Smith bats as Australia say Cape Town demons are gone Australia are confident they will have Steve Smith available for the third Test against South Africa, as he battles to overcome neck soreness. AAP · 2h ago
Kallis-Ponting Cup? Aussies and Proteas need a trophy Australia play for perpetual trophies against seven other countries, including Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka -- but no such thing exists with South Africa. AAP · 21h ago
Cricket: Newlands to provide test of more than bat and ball for Australia Australia will compete against South Africa in a crucial test match at Newlands, with both teams level in the series. Former captain Steve Smith, under scrutiny for past actions during the Sandpapergate scandal, aims to improve his performance. Current skipper Pat Cummins and teammates stand by Smith as they prepare… The Economic Times · 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
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 24
'Couldn't love him any more': same old Scotty puzzle Scott Boland was Australia's best player in the second-Test loss to South Africa, leaving selectors with a difficult call for Cape Town. AAP · Oct 23
South Africa seal win over stubborn Australia to set up series decider South Africa secured victory over Australia on the final day in Gqeberha to level their three-match series at 1-1. South Africa needed six wickets heading into the fifth day for victory after enforcing the follow-on on Wednesday, but the opening session was washed out due to rain. Australia opener Travis… The Independent UK · Oct 22
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 The Guardian - UK · Oct 21
Australia on the back foot as Bavuma plays captain’s innings for South Africa Magnificent 179 puts hosts in charge on day three with Nic Maddison dismissed for a duck before close The Guardian - AU · Oct 20
David Warner takes swipe at ‘pathetic’ turnout for South Africa v Australia Test match There was a paltry crowd of fewer than 20,000 fans across the five days of the first Test as the top two ranked sides in the world did battle in Durban The Independent UK · Oct 20
Scott Boland shines against South Africa but rain dominates again The veteran Australian quick ended the day with four wickets South Africa srtruggle to 97-5 on second day The Guardian - AU · Oct 19
'Anxiety' the biggest hurdle after head blow: Smith Steve Smith felt unwell after being hit in the head batting in the first Test against South Africa, but the issue was fear of a concussion rather than one. AAP · Oct 18
The concerning admission around poor Test crowds South Africa are hopeful of better attendances for the second Test against Australia in Gqeberha, with a review to be launched into poor Durban crowd sizes. AAP · Oct 17
AAP · Oct 17 Renshaw to stay No.5 as Aussies delay naming Test side Australia will keep Matt Renshaw at No.5 after his match-winning 190 and 82 in Durban, but questions remain over the rest of the side for the second Test.
AAP · Oct 16 Hazlewood feeling free as bowlers enter golden age Australia's 'big four' bowlers have entered the most rarefied of air as they approach a 10th year together, with the benefit of age playing into their hands.
AAP · Oct 15 Australia's old rival firing up for South Africa return South Africa hope Kagiso Rabada can be the spark to put them back in the series against Australia, with their key quick back firing ahead of the second Test.
AAP · Oct 15 Green back batting, but second Test is too soon Cameron Green has been all but ruled out of Australia's second Test against South Africa, with the allrounder only returning to light duties at training.
AAP · Oct 13 "Compelling" case needed for Renshaw to return to open Pat Cummins has suggested it would take a "compelling" case for Matt Renshaw to go back to open against South Africa, after his scores of 190 and 82 at No.5.
AAP · Oct 13 Record-breaking bowlers relishing it while they can Australia need their big four bowlers fit and firing to achieve what they want to over the next 12 months. And the early signs are good in South Africa.
AAP · Oct 12 Proteas underdone ahead of heavyweight Australia clash Spinner Keshav Maharaj has conceded the fact South Africa entering the Test series against Australia without a red-ball match in 10 months has impacted them.
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 11 Lyon feeling as good as ever on another record day Nathan Lyon says he is feeling at his best after overcoming last summer's hamstring tear, as the experience of he and Australia's quicks told in Durban.
AAP · Oct 11 Containing Australia could be name of game for Proteas South Africa have conceded their best hope may be trying to contain Australia in Durban, with the tourists the side with the best hope of a 1-0 series lead.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 11 Record-breaking quartet put Australia in full control against South Africa Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon shared nine wickets as Australia dismissed South Africa for 284 in the first Test in Durban