Desperate England looking for Ashes miracle

England are on the ropes heading into Wednesday’s third Ashes Test in Adelaide, with ruthless Australia boosted by the return of Pat Cummins.

Conrad ‘pretty clear’ on T20 World Cup lineup

Coach Shukri Conrad says any changes in the Proteas’ final buildup to the T20 World Cup will be driven by the need to manage player workload rather than uncertainty over roles.

Anderson to captain Lancashire at 43

England Test great James Anderson has been named as Lancashire’s captain for next season’s County Championship at the age of 43.

Australia depth shows up England's Ashes failures

A well-drilled Australia are on the cusp of retaining the Ashes after just six days of cricket.

Duffy takes five as Black Caps thrash Windies

Jacob Duffy took 5-38 as New Zealand cruised to a nine-wicket victory over the West Indies in the second Test in Wellington for a 1-0 series lead.

Nortje savours Proteas return

Proteas fast bowler Anrich Nortje admits a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to injury tested him mentally as much as physically.

Aussie star to miss rest of Ashes

Australia have suffered a setback after one of their star players was ruled out of the remainder of the Ashes series.

Relentless Australia close in on Ashes glory

Australia’s ability to adapt and rise in key moments has thrust them to the cusp of retaining the Ashes.

Archer's pillow 'a shocking look'

England fast bowler Jofra Archer has been lampooned after turning up for the second Ashes Test against Australia with a pillow tucked under his arm.

King Kohli rules again

Virat Kohli says a free mind helped him push limits after his stellar batting led India to a 2-1 ODI series victory over the Proteas on Saturday.

Trescothick: England won't abandon Bazball

Batting coach Marcus Trescothick says England will not change their aggressive batting approach despite another day where they were dominated by Australia’s pace attack.

England staring down the barrel at the Gabba

Australia are on the brink of grabbing a 2-0 lead in the Ashes series after dominating a feeble England on a pivotal third day of the day-night second Test in Brisbane.

Root conquers final frontier

Joe Root’s century in Brisbane on Thursday – the first of his prolific career in Australia – ends any lingering debate over his status as a giant of the sport.

Starc breaks Wasim's Test record

Australia veteran Mitchell Starc became the most prolific left-arm paceman in Test history on Thursday, surpassing Pakistan great Wasim Akram.

Former SA-born England batsman dies

Former England batsman Robin Smith has died at the age of 62.