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Cameron Green aims to bowl again before the Ashes, potentially returning in the Sheffield Shield after back surgery sidelined him last year. While he's contributed with the bat, Green believes his bowling will significantly boost Australia against England.

Steve Smith eyes a spot in Australia's T20I squad for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, acknowledging the selection challenges. Cricket's return to the Olympics after 128 years has sparked his interest in representing his country on a global stage. Despite his extensive experience in major cricket tournaments, the Olympics presents a new and exciting opportunity for the veteran batsman.

Steve Smith has warned England that the Ashes in Australia will be a far sterner challenge than their recent home series against India. England last won the Ashes in Australia in 2010-11.