MCG Braces for £12.4m Loss After Pitch Debacle
The Melbourne Cricket Club faces major financial losses after a poor pitch caused a two-day Test. Discover the fallout and ICC sanctions. Read the full report.
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MCG faces £12.4m loss over Boxing Day Test pitch
The Melbourne Cricket Club braces for major financial losses after the ICC penalised the MCG for its 'unsatisfactory' pitch, leading to a two-day Test. Discover the fallout for broadcasters and Cricket Australia.
Atkinson out of Ashes finale with hamstring injury
England fast bowler Gus Atkinson is ruled out of the final Ashes Test in Sydney with a hamstring injury, leaving the tourists' pace attack severely depleted. Read the full story and match preview.
Bethell's 40* at MCG saves England from Ashes whitewash
Jacob Bethell's crucial 40* at the MCG helped England avoid an Ashes whitewash. The young batter credits IPL crowds for calming his nerves. Read his journey and England's selection dilemma.
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ICC Slams MCG Pitch After Two-Day Ashes Test
The ICC has given the MCG pitch an 'unsatisfactory' rating after England's two-day Ashes win. The ruling comes with a demerit point and a huge financial loss for Cricket Australia.
England's Gus Atkinson ruled out of final Ashes Test
England's fast bowling stocks are depleted as Gus Atkinson joins Mark Wood and Jofra Archer on the sidelines for the final Ashes Test in Sydney. Can a reshuffled attack salvage pride?
ICC gives MCG demerit point over 'unsatisfactory' Test pitch
The Melbourne Cricket Ground has been sanctioned after a heavily bowler-friendly pitch saw England win the Ashes Test inside two days. Read the full verdict and fallout here.
England lose third bowler to injury for final Ashes Test
Gus Atkinson joins Mark Wood and Jofra Archer on the sidelines, leaving England's bowling attack depleted for the final Ashes Test in Sydney. Discover the team's options.
Emma Lyon ditches designer for high street at Ashes
Emma Lyon, wife of Aussie cricketer Nathan Lyon, stunned fans by cheering at the Boxing Day Test in affordable jeans and a tee, a stark contrast to her usual high-end fashion. Discover her style switch and family update.
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Lehmann Calls for Test Cricket Toss to Be Scrapped
Former Australian coach Darren Lehmann demands the coin toss be abolished in Test cricket to end lopsided contests, a view backed by Shane Warne and Steve Waugh. Read the full debate.
England's Dramatic Ashes Fightback in Melbourne Test
England staged a stunning comeback to win the 4th Ashes Test in Melbourne. Get the full story on Ben Stokes's heroics and the series-levelling victory.
McDonald: 'The Ashes were done at 3-0'
Australia head coach Andrew McDonald says the Ashes contest is over, shifting focus to World Test Championship points for the final Sydney Test. Read the full story.
Morgan defends MCG curator as CA faces pitch criticism
Piers Morgan has blasted Cricket Australia for making the MCG curator a 'sacrificial lamb' after a farcical two-day Ashes Test. The pitch debacle could cost millions and lead to major changes.
Khawaja Out of Fifth Ashes Test with Calf Injury
Australia's Usman Khawaja will miss the final Ashes Test at The Oval due to a calf strain, with Marcus Harris set to replace him. Get the latest team news and injury updates.
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Gus Atkinson ruled out of final Ashes Test in Sydney
England's Gus Atkinson is out of the final Ashes Test with a hamstring injury, joining Mark Wood and Jofra Archer on the sidelines. Discover the impact on England's bowling attack.
Matthew Potts set for Ashes debut after Atkinson injury
England fast bowler Gus Atkinson is out of the final Ashes Test with a hamstring injury, paving the way for Matthew Potts to make his series debut at the SCG. Read the full team update.
Potts Poised for Ashes Debut in Sydney After Atkinson Injury
Fast bowler Matthew Potts is in line to play his first Ashes Test for England in Sydney after Gus Atkinson was ruled out with a hamstring injury. Get the latest team news and pitch update.
Steve Smith blames LED screen for England's Ashes Test win
Stand-in Australia captain Steve Smith claims a six into an MCG LED screen softened the ball's seam, aiding England's chase. Read the full analysis of the controversial fourth Test.
Tongue and Carse Lead England to Melbourne Ashes Win
Josh Tongue and Brydon Carse were instrumental in England's four-wicket victory at the MCG, sparking debate about the future of the bowling attack. Discover the analysis.
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Head: 'No Chance' of Exhibition Match After Two-Day Test
Travis Head dismisses idea of an exhibition match after the Boxing Day Test ended in two days, leaving fans shortchanged and Cricket Australia facing huge losses. Read the full story.
MCG pitch not to blame for early Ashes finish, say experts
Experts argue the MCG pitch is an easy target, but poor batting and sloppy cricket are the real culprits behind the short third Ashes Test. Read the full analysis.
Former England cricketer Hugh Morris dies aged 62
Hugh Morris, former England batter and ECB managing director, has died at 62 after a battle with bowel cancer. The Glamorgan legend leaves a profound legacy in cricket.
Duckett's beer gesture to MCG fans after Noosa video fallout
England's Ben Duckett responded to taunts from the Melbourne crowd with a thumbs-up and a mock pint gesture after a week of scrutiny over a viral social media video. Discover how the team rallied for a crucial Test victory.
Melbourne Mayor loses bet, must hang England cricket photo
Melbourne's Lord Mayor faces an embarrassing forfeit after losing a cricket bet to London's Sadiq Khan. He must now display the England team's photo following their Boxing Day Test victory. Read the full story of the friendly wager gone wrong.
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Hugh Morris, ex-England & Glamorgan batsman, dies aged 62
Former England cricketer and Glamorgan legend Hugh Morris MBE has passed away at 62 following a battle with bowel cancer. Read about his prolific career and legacy.
Root defends McCullum and Key after Ashes loss
Joe Root has dismissed suggestions of an England management overhaul as 'silly' following the Ashes defeat, reaffirming the team's commitment to coach Brendon McCullum and director Rob Key. Read his full defence here.
Ashes 2025-26: Day Four Builds at the MCG
Follow all the live action and over-by-over updates from the crucial fourth Ashes Test between Australia and England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Root: England 'Absolutely Committed' to Key & McCullum
Joe Root calls for continuity after England's Ashes loss, praising the management despite a 3-1 series defeat. Read his full defence and the MCG pitch controversy.
Warne's Kids Honour Father in Heartwarming Boxing Day Tribute
Brooke and Jackson Warne paid a moving tribute to their late father, Shane Warne, at the MCG, wearing his iconic cricket shirts and promoting vital heart health checks. Read their touching story.
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England Win Madcap Melbourne Test to Bounce Back in Ashes
England clinched a thrilling first Test win in Australia for nearly 15 years, chasing 175 at the MCG in a breathless two-day match. Listen to the Ashes Weekly podcast analysis.
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