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Still got an incredibly important role to play...: Australian selection chair George Bailey
Melbourne, April 1: Australian selection chair George Bailey indicated that all-rounder Mitchell Marsh, currently the T20I captain, still has an "incredibly important role" to play in white-ball cricket and his red-ball career is also not over as well.
'Marsh got a skill set that could be helpful in Ashes', says Australia chief selector Bailey
Melbourne, April 1: Australia's chief selector George Bailey has said that experienced all-rounder Mitchell Marsh is still part of their plans for the 2025-26 Ashes to face England's pace-heavy bowling attack led by Jofra Archer and Mark Wood.
Konstas, Kuhnemann, Webster earn maiden deals as Australia unveil central contract list for 2025-26
Canberra, April 1: Explosive opener Sam Konstas and left-arm orthodox spinner Matthew Kuhnemann have been rewarded for their rollercoaster summers and have been added to Cricket Australia's central contract list for 2025-26.
Cricket Australia award Konstas, Webster, Kuhnemann with national contracts for 2025-26 season
Melbourne, April 1: Cricket Australia have awarded the Test summer's standout newcomers, Sam Konstas, Beau Webster and Matthew Kuhnemann, with national men's contracts for the 2025-26 season.
Lyon says he is 'all well and good' for WTC final after overcoming hip issue
New Delhi, March 31: Australia’s veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon has declared himself fit to play the World Test Championship Final in June after overcoming a hip issue he battled during the side’s Test series against India and Sri Lanka held earlier this year.
India men to tour Australia for white-ball games in 2025/26 season, women to play all-format series
New Delhi, March 30: The India men’s cricket team is all set to tour Australia for a white-ball series in the 2025/26 international cricket season in the country, while the women’s side will play an all-format series later.
Gabba to be demolished post 2032 Olympics, Brisbane to get new stadium
Melbourne, March 25: The Gabba, Brisbane’s iconic stadium, is set to be demolished following the 2032 Olympic Games, with cricket moving to a new 60,000-capacity venue in the Victoria Park area. This state-of-the-art stadium is being built as part of the Olympic infrastructure.
Physios knew about it; I'm still doing rehab: Khawaja on being accused of faking injury to attend F1 race
Brisbane, March 21: Australia's veteran Test opener Usman Khawaja lashed out over comments made by his state team Queensland's head of cricket on missing a crucial Sheffield Shield game, saying that the rumour about not wanting to play had left him disheartened.
Ashleigh Gardner suffers injury as Australia register win over New Zealand Women in first T20I
Auckland, March 21: Off-spinner Ashleigh Gardner met with an injury during the first T20I at Eden Park as Australia registered a magnificent win over New Zealand Women in the first T20I of the three-match series on Friday, as per the ICC.
Cricket Australia extends warm wishes to everyone celebrating the vibrant festival of Holi
Melbourne March 14,: Cricket Australia extended warm wishes to everyone celebrating the vibrant festival of Holi.
Khawaja opts out of Sheffield game vs SA, Labuschagne to lead Queensland
Adelaide, March 13: Australia Test opener Usman Khawaja has opted out of Queensland's upcoming Sheffield Shield match against South Australia, where a win would seal their spot in the final.
You've been a fierce competitor & incredible leader: Dhawan on Smith's ODI retirement
New Delhi, March 6: Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan congratulated Steve Smith for his illustrious ODI career following his retirement from the format and called him a fierce competitor and an incredible leader.
If he comes to bowl, what are you going to look at?, says Healy on Kuhnemann's bowling action cleared by ICC
New Delhi, Feb 27: Australian cricket great Ian Healy has warned that the scrutiny over Matthew Kuhnemann’s bowling action may linger despite the left-arm spinner being cleared by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
Test great, ICC match refree David Boon to join Cricket Australia board
Melbourne, Feb 27: Former Test batter David Boon has been appointed to the Cricket Australia (CA) Board. He fills the vacancy left by Paul Green, who stepped down after six years as Cricket Tasmania’s representative.
Personal views, bit of ankle pain', Starc reveals reasons behind Champions Trophy absence
New Delhi, Feb 27: Australia quick Mitchell Starc has revealed "ankle pain and personal reasons" were the reasons behind his decision to sit out the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Australia left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann cleared of suspect bowling action by ICC
Dubai, February 26: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday confirmed Australia's left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann's bowling action has been found to be legal, and he will continue bowling in international cricket.
ICC clears Australian spinner Matt Kuhnemann's bowling action
Dubai, Feb 26: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that Australian left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann's bowling action is legal, allowing him to continue bowling in international cricket.
Labuschagne's form 'alarming sign' for Australia ahead of WTC final, opines Finch
New Delhi, Feb 13: Former captain Aaron Finch opined that Australia should consider dropping Marnus Labuschagne for the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord's in June, citing his extended lean form as a reason he should no longer be included.
Indian fans flock to Australia for Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Melbourne, February 13: A record number of Indian cricket fans travelled to Australia to watch the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, according to a release from cricket.com.au.
The system has failed and let him down: O'Keefe on Kuhnemann's bowling action report
New Delhi, Feb 13: Former Australian spinner Steve O'Keefe believes that Cricket Australia has failed and let Matt Kuhnemann down after the left-arm spinner was reported for a suspected illegal bowling action.
Aussie spinner Kuhnemann reported for suspected illegal bowling action
New Delhi, Feb 12: Australia's leading wicket-taker in Sri Lanka Tests Matthew Kuhnemann has been reported for a suspected illegal bowling action during last week's second Test at Galle.
Champions Trophy: Starc withdraws with personal reasons, Smith to lead Australia
Melbourne, Feb 12: Australia have suffered another blow ahead of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy as the experienced pacer Mitchell Starc has withdrawn from the tournament, citing personal reasons.
Cricket Australia's cultural ambassador, wife take dip at Sangam to celebrate 25th wedding anniversary
Mahakumbh Nagar, Feb 10: Mahakumbh, the world's largest spiritual gathering, continues to captivate people from across the globe with its divinity and grandeur.
Melbourne Stars sign Mitchell Swepson on three-year deal
Melbourne, Feb 6: Melbourne Stars have signed leg-spinner Mitchell Swepson on a three-year deal on the final day of the BBL's first player movement window.
Amid injury concerns, Australian camp hit by shock ODI retirement of Marcus Stoinis
Melbourne, February 6: Australia all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has shocked the cricketing world by announcing his retirement from ODI cricket with immediate effect, reported the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday.
Marcus Stoinis announces surprise retirement from ODIs with immediate effect
New Delhi, Feb 6: Australia's seam-bowling all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has surprisingly announced his retirement from ODIs with immediate effect, bringing the end of his international 50-over career at 74 games.
Melbourne Renegades sign Brendan Doggett to strengthen pace attack for BBL 15
Melbourne, Feb 5: The Melbourne Renegades have bolstered their fast-bowling attack ahead of BBL season 15, signing Brendan Doggett on a two-year deal.
Joel Paris returns to Perth Scorchers for BBL 15 after stellar season with Stars
Perth, Feb 4: The Perth Scorchers have signed West Australian left-arm seamer Joel Paris on a one-year deal for Big Bash League (BBL) Season 15. Paris, who was a free agent during the Big Bash League's Player Movement Window, returns to his original club after spending the past two seasons with the Melbourne Stars.
Head opens up on comeback to Test side in 2021 following Allan Border Medal win
Melbourne, February 3: Australian opener Travis Head, who secured his first-ever Allan Border Medal on Monday opened up on his resurgence in international cricket back in 2021 after being dropped from the team and central contract list.
Travis Head, Annabel Sutherland secure top honours at Australian Cricket Awards 2025
Melbourne, February 3: Opener Travis Head and all-rounder Annabel Sutherland secured the top honours at the Australian Cricket Awards 2025, winning the Allan Border Medal and Belinda Clark Award for the Men's and Women's Cricketer of the Year respectively.
ODI great Michael Bevan inducted into Australian Cricket Hall of Fame
New Delhi, Feb 3: Australia's ODI batting great Michael Bevan has been inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame, following a tweak to the criteria for being a part of the illustrious club.
Michael Bevan 'The Finisher' inducted into Australia's Cricket Hall of Fame
Melbourne, February 3: Dubbed one of the world's top limited-over batters, former cricketer Michael Bevan has been elevated to Australia's Cricket Hall of Fame.
Beau Webster returns to Hobart Hurricanes on three-year deal; Stars secure Liam Hatcher
Hobart, January 31: Australia's Test all-rounder Beau Webster is set to rejoin the Hobart Hurricanes on a three-year contract, marking his return to his home state's Big Bash League (BBL) side after an eight-season stint in Melbourne, reported ESPNcricinfo.
Mitch Marsh set to miss ICC Champions Trophy as injury strikes Australia
Melbourne, January 31: Australia has been hit hard with the news that all-rounder Mitchell Marsh will miss the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy due to injury, as per the International Cricket Council (ICC).
Christina Matthews inducted into Australian Cricket Hall of Fame ahead of Women's Ashes Test
Melbourne, January 30: Christina Matthews, the former Australia wicketkeeper, vice-captain, and long-time cricket administrator, has been inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame. She received her award just before the opening day of the historic women's Ashes Test at the MCG.
Melbourne Renegades sign Jason Behrendorff via in the BBL's new player movement window
Melbourne, Jan 28: The Melbourne Renegades have signed paceman Jason Behrendorff for the next three Big Bash seasons, via inaugural BBL Player Movement Window, which opened on Tuesday and allows clubs to sign eligible free agents and trade uncontracted players or draft picks
Jason Behrendorff joins Melbourne Renegades in three-year deal
Melbourne, January 28: Jason Behrendorff has become the first major free agent signing in the Big Bash League's (BBL) new player window, signing a three-year contract with Melbourne Renegades after Perth Scorchers chose not to renew his deal.
Afghanistan Women's XI to play historic exhibition match in Melbourne
Melbourne, January 27: Cricket Australia (CA) Chief Executive Nick Hockley has described the upcoming exhibition match featuring the Afghanistan Women's XI in Melbourne as a beacon of hope and a significant milestone in the team's journey back to international cricket.
Hockley hopeful of Afghanistan women's match becoming a beacon of hope
New Delhi, Jan 27: Nick Hockley, chief executive of Cricket Australia (CA), believes the exhibition match featuring an Afghanistan women's team in Melbourne is a 'real beacon of hope' for the females of the country.
Adam Griffith named Cricket Australia's National Pace Bowling Coach
Melbourne, January 24: Developing the next generation of fast bowlers in Australia will be a central priority for Adam Griffith, who has been appointed as Cricket Australia's new National Pace Bowling Coach.