First Kohli, now the Poms: Proof Konstas is already under their skin
England are not quite sure what to make of Sam Konstas. That’s part of his charm and why opponents find him unsettling and irritating, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
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Shane Warne was allowed to bring a carton of Benson and Hedges cigarettes to Australia’s boot camp in 2006. Broncos players will be afforded a sleeping bag and little else on their boot camp.
Test cult hero on standby for Champs Trophy call-up
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SCG rating to spark ‘hellfire’ Ashes decks
The rating of Sydney’s controversial Test pitch as “satisfactory” has opened the door for more hellfire decks and fast bowling blitzes in next summer’s Ashes.
Australia backs Afghanistan double standard in face of global anger
Cricket Australia has doubled down on its controversial policy to play Afghanistan in global tournaments in the face of mounting opposition in England and South Africa to the Taliban’s treatment of women.
Generation Next… Or Now? Inside Australia’s rapid squad refresh
Australia’s selections for the Sri Lanka tour are a sign they have their eyes on the future, as much as the present. Generation Next is quickly becoming Generation Now, writes Robert Craddock.
Hell and back: The final chapter of Steve Smith’s redemption
You would not have tipped it seven long years ago when banned by Cricket Australia for two years after the Sandpapergate scandal – but Steve Smith’s redemption story is almost complete.
The saddest detail about Australia’s tour of Sri Lanka
Legendary Australian cricketer Shane Warne was taken way too soon for all sorts of reasons – but his death didn’t just rob cricket of its greatest leg-spinner. And a sad reminder will resurface on Australia’s tour of Sri Lanka.
Surprise Head call which could rock Konstas’ immediate future
Australia’s most in-form Test batter has left selectors mulling a major gamble, which could impact the team’s youngest player and have a ripple effect through the entire squad.
Sledges, shoulders, stars: Series awards from fiery Aus-Ind contest
The greatest Test series Australia has played in since the 2005 Ashes provided several moments that will take pride of place in the annals of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. ROBERT CRADDOCK reveals his series awards.
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