Hazlewood triple-wicket maiden puts Australia on a roll Josh Hazlewood has claimed three wickets in an over to leave Pakistan 7-68 in their second innings, a lead of 82 over Australia after day three at the SCG. AAP · Jan 5, 2024
Rain halts play after Pakistan dismiss Australian openers in Sydney Test NEW DELHI: The third Test between Australia and Pakistan in Sydney witnessed a rain-interrupted second day after the visiting team managed to secure crucial wickets, including the dismissals of Australian openers David Warner and Usman Khawaja. The Times of India · Jan 4, 2024
Australia's Usman Khawaja completes 7,000 international runs Usman Khawaja completes 7,000 international runs in 118 matches with 17 centuries & 38 fifties. Australia 116/2 at Tea on day two of 3rd Test vs Pakistan. The Hindu · Jan 4, 2024
David Warner falls for 34 in farewell Test as Pakistan pressure Australia NEW DELHI: On the second day of the third Test in Sydney, David Warner's farewell innings came to an end as he was dismissed for 34, missing out on a century in his final Test match. The 37-year-old opening batsman left the Sydney Cricket Ground to a standing ovation from… The Times of India · Jan 4, 2024
Warner sacrificed image for Australia's sake: Khawaja If the retiring David Warner played the role of Test cricket villain, it was only for his teammates' sake, says long-time friend Usman Khawaja. AAP · Jan 4, 2024
Aussies bounce back from 4-16 to build handy MCG lead Mitch Marsh and Steve Smith steadied the ship after a rocky start, playing key roles as Australia built a 241-run lead over Pakistan by stumps on day three. AAP · Dec 28, 2023
Boxing Day Test: Australia take control as Pakistan flounder NEW DELHI: On the second day of the Boxing Day Test, Australia took the lead at the Melbourne Cricket Ground thanks to Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, leaving Pakistan trailing badly at 194-6. Pakistan were still 124 runs adrift. The Times of India · Dec 27, 2023
Cummins inspires Australia's MCG wicket frenzy Pat Cummins has ripped through Pakistan with three wickets late on day two to put Australia in a commanding position in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG. AAP · Dec 27, 2023
Labuschagne immovable as Australia frustrate Pakistan in second Test Marnus Labuschagne's glacial 44 off 120 balls helps Australia reach 187-3 on rain-disrupted day 1 vs Pakistan. The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023
Australia v Pakistan: Boxing Day Test, day two – as it happened Pakistan 194-6 at stumps after Australia rolled for 318 before lunch The Guardian - AU · Dec 26, 2023
Snapshot of day one of the second Test in Melbourne Pakistan sent Australia in to bat and Abdullah Shafique squandered an early chance to make inroads before a three-hour rain delay put a dampener on proceedings. AAP · Dec 26, 2023
Watch: Marnus Labuschagne chases away pigeons at the MCG NEW DELHI: Pigeons have been a regular feature at the Melbourne Cricket Ground since generations and the Boxing Day Test between Australia and Pakistan was no different. The Times of India · Dec 26, 2023
Usman Khawaja criticises ICC for ‘double standards’ after dove logo ban Opener highlights other cricketers who have displayed symbols including Marnus Labuschagne as Pat Cummins reiterates support The Guardian - AU · Dec 25, 2023
Unpredictable Perth pitch won't influence MCG's plans MCG head curator Matt Page insists he will not change his preparation for the Boxing Day Test despite the Optus Stadium pitch rapidly deteriorating last week. AAP · Dec 21, 2023
The Times of India · Dec 18, 2023 Marnus Labuschagne cleared for 'Boxing Day' Test after nasty blow NEW DELHI: Australia's Marnus Labuschagne, determined to overcome a nasty blow to his pinky finger in the series-opening victory against Pakistan, has been given the green light to play in the upcoming 'Boxing Day' Test.
AAP · Dec 18, 2023 Perth wicket wasn't a danger, says battered Labuschagne Marnus Labuschagne says his finger is feeling considerably better and he's in no doubt to face Pakistan in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 17, 2023 Australia crush Pakistan in first Test as Nathan Lyon takes 500th wicket – as it happened Australia completed a resounding 360-run victory over Pakistan on day four as spinner Nathan Lyon claimed his 500th Test wicket
AAP · Dec 17, 2023 Lyon snares Test scalp 500 as Australia crush Pakistan Australia have taken a 1-0 lead in their three-match series against Pakistan after cruising to a 360-run win in the first Test.
AAP · Dec 17, 2023 Labuschagne cleared of finger fracture, will play on Scans have cleared Marnus Labuschagne of a serious finger injury, paving the way for the Australia batter to field later in the first Test against Pakistan.
AAP · Dec 16, 2023 Bruised Smith to front up for more Pakistan bouncers Steve Smith will put his body on the line again on a testing pitch as Australia aim to build on a lead of 300 on day four of the first Test against Pakistan.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 16, 2023 Australia v Pakistan: first Test, day three – as it happened Over-by-over: Despite the loss of David Warner for a duck, Australia are slowly extending their lead after Pakistan’s batters crumbled
AAP · Dec 15, 2023 Mitch Marsh says 'thanks but no thanks' to opener role Allrounder Mitch Marsh says he's loving life batting at No.6 in the Test team, and he doesn't want to make the shift to opener when David Warner retires.
The Times of India · Dec 13, 2023 Nathan Lyon returns to Australia's playing XI for first Test against Pakistan NEW DELHI: Australia have unveiled their playing XI for the opening match of the ICC World Test Championship series against Pakistan, with Pat Cummins leading the team in their first international encounter of the summer.
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Warner has been a walking wicket for two years: Cowan Ed Cowan says his former Test teammate David Warner has been a walking wicket for the past two years and questions about his form are reasonable.
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Curator predicts fast, bouncy deck for Aussies in Perth The first Test between Australia and Pakistan at Perth's Optus Stadium will be played on a fast and bouncy wicket, according to curator Isaac McDonald.