Starc reveals ‘mystery’ reasons for Champions Trophy withdrawal
Mitchell Starc has revealed the injury which primarily kept him out of Australia’s Champions Trophy campaign, but also conceded “personal views” played a part in his decision.
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‘Equation is simple’ as Champions Trophy clash abandoned
Australia’s crucial Champions Trophy clash with South Africa has been abandoned due to constant rain at Rawalpindi, and it means both side face must-win games to progress to the next phase.
Carey? Inglis? Who is the best credentialed to wear the gloves?
Josh Inglis was long the understudy to Alex Carey before usurping him in India. Now, both are in the side together – but who wears the gloves? BEN HORNE investigates.
Runs, the Ryder, regrets, Red Hill: Dart opens up
At age 47, Simon Dart continues to churn out runs and take wickets for Red Hill in local cricket. He just wishes he’d done more for Victoria, believing he was unfulfilled at first-class level.
I escaped death – now bring on my second innings
Cricket commentator and writer Bharat Sundaresan reveals how cricket – and a Brian Lara innings in particular – saved his life.
How Langer ultimatum launched Australia’s next Ashes superstar
Australia may have unearthed their next Ashes superstar – and they have former coach Justin Langer to thank for it. Here’s the inside story on how Josh Inglis turned his back on England.
Players cop monster bans over brawl in club cricket match
Cricket Latrobe Valley has hit two players with long suspensions after an investigation and tribunal hearing over a brawl that broke out in an A-grade match at Traralgon on Saturday. SEE THE VIDEO INSIDE.
‘Long gone’: Aussie hero’s added England barb after stunning win
Josh Inglis hit a maiden century to help Australia chase down the highest target in Champions Trophy history – and then rubbed salt into England’s wounds with a pointed barb.
Ponting urges patience as Konstas discovers Test identity
Cricket legend Ricky Ponting has revealed the step Sam Konstas must take to cement his place in Test cricket, but is backing the young star’s selection for the World Test Championship final.
Atherton: Makeshift Aussies look vulnerable ahead of England clash
No team can lose five first choice players and not be affected which is exactly the situation Australia finds itself in at the Champions Trophy. And, as Mike Atherton writes in The Times, they look vulnerable.
‘It’s a strength’: Cummins’ verdict on under-fire Konstas
Test captain Pat Cummins has given his verdict on Sam Konstas, and feels the young star’s fearless mindset is a rare and precious commodity for Australian cricket.
The ‘death cult’ of Bazball is killing English cricket
As the Old Enemy prepares to face Australia in the Champions Trophy, they need to focus on proper cricket not propaganda.
The seven Champions Trophy unknowns Australia should fear
The Champions Trophy is back after an eight-year hiatus. Here’s everything you need to know, including seven stars Australia must topple to snare one of the rare trophies not currently in their possession.
Fab Feb in country Vic: When world’s best cricketers headed bush
Forty years ago, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and the West Indies headed bush to play Victorian country teams in a month of cricket that left players and spectators with memories they’ll never forget, writes PAUL AMY.
Kuhnemann undergoes secret action testing, set to learn fate
Matt Kuhnemann has been put through his paces by the International Cricket Council’s biomechanics team in a secret testing session. Full details on what it means for his future inside.
Your guide to the ICC Champions Trophy
The Australian’s subcontinent cricket expert rates the chances of all eight sides in the ODI showpiece tournament, with Australia to offer a glimpse at the future.
‘Punch drunk’ Konstas becoming an issue for Aussie selectors
Sam Konstas insists there are more layers to his game than ramping against the new ball. But as BEN HORNE writes, his rogue approach is fast becoming a headache for Australian selectors.
Aussie spinner sits out Shield clash amid ‘cheating’ furore
The saga of Australian spinner Matt Kuhnemann’s suspect bowling action has taken a turn, with the under-fire star ruled unavailable for the upcoming Sheffield Shield round.
Kuhnemann probe exposes ICC’s Kohli hypocrisy
A fringe Australian spinner is fighting for his career while Virat Kohli escaped with a slap on the wrist for shoulder charging a rival player. The difference in treatment, as BEN HORNE writes, highlights the ICC’s hypocrisy.
7-28: Aussie batters fail in alarming Sri Lankan series sweep
Sri Lanka have completed a 2-0 sweep in the ODI series in dominant, record-breaking fashion as Australia’s batters fail in alarming scenes just a week out from the Champions Trophy.
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