Calamitous run out ends stunning Stoinis-led comeback
Marcus Stoinis belted a remarkable maiden ODI ton in Auckland on Monday but couldn't stop Australia suffering a dramatic six-run loss to New Zealand.
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I haven't thought about Test cricket since axing: Maddinson
Nic Maddinson says he hasn't thought about playing Test cricket since he was dumped from the Australian team.
Shield cricketers ready to 'duke' it out ahead of 2019 Ashes tour
Preparations for the 2019 Ashes tour begin in earnest this week when the English Duke cricket balls are unleashed in the Sheffield Shield - but Australia's best players will ...
Australia take on the Kiwis in the first ODI in Auckland
Fresh from a convincing series win against Pakistan, Australia take on New Zealand for the first of three ODIs, starting at Eden Park, Auckland. Follow live for all the action.
Mitchell Johnson could make shock comeback to international T20
Perth Scorchers championship winning coach Justin Langer is headed for a discussion to convince firebrand speedster Mitchell Johnson into extending his stunning comeback to ...
England rage at Indian umpire
An agonisingly close thing for England, but at the climax the defining emotion was not disappointment, but anger. Anger at themselves for failing to close out what had seemed ...
Wade a late withdrawal in ODI because of back spasms
Australia's one-day side has been dealt another blow, this time with stand-in skipper Matthew Wade waking up with a back injury and being forced out of Monday's clash against ...
Sixers import Kim Garth the accidental hero
Kim Garth came to Australia to train with the Sixers three weeks ago and will leave with a WBBL medal.
Mitchell Starc aims to repeat World Cup mayhem
Mitchell Starc has only played one international match in New Zealand, but it's no secret he's a fan of the country's swinging conditions.
Renshaw to get tips from Hayden on India
Australian Test opener Matt Renshaw is seeking the counsel of former great Matthew Hayden for tips on how to conquer spin in India as he embarks on his first Test tour.
'Attitude is all important': Gilchrist's advice on how to handle seven weeks in India
The last man to lead Australia to success in India, Adam Gilchrist, has told the country's Test players they need to embrace the country's people and culture if they are to ...
Johnson expects Australia to go slow in India
Mitchell Johnson says he wouldn't be surprised if Australia played three spinners in India.
Klinger deserves Australia call-up: Langer
Perth Scorchers coach Justin Langer says he'll do everything he can to ensure veteran batsman Michael Klinger gets a long-awaited call-up into Australia's T20 squad.
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.
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.
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.
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 ...