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CricketProteas aim to seal WTC final place in Pakistan series

South Africa will be eyeing a place in the World Test Championship final with an all-seam attack against Pakistan in the first Test, starting Thursday.

Staff Writers

Cricket CommentsPremiumBeat the Heat! Scorchers’ new-age rivalry reignites in Perth

The Scorchers and Heat split their two matches last season, which were played within days of each other.

Jackson Barrett

CricketHead moves to fourth in batting ranks, Bumrah runs away

Travis Head and Jasprit Bumrah, the standout performers in the Border-Gavaskar series so far, have been rewarded for their efforts in the latest ICC charts.

Staff Writers

CricketCommentsPremiumKonstas set to join illustrious group of teen debutants

Ahead of Sam Konstas adding his name to the role of vaunted stars to represent Australia in Test cricket and becoming the fourth youngest to do it, here’s a look at the five youngest to have ever done it.

Aaron Kirby

Cricket Christmas at the ‘G! Aussie stars and family lap up big day

Australia’s cricket stars and their growing hoard of young children spent Christmas Day on the middle of the MCG as the side prepares for the blockbuster Boxing Day Test. SEE THE PICS HERE

Jackson Barrett

Cricket Premium‘Like a kid in the backyard’: The freedom of a teen debutant

Call it blissful naivety, blind faith or the freedom of youth — there’s something special about playing Test cricket as a teenager, according to Pat Cummins. Sam Konstas will do it on Boxing Day.

Jackson Barrett

CricketPremiumScorching heat could play into Australia’s decision-making

Temperatures are set to soar to extreme levels in Melbourne as the simmering Border-Gavaskar Trophy series returns for the Boxing Day Test.

Jackson Barrett

Cricket CommentsPremiumHead-line act in for Boxing Day after fitness test

Travis Head has overcome a quad injury in time to play the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, captain Pat Cummins confirmed at a Christmas Day press conference.

Jackson Barrett

CricketCricket's unique list of Aussie Boxing Day debutants

Sam Konstas will join an Italian captain, a one-Test wonder, a fellow Cranbrook student and one of the fastest-ever quicks as a Boxing Day debutant.

Scott Bailey

CricketKonstas adds another element to Boxing Day debutants

Sam Konstas's Boxing Day debut puts him on the same path as a Test captain, national selector, cult hero and Italian star by starting his career at the MCG.

Scott Bailey

CricketCommentsPremiumMerry Christmas, Scorchers! Turner signs historic extension

Perth Scorchers captain Ashton Turner has signed the longest contract extension in the entire Big Bash League to stay at the club for an extra four seasons. 

Jackson Barrett

CricketPremiumBoxing Day Test raises the bat for memorable moments

The Boxing Day Test has become as much a part of the Australian summer as barbecues and the beach. Here Glen Quartermain takes a look at 10 of the most memorable moments from matches over the years.

Glen Quartermain

CricketCommentsAussies who began their careers on Test summer’s biggest day

As Sam Konstas gets set for his Test debut, we look back at the most recent Aussies to receive their first Baggy Green on Boxing Day.

Chris Robinson

CricketHead confirmed for Boxing Day after fitness test

Star Aussie batter Travis Head will play in the Boxing Day Test against India after proving his fitness during a Christmas morning training session at the MCG.

Roger Vaughan and Oliver Caffrey

CricketBosch to make South African Test debut against Pakistan

South Africa are to attack Pakistan with a four-pronged pace attack including debutant Corbin Bosch in their Boxing Day Test.

Staff Writers

CricketAustralian path to Champions Trophy begins with England

England are Australia's first Champions Trophy opponents in Pakistan in February but Pat Cummins' team could end playing the final in Dubai.

Glenn Moore

CricketIn-form Sutherland moves up world ODI rankings

In-form Australia allrounder Annabel Sutherland is on the move in the ICC Women's ODI rankings after enjoying a stellar run with bat and ball against the Kiwis.

Staff Writers

CricketPremiumRohit's knee 'fine', reluctant to lock in batting order

India captain Rohit Sharma has shrugged off concerns about his knee ahead of the crucial Boxing Day Test at the MCG.

Oliver Caffrey

Cricket CommentsCONFIRMED: Our youngest-ever Test opener set for debut

Teenage whiz kid Sam Konstas will become the youngest-ever man to open the batting for Australia in Test cricket, coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed. 

Jackson Barrett

CricketPremiumKonstas to debut at MCG, Head not certain to play

Teenage opener Sam Konstas will become one of Australia's youngest Test cricketers after being declared to make his debut at the MCG on Boxing Day.

Oliver Caffrey

CricketFinch calls for Renegades move unless Marvel improves

Aaron Finch has called for Melbourne Renegades to move to Geelong if Marvel Stadium doesn't improve, as BBL bosses consider scheduling solutions for the ground.

Scott Bailey

CricketJangoo, Motie get Windies call-ups for Pakistan Tests

Amir Jangoo, who made a century on his ODI debut, has been handed his maiden Test call-up and Gudakesh Motie a recall for the upcoming series in Pakistan.

Staff Writers

CricketEngland captain Stokes out for at least three months

England have suffered a heavy blow with captain Ben Stokes ruled out for at least three months by a torn hamstring sustained against New Zealand.

Staff Writers

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Spacey Jane drop huge news as frontman set for BBL debut

The frontman of hit West Australian band Spacey Jane, Caleb Harper, has played in front of plenty of big crowds. But he has never had to bowl a ball in front of a packed Optus Stadium.

Jackson Barrett