Head back in the game as Aussies cane Zimbabwe A return to form from centurion Travis Head has led the way as Australia overpowered Zimbabwe by 84 runs in Harare to clinch the ODI series victory. AAP · Sep 18
Why Australia believe Smith can thrive in South Africa Australia's players are adamant crowd abuse won't faze them in South Africa as they return for the first Test series there since "sandpaper-gate" in 2018. AAP · Sep 8
'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
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. AAP · Aug 31
Bangladesh 39-3 at lunch after Australia take 146-run lead in second Test Bangladesh reached 39 for three in their second innings at lunch. Australia paceman Mitchell Starc took two quick wickets to put Bangladesh under pressure. Opener Tanzid Hasan was caught for nine after a miscued pull shot. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto remained unbeaten on 23 at the break. Australia were… The Economic Times · Aug 23
Poor Test batting not the only issue facing Australia Australia were outplayed by Bangladesh in Darwin with the bat, ball and in the field but coach Andrew McDonald says it is not time for an emotional response. AAP · Aug 17
Bangladesh expose the cracks in Australia’s ageing Test machine Australia suffered a humiliating nine-wicket loss to Bangladesh in Darwin. This defeat has accelerated calls for regeneration of the ageing Test team. Opener Jake Weatherald and Marnus Labuschagne are reportedly in the firing line. Former captain Ricky Ponting believes tough decisions are now necessary for the squad. Selectors may look… The Economic Times · Aug 17
'Bangladesh outplayed us in all department': Australia skipper Pat Cummins after nine-wicket loss in Darwin Test Australia skipper Pat Cummins admitted that Bangladesh outplayed his side in all departments after suffering a nine-wicket defeat in the first Test in Darwin on Sunday. The Economic Times · Aug 16
'Wrong more than right': quick backs Cummins' toss call Australia's batsmen faced the toughest conditions on the opening day of the first Test but Josh Hazlewood insists captain Pat Cummins was right to bat first. AAP · Aug 15
"Win is definitely on our mind": Australia's Hazlewood defiant despite all odds vs Bangladesh at Darwin Australia trails Bangladesh by sixty-seven runs after day three of the first Test match. Josh Hazlewood believes a win remains possible if the pitch offers variable bounce. Bangladesh's bowlers made crucial inroads into Australia's top order on Saturday. Cameron Green and Alex Carey held firm to keep Australia in the… The Economic Times · Aug 15
Bangladesh closes in on historic win as Australia's batting woes return on Day 3 of 1st test Bangladesh is nearing a significant Test cricket victory against Australia. Australia trails by sixty-seven runs with four wickets down at stumps. Cameron Green and Alex Carey are batting to keep Australia afloat. Bangladesh needs six wickets to secure its first Test win in Australia. This series marks the start of… The Economic Times · Aug 15
Bangladesh close to historic Test win over Australia after strong Day 3 performace Bangladesh is close to achieving a historic Test victory against Australia. Australia trails by sixty-seven runs with four wickets down at stumps. Bangladesh had earlier extended its lead beyond two hundred runs in the first innings. Josh Hazlewood took six wickets, reaching three hundred Test wickets for Australia. The Australian… The Economic Times · Aug 15
'My job': Hazlewood joins 300-club with six-for Josh Hazlewood proved he has lost none of his vim, with his 6-89 making the paceman the ninth Australian bowler to take 300 Test wickets. AAP · Aug 15
Green, Carey keys to Aussies passing Bangladesh Test Australian allrounder Cameron Green prospered from a slice of luck to remain key to a rearguard fightback as Bangladesh stayed in charge of the first Test. AAP · Aug 15
AAP · Aug 14 Australia stunned as Bangladesh batters take charge Bangladesh are in prime position to push for a shock win over Australia after Tanzid Hasan's maiden Test century put the visitors in control of the first Test.
AAP · Aug 13 Bangladesh on top as Australia's batters fail again Bangladesh have dominated with ball and bat as six-wicket hero Hasan Mahmud helped roll Australia for 198 before the visitors reached 1-96 at stumps on day one.
AAP · Aug 12 Heat on Green as Australia name first Test side Australia want Cameron Green to back himself at No.5 as Scott Boland and Josh Inglis deal with missing selection for the first Test against Bangladesh.
AAP · Aug 5 Neser injures calf as Australia reveal India plans Australia fast bowler Michael Neser's calf injury has the veteran targeting a return for the South Africa tour.
AAP · Jul 30 Final frontiers drive Hazlewood in twilight years Test quick Josh Hazlewood wants to play alongside Scott Boland more often as he prepares to play home Tests for the first time since 2024.
AAP · Jul 21 Australia keep faith in opening bat, recall big guns Australia's selectors have kept the faith in opener Jake Weatherald and recalled a trio of big guns for the looming two-Test series against Bangladesh.
The Economic Times · Jun 27 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will handle attention well, fame and flash don't affect him: Kumar Sangakkara Rajasthan Royals' head coach Kumar Sangakkara believes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is unfazed by fame and possesses the mental fortitude for top-flight cricket. Sangakkara highlighted Sooryavanshi's love for batting and grounded nature, predicting him to be a significant force for Indian and world cricket. Dinesh Karthik also lauded the young batter's…
AAP · Jun 4 Cummins keen to play entirety of 'unprecedented' run Australia will play up to 21 Test matches in their busiest period on record and a fit-and-firing Pat Cummins is hopeful he won't have to rest from any of them.
AAP · Jun 3 Quick smart, Ellis stakes his claim for World Cup role Nathan Ellis's 4-33 in Lahore did more than bowl Australia to an ODI victory over Pakistan, it reminded the selectors he can be more than just a back-up.
The Economic Times · Jun 1 Andy Flower: The Luis Enrique of RCB, transforming team to back-to-back IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second IPL title consecutively. Coach Andy Flower is credited with this success. He transformed the team by focusing on structure and cohesion. Flower's approach has instilled confidence in both seasoned players and new talents. This cultural shift has been key to RCB's recent triumphs.
The Economic Times · Jun 1 Rajat Patidar Birthday: How the quiet performer transformed RCB into champions, leading them to consecutive IPL 2026 titles Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive Indian Premier League title in 2026. Captain Rajat Patidar guided the team to victory against Gujarat Titans. This win places RCB alongside Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians in defending their IPL crowns. The bowling unit performed consistently throughout the season. Patidar expressed…