Ricky Ponting
Jacques Kallis to retire from Test cricket
Legendary South Africa all-rounder Jacques Kallis announces that he will retire from Test cricket after the Boxing Day Test against India in Durban.
Dec 25, 11:10
Looking back: England break records in Brisbane draw
Ahead of tomorrow's first Ashes Test, Sports Mole looks back on what happened the last time Australia and England met in Brisbane.
Nov 19, 16:49
Michael Clarke dispels retirement talk
Michael Clarke says that he has "four or five years left" in cricket as speculation that he could soon retire due to back problems gathers pace.
Nov 9, 04:16
Australia captain Michael Clarke refuses to be drawn on feud with Ricky Ponting
Australia captain Michael Clarke refuses to be drawn on his feud with Ricky Ponting.
Oct 29, 11:07
Ricky Ponting calls on Australia to give Phil Hughes a chance
Ricky Ponting believes that batsman Phil Hughes should be given a chance by Australia.
Oct 22, 11:50
Ricky Ponting: 'David Warner would have learned from mistakes'
Ricky Ponting believes that Australia batsman David Warner has learned from his mistakes.
Oct 22, 11:26
Ricky Ponting had Michael Clarke doubts
Ricky Ponting says that he had doubts over the ability of Michael Clarke to succeed him as Australian captain when he was took over in 2011.
Oct 13, 03:49
Nasser Hussain: Australia's batting was "awful"
Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes that Australia's batting performance in their first innings of the second Ashes Test was "awful"
Jul 20, 03:06
Ricky Ponting: Australia defeat was "heartbreaking"
Ricky Ponting says that Australia's dramatic loss to England in the opening Test of this year's Ashes series brought back bad personal memories.
Jul 16, 07:45
Ricky Ponting ends career with 169 not out for Surrey
Ricky Ponting finishes his first-class cricket career by registering 169 not out for Surrey against Nottinghamshire at the Kia Oval.
Jul 11, 17:07
Ricky Ponting makes century in final first-class match
Ricky Ponting marks his final first-class appearance with a 182-ball century for Surrey.
Jul 11, 13:11
Ricky Ponting passes 24,000-run mark
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting passes the 24,000-run mark during a county championship game for Surrey.
Jul 10, 19:46
Ricky Ponting: "Write Australia off at your peril"
Ricky Ponting feels that Australia have to become fearless if they are to win the Ashes.
Jul 10, 05:31
Australia captain Michael Clarke pays tribute to "amazing" Ricky Ponting
Australia captain Michael Clarke pays tribute to "amazing" Ricky Ponting following the batsman's decision to retire from cricket for good.
Jun 20, 18:09
Ricky Ponting: 'It's the right time for me to retire from cricket for good'
Ricky Ponting insists that it is the "right time" for him to retire from all forms of cricket later this year.
Jun 20, 16:23
Ricky Ponting to retire from all forms of cricket in October
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting announces plans to retire from all forms of cricket in October.
Jun 20, 16:03
Australia's Ricky Ponting could come out of retirement for Ashes
Ricky Ponting would jump at the chance to return for Australia in this summer's Ashes series, according to former teammate Michael Slater.
Jun 9, 11:22
Ricky Ponting clarifies rumours of Ashes return
Rickey Ponting says that he has no intention of playing in this summer's Ashes Test series, despite earlier reports linking him with a return to the national side.
May 29, 18:12
Ricky Ponting available for Ashes
Ricky Ponting says that he will be available for the Ashes if needed by Australia.
May 29, 08:54
Rajasthan Royals brush aside Mumbai Indians
Rajasthan Royals comprehensively beat Mumbai Indians by 87 runs in their Indian Premier League encounter in Jaipur.
Apr 17, 18:51
Mumbai Indians ease past Delhi Daredevils
Dinesh Karthik and Rohit Sharma inspire the Mumbai Indians to a 44-run victory over the Delhi Daredevils in the Indian Premier League.
Apr 9, 19:03
Mumbai Indians beat Chennai Super Kings by nine runs
Chennai Super Kings fall nine runs short of Mumbai Indians' total despite a late surge from MS Dhoni.
Apr 6, 19:25
Royal Challengers Bangalore edge out Mumbai Indians
The Royal Challengers Bangalore defeat the Mumbai Indians by two runs in their IPL opener.
Apr 4, 19:25
Ricky Ponting, Mike Hussey rule out Ashes return
Ricky Ponting and Mike Hussey rule out returning for Australia in this summer's Ashes series against England.
Mar 20, 08:25
Ricky Ponting backs Shane Watson after suspension
Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting backs Shane Watson following his suspension from the third Test against India.
Mar 14, 16:12
Surrey sign Ricky Ponting for two months
Surrey announce that they have captured Australian batsman Ricky Ponting for a two-month stint in the summer.
Feb 21, 09:04
Brisbane Heat through to Big Bash semis
Luke Pomsersbach smashes 82 runs to help Brisbane Heat reach the semi-final of the Big Bash tournament.
Jan 12, 10:49
Adelaide Strikers beat Hobart Hurricanes by 38 runs
Adelaide Strikers beat Hobert Hurricanes by 38 runs thanks to an impressive bowling performance from Cameron Boyce and Kane Richardson.
Jan 5, 11:29
Jacques Kallis delighted with run record
Jacques Kallis thanks his fans as he becomes the first South African to pass 13,000 Test runs.
Jan 2, 19:39
Jacques Kallis reaches 13,000 Test runs
South Africa's Jacques Kallis becomes only the fourth player to surpass 13,000 Test runs.
Jan 2, 14:12
Hobart Hurricane ease to win against Perth Scorchers
Tim Paine scores 90 runs from 60 balls to lead Hobart Hurricane to a six-wicket win against Perth Scorchers.
Jan 1, 12:32
Record-breaking Michael Clarke keeps Australia in control
Michael Clarke breaks Ricky Ponting's record for most Test runs in a calendar year as Australia continue their domination of the Boxing Day Test against Sri Lanka in Melbourne.
Dec 27, 03:11
Hobart Hurricanes seal thrilling win over Sydney Sixers
Hobart Hurricanes defeat Sydney Sixers by seven wickets in the Big Bash League.
Dec 26, 11:06
Sydney Thunder slump to fourth consecutive defeat
A Ricky Ponting-inspired Hobart Hurricanes defeat Sydney Thunder by 30 runs in the Big Bash tournament.
Dec 23, 09:01
Aaron Finch leads Melbourne Renegades to seven-wicket win over Hobart Hurricanes
The Melbourne Renegades continue their dominance in the Big Bash T20 League by defeating the Hobart Hurricanes by seven wickets.
Dec 19, 10:56
Melbourne Stars edge out Hobart Hurricanes
Melbourne Stars secure a five-wicket victory over Hobart Hurricanes with just five balls remaining.
Dec 15, 11:31
Phillip Hughes returns to Australia squad for Sri Lanka match
Phillip Hughes returns for Australia for their first Test match against Sri Lanka this month and will replace Ricky Ponting in the 12-man squad.
Dec 6, 14:31
Ricky Ponting: 'Retirement decision was easy'
Ricky Ponting says that he has no regrets over retiring from Test cricket for Australia and admits that his best playing days are behind him.
Dec 5, 03:53
Australia's Ricky Ponting: 'I didn't want to end career in defeat'
Ricky Ponting says that he has not finished his Test career in the way that he "would have liked" following Australia's series defeat to South Africa.
Dec 3, 09:19
South Africa retain number one title by defeating Australia in Test series
South Africa win the third and final Test against Australia by 309 runs as they retain their spot at the top of the world rankings.
Dec 3, 09:02
