The batting heroics of unheralded Mitch Owen in the Big Bash final have reaped immediate rewards after the Tasmanian signed his first international deal in South Africa, where Marcus Stoinis suffered a potential hamstring injury that could hamper his preparation for the Champions Trophy.
‘I was surprised’: Rival spin ploy backfires; line that was crossed in shocker — Day 3 Talking Points
Galle’s rain is the only thing standing in the way of Australia cruising towards a comfortable victory in the first Test of the Warne–Muralitharan Trophy campaign against Sri Lanka.
Shane Warne’s family reacts to beautiful fan gesture in Sri Lanka … including a subtle detail
Sri Lankan cricket fans have paid a small but meaningful tribute to Shane Warne and it didn’t go unnoticed by the leg-spinning legend’s family.
‘Lot of people telling me what to do’: Uzzie silences retirement calls; star’s baffling snub — Talking Pts
Australia posted a record first-innings total courtesy of hundreds by opener Usman Khawaja and debutant Josh Inglis before Sri Lanka’s top-order crumbled late on day two of the first Test in Galle.
‘Hope he’s smiling down’: Aussie star’s Warnie tribute after spin masterclass at MCG
After a dazzling display of leg-spinning brilliance on the opening day of the Ashes Test at the MCG, Australian star Alana King said she hoped legendary bowler Shane Warne was looking down from the Heavens in delight.
Pitch invader begs at Kohli’s feet in wild scenes during India star’s 13-year first class return
Virat Kohli has prompted wild scenes in his return to Indian first class cricket after an 13-year absence.
Aussie fans hit back after Poms’ bizarre ‘stat-padding’ sledge
Kylie Minogue, a proud Aussie who mostly calls England home, famously sang she “can’t get you out of my head” in a track dedicated to obsession.
Forgotten Test centurion’s career revival continues with ton over touring English side
Former Test batter Kurtis Patterson has continued his rise back from the brink, notching up a century for Australia A against the England Lions in their tour match in Sydney.
‘MCG needs to catch up’: New cricket Hall of Famer’s push for statue of women’s legend
Former wicketkeeper and leading administrator Christina Matthews was on the front foot at the MCG on Thursday after it was announced she would be inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame.
‘Craziest wicket ever?’ Never-before-seen run-out stuns cricket
A truly one-of-a-kind run-out has occurred in a game between the England U19 and South Africa U19, however, questions have been raised about whether or not he should have been given out.
Captain’s call vindicated; King’s spin clinic stuns as Aussies sweat on Perry – Ashes Talking Pts
An injury to superstar Ellyse Perry overshadowed another comprehensive day by Australia in the marquee day-night Test match at the MCG. Scroll down to see our Talking Points!
Sri Lanka utterly humiliated as ruthless Australians dominate Galle Test
Usman Khawaja and Josh Inglis compiled career-defining hundreds before Sri Lanka crumbled in a late collapse as Australia dominated day two of the Warne–Muralitharan Trophy opener in Galle.
One of these medallists was axed. The other just rocked England with a redefining masterclass
With the Allan Border Medal presentation looming, the fate of last year’s winners could hardly be more different.
‘Remarkable’ BBL season, grand final breaks records as most-watched teams revealed
From Mitch Owen’s legendary knock to deliver Hobart its first-ever BBL title to Glenn Maxwell’s heroic 90-run statement that kept the Stars’ season alive, BBL14 kept cricket fans on the edge of their seats this summer.
‘Brutal’ response as gamble ends nightmare; redeemed Uz trails only AB — Talking Pts
Sri Lanka was left to rue several missed chances in the field as veterans Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith put Australia in a dominant position at stumps on day one of the Warne–Muralitharan Trophy series opener in Galle.