Former Test captain's advice for axed Sam Konstas Former Australia captain Mark Taylor believes Sam Konstas will earn a Test recall if he ditches the ramp shot and goes back to what initially earned him a spot. AAP · Nov 7, 2025
Squad ratings: how much each Australia player can influence the Ashes series With captain Pat Cummins injured, it’s up to five-star stand-in Steve Smith, among others, to lead from the front when the series begins in Perth The Guardian - AU · Nov 5, 2025
Ben Stokes branded ‘Cocky Captain Complainer’ by Australian media as he arrives for Ashes showdown Ben Stokes has been targeted by the Australian media with just over two weeks until the Ashes gets underway The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2025
Welcome to Australia – media hit out at Ben Stokes on his arrival for the Ashes The build-up has begun in earnest to the first Test in Perth later this month. The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2025
Australia keep options open with Ashes squad selection containing few surprises The lineup for the Perth Test appears to be locked in after a question at the top of the order was answered and the dominoes tumbled further down The Guardian - AU · Nov 5, 2025
Australia recall Marnus Labuschagne for Ashes with three uncapped players in first Test squad Tasmania’s Weatherald or Labuschagne will replace the dropped Sam Konstas at the top of the order The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2025
Ashes bolter unlikely to play as Labuschagne returns Jake Weatherald has beaten out Matt Renshaw for a spot in Australia's 15-man squad for the first Ashes Test in Perth, with selectors keeping their options open. AAP · Nov 5, 2025
Webster fails again as Tasmania slide to Shield loss Australia's Test allrounder Beau Webster failed again with the bat for Tasmania in a heavy Sheffield Shield loss to Victoria. AAP · Oct 31, 2025
Webster out cheaply in Shield return as Vics take lead Victoria are trying to build a matchwinning lead as wickets again tumbled at the Junction Oval on day two of the Sheffield Shield game against Tasmania. AAP · Oct 29, 2025
Weatherald falls for duck, Webster returns in Shield After Beau Webster had a mixed day in the field for Tasmania, fellow Test hopeful Jake Weatherald was dismissed for a duck against Victoria. AAP · Oct 28, 2025
Webster's clear mindset key to securing Ashes Test spot Allrounder Beau Webster returns from injury for Tasmania in a battle to retain his Test spot but with a methodology that ensures the pressure won't faze him. AAP · Oct 27, 2025
Crunch time nears for Australia as selectors try to fit Ashes batting puzzle pieces together Plot twists have thrown up more uncertainty over which six batters will be included in the hosts’ squad just under a month out from the first Test The Guardian - AU · Oct 27, 2025
'Therein lies the challenge': Gilly on Konstas form Mentoring means a lot to Australian cricketing great Adam Gilchrist, who worked for several years with boxer Caitlin Parker before her historic Olympic medal. AAP · Oct 22, 2025
Webster back bowling, on track for timely Shield return Australia's selectors will name the squad for the first Ashes Test after the next Sheffield Shield round, and Tasmania now expect Beau Webster to return for it. AAP · Oct 19, 2025
AAP · Oct 18, 2025 Selectors look on positive side for Green's Ashes role Chief selector George Bailey has had his say on Cameron Green's side soreness, Pat Cummins' Ashes availability, and if Marnus Labuschagne could open again.
AAP · Oct 3, 2025 No restrictions: Green maps out Ashes bowling plan Star allrounder Cam Green says he's not feeling apprehensive ahead of his return to match bowling for the first time in 12 months.
AAP · Sep 19, 2025 Wade whirlwind powers Tigers past Vics Matthew Wade scored a 65-ball hundred and Mitch Owen had 50 inside five overs as Tasmania thumped Victoria in the One-Day Cup.
AAP · Sep 16, 2025 Ashes hopeful starts new audition with one-day century NSW batsman Kurtis Patterson, considered an outsider for an Ashes berth, has posted a century in a one-day loss to Tasmania.
AAP · Sep 5, 2025 Room for two: allrounders target Ashes double trouble Cameron Green and Beau Webster are Test incumbents, but both insist they can stay in the top six when Green returns to the bowling crease for the Ashes.
AAP · Aug 7, 2025 Snug fit: Beau signs again as 'dream' county recruit Australian Test allrounder Beau Webster has signed a deal to return to English county Warwickshire after a successful first spell with the Edgbaston-based club.
The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2025 Zen Malik and Beau Webster impress as Warwickshire see off Worcestershire The hosts chased down 393 at Edgbaston.
AAP · Jul 12, 2025 Opening woes roll on as Aussies collapse under lights It was a familiar tale as Sam Konstas and Usman Khawaja fell cheaply as Australia made just 225 on the opening night of the third Test against West Indies.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 5, 2025 Smith and Head build Australia’s lead over West Indies after Green steadies ship Australia have a lead of 254 after day three of the second Test in Grenada with three wickets standing, with Steve Smith top-scoring with 71
AAP · Jul 4, 2025 Aussie batting woes continue against Windies quicks Sam Konstas's struggles against the West Indies quicks have continued in the Caribbean, as Australia slumped at stumps on day two of the second Test.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 3, 2025 Carey and Webster steady Australia after more batting woe in West Indies Half-centuries to Beau Webster and Alex Carey have helped Australia to 286 after batting first in the second Test against the West Indies in Grenada