Australia defend handling of Labuschagne selection Australia's prolonged selection of Marnus Labuschagne has drawn heavy criticism, but coach Andrew McDonald says his prolonged stint will not have damaged him. AAP · 8h ago
Aussie coach says batting is in a better spot after SA Australia's batting flopped in the final two Tests in South Africa, but coach Andrew McDonald says the output from new faces means it's in a better spot. AAP · 8h ago
Why Aussies believe Green won't be in a spin in India Cameron Green copped a tough working-over from Simon Harmer in Cape Town, but Andrew McDonald says his history of runs in Asia is more relevant for India. AAP · 8h ago
Australia’s bizarre selection choices backfired – predictably – in South Africa. It’s time for a reality check The team’s management needs to offer decisions that make sense, rather than spurious justifications for ones that don’t The Guardian - AU · 19h ago
Labuschagne at crossroads after bizarre four-year fall Marnus Labuschagne has gone from averaging above 60 in his first 30 Tests to less than half that figure in the 37 since, leaving his future uncertain. AAP · Oct 21
Smith available to help lead Australia's day-five fight Steve Smith struggled with a stiff neck when batting in the first innings of the Gqeberha Test, but Australia are confident he'll be better second time around. AAP · Oct 21
Aussie selectors prove they again have the golden touch Australia's selectors have made more than a few head-scratching calls in recent years, but Durban was another example of how they've paid dividends most times. AAP · Oct 14
Testing quick turnaround puts an orange light on Green Australian allrounder Cameron Green is unlikely to play in the second Test against South Africa as he continues his recovery from an abdominal strain. AAP · Oct 14
No.1 for a reason: Aussie coach defends batting group Australia's batting has been under the spotlight in the lead up to the South Africa Test series, but coach Andrew McDonald insists it has performed well. AAP · Oct 7
Hotel breakfasts give officials hope for no 2018 repeat Australia's last Test tour of South Africa was one of the ugliest series since Bodyline. But officials are confident tensions have thawed between the two sides. AAP · Oct 7
Fairytale Maddinson return close with Green injury blow Nic Maddinson is a chance to play the first Test against South Africa, with coach Andrew McDonald insistent selectors have long viewed him as a genuine option. AAP · Oct 6
Green to miss first Test, may not bowl in SA series Cameron Green has failed to overcome an abdominal injury in time for the first Test against South Africa in Durban, leaving Nic Maddinson closer to a return. AAP · Oct 6
Ton of reasons why 'Camball' passed ultimate Test Cameron Green has opened up on how he found the key to unlocking his best as a batter in Test cricket after his century in Darwin solidified his No.5 position. AAP · Aug 20
Australia swing axe after Darwin disaster with Jake Weatherald dropped for second Bangladesh Test Opener pays the price after scores of 23 and 0 in first Test defeat with Matthew Renshaw drafted into the 13-man squad in his place The Guardian - AU · Aug 18
AAP · Aug 18 Opener axed for second Test as Renshaw gets recall Queensland left-hander Matt Renshaw has been drafted into the Australian squad after the first Test debacle claimed the scalp of Jake Weatherald.
AAP · Aug 17 Poor Test batting not the only issue facing Australia Australia were outplayed by Bangladesh in Darwin with the bat, ball and in the field but coach Andrew McDonald says it is not time for an emotional response.
AAP · Aug 17 'Needs big runs': Australia mull change after Test loss Australia coach Andrew McDonald has left the door ajar for squad changes and addressed the lack of runs by Marnus Labuschagne and Jake Weatherald.
The Economic Times · Aug 5 School Assembly News Headlines, August 6, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day School Assembly News Headlines: The Lok Sabha in India has successfully passed a significant bill aimed at modernizing banking evidence laws, marking an important reform in the financial sector. In notable news, senior officials T.V. Somanathan and Govind Mohan have been granted one-year service extensions. Additionally, there's a concerning forecast…
AAP · Aug 5 Neser injures calf as Australia reveal India plans Australia fast bowler Michael Neser's calf injury has the veteran targeting a return for the South Africa tour.
The Economic Times · Aug 5 No practice games for Australia before next year's India Tests: Head coach Andrew McDonald Australia will not play a practice match before its five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in India next year, with head coach Andrew McDonald saying a preparatory camp in conditions similar to the subcontinent would offer better preparation. He added that players in contention for the India tour may also prioritise training…
The Independent UK · Jul 29 Australian cricket legend hints at interest in England Test coach role ahead of next year’s Ashes The ECB is still searching for Brendon McCullum’s replacement after he was sacked as Test coach earlier this month
AAP · Jul 29 Australia coach unconvinced Stokes exit is permanent Australia coach Andrew McDonald is unconvinced he has seen the last of Ben Stokes, predicting the incoming England coach will "twist his arm" out of retirement.
AAP · Jun 15 I can still play every Test, Lyon tells Aussie bosses As Nathan Lyon sees it, if NSW can recover to win State of Origin I, he can shake off a "traumatic" hamstring injury and become a must-pick Test player again.
AAP · May 25 CRIK:Patient Aussies say rising teen won't Peake too early Highly touted teen batter Ollie Peake is in line for an international debut on the tour of Pakistan this month.
AAP · May 25 Patient Aussies say rising teen won't Peake too early Highly touted teen batter Ollie Peake is in line for an international debut on the tour of Pakistan this month.