Day One at the WACA: Entertaining, Yes — But Not Exactly Test Cricket Day one of the first Test at the famous WACA had all the energy you’d expect — fast, bouncy pitch, big crowd, and plenty of shot-making. But if we’re being honest… it also exposed something worrying. The lack of preparation from both teams — or simply poor red-ball discipline — was on full display. Far too attacking, far too loose, and nowhere near the patience or clarity you normally associate with elite

The Ashes isn’t just another cricket series — it’s Test cricket at its purest . With over 140 years of history, packed stadiums, and passionate fans, the Ashes creates an atmosphere that pushes players to their limits. Every session is a showcase of skill, strategy, and temperament, and in the process, new stars are born , adding to the legacy of one of sport’s greatest rivalries. Why the Ashes Defines Test Cricket The Ashes is more than just a contest between England and Aus

Bradman using a cricket stump to train The 2025–26 Sheffield Shield is sending a warning: top-order batters are falling cheaply , with collapses like Victoria at 5/66 exposing technical flaws in footwork, shot selection, and adaptability . If these issues persist, England could win the upcoming Ashes series  — a result Australia hasn’t seen on home soil in decades. 💡  Roundabout™ Batting Innovation: The Modern Bradman Drill From bouncy WACA pitches to slower SCG surfaces ,