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The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced a three-match ODI series against Australia beginning on May 30 in Rawalpindi. Australia will later tour Bangladesh for three ODIs and three T20Is as part of their June white-ball schedule.

India and Australia now hold the top spots in ICC team ranking in both men and women.

Australia has granted asylum to five members of Iran’s women’s football team who sought refuge during a tournament in the country after the Iran war began. The decision came amid international attention and calls for protection of the athletes

Gujarat Titans have appointed former Australia opener Matthew Hayden as their batting coach ahead of the IPL 2026 season. The World Cup-winning batter is expected to strengthen the franchise’s support staff and help shape the team’s batting approach.

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Event Technical Committee has approved Steve Smith as a replacement for injured fast bowler Josh Hazlewood in Australia’s squad after the pacer was ruled out due to a calf injury.

The accused Bondi Beach terror attack suspect appeared in a Sydney court via videolink, facing 59 charges including 15 counts of murder. Intelligence officials said the perpetrators concealed their plans before the December 2025 mass shooting.

Zimbabwe pulled off a stunning 23-run victory over Australia in the T20 World Cup 2026, powered by a brilliant bowling display from Blessing Muzarabani and Brad Evans. Sachin Tendulkar and Ravichandran Ashwin lauded the team’s character and fielding efforts.

India have named a 15-member squad for the one-off Women’s Test against Australia in Perth, to be played from March 6 to 9, 2026. Harmanpreet Kaur will captain the side, with Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain.

Australia said social media platforms have removed or restricted 4.7 million child accounts since banning under-16s in December, marking early success of the landmark law. Officials said enforcement is working, encouraging other countries to consider similar child safety measures

The BRS NRI unit in Australia has invited party working president K.T. Rama Rao to its silver jubilee celebrations in Melbourne. Rama Rao responded positively and is expected to visit Australia, strengthening the party’s engagement with the Telugu diaspora.

Australia’s Ashes triumph delivered record-breaking attendances, broadcast viewership and digital engagement nationwide. More than 8.59 lakh fans attended the Tests, while television and online platforms recorded their highest-ever figures during the iconic series.

Australia sealed a 4-1 Ashes series win with a five-wicket victory over England in the SCG Test. Usman Khawaja’s farewell ended in triumph, while Mitchell Starc starred with the ball and Carey-Green guided the hosts home in Sydney

Defending champions Australia will lead Group A of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026, alongside Sri Lanka, Ireland and Japan. The group features a blend of established contenders and emerging teams seeking a maiden title.

Travis Head’s unbeaten 91 guided Australia to 166/2 at stumps on Day 2 of the Ashes Test in Sydney, replying to England’s 384 built on Joe Root’s 160. Australia trail by 218 runs with Head and Neser unbeaten

Australia named an unchanged squad for the final Ashes Test at the SCG starting January 4. Usman Khawaja is set to play amid retirement rumours, while Beau Webster could replace Cameron Green as Australia aim to finish the series strongly

Australia named an unchanged squad for the final Ashes Test at the SCG starting January 4. Usman Khawaja is set to play amid retirement rumours, while Beau Webster could replace Cameron Green as Australia look to finish the series strongly

The ICC Match Referee has rated the Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch used for the fourth NRMA Insurance Ashes Test as unsatisfactory. England won the match in two days, while Australia continues to lead the series 3-1.

A record Boxing Day Ashes Test at the MCG saw 20 wickets fall on Day 1. Australia collapsed for 152 but still led England by 42 runs. Josh Tongue took 5/45, while Michael Neser claimed 4/45

Australia named a pace-heavy squad for the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG, leaving out spinner Todd Murphy after Nathan Lyon’s injury. England, already trailing 3-0, suffered a major blow with Jofra Archer ruled out for the series

From December 27, Australian search engines must blur pornographic and violent images for under-18 users, implement age verification measures, and downrank harmful content. The rules aim to protect children, applying to both logged-in accounts and AI-generated search results