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Legendary Australian batter Mark Waugh ignited a commentary box controversy on Day 1 of the Second Ashes Test in Brisbane by publicly casting doubt on England’s No. 3, Ollie Pope, referring to him dismissively as “just a player.” Waugh’s criticism proved instantly prophetic, as Pope was dismissed by Mitchell Starc the very next ball, reinforcing the Australian’s contentious stance that …

Australian all-rounder Michael Neser has emerged as a crucial inclusion in the Ashes squad, particularly for the pink-ball Test against England. His selection highlights Australia’s preference for seam-bowling depth in day-night conditions, where the pink ball is expected to offer significant movement under lights. Neser, an experienced domestic performer, provides a valuable bowling all-rounder option, bolstering the lower order batting …

The ECB has unveiled England Women’s central contracts for the 2025–26 season, awarding 17 full-time deals and four Skills contracts, but the major headline is the omission of senior fast bowler Kate Cross. Kate Cross: The only player dropped from England women’s previous contract list Cross, 34, who has represented England in over 100 internationals, is the only centrally contracted …

Australia enjoyed a dream start in the Day 1 Pink-Ball contest of the second Ashes Test in Gabba, as left-arm spearhead Mitchell Starc produced a sensational opening over to dismiss Ben Duckett for a golden duck. England, having chosen to bat first under the lights, were rocked early and found themselves under immediate pressure. Mitchell Starc produces a beauty to …

The second Ashes Test between Australia and England kicks off on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at The Gabba in Brisbane as a day-night pink-ball clash running through December 8. Australia enter leading 1-0 after an eight-wicket victory in Perth, where Travis Head‘s explosive century sealed the opener, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle under lights at the iconic venue. …

Australia face England in the second Ashes 2025-26 Test at The Gabba, Brisbane, starting December 4, with the hosts leading 1-0 after an eight-wicket win in Perth where Travis Head‘s explosive 123 sealed a two-day thriller. England, captained by Ben Stokes, must rebound in this day-night pink-ball encounter on a pitch expected to favour pace with green tinges, steep bounce, …

A tense atmosphere hangs over the Gabba, Brisbane, as the second Ashes Test will begin tomorrow, a day-night affair that presents a unique challenge to the touring England side. The Ashes 2025-26 series is already off to a dramatic start, with Australia drawing first blood in a low-scoring, rapid-fire contest. The tourists are desperate to level the score, but they …

The Ashes 2025-26 series is set for a thrilling day-night contest, with the second Test at The Gabba, Brisbane, scheduled from December 4th to 8th, 2025. This match pits England’s ‘Bazball’ against Australia’s established dominance in pink-ball cricket. The home team’s record in day-night Tests is staggering—winning 12 of their 13 home matches before a recent rare loss to West …

James Anderson has stirred up the Ashes debate by naming Joe Root at No. 4 in his combined all-time Ashes XI while leaving out modern great Steve Smith, the third-highest run-scorer in Ashes history. The former England seamer’s picks have immediately divided opinion, given Smith’s towering record against England and his status as one of the most dominant Ashes batters …

England have announced their playing XI for the second Ashes Test starting December 4, at the Gabba, Brisbane, with pacer Mark Wood ruled out due to a recurring left knee injury. Wood’s absence leaves England opting for a four-pronged pace attack led by Ben Stokes (captain), Jofra Archer, Brydon Carse and Gus Atkinson, with Joe Root and Will Jacks providing …