Doolan named as cover for Australia`s fifth Ashes test

Last Updated: Monday, December 30, 2013, 10:40

Tasmanian batsman Alex Doolan could be in line for a test debut pending the fitness of all-rounder Shane Watson after being named in Australia`s 14-man squad for the fifth and final Ashes test in Sydney.

Hussey endorses Bailey as favourite for vacant Oz middle-order spot

Last Updated: Friday, November 8, 2013, 12:46

Former Australian Test player Michael Hussey has given a strong endorsement of ODI captain George Bailey as a `hot favourite` to claim the vacant middle order spot in Australia`s squad for the winter Ashes series.

Runs for Powell, Sarwan, Russell but Windies lose tour opener

Last Updated: Wednesday, January 30, 2013, 15:35

West Indies made a losing start to their tour of Australia with a 23-run defeat to the Prime Minister`s XI.

Ponting tips Alex Doolan to replace him in Oz squad for Ashes

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 29, 2013, 13:13

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting believes fellow Tasmanian batsman Alex Doolan could replace him in the Test team for the all important Ashes series this year.