Usman Khawaja’s early encounter with Brendon McCullum remains etched in his memory—not for a warm welcome, but for an intense verbal barrage. During the 2011 Test series between Australia and New Zealand, Khawaja faced what he described as the harshest sledging he’d ever experienced on the international stage. “He absolutely tore shreds off me,” Usman […]

In a thrilling clash against New Zealand, Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Alex Carey fell just shy of a century but expressed his relief after Australia secured a victory on Day Four of the second Test. Carey’s unbeaten 98 proved pivotal as Australia successfully chased down 279 runs, clinching a 2–0 series win. Carey, speaking post-match, admitted his […]

In a thrilling turn of events, Australia secured a remarkable three-wicket victory against New Zealand in the tense second Test at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Alex Carey’s unbeaten 98 and a crucial 140-run partnership with Mitchell Marsh orchestrated a stunning comeback after Australia found themselves in a precarious position at 80-5 in pursuit of 279. […]

On Day 2 of the second Test match between Australia and New Zealand in Christchurch, Australia responded emphatically to New Zealand’s total of 162 runs by posting a commanding 256 runs in their first innings. The visitors displayed resilience and determination, particularly highlighted by Marnus Labuschagne’s gritty knock of 90 runs, anchoring the innings with […]