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Australia abandon Steve Smith experiment ahead of marquee India series

Smith was pushed up to open after the retirement of David Warner but will now return to the middle order

The Independent UK

'Still a bit of water to go under the bridge...': Pat Cummins on Australia's batting order against India

NEW DELHI: Australian captain Pat Cummins and head coach Andrew McDonald have yet to make a final decision on the batting order for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India at home.

The Times of India

IPL 2025: RP Singh expects for Fraser-McGurk to be retained by Delhi Capitals

NEW DELHI: Former India left-arm fast-bowler RP Singh said he is expecting for big-hitting opener Jake Fraser-McGurk to be retained by Delhi Capitals ahead of IPL 2025 mega auction.

The Times of India

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Respect beyond Rivalry: When Virat Kohli defended Steve Smith from jeering fans

NEW DELHI: In one of the most memorable moments of sportsmanship in recent cricket history, former India captain Virat Kohli earned widespread respect during the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup for his gesture towards Australian batsman Steve Smith.

The Times of India

There was no reason to turn Steve Smith into an opener: Michael Bevan

CHENNAI: Former Australia batter Michael Bevan said that he is not a huge fan of Steve Smith operating at the top of the order. Smith, a maverick batting success with over 100 Tests in his kitty, has recently occupied the spot vacated by veteran David Warner and partnered Usman Khawaja…

The Times of India

Jason Gillespie backs Australia bowlers against 'red-hot' India, says 'I am sure they can...'

NEW DELHI: Australia's bowling unit, including Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon, has the potential to challenge India in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, according to Pakistan's Test team head coach Jason Gillespie.

The Times of India

Australia's Matt Short in line to grab opener's slot left vacant by David Warner's retirement

Matt Short has sent out a challenge to the contenders of David Warner's vacant opening batting position in Australia's limited-overs teams. This comes after Jake Fraser-McGurk's underwhelming performance during the series against Scotland.

The Times of India

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Swashbuckling Travis Head leads Australia to opening T20 win over England

Head whacked Sam Curran for 30 in an over and thumped 12 boundaries in total.

The Independent UK

No pressure on Fraser-McGurk for instant T20 hit: Marsh

Australia's T20 captain Mitch Marsh says there's no pressure on Jake Fraser-McGurk to be an instant hit when opening the batting as David Warner's replacement.

AAP

Steve Smith should be in Australia T20I team: Mark Taylor

NEW DELHI: Steve Smith should be brought back into the T20I squad, according to former Australia captain Mark Taylor, who claims that the top order lacks a solid plan since David Warner retired.

The Times of India

Brad Wheal eagerly anticipating T20 rematch with Australia after World Cup heartache

IT will be about 20 degrees cooler and there will be a lot less on the line but Scotland’s desire to win remains the same as they prepare for a…

The National (Scotland)

Sunil Gavaskar predicts India will beat Australia 3-1 in the five-Test series Down Under

India haven't lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy since 2014-15, and while many of the Australian players have vowed to change the trend in the upcoming edition, former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar has predicted that the trend will continue with a 3-1 victory for India in the five-Test series.

The Times of India

Ollie Pope the batter looks like a square peg after holing out against Sri Lanka

Performances tend to suffer in unfamiliar roles with Ollie Pope and Dan Lawrence just the latest examples

The Guardian - UK

My wife wants me to be at home and take care of my boys: Rahul Dravid

MUMBAI: When Rahul Dravid is in a good mood, he can leave you in splits. At an event here on Wednesday night, he responded hilariously when quizzed about which actor he would pick to play himself in a biopic. “If the money is good enough, I will play it myself,”…

The Times of India

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Steve Smith leaves door open for 2028 Olympics

Superstar batter Steve Smith sees a world where he is still playing cricket when the sport is included at the 2028 Olympics.

The Times of India

David Warner, Steve Smith sign Big Bash League contracts

NEW DELHI: While Steven Smith inked a three-year contract with the Sydney Sixers, David Warner signed a two-year deal with the Sydney Thunder of the Big Bash League. For the first time in his illustrious career, Warner will be available for the entire BBL season following the conclusion of his…

AAP

Steve Smith, David Warner lead BBL's all-star cast

Steve Smith has re-signed with the Sydney Sixers as David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne and Alex Carey also pledge allegiance to BBL franchises.

Salon

Time Bandits bosses on "Pythonesque" TV

Salon talks to series creators Jemaine Clement and Iain Morris about updating Terry Gilliam's classic for our time

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Hockley to resign as CA boss, race now on for top job

Nick Hockley has announced he will resign as Cricket Australia's CEO, potentially opening the door for ex-NRL boss Todd Greenberg to take charge.

The Times of India

Suryakumar Yadav joins elite list in T20Is after series win against Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: Suryakumar Yadav, India T20 Internationals captain, has joined the prestigious list of cricketers with the most Player of the Series awards in T20Is. This achievement, marked by his fifth such accolade, places him just behind Virat Kohli, who leads with six awards.

The Independent UK

Fast 50s: Ben Stokes and other batters who were in a hurry to hit a half-century

Only Misbah-Ul-Haq and David Warner have scored quicker half-centuries.

The Independent UK

Australia end David Warner’s hopes of international comeback after retirement

The 37-year-old seemingly left the door ajar for a return last week as he said on social media he was “open” to playing in the Champions Trophy.

The Times of India

David Warner will not be considered for 2025 Champions Trophy: George Bailey

NEW DELHI: George Bailey, the chief selector for the Australian men's cricket team, has confirmed that David Warner, the seasoned left-handed opening batsman, will not be considered for selection in the Champions Trophy scheduled for 2025.

AAP

Warner 'stirring the pot' laughed off by head selector

David Warner has hinted he would be open to playing for Australia again, but chairman of selectors George Bailey has laughed off the post.

The Times of India

Pat Cummins rested for Australia's limited-overs tour to England and Scotland

NEW DELHI: As part of a workload management program, ODI World Cup-winning captain Pat Cummins will be rested for Australia's upcoming limited-overs tour to Britain while Mitchell Starc will miss the Twenty20 phase of the tour.

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