News for '-australian-cricketers-'

Warner and Slater deny late night pub brawl in Maldives

Warner and Slater deny late night pub brawl in Maldives

Rediff.com9 May 2021

According to the Daily Telegraph newspaper, Warner and Slater got into a late night physical altercation

1st T20: Finch-led Aus have task at hand against in-form India

1st T20: Finch-led Aus have task at hand against in-form India

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

Australian cricket, in contrast, has been dogged by structural reform in the wake of the ball-tampering saga in South Africa in March and it has resulted in turbulence on the field as well.

'I've let you guys down,' says Warner in moment of glory

'I've let you guys down,' says Warner in moment of glory

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

"To go back there and be able to be reintegrated into grassroots, go back to grade cricket, put a smile on people's faces that way - it really helped me get to where I am today," said an emotional Warner won his third Allan Border Medal on Monday.

I am representation of new India: Virat Kohli

I am representation of new India: Virat Kohli

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

The new India, according to Kohli, is the one that's not afraid to take up challenges.

Cummins donates $50,000 to PM Cares Fund for oxygen supplies

Cummins donates $50,000 to PM Cares Fund for oxygen supplies

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

Many Australian cricketers are looking to leave the IPL early amid fears they will be locked out of the country because of India's escalating COVID-19 crisis.

Paine says teams may refuse to play Afghanistan at T20 WC

Paine says teams may refuse to play Afghanistan at T20 WC

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

Australia are due to face the Afghanistan men's team in Hobart from November 27, but Cricket Australia said on Thursday they would not host the side if reports women's cricket would not be supported in the country were substantiated.

Ponting reckons no captaincy is a good thing for Kohli

Ponting reckons no captaincy is a good thing for Kohli

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

'He is 33 years of age now and he will want to continue playing for a few more years I am sure and have a crack at breaking some records that he is not far off breaking. Maybe if he does that as a batter and without the extra responsibility of captaincy, it might make it a bit easier for him'

Australia yet to discuss players' participation in IPL in UAE

Australia yet to discuss players' participation in IPL in UAE

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Cricket Australia on Monday said they are yet to start discussions on whether Australian cricketers would compete in the remainder of IPL 2021, which will take place in the UAE in September-October.

Cummins won't return for remainder of IPL 2021 in UAE

Cummins won't return for remainder of IPL 2021 in UAE

Rediff.com30 May 2021

Cummins has already made it clear that he would not be taking part in the remaining matches of the IPL

'We had breakfast together, I am in shock'

'We had breakfast together, I am in shock'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

Dean Jones, who was doing commentary for the ongoing IPL for official broadcasters Star Sports, suffered a massive heart attack in Mumbai.

Leadership crisis led to ball-tampering scandal: Ponting

Leadership crisis led to ball-tampering scandal: Ponting

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Former skipper Ricky Ponting believes the exodus of experienced players left a void in Australian cricket and this leadership crisis led to the infamous ball-tampering scandal in South Africa in 2018.

Why young players should stay away from social media

Why young players should stay away from social media

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

Australian head coach Justin Langer has one piece of advice for young sportsperson across the world -- stay away from social media. With the advent of social networking sites, sportsperson around the world, at times, have to deal with abusive and threatening messages online and Langer believes "zero social media" is the key.

What the top Twittter trends and RTs say about India 2021

What the top Twittter trends and RTs say about India 2021

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

The top hashtag in India was #COVID19, as the country grappled with the deadly second wave of the pandemic.

Clarke offers to help Australia after tampering bans

Clarke offers to help Australia after tampering bans

Rediff.com8 Apr 2018

Former captain Michael Clarke has offered to help the embattled Australian cricket team 'in any way' he can as they deal with the fallout of ball-tampering bans to captain Steve Smith and vice-captain David Warner.

Sandpaper Gate: Early reprieve for banned trio?

Sandpaper Gate: Early reprieve for banned trio?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

Australian cricket authorities are bracing up for a final round of deliberations on reducing the ball-tampering ban on Steve Smith and David Warner, with a face-off against an upbeat India awaiting the weakened home team.

Ben Stokes in a 'baggy green'

Ben Stokes in a 'baggy green'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

The Baggy Green is synonymous with the Australian cricket team's Test cap and ICC also took it sportingly and apologised with a smile

Australia's men's cricket team joins cause to tackle cyber bullying

Australia's men's cricket team joins cause to tackle cyber bullying

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

Research shows that kids who suffer cyberbullying can go through depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.

Aussies sucked up to Kohli & Co to protect IPL deals: Clarke

Aussies sucked up to Kohli & Co to protect IPL deals: Clarke

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

In a sensational interview, former Australia captain Michael Clarke claims that Australia players did not want to sledge Kohli because 'I want him to pick me for Bangalore so I can make my USD 1 million for my six weeks'

Cricket: Australia hit by more COVID cases in Pakistan

Cricket: Australia hit by more COVID cases in Pakistan

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Collingwood 'amazed' by questions about Root's captaincy

CA doesn't want players to promote betting, alcohol in IPL

CA doesn't want players to promote betting, alcohol in IPL

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

Australian cricketers, including big buys Glenn Maxwell and Jhye Richardson, are going to be part of the action.

PIX: Dean Jones remembered during Boxing Day Test

PIX: Dean Jones remembered during Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

More than three months after his death, Dean Jones was paid another tribute at his home ground at the Melbourne Cricket Ground by Indian and Australian players, who were joined by his wife, daughters and the legendary Allan Border in remembering the effervescent former player on Saturday.

Bradman's 'baggy green' sold for $340,000

Bradman's 'baggy green' sold for $340,000

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

The "baggy green" cap awarded to late Australian cricketing great Don Bradman on his Test debut in 1928 has been sold to a local businessman for A$450,000 (US $340,000) after it failed to sell at auction last week.

Will WAGs be allowed for Australia tour?

Will WAGs be allowed for Australia tour?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

'I don't see a reason why the families won't be allowed to come. The Australian cricket board is trying to accommodate the families. It should be okay'

Cricket Australia to grant NOC to IPL-bound players

Cricket Australia to grant NOC to IPL-bound players

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

IPL-bound Australian cricketers are sweating over their participation in the 14th edition of the cash-rich league

I would have tampered if told to, says Australia coach Langer

I would have tampered if told to, says Australia coach Langer

Rediff.com11 May 2018

Justin Langer understands how Cameron Bancroft became embroiled in the ball-tampering scandal and said he would have cheated too if instructed to by senior players when he first played Test cricket.

Burns gets Langer's vote to retain opening spot in India series

Burns gets Langer's vote to retain opening spot in India series

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

Langer referenced the strong partnership that Burns has had with David Warner, which was also played an important role in Australia's ascent to the top of the ICC Test rankings.

Lehmann to have heart surgery after health scare on 50th birthday

Lehmann to have heart surgery after health scare on 50th birthday

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Former Australia coach Darren Lehmann will have heart surgery on Saturday after suffering a health scare on his 50th birthday on Wednesday. The former Test batsman suffered chest pains while on the Gold Coast to watch his son Jake Lehmann captain the Cricket Australia XI against the touring England Lions.

Chahal begins Aus tour with dubious record

Chahal begins Aus tour with dubious record

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Vaughan even went on to say that Australia will "convincingly" defeat India in all formats.

There is optimism for 'full crowds' for Ashes series

There is optimism for 'full crowds' for Ashes series

Rediff.com19 May 2021

CA said it had built quarantine periods for touring squads into the schedule but it is unlikely at this stage that England fans will be able to travel

CA didn't fully investigate 2018 ball-tampering scandal: Gilchrist

CA didn't fully investigate 2018 ball-tampering scandal: Gilchrist

Rediff.com17 May 2021

The legendary Adam Gilchrist said Cricket Australia (CA) did not carry out a thorough investigation into the 2018 ball-tampering scandal by refusing to go deeper into the problem.

Can Kohli bring same passion sans crowds in stadium?

Can Kohli bring same passion sans crowds in stadium?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

Australia offie Nathan Lyon reckons the Indian captain 'will be able to adapt to any climate that we are able to play in'.

Ashes PIX: Bairstow century leads England's fightback

Ashes PIX: Bairstow century leads England's fightback

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

Johnny Bairstow scored England's first century of the series as the tourists staged a fightback after a torrid start to the third day of the fourth Ashes Test on Friday, but Australia remained in command with a lead of 158 at the close of play.

Top Australian players resume training

Top Australian players resume training

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

David Warner and Mitchell Starc were among those who reported for training as the domestic pre-season began behind closed doors.

Laxman hits back at Clarke over IPL contracts comment

Laxman hits back at Clarke over IPL contracts comment

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

'If you're friendly with any Indian player it doesn't mean that you are getting IPL contract'

NBA: Grizzlies set record with 73-point winning margin

NBA: Grizzlies set record with 73-point winning margin

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

The Grizzlies, who had nine players score in double figures, stretched their winning streak to three. They managed the record blowout despite the absence of their leading scorer, Ja Morant, who is sidelined due to a knee injury.

What happens to tickets purchased for postponed T20WC?

What happens to tickets purchased for postponed T20WC?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The tournament was to be held in October-November but will now be conducted later because of the pandemic.

Warner hopeful of playing Boxing Day Test

Warner hopeful of playing Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

'Hopefully we start the series well and try and win this one moving onto Boxing Day and get that momentum into the New Year'

Did senior players scuttle Dravid's plans for Team India?

Did senior players scuttle Dravid's plans for Team India?

Rediff.com21 May 2021

'Dravid was really invested in India becoming the best team in the world.' 'Sadly, not everyone in the team had the same feeling. They would rather concentrate on being in the team.'

Sandpaper Gate: Vaughan slams CA for piecemeal investigation

Sandpaper Gate: Vaughan slams CA for "piecemeal investigation"

Rediff.com20 May 2021

'Ultimately, this shows what happens if you do a piecemeal investigation and leave questions unanswered. It will keep biting you on the backside and does not do anyone any good.'

Check out Australia's special new jersey for India T20s

Check out Australia's special new jersey for India T20s

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

The Australian team came out wearing a new jersey in the opening T20 International against India, in Canberra, on Friday, to showcase their country's indigenous heritage.