Australia pulls out of Afghanistan series
Cricket Australia has pulled out of the national men's team's ODI series against Afghanistan in March, citing women's rights restrictions in that country.
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Gardner lights path for Indigenous cricket
Australian cricketer Ash Gardner hopes her elevation to the captaincy of the Governor-General's XI inspires other Indigenous sportspeople to take up the game.
Stars alive in BBL after smashing Strikers
The Melbourne Stars have made light work of their run chase in a nine-wicket thumping of the Adelaide Strikers that keeps their slim BBL finals hopes alive.
Rashid may quit BBL over Afghan tour snub
Cricket Australia have defended their decision to pull out of the white-ball series against Afghanistan, after Rashid Khan threatened to boycott the BBL.
Wellington stars in GG’s XI win v Pakistan
Amanda-Jade Wellington has overcome the pain of being dropped from Australia's T20 World Cup squad to shine in the Governor General's XI win over Pakistan.
McGrath thrives as Australian vice-captain
Tahlia McGrath credits a leadership program with former Australian women's cricket skipper Belinda Clark for her rise to the vice-captaincy.
Strikers roll Heat for 154 in Big Bash
Marnus Labuschagne has threatened to go big for the Brisbane Heat before the Strikers' attack seized complete control of their BBL clash at Adelaide Oval.
Six rumpus in Renegades’ BBL derby win
The Melbourne Renegades have won a tense BBL derby despite two Melbourne Stars batters being awarded six runs for shots that hit the Marvel Stadium roof.
Lynn’s Big Bash future in limbo
Chris Lynn wound back the clock this summer in spectacular style, but a second BBL season with the Adelaide Strikers is far from guaranteed.
Lanning refreshed after extended break
Australian women's cricket captain Meg Lanning worked in a cafe and recharged her batteries in the extended break she says she needed.
Jonassen exalts Lanning’s ‘second coming’
When Australian spinner Jess Jonassen watched a personal video from captain Meg Lanning announcing her return to cricket she cried tears of joy.
Strikers too good for Renegades in BBL
The Strikers moved up to third after Chris Lynn's masterclass underpinned a clinical win over the 'Gades, but lost Colin de Grandhomme to a hamstring injury.
Rookie Murphy could partner Lyon in India
Victorian Todd Murphy is the fresh face for Australia's Test tour of India, with Peter Handscomb also recalled into the 18-man squad.
BBL on Jan 26 needs consultation: Doggett
Sydney Thunder quick Brendan Doggett is encouraging the BBL to keep consulting the Indigenous community if they're looking to play finals games on January 26.
Scorchers cruise past Heat to top BBL
Perth have cruised to an eight-wicket win over the battling Brisbane Heat, Josh Inglis and Aaron Hardie powering the chase with an unbroken 132-run stand.
Stability key in Australia’s India bid
Australia will take the batting stability they have long craved into the Test tour of India, with Usman Khawaja saying fielding a settled side will be crucial.
Cummins hopes doco calms Langer exit fury
Pat Cummins expects the latest series of The Test documentary to provide context around Justin Langer's controversial exit as coach.
Agar India bound, three quicks an option
Ashton Agar will be one of several spinners Australia take to India, but the tourists may pick three quicks for some matches on the four-Test tour.
Warner surprised by player of series award
David Warner told teammates of his surprise at being named player of the series in Australia's 2-0 win over South Africa.
South Africa deny Australia in SCG Test
South Africa have held on for a draw on the final day of a rain-marred third Test at the SCG, leaving Australia the 2-0 series winners.
Khawaja makes it anniversary to remember
Usman Khawaja's fifth century in 12 months has helped Australia to 4-475 at stumps on day two of the third Test against South Africa after rain hit the SCG.
Khawaja cements status as SCG king
Usman Khawaja has cemented his status as king of the SCG with his third century from as many Test innings at the famous ground.
Steve Smith uncertain about Test future
Steve Smith is at the top of his game but admits he's unsure how much longer he wants to represent Australia in Test cricket.
Short canes ‘Canes in BBL record chase
Staring at a fifth consecutive loss, the Strikers pulled off a miracle at Adelaide Oval thanks to acting captain Matt Short's unbeaten century.
Australia keep hope for wet SCG victory
Rain has washed out day three of the third Test at the SCG, but Australia insist there is still hope for a 3-0 series whitewash over South Africa.
Sixers bowl first against Stars in BBL
The last-placed Melbourne Stars have been sent in to bat by the Sydney Sixers in their Big Bash League clash at the MCG.
Ahmed in, Marsh out for BBL’s Renegades
Injured veteran Shaun Marsh hopes to return late in the BBL season, with the Melbourne Renegades signing Fawad Ahmed as a temporary replacement.
Australia keep hopes alive after SCG rain
Australia have taken six South African wickets to stay in the contest at the rain-soaked SCG, but need another 14 on the final day to claim a 3-0 series win.
SCG open to day-night Test option
Chair Tony Shepherd says the SCG Trust would be reluctant to move its Test to a different timeslot but is open to reimagining it as a day-night fixture.
Lanning scores 61 in lead-up to Aus return
In her last hit-out before returning to the Australian national team, Meg Lanning has scored 61 runs for Victoria.
Bancroft stars as Scorchers thump Heat
The Perth Scorchers have regained top spot on the BBL ladder with a thumping seven-wicket win over the Brisbane Heat at Optus Stadium.