Renegades overcome Neser BBL hat-trick
West Indian import Andre Russell's power hitting has helped the unbeaten Melbourne Renegades beat the Brisbane Heat despite Michael Neser's stunning hat-trick.
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Proteas won’t be spooked by pitch: Zondo
South Africa were rolled twice in two days on a lively pitch at the Gabba but No.5 Khaya Zondo says the Proteas can make amends in Melbourne.
Gabba pitch ‘most difficult in Aus’: Smith
Steve Smith is hoping for more batter-friendly conditions at the MCG after Australia's Test against South Africa at the Gabba lasted just two days.
Gardner and Harris put India to sword
Australia have won the fifth T20 international against India by 54 runs thanks to a thumping 129-run fifth-wicket partnership by Ash Gardner and Grace Harris.
Gabba Test pitch rated as ‘below average’
The Gabba pitch has been rated as "below average" following the first Test between Australia and South Africa ending in just two days.
Lyon king of quest to be best: Vettori
Ahead of the Boxing Day Test, Daniel Vettori has explained why Nathan Lyon is dangerous wherever he plays and what sets him apart as a master of his craft.
‘Bazball’ Ashes challenge excites Aussies
Australia say they won't be spooked by England's 'Bazball' in next year's Ashes and need to stay true to their own style of play.
Proteas eye de Bruyn for Boxing Day Test
South Africa skipper Dean Elgar says Theunis de Bruyn is in contention for a recall ahead of the second Test as the visitors seek a batting boost.
Warner’s Bali joke catches media off-guard
David Warner posted on social media that he was in Bali just days before the Boxing Day Test, but it turns out the veteran opener was joking with a friend.
Warner’s batting ‘irreplaceable’: Bailey
David Warner is fighting to save his Test career, but the Australian hierarchy believe the out-of-form veteran's opening style is irreplaceable.
Rabada explains Proteas batting flops
South Africa paceman Kagiso Rabada has called for patience with his team's batters after the Proteas' cheap dismissals in the two-day first Test in Brisbane.
Sangha, Burns set to miss rest of BBL
Batters Jason Sangha and Joe Burns are both set to miss the rest of the BBL after suffering long-term injuries in the first week of the tournament.
Gabba Test pitch comes under scrutiny
Australia's first Test against South Africa lasted just two days, with the Gabba pitch set to come under scrutiny from the International Cricket Council.
A snapshot of day two of the first Test
Pat Cummins took five wickets and Mitchell Starc claimed his 300th Test victim as Australia beat South Africa by six wickets inside two days at the Gabba.
Elgar quizzes umpires on safety of pitch
South Africa captain Dean Elgar insists the Gabba pitch was not a good Test wicket but Pat Cummins disagreed after the first Test finished inside two days.
Aussie quick Starc takes 300th Test wicket
Star quick Mitchell Starc has become the seventh Australian to take 300 Test wickets, reaching the milestone against South Africa at the Gabba.
Aussies beat Proteas in two-day Gabba Test
Australia have completed a historic Test victory inside two days, defeating South Africa by six wickets on a green, bowler-friendly wicket at the Gabba.
Proteas pace attack open up ‘old scars’
South Africa lost the first Test at the Gabba but Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje reminded Australia's batters about what to expect on Boxing Day.
Australia left with fast-bowling dilemma
Australian selectors could be faced with choosing between Scott Boland and Josh Hazlewood for the Boxing Day Test as the NSW quick looks to prove his fitness.
Warne to be honoured at Boxing Day Test
Shane Warne will be honoured with a series of tributes at the MCG when Australia take on South Africa in the Boxing Day Test.
Proteas paceman Jansen’s crazy stat
South Africa's 206cm left-armer Marco Jansen has received high praise from Proteas legend Morne Morkel for a remarkable record he has so early in his career.
Attacking Head makes most of Test chances
Travis Head has once again rescued Australia from a dire position with a blazing counter-attacking knock against South Africa at the Gabba.
CA won’t rush decision on Proteas trophy
Cricket Australia will seek to name the perpetual trophy when they play in South Africa in Tests but will not rush a decision before the end of the summer.
Perry and Gardner keep India at bay
Australia have clinched a T20 series victory over India in Mumbai with Ellyse Perry and Ash Gardner starring in a tense seven-run victory.
Aussies beat Proteas in two-day Test
Australia have completed a historic Test victory inside two days, defeating South Africa by six wickets on a green, bowler-friendly wicket at the Gabba.
Aussies on verge of two-day Gabba Test win
Australia will complete a historic Test win inside two days with South Africa collapsing in their second innings, leaving the hosts to chase 34 runs.
Australia on verge of express Test win
Australia are charging towards a historic Test win inside two days, with South Africa collapsing to 7-66 in their second innings at the Gabba.
Aussies crash through Proteas top order
South Africa are reeling for the second time in as many days, crashing to 2-3 at lunch in their second innings against Australia in the first Test at the Gabba.
Australia rolled for 218 in Gabba Test
The Gabba Test continues to move at a rapid rate with Australia all out for 218, a first-innings lead of 66, against South Africa before lunch on day two.
Proteas believe they can still win Test
South Africa top-scorer Kyle Verreynne says the side's potent bowling attack can get them back into a winning position after they were dismissed for 152.
Gabba golden duck adds to Warner’s woes
David Warner has been dismissed for a golden duck in the first Test against South Africa, heaping more on the out-of-form veteran opener.