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The retirement of Alyssa Healy on January 13, 2026, officially signals the end of an era for Australian cricket. For over fifteen years, Healy was the team’s heartbeat, a relentless wicketkeeper-batter whose aggressive intent at the top of the order redefined modern keeper-bats. After taking the torch from Meg Lanning, she ensured Australia remained at the global pinnacle, leading with …

Australia women’s captain Alyssa Healy has announced her retirement from international cricket, confirming that the upcoming multi-format home series against India in February–March will be her swansong. One of the most influential figures in women’s cricket over the past decade, Alyssa will step away from the international stage after leading Australia in the ODI series and the one-off day-night Test …

Legendary former Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram has shared his early predictions for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, naming four teams he believes have the strongest chance of making it to the semifinals. Akram’s picks have sparked discussion among fans and experts alike, especially due to the absence of traditionally strong sides such as England and Pakistan from …

Left-handed opening batter David Warner found himself at the centre of controversy during a Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 match after openly questioning the bowling action of Pakistan pacer Zaman Khan. The incident took place during the Brisbane Heat versus Sydney Thunder encounter at the Gabba on Saturday, where Warner’s animated on-field gestures toward the umpire quickly became the talking …

Australia sealed the Ashes 2025-26 with a thrilling five-wicket victory over England in the 5th Test at Sydney Cricket Ground, clinching the series 4-1. Chasing 160 on a lively pitch, Australia stumbled to 121/5 before Alex Carey and Cameron Green steadied the ship, underscoring their dominance in the iconic rivalry. Mitchell Starc‘s brilliance earned him Player of the Series honours, …

Usman Khawaja‘s emotional Test farewell at SCG captivates cricket fans worldwide. The Australian opener’s final outing against England in the Ashes drew tears from wife Rachel in the stands, marking the end of a storied 15-year career.​ Tears flow as Usman Khawaja’s wife Rachel gets emotional in Australian veteran’s final Test Memories filled the Sydney Cricket Ground on January 8, …

Australia‘s emphatic 4-1 Ashes victory, finalized on January 8, 2026, served as a clinical masterclass in pressure cricket, leaving England’s “Bazball” era under heavy fire. While the emergence of Jacob Bethell, who struck a defiant 154 in the final Test, provided a flicker of optimism, it could not mask the systemic failures that plagued the tourists throughout the summer. From …

The final Ashes 2025-26 Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) has reached a boiling point. While Australia dominated Day 3 to reach 518/7, the international spotlight remains fixed on the high-voltage confrontation between England captain Ben Stokes and Australia’s Marnus Labuschagne. The exchange, which saw a frustrated Stokes physically confront Labuschagne by placing a hand around his shoulder, highlighted …

Travis Head and Steve Smith delivered stellar centuries on Day 3 of the 5th Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, guiding Australia to a dominant position. Their resilience and aggressive approach with the bat put England under severe pressure as the hosts built a healthy lead. With Australia reaching 518/7 at the close of play, they led England by …

The Sydney Cricket Ground witnessed another chapter of modern Ashes folklore on Day 3 of the fifth and final Test as Steve Smith produced a masterclass under pressure. Australia’s stand-in captain brought up his 37th Test century in style, igniting wild celebrations among fans and reaffirming his status as one of the greatest Ashes batters of all time. The knock …