Finch has first-class concerns

Adam Cooper Aaron Finch was out of the frame when the Bushrangers chased the biggest trophy of the domestic season.

Stars win to draw women to sport

Adam Cooper Australia's triumphant women's cricketers hope their latest world title win will foster more growth in the game at grassroots level.

Cricket

Ferguson sets sights on return

Adam Cooper Callum Ferguson is something of a forgotten man in Australia's batting reserves.

Harris returns with country game

Adam Cooper A game in country Queensland will act as another important milestone for Australian fast bowler Ryan Harris in his return from the shoulder surgery that has kept him sidelined this international...

Another test for Harris

Adam Cooper Queensland fast bowler to take another step in his return from shoulder surgery.

Finding the new stars of Australian soccer?

Adam Cooper Competition gives young Africans a chance to strive for - and score - some special goals.

Siddle backs Bird to set Sri Lanka's feathers flying at MCG

Adam Cooper THE memory of Sachin Tendulkar's shattered stumps will reinforce Peter Siddle's plan to be patient at the MCG in the second Test against Sri Lanka, possibly alongside rookie Jackson Bird.

Starc puts the Ashes before IPL riches

Chloe Saltau, Adam Cooper MITCHELL STARC will reject offers worth up to $500,000 to play in next year's Indian Premier League because he wants to be in peak condition for the Ashes.

Starc keen, but rest talk goes on

Chloe Saltau and Adam Cooper Left-armer to keep out of IPL and concentrate on Tests - but will he play at the MCG?

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Motor Sport

No need for night grand prix: Jones

Adam Cooper Former Formula One world champion says Australian Grand Prix admired across the globe.

Cricket

Jones blasts poor pitches

Adam Cooper Dean Jones says young batsmen are getting no favours from curators around Australia and that state sides should be docked Sheffield Shield points if they produce substandard pitches.

Quiney call-up timely reminder for fringe Vics

Adam Cooper Victoria hopes Rob Quiney's selection will encourage others to fight for spots in team.

Cycling

Wiggins injured in training ride crash

Adam Cooper Tour de France champion in hospital after collision with car near his home in north-west England.

Valley's bitter-sweet cycle leads to the Tour

Adam Cooper Country Victoria celebrates as Bradley Wiggins all but secures Tour de France victory.

Cricket

PNG hooked on cricket

Adam Cooper Australia's cricketing culture has rubbed off on Jack Vare, vice-captain of the Papua New Guinea side.

Tributes flow for Matthew Hayden

Adam Cooper and Larine Statham Matthew Hayden's former teammates have commended the retired Australian opener for his decision to bow out on his terms after a difficult season with the bat.

Arthur not convinced by Twenty20 surge

Adam Cooper South Africa coach Mickey Arthur has urged cricket administrators not to let greed force a surge in the number of Twenty20 internationals.

Warne, Moody not keen on England

Warne, Moody not keen on move to England

Adam Cooper and Justin Chadwick Only the offer of a lifetime will tempt Shane Warne or Tom Moody to consider coaching England.

David Hussey aiming to improve off-spin

Adam Cooper His big hitting has made him a domestic star, but David Hussey believes his bowling could be the key to securing a place in Australia's World Cup campaigns.

Crosthwaite hoping to catch eye of IPL

Adam Cooper Victorian wicketkeeper Adam Crosthwaite is hopeful the Indian Premier League's powerbrokers extend their casting net far.