Cummins out of first Ashes test, Smith to captain Australia
SYDNEY :Australia fast bowler Pat Cummins will not be fit for the first Ashes test in Perth next month and will be replaced as captain by Steve Smith, Cricket Australia said on Monday.
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Australia's Smith says 'door open' if Konstas wants advice
MELBOURNE :Steve Smith has offered to mentor embattled teammate Sam Konstas as the young opener fights for runs and his place in Australia's Ashes plans.
Australia skipper Cummins ruled out of opening Ashes test - reports
SYDNEY :Australia captain Pat Cummins has not resumed bowling after suffering a back injury and will miss the opening Ashes tests against England in Perth in late November, multiple local media outlets reported on Wednesday.
Test opener Renshaw bats way into Australia's ODI squad
MELBOURNE :Former test opener Matt Renshaw is in the frame for a long-awaited one-day international debut after being named in Australia's squad for this month’s home series against India.
Utah Legend Steve Smith: Unlike Texas Tech, Utes 'Earned' Roster by Recruiting
Steve Smith, one of the best Utah players of all time, joined the "Big Noon Kickoff" crew in Salt Lake City on Saturday ahead of the No. 16 Utes' highly anticipated Big 12 clash against No. 17 Texas Tech — and he didn't hold back.
West Indies bowl out Australia for 225 after dramatic collapse
Australia lost seven wickets for 68 runs in a dramatic collapse to be all out for 225 on day one of the third and final test against West Indies at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica.
Experience the key for Australia in the Caribbean, says Cummins
The wealth of experience in Australia's ranks helps them find solutions in difficult situations, captain Pat Cummins said after his side played themselves out of trouble to secure a series-clinching 133-run win over the West Indies on Sunday.
Australia seize control as Smith's masterclass extends lead to 254
Steve Smith's magnificent 71 guided Australia to 221 for seven at stumps on day three of the second test against West Indies in Grenada on Saturday, helping the tourists to build a commanding 254-run lead despite late wickets and persistent rain interruptions.