Latest Updates Around The World
By Markus Conneely ‘Does England have a chance?’ It’s the question that permeates the British zeitgeist, appearing in pubs and being dissected during park walks. The Ashes resonates with the British public and provides a refreshing source of relevance for a sport that is often prone to self-mockery. But once the series disappears, so does […]
Former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey believes England vice-captain Harry Brook will face a mental challenge in the Ashes opener. Ahead of the first Test in Perth, Hussey highlighted Brook as the batsman he is most keen to see, noting that the conditions and unique pressure of the Australian pitches will make for a fascinating test […]
England’s return to Australia for another attempt to regain the Ashes has reignited old debates over how to prepare for the toughest tour in Test cricket. Ben Stokes’ men have opted for just one three-day warm-up against the England Lions at Lilac Hill near Perth – a far cry from the rigorous schedule that preceded […]
Michael Vaughan OBE believes modern cricketers should take inspiration from golf’s No.1 Scottie Scheffler by playing and practicing more regularly to reach their potential. The former England captain said players risk losing their rhythm by resting too often, especially batters, who he said should spend more time in match conditions. Vaughan continued speaking Betfair and […]
Steven Finn believes the Australian media’s decision to ‘provoke’ England captain Ben Stokes could backfire on the Ashes. Stokes’ arrival in Perth this week was met with jokes on the front page of the Western Australian newspaper, which dubbed him ‘Cocky Captain Complainer’ and called his team’s methods ‘dopey’. It continues a long-running tradition of […]
Australia have named a 15-man squad for the first Ashes Test in Perth, starting on November 21, with three uncapped players including chief selector George Bailey. Opening batsman Jake Weatherald is in strong contention to make his debut, while Sean Abbott and Brendan Doggett are likely to have the drinks ready in case of any […]
Former England fast bowler Matthew Hoggard MBE believes England’s fearless approach under Ben Stokes could be the key to upsetting Australia when the Ashes return Down Under in 2025-26. The 2005 Ashes winner, exclusive to Champions Speakersshared his initial thoughts on what will shape the next series, pinpointing England’s borderline aggression as both their greatest […]
Against the backdrop of combative strokeplay, the match between the red-hot Joe Root and Nathan Lyon feels quietly different. The Ashes slips away from ribcage testers or sharp-tongued conversations for a fleeting period, burying itself in subtle adjustments, rhythm, longevity and mental resilience. Over the past twelve years, this match has become one of the […]
Shoaib Bashir is ready to go for the Ashes and make up for the pain he felt when his summer ended prematurely, according to England spin bowling coach Jeetan Patel. England’s favorite spinner heads to Perth next week to continue preparations for the first Test on November 21, which will be his first appearance since […]
By Megh Mandaliya There are few rivalries in modern Test cricket with the same emotion and tactical depth as Ben Stokes versus Pat Cummins. It’s not just England’s all-rounder against Australia’s precision-driven captain; it is a battle between fearless aggression and cold-blooded control. In three Ashes series since 2019, the pair have faced each other […]
