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Mitchell Marsh 'almost in tears' watching Afghanistan vs Bangladesh

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh described Gulbadin Naib's alleged antics during the tense World Cup match against Bangladesh as "one of the funniest things I've ever seen on a cricket field," adding that he was almost in tears of laughter over the incident.

Hazlewood doubts 'drastic' changes despite Australia's exit

Fast bowler Josh Hazlewood believes there is no "drastic" need to cull Australia's ageing squad despite the failure to make the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.

Our journey starts now, vows Gulbadin Naib

They have done it. If Afghanistan's group stage domination of New Zealand wasn't quite impressive enough, try Australia in the Super Eight.

Super Eight Group 1 preview: Bangladesh up against two former champions

With the stage set for an exciting Super Eights phase of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the two groups exhibit the potential for intense competition to secure the semi-final berths. In Group 1, India, Afghanistan and Bangladesh will be joined by the Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 champions, Australia, with each team set to go all out for the top two spots on the group table. Let’s dive deeper into what Group 1 has to offer in the second round of the tournament.

Australia end Scotland's World Cup, send England into Super Eight

After England's rain-disrupted victory over Namibia in Antigua earlier in the day, Scotland needed a draw, a washout or a first ever win over Australia to progress from Group B at the expense of their southern neighbours.

Australia to not to lose to Scotland intentionally just to oust England, Cummins reassures

Pat Cummins ruled out Thursday the prospect of Australia underperforming against Scotland in a bid to oust rivals England from the Twenty20 World Cup, saying it would be against the "spirit of cricket."

Green ready to 'plug holes' for Australia in T20 WC

"That's the beauty of what I've been exposed to in the last few years," Green told reporters in Barbados in the lead-up to Australia's opener against Oman.

Australia go on cruise trip to forget travel hassles

"A lot of the boys are coming off a long time in India in the IPL, maybe 48 hours at home for a couple of them, so to do something like that is so refreshing," Agar told reporters.

Tahsan Khan thrills Sydney expats in spectacular concert

Last month, Tahsan Khan made a long-awaited return to the stage with his old bandmates from Black, leaving fans stunned at the “Rock N Rhythm 4.0: Resurrection of Black” concert.

February 9, 2024
February 9, 2024

Warner slams 70 as Australia power to 213-7 in 1st West Indies T20

David Warner slammed 70 off 36 balls in his 100th Twenty20 international to help propel Australia to 213-7 in the opening clash against the West Indies on Friday.

February 3, 2024
February 3, 2024

Son guides South Korea to Asian Cup semis

South Korea advanced to the semi-finals of the Asian Cup with a 2-1 comeback win over Australia in extra time at Al Janoub Stadium on Friday after Son Heung-min scored the winner with a sublime free kick.

February 2, 2024
February 2, 2024

An Aussie ready to rain sixes with self-made bats

“I’ve just found my new favourite player. I love him!” said Adam Gilchrist, one of Australia’s most destructive batters ever, after watching Big Bash League (BBL) sensation Josh Brown in action.

February 2, 2024
February 2, 2024

Smith, Green guide Australia to crushing win over West Indies

Smith finished unbeaten on 79 off 79 balls and Green was 77 not out as Australia cruised to the winning target of 232 with 11.3 overs to spare

February 1, 2024
February 1, 2024

6 beautiful cemeteries to visit around the world

Cemeteries are indeed associated with grief and sadness. On top of that, a lot of people consider them to be eerie places to visit. However, cemeteries can also be incredibly enchanting. At its core, they are designed in a way to make visitors who come to pay tribute to their loved ones feel comfortable.

January 29, 2024
January 29, 2024

West Indies want more Tests after Brisbane miracle

"I do believe we should be playing more Test cricket more consistently," Brathwaite said

January 29, 2024
January 29, 2024

‘Shamar in the mould of Malcolm Marshall’: Ambrose

The Caribbean great also told The Daily Star about what the Gabba Test win means for West Indies cricket.

January 28, 2024
January 28, 2024

From tears of pain to tears of joy

Shamar Joseph was in tears towards the end of Day 3 of the second Test against Australia in Brisbane. He knew he would not be able to add valuable runs like he did on his Test debut in Adelaide. A fast Mitchell Starc yorker was to be blamed for this. It hit Joseph flush on the toe and forced him to retire out.

January 28, 2024
January 28, 2024

West Indies give perfect reply to Dujon, Hogg

West Indies have proved many people wrong, including legends of their home and from Australia, with a thrilling eight-run win over the Aussies in the second Test in Brisbane on Sunday.

January 28, 2024
January 28, 2024

Shamar Joseph scripts historic Windies victory over Aussies

West Indies speedster Shamar Joseph bowled through pain to rip through a shellshocked Australia on Sunday and help deliver an extraordinary eight run upset for his inexperienced side on day four of the second Test in Brisbane.

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