While most other sports are bracing for a drop in participation due to the coronavirus, Cricket Australia is optimistic the opposite will occur at local cricket clubs this summer – particularly in women’s ranks.
Canberra trainer Luke Pepper is ready to notch his first winner of the new season at Goulburn with five-year-old El Nieto, and there’s plenty in his favour. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL.
Essendon will rest star defender Michael Hurley as it prepares to play two games in five days, while Gold Coast will unveil another first-round draft pick in the last game of Round 11.
NSW players have traditionally been seen to get special treatment from Cricket Australia, but CA’s recent efforts are with good reason as they continue to wait for government approval for the white ball tour of England.
A significant number of owners embroiled in the Aquanita doping scandal have responded to show why their gallopers shouldn’t be disqualified — a possible ban which could lead to them being asked to repay prizemoney.
Racing will regain its elegant theme with a special exhibition at Royal Randwick by one of the spring’s biggest players as she prepares for a shot at the major staying races this year.
Ciaron Maher and David Eustace have revealed their plans for impressive young sprinter Anders after the colt’s brilliant win at Rosehill. Meanwhile, Cape Of Good Hope will be assessed before being cleared to run at Caulfield.
Ricky Ponting achieved remarkable success but there is one series that stands out as the darkest stage of his glittering career. And another away tour years later was one of his fondest memories. Read the full Q&A with Hamish McLachlan.
Ricky Ponting was the only single guy in the team and a fortuitous approach from a cricket fanatic saw him meet his future wife for the first time. He says she had no idea who he or anyone in the Australian cricket team was!
Essendon has backed second-gamer Sam Draper to ruck solo against veteran GWS big man Shane Mumford, with the Bombers opting to manage Tom Bellchambers in Round 10. Check out the full teams for Friday’s clash.
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