Cricket
Australia turns to veterans to plug the experience gap for Ashes
Phil Lutton Australian selectors have turned to veterans to lead the charge for the Ashes, putting their faith in batsman Chris Rogers and wicketkeeper Brad Haddin as they revealed the 16-man squad to tour...
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Howard admits to Watson/Clarke rift
Phil Lutton Cricket Australia’s general manager of team performance, Pat Howard, has questioned Shane Watson’s commitment to the national side, describing the vice captain as only ‘sometimes’ a team player.
Live cricket commentary: Australia v Sri Lanka - 3rd ODI, Gabba
Phil Lutton Real-time coverage of the one-day international at the Gabba.
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Lyon looks likely option for spin-friendly Gabba
Phil Lutton AN EARLY meeting between the Australians and the Gabba groundsman has given Nathan Lyon the inside alley for the first Test, but coach Mickey Arthur will reserve the right to brandish four quicks...
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All-rounder's injury puts Australia in a spin
Phil Lutton Shane Watson's injury will tempt Australia to roll into Brisbane with four fast bowlers.
Five-question haul: Australia’s moment of truth
Chris Barrett, Chloe Saltau and Phil Lutton With the opening Test of the summer starting tomorrow, Fairfax cricket writers Chris Barrett, Chloe Saltau and Phil Lutton discuss what looms as an intriguing match against South Africa.
Clarke has qualities to inspire greatness
Phil Lutton Australian coach Mickey Arthur compares leadership credentials of Michael Clarke to those of Graeme Smith.
Second Ashes Test: Player ratings
Phil Lutton Anyone up for shuffling some deck chairs on the Titanic? Phil Lutton wonders where to next as he gives out his player ratings for the second Ashes Test in Adelaide.
