McCullum issues ultimatum to ECB after Ashes defeat
Brendon McCullum insists he must retain full control to shape England's Test future, defending his methods as an ECB review looms following a 4-1 Ashes series loss. Read the full story.
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Australia's 4-1 Ashes Win Marred by Poor Quality
Australia sealed a 4-1 Ashes series win in Sydney, but the victory was undermined by a disappointing lack of quality from both teams. Read our analysis of a hollow triumph.
Bazball declared dead after England's Ashes humiliation
England's crushing Ashes defeat in Sydney signals the end of the Bazball experiment. Ben Stokes admits they must 'go back to the drawing board' as scrutiny falls on Rob Key and Brendon McCullum.
Pietersen: Only Five England Players Good Enough After Ashes
Kevin Pietersen delivers a brutal assessment of England's Ashes defeat, claiming only five players are up to standard. Read his full critique and the fallout from the 4-1 series loss.
Stokes: England must 'go back to drawing board' after Ashes
England captain Ben Stokes admits his team must rethink their approach after a 4-1 Ashes series loss to Australia. Read his candid assessment and what's next for the Test side.
BlueScope rejects $13.2bn takeover bid as 'too low'
BlueScope Steel rejects a $13.2bn takeover bid, Pro-Palestine groups plan Melbourne rally against Israeli president's visit, and NSW police warn of elderly driver scams. Follow live updates.
Ben Stokes injured, out of final day of Ashes Test
England captain Ben Stokes suffers a groin injury, forcing him from the field on day four of the fifth Ashes Test. Jacob Bethell's century offers hope. Full story and analysis.
Maduro in US court, Australia bushfire warning
Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro denies narco-terrorism charges in New York. Meanwhile, Australian suburbs are warned of severe bushfire risks this summer. Get the latest global news.
Ben Stokes avoids reprimand for Ashes spat with Labuschagne
England captain Ben Stokes is unlikely to face ICC action after a heated on-field exchange with Australia's Marnus Labuschagne on day two of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.
Weekly Tarot Horoscope: January 5-11, 2026
Discover what the tarot cards reveal for your star sign this week. From cosy retreats to relationship resolutions, find your guidance for January 5 to 11, 2026.
Stokes on SCG Pitch & Fifth Ashes Test Team Selection
England captain Ben Stokes prepares for the final Ashes Test in Sydney, discussing pitch conditions, team selection, and Australia's bowling dominance. Can England end the series with a win?
Cancer Full Moon 2026: Tarot horoscope for emotional release
The first Full Moon of 2026 rises in Cancer on January 3, offering a powerful emotional reset. Discover the tarot card and core feeling each zodiac sign must release to start the year fresh. Read your personalised horoscope now.
Crawley's 'Eternal 31' Average Defines Ashes Tour
Zak Crawley enters the final Ashes Test as England's top scorer, but his unshakeable average of 31 epitomises the team's batting woes. Can he find a big score in Sydney?
Stokes wants McCullum to stay as England coach
Ben Stokes has publicly endorsed Brendon McCullum to remain as England head coach following the Ashes loss, stating they are the right duo to push the team to greater heights. Read the full story.
Bayliss: Australia's Youth System Builds Ashes Edge
England's World Cup-winning coach Trevor Bayliss analyses the Ashes, pinpoints Australia's mental robustness, and discusses the future for both teams. Read his exclusive insights.
McCullum Must Face Scrutiny Over Ashes Tour Failings
Brendon McCullum's lack of preparation for the Ashes tour, including no pink-ball practice, must have consequences even if England salvage two Test wins. Analysis of a coaching failure.
England's Sydney Ashes Plan: Five Tactics for Victory
As the Ashes series concludes in Sydney, we analyse the five crucial strategies Ben Stokes's England must execute to secure a second consecutive Test win. From bold captaincy to batting resilience.
Emmerdale fraud plot exposed as Jai threatens police
Kerry Wyatt and Eric Pollard's sham marriage for money is discovered by Jai Sharma, who threatens to go to the police. Will Eric's dark past silence him? Spoilers from the early ITVX release.
ICC Slams MCG Pitch After Two-Day Ashes Test
The ICC has rated the Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch 'unsatisfactory' after England's two-day Ashes win. The decision could cost Cricket Australia millions. Read the full report.
Root backs McCullum but England system under scrutiny
Joe Root insists changing England's management would be 'silly' after MCG win, but questions remain over whether the setup produces the best players. Can Stokes get the support he needs?
Weekly Tarot Horoscope: Dec 29 - Jan 4
Discover your tarot card reading for the final week of 2025. From the Full Moon in Cancer to New Year's energy, find guidance for your star sign as we enter 2026.
England end 15-year wait for away Ashes Test victory
Monty Panesar praises Ben Stokes's resilience as England secure a consolation Ashes win in Melbourne. Read how the captain overcame immense pressure to lead his side to victory.
England's first Ashes win in Australia for 15 years
Monty Panesar hails Ben Stokes's mental toughness as England secure a historic Test victory in Melbourne, ending a 15-year drought on Australian soil. Read the full analysis.
England's Ashes win overshadowed by MCG pitch row
Ben Stokes hails England's first Ashes Test win in Australia since 2011, but a two-day finish at the MCG sparks a major controversy over the pitch. Read the full story.
England break 15-year away Ashes drought with MCG win
England secured their first Test win in Australia for nearly 15 years, beating the hosts by four wickets in a chaotic two-day Boxing Day Test at the MCG. Read the full match report.
Emmerdale's Shocking Christmas Wedding Revealed
Emmerdale confirms a totally unexpected Christmas wedding between Eric Pollard and Kerry Wyatt, leaving Jacob and Sarah furious. Get all the spoilers and details here.
Stokes Seeks Empathy for England Amid Ashes Defeat and Noosa Fallout
England captain Ben Stokes urges understanding for his players as the Ashes series is lost and off-field conduct in Noosa is reviewed. Jofra Archer is out injured.
England Investigate Ashes 'Stag-Do' Drinking Culture
Rob Key confirms investigation into claims England players drank 'excessively' during Ashes tour after 3-0 series defeat. Full details on the scandal and its impact.
Australian media mock 'death of Bazball' after Ashes win
Australian newspapers have revelled in England's Ashes defeat, declaring the 'death of Bazball' after a 3-0 series victory. Read the full reaction and what's next for both teams.
England's Ashes Humiliation: 11-Day Collapse Analysed
England's Ashes defeat sealed in just 11 days of play. Analysis reveals a failure of preparation, arrogance, and the limits of 'Bazball' philosophy against a ruthless Australia.
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