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Australia's Usman Khawaja (right) speaks with Australia head coach Andrew McDonald (left) during a nets session at The Gabba, Brisbane, Australia. Picture date: Tuesday December 2, 2025. (Photo by Robbie Stephenson/PA Images via Getty Images)

Australia keep door open for Khawaja after latest Test snub

Usman Khawaja has been omitted from Australia’s XI for the Adelaide Test, two days before his 39th birthday. But selectors aren’t ready to end the veteran’s career just yet.

Daniel Cherny and Robert Craddock

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: Xavier Bartlett of the Heat bowls during the BBL match between Melbourne Renegades and Brisbane Heat at GMHBA Stadium, on December 15, 2025, in Geelong, Australia (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

SuperCoach BBL: Verdicts on best round 2 trade targets

Brisbane Heat and Sydney Thunder play twice in round 2 of SuperCoach BBL, which starts on Friday. These are the players you should be targeting.

Police are investigating allegations a Sydney grade cricketer sexually touched a junior player.

Police probe alleged sexual touching of junior cricketer

NSW Police are investigating claims a Sydney grade cricketer sexually touched a teenager at a club where he is a coach.

Jamie Pandaram and Ben Horne

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 14: England captain Ben Stokes speaks with coach Brendon McCullum during an England nets session at Adelaide Oval on December 14, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

Atherton: Can Stokes’ ‘rare stern words’ change England fortunes?

Harry Brook claimed they were ‘overrated’ in the lead-up to the Ashes but with England reeling at 0-2, Mike Atherton asks if Ben Stokes’ ‘rare’ all-team meeting can change his team’s fortunes at the Adelaide Oval.

Mike Atherton

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: Pat Cummins talks to coach Andrew McDonald during an Australia nets session at Adelaide Oval on December 15, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/Getty Images)

Cummins makes major call mid-Ashes

Pat Cummins has made a huge call on his playing future a day before the third Ashes Test in Adelaide.

Martin Gabor

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: Shaheen Afridi of the Heat prepares to bowl during the BBL match between Melbourne Renegades and Brisbane Heat at GMHBA Stadium, on December 15, 2025, in Geelong, Australia (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Watch: ‘Dangerous’ BBL superstar thrown out of game

Shaheen Shah Afridi’s BBL debut turned into a nightmare as he was thrown out of the Brisbane Heat attack mid-over during their loss to a big-hitting Melbourne Renegades. WATCH THE VIDEO.

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: Tim Seifert of the Renegades celebrates making a century during the BBL match between Melbourne Renegades and Brisbane Heat at GMHBA Stadium, on December 15, 2025, in Geelong, Australia (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

BBL late mail: Seifert allays injury fears after century heroics

Melbourne Renegades centurion Tim Seifert has played down fears he was injured during his matchwinning knock after failing to field in his side’s win over Brisbane Heat.

Tim Michell and Al Paton

Michael Neser on the verge of joining a club which includes Martin Love, Jason Gillespie and Kurtis Patterson.

Gillespie, Love, Law: Neser joins the club all cricketers dread

The dream of most sportsmen is to finish their career with a bang. The dread is to finish with a bang when they are still craving more. Michael Neser is the latest inclusion.

Robert Craddock

Venue manager, Emily Baryczka-Quick with duty manager, Jemima Richter from the QueenÃs Head in North Adelaide, ahead of Gather Round, Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Picture: Matt Loxton

In town for the Ashes? These are the best Adelaide pubs to visit

Made the trip to Adelaide for the Ashes Test? Or just a local who wants to soak up the atmosphere? We’ve got you covered – here are the best venues to enjoy the cricket at this week.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 02: Nathan Lyon during an Australia nets session at The Gabba on December 02, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Why Lyon doesn’t have a ‘point to prove’ as Test recall looms

Nathan Lyon insists he doesn’t “have a point to prove to anyone” despite being dropped for two of Australia’s last three Test matches, as a recall for the Adelaide Ashes clash looms.

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Australia's Nathan Lyon stands next to a board outside the stadium commemorating his five wickets haul against India in 2014 during a press conference at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Australia. Picture date: Monday December 15, 2025. (Photo by Robbie Stephenson/PA Images via Getty Images)

Nothing can change Bondi horror – but sport is a gift when life is bleak

Nathan Lyon, reflecting on the heartbreaking Bondi Beach tragedy, readies for the Ashes in Adelaide with Steve Smith and Brendon McCullum, showing how cricket can provide solace.

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Australia's Jake Weatherald, left, and Australia's captain Steve Smith walk off the field after winning the second Ashes cricket test match between Australia and England in Brisbane, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025.. (AP Photo/Tertius Pickard)

Smith illness threatens Aussie line-up chaos as Poms ignore Bashir

Steve Smith’s shock absence from the nets on Monday has thrown the Aussie middle order into chaos as Travis Head’s spot in the team is locked in. Meanwhile, the Poms have named their side — omitting Shoab Bashir.

Harry Brook has scored 98 runs at 24.5 this series. Picture: AFP

Brook declares England must ‘rein it in’ as vice-captain finally breaks silence

Besieged England vice-captain Harry Brook has finally broken his silence this Ashes to admit “shocking shots” had hurt his series to date, and declared his side must “rein it in” to be a chance of claiming the urn.

Hobart Hurricanes captain Nathan Ellis. Picture James Bresnehan

‘Clowns, pests and good blokes’: Inside the Hurricanes’ dressing room

Hobart Hurricanes captain Nathan Ellis has opened up on the team he hopes can take the Hurricanes to back-to-back BBL titles. Plus why there is no pressure on star opener Mitch Owen.

James Bresnehan

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: Harry Brook of England speaks with captain Ben Stokes during an England nets session at Adelaide Oval on December 15, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

From Flash Harry to Ashes flop: Brook’s new plan

Heading into the third Test in Adelaide, England’s star batsman Harry Brook faces a career-defining moment as he promises to abandon reckless shot selection that has cost his team dearly.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 30: Pat Cummins looks on during an Australia nets session at The Gabba on November 30, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Matt Roberts/Getty Images)

Cummins issues call to action as Khawaja reacts to horror at Bondi

Ashes players are expected to observe a minute’s silence and don black armbands when the series resumes on Wednesday, as Pat Cummins and Usman Khawaja address the horrific scenes at Bondi.

Shoaib Bashir’s Test career is at a crossroads – with the Adelaide Test a defining moment for the young spinner. Picture: Getty

How England’s two-year plan made forgotten man an Ashes ghost

After two years as England’s spinner of the future, Shoaib Bashir could be cast aside completely if he misses selection for the Adelaide Test.

Michael Atherton

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HOBART, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 01: Matthew Wade of the Hurricanes celebrates the wicket of Josh Phillipe of the Sixers during the BBL match between the Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Sixers at Blundstone Arena, on January 01, 2025, in Hobart, Australia. (Photo by Steve Bell/Getty Images)

Be like Mike: Not too late to catch Hussey’s flying SuperCoach BBL start

Aussie champ Mike Hussey picked the two top scorers in the first game of the SuperCoach BBL season. See his final team and how you can join the action.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 18: Marcus Stoinis of the Stars celebrates the wicket of Matthew Renshaw of the Heat during the BBL match between Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on December 18, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Top scorers nailed – not too late to copy the best in SuperCoach BBL

This expert SuperCoach BBL cheat sheet singled out the top four scorers from the season opener. One game down, it’s not too late to check the full list and start picking your ultimate team.

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Michael Vaughan on day one of the second NRMA Insurance Ashes Series 2025 test at The Gabba, Brisbane, Australia. Picture date: Thursday December 4, 2025. (Photo by Robbie Stephenson/PA Images via Getty Images)

‘Waiter made a gun shape with his hands’: Vaughan caught up in terror attack

Former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan has described the terrifying moments his family were locked inside a Bondi restaurant during the terrorist attack that killed 16 people.

Robert Craddock

Mark Waugh and Steve Waugh.

Waugh out; Waugh in: The Ashes selection which captivated a nation

It’s 35 years since Mark Waugh made a stunning Test debut in Adelaide, replacing brother Steve. It remains one of Australian sport’s most captivating moments, but for them, it was just “a fact”.

Robert Craddock

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 07: Michael Neser of Australia celebrates the wicket of Brydon Carse of England during day four of the Second 2025/26 Ashes Series Test Match between Australia and England at The Gabba on December 07, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

Michael Neser destroyed England — but he might also save them

Michael Neser stepped into the Ashes and destroyed England at the Gabba. His relentless work to take a five-wicket haul is why a former Test bowler says the tourists must study what made him so successful.

Robert Craddock

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TOPSHOT - Australiaâs wicketkeeper Alex Carey (L) celebrates taking a catch to dismiss Englandâs captain Ben Stokes (R) on day four of the second Ashes cricket Test match between Australia and England at The Gabba in Brisbane on December 7, 2025. (Photo by DAVID GRAY / AFP) / --IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE--

‘Adapt on the fly’: Inside Carey’s keeping clinic

Alex Carey produced a standout performance up to the stumps to the quicks in the second Test, but it’s remarkably not a tactic he trials at training.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 14: Cameron Green of Australia speaks to media during his press conference before an Australia nets session at Adelaide Oval on December 14, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Cam needs to learn less and lead more as he faces $4.5m payday

“Really great learnings,” Cam Green says of his horror dismissal at the ‘Gabba. He’s 26, he’s played 34 Tests. He must move on from his constant learnings. Green needs to start leading.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 14: Alex Carey of Australia during an Australia nets session at Adelaide Oval on December 14, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Up to the stumps, up the order: Carey’s challenge to selectors

Alex Carey was up to the stumps at the Gabba, and also up the order, batting at No. 6 instead of his usual No.7. He relished the challenge — and is open to going even higher. Should he? Have your say.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 14: Cooper Connolly of the Scorchers raises his bat after reaching his half century during the BBL match between Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers at Optus Stadium, on December 14, 2025, in Perth, Australia (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Connolly overshadows Babar to lead Perth to BBL win

Pakistan batting sensation Babar Azam’s Big Bash League debut has been overshadowed by the big hitting brilliance of Perth’s Cooper Connolly who led the Scorchers to a win.

Brad Elborough

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 22: Usman Khawaja of Australia comes from the ground during day two of the First 2025/26 Ashes Series Test Match between Australia and England at Perth Stadium on November 22, 2025 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

Aussies’ biggest selection hints yet as Adelaide line-up intrigue swirls

Aussie fans had their biggest hints so far as to if selectors will prefer Usman Khawaja, Josh Inglis or Beau Webster in Adelaide. Have your say, plus the latest on Pat Cummins and a shock pace bolter.

England Cricketers Arrive at Adelaide Airport. Darren has a brief chat with England Coach, Brendon McCullum. 13 December 2025. Picture: Dean Martin

‘A lot of eyeballs’: McCullum admits airport scuffles ‘not ideal’

Brendon McCullum has admitted the Poms’ clash with media at Adelaide airport “wasn’t ideal”, and doubled down saying England had ‘over-prepared’ for Brisbane. Plus, his verdict on Ollie Pope.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 02: Tom Rogers of the Stars bats during the BBL match between Melbourne Stars and Melbourne Renegades at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on January 02, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Feedback fuels Rogers’ BBL foundation

Tom Rogers took in some difficult feedback and used it to lay a strong foundation for his upcoming Big Bash League season.

England Cricketers head to Adelaide, Qantas has a 12.10pm . Pic Annette Dew

‘Get out of my face’: England’s shambolic tour hits new low with airport clash

Tempers have flared within the England team, with a staff member getting into a physical altercation with a cameraman as they left Brisbane for Adelaide. See the video.

Robert Craddock

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