‘Treated like lepers’: Cummins reveals pace king’s torment
The deeply personal toll on cricket’s biggest stars from one of the sport’s most seismic moments is laid bare by Pat Cummins, after an extraordinary series of conversations with key figures.
The deeply personal toll on cricket’s biggest stars from one of the sport’s most seismic moments is laid bare by Pat Cummins, after an extraordinary series of conversations with key figures.
Glenn Maxwell has opened up on his relationship with alcohol and ‘unfair’ public perceptions – plus the mysterious evening in India that was the most scary of the cricketer’s life.
New Zealand has pulled off one of Test cricket’s greatest upsets of the modern era, becoming the first touring side in more than 4000 days to win a series in India.
Six of Brisbane Heat’s squad who made the WBBL Final last season have departed, including super star Amelia Kerr to arch rival Sydney Sixers, but Grace Harris is not concerned and backs the talent coming through to get the job done.
They call her Shikhapedia but she once had to seek out someone who knew even more about the game to save her career. ROBERT CRADDOCK speaks to Brisbane Heat WBBL recruit Shikha Pandey.
Injured pace bowler Mohammed Shami will miss India’s tour of Australia next month with three uncapped players named in the squad on Friday.
David Warner’s lifetime leadership ban has been sensationally overturned by Cricket Australia – but the shock verdict would not have happened without the help of several cricket greats.
He’s been hailed an overnight sensation, but the numbers prove potential Test sensation Sam Konstas is anything but. BEN HORNE dissects the young maestro’s sensational career so far.
David Warner’s offer to end his international retirement hasn’t gone down well with everyone in Australian cricket – Greg Blewett gave the potential comeback kid both barrels.
The people have spoken – and they’re saying ‘no’ to Marcus Harris, Cameron Bancroft and Matt Renshaw. But the prospect of a David Warner comeback is the real curveball.
Australia never knew it at the time but David Warner left a batting wasteland behind him. His offer to return for the India series lays the situation bare, with more pain to come.
The 10th edition of the WBBL starting this weekend will be littered with international and domestic stars, but not all of them make LACHLAN MCKIRDY’s top 30, such is the depth.
Dave Warner has sensationally declared his status should selectors send an SOS to the former Test opener for the upcoming series against India. Find out what he said here.
Former Test all-rounder Hilton Cartwright took the remarkable step to retire mid-innings on 52 not out to attend the birth of his second child after complications around the birth arose.
Steve Smith’s poor start to the home summer continued with a controversial LBW dismissal from Scott Boland, plus disappointing openers leaves selection door for spot at top of Australian order wide open.
For the first time in a long time, Australia didn’t win the T20 World Cup. Where are our next champions coming from? The coaches tasked with shaping the next crop of stars reveal the best talent coming through the system.
Australia’s Test batting challengers failed to make a major impression in their respective auditions, paving the way for teen sensation Sam Konstas to further his case for a shock debut.
Former Australian coach Darren Lehmann could be set to make a quick return to coaching after leaving his role with the Brisbane Heat to join the media, with a position in England in his sights.
Australia has fielded Test cricket teams with every player in their 20s. Next month there will be none. ROBERT CRADDOCK and BEN HORNE analyse Australia’s history of young stars and what happened to cricket’s lost generation.
Australia has been knocked out of the women’s T20 World Cup in devastating fashion – demolished by South Africa to end their incredible record in the event they’ve won six times.
Pat Cummins has set the record straight on this summer’s opening pair, delivering the verdict on two fan favourites, but one big question still remains for the Test skipper.
As Alyssa Healy spoke about her injury pain, a star teammate’s revelation was a significant guide to the captain’s fitness for Australia’s T20 World Cup semi-final.
Two centuries against South Australia will not get Sam Konstas in the Test team. But conquering one last challenge just might.
Australia’s IPL contingent looks certain to shrink next season, while an overseas T20 competition is in hot water over unpaid payments to players, reports DANIEL CHERNY in this week’s Leg Buys.
When all-time cricket great Meg Lanning opened up about an ‘unhealthy relationship’ with food and exercise six months ago, she never imagined the impact it would have on everyday people – until they made it known to the former Australian captain.
Crowned David Warner’s long-term successor by the man himself, and backed by Ricky Ponting to earn a baggy green, Jake Fraser-McGurk’s wait for first-class cricket is set to go on.
New Bulls coach Johan Botha will miss Queensland’s next Sheffield Shield match to chase his own sporting dream – competing for Australia in an ultra-marathon.
The picture for Australia’s first Test team is becoming clearer – with chief selector George Bailey revealing plenty after the announcement of the Australia A squad.
Cameron Green is set to be ruled out for an extended period after making a final call on back surgery, reports DANIEL CHERNY.
Australia remains on course for a fourth straight Women’s T20 World Cup crown after winning a nailbiter against India to secure its spot in the semifinals.
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