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Lachlan McKirdy is a sports reporter for The Daily Telegraph and CODE Sports, primarily focused on covering the AFL in NSW. On top of his work with the Sydney Swans and GWS Giants, he also has a strong passion for covering cricket and the Olympic sports, with previous experience working for the International Olympic Committee. He has won awards for his journalism, including from Cricket NSW, while loves bringing a multimedia edge to his work through video and audio means.

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England's captain Joe Root reacts after the Australia's victory in the third Ashes cricket Test match between Australia and England in Melbourne on December 28, 2021. (Photo by Hamish Blair / AFP) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE --

NSW premier’s brutal England sledge after granting wish

The NSW Premier has lent England a helping hand amid its mini Covid-19 cluster, but he didn’t let the touring side off the hook that easily.

Cricket

Anderson hits back at Root as blame game escalates

James Anderson has sided with dumped wicket-taker Stuart Broad over captain Joe Root as infighting from the visitors continues.

Cricket

Revealed: Drastic plan to ensure no repeats of Cummins drama

Cricket Australia will take special measures to ensure its NSW-based Test stars are not put at risk of Covid when returning home for Christmas.

AFL News

Bailey not the only high-profile Doggie missing at kennel

Cult figure Bailey Smith is on indefinite leave from the Western Bulldogs, but he is not the only key member missing as the club negotiates an ever-changing situation.

Big Bash

Josh Philippe and Glenn Maxwell made sure something special unfolded at the MCG on Wednesday night.

Maxi explodes, but Philippe has last laugh

Glenn Maxwell put on a stunning show en-route to his maiden BBL century, but it was Josh Phillippe who helped the Sixers have the last laugh.

NBA

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - OCTOBER 20: Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder in action during a game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena on October 20, 2021 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

NBA superstars’ rude ‘welcome’ for Giddey

Josh Giddey wasn’t always destined for NBA stardom — but he made sure to convert anyone who didn’t believe along the way.

Cricket

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - NOVEMBER 13: Head Coach of Australia, Justin Langer is seen during a Australia Net Session ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final match between New Zealand and Australia at the ICC Academy on November 13, 2021 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)

Truth about Justin Langer’s coaching gig

Loneliness, politics and ego management are just some of the factors that make coaching the Australian men’s cricket team so difficult.

Cricket

Starc reality of Mitch’s Ashes laid bare

Debate surrounds Mitchell Starc’s Test place every year, mainly stoked by Shane Warne, but he simply has to play in the Ashes.

Cricket

Cautious George holds his nerve before Ashes storm

New chairman of selectors George Bailey has decided calmness and consolidation is the best way forward for Australia’s Test team, at least for now, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.

AFL News

More ex-players caught up in party’s Covid spread

Several former AFL/VFL players have tested positive for Covid after attending a 70th birthday for Peter ‘Crackers’ Keenan, while the chain of transmission now includes family members.

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