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Australia’s top order stutters again to leave first Test in West Indies finely balanced

The hosts were left to rue controversial dismissals at crucial moments as Beau Webster impressed by taking two wickets in Australia’s fight back with the ball

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s new-look top order blown away by West Indies before bowlers fight back in first Test

Jayden Seales and Shamar Joseph tore into Australia’s batting lineup on day one of the first Test in Bridgetown to leave their bowlers with work to do

The Guardian - AU

Green light given for stint at No.3 after Marnus axing

Australian captain Pat Cummins expects Cameron Green to be given an extended run in the No.3 spot vacated by the axed Marnus Labuschagne.

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Positions up for grabs in new-look Australia order

Three of Australia's top-six for the upcoming tour of the West Indies have played just eight Tests between them.

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Langer wants Labuschagne to stay for sake of youth

Former coach Justin Langer has made clear it is vital Marnus Labuschagne stays in Australia's Test side for the good of the team and next generation.

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'When do we stop picking him?': Aussies' Test dilemma

Marnus Labuschagne is coming off a two-year period of averaging less than 28 in Tests, giving Australia's ageing top-order plenty of problems.

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Australia get too clever and pay the price for batting order jumble

The failure of the top three meant the holders did not have enough runs when South Africa benefited from the Lord’s pitch flattening out

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Cricket’s world showdown finally lives up to its billing on thrilling first day

Grumbles about formats and venues are forgotten as first South Africa’s quicks, and then Australia’s, make hay in Lord’s sunshine

The Guardian - AU

South Africa v Australia: World Test Championship final cricket, day one – as it happened

Australia assume control of the World Test Championship final after Kagiso Rabada takes five of 14 wickets to fall across the first day.

The Guardian - UK

Incongruity of World Test Championship final fails to dampen Australian excitement

It may be a strange time of year for an Australian, and a strange tournament structure, but the decider is vindicated further each time it is played

The Guardian - AU

New opener confirmed for Australia's WTC final

Usman Khawaja will have a fifth opening partner in 18 months after Australia settled on the position for the World Test Championship final at Lord's.

AAP

How South Africa can finally shed ‘chokers’ tag against Australia to shake up Test cricket

WORLD TEST CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL 2025: South Africa’s path to Lord’s has been criticised by some, but, as Harry Latham-Coyle writes, the imperfect World Test Championship final against Australia brings a chance to rejuvenate a format under siege

The Independent UK

Indian superstar's key message for Aussie ace Green

The night before Cameron Green underwent invasive back surgery, a touching message from an Indian legend boosted the Australian's confidence.

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'Can we play tomorrow?': Aussie star geared up for WTC

Steve Smith has ditched hitting hundreds of balls in the nets for strength work, declaring he is ready for the World Test Championship final.

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BBL hero in frame for first Aussie cap in Caribbean

Mitch Owen has been selected in Australia's 16-player squad to tour the West Indies for five Twenty20 Internationals.

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Jewell shines brightly with career-best double ton

Tasmanian Caleb Jewell has enjoyed a red-letter day with Derbyshire, taking his overnight 150 past the double-hundred mark for a career-high score.

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Green guides Gloucestershire to rare red ball victory

Cam Green has continued his tune-up for the World Test Championship with a perfectly paced match-winning innings for English county Gloucestershire.

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Cameron Green cracks ton in World Test final boost

Cameron Green has made the second century of his county championship spell while James Anderson has returned at 42 years young -- to take an Aussie wicket.

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The Independent UK

Pat Cummins and Cameron Green return for World Test Championship final to leave Australia selection dilemma

Green will be unable to bowl at Lord’s against South Africa but could return to the XI as a batter only

AAP

Australia have three options for Test opening spot

After just two Tests, Josh Inglis could open in the World Test Championship final after being thrown into the mix to partner Usman Khawaja.

The Independent UK

Essex rest Sam Cook as 14 wickets fall on opening day against Worcestershire

The prolific seamer has been rested ahead of an increasingly likely Test call-up next month.

The Guardian - UK

Intriguing and deep list of overseas stars head for County Championship

Familiar faces such as Kemar Roach will feature, as will the two Camerons in Bristol – Bancroft and Green

AAP

Whiz kid Konstas earns first Cricket Australia contract

After bursting onto the scene during the Boxing Day Test, teenager Sam Konstas has been promoted to Cricket Australia's contracted players list.

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Cameron Green plots springboard back into Test team

Cameron Green hopes to use a stint in English country cricket as a springboard for a return to Australia's Test team.

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Mitch Marsh out of Champions Trophy with back issue

A back injury has sidelined Mitch Marsh just as the allrounder was hoping to reassert his credentials on the international stage.

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