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'Fantastic role model': Strikers coach on Stokes

'Fantastic role model': Strikers coach on Stokes

Adelaide Strikers coach Tim Paine has no plans to raise Ben Stokes' off-field behaviour with the star Englishman when he arrives to play in the BBL.

Ben Stokes gives Adelaide Strikers massive BBL boost

Ben Stokes gives Adelaide Strikers massive BBL boost

Ben Stokes gives Adelaide Strikers massive BBL boost

Ben Stokes gives Adelaide Strikers massive BBL boost

The Big Bash League has received a giant boost with legendary England allrounder Ben Stokes committed to playing in Adelaide for the entire tournament.

'Wasn't space' for out-of-sorts batter in ODI squad

'Wasn't space' for out-of-sorts batter in ODI squad

'Wasn't space' for out-of-sorts batter in ODI squad

'Wasn't space' for out-of-sorts batter in ODI squad

Marnus Labuschagne's hopes of featuring in Australia's one-day World Cup defence in 2027 have dipped after he was dropped for this month's tour of South Africa.

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Aussies ready to handle hostile crowds in South Africa

Aussies ready to handle hostile crowds in South Africa

Hostile crowds likely await Australia on their first Test tour of South Africa since 2018, but Josh Hazlewood says there is a reason why it won't worry players.

Aussie stars sign for Women's Caribbean Premier League

Aussie stars sign for Women's Caribbean Premier League

The Women's Caribbean Premier League will feature four Australians, among a host of international stars, in this year's edition.

Aussie star is the top-ranked Test bowler in the world

Aussie star is the top-ranked Test bowler in the world

For the first time in his decorated cricket career, Australian superstar Mitchell Starc is the top-ranked Test bowler in the world.

Coach's alleged words to Test cricketer before head hit

Coach's alleged words to Test cricketer before head hit

A former Australian Test cricketer has launched legal action against his elite former school over its handling of a concussion 12 years ago.

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Overseas players no longer mandatory in new BBL rosters

Overseas players no longer mandatory in new BBL rosters

Overseas players no longer mandatory in new BBL rosters

Overseas players no longer mandatory in new BBL rosters

Big Bash League clubs will soon be able to start signing players for the 2026-27 season, but there will no longer be a requirement to pick up overseas talent.

'He is hungry': McSweeney not done yet on Test scene

'He is hungry': McSweeney not done yet on Test scene

'He is hungry': McSweeney not done yet on Test scene

'He is hungry': McSweeney not done yet on Test scene

Alex Carey has backed the under pressure batting lineup of Australia but says there are "great options" for selectors ahead of a heavy Test schedule.

Australia keep South Africa options open on Lyon king

Australia keep South Africa options open on Lyon king

Australia keep South Africa options open on Lyon king

Australia keep South Africa options open on Lyon king

Spinner Nathan Lyon is a man for all seasons, but whether he plays every red-ball Test in the future will be a match-by-match evaluation of conditions.

'Sitting ducks': Cummins admits batters were sub-par

'Sitting ducks': Cummins admits batters were sub-par

'Sitting ducks': Cummins admits batters were sub-par

'Sitting ducks': Cummins admits batters were sub-par

Marnus Labuschagne's struggles with the bat have been well documented, but Australia's inability to score big runs against Bangladesh hint at a wider issue.

Cummins reveals ODI plan ahead of Tests in South Africa

Cummins reveals ODI plan ahead of Tests in South Africa

Cummins reveals ODI plan ahead of Tests in South Africa

Cummins reveals ODI plan ahead of Tests in South Africa

Australia captain Pat Cummins has stressed the importance of the upcoming three-Test tour of South Africa and will use white-ball cricket to get ready to fire.

Starc leads Australia to crushing Test victory

Starc leads Australia to crushing Test victory

Starc leads Australia to crushing Test victory

Starc leads Australia to crushing Test victory

Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins have ripped the heart out of the Bangladesh batting order as Australia hit back to draw the series with a big Test win in Mackay.

Labuschagne form poses Test questions as Green shines

Labuschagne form poses Test questions as Green shines

Labuschagne form poses Test questions as Green shines

Labuschagne form poses Test questions as Green shines

Marnus Labuschagne's form has left his spot for the Test tour of South Africa in doubt as allrounder Cameron Green takes big strides forward.

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Dutch treat for polesitter Norris with Oscar fourth

Lando Norris has grabbed pole at the Dutch Grand Prix while teammate Oscar Piastri could only finish fourth after George Russell won the sprint.

Aussie quick reveals secrets to all-time Test record

Mitchell Starc has taken a wicket with the first ball of a Test match a record four times and the philosophy behind his approach has not changed in 15 years.

Bangladesh bite back after Starc sizzles for Australia

Two left-arm paceman - Mitchell Starc and Shoriful Islam - starred for Australia and Bangladesh as 18 wickets tumbled on the first day of the second Test.

Buoyant Bangladesh ready to back up historic Test win

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto will consider making a change to his bowling attack ahead of the second Test against Australia.

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Australia make just one change after Darwin debacle

Opener Matt Renshaw is the only change to the Australia XI to take on Bangladesh in the second Test in Mackay, with the pitch expected to assist the quicks.

'Hard to sit out': Green up for intense schedule

Cameron Green says Australia's hectic Test schedule ahead of next year's World Cup excites him as he draws on his 2023 experience to get through it.

Pakistan win 'unfit' pitch appeal after Aussie victory

International cricket chiefs have revoked the demerit point imposed on Pakistan's Gaddafi Stadium pitch after a low-scoring ODI win over Australia.

Ton of reasons why 'Camball' passed ultimate Test

Cameron Green has opened up on how he found the key to unlocking his best as a batter in Test cricket after his century in Darwin solidified his No.5 position.

After the talk, pundit Wellington walks the walk again

Amanda-Jade Wellington commentated on fellow Australians starring in The Hundred but has now roared back to business on the pitch in the county game.

'Stands out': Carey hits 50 Tests after turning point

Alex Carey is a must-pick in the Australia side as a gloveman but his batting alone justifies his place in the team after taking on every challenge with gusto.

'In a really good place': Renshaw ready for Test return

Alex Carey says recalled batter Matt Renshaw has the game to succeed in all conditions and has discussed the axing of Jake Weatherald ahead of the second Test.

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