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An Ashes campaign amid boos and questions
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Saturday, 13 July 2019 00:41
As Steven Smith sets up to face Jofra Archer's final spell of the World Cup semi-final, there's a bellowing voice from the RS Wyatt Stand: "Finish the cheat off! Sand him down!" Smith survives the over, but not Jos Buttler's throw between his legs for a run out soon after.When England bat, David Warner runs back towards the same stand…
Langer pinpoints costly loss of Khawaja with eye on the Ashes
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Friday, 12 July 2019 23:02
Australia's coach Justin Langer believes the absence of Usman Khawaja was critical to the team's failure to put up a defendable total in their World Cup semi-final hiding by England, pinpointing his return to fitness as vital to the Test team's Ashes chances next month.A hamstring strain in the final qualifying match against South Africa pushed Khawaja out of the…
USA coach Pubudu Dassanayake resigns, Kiran More to take charge
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Friday, 12 July 2019 19:52
USA head coach Pubudu Dassanayake has abruptly resigned after just under three years in the role following a breakdown in his relationship with the USA Cricket board.Kiran More, the former India wicketkeeper, was brought on as director of cricket in June, alongside former West Indies batsman Kieran Powell as high performance manager, to oversee the operation. They will be assisted…
Adil Rashid finds 'snap' after shoulder injury to restore confidence in his googly
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Friday, 12 July 2019 10:27
It was a delivery that not only claimed Australia's fifth wicket, but confirmed the sense that England were on their way to the World Cup final. Adil Rashid's googly to trap Marcus Stoinis lbw was a fine example of England's legspinner going about his craft as well as an indication that he is getting "back to my best" after a…
Australian thoughts turn to Ashes as World Cup trio join squad to face Lions
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Friday, 12 July 2019 08:15
Australia have wasted little time in turning their thoughts to next month's Ashes series after yesterday's semi-final defeat against England, adding three players from their World Cup party to the squad to play the Lions at Canterbury on Sunday.Peter Handscomb, who was bowled by Chris Woakes for 4 yesterday in his only appearance of the tournament, is joined by Matthew…
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Friday, 12 July 2019 12:23
Paul Stirling hits whirlwind 83* off 36, hands Ireland 1-0 advantage
Friday, 12 July 2019 05:45
World Cup final tickets being offered for resale at £16,000
Friday, 12 July 2019 04:35
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Friday, 12 July 2019 04:23
No one is more frustrated than I am - Guptill
Friday, 12 July 2019 04:45
Kumar Dharmasena to umpire final despite Jason Roy controversy
Friday, 12 July 2019 05:03
Rashid to captain Afghanistan across formats, Asghar appointed his deputy
Friday, 12 July 2019 02:55
Shane Getkate's calm fortitude in the face of adversity
Friday, 12 July 2019 02:53
I did not demand to be included in World Cup squad - de Villiers
Friday, 12 July 2019 03:06
England 'won't listen to favourites' chat' - Trevor Bayliss
Thursday, 11 July 2019 22:52
Iyer, Khaleel overwhelm West Indies A in tour opener
Thursday, 11 July 2019 14:59
'Playing in a World Cup final seemed laughable after 2015 exit' - Morgan
Thursday, 11 July 2019 12:17
Jason Roy avoids suspension after outburst against umpires
Thursday, 11 July 2019 14:10
Australia choose worst time to put in 'worst performance' of the World Cup
Thursday, 11 July 2019 05:41
'Knew we deserved to be here, wanted to prove it' - Taylor
Thursday, 11 July 2019 06:12
Lewis Gregory to captain England Lions against Australia A
Thursday, 11 July 2019 08:10
Dhoni should have come in to bat earlier - Gavaskar
Thursday, 11 July 2019 11:02
Jason Roy caps bowlers' onslaught as England blaze a trail to World Cup final
Thursday, 11 July 2019 10:39
Channel 4 to screen World Cup final free-to-air after agreement reached with Sky
Thursday, 11 July 2019 01:22
Live Report - Australia v England
Wednesday, 10 July 2019 12:04