL triumph
The Perth Scorchers have won six BBL titles from nine grand-final appearances across 15 seasons, and the team is well placed to go back-to-back next season.
We couldn’t even train: tired Sixers cop dud deal
A hectic travel schedule has finally caught up with the Sydney Sixers as the Perth Scorchers put their tired opponents to the sword in a one-sided decider.
Payne stars as Perth crush Sixers to snare BBL crown
David Payne starred with the ball before Mitch Marsh got the job done with the bat as the Perth Scorchers thumped the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash final.
Scorchers veteran Paris in desperate bid for BBL final
Perth Scorchers captain Ashton Turner says his team faces a difficult decision on Joel Paris as the team attempts to win BBL title No.6.
Travel-weary Sixers aim to turn tables on Scorchers
Sydney Sixers skipper Moises Henriques pulled out of a planned media conference on Saturday as his travel-weary side prepare for Sunday's final in Perth.
Sliding doors moments as Hobart’s BBL dream dashed
The Hobart Hurricanes' Big Bash League season is over after a 57-run loss to the Sydney Sixers in the challenger final at the SCG.
Babar back for Pakistan to face Aussies after BBL flop
Pakistan great Babar Azam is back in their T20 squad to face Australia ahead of the World Cup following his eventful if under-performing spell in the Big Bash.
Smith heroics power Sixers past ‘Canes, into BBL final
Steve Smith and Joel Davies were the key men as the Sydney Sixers stormed into the Big Bash League final with a win over the Hobart Hurricanes.
Red-hot Steve Smith ‘due to fail’: Hurricanes captain
Red-hot opening batter Steve Smith is set to have a big say on whether the Sydney Sixers can defeat the Hobart Hurricanes and advance to the BBL final.
Hurricanes stay alive, beat Stars in tense BBL final
The Hobart Hurricanes have beaten the Melbourne Stars by three runs in a rain-hit elimination Big Bash League final.
Waugh signs Smith, Marsh for Amsterdam in new T20 comp
Steve Waugh and Glenn Maxwell have become franchise co-owners in the six-team European T20 Premier League that will launch in August.
Gutted Sixers sweat on Mitch Starc’s shoulder scare
The Sydney Sixers have been thrust into a must-win Challenger clash on Friday after losing to Perth, and star paceman Mitch Starc is no guarantee to play.
Scorchers crush Sixers to move into BBL decider
Mahli Beardman took 3-20 including the key scalp of Steve Smith to help Perth skittle the Sydney Sixers for 99 and book a spot in the BBL decider.
Hobart skipper Ellis to miss do-or-die Big Bash final
The Hobart Hurricanes will be without quick and captain Nathan Ellis for their elimination Big Bash League final against the Melbourne Stars.
Scorchers back Super Cooper to regain batting touch
Perth will host the Sydney Sixers in a blockbuster Big Bash final and Cooper Connolly will be hoping to make a huge impact with both bat and ball.
Smith has mixed feelings on T20 World Cup omission
Steve Smith says he would accept a late offer to join Australia's T20 World Cup squad after continuing his red-hot form for Sydney Sixers.
Smith, Starc and Curran lift Sixers into BBL finals
Allrounder Sam Curran had a blinder to lift Sydney Sixers to second on the BBL ladder and dash Brisbane Heat's finals hopes in a five-wicket win at the Gabba.
Voll back with a bang while Aussie teen shines in WPL
Recalled opener Georgia Voll has guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a WPL win, while Lucy Hamilton announced herself in India as a teenage Aussie star.
Where is Maxwell’s mojo? Stars sticking by The Big Show
Glenn Maxwell is stuck in a rut -- and he needs to regain his mojo quickly if the Melbourne Stars are to have any chance of winning this season's BBL title.
Scorchers lock up top spot as fumbly Stars tumble
New Zealand star Finn Allen has struck 69 off 39 balls, after being dropped on 23, to lead the Perth Scorchers to a six-wicket victory over the Melbourne Stars.
Cricket legend is ‘back’ after surviving eight-day coma
Damien Martyn has posted a heartfelt message to the world, saying he is recovering well after fighting for his life.
Hogan hero: Aussies open U19 World Cup defence in style
Steven Hogan scored a ton in Australia Under-19s' victory over Ireland to open their World Cup title defence in Namibia.
Smith ton upstages Warner as Sixers down Thunder in BBL
Steve Smith has upstaged David Warner by scoring an electrifying century in the Sydney Sixers' BBL win over the Sydney Thunder.
Scorchers’ Allen blasts Renegades to secure finals spot
The Perth Scorchers posted a commanding win over the Melbourne Renegades on the back of Kiwi blaster Finn Allen's brilliant first BBL century.
‘Not doom and gloom’: Hurricanes ponder shock BBL loss
The Hobart Hurricanes are staying positive after a horror loss to the Brisbane Heat and missed opportunity to guarantee top spot on on the BBL ladder.
Smith backs axing but day-night Ashes Test not dead yet
Steve Smith has backed calls to axe the day-night Test from Australia's next home Ashes series, but things might not be so simple for organisers.
Labuschagne ‘annoyance’ crucial in miracle Heat win
The partnership-breaking ability of Marnus Labuschagne proved key in Brisbane's remarkable Big Bash League win over Hobart, captain Usman Khawaja says.
Australia set for Lahore exams before T20 World Cup
Pakistan is looking forward to three T20 internationals the team will play in Lahore against Australia in the build-up to the World Cup.
Heat steal remarkable final-over win over Hurricanes
The Brisbane Heat have pulled off an unlikely final-over victory over the Hobart Hurricanes which keeps them firmly in the race for a spot in the top four.