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The Latest Breaking News on International Cricket

England on top as weather brings early end to first day of Sydney Test

Bad light and rain forced an early end to proceedings just before the tea break.

The Independent UK

Joe Root and Harry Brook rebuild England’s position after slow start in Sydney

Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell and Zak Crawley all fell quickly to make it 57 for three inside 13 overs.

The Independent UK

Damien Martyn back talking in 'miraculous' recovery

Australian cricket great Damien Martyn has been brought out of his induced come and is progressing well amid a battle with meningitis.

AAP

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Partners in time to stir up some sparks among the Ashes

The ever-adventurous Harry Brook and the somewhat more reliable Joe Root took England to 3-211 on day one in Sydney before a storm hit the SCG.

AAP

Steve Smith says he has no intention to follow Usman Khawaja into retirement

Khawaja will bow out from international cricket after the fifth Ashes Test against England

The Independent UK

England have final chance to change narrative in Sydney but it may be too late for McCullum and Stokes regime

England have misjudged nearly every aspect of this Ashes series and its hierarchy must now fight for their future

The Independent UK

Selectors eye left-field World Cup approach for Cummins

Pat Cummins' management of stress injuries in his back could mean he misses the start of Australia's T20 World Cup campaign, with selectors playing a long game.

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Stand-in skipper Smith makes call on Test future

Steve Smith will be part of Australia's side for the start of their lead up to the 2027 Ashes, with the veteran looking increasingly likely to play in England.

AAP

Reluctant trailblazer Khawaja confronts racial stereotypes before Sydney farewell

The first Muslim to play for Australia has been an inspiration for many in the way he has broken down barriers during his career

The Guardian - UK

'Be patient': Khawaja's transition message to selectors

Usman Khawaja has warned Australia's next transition period in Test cricket won't be easy, but urged selectors to show some patience as new faces come in.

AAP

England set to hand out Ashes debut with Shoaib Bashir also in contention for fifth Test squad

Potts and Bashir have both been named in a 12-man squad for Sunday’s fifth Test at Sydney, with Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes set to make a late call

The Independent UK

'It's personal': why Khawaja will keep speaking out

As Usman Khawaja's Test career comes to an end, his resolve to speak out about Islamophobia, Palestine and other issues is stronger than ever.

AAP

Why SCG will be a fitting farewell for true trailblazer

Usman Khawaja began his career as Australia's great hope and ends it as the people's champion. The 15 years between have been a rollercoaster.

AAP

Pakistan-born Australian Khawaja, set to retire from cricket, criticizes racial stereotypes

Veteran Australia batter Usman Khawaja has announced he will retire from international cricket after the fifth Ashes test beginning Sunday at the Sydney Cricket Ground

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The Guardian - AU

Usman Khawaja’s farewell shows how cricket can be an expression of character

Touching on his relationship with God, his family and racism, the Australian articulates how he became a better cricketer as he became a better man

The Guardian - AU

Damien Martyn showing ‘positive signs’ after being placed in induced coma with meningitis

Adam Gilchrist gives update on his friend and Australia teammate, as the former cricketer remains in a serious but stable condition in hospital

The Independent UK

Usman Khawaja details ‘racial stereotypes’ in Australian cricket ahead of final Test

The fifth Ashes Test in Khawaja’s hometown of Sydney will be the final act of a 15-year career in the Baggy Green

The Guardian - UK

Confused England not helping Jacob Bethell to flourish on bewildering Ashes tour

Batter has been thrown in at the deep end at No 3 and if the selectors have faith in a young player they should be doing everything to help them succeed

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The Guardian - AU

Usman Khawaja announces retirement from international cricket

Australian 39-year-old veteran will bat in fifth Ashes Test in Sydney after an impressive career of 87 Tests, scoring 6,206 runs to date

AAP

Murphy ready to be adaptable to thrive as spinner

It has never been harder to be a Test spinner in Australia, but Todd Murphy is confident a future remains with a little bit of adaptability.

AAP

'Don't gaslight me': Khawaja slams double standards

Usman Khawaja has announced the Sydney Test will be his 88th and final one, before turning the torch on the racial stereotyping that has surrounded his career.

The Guardian - AU

Sydney has a history of hosting Ashes comebacks – and launching dynasties

Classic New Year’s Tests offer clues for how England and Australia can end this series on their terms at the SCG and set up for the next

The Guardian - AU

Australia back injured stars as squad for T20 World Cup revealed

Cummins, Hazlewood and David named for India and Sri Lanka event with Matt Kuhnemann included in spin-heavy 15-player team

AAP

Kuhnemann in, BBL stars miss out in T20 World Cup squad

Australia have announced their squad for the T20 World Cup, with a couple of notable players failing to make the cut for the event in India and Sri Lanka.

The Independent UK

Former Australia batter Damien Martyn in induced coma after contracting meningitis

Martyn became unwell on Boxing Day and is being treated in a Brisbane hospital

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