Australia's Ashes Bowling Crisis: Is Riley Meredith the Answer? | Sports-Games

‘Absolutely rapid’ Mark Wood hands England boost before Ashes opener

There is renewed optimism in the camp that the quickest bowler in the country could be ready for Friday’s Perth opener

Ex Australian Captain Paine Throws out Surprising Name for Ashes Pace Bowling Debate

Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. As the first ball of Ashes at home at Perth awaits Australia, they face a serious trouble with their skipper Pat Cummins likely to miss the first Test due to back stress issues. Since the tour to the Windies, the Australian skipper has not bowled in nets, putting himself in serious doubt. Also, all-rounders Cameron Green (back surgery) and Beau Webster (ankle issues) are battling their own c…

Australia's Ashes Bowling Crisis: Is Riley Meredith the Answer? | Sports-Games

Australia's Ashes Bowling Crisis: Is Riley Meredith the Answer? As Australia gears up for the home Ashes series starting November 21, the team faces a critical bowling dilemma. Former captain Tim Paine has recommended Riley Meredith, a former Tasmanian teammate, as a potential remedy for Australia's depleted bowling ranks, especially with captain Pat Cummins likely sidelined due to back stress.With fast-bowlers like Lance Morris and Spencer John…

I’m half a chance: Cummins pushes for Gabba Test return

Australia skipper Pat Cummins feared missing the entire Ashes series after being cut down by a back injury, but reckons he’s now “half a chance” of returning for the second Test at the Gabba. Cummins hasn’t pla=-[5ed since the 3-0 Test series sweep of the West Indies in July, with a stress injury in his lower back ruling him out of the Ashes opener in Perth. But the 32-year-old is back bowling in the nets and is pushing hard to return for the se…

I'm half a chance: Cummins pushes for Gabba Test return

Star paceman Pat Cummins has given a positive update on his back injury as he pushes to make a return in the second Ashes Test against England at the Gabba.

Ponting predicts Australia's tough selection calls for Ashes | ICC World Test Championship

The Australian great takes a look at the questions both teams must answer prior to the upcoming Ashes series.