Tasmania dig in to deny NSW a speedy Shield kill After NSW declared on 9-500, a first-innings lead of 255 runs, Tasmania fought back and had eight wickets in hand at stumps heading into the last day. AAP · Oct 10
NSW take control over Tasmania with Davies double-ton Tasmania are on the back foot heading into day three of their Sheffield Shield clash with NSW following centuries from Ollie Davies and Jack Edwards. AAP · Oct 9
SA vs AUS, 3rd ODI 2026: Live streaming, playing 11, match time, venue, pitch report and weather forecast South Africa vs Australia Predicted Playing 11: In a thrilling showdown, South Africa is set to clash with Australia in the third ODI at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom. With the Proteas leading the series 2-0, they seek to clinch a clean sweep. Playing elevens from both sides are confirmed, and the… The Economic Times · Sep 30
'Outplayed': Marsh unhappy at Aussie ODI capitulation Captain Mitch Marsh blasted a quickfire 60 but said his Australian side were "outplayed", losing wickets tamely as South Africa comfortably won the first ODI. AAP · Sep 24
'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. AAP · Aug 31
‘I was scared I was going mad’: Meg Mason speaks to fellow authors about the parasocial relationships that begin on the page As a lonely teenager, the novels of Nancy Mitford offered the Sorrow and Bliss author a lifeline, and an imaginary friend. She explores why reading can create a particularly intense bond with a favourite writer The Guardian - UK · Aug 23
10 best commuter books, chosen by TikTok literary critic Jack Edwards Known as the internet’s resident librarian, Jack Edwards reveals his top 10 reads for the train Evening Standard · Aug 11
The US had the biggest opportunity in the history of American soccer. They wasted it The USA men’s run at a home World Cup had attracted people who usually ignore soccer. Instead of triumph, they saw a humbling by Belgium The Guardian - US · Jul 7
Queen joins celebrations at British Library to mark National Year of Reading Camilla gathered with 150 volunteers and schoolchildren at the event in London. The Independent UK · Jun 3
‘Last year I read 137 books’: could setting targets help you put down your phone and pick up a book? BookTok influencer Jack Edwards motivates himself with reading goals – and he’s not alone. Authors and avid readers discuss the rise of metrics, and reveal how many books they finished last year The Guardian - UK · Feb 21
Test bat Weatherald back in the runs for Tasmania Jake Weatherald scored 95 to end a run of 10 innings without a half-century, but Tasmania are struggling to avoid defeat by NSW in their Shield match. AAP · Feb 18
Philippe sparks NSW in Shield clash with Tas Josh Philippe has scored a half century to put NSW in a strong position after a rain-ravaged second day of their Sheffield Shield cricket match in Hobart. AAP · Feb 17
Patterson's milestone century puts NSW in control NSW set South Australia an improbable 446 to win their Sheffield Shield contest after Kurtis Patterson belted 173 no for the home side at the SCG. AAP · Feb 7
Milestone man Patterson raises his bat in Shield clash Milestone man Kurtis Patterson raised his bat for a half-century as NSW took the lead in their Sheffield Shield clash with South Australia at the SCG. AAP · Feb 6
AAP · Jan 29 Zampa warns of World Cup trial by spin in Sri Lanka White-ball spin king Adam Zampa says Australia's much-changed team's tough night in the T20I loss to Pakistan highlights the challenge waiting at the World Cup.
AAP · Jan 29 Zampa four-fer can't save Aussies in Pakistan defeat With three new faces in their team, Travis Head's Australia have succumbed to a 22-run defeat against Pakistan in their first T20 international in Lahore.
AAP · Jan 22 Smith heroics power Sixers past 'Canes, into BBL final Steve Smith and Joel Davies were the key men as the Sydney Sixers stormed into the Big Bash League final with a win over the Hobart Hurricanes.
AAP · Jan 22 Red-hot Steve Smith 'due to fail': Hurricanes captain Red-hot opening batter Steve Smith is set to have a big say on whether the Sydney Sixers can defeat the Hobart Hurricanes and advance to the BBL final.
AAP · Jan 21 Warner named captain in BBL team of tournament David Warner has been selected as captain of the Big Bash team of the tournament after scoring more runs than any other player in the league this summer.
AAP · Jan 20 Scorchers crush Sixers to move into BBL decider Mahli Beardman took 3-20 including the key scalp of Steve Smith to help Perth skittle the Sydney Sixers for 99 and book a spot in the BBL decider.
AAP · Jan 19 Australia rest five big guns for Pakistan T20 series Fast bowlers Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood are among five key players to be rested for Australia's three-match T20 series in Pakistan.
AAP · Dec 26, 2025 Harper breaks BBL records in maiden Stars century Sam Harper has blazed a 50-ball century to lead Melbourne Stars to their third straight win to start the BBL season, a seven-wicket defeat of the Sydney Sixers.
AAP · Dec 20, 2025 Sixers dominate Thunder for BBL Sydney derby win A Sydney Sixers stalwart has forged a huge batting partnership with their marquee international signing to inspire victory over BBL rivals the Sydney Thunder.
AAP · Dec 14, 2025 Connolly stars as Scorchers down Babar Azam's Sixers Cooper Connolly has blasted an important half-century to lead the Perth Scorchers to a five-wicket win over the Sydney Sixers in a rain-affected clash.
AAP · Dec 6, 2025 Stobo's stunning spell helps NSW seize control at SCG NSW are putting in a ruthless Sheffield Shield performance against an undermanned Queensland, heading towards a crucial win at the SCG.