Indigenous pioneers ‘deserve place in history’
If CA is serious about Indigenous inclusion then they need to not only prepare for the future but also address historical issues, says a former Aussie Test skipper.
Expert Opinion
Best since Bradman or King Kohli: Who’s No.1?
How do you split Steve Smith and Virat Kohli? The Aussie run machine or the Indian icon? Our experts tried. Have your say on our top 50.
The player who can deliver Aussies ultimate T20 prize
If Australia are to win the one major trophy that currently eludes them then they must make Glenn Maxwell the focal point of their T20 squad, says Andrew Symonds.
Gilly: How Tests can be won before a ball is bowled
It may be three years before the next World Cup but beating India in the ODI series which starts on Friday may never be more important for the Aussies.
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Root’s behaviour crossed the line
ENGLISH captain Joe Root remonstrating with Peter Handscomb was more than simple “banter”, as Cricket Australia described it, and there are boundaries that shouldn’t be crossed on the field, writes JON ANDERSON.
Why Marsh is game’s true enigma
WHEN Australia needed someone to answer the SOS, an unlikely hero stepped up. But Shaun Marsh’s ton – in a sense – proved why he is the most maligned batsman in the country.
England’s tail faces searching examination
AUSTRALIA’S fast bowlers are comfortable facing short-pitched deliveries. The same can’t be said of their England counterparts and they can expect plenty of chin music, writes Ian Chappell.
Warne: ‘Get nasty, England, it’s the only way’
THE second Ashes Test in Adelaide will be a true test of character for England’s senior players says Shane Warne, and they must become the bullies if they are to have any chance of victory.
England’s Ashes debacle self-inflicted
MITCHELL Johnson left a trail of England casualties in his wake during the 2013/14 Ashes series. But this time, with Johnson in retirement, the hurricane of destruction is coming from England themselves.
Root still carrying Ashes ‘demons’: Warne
I WARNED you, didn’t I? SHANE WARNE writes the Poms are lucky they are headed to Adelaide and not Perth, and highlights the three key areas they must address to avoid Ashes disaster.
Bancroft sinks English with and without bat
IT was hard to know what part of Cameron Bancroft’s day caused England more damage, his straight bat at the crease or his straight talk afterwards, writes Robert Craddock.
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.
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.
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