Cricket

LISA STHALEKAR: They are the most successful Big Bash team in the country but moves are afoot that could put that in jeopardy.

A Baggy Green cap worn by Sir Donald Bradman, and gifted to another cricketer more than 75 years ago, has sold at auction for a record price.

Perth Scorchers players celebrated long into the night after their comprehensive victory in the BBL final. SEE THE PICTURES

Perth Scorchers are the heavyweight champions of the Big Bash League, trouncing Sydney Sixers in their legacy title bout. 

‘There’s no way we should be playing cricket in this. I’ve never played when it’s been raining this hard.’

Perth Scorchers will have to go through a familiar foe if they are to claim another Big Bash title after their grand final opponent was settled in Friday night’s Challenger final.

The Stars were dudded but didn’t help themselves with a curious strategic call.

DANE ELDRIDGE: The former Aussie skipper’s theatrical performances at the crease might be a bit OTT at times, but pundits need to stop viewing his idiosyncrasies as some form of madness.

Steve Smith couldn’t save his side as they fell well short in their run chase.

Perth Scorchers have marched into another Big Bash final after a masterful bowling performance ripped through the Sixers star studded batting line-up.

LISA STHALEKAR: The T20 game is constantly evolving and forcing teams to make tough calls. I would know as I was part of one last week.

Cooper Connolly has cemented his status as one of Australian cricket’s rising stars, with the WA allrounder snaring the Bradman Young Cricketer of the Year prize.

GEORGIE PARKER: Saying some Aussie cricket team stars are out of shape is a bit rough given their recent success.

Steve Smith says he would accept a late offer to join Australia's T20 World Cup squad after continuing his red-hot form for Sydney Sixers.