The Ashes: News
Uncapped Australian pacer ready for Ashes call-up after Shield heroics
Brendan Doggett, a 31-year-old fast bowler from South Australia, is eager to be a part of Australia's squad for the upcoming Ashes series, starting on November 21 in Perth.
Marnus Labuschagne slams 5th ton of season in Ashes build-up
Marnus Labuschagne has continued his impressive form for Queensland, scoring his fifth century of the season in a One-Day Cup match against New South Wales.
Travis Head to miss final two India T20Is: Here's why
Travis Head has been released from Australia's T20I squad for the final two matches of the ongoing series against India.
Steve Smith hammers his 53rd century in First-Class cricket: Stats
Steve Smith has sent a warning to England ahead of the Ashes series by scoring a brilliant 118 for New South Wales (NSW) in his first game of cricket in more than two months.
Injured Pat Cummins spotted bowling in nets ahead of Ashes
Australia's Test captain Pat Cummins was recently seen bowling in the nets, indicating his recovery for the impending Ashes series Down Under, according to Sky News Australia.
Ashes: Carey dismisses Broad's claim of Australia's weakest Test team
Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey has dismissed England's Stuart Broad's assertion that the upcoming Ashes series will see Team Australia field its weakest Test team in 15 years.
Steve Smith to lead Australia in Ashes opener: Details here
Steve Smith will lead Australia in the first Test of the Ashes series against England.
Ashes: Will Australia field four frontline pacers at Lyon's expense?
Australia's Test captain Pat Cummins has all but confirmed Nathan Lyon's place in the playing XI for the upcoming five-match Ashes series this summer.
Here's why Travis Head wants seam-friendly pitches for Ashes
Australia's star batsman Travis Head has expressed his preference for seam-friendly pitches in the upcoming Ashes series, starting November 21 in Perth.
Can Marnus Labuschagne open in Ashes? Steve Smith opines
Steve Smith, who is set to captain in place of Pat Cummins for the first Ashes Test in Perth, has backed Marnus Labuschagne's possible transition to the opening position.
Will Cameron Green be fit for Ashes? George Bailey opines
Australian cricket's chief selector, George Bailey, has expressed confidence that star all-rounder Cameron Green will be fit for The Ashes, starting November 21 in Perth. This comes despite a recent injury setback.
Should Australia consider Marnus Labuschagne for The Ashes?
Australia's Marnus Labuschagne will be hoping that he finds a place in the squad for The Ashes.
Should England back Ollie Pope for Ashes 2025-26? Decoding stats
Former England captain Alastair Cook has urged the national team management to stick with Ollie Pope at No. 3 for the upcoming Ashes series.
Stuart Broad gives his verdict on Australia's current Test squad
Former England cricketer Stuart Broad has said that Australia's current squad is the weakest they have had since 2010.
'Less likely than likely': Cummins on featuring in Ashes opener
Australia captain Pat Cummins has admitted that he is "less likely than likely" to play in the opening Ashes Test against England on November 21.
Harry Brook welcomes Pat Cummins's potential absence from 1st Test
England cricketer Harry Brook has said that Australia's Pat Cummins's potential absence from the first Ashes Test could work in their favor.
Ashes: Starc fires 'Boland' warning amid Pat Cummins's potential absence
Mitchell Starc, Australia's star pacer, has warned England about the potential impact of Pat Cummins's possible absence from the upcoming Ashes series.
Andrew McDonald opines on Cummins's availability for 1st Ashes Test?
Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has expressed optimism over Pat Cummins's chances of playing in the first Ashes Test. This comes despite a tight timeline for his return.
Marnus Labuschagne slams 3rd century across formats in 4 innings
Marnus Labuschagne, the Australian cricketer who was dropped from the Test squad for July's West Indies series, is making a strong case for his recall.
'Pat Cummins could play despite limited preparation': Mitchell Starc
Mitchell Starc has backed Pat Cummins to be ready for the 1st Ashes Test in Perth, even with limited preparation.
Ashes 2025/26: Will Pat Cummins feature in series opener?
Australian skipper Pat Cummins is likely to miss the opening match of the impending Ashes against England at home.
Hazlewood, Starc to play Shield match ahead of Ashes: Report
Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc are likely to feature in a Sheffield Shield match for New South Wales (NSW) against Victoria from November 10, as per ESPNcricinfo.
Sheffield Shield: Marnus Labuschagne slams ton in Ashes audition
Former world No.1 Test batter Marnus Labuschagne has sent a strong message to national selectors with a stellar performance in the Sheffield Shield opener against Tasmania.
Sheffield Shield: Konstas, Patterson fail to impress in Ashes audition
New South Wales (NSW) opener Sam Konstas's first Ashes audition of the summer ended in disappointment.
Australia's Beau Webster suffers injury scare ahead of Ashes
Australian all-rounder Beau Webster has been ruled out of Tasmania's opening match in the Sheffield Shield season against Queensland.
Sam Konstas falters in Sheffield Shield ahead of Ashes: Details
Sam Konstas's bid for an Ashes call-up started on a disappointing note as he was dismissed for just four runs on the first day of New South Wales's Sheffield Shield match against Western Australia in Perth.
Cameron Green confirms no bowling restrictions for Ashes: Details
Australian all-rounder Cameron Green has confirmed that he won't have any bowling restrictions when the Ashes series begins.
Chris Woakes not in England's plans after Ashes: Rob Key
England men's cricket team managing director Rob Key has confirmed that Chris Woakes is not in their plans after the Ashes.
Harry Brook named England's vice-captain for Ashes; Will Jacks included
England have announced Harry Brook as the new vice-captain for the impending Ashes series against Australia.
Travis Head at No. 3 in Ashes? Ricky Ponting suggests
Ricky Ponting, the legendary Australian captain, has suggested that batter Travis Head should bat at No. 3 in the impending Ashes against England at home.
Injured Cummins to play 'significant' role in Ashes: Andrew McDonald
Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed that injured captain Pat Cummins will play a "significant" role in the upcoming Ashes series Down Under.
Will England appoint new Test vice-captain ahead of Ashes?
England's cricket coach Brendon McCullum has hinted at a possible change in the vice-captaincy of the Test team ahead of the much-anticipated Ashes series against Australia.
Can Scott Boland's body endure all five Ashes Tests?
Australian fast bowler Scott Boland has expressed his confidence in being able to endure the entire Ashes series, if necessary.
Pat Cummins hopeful of regaining fitness ahead of Ashes
Australia's Test captain Pat Cummins has shared a tentative timeline for his return to bowling.
Ben Stokes resumes training ahead of Ashes: Details
England's hopes of winning their first Ashes series in Australia since 2011 have received a major boost with the return of Test captain Ben Stokes to training.
Jacob Bethell ready to seize Ashes opportunity following blazing century
Jacob Bethell, the young English cricketer, has expressed his readiness to seize a potential opportunity in the upcoming Ashes series.
'Will Pat Cummins manage workload in Ashes?' quips Irfan Pathan
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has questioned the decision to rest Jasprit Bumrah during the 2025 Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in England.
Can Pat Cummins overcome his back issues ahead of Ashes?
Australian captain Pat Cummins is facing a major fitness challenge ahead of the 2025-26 Ashes series Down Under.
England's batting line-up will be 'unbelievable' in Ashes: Josh Hazlewood
Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood believes England will be bringing an "unbelievable" batting line-up for the upcoming Ashes series.
Will speedster Mark Wood make England's 2025/26 Ashes squad?
England speedster Mark Wood is gearing up for a return to competitive cricket with Durham next month.
Mark Wood hopeful of playing County Championship ahead of Ashes
England fast bowler Mark Wood is hopeful of making a comeback for Durham next month.