Australia tour of Scotland and England 2020

England should be proud of ensuring the show did go on - Chris Silverwood

Against all the odds, England completed their full schedule of 18 international fixtures this summer
May 10, 2024

ICC ODI Rankings: Chris Woakes moves to second among allrounders, fourth among bowlers

Jofra Archer reached a career-best tenth on the latest ODI rankings for bowlers
May 14, 2024

Glenn Maxwell's masterpiece hatched in Melbourne lockdown

The allrounder is now very clear on what his role is for Australia after plenty of time chatting with captain Aaron Finch
May 09, 2024

Bursting of England's bubble shows how long the road to 2023 will be

First home ODI series defeat since 2015 reveals areas for improvement in World Cup cycle
May 17, 2024
England v Australia, 3rd ODI, Old Trafford

Glenn Maxwell, Alex Carey turn tide to seal thrilling series for Australia

Aaron Finch says Smith felt "a little bit groggy" after his net on Tuesday
May 14, 2024

Justin Langer casts doubt on Steven Smith's return after 'rusty' net session

Australia will make a decision shortly before the start of the deciding match
May 12, 2024

From Wasim Akram to Lasith Malinga - nine memorable ODI collapses

Sometimes in one-day cricket, an innings is never in more peril than when it's almost in the bag
May 09, 2024

Chris Woakes: 'Teams have realised we can win from any position'

England gunning to extend unbeaten home run in ODIs after thrilling fightback in second match
May 10, 2024

England players cannot be exempt from ECB cuts, says Chris Woakes

ECB redundancies overshadow final ODI as central contracts loom for England players
May 10, 2024

Great escape gives England chance to maintain formidable home record

Can Australia bounce back from their horror collapse when they had the series for the taking?
May 12, 2024

Steven Smith firming for place in series decider

"He did all his running yesterday, worked hard as part of the protocols, he has ticked every box at the moment," coach Langer said
May 12, 2024

Black Lives Matter: Justin Langer accepts Michael Holding's criticism about not taking a knee

"If it looked like there was a lack of respect there, that certainly wasn't the intention of our team"
May 10, 2024

Michael Holding 'doesn't know anything that's going on' - Jofra Archer on England's racism stance

Fast bowler welcomes clampdown on online abuse but says more needs to be done
May 10, 2024

Jofra Archer v David Warner: 10 matches, seven dismissals - a new duel evolves

After becoming Stuart Broad's bunny in last year's Ashes, the Australia opener now has his hands full with another England quick
May 14, 2024

'No excuse' for Australia as they fulfill their own pessimistic prophecy

The final ten overs with the ball were also costly as England's lower order was able to fight back
May 15, 2024

England's bowling plan was 'attack, attack, attack' - Chris Woakes after thrilling win

Jofra Archer and Sam Curran also instrumental in scripting improbable fightback
May 14, 2024
England v Australia, 2nd ODI, Manchester

England bowlers have all the answers to spark staggering Australia collapse

Australia lead series 1-0
May 17, 2024

Sam Billings ready to do away with understudy tag as he seeks starring role

Billings aware he is keeping spot warm for Ben Stokes but keen to press case in T20Is, Tests
May 17, 2024

Mitchell Marsh 'confident' of Australia role as opportunity knocks again

Allrounder hoping to become key cog at No. 5 as Australia build towards 2023
May 11, 2024

Opposing gameplans collide as England seek lessons in defeat

Australia will wait on fitness of Steven Smith and Mitchell Starc as they eye series win
May 09, 2024

Australia's reminder to World Champions - we'll always be the benchmark

England didn't do much wrong, but they didn't do enough right against a formidable foe
May 16, 2024

Australia close out victory for 1-0 series lead despite Sam Billings hundred

England included ten World Cup winners, with Sam Billings deputising for the absent Ben Stokes
May 12, 2024

Michael Holding: England, Australia reasons for not continuing to take a knee are 'lame'

ECB says it remains committed to "critical change" after comments from West Indian great
May 10, 2024
Australia tour of England

England v Australia, 1st ODI, Fantasy Pick, team predictions

Our fantasy suggestions for the first ODI between England and Australia
May 12, 2024

Josh Philippe 'could be the solution' for Australia's ODI batting ills - Adam Gilchrist

Former wicketkeeper-batsman tips Philippe as a "catalyst for change" in Australia's approach
May 12, 2024

Eoin Morgan calls for new dynamic as England begin to adapt for 2023 World Cup

Old Trafford offers ideal preparation for Asian pitches, as England turn to World Cup defence
May 12, 2024

England's big guns return as Australia look to kickstart path to 2023 World Cup

Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer and Mark Wood could all play their first ODIs since the World Cup final
May 18, 2024

Aaron Finch seeks winning formula as Australia look to reset ODI record

Captain says team can't afford another sluggish start against World Champions
May 12, 2024

England to hold talks with Adil Rashid about Test return, Chris Silverwood says

Head coach hasn't ruled leg-spinner out of any possible tour of Sri Lanka and India in the winter
May 10, 2024

Dawid Malan goes past Babar Azam to become No. 1 T20I batsman

Kane Richardson has broken into the top ten for bowlers for the first time in his career
May 12, 2024

Do Australia know their best middle order for T20s?

Despite the No. 1 ranking, it was the area of uncertainty heading into the England series and remains that way
May 17, 2024

Landmark moment as Moeen Ali captains England, even if it's a one-off

He owed his opportunity to a number of absentees, but it's a notable honour nonetheless for allrounder
May 14, 2024

Mitch Marsh digs deep to salvage pride for Australia, and the No.1 ranking

Australia ring changes too with No.1 ranking at stake in third T20I
May 12, 2024

World No.1 rankings face-off enlivens England, Australia dead-rubber

England will usurp their rivals at the top of the pile if they can complete 3-0 clean sweep
May 12, 2024

Why Dawid Malan remains on England fringe despite absurd T20I record

After just 15 games, Malan has piled on 661 runs and passed 50 in more innings that he has not
May 14, 2024

Ashton Agar taking 'small steps' as he aims to fulfil Australia's finisher need

"It's a tough role and one I really need to improve on because it's really important at that backend of an innings"
May 18, 2024

Jos Buttler to miss final England T20I for personal reasons

Buttler left England camp on Sunday but is expected to return for Australia ODIs
May 14, 2024

Mitchell Starc: Lack of cricket in last five months costing Australia

He also wants Australia's openers to bat till the end, much like Jos Buttler did yesterday
May 12, 2024

Jos Buttler plays opener and finisher to keep debate about best role bubbling

England may have fewer options at finisher but Jos Buttler's form as an opener makes him look irresistible
May 12, 2024

Supreme Jos Buttler takes England to series win after pace makes Powerplay inroads

England can secure the series with victory after their come-from-behind win two days ago
May 12, 2024

Phil Salt added to England ODI squad as reserve

England still hopeful Jason Roy will be fit to return after side injury
May 10, 2024

Pat Cummins: Australia to persist with Marcus Stoinis in middle order

"I think we're pretty happy with our combination, it's worked for us over the last couple of years in T20 cricket," he says
May 13, 2024

England's hard-length plan pays off at death as Chris Jordan hails bowling effort

Seamers banged ball into the pitch in the final five overs, defying conventional logic
May 12, 2024

Australia need middle-order solution as England look to take series

England pulled off a terrific comeback in the opening game, but both teams will want better batting displays
May 12, 2024

Aaron Finch and David Warner accept blame for failed chase but Australia's middle order exposed

Somehow Australia failed to scored 39 off 35 balls in the opening T20I against England
May 13, 2024
England v Australia, 1st T20I, Ageas Bowl

Eoin Morgan hails bowlers' belief as England steal improbable epic

Tom Curran and Chris Jordan praised for holding nerve as England close out two-run win
May 16, 2024
England v Australia, 1st T20I, Ageas Bowl

England storm back to choke chase and take 1-0 series lead

England include Dawid Malan and Tom Banton while leaving out Sam Billings
May 15, 2024

Eoin Morgan pleased to field 'full strength' side but holds out hope for Joe Root

Test captain not out of the running as England start on blueprint for next year's T20 World Cup in India
May 18, 2024

Aaron Finch: BBL jump from 10 to 14 games was 'too drastic'

The Australia captain hopes that a return to the cricket field will help focus minds ahead of the home summer
May 13, 2024

Mark Wood keen to make pace impression against 'biggest rivals' Australia

White-ball visit whets appetite for next year's Ashes as fast bowler seeks to cement T20 role
May 10, 2024

Mark Wood turns to wobble-seam to avoid being labelled overseas Test specialist

Fast bowler frustrated by five Tests on the sidelines but insists being a team player is paramount
May 13, 2024

Marcus Stoinis and Marnus Labuschagne long shots for place in Australia's T20I XI

Despite their form, the duo won't be dislodging the current top three of David Warner, Aaron Finch and Steven Smith
May 13, 2024

Alex Carey and Marnus Labuschagne hit centuries in Australia's T20 warm-up

Aaron Finch, Matthew Wade and Marcus Stoinis also hit fifties, while Ashton Agar and Nathan Lyon stood out with the ball
May 17, 2024
England v Australia 2020

Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, Mark Wood recalled for Australia T20I and ODI series

No return to action for Joe Root, nor Ben Stokes who remains in New Zealand with family
May 14, 2024

Josh Hazlewood will 'keep pushing' for chance to revive his T20I career

The fast bowler knows the success of the current attack will make it tough to earn a chance
May 14, 2024

Glenn Maxwell hits century, Marcus Stoinis shines with bat and ball in Australia warm-up

Riley Meredith left Steven Smith flat on his back when he dismissed him with a bouncer
May 12, 2024

David Warner 'mentally as strong as ever' ahead of international resumption

The batsman's long-time mentor Trent Woodhill says the opener remains hungry for runs across all three formats
May 12, 2024

Back in Australia set-up, Marcus Stoinis wants to 'change the dynamic' of his batting

Allrounder believes he can add value to the team with his death bowling while on tour in England
May 17, 2024

David Warner, Aaron Finch, Matthew Wade find form before Australia warm-up washed out

Pat Cummins, Kane Richardson and Adam Zampa claimed two wickets apiece
May 13, 2024
Australia tour of England

Australia implement stricter protocols around use of sweat for England tour

"Can't use sweat from around the face, neck or head," Starc said
May 16, 2024

Adam Zampa on England tour: I've come with experience and more confidence

The legspinner has settled into a key role in both Australia's ODI and T20I teams
May 12, 2024
Australia in England 2020-21

Aaron Finch eyes Australia tour of England to try out 2023 ODI World Cup plans

Says they 'haven't been where we need to be in the world rankings and been as consistent' in the 50-over format
May 09, 2024

Glenn Maxwell eyes ODI all-round role and T20 finisher's job on Australia return

The allrounder hasn't played international cricket since last October and is excited about a comeback against England
May 12, 2024

Australian team leaves for England series after gathering in Perth

The squad linked up from around the country for the first time since March
May 12, 2024

Alex Carey: Losing Australia vice-captaincy 'doesn't change anything from my end'

"I would love to still have the title next to my name but it doesn't change anything from my end"
May 13, 2024

D'Arcy Short encouraged to work on his bowling after Australia omission

The allrounder played Australia's previous four ODIs but couldn't find a place on the England tour
May 12, 2024

Justin Langer: Australian cricket will need to compromise to keep game going

The head coach says that domestic cricket may miss big-name players due to larger Australia squads
May 17, 2024

Marnus Labuschagne working on his death batting in ODIs and legspin

Wants to "become a better option for the skipper in the middle overs" with the ball
May 14, 2024

Aaron Finch targets 2023 ODI World Cup retirement as lockdown reaffirms his drive

The Australia limited-overs captain hopes to be able to finish with a world title in India
May 18, 2024

Aaron Finch: T20 World Cup schedule change won't rip up Australia's plans

Australia had enjoyed plenty of success and the captain believes they have a team that can adapt to all conditions
May 13, 2024

Pat Cummins' 'calmness' key for Aaron Finch after push to streamline vice-captaincy

Australia have reverted to a traditional leadership structure for the England tour having previously used two vice-captains
May 12, 2024
Australia men in England 2020-21

Aaron Finch: Mental health 'something to monitor heavily' in bio-secure bubble in England

Australia to resume international cricket with England tour, which is likely to be the beginning of a long period in bio-secure bubbles
May 12, 2024

FAQs: How Australia's limited-overs tour to England will happen

From when the squad flies out to if players can train straightaway after reaching England, we answers all your queries
May 16, 2024

Scotland cancel Australia T20 fixture due to Covid-19 pandemic

The possibility of scheduling the match later in the summer has also been ruled out
May 14, 2024

Public health crisis needs to get 'drastically better' before England play - Moeen Ali

"Very difficult" to feel motivated behind closed doors, says allrounder
May 16, 2024

The Hundred's future uncertain as ECB board prepares for postponement

New tournament's inaugural season set to be pushed back with its long-term future unclear
May 14, 2024
Australia news

Pucovski returns as captain against England Lions

The 21-year-old batsman had taken a mental-health break ahead of the Test summer against Pakistan and New Zealand
May 17, 2024

Scotland announce 2020 fixtures against New Zealand, Australia

New Zealand will visit Edinburgh for an ODI and a T20I, while Australia will also play a T20I in June
May 11, 2024