Sydney scrapper fulfils childhood promise to mum
As the MCG erupted on David Warner’s double century, his mother drifted back in time 22 years to the day when a cheeky kid made a promise.
Expert Opinion
Cricket’s civil war: Langer’s ally in push to fight the system
After the ‘cowards’ outburst, former coach John Buchanan has reached out to Justin Langer, urging his protégé to stand his ground. Here’s why.
Aussie selector says Finch critics were ‘confused’
It was wrong to judge Aaron Finch on his batting alone, according to one Australian selector who says the captain’s role in the T20 World Cup team was misunderstood.
IPL set to rip huge hole in Aussie cricket future
Australians have always enjoyed a full summer of test cricket but that is set to be turned on it’s head by the IPL and an Indian cricket tour.
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Starc destruction signals arrival of pink-ball cricket
Mitchell Starc is a red-ball traditionalist who excels with the pink ball. His destruction of New Zealand’s top order in Perth was one of the greatest endorsements for the pink ball, writes Robert Craddock.
Chappell: Starc rejig reaps rich rewards
Selected for just one Ashes Test, Mitchell Starc has honed his bowling technique and the Kiwis have paid the price. Plus, should Marnus Labuschagne be considered for the captaincy?
MCG has been ‘letting down cricket for 40 years’
Cricket Australia actively uses the pretence of ‘tradition’ to institutionally disadvantage Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane and Hobart in international fixture allocation, writes Richard Earle.
Why Tim Paine is the captain we had to have
He might not earn the headlines of Ian Chappell, Allan Border, Steve Waugh or Ricky Ponting but Australian cricket’s latest captain is the right man for the job, writes MIKE COLMAN.
Lack of imagination hands Warner free pass to finding form
Fortune favoured David Warner as he rediscovered his touch at the Gabba. The same couldn’t be said of the opener when he was stuck in a Stuart Broad stranglehold during the Ashes, says Ian Chappell.
Warne: Test selectors ‘rewarding failure’
The right decision was made to drop Usman Khawaja but the same can’t be said of Cameron Bancroft’s inclusion, writes Shane Warne, who adds selectors have missed a golden opportunity to expose some young talent to the Test squad.
Craddock: Why Aussies can never feel safe
It’s five years since Rod Marsh aired his concerns about Australian cricket and still, the problem remains. Robert Craddock outlines why fans are in for an up-and-down ride this summer.
Why Australian cricket needs Pucovski – and needs him now
The science of Test selection goes beyond the immediate numbers. Will Pucovski offers rejuvenation and an injection of much needed excitement. The case for his inclusion is now beyond compelling.
Why high expectations translate as hate for Marsh
It’s a sad thought that Mitch Marsh believes most Australians hate him, because they don’t. They just have almost unreasonable expectations, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
Why dropping Head is short sighted
Most countries would throw their arms around a young batsman averaging over 50 and ranked third in the world for runs in 2019. Not Australia it seems after dropping Travis Head for the second time in 12 months.
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