Indian behemoth arises from slumber to crush Aussie adversary
We shouldn’t be surprised that Indian cricket is strong. We should be surprised that it has taken so long, writes Catherine McGregor.
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Paine: The 11 stars who can save Australia’s Test future
Australia’s Test team is undeniably old with just Nathan McSweeney under 30, so who takes the mantle when the current team retires? Tim Paine runs his eye on the players who come next.
Australia face chastening reality that cupboard is bare
With Australia staring down the barrel against a rampant Indian outfit, BEN HORNE explains the brutal reality facing selectors and fans.
Paine: The reality behind infamous Ashwin, Pant sledging battles
Former Australian cricket captain Tim Paine has revealed the truth behind his running battles with two Indian stars, including his infamous “at least my teammates like me, d***head” sledge towards star spinner Ravichandran Ashwin.
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Crash: Australia fighting to stay relevant on home soil
Had it not been for Usman Khawaja’s shoe dramas, many Australians would not have known the Test summer starts against Pakistan. This, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK, is Australia’s toughest battle.
Marsh or Renshaw? The call that could define a Test generation
When David Warner’s career ends, Australia has a decision to make – go with a traditional Test opener like Matt Renshaw or embrace the Bazball era and give Mitch Marsh a shot.
Nine new faces: The future of Australian cricket
With a host of two-time World Cup winners set to retire before Australia’s title defence, a generational change is required. Here are the new faces who can be the next world champions.
Remembering Warnie: The ‘fitting’ family tribute one year on
On the one year anniversary of Shane Warne’s death, brother Jason opens up on the past 12 months, the ‘Warnie moments’ and how he will spend the day.
Zampa Mankad ‘ambiguity’ forces rule clarification
The writers of cricket’s rulebook, the historic Marylebone Cricket Club, has been forced to clarify the Mankad rule after the ‘ambiguity’ created by Adam Zampa in the BBL.
Starc set for big role despite painful injury
There is growing optimism Mitchell Starc can still play a crucial role on next month’s Test tour of India, even if he is forced to miss the first Test.
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.
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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