England chase 175 for historic MCG Ashes victory
England are 77-2 chasing 175 for a first Test win in Australia for 15 years after a manic second day at the MCG. Follow the thrilling Ashes run-chase live.
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Ashes Pitch Slammed as 'Shocking' After 20 Wickets Fall
England legends Vaughan and Cook lead criticism of the MCG pitch after a chaotic first day of the Boxing Day Ashes Test. Discover why the surface is under fire. Read more.
Boland's Boxing Day batting dream stuns MCG crowd
Victoria pace bowler Scott Boland lived a dream, opening the batting for Australia at a packed MCG in the Ashes. Read about his nerve-wracking over and the crowd's incredible reaction.
MCG's Record Crowd Pays Tribute to Shane Warne
A record Boxing Day Ashes crowd of 94,199 honoured Shane Warne with a cap-tipping tribute at 3:50pm. His children and cricket legends led the emotional moment at the MCG.
Cummins Targets T20 World Cup After Ashes Rest
Australia captain Pat Cummins is rested for final Ashes Tests, targeting a February T20 World Cup comeback. Meanwhile, a record-breaking MCG pitch divides opinion.
Broad criticises MCG pitch after 20-wicket day
Stuart Broad leads criticism of the MCG pitch after 20 wickets tumble on day one of the Boxing Day Ashes Test. Read the full analysis of the dramatic day's play.
England's Ashes nightmare deepens after MCG collapse
A world-record crowd of 94,199 witnessed a chaotic 20-wicket day at the MCG as England capitulated to 110, handing Australia a firm Ashes lead. Read the full match report.
20 Wickets Tumble in Ashes Boxing Day Test Chaos
A record Ashes crowd witnessed 20 wickets fall on a frantic Boxing Day at the MCG. Australia leads after a day of pure carnage on a devilish pitch. Read the full match report.
20 wickets fall on chaotic first day of fourth Ashes Test
A record 20 wickets tumbled on a bowler-dominated first day at the MCG, sparking criticism of the pitch. England trail after a dramatic fightback. Follow the Ashes action here.
England Collapse After Tongue's Five-Wicket Haul in Ashes
England's batting crumbled to 39-4 on a dramatic Boxing Day at the MCG, despite Josh Tongue's brilliant 5-45 for England. Steve Smith showed empathy for England's Noosa trip.
English Fans Take Over MCG's Bay 13, Outraging Locals
England's Barmy Army infiltrated the MCG's legendary Bay 13 during the Boxing Day Ashes Test, causing uproar among Australian supporters. Discover how this takeover unfolded.
Ashes Boxing Day Test Kicks Off at MCG Under Dark Skies
Cricket fans braved the cold for the iconic Boxing Day Ashes Test at the MCG. England made early inroads, but tradition faces future change. Read the full report.
Warne's Legacy Honoured at Boxing Day Ashes Test
The spirit of Shane Warne will be felt powerfully at the MCG's Boxing Day Ashes Test, with tributes from legends and fans, and heart health checks promoting his lasting legacy. Join the remembrance.
Australia Delay Team Selection for Boxing Day Ashes Test
Live coverage of the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG. Australia, leading 3-0, delay final XI. England reshuffle as they aim to salvage pride. Follow all the action.
Behind the Seams of the MCG's Shane Warne Exhibition
An exclusive tour of the Shane Warne exhibition at the MCG reveals the ball of the century and personal artefacts, offering a poignant glimpse into the legend's life and career.
Australia Picks All-Pace Attack for Boxing Day Ashes Test
Australia names a 12-man squad without a specialist spinner for the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG. Stand-in captain Steve Smith cites a seam-friendly pitch as Todd Murphy misses out. Read the full team news and analysis.
Boxing Day Test to Honour Bondi Victims in Australia
The iconic Boxing Day Test at the MCG will be a symbol of resilience and unity for Australia following the Bondi Junction atrocity. Discover how sport is helping a nation heal.
Blackburn's game abandoned due to waterlogged pitch
Blackburn Rovers' Championship clash with Sheffield Wednesday was called off due to a waterlogged pitch at Ewood Park, marking the second such abandonment this season. Read the full roundup.
Pitch Hole Abandons Crucial WBBL Clash in Adelaide
A crucial WBBL match was abandoned after a ball created a hole in the pitch, complicating the finals race. Read the full story and see how it impacts the league standings.
Root's Ashes ton saves Hayden from nude bet
Joe Root's first Test century in Australia rescued England and spared Aussie legend Matthew Hayden an embarrassing nude walk around the MCG. His daughter Grace led the relief.
Khawaja Faces CA Sanction Over Perth Pitch Remarks
Cricket Australia officials will meet with Usman Khawaja after he labelled the Perth Test pitch 'a piece of s**t' despite ICC's 'very good' rating. Read the full story.
Hull beat Stoke 2-1 in fiery Championship clash
Joe Gelhardt's last-minute winner for Hull triggered a mass brawl with Stoke players, with both teams receiving bookings. The victory pushes Hull into play-off contention.
Khawaja brands Perth Test pitch 'a piece of s***'
Australian batsman Usman Khawaja launches astonishing attack on the Perth pitch used for the first Ashes Test, despite it receiving the ICC's highest grading. Read his explosive comments.
Perth Pitch Rated 'Very Good' After England's Ashes Defeat
The ICC has rated the Perth pitch 'very good' despite England's batting collapse in the first Ashes Test. Ben Stokes' squad now heads to Brisbane for crucial training.
Australia win two-day Ashes Test as ICC rates Perth pitch
Travis Head guides Australia to an emphatic eight-wicket victory in the shortest Ashes Test in 137 years. The ICC gives the Perth pitch a 'very good' rating, leaving England to rue a dramatic collapse. Read the full analysis.
Artificial Pitch Causes Footballer's Failed Doping Test
A Valerenga footballer failed a drug test due to artificial turf contamination, prompting anti-doping rule changes. Discover how synthetic pitches affect athletes.
Hayden's Naked Bet on Joe Root's Ashes Century
Aussie cricket legend Matthew Hayden vows to walk naked around the MCG if Joe Root doesn't score a hundred during the 2025 Ashes. Read the explosive pre-series bet.
Villa win overshadowed by pitch protests
Aston Villa secured a 4-0 win against Maccabi Haifa amid dramatic pitch invasions by pro-Palestinian protesters, causing significant match delays at Villa Park.
Prince Andrew's final Pitch payday revealed
Exclusive details emerge about Prince Andrew's substantial final payment from Pitch, as the Duke's financial arrangements come under scrutiny following his departure from royal duties.
Teen cricket star's brush with death at MCG revealed
Rising cricket star Jack Sullivan reveals terrifying near-death experience at Melbourne Cricket Ground after collapsing during training session. The 19-year-old opens up about his harrowing health scare and remarkable recovery.
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