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.
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.
Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja details the back issues that sidelined him during the Ashes first Test. Learn how this impacts Australia's batting lineup.
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.
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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.
Perth's Optus Stadium pitch receives ICC's highest 'very good' rating despite the Ashes Test ending in just two days. Discover how the surface performed.
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WA Premier Roger Cook launches playful attack on Brisbane's unpredictable weather as Perth battles to host the first Test match. Will the Gabba lose its traditional spot?
Australian cricket star Beth Mooney details how the women's Test team plans to prepare for their historic Perth match against India. Get exclusive insights into their strategy.
England's Ashes campaign starts with a devastating two-day loss in Perth. Captain Ben Stokes focuses on Brisbane comeback as criticism mounts. Full details.
South Africa's Test coach Shukri Conrad faces backlash after using racially charged term 'grovel' against India. Proteas dominate Day 4 in Guwahati. Read the full story.
Western Australia Cricket defends the Optus Stadium pitch after the historic Ashes Test concluded in just two days. Read the full analysis of the controversial match conditions.
England fast bowler Mark Wood opens up about the emotional impact of first Test defeat against Australia but vows strong comeback in remaining Ashes matches.
England confirms no Perth Test players will feature in Canberra pink ball match despite criticism from cricket greats. Can Bazball tactics recover for Gabba?
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Michael Vaughan claims England's relaxed Ashes build-up left them unprepared for Australia's intensity. Read his analysis of the first Test defeat and what England must change.
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Australia's Usman Khawaja missed batting duties due to back spasms as 19 wickets fell on a chaotic Day 1 of the Ashes in Perth. Mitchell Starc's 7-58 highlights dramatic opening.
Perth's Optus Stadium prepares to host a crucial Ashes Test that could define the series. Discover how the pitch and conditions might shape this historic cricket contest.