Cricket NSW board member stands down over hitting claim

The Cricket NSW director at the centre of a grade cricket controversy has stood down from the board after being reported on the weekend.

'Benchmark': Warner's high praise for England

Australia vice-captain David Warner says England are now the "benchmark" of one-day international cricket and slammed suggestions the team's defeat in the series opener was due to an Ashes hangover.

'Can't believe what I'm seeing': Another obstructing the field controversy

Cricket's obstructing the field laws are set to come under the spotlight again after another player was given out to the contentious mode of dismissal, this time at the under 19 World Cup.

Cricket NSW director Bhandari reported for allegedly hitting opponent

A Cricket NSW board member has been reported after allegedly hitting an opponent during a Sydney second grade game on the weekend.

Australia's new-look middle order passes first test in opening ODI

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For those who watch Australia play one-day cricket all year round there was a point on Sunday when it seemed like Channel Nine was putting on a rerun.

Starc to challenge Smith, Warner as Australia's highest IPL earner

Star paceman Mitchell Starc is set to challenge Steve Smith and David Warner as Australia's highest paid player ever in the Indian Premier League.

Shock ODI recall: Maxwell's pain is White's gain

Glenn Maxwell has been sent another stern message from the Australian hierarchy after being snubbed for the second time in just over a week as selectors pulled another shock move on Thursday.

'Very active line of inquiry': MCC looking at drop-in pitch for Lord's

The Marylebone Cricket Club, owner of Lord's, is investigating the merits of drop-in pitches with the view of installing them at the venue dubbed "the home of cricket".

Changes flagged for future Ashes tours

England players could be given berths in Cricket Australia's Futures League competition as part of an agreement between the two boards aimed at making the Ashes more competitive.