George Bailey

Cricket Australia has surprisingly dropped star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell from their 2026-27 contracted players list, prioritizing Test specialists for a demanding schedule. Youngster Sam Konstas and paceman Jhye Richardson also missed out, with veteran Jake Weatherald earning a contract. This move signals a strong focus on the longest format of the game.

Australia batsman George Bailey says his team is looking forward to renew a "fierce" rivalry with India in the upcoming five-match ODI series and feels it will be a big deal for the visitors to beat them in their backyard.

Australia captain George Bailey won the toss and invited India into bat after a rain-delayed start in the fifth ODI of the tri-series on Monday.

Australia's T20 captain George Bailey says it would be a "disaster" if his Cricket Board and the Players' Association fail to work out a new MoU on payments, with the existing agreement to expire on June 30.

Australia opener David Warner is in the frame for the World Test Championship final against India but selectors' boss George Bailey declined to back him as an automatic inclusion for the Ashes squad.

Ryan Routh, accused of attempting to assassinate US President-elect Donald Trump, makes bizarre demands in a jailhouse letter, offering to become a Hamas hostage in exchange for peace. Routh also expresses emotional connections to historical figures like Alexander Hamilton and George Bailey, critiquing US leaders and supporting university students backing Hamas.

Selection panel chief George Bailey has denied Justin Langer's claims that a lack of backing from senior players and support staff was responsible for the former opening batsman's departure as Australia coach.

Former limited-overs captain George Bailey is set to be Australia's new selector after he was picked to be a part of the national selection panel alongside coach Justin Langer and chairman Trevor Hohns.

George Bailey, the chief selector for the Australian men's cricket team, has confirmed that David Warner, the seasoned left-handed opening batsman, will not be considered for selection in the Champions Trophy scheduled for 2025. Following Australia's exit from the Super Eights stage of the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup, Warner had indicated his intention to retire from international cricket. However, he had expressed a willingness to make a final appearance in the 2025 Champions Trophy.

After a stupendous IPL this season, where they reached the finals of the tournament, Kings XI Punjab are looking to go a step further in the CLT20.

The dashing players of the home team seemed to have been in high spirits at this recent promotional event.

Former Australia skipper George Bailey has been appointed chairman of the national selection panel, replacing the retiring Trevor Hohns, Cricket Australia announced on Sunday.

Selector George Bailey Sunday insisted under-fire Aaron Finch would be Australia's skipper at this year's Twenty20 World Cup, calling mounting criticism of his leadership and form "white noise".

Australia's chairman of selectors George Bailey has dismissed Justin Langer's claims that a lack of backing from senior players and support staff led to the former opener's departure as the national team head coach.

Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja, 38, plans to continue his Test career as long as he feels he is contributing effectively. Despite a below-par performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Khawaja remains focused on contributing to the Australian team's success, maintaining regular communication with coach Andrew McDonald and chief selector George Bailey.

Former Australian coach Darren Lehmann criticized chief selector George Bailey for being too close to the Test team to make tough decisions, particularly regarding the struggling top order. Captain Pat Cummins defended Bailey, praising his boldness and objectivity, emphasizing the broader considerations beyond online scrutiny in selection.

Former Australia captain George Bailey feels in-form Matthew Wade must be in the mix when Australia select their playing XI for the opening Test of the four-match series against India beginning at Adelaide on December 6.

Australia have a fresh injury concern less than two weeks before the World Cup as James Faulkner left the field with a side strain in the tri-series final against England in Perth on Sunday.

Australian players have agreed to provide hair samples to let the Cricket Board find if any of them uses banned drugs.

Whenever Kings XI Punjab skipper George Bailey has been to India, it’s only been for cricket matches, which is why he hasn’t been able to indulge in any sightseeing.

Punjab owed their IPL 7 success to youngsters, with Akshar Patel in particular impressing everyone with 17 wickets and winning the 'emerging player' award.

Former Test all-rounder Tony Dodemaide has been named on Australia's panel of selectors with chairman George Bailey and coach Justin Langer, Cricket Australia said on Monday.

Former Test opener Ed Cowan has criticized the selection of Nathan McSweeney as an opener for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, calling it a "guess." Chief selector George Bailey defended the decision, expressing confidence in McSweeney's technique, temperament, and ability to balance the team's composition.

Australia's World Cup squad for the upcoming tournament in India has been announced, with only one specialist spinner, Adam Zampa, included. However, all-rounder Glenn Maxwell's spinning abilities make him a valuable option in the spin department, according to chief selector George Bailey.

Australia's Twenty20 World Cup campaign ended in a group stage exit, prompting calls for a rebuild ahead of the 2028 tournament. Coach Andrew McDonald defended his squad selection despite criticism from former players like Glenn McGrath and Mark Waugh, who questioned the inclusion of out-of-form players and the absence of key fast bowlers.

Australian team selection committee chair George Bailey rules out wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis as an opener for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. While Inglis remains a middle-order option, contenders like Cameron Bancroft, Marcus Harris, and U19 star Sam Konstas are being considered for the top batting spot.

Bailey said the presence of DRS could have made the half-hearted, first ball appeal against him "interesting", hinting at the lack of a review system in place in series concerning India.

Set a target of 310, Australia won by five wickets with four balls remaining thanks to centuries from George Bailey and Steve Smith.

Australia's chief selector, George Bailey, has warned against repeating past mistakes as veteran opener David Warner prepares to end his 12-year test career. Bailey emphasized the need to avoid potential fallout similar to the challenges faced after Shane Warne's retirement. He urged a measured approach in handling Warner's successor, urging a balanced approach to the role of a dominant player. Warner's final appearance in Sydney in January is expected.

Australia's chair of selectors, George Bailey, believes that David Warner will play the three-match T20I series against the West Indies despite the series overlapping with the International League T20 (ILT20) tournament, where he is signed to captain the Dubai Capitals.