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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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What cricket greats got wrong in Hazlewood ‘split’ drama

Josh Hazlewood’s comments about Australia’s batting plans have been too heavily scrutinised – prompting suggestions of a split in the Australian team. But here’s what everyone misunderstood.

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Steve Smith was floored after a blow to the abdomen - but has his reputation suffered an even greater blow? Picture: AFP

Fairytale endings put under the knife by Indian drubbing

Steve Smith has earned the right to go out on his terms – or at least avoid a tap on the shoulder. But a fairytale finish in next summer’s Ashes is starting to look further away.

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Skipper’s perfect 10 as Aussies’ dismal Test laid bare

Australia was comprehensively taken apart by a dominant touring Indian side in Perth. Our experts pick which Indians stood up and which Aussies carry the blame from a dismal test. Have your say.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 23: Marnus Labuschagne, Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood of Australia walk off the field at the end of play on day two of the First Test match in the series between Australia and India at Perth Stadium on November 23, 2024 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

‘No problem there’: Cummins denies rift in Aussie squad

Pat Cummins has rejected the suggestion Australia has a divided squad after Josh Hazlewood’s comments after Day 3 led to questions about team unity and ‘mental cracks’.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 19: Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant share a moment during an India Test Squad training session at Optus Stadium on November 19, 2024 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Australia vs. India, First Test: Everything you need to know

One of the most highly anticipated Test series is almost here with India and Australia set to renew their rivalry in a five-Test series starting in Perth. Everything you need to know here.

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LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 07: Travis Head and Steven Smith of Australia walk off the field following day one of the ICC World Test Championship Final between Australia and India at The Oval on June 07, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Copley-ICC/ICC via Getty Images)

Australia face chastening reality that cupboard is bare

With Australia staring down the barrel against a rampant Indian outfit, BEN HORNE explains the brutal reality facing selectors and fans.

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India's Virat Kohli celebrates reaching his century (100 runs) during day three of the first Test cricket match between Australia and India at Optus Stadium in Perth on November 24, 2024. (Photo by COLIN MURTY / AFP) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE --

The King and Jai: How India put Australia to the sword

Yashasvi Jaiswal entered the stratosphere of gods and knights in Perth but Virat Kohli had the final word – announcing to the world there is still only one King.

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Sustained abuse: High-profile commentator’s heated altercation with fan

Cricket legend and commentator Wasim Akram has been berated by a fan for close to an hour, leading to a heated confrontation between the pair outside Optus Stadium.

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The brotherly sacrifice behind young star’s career-shaping knock

Yashasvi Jaiswal has conquered Australia’s bowling line-up in a stunning second-innings performance. But it all wouldn’t have been possible without the self-sacrifice of his brother.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 22: Steve Smith of Australia walks off the field after being dismissed by Jasprit Bumrah of India for a golden duck during day one of the First Test match in the series between Australia and India at Perth Stadium on November 22, 2024 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

How Steve Smith could go from golden duck to golden ticket

Steve Smith does not look like the player he once was but he could still make a shock return to the IPL to team up with an Australian cricketing great.

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