The Latest Breaking News from Ashton Agar

Former Test opener Ed Cowan says first Test loss to India shows 'how far away' Australia is, requiring immediate changes

Former Test opener Ed Cowan says the loss in Nagpur shows how far Australia is from the mark in Indian conditions — he calls for Travis Head to come in for the second Test, and a bolter from outside the squad who is being flown in.

ABC News · Feb 12, 2023

Ian Healy: Two off-spinners in side left Australia with absolutely no variation

MELBOURNE: Australian cricket legend Ian Healy is shocked by the team management's decision to include two off-spinners -- Nathan Lyon and young Todd Murphy -- who have almost similar action and have left the visitors shorn of variety and variation in the slow-bowling department.

The Times of India · Feb 10, 2023

India vs Australia, 1st Test: Steve O'Keefe praises Australia's decision to include debutant spinner Todd Murphy in playing eleven

Australia picked a second off-spinner in their playing eleven in the form of debutant Todd Murphy for the first Test against hosts India, which began in Nagpur on Thursday, and the move was praised by former Australia left-arm spinner Steve O'Keefe.

The Times of India · Feb 9, 2023

Our fast bowlers have been good in all conditions: Pat Cummins

NEW DELHI: While there is so much talk about spin bowling, Australia captain Pat Cummins said his side should not forget about their intimidating pace bowling attack.

The Times of India · Feb 4, 2023

Injuries to Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah make India more vulnerable at home this time: Greg Chappell

NEW DELHI: Former Australia batting great Greg Chappell believes injuries to key players like Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah has made India "vulnerable" this time and Australia can win the upcoming high-profile four-match Test series.

The Times of India · Feb 4, 2023

Australia will miss Adam Zampa's ability to zip ball against India: Sridharan Sriram

BENGALURU: Former Australia assistant coach Sridharan Sriram is disappointed that spinner Adam Zampa is not with the touring team for the four-match Test series against India beginning on February 9.

The Times of India · Feb 3, 2023

Australia coach Andrew McDonald reveals Cameron Green could still play in opening Test against India

As Australia ramp up preparations for their tour of India, coach Andrew McDonald has revealed Cameron Green could play in the first Test.

ABC News · Jan 30, 2023

Nathan Lyon-Ashton Agar Australia's best spin formula to win in India: Darren Lehmann

SYDNEY: Left-arm spinner Ashton Agar could be Australia's X-factor and should be considered as their "second spinner" in pursuit of the team's first Test win in India since 2017, feels former coach Darren Lehmann.

The Times of India · Jan 23, 2023

Scorchers hopeful of Richardson BBL return

Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges faces a series of selection dilemmas heading into Saturday's qualifying final against the Sydney Sixers at Optus Stadium.

AAP · Jan 22, 2023

Thunder crash in David Warner's BBL return

The Sydney Thunder have been bowled out for 111 as David Warner scored 19 off 20 balls in his first Big Bash League game in almost a decade.

AAP · Jan 13, 2023