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Cricket Australia appoints Longstaff as 1st independent ethics commissioner

In a first, Cricket Australia appointed Simon Longstaff as an independent ethics commissioner, who will advise the national sport's governing body.

T20 WC: Ponting believes Suryakumar Yadav should be in India's playing XI

Suryakumar Yadav not the one to "step down" from a challenge whatever be the situation, says Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting

Cricket Australia launches five-year plan to take sport to next level

Cricket Australia launched a five-year strategic plan, setting ambitious participation targets that will safeguard the game's financial sustainability and take sport in the country to the next level

McGrath plays Commonwealth Games final despite testing positive for Covid

In a dramatic development, Australia all-rounder Tahlia McGrath was named in the playing eleven for the Commonwealth Games final despite testing positive for COVID-19. The toss was delayed slightly as the Indian cricket team only found about Mcgrath's health status before the flip of the coin. "Cricket Australia (CA) can confirm that cricketer Tahlia McGrath has returned a positive test for Covid-19. CGA clinical staff have consulted with the Commonwealth Games Federation RACEG (Results Analysis Clinical Expert Group) team and match officials, and McGrath is taking part in today's final against India. "McGrath presented to team management with mild symptoms on Sunday and subsequently returned the positive test. She was named in the starting XI at the toss and the International Cricket Council (ICC) approved her participation in the final," said Cricket Australia in a statement. The BCCI as well as team sources confirmed to PTI that the players including skipper Harmanpreet Kaur got

ILT20 offers AUD 700,000 deals to 15 top Australian players to ditch BBL

The International League in UAE has reportedly offered 15 top Australian players a whopping AUD 700,000 deals to ditch the Big Bash League (BBL), dates of which are overlapping.

IPL monopolising global cricket is 'little bit dangerous': Adam Gilchrist

As reports of Australian stalwart David Warner ditching domestic Big Bash League for UAE T20 league surface, Adam Gilchrist warns Cricket Australia to take cognizance before others follow suit

Cricket Australia keeping a close watch on situation in Sri Lanka: Report

Australia are scheduled to play three T20Is, five One-day Internationals and two Tests in Sri Lanka beginning June 7, but the unrest in the county has forced CA to monitor the evolving situation

Cricket Australia exploring broadcasting partnership with Reliance Viacom

The meeting is crucial as Reliance Viacom is likely to launch their Sports Channel in the next month

Warne was watching cricket, had not been drinking, says Manager

Warne was found unconscious with the historic first Test between Australia and Pakistan playing on the television: Report

Absolutely devastating, Warnie would always be number one for me: Gatting

Mike Gatting says the Australian spin legend's sudden death has been "absolutely devastating" and he would always remember him as a man who had time to enjoy the game.

Ponting condoles Warne's demise, says spinner gave him nickname 'Punter'

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting on Saturday condoled the demise of spinner Shane Warne, calling him the best bowler he ever played with or against.

Warne lived more in his life than most people would do in 20: Glenn McGrath

Former Australia pacer Glenn McGrath on Saturday condoled the demise of legendary leg-spinner Shane Warne.Warne, 52, passed away on Friday due to a suspected heart attack."Just absolutely devastated today. Warnie was larger than life. I thought nothing could ever happen to him. He lived more in his life than most people would live in 20. He was the ultimate competitor. He thought the game was never lost, that he could turn it around & bring us to victory, which he did so many times," wrote McGrath on Instagram."I think he lived his life the same way. There seemed to be never a dull moment. He was a great mate & a loving father. He loved his kids so much & my thoughts are with Brooke, Jackson & Summer. My thoughts are also with Keith, Bridgette & Jason. Rest In Peace my good mate, there'll never again be anyone like you," he added.McGrath and Warne had retired from Test cricket after the fifth Ashes Test in 2007. The duo is recognised as one of the most ...

Was privilege to play alongside you: Steve Waugh condoles Warne's demise

Steve Waugh on Saturday condoled the demise of spinner Shane Warne, who passed away aged 52 due to suspected heart attack.

Great Southern Stand at Melbourne Cricket Ground to be renamed after Warne

The Great Southern Stand at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) will be renamed after the SK Warne Stand as soon as possible.

Warne once-in-a-century cricketer, achievements will stand forever: Cummins

Australian cricket, along with the entire cricketing world, is in a state of shock at the loss of Shane Warne, a true cricketing genius, who died aged 52.Australia men's Test captain Pat Cummins said: "On behalf of the entire playing group and support staff here in Pakistan, I want to express our shock and sadness over Shane's sudden passing. We are all numbed by the news. Shane was a once-in-a-century cricketer and his achievements will stand for all time, but apart from the wickets he took and the games he helped Australia win, what he did was draw so many people to the sport.""So many of us in the playing group grew up idolising him and fell in love with this great sport as a result, while many of our support staff either played with him or against him. It has been a terrible couple of days for Australian cricket with the passing of Rod Marsh and now Shane," he added.Shane Warne is one of the most influential cricketers in history. He almost single-handedly reinvented the art of ...

Warne changed landscape of cricket by reviving leg-spin, says ICC CEO

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has expressed sadness at the sudden passing away of legendary Australian leg-spinner, Shane Warne, at the age of 52.In a statement, ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice expressed shock and sadness at Warne's demise and said his impact on and off the field would be remembered for generations."I was stunned to hear the news of Shane's passing away. He was a true legend of the game, who changed the landscape of cricket by reviving the art of leg-spin. His larger-than-life personality, extraordinary skill and immense cricketing intellect ensured fans were glued to their seats whenever he was involved in a game," he said."His contribution off the field was also remarkable, where he shared his time and experiences so generously with young players, especially up and coming leg-spinners. He also established a successful career in the commentary box, where his insightful and forthright views on the game made him one of the first-choice commentators for ...

Shane Warne: He took the world for a spin and world loved him back

His battles with Sachin Tendulkar during the 1998 series in India will remain a part of cricketing folklore

World cricket fraternity shell shocked by Shane Warne's untimely death

The cricket fraternity across the globe was shell shocked by the sudden demise of Australian spin legend Shane Warne, who died at the age of 52 due to suspected heart attack in Thailand on Friday. Past and present superstars of world cricket paid rich tributes to Warne, one of the all-time greats of the game who redefined spin bowling, with Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar saying that he had "gone too young." Warne's management released a brief statement to the Australian media, saying that he passed away in Koh Samui, Thailand and the reason could be a suspected heart attack. He was 52. He is survived by two daughters and a son. "Shocked, stunned & miserable Will miss you Warnie," Tendulkar, whose rivalry with Warne was stuff of legend, said. "There was never a dull moment with you around, on or off the field. Will always treasure our on field duels & off field banter. You always had a special place for India & Indians had a special place for you. Gone too young!" ...

Prepared for very high-scoring tournament: Austalia coach on Women's WC

After setting up a target of 321 in the warm-up fixture against New Zealand, Australia coach Matthew Mott feels that the upcoming Women's ODI World Cup will be a high scoring tournament.

We'll have just one head coach for all cricket formats: new CA chairman

Days after allegedly saying that he was "open to advice" on separate coaches for the Test, Cricket Australia's (CA) new chairman Lachlan Henderson said that the coach's role "won't be split".