‘Seam straight down my head’: How Healy fell in love with cricket
In the latest episode of Little Chats, Tayla sits down with the stars of the Women’s International Test team ahead of the blockbuster Ashes series.
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Aussie star’s claim for best catch of the summer
Australian women’s cricket star Ash Gardner has laid claim to taking the best catch of the summer after a stunner against England. But was it better than Glenn Maxwell’s BBL effort? See them both.
‘In the mix’: Aussies to spin Ashes selection move
England came to Australia expecting fast and bouncy Ashes wickets but spinning pitches so far have even surprised the home team who could swing a change to try and increase their lead in the series.
Perry’s urgings with Ashes up for grabs
Australia has arguably got out of jail, as England crumbled, in the opening two matches of the Ashes and there’s one thing superstar Ellyse Perry is urging her teammates to do in order to keep the pressure up.
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Renegades to host WBBL final as Heat lock in second place
Melbourne Renegades will host the WBBL final after the Brisbane Heat secured a second-place finish with a five-wicket win over the Sydney Sixers. FULL WBBL FINALS SCHEDULE
Thunder rising star set for national call-up
Explosive opening batter Georgia Voll, who has been lighting up the Women’s Big Bash for the Sydney Thunder, appears set to continue her meteoric rise with a call-up to represent her country.
Indigenous groups consulted on future of Australia Day cricket
Cricket Australia will return to scheduling matches on Australia Day – but not before gauging the views of its Indigenous advisory group and committing to fixtures on the controversial date.
‘Bittersweet’: Aussie cricketers relegated after big Indian move
Australia’s cricketers have reacted to a key change to the Test calendar, which has left some of the game’s biggest names disappointed, and concerned about the impact it could have.
‘Friendships put on hold’ for blockbuster MCG derby
Cross-town rivals the Stars and Renegades will meet on cricket’s biggest stage in a season-defining match, to headline a huge fortnight of Melbourne events. SEE WHAT’S ON
Mate vs mate: The Sixers pair preparing for Ashes head-to-head
Teammates in pink, combatants in green and gold, navy and red. That’s the prospect facing Sydney Sixers teammates Ash Gardiner and Sophie Ecclestone as they prepare to face each other in next year’s Ashes at the SCG.
Harris: ‘I hope everyone in Brisbane comes along’
Grace Harris is calling on fans to fill the stands as the WBBL returns to the Gabba for the first time in six years on Saturday night, to headline a big month of Brisbane events. SEE WHAT’S ON
‘No love lost’ between Sydney sides ahead of SCG blockbuster
Aussie cricket superstars Ellyse Perry, Ash Gardner and Phoebe Litchfield will be keen to put on a show as the Sixers and Thunder meet on a bumper weekend for Sydney events. SEE WHAT’S ON
Hurricanes no match for Thunder despite WBBL veteran’s one-handed stunner
Not even one of the greatest catches in WBBL history could save the Hurricanes as the Thunder avenged Monday night’s loss in Hobart to pick up their first victory of the season.
Cricket opts out of Australia Day battle, legend has his say
Cricket officials have accepted there is one Australia Day battle they cannot win and a former Australian cricket captain has provided his reaction to the decision.
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