Australian men’s Test squad for the first NRMA Insurance Test match   The National Selection Panel (NSP) has named a 14-player men’s squad for the first NRMA Insurance Test match against Pakistan in Perth. Australia plays three Tests against Pakistan in Perth, Sydney and Melbourne, followed by two Tests against the West Indies in Adelaide and Brisbane. Australia: Pat Cummins (NSW/Penrith Cricket Club) (c) Scott Boland (VIC/Frankston Peninsula Cricket Club) Alex Carey (SA/Glenelg Cricket Club) Cameron Green (WA/Subiaco-Floreat Cricket Club) Josh Hazlewood (NSW/St George Cricket Club) Travis Head (SA/Tea Tree Gully Cricket Club) Usman Khawaja (QLD/Valley District Cricket Club) Marnus Labuschagne (QLD/Redlands Cricket Club) Nathan Lyon (NSW/Northern District Cricket Club) Mitchell Marsh (WA/Fremantle Cricket Club) Lance Morris (WA/Scarborough Cricket Club) Steve Smith (NSW/Sutherland Cricket Club) Mitchell Starc (NSW/Manly Warringah Cricket Club) David Warner (NSW/Randwick Petersham Cricket Club) NSP men’s Chair of Selectors George Bailey said: “This group, led by Pat ...

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It would be exciting to bowl against Babar Azam, Australian cricketer Todd Murphy Australian cricketer Todd Murphy expressed his anticipation and excitement as he gears up to face Pakistan in the upcoming cricketing summer, highlighting the formidable challenges that lie ahead. “Bowling to Pakistan’s top order batters would be a challenge,” acknowledged Murphy, emphasizing the skill and prowess of Pakistan’s batsmen. Speaking specifically about Pakistan’s captain, Murphy praised Babar Azam, stating, “Babar Azam is a very good player, and Pakistan’s top order boasts players with great class. I am not sure if Babar Azam is playing against PM XI, but it would be exciting to bowl against him. It’s always great to get a chance to test yourself against a test-playing nation.” Answering to a question regarding Rickey Ponting’s recent statement about Pakistan’s bowling attack, Todd Murphy stated “Playing against Pakistan would be a huge challenge. Pakistan has a good ...

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Australia vs. Pakistan Test Series Promises Cricketing Spectacle: Insights from Sarfaraz Ahmed In the lead-up to the highly anticipated Australia vs. Pakistan Test series, former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed shared his thoughts on the upcoming cricketing extravaganza, shedding light on key players and the challenges that lie ahead. Clash of Titans: Babar Azam and Steve Smith Sarfaraz Ahmed, a seasoned campaigner himself, expressed his excitement about witnessing the clash between two modern-day batting maestros – Babar Azam and Steve Smith. Describing them as “top class batters,” Ahmed remarked that the series would be a treat for young cricketers and fans alike. The prospect of these two stars going head-to-head adds an extra layer of anticipation to the series. Shaheen Afridi vs. David Warner: A Riveting Rivalry Recalling a previous encounter between Shaheen Afridi and David Warner, Sarfaraz Ahmed highlighted the Pakistani speedster’s skills against the Australian opener. Ahmed noted that ...

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India rout Sri Lanka once more sending an ominous warning to the rest in the World Cup. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE.  (eLanka Sports editor). India sent tremors through the World Cup with another demolition of a completely out of tune Sri Lanka and duck season would best describe the Islanders pathetic run chase at Wankhede stadium. If there were doubts about the one sided Asia Cup final, India dispelled all of them as their bowlers ran riot to give them five more runs, 50 all out in the Asia Cup, and 55 all out here and a 302 run win. Chasing 357 Sri Lanka were never in with a chance as Mohamed Shami and Mohamed Siraj wreaked havoc on a clueless Sri Lanka batting line-up after Jasprit Bumrah prised out usually consistent Pathum Nissanka in his first ball.  This set the stage for what could be a record five ...

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An emerging female talent from Pakistan lands cricket contract in Australia SYDNEY: Saira Jabeen, a 22-year-old emerging talent from the North of Pakistan, has secured a six-month contract with the Paramatta Women’s Grade Cricket Club in Sydney, Australia. She touched down in Australia on September 28, 2023. Hailing from the picturesque Kalash Valley, Saira Jabeen has recently earned a spot in the list of 74 women cricketers who received PCB’s first domestic women contracts for 11 months. “I have a good experience of Pakistan’s grassroots cricket, and now with this opportunity, I would gain valuable exposure to competitive cricket in Australia. I hope that by blending these experiences, I can make a significant difference in the future.” “My journey is facilitated by Mel Jones, the former Australian women’s cricket team captain and Mr. Yahya Ghaznavi from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), who played a pivotal role in connecting me with ...

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