Bazball Era Falters as Australia Dominates England
England's aggressive 'Bazball' strategy faces a brutal reality check as Australia secures another commanding victory. Is the revolutionary approach at its end?
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Travis Head's 170 sparks Ashes opener debate
Travis Head's brilliant 170 as opener has Australia pondering a permanent move up the order. Can he keep the spot after Khawaja's return? Read the full analysis.
Stokes injury mystery as England struggle in Adelaide
England captain Ben Stokes is under an injury cloud after failing to bowl on Day 3 of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide. Experts speculate on the issue as England's hopes fade. Get the latest updates.
SA Cricket Crowd Unites in Emotional Bondi Tribute
A powerful moment of silence at Adelaide Oval as the South Australian cricket crowd honours Bondi victims. Witness the unity and respect shown during the Test match.
Steve Smith out of Adelaide Test due to vertigo
Star batter Steve Smith has been ruled out of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide due to a recurrence of vertigo. Australian medical staff are confident he will be fit for the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.
Perth girl's rare heritage makes stem cell donor search critical
Four-year-old Harper Nicoll battles aggressive leukaemia in Perth Children's Hospital. Her Maori-Italian heritage makes finding a stem cell donor urgent. A match is needed by January to save her life.
No Khawaja recall for Third Ashes Test, Cummins confirms
Pat Cummins confirms Usman Khawaja will not return for the Adelaide Test as Australia backs its current top order. Victory this week would secure the Ashes series win.
Green's $3M IPL bid looms as Test distraction
Cameron Green could land a $3 million IPL payday in an overnight auction, one of four Aussie Test players up for grabs. Get the full list of Australians in the 2024 auction.
Broad: England's leadership vacuum exposed in Ashes
Stuart Broad pinpoints England's lack of experienced bowlers as a critical flaw, leaving captain Ben Stokes overburdened as Australia closes in on a dominant 2-0 Ashes series lead at the Gabba.
Geelong Cricket Stars Shine in Weekend Action
From blistering centuries to devastating bowling spells, discover the local heroes who dominated Geelong Cricket Association matches this weekend. Dive into the standout performances now!
Jets' ALW Match Postponed Due to Extreme Heat
Newcastle Jets' A-League Women's fixture against Central Coast Mariners was called off an hour before kick-off due to dangerous temperatures in Gosford. Read about the impact and what happens next.
England's Gabba fielding blunders give Australia Ashes lead
England dropped five catches on Day 2 at the Gabba, allowing Australia to build a 44-run lead. Can they fight back? Follow the action live on Seven.
WBBL match abandoned after bizarre pitch damage
A crucial WBBL clash in Adelaide was abandoned after a ball went under the heavy roller, creating a hole in the pitch. The no-result complicates the tight finals race. Get the full story.
Scorchers' Indigenous artwork shoes for crucial WBBL match
Perth Scorchers will wear shoes featuring Aboriginal art in their Aboriginal Heritage match against Brisbane Heat. A win is essential to keep their WBBL finals hopes alive. Read more.
Steve Smith, Usman Khawaja disagree on Perth pitch
Steve Smith has publicly disagreed with Usman Khawaja's critical assessment of the Perth Stadium pitch. The debate heats up as Australia prepares for the Ashes series.
Usman Khawaja out of second Ashes Test
Usman Khawaja has been ruled out of the second Ashes Test due to a back injury. Travis Head is set to open again after his Perth century. Get the latest team news.
Day-Night Tests Secure in Future Ashes, Says CA
Cricket Australia commits to day-night Tests in future home Ashes series, responding to Joe Root's scepticism. Plans for Gabba's future and the 2027 MCG anniversary Test confirmed.
Labuschagne on Khawaja's Test future: 'Team comes first'
Marnus Labuschagne won't offer Usman Khawaja advice as the veteran opener's Test career hangs in the balance. Get the latest Ashes squad news and analysis.
New data challenges Khawaja's Optus Stadium pitch claims
Fresh data reveals the Optus Stadium pitch for the Ashes Test was not as poor as Usman Khawaja claimed. Explore the stats behind the cricket controversy.
Weatherald vs Root: Pink Ball Mentality Clash in Ashes
Australian opener Jake Weatherald reveals the contrasting approaches to pink-ball cricket between Australia and England ahead of the Gabba Test. Discover how teams prepare differently.
Khawaja in hot water over Perth pitch criticism
Cricket Australia officials will meet with Usman Khawaja after his explosive criticism of the Perth Stadium pitch. The veteran opener faces potential sanctions for calling the surface a 'piece of s***' despite ICC's 'very good' rating.
Mark Wood out of Gabba Test with knee injury
England fast bowler Mark Wood is set to miss the second Ashes Test in Brisbane due to a knee injury, dealing a major blow to England's hopes. Get the latest updates.
Peking Duk's AFLW show splits fans
Australian electronic duo Peking Duk delivered a 17-minute pre-match set at the AFLW Grand Final, drawing mixed reviews from fans. Watch the video and see the polarising reaction.
Khawaja's Perth pitch criticism angers Cricket Australia
Usman Khawaja faces Cricket Australia's ire after criticizing Perth Stadium pitch. The opener's comments create tension ahead of Ashes series. Read the full controversy.
Khawaja slams Perth pitch despite ICC 'very good' rating
Australian opener Usman Khawaja has controversially labelled the Perth Test pitch as substandard, directly contradicting the ICC's 'very good' rating. Read the explosive details.
Cummins Back with Lengthy Spell Before Gabba Test
Australian captain Pat Cummins bowls extended spell in Sheffield Shield, signaling strong comeback ahead of first Test against India at the Gabba. Read the full update.
Khawaja Criticises Perth Pitch in Ashes Opener
Australian batter Usman Khawaja didn't hold back about the Perth pitch after day one of the first Ashes Test. Read his blunt assessment and how it affected the game.
Cummins out of second Ashes Test at Gabba
Australian captain Pat Cummins will miss the second Ashes Test in Brisbane as selectors take cautious approach with his back injury. Unchanged squad named for day-night clash.
Adelaide Set to Snatch Summer Test Opener from Perth
Adelaide Oval is positioned to host the 2027-28 summer Test cricket opener, replacing Perth's Optus Stadium in a major scheduling shift that reflects venue preferences.
ICC Rates Perth Pitch 'Very Good' After Two-Day Test
The ICC has given a perfect 'very good' rating to the Perth pitch after a record-breaking Ashes Test concluded in just two days. Read the full story of the bowling carnage.
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