This weekend, thousands will flock to the shores of Cockburn Sound for the iconic Rockingham Beach Cup, but for one respected Perth jockey, simply being trackside is a victory in itself.

Peter Handscomb has staked his Test claim with a masterful Sheffield Shield century, insisting he was never out of form – just out of luck.

Australia’s former batting coach Graeme Hick said he was not aware of the team’s use of sandpaper until footage emerged of Cameron Bancroft on the big screen eight years ago.

Brownlow medallist Tom Mitchell has labelled West Coast's training efforts as embarrassing, but Reuben Ginbey says it couldn't be further from the truth.

Adam Gilchrist is predicting a “dogfight” between Australia and New Zealand in their looming Test series, but Michael Vaughan says Pat Cummins’ side has improved following their capitulation in South Africa last month.

Khawaja took aim at the former prime minister in his newly released autobiography, which has thrust the 2018 ball-tampering affair back in the limelight.

Queenslander Jack Clayton boosted his chances of a maiden Test call-up, while Australia’s recently dropped No.3, Marnus Labuschagne, had a short-lived cameo.

Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli says Zak Butters’ arrival will help share his load and allow him to extend his glittering AFL career.

Xavier Bartlett is set to be given a huge opportunity with the ball when he leads an inexperienced Australian attack against England in the upcoming ODI series.

Joe Root will notch his 200-game ODI milestone when he lines up against Australia in Perth on Friday, but don't expect to see many others hit the mark.