Sixers slump to record nine-wicket BBL final loss
The Sydney Sixers' Big Bash dream is over after a humiliating loss to Perth Scorchers at the WACA.
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Heazlett's shock selection criticised
Australia's decision to pick little-known Queenslander Sam Heazlett as Steve Smith's replacement for the Chappell-Hadlee one-day series has sparked criticism from former Test ...
Live BBL final: Perth Scorchers host Sydney Sixers
Follow our live match tracker for stats, commentary and more as Perth host Sydney in the finale of the Big Bash League.
Bowlers fire as Sixers claim maiden women's title
The Sydney Sixers are WBBL champions after prevailing over the Perth Scorchers at the WACA.
Big Bash team of the tournament
As the sixth edition of the Big Bash came to a close on Saturday night, we named our team of the tournament.
Pat Cummins says learning to relax was the key to his comeback
Injury free for the first time in five seasons, Pat Cummins has credited his triumphant return this summer to one simple thing: relaxation.
Homesick Australians will be deemed 'weak', says Indian spinning ace
Steve Smith's touring squad will be perceived to be "weak" should it complain of homesickness during next month's demanding tour of India.
Aussie signs on as Windies coach
Former Australia batsman Stuart Law is the new West Indies head coach.
The cricket season is far from over, so what are these footy ruffians doing?
The football seasons just get longer and longer. Gentlemen of the game played in heaven, February is NOT winter. It's hot and humid – perfect cricket weather!
Sixers spinners sweat on dry WACA wicket
Perth's heat and a dry WACA surface could play into the hands of the visiting Sydney Sixers in Saturday's BBL final, according to spinner Johan Botha.
Nevill has overcome physical and emotional pain, and is ready for another crack at Test team
If Peter Nevill was to describe his summer of cricket, the word painful would be peppered throughout the discussion.
Players praise bigger BBL, but say pay structure must stay
Australia's cricketers have praised Cricket Australia for helping to make the Big Bash League a success – at a time when they are fighting to retain the payment system they ...
Wade to skipper Australia after injury setback for Smith
Matthew Wade will captain Australia on the one-day international tour of New Zealand after Steve Smith's withdrawal due to injury dealt another major blow to the relevance of ...
Mores games Big Bashes the door down for Manuka
Cricket ACT wants the Sydney Thunder to descend on Canberra for the next BBL.
Bowlers need safety nets in Twenty20's evolution
If you are a bit of a galoot at a golf driving range, the fun thing to do is aim some shots at the cart driving around sweeping up balls. The prank is only conceivable because ...
Sixers eye WBBL crown
Lessons learnt from last year's decider and a record-breaking semi-final win have the Sydney Sixers poised to claim their maiden Women's Big Bash title against Perth on Saturday.
More early starts an option for bigger Bash
Cricket Australia says more afternoon and twilight Big Bash League matches will be considered in an attempt to squeeze an extra eight games into the BBL season without it ...
Behrendorff in line for shock BBL final inclusion
Fit-again Perth Scorchers paceman Jason Behrendorff is looming as a shock inclusion for Saturday's Big Bash League final against the Sydney Sixers at the WACA Ground.
Brothers at arms: Lyon, Johnson to square off for first time
Nathan Lyon will be up against "big brother" Mitchell Johnson for the first time in the BBL final.
Australia will struggle in India: Ponting
Ricky Ponting has given Australia little chance of upsetting India on the subcontinent, saying a competitive loss in the four-Test series will be a satisfactory result.
Bigger Bash: League announces expansion plans
The Big Bash League is set to expand from next season, with an additional eight matches being added to the competition, Cricket Australia announced on Friday.
'Hopefully I did the little man proud': Head pays tribute to mate Hughes
Upon reaching his first one-day international century for Australia, Travis Head looked to the heavens. There could be little mistaking the reason.
Records tumble as Australia end series with a bang
It was Australia Day on Thursday, and it seemed to have coincided with David Warner week.
Live: Australia v Pakistan, 5th ODI
Join us for live coverage of the fifth and final ODI between Australia and Pakistan.
Players should be allowed to choose when and where they play
The Big Bash League has again been the biggest success story of the Australian summer but it is running into serious problems
Botha cops fine after catch controversy
DRS won't be introduced into the Big Bash any time soon, despite Johan Botha's controversial dismissal.
Gardner shooting for the Stars
Ashleigh Gardner is on the verge of national selection after a superb Big Bash season.
Lehmann on safe ground but why's he so grumpy?
The Australian team's stocks have risen in the past two months, so too those of coach Darren Lehmann – even if you could not tell by his combative behaviour.
Umpire calls for KP to be banned over BBL comments
Kevin Pietersen should be suspended for on-air comments criticising an umpiring decision during a BBL match, a former Test umpire says.
Henriques blasts Sixers to BBL final in super over thriller
The Sydney Sixers have won a super over thriller to progress to Saturday's Big Bash final.