Pucovski retirement blindsides cricket bosses
Despite acknowledging ongoing conversations with Will Pucovski for a long time, it’s understood Cricket Victoria were unaware he was announcing his retirement until it aired on radio.
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Heartbreak Kid: Pucovski’s sad place in Australian cricket history
Will Pucovski gets married on Friday and can move ahead without the ball and chain he had been dragging for the past decade. But the sadness will linger for cricket’s Heartbreak Kid, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
Cricket prodigy’s next move revealed after tragic retirement
Following the sad early retirement of Australian cricket star Will Pucovski, the prodigious talent is set to make an immediate switch this summer.
Cricket’s cold war nears end amid rumours of Khawaja quit threat
Usman Khawaja may yet finish his cricket career in Queensland as urgent crisis talks appeared to sooth his fiery feud with the Bulls – as rumours swirled of a shock switch for the veteran.
‘Lot to build on’: Star batter extends Heat stay
Brisbane Heat has locked in the services of a star batsman who was a shining light last season for another three years.
Marsh goes ballistic in IPL blitz
Mitch Marsh overcame a back injury to be allowed to play in the IPL as a batter only and has begun taking down every bowler he faces.
Test greats laud ‘one-Test wonder’ cricket prodigy
The once-promising cricket career of Will Pucovski is over at just 27 years of age, and some of Australia’s greats have praised the man who could have been one of the nation’s best.
Contract watch: Test prospect on radar, AFL clubs eye SA batter
Bolters to the Victorian squad, a Test prodigy on the radar of rival states and AFL clubs eyeing a batsman from SA for a code switch. Find out the latest moment in domestic cricket.
Test cricket heads to crocodile country, pressure on SCG
Test cricket is going off Broadway as a big city venue faces rising pressure to keep pace. The full schedule for the Australian summer has been revealed.
Starc claims T20 first to inspire IPL victory
Mitchell Starc was the star of the show as he claimed a T20 first in leading Delhi Capitals to an IPL victory, with fellow Australian Jake Fraser-McGurk also chiming in. FULL DETAILS
South Australia ends 29-year drought to win Sheffield Shield
Jason Sangha has steered South Australia home to claim a first Sheffield Shield in 29 years with a stirring century in front of their home fans.
Dual tons lead QLD fight back in Shield final against SA
Two Jacks have led a defiant Queensland fight back as the miracle of winning the Sheffield Shield after their first innings of 95 is now a very real possibility.
Labuschagne survives contentious call in Shield final
Marnus Labuschagne has again received his fair share of luck as Queensland provide some fight back to remain competitive in the Sheffield Shield final for which South Australia’s upper hand is evaporating.
The young stars to feature in Australia’s foray into T10 cricket
Seventeen-year-old Aryan Sharma will be in the action when Cricket Victoria launches T10 in Australia with a five-team tournament at the Junction Oval this month.
Locked in: Melbourne Stars usher in new era with shock GM choice
A former Fox Sports journalist and Cricket Australia media adviser has beaten a hot field to become the new general manager of Big Bash League under-performers the Melbourne Stars.
He’s out: Vics dump Renegades blaster Brown
Even before 2024-25 has gone into the books, Victorian Cricket has made its first move for next season, axing Melbourne Renegades opener Josh Brown as it starts to shape its next squad.
Cricket cash grab: Inside Australia’s bold billion-dollar BBL plan
A pitch to privatise the Big Bash League could enhance Australia’s T20 competition and provide it with the war chest to properly compete with overseas franchise leagues.
The new SuperCoach feature that won me $25,000
Teacher Locky Price turned his summer SuperCoach hobby into a jaw-dropping payday, outsmarting 56,000 players to clinch the BBL14 title and top prize. Here’s how a game-changing new feature played a pivotal role in his stunning win.
Nine players who can win your SuperCoach BBL Grand Final
The final round of SuperCoach BBL is upon us, with league titles and the $25,000 grand prize on the line. TIM MICHELL names the trade targets to take you to glory.
SuperCoach BBL: All aboard the Cane train for crucial double
The last two rounds of SuperCoach BBL for the summer are almost here and it’s time to load up on Hobart Hurricanes. We rate the best options to bring in ahead of round 8.
SuperCoach BBL: Best trade targets to dominate run home
One SuperCoach will be $25,000 richer in less than two weeks as the race for the SuperCoach BBL grand prize heats up. Here are our expert tips on who you must target for round 7.
Gardner ruled out of T20 series
A Queensland all-rounder has been rewarded for her good form by being named as the replacement for the injured Ashleigh Gardner in Australia’s T20 squad.
Breakers land major coup as rich get richer ahead of title defence
The rich are getting richer. Fresh from bringing superstar Ellyse Perry back to NSW, the Breakers are on the verge of adding another high-profile recruit for their title defence.
Athletes or the boardroom? Which women really wield power in sport
Women hold some of the most powerful positions in Australian sport – and boast some of the country’s most recognisable athletes. But who really holds the power?
Proof ex-Aussie captain has still got it
Meg Lanning is younger than the Australian captain who replaced her after her shock retirement and continues to show she could still be an international force.
Shock twist in Kuhnemann bowling saga revealed
There has been a development in the curious case of Australian Test spinner Matt Kuhnemann and his bowling action involving one of the umpires from the Sri Lankan series.
Doggett leads SA’s Shield final blitz, Test stars fall cheaply
South Australia is charging toward its first Sheffield Shield title in almost 30 years after dismissing Queensland for just 95 on a day in which 16 wickets fell.
Where are they now? The history-making 1995 Bulls
It’s 30 years this week since the Bulls won their first Sheffield Shield, breaking a 68 year drought, in the 1994-95 final. This is where Queensland’s cricket heroes are today.
Khawaja’s swipe at Dutton as Queensland Cricket feud sizzles
Australian Test star Usman Khawaja isn’t holding his breath waiting for an apology from state officials, swiping Opposition Leader Peter Dutton as he accused Queensland Cricket of spreading “blatant mistruths” in regards to his injury.
Red hot Redback’s final trial: ‘Teen sensation’ eyes Shield fairytale
He was once touted as a teenage sensation with Test cricket in his future but Jason Sangha says his career nearly hit a dead end before he made a fateful decision.
Why Mac Point stadium roof is concerning cricket officials
Dark shadows hang over the viability of the proposed Macquarie Point stadium to host international cricket matches and meetings are being held today to address the growing concerns.
Maxi’s unwanted IPL record after blunder
Glenn Maxwell has been dismissed for a golden duck, giving him an unwanted record in the Indian Premier League.
Gilchrist: Fraser-McGurk will find more IPL success if he does less
The key to Jake Fraser-McGurk delivering on his monster $1.6 million IPL price tag might be for the Victorian whirlwind to be a little less ‘Fraser-McGurk’ advises Aussie legend Adam Gilchrist.
Cricket Australia at war with players over rogue video game
Cricket Australia and its players could be about to go to war – over a video game. And the legal ramifications could be felt worldwide, with stars from across the globe involved.
Feud between Khawaja and Queensland Cricket explodes
Usman Khawaja and Queensland Cricket are at loggerheads ahead of the Sheffield Shield final, with the Test star’s selection up in the air despite being available.
Shirtfront India, make NSW great again: CA boss’ biggest challenges
India. Franchise cricket. Privatising the Big Bash. BEN HORNE lists the seven short balls the new Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg needs to navigate as he steps into the hot seat.
AFL’s Adelaide Oval demand could cost SA government millions
The AFL tried to sting the SA government millions of dollars of public transport costs through the AFL season in return for allowing Adelaide Oval to host the Sheffield Shield. See the exclusive details.
Rohit hits out over rumours after India’s record-breaking feat
India was hellbent on revenge – and they got it against New Zealand, winning a third Champions Trophy final. And after the win, Rohit Sharma addressed the elephant in the room.
Changing of the guard begins as Smith retires from ODIs
Steve Smith has made a huge call on his future in Australia’s One Day International team, and, as BEN HORNE reveals, he might be the first domino to fall before the next World Cup.
Report Card: Australia forced to confront awkward Maxi question
A competitive Champions Trophy exit was a reasonable return for an undermanned team. But there are plenty of questions to be asked ahead of the 2027 World Cup, writes Ben Horne.
Outplayed not disadvantaged: Smith denies India leg up in loss
The Dubai wicket was ‘completely different’ to the one Australia had played on in Pakistan but skipper Steve Smith refused to concede it disadvantaged the Aussies in their semi final loss against India.
Spin star’s injury blow
As Australia’s leading white-ball spinner went down with an injury another World Cup winner continued a poor run with the bat as his team made IPL history.
Cricketer marries days after bombshell
Will Pucovski has shared the first photos of the cricketer’s wedding day after he earlier shared sad news about his relationship.
Olympic cricket to return in a fairground
With no cricket grounds in LA for the sport’s Olympic return in 2028 a venue without an oval will be where Australia could go for gold.
Aussie star’s comeback just days away as six-month injury hiatus finally ends
Cameron Green hasn’t played cricket for more than six months after career-saving back surgery but his return is happening.
Star’s comeback just days away
Cameron Green hasn’t played cricket for more than six months after career-saving back surgery but his return is happening.
Leg Buys: NSW veteran set for axe as WA overhaul contract list
A master of domestic one-day cricket looks to have played his final game for NSW, while a former Australian white-ball star has been let go by Western Australia. The latest contract news in LEG BUYS.
Aussie stars in heated clash, video goes viral
Aussie Test star Travis Head has been forced to explain a heated exchange he had with Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis in the IPL.
Probe launched into match-fixing incident
A potential match-fixing incident has left the cricket world in disbelief with an investigation being launched after the shocking scenes.
Aussie sport star’s freakish secret talent
It’s the other sport some of Australia’s top athletes would give up their day jobs for. And so many don’t just love golf, they’re also learning to master it.
Fight is on after Olympic cricket reveal
Cricket is back in the Olympics in LA in 2028, but confirmation of how many countries will compete could make the fight for spots intense.
Marsh urged not to let Australian cricket ‘die on the vine’
New players association boss, Paul Marsh has been urged to not let Australian cricket ‘die on the vine’ as he re-enters the sport in a volatile era where India have seized control of the game.
Cricket boss’ concussion plans after sad Pucovski news
Strengthening injury protection for players will be high on the Paul Marsh’s list as cricket union boss following the medical retirement of former Test prodigy Will Pucovski.
Sad update as cricket world rocked
Former Aussie cricket prodigy Will Pucovski has announced the saddest news of his career in an emotional public appearance.
‘It’s frightening’: Pucovski’s scary reveal
Having managed only a single Test, former batting prodigy Will Pucovski has made a big call as the toll of multiple head knocks continues to impact his life.
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