Australian cricketer Steve Smith added a lighthearted touch to post-match celebrations by referring to teammate Peter Siddle as “chacha” following a victory in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Read More: PSL 11: Qalandars defeat Sultans in rain-hit clash – Daily Times The moment came after Multan Sultans secured a win against Rawalpindi, with Smith and Siddle […]
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Cricket Australia has announced its central contracts for the upcoming season
Cricket Australia has announced its central contracts for the upcoming season, reducing the number of contracted players from 23 to 21. Read More: Stoinis, Agar lose Australia contracts The decision falls within the framework agreed with the Australian Cricketers’ Association, which allows for an initial pool of 20 to 24 players to be awarded central contracts. […]
Australia monitor Marsh’s fitness ahead of T20 clash with Zimbabwe
COLOMBO: Australia will keep a close eye on skipper Mitchell Marsh’s fitness as they prepare to face Zimbabwe in a Group B T20 World Cup match on Friday. Marsh missed Wednesday’s 67-run victory over Ireland due to internal testicular bleeding and is expected to require a significant period of rest before returning to action. Read […]
Sialkot Stallionz sign Steve Smith ahead of PSL 11
SIALKOT, February 3, 2026 — Pakistan Super League’s (PSL) 11 newest franchise, Sialkot Stallionz, on Tuesday confirmed the signing of former Australian captain Steve Smith for the 11th edition of the tournament, scheduled from March 26 to May 3. Read More: Sialkot Stallionz unveiled as newest franchise ahead of PSL 11 The announcement was made via the […]
Babar, Rizwan must rethink modern cricket roles: Rana Naved
Former Pakistan all-rounder Rana Naved-ul-Hasan has urged Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan to rethink their place in modern cricket. He said both players must adapt to the high demands of today’s elite cricket. Rana emphasized that ability alone may no longer guarantee success in international and league cricket. Rana shared lessons from his time in […]
Babar upset as Smith denies last-ball single
Pakistani star Babar Azam expressed frustration during a Big Bash League match when teammate Steve Smith refused a single on the last ball. The incident occurred while Sydney Sixers faced Sydney Thunder, leaving Babar visibly unhappy on the field. Fans quickly shared clips of the disagreement on social media. The situation arose in the 11th […]
Head, Smith praised as Australia clinches 4-1 Ashes series win
SYDNEY: Travis Head’s aggressive batting and stand-in captain Steve Smith tactical decisions were hailed as key factors in Australia 4-1 Ashes series victory over England, with the nation’s media celebrating a dominant home campaign. The fifth Test in Sydney ended in a five-wicket win for Australia, securing their hold on the urn for at least […]
Jacob Bethell stands firm as England trails by just nine in final Ashes Test
SYDNEY: Jacob Bethell played a resilient innings as England reached 174-3, just nine runs behind Australia by tea on day four of the fifth and final Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Wednesday. Harry Brook supported Bethell on 24 as the tourists aimed to erase a 183-run deficit after their first innings 384. […]
Head scored 163 puts Australia seven behind England
SYDNEY: Travis Head scored a commanding 163 and Steve Smith an unbeaten 65 as Australia closed just seven runs behind England’s first innings total of 384 at tea on day three of the fifth Ashes Test. The hosts were 377-6, with Cameron Green on eight not out, at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Read More: Australia’s […]
Smith bats away retirement speculation
Australia captain Steve Smith has dismissed retirement rumors, saying he is taking cricket day-by-day and series-by-series. With Usman Khawaja retiring and Nathan Lyon injured, Smith will be one of the oldest players in the lineup for the fifth Ashes Test. He emphasized that he is still enjoying his cricket and contributing to the team. Smith, […]