A-list guests were plentiful at the last night of the Australian Open,and surprise singing stars outshone a Hemsworth.
Ricky Ponting says Sam Konstas should be left at the top of the order for Australia’s Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle next week.
Allan Border,Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting were to feature in a presentation to Steve Smith had he not been dismissed at the SCG with a total of 9999 Test runs to his name.
Not all of the 19-year-old’s innings will be as exciting,or productive,as on day one of the MCG Test,but selectors need to give him time to flourish.
A trove of personal letters have been unearthed that reveal Sir Donald Bradman’s private views on a wide range of issues and people,from cricketers to monarchs and prime ministers.
Ricky Ponting and Justin Langer are prioritising their IPL commitments,while Australia will have to do without bowling coach Daniel Vettori.
The latest clash between the cash-rich IPL and international cricket could impact not only Australia’s quest to beat India for the first time in 10 years but also affect the coverage of the series.
Josh Inglis’ demanding travel itinerary and multi-format duties make him highly unlikely to play next week’s first Test against India.
Australia great Ricky Ponting was sounded out for the India head coach’s role but the 49-year-old said he is not in the race to succeed Rahul Dravid in the high-profile job.
Where are the Benauds,the Comettis,and the Warrens of the new generation? It might be the case that the talent is there,but we’re just not listening like we used to.