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Australia board apologises after India players complain of racist abuse

Australia board apologises after India players complain of racist abuse

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

Play was halted for a few minutes on the fourth day of the third Test between India and Australia after the visiting players complained of abuse from the crowd at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday.

Australia leave out big names for Windies tour

Australia leave out big names for Windies tour

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Smith ruled out; Cummins, Warner rested for white-ball tour.

Got no demons in my head now, says Maxwell

Got no demons in my head now, says Maxwell

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

Glenn Maxwell thanked Cricket Australia for supporting him and insisted that he had greatly benefited from the break.

South Africa seeks compensation from ICC over Aus no-show

South Africa seeks compensation from ICC over Aus no-show

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

They also said CA's decision devalues the ICC's World Test Championship.

Aus pacer sets up unique COVID fundraiser for India

Aus pacer sets up unique COVID fundraiser for India

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Cricket Australia's new CEO, Nick Hockley and Todd Greenberg, the CEO of the Australian Cricketers' Association will also make an appearance.

India to start Australia Tests in Brisbane on December 3: report

India to start Australia Tests in Brisbane on December 3: report

Rediff.com27 May 2020

Cricket Australia has locked in four venues for the financially crucial Test series against India and the first match is tentatively set for a December 3 start in Brisbane, as per local media reports. The 7news.com.au report also stated that there will be no quarantine hub or "bio bubble" required as of now.

BCCI is fully entitled to protect its team: Gavaskar

BCCI is fully entitled to protect its team: Gavaskar

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

Former India captain Sunil Gavskar says the BCCI's appeal for quarantine relaxation of its players ahead of the fourth Test is justified

Australia's Green struck on head during warm-up match

Australia's Green struck on head during warm-up match

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

Green was attended to by the medical team and was able to walk off the field.

Sponsors put CA on notice as ball-tampering scandal engulfs a nation

Sponsors put CA on notice as ball-tampering scandal engulfs a nation

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

The incident, which Australian captain Steve Smith said involved senior players hatching a plan to tamper with the ball during a game against rival South Africa, also threatens to upset current negotiations over broadcast rights.

Afghan stripped of Afghanistan captaincy

Afghan stripped of Afghanistan captaincy

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Hashmatullah Shahidi was appointed as new Test and ODI captain

Forgotten Australia opener Renshaw to take break from game

Forgotten Australia opener Renshaw to take break from game

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Renshaw made his Test debut at 20 against South Africa in 2016 but is taking a break from cricket after being dropped by Queensland ahead of the resumption of the Sheffield Shield season.

Senior Aus players clear the air with under-fire Langer

Senior Aus players clear the air with under-fire Langer

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

'The last few days we've really been able to galvanise around him, to have some really robust discussions on where we want to take this cricket team, what we expect of him and what he expects of us.'

Now, Australia cricketers can bat on after having kids

Now, Australia cricketers can bat on after having kids

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

Cricket Australia unveiled a "game-changing" parental leave scheme on Thursday designed to let players in its history-making women's team remain in the game while raising a family.

Smith, Warner set to make Sydney club return in September

Smith, Warner set to make Sydney club return in September

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

An enticing showdown between former Australia captain Steve Smith and vice-captain David Warner could take place on November 10.

T20 WC's likely postponement will open door for IPL: Taylor

T20 WC's likely postponement will open door for IPL: Taylor

Rediff.com17 May 2020

Also, the Indian cricket team is scheduled to tour Australia from October 2020 to January 2021 for a full series that includes four Test matches as part of the World Test Championships besides three ODIs and as many T20Is.

BCCI likely to allow 50 percent crowds for England Tests

BCCI likely to allow 50 percent crowds for England Tests

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

The BCCI is believed to be taking a cue from Cricket Australia which had allowed entry of spectators during the India series that concluded on Tuesday.

Aussie IPL stars return home; CA 'grateful' to BCCI

Aussie IPL stars return home; CA 'grateful' to BCCI

Rediff.com17 May 2021

They will all be spending two weeks in a Sydney hotel for the mandatory quarantine.

Sandpapergate: 'Australia made a monumental mistake'

Sandpapergate: 'Australia made a monumental mistake'

Rediff.com16 May 2021

Former Australia bowling coach David Saker, who was with the team during the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, on Sunday said it was a "monumental mistake" which could have been prevented and for which fingers can also be pointed at him.

Australia's Pucovski doubtful for Gabba Test

Australia's Pucovski doubtful for Gabba Test

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

The final Test in Brisbane will start on January 15. The series is locked 1-1 after the third Test ended in a draw.

MCC president Sangakkara condemns racial abuse of Indians at SCG

MCC president Sangakkara condemns racial abuse of Indians at SCG

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) president Kumar Sangakkara on Monday condemned the incidents of Indian players being subjected to racial abuse by spectators during the third Test against Australia, demanding strong punishment against the offenders.

Why no Aussies in women's IPL?

Why no Aussies in women's IPL?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

An email from Cricket Australia's top official Belinda Clark, which is in possession of PTI, indicates that stopping the three is a "pressure tactic" to ensure postponement of the men's ODI series.

Undisciplined Smith in trouble again

Undisciplined Smith in trouble again

Rediff.com17 Nov 2019

Fined for dissent in Sheffield Shield match

RCB players, staff set off for home

RCB players, staff set off for home

Rediff.com6 May 2021

RCB skipper Virat Kohli reached Mumbai on Tuesday, the day IPL-14 was indefinitely suspended due to multiple COVID cases in its bio-bubble.

'If you can't respect players, don't come to stadiums'

'If you can't respect players, don't come to stadiums'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2021

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan condemned the racial abuse at Sydney Cricket Ground

Australia wants ICC to create space for BBL, IPL

Australia wants ICC to create space for BBL, IPL

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

Cricket Australia chief executive Kevin Roberts' apprehension about the global body's plans will be music to BCCI's ears.

Coaching offers: Will Ponting choose Australia T20I team over Delhi Daredevils?

Coaching offers: Will Ponting choose Australia T20I team over Delhi Daredevils?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

It was earlier reported that with Darren Lehmann's contract as coach expiring in 2019, Cricket Australia is in negotiations with Ponting to coach the home team for the event, which is to be played in Australia in 2020.

Rohit to join Indian squad on Wednesday

Rohit to join Indian squad on Wednesday

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

'We're excited about Rohit coming back. Spoke to him yesterday, he's waiting to join the team.'

Injured Prithvi Shaw ruled out of first Test

Injured Prithvi Shaw ruled out of first Test

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

The batsman suffered a 'lateral ligament injury' when he fell trying to take a catch in the tour opener.

MCG to pay tribute to Dean Jones on Boxing Day Test

MCG to pay tribute to Dean Jones on Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

Boxing Day Test will witness a special tribute to former Australia batsman Dean Jones

Indian cricketers join Australians in anti-racism gesture

Indian cricketers join Australians in anti-racism gesture

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

The Australian and Indian players came together to form a barefoot circle in a powerful stance against racism

Banned Smith, Warner could be back for India series

Banned Smith, Warner could be back for India series

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

Cricket Australia has come under pressure from the Australian Cricketers' Association (ACA) to end the bans following the release of the Longstaff review.

T20 WC: Australia end title drought, organisers salvage showpiece

T20 WC: Australia end title drought, organisers salvage showpiece

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

After an action-packed month, Aaron Finch's Australia, written off after a horrendous build-up, emerged with their maiden 20-overs world title in their arms.

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.

PIX: Smith shines despite Archer bouncer blow

PIX: Smith shines despite Archer bouncer blow

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

Australia's Steve Smith was out for 92 after resuming his innings having been forced to retire hurt when he was struck by a short ball from England fast bowler Jofra Archer on the fourth day of the second Ashes Test at Lord's on Saturday.

Starc to rejoin Australia team after family illness

Starc to rejoin Australia team after family illness

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

Starc will travel to Adelaide with several other members of the Australian side and the Indian team on a charter flight

Bowlers have 'cleared air' with Bancroft, says Paine

Bowlers have 'cleared air' with Bancroft, says Paine

Rediff.com19 May 2021

The Australian captain also said that Bancroft's comments won't be held against him during future team selections.

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

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'

Blow for Smith, Warner as no respite offered

Blow for Smith, Warner as no respite offered

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

Duo to serve out bans in full, deems Cricket Australia

Australia to reschedule South Africa tour 'as soon as possible'

Australia to reschedule South Africa tour 'as soon as possible'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

Australia pulled out of the three-Test tour slated for March-April citing an "unacceptable level of health and safety risk to players, support staff and the community".