‘Can’t do this in Australia’: Mum’s betrayal
A woman faces deportation to Afghanistan as a court weighs up whether she goes to jail for forcing her daughter into a murderous marriage.
Afghanistan
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‘Give hope’: Refugees’ plea to cricket world
Exiled members of a national women’s cricket team have issued a heartfelt plea to the sport’s governing body for support.
How Starc helped South Africa snap World Cup curse
South Africa demolished Afghanistan to reach the T20 World Cup final, and a leading Australian seamer may have helped them overcome Afghanistan, writes BEN HORNE.
Anthem bans and visa battles: Reality of Afghanistan fairytale
With no guarantee on visas, no music to be played and the boycotting of the nation, Afghanistan reveal the extent of their challenges faced to make it to the T20 World Cup.
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Big Show roars back into Test calculations
Glenn Maxwell’s batting heroics made headlines around the globe this week, but it is another facet of his game that may nab ‘The Big Show’ a baggy green, writes BEN HORNE.
Inside the endless conflict of cricket’s misunderstood magician
Before bookending a golf cart accident with World Cup masterclasses, Glenn Maxwell confounded coaches and captains to the point of exile. His place in Australian cricket has been complicated, writes DANIEL CHERNY.
Three into two: Smith return leaves Aussies with headache
With Steve Smith poised to return for Australia’s bid for World Cup glory, the selection heat is on three players. But, coach Andrew McDonald hasn’t been in any mood to give his plans away.
Revealed: Aussie medicos came close to retiring Glenn Maxwell
Josh Hazlewood has revealed that Glenn Maxwell’s World Cup heroics against Afghanistan almost came to an abrupt end at the hands of the Australian medical team, writes DANIEL CHERNY.
Every Aussie rated: Concern grows over World Cup hero’s form
Glenn Maxwell rightly took all the headlines, but a trend throughout the World Cup continued against Afghanistan, the worrying form of one of Australia’s most reliable stars.
How Maxwell made a ‘1 in 500’ chance a reality
It’s been called the greatest ODI innings in history. BEN HORNE breaks down every key stat and record from Glenn Maxwell’s masterclass in Mumbai.
Analysis: Was Glenn Maxwell’s innings the greatest ever?
At 7/91 chasing 292, Australia had a half a per cent chance of beating Afghanistan. Enter Glenn Maxwell with an unbelievable innings that is now our best ever writes DANIEL CHERNY.
The Biggest Show: Maxi’s all-time WC miracle act
Glenn Maxwell has pulled off one of the most remarkable rescue missions in World Cup history, overcoming crippling full-body cramp to plunder a double century and spearhead a record chase.
Soldier accused of shooting Afghan farmer
A former elite Australian soldier accused of a wartime murder will have to grapple with national security concerns before he can see the evidence against him.
Aussie camp rocked by fresh concern
Australia’s World Cup campaign has suffered another blow with a star batter in doubt for the game against Afghanistan.
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