Questions loom for veterans with Test series ratings Australia's series loss in South Africa has been one of the toughest for several senior players, with new faces among the best performed in the three Tests. AAP · 11h ago
Australia collapse on final day as Simon Harmer spins South Africa to series win Australia crumbled on the final day of the third Test against South Africa to lose by 176 runs as the hosts claimed a 2-1 series win at Newlands The Guardian - UK · 16h ago
Cummins: change may be needed after Cape Town disaster Australia have soul-searching to do after the horror ending in Cape Town on Halloween cost them the series against South Africa and top spot in the rankings. AAP · 19h ago
Labuschagne will go - but can he return to Test team? Marnus Labuschagne's nightmare run in Australia's top-order is certain to be over, with the Queenslander now set for a long stint in the Sheffield Shield. AAP · 20h ago
Australia set 288 to win on final day after South African centurions turn tide Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder hit hundreds for hosts to leave Australia with a last-day chase to win the third Test and the series The Guardian - AU · Oct 30
Circuit breaker: Why Labuschagne needs time out of team Marnus Labuschagne's duck in Cape Town is expected to seal his fate, with the batter almost certain to be dropped for the start of Australia's home summer. AAP · Oct 28
Carey and Inglis counterpunch to put Australia on top in South Africa Keepers rebuild the innings to reach 330 for four at the close Green sparkles but Labuschagne duck is ominous The Guardian - AU · Oct 28
Josh Inglis stars as Australia seize advantage in series decider against South Africa Australia are on top in their series decider against South Africa after Josh Inglis hit an unbeaten 85 on day two in Cape Town. Responding to South Africa’s 329, Australia’s openers started well before Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne were both dismissed by Simon Harmer in the same over before… The Independent UK · Oct 28
Australia take lead after delivering on batting promise Australia's best day with the bat in years has given them control of the third Test against South Africa, and a chance to clinch the series. AAP · Oct 28
Labuschagne must beat mental block to overcome the 30s Marnus Labuschagne is expected to get one more chance to overcome his growing list of wasted starts, with his time at the crease considered at No.3. AAP · Oct 26
Not just about runs: Selectors defend Maddinson pick Nic Maddinson's surprise two-Test cameo in South Africa is over after but Australia selectors say his runs aren't the only measure by which to judge his recall. AAP · Oct 26
Australia must go big as a pack to win in South Africa Australia's failure to turn starts into big scores is a point of concern ahead of the series decider against South Africa, and one batters know must be fixed. AAP · Oct 25
Labuschagne mystery deepens after Australia training Marnus Labuschagne's schedule at Australia's main training session has raised further questions over his spot for the third Test against South Africa. AAP · Oct 25
Winds of change are coming for Australia as selection storm brews in South Africa Crushing defeat in second Test raises fresh questions about visitors’ fragile batting lineup before Cape Town decider The Guardian - AU · Oct 24
AAP · Oct 24 One out: numbers that show Australia's batting issues Australia have been 4-95 or worse in more than half of their past 23 innings, with data also illustrating how one player has often been left to save them.
AAP · Oct 22 To axe or not to axe: Aussies weigh up team for decider Australia's captain Pat Cummins says it is a delicate balance deciding how many changes to make after Australia's second-Test horror against South Africa.
AAP · Oct 21 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 Nightmare in SA: how Australia's tale of woe unfolded Australia's collapse to 99 all out at St George's Park marked their fourth-lowest ever score against South Africa.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 21 Australia collapse in chaotic fashion to leave South Africa in sight of victory Australia were bowled out for 99 and forced to follow on, with the tourists’ batters left to conduct a desperate rearguard on the last day of the second Test
AAP · Oct 21 Australia's capitulation leaves three at risk of axe Australia are at serious risk of an embarrassing defeat to South Africa in the second Test, which could have selection ramifications for a number of players.
AAP · Oct 20 Australia rue Lyon absence in wake of Hazlewood illness Josh Hazlewood's illness left Beau Webster playing a holding role for Australia in Gqeberha, while part-time spinners sent down 15 overs without Nathan Lyon.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 14 The sleepy English hotel where Bradman and Australia left cricket memories galore Tucked away on a Peak District hillside is The Maynard, bursting with memorabilia and stories left by touring teams
The Guardian - UK · Oct 12 Renshaw’s heroics leave South Africa reeling as Australia close on first Test victory Matt Renshaw followed up his epic first-innings 190 with an impressive 82, plus Temba Bavuma’s wicket, to put Australia on course for a statement win against South Africa in Durban
AAP · Oct 12 Matt the Bat becomes Matt the Ball with win in sight Australia are six wickets away from a series-opening victory in Durban, after South Africa slumped to 4-102 in pursuit of an unlikely target of 421.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 9 Renshaw keeps Australia’s hopes intact against South Africa after Maddinson gamble fails Australia’s hopes of a competitive first innings total rest with Matt Renshaw and Pat Cummins after they steered them to 187 for 6 on day one of the first Test against South Africa