Bradman’s ‘baggy green’ up for auction
A cap worn by Australia’s greatest batsman Don Bradman will be auctioned in Sydney on Tuesday, with the tattered “baggy green” expected to fetch as much as US$260,000 (R4.7-million).
Indian cricket boss takes charge at ICC
Indian cricket boss Jay Shah began his tenure as chairman of the ICC on Sunday, saying he looked forward to taking the sport to “new heights”.
Hawks swoop on former SA cricketers
Thami Tsolekile, Lonwabo Tsotsobe and Ethy Mbhalati have been arrested by the Hawks.
Australia remembers Hughes
Family and teammates paid tribute to “infectious” Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes on Wednesday, 10 years since he died after being struck on the neck while batting.
Bracewell banned for cocaine use
Former New Zealand all-rounder Doug Bracewell has been suspended for a month after testing positive for cocaine.
Pakistan appoint interim white-ball coach
Pakistan have again changed their coaching lineup, appointing former fast bowler Aaqib Javed as interim head coach for the white-ball team.
Botham hails Hughes for Aussie croc rescue
England great Ian Botham said he was “nearly catch of the day” after being pulled out of crocodile infested waters by his former Ashes rival Merv Hughes while on a fishing trip in Australia.
Harris takes pole position in Australia ‘bat-off’
Marcus Harris hit a patient and timely 74 against India A on Friday to thrust himself into prime contention to open for Australia in the first of five Tests against the tourists this month.
SABC to broadcast Proteas’ home matches
The Proteas’ four-match T20I series against India, which starts in Durban on Friday, will be broadcast on the SABC.
Inglis made Australia white-ball captain
Josh Inglis will captain Australia for the first time in the third ODI against Pakistan and in the following T20I series, with a number of stars absent.
Warner to captain Big Bash League team
David Warner has been named captain of the Sydney Thunder, a fortnight after having his lifetime ban on any leadership role in Australian cricket lifted.
Stokes’ house burgled by masked robbers
England Test cricket captain Ben Stokes says a masked gang burgled his home when his family were inside while he was away in Pakistan for the recent tour.
Australia coach handed new deal
Andrew McDonald will remain Australia’s head coach until at least the end of 2027 after having his contract extended.
Wade retires from international cricket
Australian World Cup winner Matthew Wade has retired from international cricket and will become an assistant coach with the national team.
Kirsten quits Pakistan job
Pakistan’s white-ball head coach Gary Kirsten has resigned after just six months in the job and a week before a tour of Australia begins.
