Big Bash League

Rashid Khan hits out at Australia’s decision to abandon Afghanistan series

Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan has threatened to withdraw from the Big Bash in protest at Australia abandoning their upcoming ODI series against his country

Simon Burnton

12, Jan, 2023 @5:03 PM

Channel Ten offers $1.5bn to Cricket Australia for broadcast rights in 2024/25

Seven or Nine would have to partner with Fox to compete with bid, but they are talking up their ability to promote the game

Geoff Lemon

23, Dec, 2022 @6:52 AM

Spending New Year’s Eve at home? Here’s how to watch the Sydney fireworks – and what else is on TV

From year-end wraps to NYE movies, let the small screen be your party tonight with our Australian television viewing guide

Luke Buckmaster

31, Dec, 2021 @12:12 AM

Yorkshire cricket whistleblowing hotline contacted by 36 people

Yorkshire’s chair, Lord Patel, has thanked those who have used the club’s new whistleblowing hotline, launched in response to Azeem Rafiq’s allegations of institutional racism

Simon Burnton

22, Nov, 2021 @4:42 PM

Big Bash League outlay has paid off but cricket at risk of killing the golden goose | Greg Chappell

T20 can continue to add value in Australia if broadcasters understand its limits, writes Greg Chappell in his new book

Greg Chappell

19, Nov, 2021 @7:00 PM

Sydney Sixers go back-to-back in the Big Bash League

James Vince’s 95 helped Sydney Sixers claim back-to-back Big Bash League titles with a 28-run triumph over Perth Scorchers

Jonathan Howcroft

06, Feb, 2021 @12:32 PM

The Spin | Vince and Hales emerge from darkness into Big Bash spotlight

Those outside England consideration are heading south to develop their cricket, collect some cash and wear bright clothing

Geoff Lemon

02, Feb, 2021 @1:48 PM

BBL 2020-21 knockout final: Brisbane Heat beat Sydney Thunder – as it happened

Heat advance with a dominant final 10 overs with the bat

Megan Maurice

31, Jan, 2021 @11:52 AM

BBL 2020-21 finals qualifier: Sydney Sixers beat Perth Scorchers – as it happened

James Vince hit an unbeaten 98 to steer Sydney Sixers to an easy nine-wicket win over Perth Scorchers and into a home Big Bash final

Scott Heinrich

30, Jan, 2021 @11:44 AM

Jason Gillespie backs Cricket Australia against Morrison's first fleet comments

Australia’s only Indigenous male Test player has added his support to CA’s decision to drop the words ‘Australia Day’ from its promotion of BBL games

Guardian sport

24, Jan, 2021 @2:12 AM

'Can’t compare': Cathy Freeman blasts Scott Morrison's 26 January first fleet comments

Gold medallist and Indigenous rights campaigner rounds on PM’s criticism of Cricket Australia initiative

Mike Hytner

22, Jan, 2021 @4:07 AM

Big Bash League 2020: Melbourne Stars beat Sydney Thunder – as it happened

Adam Zampa dazzled with the ball as Melbourne Stars made it two wins from two matches with a 22-run victory over Sydney Thunder