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Pucovski Sues School Over Concussion Protocol Failures

Pucovski Sues School Over Concussion Protocol Failures

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Former Australian cricketer Will Pucovski has initiated legal proceedings against his former school, Brighton Grammar, alleging that the institution failed to adhere to proper concussion protocols after he sustained a head injury during a football training session in 2014. His lawyers claim this incident led to a traumatic brain injury, making him vulnerable to subsequent concussions and ultimately forcing his early retirement from professional cricket at age 27.

'He's quite intimidating when he gets going': Cummins Wants Green To Be Aggressive Vs Bangladesh

'He's quite intimidating when he gets going': Cummins Wants Green To Be Aggressive Vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Australia captain Pat Cummins has encouraged all-rounder Cameron Green to adopt an aggressive approach against Bangladesh in the upcoming Test series.

Bondi Beach Heroes Honoured At SCG

Bondi Beach Heroes Honoured At SCG

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

The victims of the Bondi massacre, first responders and community members were welcomed with a guard of honour from Australia and England players at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Ashes rivalry? Head wants a beer with England mates

Ashes rivalry? Head wants a beer with England mates

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Opening batsman Travis Head hopes Australia and England will share a drink after the Ashes winds up in Sydney to revive a tradition that fell by the wayside after the 2023 series.

Ashes: Head, Smith centuries give Australia the lead on Day 3

Ashes: Head, Smith centuries give Australia the lead on Day 3

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Steve Smith and Travis Head hit centuries to help Australia dominate the third day's play by stretching their lead against England in the fifth and final Ashes Test.

Injury blow for England as Atkinson ruled out of final Ashes Test

Injury blow for England as Atkinson ruled out of final Ashes Test

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

England fast bowler Gus Atkinson has been ruled out of the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney after tearing his left hamstring, the team said on Monday.

Inglis, Zampa out of Perth ODI opener vs India

Inglis, Zampa out of Perth ODI opener vs India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Wicketkeeper Josh Inglis and spinner Adam Zampa will miss Australia's first one-day international against India in Perth on Sunday, Cricket Australia said on Tuesday.

Sydney Cricket Ground turns Pink for fifth time

Sydney Cricket Ground turns Pink for fifth time

Rediff.com2 Jan 2013

For the fifth consecutive time, the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) will be splashed with pink for the Vodafone Pink Test featuring Australia and Sri Lanka, starting on Thursday.

Ashes: England captain Stokes suffers adductor injury

Ashes: England captain Stokes suffers adductor injury

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

England captain Ben Stokes was forced off the field because of injury on Day 4 of the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia on Wednesday.

Bashir in the mix as England brace for spin at SCG

Bashir in the mix as England brace for spin at SCG

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

England called up spinner Shoaib Bashir and seamer Matthew Potts for the final Ashes Test against Australia beginning on Sunday with one of them set to fill the void created by Gus Atkinson's injury-induced absence.

Ashes PIX: Root, Brook sparkle on weather-hit Day 1

Ashes PIX: Root, Brook sparkle on weather-hit Day 1

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Joe Root and Harry Brook hit half-centuries to put England in control before bad light ended play early on the opening day of the fifth Ashes Test.

Sydney to amp up security for 5th Ashes cricket Test

Sydney to amp up security for 5th Ashes cricket Test

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Similar measures were in place during the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground from December 26, where specialist police officers armed with semi-automatic rifles patrolled the stadium precinct, nearby parks and railway stations.

'One last big knock at SCG': Cummins to Khawaja

'One last big knock at SCG': Cummins to Khawaja

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Australia Test captain Pat Cummins congratulated veteran opener Usman Khawaja on his "incredible career" after the 39-year-old confirmed his retirement from international cricket following the conclusion of the fifth Ashes Test against England at the Sydney Cricket Ground, starting January 4.

'A star is born': Bethell joins elite with SCG century

'A star is born': Bethell joins elite with SCG century

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

England's young batter Jacob Bethell joined an elite list after scoring his maiden Test century against Australia on Day 4 of the fifth and final Ashes Test.

What's Kohli Doing In Dhoni's Hometown?

What's Kohli Doing In Dhoni's Hometown?

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Virat Kohli arrived in Ranchi ahead of the first One-Day International against South Africa on Wednesday morning.

'Decide your destiny': Vaughan's tells Khawaja

'Decide your destiny': Vaughan's tells Khawaja

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has urged Australia's Usman Khawaja to retire on his own terms

'Should You Touch Another Player?'

'Should You Touch Another Player?'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

England Captain Ben Stokes was involved in a heated on-field exchange with Australia's No.3 Marnus Labuschagne, an incident that drew strong reactions from former players in the commentary box.

Mitchell Starc opens up on retirement

Mitchell Starc opens up on retirement

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'As I said, while you're contributing, or while you're in the best group of players, why do you have to put a cap on a guy or a girl, if you're a certain age?'

Will Kohli bow out after surpassing Sangakkara?

Will Kohli bow out after surpassing Sangakkara?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Shining sun, gentle breeze, excited fans in Sydney await India's third ODI against Australia

'No one really has a clue about SCG track'

'No one really has a clue about SCG track'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

From afar on Saturday, the SCG track looked to have a distinct tinge of green on it as the groundsmen ran the roller over it.

Not bidding farewell, says Root after Sydney century

Not bidding farewell, says Root after Sydney century

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

England's Joe Root paused as he left the field to salute all four corners of the Sydney Cricket Ground on Monday after making a fine 160 in the fifth Ashes Test.

After Ashes loss, Stokes reaffirms faith in McCullum

After Ashes loss, Stokes reaffirms faith in McCullum

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'I'm sure if it ever ... comes to it, I'll be asked my opinion and he'll be getting my full support and backing.'

PIX: Khawaja's Emotional Ashes Farewell

PIX: Khawaja's Emotional Ashes Farewell

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Usman Khawaja said he was delighted to end his Test career with a victory in the fifth and final Ashes Test against England at Sydney on Thursday.

Khawaja selection ends retirement chatter

Khawaja selection ends retirement chatter

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Australia head coach and selector Andrew McDonald has confirmed Usman Khawaja will play in the fifth Ashes Test against England at the Sydney Cricket Ground amid media speculation it could be his last international.

SEE: Rohit backs Gill's plan, Rana gets wicket

SEE: Rohit backs Gill's plan, Rana gets wicket

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Rana and Sundar also spoke of their respective spells and how they helped India script victory in Sydney.

Aus keep Playing XI under wraps ahead of SCG Test

Aus keep Playing XI under wraps ahead of SCG Test

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

'We could play a couple of all-rounders. Could play a spinner. Could play no spinner. We'll figure it out.'

How Kohli can regain his lost touch? He needs to...

How Kohli can regain his lost touch? He needs to...

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

"He needs to rotate strike, keep the scoreboard moving": Pathan on Virat ahead of 3rd Sydney ODI

Usman Khawaja confirms Test retirement after Ashes

Usman Khawaja confirms Test retirement after Ashes

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Usman Khawaja said he hoped his long Test career, which will come to an end with his retirement after the fifth Ashes clash, inspires youngsters who are "different" that playing cricket for Australia is possible.

Aussie PM hosts Ashes stars ahead of final Test

Aussie PM hosts Ashes stars ahead of final Test

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hosted players from the Australian and England cricket teams ahead of the final Ashes Test at Kirribilli House for his annual New Year's Day reception on Thursday.

Standing Ovation For King Kohli At SCG

Standing Ovation For King Kohli At SCG

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Virat Kohli received a thunderous standing ovation from a capacity crowd at the Sydney Cricket Ground as he strode out to bat, likely for the final time in Australia.

Ashes: Starc Calls For Spicy Wickets To Tame Bazball

Ashes: Starc Calls For Spicy Wickets To Tame Bazball

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Australia paceman Mitchell Starc has warned against flattening surfaces to maximise five-day revenue as England's aggressive "Bazball" approach looms.

Hazlewood gets all clear after injury scare

Hazlewood gets all clear after injury scare

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

With skipper Pat Cummins already out of the series opener because of a back injury, Australia are expected to send out Hazlewood with Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland as their pace attack.

'Pakistani, lazy, selfish': Khawaja blasts stereotypes before retiring

'Pakistani, lazy, selfish': Khawaja blasts stereotypes before retiring

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Khawaja pulled no punches, taking aim at former players and sections of the media over what he described as blatant double standards

Time for England to move on from failed 'Bazball': Vaughan

Time for England to move on from failed 'Bazball': Vaughan

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

'They're all going to score because they are naturally gifted players but the real high-risk way of playing, I'm afraid it hasn't worked.'

Head leads Australia's strong reply after Root's century

Head leads Australia's strong reply after Root's century

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Joe Root contributed a magnificent 160 to England's first-innings tally of 384 but Travis Head drove Australia to 166 for two in response on the second day of the fifth and final Ashes Test.

Hazlewood backs Australia's ageing attack for Ashes

Hazlewood backs Australia's ageing attack for Ashes

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Paceman Josh Hazlewood has brushed off worries about Australia's ageing attack for the Ashes, saying he personally feels as good as he has in a long time and that the unit's experience of bowling together is a major advantage for the team.

Ashes: Bethell's maiden century stalls Australia's victory march

Ashes: Bethell's maiden century stalls Australia's victory march

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Jacob Bethell scored his maiden Test century to lead an England rearguard action on the fourth day of the fifth Test on Wednesday but Australia still looked firmly set for victory.

Saker returns to boost England for Ashes 2025

Saker returns to boost England for Ashes 2025

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

He has since returned for key assignments, including the 2022 T20 World Cup victory and both the Ashes and ODI World Cup campaigns in 2023.

Why Rohit has ditched fearless batting approach

Why Rohit has ditched fearless batting approach

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Rohit turned back the clock and produced a sizzling 121*(125), to lift India to a nine-wicket win.

Injury blow for Australia: Hazlewood out of Ashes opener

Injury blow for Australia: Hazlewood out of Ashes opener

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Australia have suffered another blow ahead of the Ashes opener against England after fast bowler Josh Hazlewood was ruled out due to a hamstring injury on Saturday, further weakening their bowling attack after the loss of captain Pat Cummins.