Cummins, Starc give thumbs up to play all five Tests
Pat Cummins expects he and Mitchell Starc will be fit to play through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, while expecting more back-up overs from Mitch Marsh.
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Konstas feels he’s on the up as selectors mull squad
Sam Konstas believes he has already improved as a batter through this summer, as calls grow for the 19-year-old to make a Test debut against India.
Rohit admits to poor form, sounds ominous warning
India captain Rohit Sharma concedes he has batted poorly in recent Tests but explained why a good score is just around the corner against Australia.
Australia’s first WODI against NZ abandoned
Torrential rain in Wellington has washed out the first women's One Day International clash between Australia and New Zealand.
Hurricanes collapse to record low as Wade hurts calf
The Hobart Hurricanes have been skittled for their lowest BBL total, crumbling in a six-wicket smashing by the Melbourne Renegades in Geelong.
Konstas earns Test call-up as Australia ponders options
National selectors have added 19-year-old batter Sam Konstas to Australia's squad for the fourth Test against India.
Strikers’ Lloyd Pope and D’Arcy Short sink Stars in BBL
Lloyd Pope has rebounded from a traumatic BBL death over to help the Adelaide Strikers defeat the winless Melbourne Stars at Adelaide Oval.
Sutherland ton powers Aussies to WODI win over Kiwis
Australia have scored a rain-affected One Day International win over New Zealand thanks largely to a century from Annabel Sutherland.
High-flyer Head returns to scene of India series axing
Travis Head's Test career was almost killed off by India four years ago at the MCG. His axing in that series helped put him on the path to his glut of runs.
McSweeney describes devastation of Test axing
Axed Test opener Nathan McSweeney says he's "devastated" after being dropped for Boxing Day after just three matches but he's back in action for Brisbane Heat.
Owen’s ton powers Hurricanes to BBL win over Perth
Hobart opener Mitch Owen has blasted his maiden BBL century to power the Hurricanes to a confidence-boosting win over the Perth Scorchers.
Jadeja wants India’s main batters to relieve pressure
India allrounder Ravindra Jadeja has admitted the team need more from their top order against Australia, if they are to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Aussie cricket could be burned by missing generation
Fewer players born in the mid-1990s have played men's Tests for Australia than at any other time in the 20th century, harming the team's transition period.
Webster wants Test debut after ‘intoxicating’ call-up
Versatile allrounder Beau Webster has described his first experience of being in an Australian Test squad as "intoxicating".
India pacer says Head ‘struggles against short balls’
India quick Akash Deep believes Travis Head "struggles against short balls" and the tourists have plans to tame the red-hot Australian star.
McSweeney fires Heat to last ball BBL win over Strikers
Nathan McSweeney has bounced back from his Test axing, scoring an unbeaten 78 to inspire Brisbane to a thrilling three-wicket win over Adelaide.
Summer of Sutherland continues as Australia beat NZ
Annabel Sutherland has this time starred with the ball to help Australia beat New Zealand by 75 runs, after Ashleigh Gardner top scored with the bat.
‘See ball, hit ball’ Konstas ready for Boxing Day Test
Sam Konstas' NSW teammate and fellow Australian squad member Sean Abbott says the teenager will not be worried by the pressure of a Boxing Day Test debut.
‘See ball, hit ball’ Konstas ready for Boxing Day Test
Sam Konstas' NSW teammate and fellow Australian squad member Sean Abbott says the teenager would not be worried by the pressure of a Boxing Day Test debut.
MCG curator expects Bumrah will enjoy Boxing Day wicket
The MCG's efforts to create more bowler-friendly Boxing Day Test pitches should find support from Jasprit Bumrah.
India’s Shami ruled out of last two Australia Tests
Seamer Mohammed Shami will not be called into the India squad for the fourth and fifth Tests with Australia because of a knee injury.
Australia sweat on fitness of star batter Travis Head
Australia are sweating on the fitness of Travis Head after the star batter failed to fully train two days out from the Boxing Day Test.
Konstas to debut at MCG, Head not certain to play
Teenage opener Sam Konstas will become one of Australia's youngest Test cricketers after being declared to make his debut at the MCG on Boxing Day.
Rohit’s knee ‘fine’, reluctant to lock in batting order
India captain Rohit Sharma has shrugged off concerns about his knee ahead of the crucial Boxing Day Test at the MCG.
Head confirmed for Boxing Day after fitness test
Star Aussie batter Travis Head will play in the Boxing Day Test against India after proving his fitness during a Christmas morning training session at the MCG.
Konstas’s debut fireworks puts Australia on top at MCG
Teenage debutant Sam Konstas has propelled Australia to 6-311 at stumps on day one at the MCG after one of the most memorable Boxing Day innings.
Johnson’s 4-20 not enough for Heat against Scorchers
Nick Hobson's late fireworks and two amazing run-outs have helped lift the Perth Scorchers to victory over the Brisbane Heat at Optus Stadium.
Dramatic run-out swings momentum in Australia’s favour
A chaotic run-out has sparked a dramatic Indian collapse late on day two of the Boxing Day Test, leaving the tourists 5-164 and still trailing Australia by 310.
Cartwright feared worst after suffering neck pain
Melbourne Stars allrounder Hilton Cartwright feared he could be paralysed or face months in a neck brace after falling awkwardly in the BBL season opener.
Test retirement date on hold for opener Khawaja
Australia opener Usman Khawaja knows the end of his Test career is coming soon, but adds he does not know when it might happen.
Heat quick Johnson opens up on ‘bizarre’ toe injury
Star paceman Spencer Johnson is still managing a toe injury, but intricate strapping helped him get through his return match without any pain.