‘Desperately disappointed’ Mark Wood ruled out of Ashes with knee injury as England call up replacement Australia, meanwhile, have ruled Josh Hazlewood out of the final three Tests The Independent UK · Dec 9, 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
Mitchell Starc hailed as ‘greatest lefty of all time’ after piling more Ashes pain on England The Australian seamer top scored with 77 and took two England wickets on the third day of the second Ashes Test to put the hosts on the verge of victory The Guardian - UK · Dec 6, 2025
Relieved Richardson ready for Test cricket again Jhye Richardson has been the unlucky man in Australia's bowling attack for the past four years, but he says his pace and swing is back after shoulder surgery. AAP · Dec 6, 2025
Hazlewood setback puts pace attack reunion in limbo An achilles complaint has halted the progress of Australia paceman Josh Hazlewood, who will not recommence running and bowling until next week. AAP · Dec 5, 2025
Mitchell Starc continues his mission to wreck England’s Ashes hopes in Brisbane Root, still chasing an elusive first century on Australian soil, is crucial to English hopes as the game moves towards its night-time phase. The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025
Lyon 'absolutely filthy' with axing for Gabba Test Nathan Lyon was unhappy about being dropped for the first time in a home Test since 2012, as George Bailey revealed why Pat Cummins was a late scratching. AAP · Dec 4, 2025
Richardson takes next step towards Test comeback Jhye Richardson has been included in the Australia A squad to face the England Lions at Allan Border Field. AAP · Dec 4, 2025
Ashes: Joe Root hits first Test century in Australia amid chaotic start to second Test Matthew Hayden’s blushes spared as Root takes full advantage of early reprieve with sparkling ton at the Gabba Evening Standard · Dec 4, 2025
Zak Crawley and Joe Root mount England fightback after two early wickets England reached 98 for two at tea in the Brisbane day-night second Ashes Test after losing Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope for ducks. The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025
Australia keep mind games alive before XI unveiled The Pat Cummins mystery was finally put to bed before the surprise swap of Nathan Lyon and Michael Neser kept Australia's team under wraps until the Gabba toss. AAP · Dec 4, 2025
Starc, Root star on seesawing first day of Gabba Test The second Ashes Test has begun with Mitchell Starc and Joe Root standing up for their respective sides. AAP · Dec 4, 2025
Australia v England: Ashes second Test, day one – as it happened Advantage England as Joe Root hits his first hundred on Australian soil in the second Test at Brisbane. The Guardian - AU · Dec 4, 2025
Cummins conundrum is key as Australia try not to overthink tactics Will the captain return? Will Nathan Lyon play? Who will open? Ashes hostilities are renewed and the hosts don’t need to ask too many questions The Guardian - AU · Dec 3, 2025
The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2025 Ashes 2025 live score: Root and Archer boost England with late blitz after Starc’s pink-ball masterclass Ben Stokes’ side eye redemption at the iconic Brisbane stadium after a humiliating first Test loss to Australia inside two days
The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2025 Australia weigh up shock selection call for second Ashes Test IN FULL
Evening Standard · Dec 3, 2025 Pat Cummins latest: Steve Smith hints at surprise Australia boost ahead of second Ashes Test The Australia captain was left out of the squad which was named last week
The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2025 Australia captain Pat Cummins leaves door ajar for dramatic comeback in Brisbane Cummins missed his side’s victory in Perth with a back injury and was subsequently omitted from the squad for this week’s day/nigher at the Gabba
AAP · Dec 3, 2025 Jacks gives England tactical shift for Gabba: Stokes England captain Ben Stokes insists the all-round talents of Will Jacks will suit the Gabba as he rejects suggestions his bowlers are already fatigued.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 3, 2025 Pat Cummins poised to return for Australia in second Ashes Test at Gabba Steve Smith hints fast bowler may be late call-up in Brisbane, while Josh Inglis is favoured to replace injured Usman Khawaja
The Guardian - UK · Dec 2, 2025 Strengthened Australia welcome England to Gabbatoir in pivotal Ashes week Ben Stokes is still bullish but the omens suggests pink-ball Test could be a nightmare on Vulture Street
The Independent UK · Dec 2, 2025 Michael Vaughan reveals ‘worry’ for England ahead of second Ashes Test Michael Vaughan is concerned for England as they head into the second Ashes Test in Brisbane
The Guardian - UK · Nov 30, 2025 Joe Root not a fan of day-night Ashes Test but aware he needs to shine under lights Joe Root said the Ashes did not need a day-night Test but he must rise to the challenge of playing under the lights at the Gabba
The Guardian - UK · Nov 30, 2025 Head ready to open again in second Ashes Test and says flexible batters will be key Travis Head arrived in Brisbane with the belief that the future of Test cricket lies in the hands of batters who can flex into a variety of positions
AAP · Nov 30, 2025 Head says he can work in any role in Australian order Travis Head has arrived in Brisbane unsure if he will open or bat No.5 for Australia in the second Ashes Test, but is happy to be fluid between the roles.