Cummins to miss Sri Lanka, in doubt for Champions Trophy
Pat Cummins played through a significant portion of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series with discomfort in his ankle, but is now in doubt for Australia’s tilt at the Champions Trophy.
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Why Hurricanes international player curse could be over
After the departure of two internationals, Hobart Hurricanes coach Jeff Vaughan believes a poor run of imports could be over. He gives an insight into the “options” to replace them.
Healy fires early Ashes warning shot
Not even Sydney’s wet weather could stop Alyssa Healy from firing a warning shot to England on the eve of the Ashes, before rain stopped her from a return to a familiar role.
Cummins injury reveal as star’s return locked in
As the future of one Australian all-rounder hangs in the balance, another looks set to return just in time for the World Test Championship.
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‘Bit nicer call’: Recalled batter spinning after axe fell
His time out of the Test squad was brutal but brief, and now he’s back, Nathan McSweeney says he could have something extra to offer in Sri Lanka.
Generation next rises amid Test star’s sad fallout
While a raft of new blood has been injected for the two Tests in spin-friendly Sri Lanka, there is no room for the Allan Border Medallist.
Axe swings, three debutants in Test side
A raft of new blood has been injected into the Aussie Test team, signalling the end of the road for a number of Aussie stars.
Hell and back: The final chapter of Steve Smith’s redemption
You would not have tipped it seven long years ago when banned by Cricket Australia for two years after the Sandpapergate scandal – but Steve Smith’s redemption story is almost complete.
Generation Next… Or Now? Inside Australia’s rapid squad refresh
Australia’s selections for the Sri Lanka tour are a sign they have their eyes on the future, as much as the present. Generation Next is quickly becoming Generation Now, writes Robert Craddock.
Konstas exclusive: Rookie’s big Bumrah regret, surprise Kohli encounter
In an exclusive interview, Sam Konstas says if he had his time over again he wouldn’t say a word to Jasprit Bumrah, and reveals the surprise aftermath to his showdown with Virat Kohli.
Baz: How Australia can protect swashbuckling star Konstas
The architect of ‘Bazball’ – England coach Brendon McCullum – believes Sam Konstas is a ready-made matchwinner but Australia must have the right structures in place to support his brash batting.
‘I hated cricket my entire life’: Proof Konstas is changing the game
They are the moments that make you appreciate how well Sam Konstas has handled being thrust into the spotlight – and how he is changing cricket and engaging a whole new audience.
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Who is Cooper Connolly: Four-cap rookie gets maiden Test call-up
Cooper Connolly has only played four first-class games, but those who know him best aren’t surprised at all at how quickly he has risen through the ranks, writes DANIEL CHERNY.
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