Zak Crawley admits outclassed England are ‘staring down the barrel’ A series defeat looms inside three Tests despite opener Crawley ditching his typical expansiveness in a dogged 85 in Adelaide. The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2025
England require Ashes miracle but avoid further humiliation as Australia on verge of victory England were left on 207 for 6, needing a 228-run miracle on day five in Adelaide, while Australia require four more wickets to seal a 3-0 lead The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2025
Zak Crawley and Joe Root show fight as England battle to avoid Adelaide defeat The tourists face a monumental target of 435 to achieve an almost unthinkable comeback. The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2025
'As good as it gets': Aussie plucks Ashes screamer Australia's Marnus Labuschagne has taken a one-handed screamer of a catch against England that left a world-renowned fielder in awe. AAP · Dec 20, 2025
Ashes look secure, but what is Australia's best XI? Australia began the summer with great uncertainty over their best Test XI, and they could wrap up the Ashes urn no closer to finding the answers. AAP · Dec 19, 2025
Alex Carey’s sparkling Ashes century steadies Australia after England strike early in heat The hosts edged the opening day in Adelaide but England could be positive after a standout spell from Jofra Archer, who took 3-29 in Australia’s 326-8 The Guardian - UK · Dec 17, 2025
Jofra Archer impresses but Alex Carey ensures Australia stay strong in Adelaide Australia ended the opening day of the third Test on 326-8 after winning the toss The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2025
Usman Khawaja defies cricketing obituaries to seize unexpected chance in third Ashes Test Khawaja, who turns 39 years old on day two of the Adelaide Test, wasn’t initially selected but stepped up when Steve Smith was forced to withdraw The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2025
Australia vs England 3rd Test: Ashes prediction, betting tips & odds Jonathan Doidge takes a look at the best Ashes betting odds on the Third Test in Adelaide with England needing a win to keep the series alive The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2025
Pat Cummins primed for return as Australia name squad for third Ashes Test Captain expected to be back at the helm in Adelaide while opener Usman Khawaja remains in the frame despite back injury concerns The Guardian - AU · Dec 10, 2025
Australia ponder surprise new role for Khawaja Australia are considering recalling Usman Khawaja into the middle order for the third Ashes Test, says coach Andrew McDonald. AAP · Dec 9, 2025
Big praise for opening pair as Khawaja call looms Australia will be in for a selection dilemma if Usman Khawaja recovers from his back injury in time for the third Ashes Test, to be played at Adelaide Oval. AAP · Dec 8, 2025
Gabba moment that gives Marnus confidence of kicking on Marnus Labuschagne was very impressed by the work of two lower-order batters in Australia's second Ashes Test victory at the Gabba. AAP · Dec 8, 2025
Your Guardian sport weekend: F1 finale, the Ashes and Premier League Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports The Guardian - UK · Dec 5, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Dec 5, 2025 England rue five dropped catches as Australia build lead in second Ashes Test Shelled catches frustrated England’s bowlers as Australia ended day two with a 44-run lead after half-centuries for Jake Weatherald, Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith
The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025 England fighting to keep Australia in check as bowlers toil The hosts made serious inroads on England’s 334 as they feasted on some wayward fare with the pink ball.
The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025 Australia turn up the heat with rapid response in second Test Australia raced to 130 for one in just 21 overs before the tea break.
Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2025 Ashes: Australia take control of second Test despite Will Jacks' brilliance All-rounder took one of the great catches to dismiss Steve Smith, but five others went down as the tourists’ fluffed their chances in the field
The Guardian - AU · Dec 1, 2025 Marnus Labuschagne backs Australia’s pink ball experience to tell in second Ashes Test Marnus Labuschagne has admitted that Australia’s experience of playing day-night Tests will see them start the Gabba Test with an in-built advantage
AAP · Dec 1, 2025 Why Labuschagne won't give Khawaja advice amid scrutiny As the previous Australian batter to find his place in the Test side under scrutiny, Marnus Labuschagne knows how Usman Khawaja is feeling.
AAP · Nov 27, 2025 Marnus finds 'second phase mojo', best to come: coach Marnus Labuschagne's batting coach Neil D'Costa explains how his pupil rediscovered his batting DNA and is now ready to enter another rich vein of Test form.
AAP · Nov 23, 2025 Weatherald 'pumped' despite rollercoaster Test debut Rocked by a second-ball duck on Test debut, new Australia opener Jake Weatherald backed himself in during the second innings of an extraordinary Ashes opener.
AAP · Nov 22, 2025 Khawaja's back spasms the 'best he's ever had' Travis Head has cracked the equal sixth fastest Test century - but the magical moment wouldn't have happened if it wasn't for Usman Khawaja's back injury.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 21, 2025 England’s fab five bully Australia’s finest with faultless display of raw aggression By the time Mark Wood replaced Jofra Archer the only thing Steve Smith seemed to know for certain was that he wanted to be at the non-striker’s end
The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2025 Who is Brydon Carse? England quick takes plaudits on opening day of Ashes Carse took two wickets to help spearhead England’s recovery in Perth