England vs Australia, 2nd Test: Nathan Lyon suffers calf injury in Ashes blow
1 year, 6 months ago

England vs Australia, 2nd Test: Nathan Lyon suffers calf injury in Ashes blow

The Hindu  

Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon suffered an Ashes injury scare when he limped off with a calf problem during the second day of the second Test at Lord’s. RELATED: Warner bats through pain to move closer to Sydney farewell Appearing to wipe away tears, Lyon eventually limped around the boundary edge towards the dressing room while a staff member held on to stop the bowler losing his balance. “Nathan Lyon suffered an injury to his right calf while fielding in the final session today,” a Cricket Australia spokesman said. A further update, if available, will be shared in the morning.” Lyon’s absence from the rest of the second day and potentially much longer is a huge setback for Australia’s bid to retain the Ashes.

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Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland achieve unique feat during half-century last-wicket stand at MCG
1 week, 5 days ago

Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland achieve unique feat during half-century last-wicket stand at MCG

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne, : The Australian bowlers Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland achieved a historic record of surviving 50 balls across both innings during the fourth Test against India at Melbourne, being the second 10th wicket partnership pair to do so. Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland achieve unique feat during half-century last-wicket stand at MCG The Australian lower-order continued to frustrate the Indian …

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Boland-Lyon Stand Frustrates India, Pushes Australia’s Lead Past 330 At Stumps On Day 4
1 week, 6 days ago

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Boland-Lyon Stand Frustrates India, Pushes Australia’s Lead Past 330 At Stumps On Day 4

ABP News  

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: India staged a stellar fightback on Day 4 of the India vs Australia 4th Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy as the visitors had reduced Australia to 91-6 at one point on Day 4 but partnerships between Marnus Labuschagne and Pat Cummins, and then Scott Boland and Nathan Lyon pushed Australia's lead over 330 runs …

Australia set to lose Josh Hazlewood for rest of India series with calf injury
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Australia set to lose Josh Hazlewood for rest of India series with calf injury

The Independent  

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New Zealand unchanged in bid to hit back against England
1 month ago

New Zealand unchanged in bid to hit back against England

Hindustan Times  

New Zealand named an unchanged team Thursday as they look to hit back in the second Test against England, resisting the urge to recall batsman Will Young or field a specialist spinner. Skipper Tom Latham defended New Zealand's decision to again overlook his squad's lone spinner, Mitchell Santner, who was highly effective during the recent 3-0 sweep away in India. …

AUS vs IND, 2nd Test: India is not just about Jasprit Bumrah and Virat Kohli, says Lyon
1 month, 1 week ago

AUS vs IND, 2nd Test: India is not just about Jasprit Bumrah and Virat Kohli, says Lyon

The Hindu  

From being among the ground-staff tending to the pitch at the Adelaide Oval to being a champion spinner excelling on its surface, Nathan Lyon has traversed an incredible journey. Raising the bat, he wryly said: “Well, this is a first for me, raising the bat.” After the laughter subsided, he spoke about the need to promote sport across varied classes …

Nathan Lyon is a more complete bowler than R Ashwin: Former South Africa spinner
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Nathan Lyon is a more complete bowler than R Ashwin: Former South Africa spinner

India Today  

Former South Africa spinner Paul Adams said that Nathan Lyon has a more complete game than Ravi Ashwin. "I still think Nathan Lyon has a more complete game in terms of competing in the subcontinent and in Australia or South Africa, those types of conditions, than Ashwin," Adams said in a virtual interaction arranged by SA20. Shami will be a …

One of Australia's biggest cricket stars gets nightmare health news that could see him miss the WHOLE summer
3 months ago

One of Australia's biggest cricket stars gets nightmare health news that could see him miss the WHOLE summer

Daily Mail  

Nathan Lyon is prepared to take on extra bowling during the Test summer as allrounder Cameron Green faces the likely prospect of missing the entire India series due to back surgery. Green's absence from at least part of the summer leaves a workload dilemma for a five-match series against India that shapes as Australia's sternest home test since Pat Cummins …

Australia and Wales make injury-enforced changes for the 2nd rugby test
6 months ago

Australia and Wales make injury-enforced changes for the 2nd rugby test

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Joe Schmidt couldn’t gamble on Liam Wright’s fitness for Saturday’s second test after the rookie skipper was injured in Australia’s series-opening win over Wales. Hathaway’s elbow injury didn’t recover in time for the test, although Liam Williams and prop Gareth Thomas overcame injuries to take their starting places as Wales pushes to end an eight-test losing streak. …

Nathan Lyon interview | On batting on one leg, ‘The Test’ and IPL 2024
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Nathan Lyon interview | On batting on one leg, ‘The Test’ and IPL 2024

The Hindu  

Nathan Lyon hobbles and limps gingerly as he walks out to bat to a cheering audience at the Lord’s Cricket Ground. When I had a calf injury, I felt like I had let down my teammates and I just wanted to make sure that I help them out by playing a role,” says Nathan, over a virtual conversation, about a …

Cricket star Nathan Lyon makes a very raw confession about his marriage and sends a heartfelt message to wife Emma
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Cricket star Nathan Lyon makes a very raw confession about his marriage and sends a heartfelt message to wife Emma

Daily Mail  

Record-breaking Australian spinner Nathan Lyon has opened up on his post-Ashes struggles and admitted he wasn't the best husband to his wife Emma in the aftermath of the hotly contested series. However, Lyon's calf gave way in that second Test at Lords, creating absolute scenes as he hobbled out to bat on one leg to a standing ovation, helping steer …

Inside the Lord's debacle: Amazon Prime release trailer for The Test as Nathan Lyon is reduced to TEARS during controversial Ashes match
8 months ago

Inside the Lord's debacle: Amazon Prime release trailer for The Test as Nathan Lyon is reduced to TEARS during controversial Ashes match

Daily Mail  

Never-before-seen footage of Pat Cummins's incredible year with the Australia Test team is set to air latest this month after Amazon Prime released its trailer for the third season of The Test. Never-before-seen footage from the controversial Lord's Test will be released on May 24 Amazon Prime cameras have gone behind the scenes during the Ashes series Nathan Lyon was …

New Zealand vs Australia, 1st Test, Day 4: Highlights from Wellington
10 months, 1 week ago

New Zealand vs Australia, 1st Test, Day 4: Highlights from Wellington

India Today  

11:11 IST: SESSION SUMMARY - 96 runs, 35 overs and 2 wickets. The game ebbed and flowed throughout the day and the Test is nicely poised with still two days remaining. Earlier, Australia had a productive start to the day, losing two wickets but maintaining a strong scoring rate in the first session. After the departure of Lyon and Khawaja, …

Green, Lyon put Australia in command of Wellington Test against New Zealand
10 months, 1 week ago

Green, Lyon put Australia in command of Wellington Test against New Zealand

New Indian Express  

WELLINGTON: The almost comical run out of Kane Williamson for a second-ball duck was one of many setbacks suffered by New Zealand on the second day of the first test Friday as it fell 217 runs behind Australia. That was until the very end of the day when Australia batted for a second time after passing up the chance to …

AUS vs WI second Test | Shamar Joseph bowls West Indies to stunning win over Australia in day/night Test
11 months, 2 weeks ago

AUS vs WI second Test | Shamar Joseph bowls West Indies to stunning win over Australia in day/night Test

The Hindu  

Injured pace bowler Shamar Joseph produced a stunning spell of fast bowling to lead his side to one of the greatest upsets in Test history to stun Australia by eight runs in Brisbane on January 28. The West Indies, who brought an understrength side to Australia for the Test series, gave debuts to four players, including Joseph, in the two …

AUS vs WI, 2nd Test Day 3: Australia pulls ahead after Hazlewood, Lyon restrict Windies
11 months, 2 weeks ago

AUS vs WI, 2nd Test Day 3: Australia pulls ahead after Hazlewood, Lyon restrict Windies

The Hindu  

Australia wrestled control of the second test on Saturday and finds itself 156 runs away from a series clean-sweep after bowling West Indies out for 193 on day three in Brisbane. Day three’s first dismissal came by way of Green, who had touring captain Kraigg Brathwaite caught driving a full delivery after compiling a laboured 16. McKenzie looked particularly comfortable …

500 Test wickets is huge: Australia skipper Cummins lauds Lyon on reaching major career milestone
1 year ago

500 Test wickets is huge: Australia skipper Cummins lauds Lyon on reaching major career milestone

Hindustan Times  

Perth, December 17 : After his bowlers ran riot, taking the hosts to a thumping 360-run win over Pakistan in the opening Test, Australian skipper Pat Cummins on Sunday lauded openers David Warner and Usman Khawaja, all-rounder Mitchell Marsh and spinner Nathan Lyon for their dazzling performances. Building on the momentum, star all-rounder Mitchell Marsh along with valuable knocks from …

Nathan Lyon takes 500th Test wicket in Australia win over Pakistan as he becomes the eighth man and third Australian to do so: 'I still pinch myself'
1 year ago

Nathan Lyon takes 500th Test wicket in Australia win over Pakistan as he becomes the eighth man and third Australian to do so: 'I still pinch myself'

Daily Mail  

Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath are the two Australian players ahead of him He trapped Faheem Ashraf leg before wicket following a review on day four The achievement was delayed when he was ruled out of majority of the Ashes Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon has become the eighth man to take 500 Test wickets after reaching the major milestone against …

Ashwin's 'GOAT' reaction after Nathan Lyon joins illustrious 500-wicket club in Australia's Perth win vs Pakistan
1 year ago

Ashwin's 'GOAT' reaction after Nathan Lyon joins illustrious 500-wicket club in Australia's Perth win vs Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

Heading into the Perth Test of the Pakistan series opener, Nathan Lyon, who was then on 496 wickets, acknowledged the impact of India great Ravichandran Ashwin on his career, as the Aussie off-spinner hailed him as "one of my biggest coaches." Four days later, after Lyon joined the illustrious 500-wicket club, Ashwin reserved a 'GOAT' reaction for his Aussie counterpart. …

Nathan Lyon achieves 500-wicket landmark as Australia thrash Pakistan by 360 runs in 1st Test inside 4 days
1 year ago

Nathan Lyon achieves 500-wicket landmark as Australia thrash Pakistan by 360 runs in 1st Test inside 4 days

Hindustan Times  

Australia skittled Pakistan on a treacherous Perth pitch to record a thumping 360-run victory in the first test inside four days with Nathan Lyon achieving the elusive landmark of 500 test wickets on Sunday. Australia's Nathan Lyon celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of Pakistan's Imam-ul-Haq Pakistan was blown away for 89 all out in the final session on …

Australia crushes Pakistan by 360 runs in 1st test inside 4 days, Lyon achieves 500-wicket landmark
1 year ago

Australia crushes Pakistan by 360 runs in 1st test inside 4 days, Lyon achieves 500-wicket landmark

Associated Press  

PERTH, Australia — Australia skittled Pakistan on a treacherous Perth pitch to record a thumping 360-run victory in the first test inside four days with Nathan Lyon achieving the elusive landmark of 500 test wickets on Sunday. Debutant fast bowler Khurram Shahzad, who took both the Australian wickets to fall on Saturday, continued his fine start to test cricket by …

Warne, McGrath, Lyon: 'Gazza' joins illustrious list after reaching 500 Test wickets
1 year ago

Warne, McGrath, Lyon: 'Gazza' joins illustrious list after reaching 500 Test wickets

ABC  

Nathan Lyon has become just the third Australian and eighth player in the history of cricket to take 500 Test wickets after dismissing Faheem Ashraf in the first Test against Pakistan. Key points: Nathan Lyon dismissed Faheem Ashraf to take his 500th Test wicket The 36-year-old joins Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath as the only Australians to pass the milestone …

AUS vs PAK 1st Test: Australia crush Pakistan in series opener in Nathan Lyon's historic outing
1 year ago

AUS vs PAK 1st Test: Australia crush Pakistan in series opener in Nathan Lyon's historic outing

India TV News  

AUS vs PAK 1st Test: Australia's massive 360-run win over Pakistan was decorated with a beautiful cherry with spin wizard Nathan Lyon's 500th Test wicket. The Aussie great achieved the milestone and became only the third from his country to get to 500 Test wickets as Australia crushed Pakistan in a one-way traffic in the first Test at Perth Stadium …

Ashwin invites Lyon to Chennai in heartwarming exchange after Australia spinner calls him ‘one of my biggest coaches’
1 year ago

Ashwin invites Lyon to Chennai in heartwarming exchange after Australia spinner calls him ‘one of my biggest coaches’

Hindustan Times  

Australia's spinner Nathan Lyon, on the brink of joining the prestigious 500-wicket club, expressed his gratitude for the impact of India great Ravichandran Ashwin on his career, acknowledging him as "one of my biggest coaches." R Ashwin and Nathan Lyon during the 2018-19 Test series Highlighting the valuable learning opportunities presented by playing against skilled opponents, Lyon emphasized Ashwin's unintentional …

England vs Australia 5th Ashes Test Marnus Labuschagne, Usman Khawaja Confront Fan For Shouting 'Boring' At Australia Team
1 year, 5 months ago

England vs Australia 5th Ashes Test Marnus Labuschagne, Usman Khawaja Confront Fan For Shouting 'Boring' At Australia Team

ABP News  

A video has gone viral on social media in which Australian stars Marnus Labuschagne and Usman Khawaja can be seen briefly confronting a spectator for shouting at Aussie players while they were walking back towards the dressing room. Australia were bowled out for 295 on Day 2 of ENG vs AUS 5th Ashes 2023 Test, securing a 12-run lead in …

Ollie Robinson gives definitive injury update ahead of crucial fourth Ashes Test
1 year, 5 months ago

Ollie Robinson gives definitive injury update ahead of crucial fourth Ashes Test

The Independent  

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ENG vs AUS, Ashes 2023 3rd Test preview: Bairstow controversy casts shadow over Leeds face-off
1 year, 6 months ago

ENG vs AUS, Ashes 2023 3rd Test preview: Bairstow controversy casts shadow over Leeds face-off

The Hindu  

Australia can expect to face a fired-up England and a furious crowd in the third Ashes Test at Headingley starting Thursday as the row over Jonny Bairstow’s divisive dismissal at Lord’s rumbles on. But former England captain Mike Atherton said rather than world Test champion Australia abusing the ‘Spirit of Cricket’, Bairstow had been guilty of “dozy cricket”. Stokes insisted …

Ashes 2023: Nathan Lyon ruled out with calf injury; Todd Murphy comes into Australia XI
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: Nathan Lyon ruled out with calf injury; Todd Murphy comes into Australia XI

Firstpost  

Australian spinner Nathan Lyon has been ruled out for the remaining three Ashes Tests after he injured his calf on Day 2 of the second Test, which his side won by 43 runs on Sunday. This Test also happened to be his 100th on the trot, a rare feat accomplished by only five players before him: Alastair Cook, Allan Border, …

Ashes 2023: Lyon ruled out due to calf injury, no replacement named in Australia squad
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: Lyon ruled out due to calf injury, no replacement named in Australia squad

The Hindu  

Australian spin spearhead Nathan Lyon was on Monday ruled out of the remainder of the Ashes series due to an injury in his right calf. READ: Cummins, Stokes play down Bairstow-Carey stumping controversy after Lord’s Test The 22-year-old Murphy, who has only played 12 first-class games, had impressed in his maiden Test tour in India earlier this year. The third …

Ashes 2023: Cummins told me not to bat with injured calf but I had to support my teammates - Lyon
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: Cummins told me not to bat with injured calf but I had to support my teammates - Lyon

The Hindu  

Australian cricketer Nathan Lyon was told by his skipper Pat Cummins not to bat with a significant calf strain in the ongoing second Test against England but the veteran spinner ended up doing that to “support” his teammates. RELATED | Ashes 2nd Test: Injured Lyon inspires Australia by batting at Lord’s At stumps on Day 4, England were 114 for …

Ashes 2023: No regrets for limping Nathan Lyon after defiant innings
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: No regrets for limping Nathan Lyon after defiant innings

Firstpost  

Injured Australia star Nathan Lyon insisted he had no regrets about risking further damage to his torn calf during his extraordinary innings at Lord’s on Saturday. I love this team.” Of his unusual experience of waiting to bat surrounded by spectators in the Long Room, of the Pavilion, Lyon added: “I had to go and wait in the Long Room …

Day five of second Ashes Test – England praying for another Stokes miracle
1 year, 6 months ago

Day five of second Ashes Test – England praying for another Stokes miracle

The Independent  

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Ashes 2nd Test: Injured Lyon inspires Australia by batting at Lord’s
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2nd Test: Injured Lyon inspires Australia by batting at Lord’s

The Hindu  

Nathan Lyon has been on crutches since Thursday. And I said, ‘Yes, but I may have to do you and go to 40.’ He said, ‘If you keep loving the game and keep trying to get better there is no reason why you can’t,’ so that was a nice little moment with Jimmy.” When the time came to bat, the …

Ashes 2023: Nathan Lyon slams Kevin Pietersen on 'disgraceful' concussion substitute theory during Lord's Test
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: Nathan Lyon slams Kevin Pietersen on 'disgraceful' concussion substitute theory during Lord's Test

India TV News  

Former England batter Kevin Pietersen has found himself on the receiving end for being too blunt and honest without any fielders during the second Ashes Test at Lord's this week. After an angry rant on Day 1 of the Test match, Pietersen called for more fuming reactions on himself by suggesting that injured Australian spinner Nathan Lyon came to bat …

ENG vs AUS, 2nd Test: Australia rips out top order in England chase of 371 after injured Lyon bats at Lord’s
1 year, 6 months ago

ENG vs AUS, 2nd Test: Australia rips out top order in England chase of 371 after injured Lyon bats at Lord’s

The Hindu  

A masterclass of pace bowling put Australia on course to go 2-0 up in the Ashes after an England team chasing 371 runs to win was reduced to 114-4 in the second test at Lord’s on Saturday. Australia thought it had a fifth wicket 13 minutes before stumps when Mitchell Starc caught Ben Duckett’s ramp on the fine leg boundary. …

Injured Lyon inspires Australia by batting in 2nd Ashes test at Lord’s
1 year, 6 months ago

Injured Lyon inspires Australia by batting in 2nd Ashes test at Lord’s

Associated Press  

LONDON — Nathan Lyon has been on crutches since Thursday. And I said, ‘Yes, but I may have to do a you and go to 40.’ He said, ‘If you keep loving the game and keep trying to get better there is no reason why you can’t,’ so that was a nice little moment with Jimmy.” When the time came …

Ashes 2023: Nathan Lyon suffers 'significant calf strain', ruled out of remainder Lord's Test
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: Nathan Lyon suffers 'significant calf strain', ruled out of remainder Lord's Test

Firstpost  

In a worrying development for Australia on Friday, veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon arrived in crutches at the Lord’s Cricket Ground for the third day of the second Test against England. Lyon, who collected eight wickets in the first Test at Edgbaston and also forged a match-winning stand with skipper Pat Cummins, injured his calf while fielding on Day 2 at …

Injured Lyon out of second Ashes Test at Lord’s further participation in doubt
1 year, 6 months ago

Injured Lyon out of second Ashes Test at Lord’s further participation in doubt

The Hindu  

Australia spinner Nathan Lyon will miss the rest of the second Ashes Test against England at Lord’s after straining his right calf. “A decision regarding his availability for the remainder of the series will be made at the conclusion of the game.” Lyon arrived at Lord’s on crutches on Friday, and on the field he received a consoling pat from …

Lyon out for rest of 2nd Ashes test with ‘significant’ calf strain
1 year, 6 months ago

Lyon out for rest of 2nd Ashes test with ‘significant’ calf strain

Associated Press  

LONDON — Australia spinner Nathan Lyon will miss the rest of the second Ashes test against England at Lord’s after straining his right calf. “A decision regarding his availability for the remainder of the series will be made at the conclusion of the game.” Lyon arrived at Lord’s on crutches on Friday, and on the field he received a consoling …

Ashes 2023: Australia's Nathan Lyon suffers calf injury in big blow
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: Australia's Nathan Lyon suffers calf injury in big blow

Firstpost  

Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon suffered an Ashes injury scare when he limped off with a calf problem during the second day of the second Test at Lord’s. “Nathan Lyon suffered an injury to his right calf while fielding in the final session today,” a Cricket Australia spokesman said. A further update, if available, will be shared in the morning.” Lyon’s …

Ashes 2023: Who will replace Nathan Lyon if he is ruled out of entire series?
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: Who will replace Nathan Lyon if he is ruled out of entire series?

India TV News  

The second Test match between England and Australia is interestingly poised at the moment with the hosts responding strongly to Australia's 416 runs in the first innings. While the visitors did pull things back in the final session thanks to the bouncer barrage, Australia are sweating on Nathan Lyon's injury who pulled his calf while attempting a catch. Lyon This …

ENG vs AUS, 2nd Test: Duckett leads England fightback against Australia
1 year, 6 months ago

ENG vs AUS, 2nd Test: Duckett leads England fightback against Australia

The Hindu  

Opener Ben Duckett hit 98 as England raced to 278-4 in another high-octane “Bazball” batting display to continue its Ashes fightback on day two of the second Lord’s test on Thursday after bowling Australia out for 416 on a memorable day’s action. England, so flat on Wednesday, began the day much more purposefully as Australia resumed on 339-5 with Steve …

Ashes 2023: Nathan Lyon exceptional in the last two years, says Travis Head as spinner eyes 500 Test wickets
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: Nathan Lyon exceptional in the last two years, says Travis Head as spinner eyes 500 Test wickets

India Today  

Travis Head heaped praise on Nathan Lyon for flourishing in the last two years for Australia. Lyon is within touching distance of becoming only the third Australian bowler after Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath to pick up 500 wickets or more in Test cricket. With 495 wickets under his belt, Lyon will have a chance to reach the landmark in …

Ashes 2nd Test: Joe Root's twin strike helps Engand save face after Australia batters dominate Day 1 at Lord's
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2nd Test: Joe Root's twin strike helps Engand save face after Australia batters dominate Day 1 at Lord's

India Today  

Australia gave England a dose of their own medicine as the visitors scored in excess of 4 runs per over, racing to 339 for 5 at Stumps on Day 1 of the 2nd Ashes Test at Lord's on Wednesday, June 28. It was Australia that dominated the opening day's play as they set themselves a fine platform to dominate the …

This is not Ashes, it's shambolic: Kevin Pietersen tears into England after Australia dominate Lord's Test on Day 1
1 year, 6 months ago

This is not Ashes, it's shambolic: Kevin Pietersen tears into England after Australia dominate Lord's Test on Day 1

India Today  

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen tore into Ben Stokes's side for not showing enough intent to trouble the Australian side on Day 1 of the 2nd Ashes Test at Lord's in London. Kevin Pietersen, speaking to Sky Sports, was disappointed with the bowling effort, lambasting the pace at which their three senior bowlers in James Anderson, Stuart Broad and Ollie …

The Ashes 2023: Tim Paine hails Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon for first Test win against England
1 year, 6 months ago

The Ashes 2023: Tim Paine hails Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon for first Test win against England

The Hindu  

It would be advantage Australia during the Ashes as the Pat Cummins-led side can play at “different tempos”, while England only knows how to play “really hard”, feels former Australia Test skipper Time Paine. Paine, a wicketkeeper-batter, had stepped down as Australia captain days before the last Ashes series at home due to a ‘sexting’ scandal and was replaced by …

First Ashes Test: Australia riding high after thrilling win in series opener
1 year, 6 months ago

First Ashes Test: Australia riding high after thrilling win in series opener

The Independent  

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Pat Cummins' Australia pull off sensational win over England in first Ashes Test at Edgbaston
1 year, 6 months ago

Pat Cummins' Australia pull off sensational win over England in first Ashes Test at Edgbaston

Hindustan Times  

It was high quality. And in the end, with a mere 4.3 overs left in the match, it was Australia, powered by a Herculean Usman Khawaja effort and heroic knocks by Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, who completed a famous two-wicket victory in the first Test of the five-match series at Edgbaston in Birmingham. Australia's Pat Cummins celebrates with Australia's …

Who were the highest wicket takers in Ashes 2021-22?
1 year, 6 months ago

Who were the highest wicket takers in Ashes 2021-22?

The Hindu  

The Ashes 2021-22 saw the touring England side, led by Joe Root, lose the five-match Test series 4-0 to Pat Cummins-led hosts Australia. Let’s look at who were highest wicket takers in the Ashes 2021-22: 5) Nathan Lyon: The right-arm off-spinner from Australia played five matches and bowled in seven innings in which he picked up 16 wickets at an …

Australia’s Lyon primed to rattle England and join exclusive club
1 year, 6 months ago

Australia’s Lyon primed to rattle England and join exclusive club

The Hindu  

Australian spinner Nathan Lyon heads into another Ashes campaign on the cusp of joining an elite group of players with 500 Test wickets -- and warning he can still get better. “There’s no end in sight for me,” Lyon, whose longevity is partly due to having not played international white-ball cricket since 2019, told reporters ahead of his departure from …

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