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Ben HorneChief Cricket Writer

Ben Horne is Chief Cricket Writer for News Corp and CODE Sports and for the past decade has been covering cricket’s biggest series and stories. As the national sport, cricket has a special relationship with Australians who feel a sense of ownership over the Test team. From selection shocks to scandals, upset losses to triumphant victories, Ben tells the stories that matter in Australian cricket.

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DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - SEPTEMBER 01: Tristan Stubbs of Australia is bowled out during the 2nd KFC T20 International match between South Africa and Australia at Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium on September 01, 2023 in Durban, South Africa (Photo by Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

IOC puts spanner in works of Brisbane 2032 T20 cricket hopes

A historic decision on whether to include cricket as an official sport at the next Olympic and Paralympic Games has been postponed by organisers, leaving Brisbane Games organisers hanging.

OpinionCricket

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 31: Marcus Stoinis of Australia celebrates the wicket of Gareth Delany of Ireland for 14 runs during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup match between Australia and Ireland at The Gabba on October 31, 2022 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde-ICC/ICC via Getty Images)

How cricket can make the Olympics truly global

Cricket is coming to the Olympics in 2028, delivering the sport to a global audience. But the Games themselves might be the biggest winner, writes Ben Horne.

Cricket

Push for MCG to host biggest show in sport

The most bitter rivalry in sport will be on show on Saturday night – and former greats say one Australian venue would be perfect to use it in future.

Cricket

WBBL draft guide: Sophie’s choice which could decide title

Two great players, one retention pick. It’s the decision which could decide this season’s WBBL title. Find out more in our full guide to every team, their dream targets and who they are likely to pick.

Cricket

Could Pakistan and India play a Test at the MCG?

Legends ramp up push for India-Pakistan MCG blockbuster

There have been renewed calls for the MCG to host a blockbuster Test between fierce rivals India and Pakistan, with two legends backing the push for a one-off Melbourne match.

Big Bash

Who are the top targets in this season's BBL draft?

BBL Draft Mega Guide: Who you’ll cheer for this summer

Some of world cricket’s biggest T20 stars are up for grabs at this weekend’s Big Bash League international player draft. We analyse who your team needs – and who they might get.

Cricket

Australia's Alex Carey (centre) celebrates the run out of England's Jonny Bairstow (left) with Pat Cummins during day five of the second Ashes test match at Lord's, London. Picture date: Sunday July 2, 2023. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA Images via Getty Images)

‘Cruel, vicious’: Truth behind ugly Carey Ashes abuse

Alex Carey says he endured vicious online attacks after his dismissal of Jonny Bairstow in the Ashes. The Aussie keeper opens up about the impact the abuse had on his family.

Women's Cricket

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 30: Hannah Darlington of Australia A prepares to bowl during the Australia A and England A one day international tour match at EPC Solar Park on January 30, 2022, in Canberra, Australia. (Photo by Jeremy Ng/Getty Images)

How teen’s obsession revealed family secret

A family’s Aboriginal heritage would have remained a closely guarded secret if not for a 13-year-old girl’s innocent obsession with cricket.

Cricket

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 11: Glenn Maxwell of Australia reacts to someone in the crowd during game one in the T20 International series between Australia and Sri Lanka at Sydney Cricket Ground on February 11, 2022 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

Maxwell suffers cruel World Cup setback

Australia’s World Cup plans have been rocked by injury concerns around Glenn Maxwell relating to his horrific broken leg suffered last year.

Cricket

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 29: Marnus Labuschagne of Australia walks off the field after being dismissed for 70 runs during game two of the One Day International series between Australia and India at Sydney Cricket Ground on November 29, 2020 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Discarded Marnus out to prove he’s World Cup ready

Marnus Labuschagne was left out of the Australian ODI World Cup squad but is hopeful he can force selectors to change their minds after a last minute call up to the warm-up series.

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