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Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon have responded to Mitchell Johnson’s criticism after the World Test Championship loss.
Cricket
Ben McClellan

Aussie stars hit back over ‘Ashes send-off’ criticism

Two of Australia’s ageing bowling attack have taken issue with a former teammate over his withering critique of the Test team’s Test final failure.

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David ‘Syd’ Lawrence has passed away aged 61 from motor neurone disease.
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Matt Shrivell

Sporting pioneer dies weeks after King’s birthday honour

One of the world’s cricket greats, David ‘Syd’ Lawrence, has passed away aged 61 after a devastating health battle.

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Marnus Labuschagne has been dropped from Australia’s Test team.
Cricket
Jackson Barrett

Marnus axed and young guns in as selectors make bold call

Marnus Labuschagne has been axed from Australia’s Test team in a sensational move six days out from the first match against the West Indies. 

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England great Kevin Pietersen says Marnus Labuschagne’s form woes are ‘very strange’.
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Digital Staff

England great unloads on ‘very strange’ Aussie cricketer

The questions keep coming about some out-of-form stars and now a former captain has sunk the boots in.

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Marnus Labuschagne’s role as an opener or first drop is in doubt.
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Georgie Parker

The key thing overlooked after Aussies’ Test title disaster

GEORGIE PARKER: There is a lot to process after South Africa’s historic World Test Championship win. Here are my three takeaways.

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Usman Khawaja is one of several veteran batters that should make way for the next generation.
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Cricket
Mitchell Johnson

Aussies need to make tough calls now on failing batters

MITCHELL JOHNSON: The top order face criticism over the World Test Championship final failure, but the selectors are the ones who should be answering the questions.

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Captain Pat Cummins’ look of frustration says it all about Australia’s World Test final defeat.
Cricket
Oliver Caffrey

Axe sharpening? Australia eye 'reset' after Proteas defeat

A new World Test Championship cycle could create an opportunity for Australia to ‘reset’ their ageing team following a shock loss against South Africa.

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South Africa have chased 282 at Lord's to win the World Test Championship final against Australia.
Cricket
Oliver Caffrey

South Africa end title drought with upset of Australia

Australia's glorious run in world cricket finals is over, losing to South Africa by six wickets in an enthralling Test decider at Lord's.

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Finn Allen smashed a ridiculous 151 in the Major League Cricket opener.
Cricket
Ben Sutton

Big Bash star breaks world record in absurd masterclass

Glenn Maxwell could only watch on as the ball was smashed to all ends of the ground.

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Finn Allen has sent records tumbling and claimed a special piece of history.
Cricket
Aaron Kirby

Scorcher sets records tumbling, passes remarkable Gayle mark

Perth Scorcher Finn Allen has sent records tumbling and claimed a special piece of history in the opening game of the Major League Cricket season, breaking a record held by West Indian great Chris Gayle.

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Another six-fer against South Africa, 14 years after his first, shows Pat Cummins' enduring skill.
Cricket
Ian Chadband

‘Postman’ Pat snares 300, needs special delivery in final

Australian skipper Pat Cummins has no time to reflect on a landmark day in his brilliant career as he's charged with delivering one more masterpiece to win the World Test final.

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An early review from South African captain Temba Bavuma has fired up aggrieved Aussie fans.
Cricket
Aaron Kirby

Bavuma review leaves Aussie fans frustrated

An early review from South African captain Temba Bavuma has fired up aggrieved Aussie fans on the second morning of the World Test Championship Final at Lord’s.

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Mitchell Starc strikes in his first over as Australia's 'big three' quicks struck back at Lord's. (AP PHOTO)
Cricket
Ian Chadband

'Unbelievable' Aussie pace pack lord it at Lord's again

That cut-throat firm of Cummins, Hazlewood and Starc were doing their worst once again in the World Test Championship final at Lord's.

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Australia's Cameron Green walks off the field after losing his wicket.
Cricket
Jackson Barrett

Green’s Test return short-lived as Aussie wickets fall

Cam Green’s return Test innings was short-lived as the West Australian fell in the early stages of the World Test Championship final on Wednesday night.

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Matthew Hayden raises his bat after breaking the world record of 375 runs by hitting 380 in 2003.
Cricket
News Corp Australia

Aussie reminder in great’s Hall of Fame nod

Finding a steady opening combination has been hard for the Australian Test team in recent times, but our latest Hall of Fame inductee serves as a reminder of a golden period at the top of the order.

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