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England reach 211-3 against Australia on day one of fifth Ashes Test – as it happened

Harry Brook and Joe Root put together an undefeated 154-run partnership before storms shortened the day’s play at Sydney Cricket Ground

The Guardian - AU

Aussie young guns fire with World Cup gold medal double

Rookie Indra Brown and established star Valentino Guseli have given Australians more reason to be excited about the upcoming Winter Olympics.

AAP

Partners in time to stir up some sparks among the Ashes

The ever-adventurous Harry Brook and the somewhat more reliable Joe Root took England to 3-211 on day one in Sydney before a storm hit the SCG.

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'Not part of my DNA': Demon undaunted by Ruud defeat

While admitting he made uncharacteristic mistakes in his defeat to Casper Ruud, world No.7 Alex de Minaur won't catastrophise ahead of the Australian Open.

AAP

Britain urged to enforce Australian-style social media ban for teenagers

The government’s independent terrorism watchdog has made the suggestion amid fears of teenagers being radicalised online

The Independent UK

England have final chance to change narrative in Sydney but it may be too late for McCullum and Stokes regime

England have misjudged nearly every aspect of this Ashes series and its hierarchy must now fight for their future

The Independent UK

De Minaur's Ruud awakening - but Storm leads Aussie win

Alex de Minaur has started his Australian Open preparation with a United Cup defeat to Casper Ruud, but Storm Hunter starred in their opening win over Norway.

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Green shoots no laughing matter as Ben Stokes insists fifth Ashes Test is ‘big game’

England were yet to settle on the XI to play at the SCG amid uncertainty over pitch as the captain conceded Australia bowlers ‘put us under heaps of pressure’

The Guardian - AU

'In the palm of my hand': Kyrgios is Open to qualifying

Nick Kyrgios has described himself as a "chaotic mess, but an entertainer" as he prepares to return in Brisbane and awaits a call on his Australian Open status.

AAP

Behind the 'Bling', Matthews shows steely resolve

While Michael Matthews embraces his nickname, it only goes some way to explaining one of Australian cycling's biggest stars.

AAP

Australia have been blessed by England’s disarray but can put own stamp on Ashes triumph

Victory in the fifth Test would help hosts send off Usman Khawaja in style in Sydney and ensure England cannot recast series as one that got away

The Guardian - AU

Selectors eye left-field World Cup approach for Cummins

Pat Cummins' management of stress injuries in his back could mean he misses the start of Australia's T20 World Cup campaign, with selectors playing a long game.

AAP

Smith lauds Khawaja as 'wonderful career' reaches end

Australia's stand-in captain Steve Smith has paid tribute to Usman Khawaja as the veteran left-hander prepares to bow out of the Test arena.

AAP

Stand-in skipper Smith makes call on Test future

Steve Smith will be part of Australia's side for the start of their lead up to the 2027 Ashes, with the veteran looking increasingly likely to play in England.

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The Independent UK

Rifle-toting police will patrol the 5th Ashes cricket test in Sydney following Bondi shootings

Police with long-armed rifles, a rarity at sporting events in Australia, will patrol the final Ashes cricket test in Sydney starting Sunday as part of heightened security measures following the Bondi Beach terror attack in the city

AAP

Green's place in fifth Test team under the microscope

Australian allrounder Cameron Green has found himself under the microscope amid a tough Ashes series with the bat.

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Launching a new road racing season – A guide to Australia's 2026 sun-drenched opening block

A Perth National Championships entree for the locals before world descends for Tour Down Under and Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

AAP

The $60 laundry gadget helping arrest global pollution

Lab testing of a South Australian-made washing machine filter has revealed it can help protect waterways from polyester and other synthetic microparticles.

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From graffiti to gallery, art of spray paint on show

An exhibition looks at the art of spray paint - from graffiti typically seen in a highway overpass, to works by some big names in Australian art.

The Guardian - UK

Eternal 31 makes Crawley the tallest small person in England’s Ashes pyre

Series in Australia was meant to bring the best out of opening batter but he goes into the final Test in Sydney with questions still unanswered

The Guardian - UK

Reluctant trailblazer Khawaja confronts racial stereotypes before Sydney farewell

The first Muslim to play for Australia has been an inspiration for many in the way he has broken down barriers during his career

The Independent UK

Ashes Fifth Test Australia v England: Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds

Following England’s first away Ashes win in almost 15 years, the series concludes with the Fifth Test in Sydney

AAP

'Be patient': Khawaja's transition message to selectors

Usman Khawaja has warned Australia's next transition period in Test cricket won't be easy, but urged selectors to show some patience as new faces come in.

AAP

Israel offers training to counter terror inspired by IS

Israeli is extensively qualified to train Australian police in fighting terrorism and anti-Semitism, according to one of its senior government ministers.

The Guardian - UK

Sydney’s tradition of goodbyes coincides with Bazball reckoning

England have a final chance to salvage something from tour but must accept Ashes defeat was self-inflicted and changes, however limited, must be made

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