How Khawaja can conquer spin demons
EVERYTHING was set up beautifully for Usman Khawaja at the Gabba; good batting deck, adopted home ground advantage, top Shield form. Then he came face-to-face with his old enemy, spin.
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Why Aussies should fear the beard
ENGLAND’S spinning all-rounder Moeen Ali could well turn out to be a trump card for Joe Root’s men this Ashes summer, writes Aussie spin great Ashley Mallett.
Shaun Marsh is the new Shane Watson
SHAUN Marsh is Australia’s most controversial, uncontroversial cricketer. A so-so Test batsman capable of the occasional outstanding innings – and frustrating fans.
Selectors must ignore Renshaw’s horror numbers
ONE thing is clear about Australia’s first Test team – Cameron Bancroft must play. But so too should the out-of-form Matt Renshaw, writes Robert Craddock.
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Lyon-heart spins up a brave win
WITH memories of Faf Du Plessis’ resistance flashing before his eyes, Nathan Lyon overcame two big obstacles to bowl Australia to victory.
Smith’s the man, but don’t discount Warner
ALLAN Border says Steve Smith will be Australia’s next long-term Test captain, but Border has been impressed by David Warner’s development.
Warner, Smith vital pieces of puzzle
AUSTRALIAN cricket is entering a period of generational change but the anchormen of the future are emerging with distinction.
Marsh brothers on cusp of elite club
THE differences between Shaun and Mitchell are as conspicuous as the contrasts between the Chappells, the Waughs and Dave and Mike Hussey.
Aussies will win — but by how much?
THERE are far more unknowns in this Australia-India Test series than normal. The one thing we do know — Australia will win. But by what margin?
Now not the time for sledging: Border
THE Aussies must return to their aggressive, intimidating brand of cricket – but tone down the sledging, writes former Test captain Allan Border.
Finch, Bushrangers back in business
AARON Finch was so close to Phillip Hughes that he was a pallbearer. But he’s wasted no time getting back where his mate would’ve wanted him.
Adelaide poses true test of Aussie character
AUSTRALIA’S cricket selectors have a series of subtle challenges to confront as they head back to the coal face after the death of Phillip Hughes.
Tragedy will reshape Australian cricket
THE shocking injury to Phillip Hughes will reshape Australian cricket. The shock waves are so deep, they could even change the way Australia play the game.
Marsh needs to step up over Clarke fuss
MICHAEL CLARKE may have relinquished his role as a selector but he hasn’t changed as a person, writes Robert Craddock.
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