The Perth Scorchers cemented themselves as the Big Bash League’s most successful franchise after snaring a record sixth title on Sunday.
Pace duo’s ruthless burst helps Aussies stay unbeaten as ‘clinical’ pairing makes most of first hit out
Another disciplined bowling performance from Australia’s Under-19 side has kept the reigning champions unbeaten at this World Cup, defeating South Africa by six wickets on Sunday.
‘Can’t see how!’: Scorchers denied AGAIN in deja vu act as calls for rule change grow
The Perth Scorchers have once again found themselves on the wrong end of a catching controversy in BBL|15, this time in the season finale with a sixth Big Bash title on the line.
What time does the 2026 BBL Grand Final start, and how can I watch?
Two of the Big Bash League’s most successful franchises, the Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers, face off in the grand final to cap season 15.
‘I could feel it’: Inside the ‘player-led’ meeting which sparked remarkable Sixers turnaround
Two weeks into the BBL15 season and things were looking bleak for the Sydney Sixers.
‘Worst pitch I’ve ever played on’: England unleash SIX spinners in ‘shocking’ 41-year first
Joe Root produced a batting masterclass on a turning track to steer England to a hard-fought five-wicket win over Sri Lanka, squaring the three-match ODI series in Colombo on Saturday.
‘Deeply disappointed’: Bangladesh cut from World Cup as replacement nation revealed
Scotland will replace Bangladesh at next month’s T20 World Cup, cricket’s governing body confirmed on Saturday, after Bangladesh effectively pulled out of the tournament due to a row over playing matches in India.
Steve Smith hits his groove – but too late for Australia’s T20 World Cup squad
Batter will not be going to India and Sri Lanka despite fine form in the Big Bash but he does have an eye on the 2028 Olympics
Considering that Steve Smith was once observed changing gloves after facing eight balls, it is no surprise to see him throw down a gauntlet. The surprise is that he is doing so in 20-over cricket, the format where his batting has historically made the most modest impression.
It is an incongruity of Australia’s season that Smith has the hottest hand in the Big Bash League and it is too late to have him considered for an imminent World Cup with the squad selected weeks ago. Smith wanted to be there, but his bigger concern is not the T20 World Cup of 2026. It’s the Los Angeles Olympics of 2028.
Continue reading...The gamble to ‘future proof’ Perth’s BBL success pays off as skipper stares down historic feat
Scorchers skipper Ashton Turner admits Perth took a gamble with plans to “future proof” the team heading into the Big Bash League 15 season.
‘No scope for changing our decision’: Boycott rocks T20 World Cup as bitter feud explodes
Bangladesh will not travel to India to play in next month’s T20 World Cup, its cricket board confirmed on Thursday, effectively ruling the country out of the tournament.
Australian Open’s scenic riverside path symbolises sport’s long walk to equality | Emma John
Evonne Goolagong Cawley Day is a welcome initiative but meaningful change will only come with a structural approach
The riverside walk to the Australian Open courts is a scenic joy for the sporting pilgrim. Rowing crews train up and down the water, framed by the city’s sun-flecked skyline. The Melbourne Cricket Ground floodlights signal distantly ahead. Beneath the feet of the crowds hurrying to ticket barriers, the concrete path transforms into an artwork: a twisting confluence of eels honouring their Yarra River migration, which once provided abundant food for the Wurundjeri people.
On Wednesday the celebration of country continued inside the precinct. This was Evonne Goolagong Cawley Day, when the tournament celebrates First Nations people and culture. A packed schedule of entertainment included a smoking ceremony on the steps of Margaret Court Arena, a Q&A with Cathy Freeman, and a performance from the Coodjinburra pop star Budjerah. There were taster sessions and weaving workshops, and all the ball kids were from tennis programmes for Indigenous peoples.
Continue reading...‘Don’t know what he had for lunch’: Star’s display lauded in demolition as India cull Kiwis
Blistering knocks by skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan led India to a crushing seven-wicket win over New Zealand on Friday, giving them a 2-0 lead in the five-match T20 series.
All-time BBL final grudge match locked in as contender implodes after freak display
The Sydney Sixers have progressed through to an incredible eighth Big Bash grand final in 15 years on Friday night, courtesy of a dominant 57-run win over reigning champions Hobart.
BBL finals schedule: Scorchers into NINTH final as Sixers get redemption shot
The Perth Scorchers are through to a remarkable ninth BBL final and will again face the Sydney Sixers, who beat the Hobart Hurricanes in The Challenger after losing The Qualifier to their old rival.
‘Not a good look’: What was said in heated BBL scene as big-name Aussie teammates clash
A heated exchange between Hobart teammates Beau Webster, Matt Wade and Mitch Owen has been captured during the Sixers-Hurricanes final with Webster delivering a brutal swipe towards Owen.