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.
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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.
Ashes hero Starc’s summer far from over with BBL return
Australia's Ashes hero Mitchell Starc is far from feeling spent, saying there's one more item on the bucket list ahead of his BBL return with the Sydney Sixers.
Gardner or McGrath: huge call ahead for Healy successor
Ashleigh Gardner and Tahlia McGrath are in the frame to replace retiring Alyssa Healy as captain of the Australian women's cricket team.
Home farewell secured, Healy happy to pull up stumps
After admitting to losing some of her competitive drive in recent months, Alyssa Healy says the timing is perfect for her to bow out in front of home crowds.
Thunder blast devastates Gades’ BBL finals push
Chris Green and Nic Maddinson forged the game-winning partnership as the Sydney Thunder stunned the Melbourne Renegades at ENGIE Stadium.
Why Sean Abbott won’t give up on T20 World Cup hopes
Sydney Sixers gun Sean Abbott missed the cut for Australia's Twenty20 World Cup squad but is on stand-by for a late call-up.
Rain puts dampener on Steve Smith’s Big Bash return
The Sydney Sixers' clash against the Hobart Hurricanes has been washed out after five overs, with Steve Smith unbeaten when play was abandoned.
Khawaja shines, Warner hurt as Heat thump Thunder
Usman Khawaja's international career may be over, but he showed he is far from a spent force, stroking a fine 78 to help the Brisbane Heat to a BBL victory.
Starc warning: age no barrier for Aussies at next Ashes
When Australia left England after the 2023 Ashes, it looked likely most of the squad could retire before 2027. Now, the vast majority look set to return.
Stokes concedes other teams are decoding Bazball
Ben Stokes has pledged to fight for "very, very, very good coach" Brendon McCullum as other teams begin to decode his 'Bazball' tactics.
Smith, Starc come to defence of George Bailey
Mitchell Starc and Steve Smith have pointed at Australia's success during George Bailey's time as chief selector, dismissing criticism of him during the Ashes.
Player ratings tell tale of England’s Ashes woes
Less than half of England's touring party have been granted pass marks for their Ashes series after surrendering the urn in 11 days and being beaten 4-1.
Who fired and who flopped? Aussie Ashes player ratings
A look at how Australia's players fared in their 4-1 Ashes series triumph over England.
‘Almost a miracle’ as cricket great Martyn returns home
Australian Test cricket legend Damien Martyn has been released from a Gold Coast hospital after awakening from his induced coma.
Bucket list item still looms after Ashes domination
Australia have produced one of the most impressive series wins of the Andrew McDonald era in the home Ashes, but the lure of 2027 still looms large.
Triple threat: Webster turns SCG Test on its head
Australia are facing an intriguing final-day chase in the fifth Ashes Test after England went to stumps on day four at 8-302, with a lead of 119 runs.
Bethell staving off Australia’s push to finish Ashes
England's batters have fought back on the fourth day at the SCG to go to tea at 3-174, but they still trail Australia by nine runs in the fifth Test.
Clarke’s middle-order plea to selectors for transition
Michael Clarke believes Australia's batting is in a good place ahead of a period of transition, provided selectors do one key thing right.
Head expects he’ll keep opening after Ashes domination
Travis Head has indicated he'll keep opening for Australia, after he and Steve Smith's centuries put their side in charge of the final Ashes Test.
Sixers pip Heat in low-scoring BBL thriller
Sydney Sixers pair Joel Davies and Hayden Kerr conjured a rescue mission in a three-wicket win over Brisbane Heat that almost turned into a disaster.
Travis heads towards another ton in Test counterpunch
Travis Head is in sight of his third century of the Ashes, going to stumps on 91no and with Australia 2-166 in reply to England's first-innings 384.
Warne would’ve ‘went off his brain’ about spin: Clarke
Michael Clarke fears Australian wickets are doing little to promote future generations of spinners, predicting Shane Warne would have been furious about it.
England power to best innings of Ashes series
Thanks largely to a century from No.4 Joe Root, England have taken their most dominant position of the Ashes series at the SCG.