How Maxwell made a ‘1 in 500’ chance a reality
It’s been called the greatest ODI innings in history. BEN HORNE breaks down every key stat and record from Glenn Maxwell’s masterclass in Mumbai.
Afghanistan
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Analysis: Was Glenn Maxwell’s innings the greatest ever?
At 7/91 chasing 292, Australia had a half a per cent chance of beating Afghanistan. Enter Glenn Maxwell with an unbelievable innings that is now our best ever writes DANIEL CHERNY.
The Biggest Show: Maxi’s all-time WC miracle act
Glenn Maxwell has pulled off one of the most remarkable rescue missions in World Cup history, overcoming crippling full-body cramp to plunder a double century and spearhead a record chase.
Soldier accused of shooting Afghan farmer
A former elite Australian soldier accused of a wartime murder will have to grapple with national security concerns before he can see the evidence against him.
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Australian rescue mission saves 7 female athletes from Taliban
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Gilly rejects attempt to Pigeon-hole Pat
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‘Beggars belief’: Afghan mission slammed
A decorated military veteran has blasted Australia’s Afghanistan rescue mission after new information was released.
Afghan captain blasts Australia in epic rant
Afghanistan’s cricket captain, Asghar Afghan, has blasted Aussie captain Tim Paine for his ‘aggressive’ comments about the country.
Taliban take bizarre selfies inside enemy’s glitzy mansion
Taliban fighters have made themselves at home at the glam Kabul mansion of Afghanistan’s ex-vice president.
The real victims of Afghanistan-Australia Test drama
A former Afghanistan coach fears the country’s women will be blamed if the Test match against Australia is cancelled in a further blow after the Taliban takeover.
Players consider drastic World Cup move
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