England’s Ben Stokes answers questions during a press conference at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. PA

Stokes says welfare of England players 'my main concern right now'

Reports of players adopting a 'stag party' mentality during a mid-series trip to the Queensland have intensified scrutiny on a squad already under fire for its on-field performances

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Ashes 2025: Cummins and Lyon out of Melbourne Test

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Ashes: Stokes looks for positives as Lyon and Cummins doubtful for Melbourne

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Ashes 2025: Australia eye series sweep while McCullum admits mistakes were made

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'They're at a higher level': No excuses from Stokes as Australia retain Ashes

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Crawley admits England 'staring down the barrel' against Australia

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Travis Head century puts Australia on cusp on retaining Ashes

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England batsman Jamie Smith, right, is given out as teammate Ben Stokes reacts. AFP

England wobble again as Australia tighten Ashes grip on sweltering day two

Snicko technology again called into question after controversial dismissal of Jamie Smith

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How IPL and ILT20 cricketers manage life-changing cash windfalls

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Carey rescues Australia with century as Snickometer owners apologise for error

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Who are the highest paid cricketers in IPL 2026 after player auction?

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Green and Pathirana cash in after IPL auction spree in Abu Dhabi

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Green lands record $2.8m deal at IPL auction in Abu Dhabi

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Ashes 2025: Cummins and Lyon return but no place for Khawaja in Adelaide Test

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Cameron Green, left, and Matheesha Pathirana were snapped up by Kolkata Knight Riders in Abu Dhabi. AFP / Getty Images

Green and Pathirana cash in after IPL auction spree in Abu Dhabi

Duo attract eye-watering bids as Kolkata Knight Riders spend big at Etihad Arena ahead of 2026 season

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Green lands record $2.8m deal at IPL auction in Abu Dhabi

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Ashes 2025: Cummins and Lyon return but no place for Khawaja in Adelaide Test

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Brook says he may have to curb instincts as England face must-win Test

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