Victoria dominate opening weekend of Dean Jones Trophy, thrash Tasmania by 138 at Hobart
Victoria posted 304 then skittled Tasmania for 137 in a commanding One Day Cup win that sets the tone for the state’s bid in the 2026-27 domestic season.
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Victoria posted 304 then skittled Tasmania for 137 in a commanding One Day Cup win that sets the tone for the state’s bid in the 2026-27 domestic season.
A crushing innings defeat by South Africa on October 23, 2026 has intensified scrutiny of Australia’s Test plans, with senior players under fire and selectors facing tough choices before the 2027 home season.
A shock batting collapse left Australia all out for 99 at St George's Park on October 21, 2026, handing South Africa a huge first innings lead and forcing the follow on. The result leaves the tourists on the brink in the second Test and raises urgent questions about Australia’s middle order and technique in seaming conditions.
Scott Boland’s incisive short spell produced two quick wickets as a rain-truncated second Test at St George’s Park left South Africa reeling at 97 for 5. The burst gave Australia control in a match repeatedly interrupted by showers, and deepened questions about how Proteas will handle sustained pace on a grassy surface.
Victoria have been bolstered by the returns of Todd Murphy and Will Sutherland for Friday’s Dean Jones Trophy match against Tasmania, a timely reinforcement that reshapes the state side’s balance and raises questions about availability later in the summer.
Experienced Australians led a comprehensive victory in the first Test against South Africa in Durban on October 14, 2026, with the performance sharpening Australia’s World Test Championship prospects and easing selection questions ahead of the home summer.
On October 13, 2026 Australia entered the final day of the first Test at Kingsmead holding a commanding position. A strong batting display led by Matt Renshaw and incisive fast bowling left South Africa needing 319 to win, while concerns over Steve Smith after a helmet blow were eased when he returned to the field following concussion checks.
Georgia Voll blasted an unbeaten 131 at Allan Border Field as Australia chased down 222 in under 29 overs to secure a nine wicket win and take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three match ODI series.
Matt Renshaw produced a career best, unbeaten 190 on October 10, 2026, rescuing Australia on day two of the first Test at Kingsmead and turning a fragile position into a commanding total against South Africa.
Australia Champions were routed in the opening match of the World Championship of Legends, bowled out for 150 as India Champions posted 196, a result that raises fresh questions about Australia’s preparations for the tournament and the role of veteran stars in exhibition cricket.
Former New South Wales premier Mike Baird has resigned as chair of Cricket Australia after losing state backing over plans to privatise Big Bash League clubs. Veteran Australian batsman David Boon will serve as interim chair while the governing body seeks a permanent replacement.