New boys must realise that cricket is a game of failure
It is impossible, given the resemblance, not to see Australia's 20-year-old debutant opening batsman Matt Renshaw as the new Matthew Hayden. Before we get carried away, ...
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Who on earth is WA cricketer Hilton Cartwright?
While interim chairman of selectors Trevor Hohns might think Hilton Cartwright is an "exciting prospect", his Matador Cup figures this season are anything but exciting.
'Scapegoat': I'm no cheat, says du Plessis
Cricket South Africa has advised captain Faf du Plessis to hold fire on appealing the International Cricket Council's ball tampering verdict.
Smith calls for continuity as he makes youthful new Australian team his own
The Test captain says he will seize on the opportunity presented by Australia's failures this summer to "stamp my authority on this team as the leader".
Voges out of WA-Queensland Shield clash with concussion
Adam Voges' hopes of pushing his case for an Australian recall were dealt a blow on Wednesday when he failed to pass a concussion test.
Ponting puts his hand up to be chairman of selectors
The only thing standing between Ricky Ponting and one of the nation's most high profile sporting jobs is a phone call from Cricket Australia.
'Any future deal that we do, we want everything': Nine buys into renewal of team
The broadcaster hopes the pink ball Test and a new-look Australian team can be a panacea to ratings woes this summer.
Faf, you cheated, you got caught, you should be banned
I think of Justice Marcus Einfeld every time I drive past a particular speed camera on the back road to the Spit Bridge.
Hilton who? Bolter named in ODI squad
Zimbabwean-born all-rounder Hilton Cartwright is the bolter in Australia's one-day squad for the upcoming Chappell-Hadlee series against New Zealand.
The day-night Test was a career highlight
Playing in last year's historic day-night Test at the Adelaide Oval was one of the highlights of my cricket career.
Bird gets Australia recall for third Test
Australian fast bowler Jackson Bird is back for his first appearance in the baggy green in nine months after being recalled for the third Test against South Africa.
Justin Langer starts fresh with ailing Warriors
Western Australia coach Justin Langer has embarked on a cleanout in a bid to help the Warriors out of their current mire - and he hopes the damage will be limited to his ...
Blackwell backs Australia to seal series
Australia are expecting a high-scoring match as they chase a ninth successive one-day win when they take on South Africa on Wednesday.
No sympathy for du Plessis after 'obvious' tampering: ICC boss
Faf du Plessis has received no sympathy from his fellow South African Dave Richardson, with the ICC boss describing his ball tampering from the Hobart Test as "pretty obvious".
Smith given a big say in new-look Test team: Waugh
National selector Mark Waugh says Steve Smith ought be excited about the overhaul of his under-performing team, revealing the embattled captain had "a big input" into ...
Proteas to appeal Faf du Plessis guilty verdict
South Africa captain Faf du Plessis is free to play in the third Test despite being found guilty of ball tampering by the International Cricket Council.
Debutant Maddinson 'can win games like Warner'
Former Australian vice-captain Brad Haddin believes Test newcomer Nic Maddinson can become a match-winner in the mould of David Warner.
Test call-ups no comparison to past era
Poor old Michael Bevan must be shaking his head in disbelief - statistically speaking, the current crop of Test call-ups would have struggled to make the Australian A side in ...
'It will hoop': the challenge confronting Australia's newbie batsmen
Australia's new era of batsmen are set to confront the demons that have haunted their predecessors when they debut in conditions expected to provide "hooping" swing for the ...
For those in the know, Renshaw's Test selection was not a surprise
A rare dedication to his craft left his junior coaches convinced that Australia's newest Test opener was always destined to fulfil his cricketing ambitions.
Jackson Bird confused at initial Test snub
Like many, fast bowler Jackson Bird was confused when he learned his batting initially cost him an Australian Test slot.
Poor output since Brisbane move raises questions
There is a strong argument to say no graduates since the national academy system moved to Brisbane would make a 21st century Test team.
Warner has no sympathy for Proteas skipper
Warner accepts his team has been comprehensively outplayed by the Proteas but has not been impressed by their behaviour.
Lehmann: Losing streak will make Smith a better captain
Coach Darren Lehmann says Steve Smith will be a better captain for the having dealt with adversity in the past four months.
Ferguson keen to avoid one-Test wonder tag
Callum Ferguson is under no illusions about what is required if he is to avoid becoming Australia's latest one-Test wonder.
Du Plessis to face ball tampering hearing in Adelaide
South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis will face an ICC hearing at Adelaide Oval on Tuesday afternoon to answer allegations of ball tampering from the second Test in Hobart.
Security roughs up journalist asking du Plessis question
South African captain Faf du Plessis is expecting to play in the third Test as the Proteas' indignation at their leader's ball-tampering charge turned ugly on Monday.
That selection was fun. Now what?
When Trevor Hohns awoke, his head was throbbing. Groaning, he hauled himself into the sitting position. Bit by bit, the room came into focus. Paper was strewn everywhere, ...
England collapse hands India big second Test win
Home team sealed a comprehensive victory after lunch on the fifth and final day, dismissing England for 158 in 97.3 overs.
South Africa have lost the plot and their security guard should be sent home
The indignance of their players at accusations of ball tampering against Faf du Plessis difficult enough to swallow, but the thuggish behaviour of their touring security guard ...