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Guardian compiles list of the 100 greatest men's Ashes cricketers — I.guim.co.uk

Guardian compiles list of the 100 greatest men's Ashes cricketers

The Guardian has published a list ranking the 100 greatest men’s Ashes cricketers, tracing a rivalry that began in 1877. The package notes that 853 players have featured in Australia v England Tests and includes a range of editorial extras: a video by Barney Ronay on the No 1

Australia undecided on XI as Steve Smith defends Cameron Green for SCG finale — I.guim.co.uk

Australia undecided on XI as Steve Smith defends Cameron Green for SCG finale

Steve Smith launched an impassioned defence of allrounder Cameron Green but said the 26-year-old’s spot in Australia’s XI for the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG is not guaranteed. Smith said all options remain on the table, including the possibility of selecting both Green and Beau Webster and

The unmissable sporting fixtures to watch across 2026 — I.guim.co.uk

The unmissable sporting fixtures to watch across 2026

Ahead of the year, 26 major events across global sport promise headline moments, from Grand Slams and global cups to marquee one-off finals and multi-sport festivals. The Australian Open (12 Jan–1 Feb) sees Jannik Sinner bid for a historic third straight men’s title while Madison Keys defends her

Stokes backs McCullum to remain England head coach after Ashes defeat — Ichef.bbci.co.uk

Stokes backs McCullum to remain England head coach after Ashes defeat

England captain Ben Stokes says he cannot imagine anyone else replacing head coach Brendon McCullum despite the tourists surrendering the Ashes series in Australia. Stokes and McCullum, who joined forces in 2022, were expected to face a defining tour but England lost the first three Tests before claiming a morale-boosting

Zak Crawley keeps cool as Ashes focus shifts from his future to team issues — I.guim.co.uk

Zak Crawley keeps cool as Ashes focus shifts from his future to team issues

What began as a referendum on Zak Crawley’s England career has faded as other issues in the side have become more urgent. One notable selection story on the tour is spinner Shoaib Bashir, who has been named in the 12 for Sydney despite not taking a wicket in a

Damien Martyn shows positive signs in induced coma after meningitis diagnosis — I.guim.co.uk

Damien Martyn shows positive signs in induced coma after meningitis diagnosis

Former Australia batter Damien Martyn is showing positive signs while in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis, his friend and former teammate Adam Gilchrist said. Martyn was admitted to a Gold Coast hospital after falling ill on Boxing Day and remains in a serious but stable condition. Meningitis

How the Guardian’s Ashes Top 100 was voted and who made the cut — I.guim.co.uk

How the Guardian’s Ashes Top 100 was voted and who made the cut

The Guardian asked 51 judges to each name their top 50 men’s Ashes players, awarding 50 points for a No 1 down to one point for No 50, and compiled a top 100 from the totals. Judges assessed players only on Ashes performances and were required to pick at

Shane Warne named the Ashes’ defining figure for his numbers and aura — I.guim.co.uk

Shane Warne named the Ashes’ defining figure for his numbers and aura

The Guardian’s judges concluded Shane Warne is the Ashes’ defining figure, chosen as the tournament’s singular standout above 99 other greats. The case rests on both statistics and impact. Warne took 195 Ashes wickets, including a record 11 five-wicket hauls, with 129 of those wickets away from home

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Usman Khawaja’s farewell underlines cricket as expression of character — I.guim.co.uk

Usman Khawaja’s farewell underlines cricket as expression of character

Usman Khawaja’s Test retirement highlighted both his importance to Australian cricket and the quiet individuality of his game. He ranks 15th on Australia’s list of highest Test scorers and first emerged for Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground, where his first Test shot was a celebrated pull for