Neser stars as Heat beat Scorchers, secure BBL top spot Allrounder Michael Neser shone with the bat, ball and in the field as Brisbane Heat beat Perth Scorchers by 23 runs to secure first position in the BBL. AAP · Jan 10, 2024
Steve Smith replaces David Warner as Australia Test opener NEW DELHI: Australia's Test team is set for a major shakeup as Steve Smith takes over the opening position alongside Usman Khawaja, succeeding David Warner, ahead of the upcoming two-match series against West Indies. The Times of India · Jan 10, 2024
Cameron Green to play against West Indies as selectors opt not to pick specialist opener to replace David Warner NEW DELHI: Allrounder Cameron Green will feature in Australia's first Test against West Indies, starting January 17 in Adelaide, the selectors said on Wednesday. The Times of India · Jan 10, 2024
Marnus backs Khawaja on 'special' BBL dove unveiling With Usman Khawaja expected to unveil the dove symbol banned by the ICC in the BBL, teammate Marnus Labuschagne explains why he showcases the eagle on his bat. AAP · Jan 9, 2024
Smith opening, Green No.4 'a perfect scenario': Marnus Marnus Labuschagne has outlined why Australia will be well served if Steven Smith opens and Cameron Green bats No.4 in the first Test against the West Indies. AAP · Jan 9, 2024
Cummins doesn't want changes in Aussie batting order Pat Cummins has kept the door ajar for Cameron Green to replace David Warner at the top of the Test team, pushing against another incumbent moving up to open. AAP · Jan 6, 2024
AUS vs PAK | Josh Hazlewood has Pakistan reeling after Jamal’s third Test heroics AUS vs PAK: Paceman Josh Hazlewood swings Test match, reducing Pakistan to 68/7 and giving Australia 82 run lead. The Hindu · Jan 5, 2024
Smith interested in replacing Warner as Test opener Steve Smith has flagged that he is interested in replacing David Warner as Australia's Test opener, adding to the list of potential candidates. AAP · Jan 5, 2024
Hazlewood triple-wicket maiden puts Australia on a roll Josh Hazlewood has claimed three wickets in an over to leave Pakistan 7-68 in their second innings, a lead of 82 over Australia after day three at the SCG. AAP · Jan 5, 2024
Rain halts play after Pakistan dismiss Australian openers in Sydney Test NEW DELHI: The third Test between Australia and Pakistan in Sydney witnessed a rain-interrupted second day after the visiting team managed to secure crucial wickets, including the dismissals of Australian openers David Warner and Usman Khawaja. The Times of India · Jan 4, 2024
Australia's Usman Khawaja completes 7,000 international runs Usman Khawaja completes 7,000 international runs in 118 matches with 17 centuries & 38 fifties. Australia 116/2 at Tea on day two of 3rd Test vs Pakistan. The Hindu · Jan 4, 2024
David Warner falls for 34 in farewell Test as Pakistan pressure Australia NEW DELHI: On the second day of the third Test in Sydney, David Warner's farewell innings came to an end as he was dismissed for 34, missing out on a century in his final Test match. The 37-year-old opening batsman left the Sydney Cricket Ground to a standing ovation from… The Times of India · Jan 4, 2024
Warner sacrificed image for Australia's sake: Khawaja If the retiring David Warner played the role of Test cricket villain, it was only for his teammates' sake, says long-time friend Usman Khawaja. AAP · Jan 4, 2024
Aussies bounce back from 4-16 to build handy MCG lead Mitch Marsh and Steve Smith steadied the ship after a rocky start, playing key roles as Australia built a 241-run lead over Pakistan by stumps on day three. AAP · Dec 28, 2023
The Times of India · Dec 27, 2023 Boxing Day Test: Australia take control as Pakistan flounder NEW DELHI: On the second day of the Boxing Day Test, Australia took the lead at the Melbourne Cricket Ground thanks to Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, leaving Pakistan trailing badly at 194-6. Pakistan were still 124 runs adrift.
AAP · Dec 27, 2023 Cummins inspires Australia's MCG wicket frenzy Pat Cummins has ripped through Pakistan with three wickets late on day two to put Australia in a commanding position in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG.
The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023 Labuschagne immovable as Australia frustrate Pakistan in second Test Marnus Labuschagne's glacial 44 off 120 balls helps Australia reach 187-3 on rain-disrupted day 1 vs Pakistan.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 26, 2023 Australia v Pakistan: Boxing Day Test, day two – as it happened Pakistan 194-6 at stumps after Australia rolled for 318 before lunch
AAP · Dec 26, 2023 Snapshot of day one of the second Test in Melbourne Pakistan sent Australia in to bat and Abdullah Shafique squandered an early chance to make inroads before a three-hour rain delay put a dampener on proceedings.
The Times of India · Dec 26, 2023 Watch: Marnus Labuschagne chases away pigeons at the MCG NEW DELHI: Pigeons have been a regular feature at the Melbourne Cricket Ground since generations and the Boxing Day Test between Australia and Pakistan was no different.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 25, 2023 Usman Khawaja criticises ICC for ‘double standards’ after dove logo ban Opener highlights other cricketers who have displayed symbols including Marnus Labuschagne as Pat Cummins reiterates support
AAP · Dec 21, 2023 Unpredictable Perth pitch won't influence MCG's plans MCG head curator Matt Page insists he will not change his preparation for the Boxing Day Test despite the Optus Stadium pitch rapidly deteriorating last week.
The Times of India · Dec 18, 2023 Marnus Labuschagne cleared for 'Boxing Day' Test after nasty blow NEW DELHI: Australia's Marnus Labuschagne, determined to overcome a nasty blow to his pinky finger in the series-opening victory against Pakistan, has been given the green light to play in the upcoming 'Boxing Day' Test.
AAP · Dec 18, 2023 Perth wicket wasn't a danger, says battered Labuschagne Marnus Labuschagne says his finger is feeling considerably better and he's in no doubt to face Pakistan in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 17, 2023 Australia crush Pakistan in first Test as Nathan Lyon takes 500th wicket – as it happened Australia completed a resounding 360-run victory over Pakistan on day four as spinner Nathan Lyon claimed his 500th Test wicket