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David Boon named Cricket Australia interim chair as Mike Baird prepares to step down

David Boon has been appointed Cricket Australia’s interim chair, succeeding Mike Baird after the October 28 AGM. The 65-year-old former Australian great played 107 Tests and 181 ODIs, scoring 7,422 Test runs and 5,964 ODI runs and has since built extensive experience in cricket administration, selection and match officiating.

Nawal Islam · 28 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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Stephen Fleming strikes chord for English cynics: Here to win not just entertain

Stephen Fleming has outlined an ambitious vision after taking charge as England’s red-ball head coach, saying his aim is to build the best Test team in the world by combining the positive, attacking mindset developed under Brendon McCullum with greater game awareness in difficult situations.

Ed Mace · 20 Sept 2026 · 3 min read

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