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Ricky Ponting, Stuart Broad pick combined Ashes XI of 21st century, leave out England legend

With the 2025-26 Ashes just days away, with the opening Test set to begin on November 21 in Perth, the marquee series has already grabbed significant attention as England return to Australia seeking their first series win Down Under since 2010–11.

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Is This the End of Glenn Maxwell in the IPL? Full Analysis Inside

Punjab Kings did something quite bold ahead of the 2026 IPL season when they released Glenn Maxwell. Head coach Ricky Ponting revealed that performances, balance, and future plans were considered in taking the call on Maxwell.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 15

Why did Punjab Kings release Glenn Maxwell ahead of IPL 2026? - Ricky Ponting explains

Punjab Kings' head coach Ricky Ponting has clarified the franchise and the management's decision surrounding Glenn Maxwell being released from the squad ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League.

Cricket News / CricTracker / November 13

Ashes 2025-26: ‘Bazball built to win in Australia’ - Ex-Australian skipper hails England’s strategy and balance

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has heaped high praise on the visiting England side led by Ben Stokes, calling them the strongest English squad to tour Australia in more than two decades.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / November 13

IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders Appoint Shane Watson As Assistant Coach

Kolkata Knight Riders: Three-time IPL winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have appointed former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson as their assistant coach ahead of IPL 2026.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / November 12

Ponting Calls Stokes-led England 'the Best Team In This Century' For Ashes

Ben Stokes: Ahead of the five-match Ashes starting on November 21, former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting has hailed the Ben Stokes-led England team as the best side the visitors have sent out in this century.

Cricket News / FirstSportz / October 22

Ricky Ponting, Who Played Against Sachin Tendulkar, Claims Virat Kohli is the ‘Greatest’ ODI Player He Has Ever Seen

Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting surprisingly claimed that Virat Kohli is the ‘greatest’ ODI player he has ever seen, despite having played with and against some of the format’s finest.

Cricket News / CricTracker / October 22

Ashes 2025-26: Former Australian skipper feels Joe Root is 'better equipped than ever' to end century drought Down Under

Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting feels Joe Root has ironed out the few flaws in his technique and that should enable him to register a Test hundred in Australia.

Cricket News / Crictoday / October 21

Ricky Ponting advises fans to stay patient with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after their tough start in the ODI series

Ricky Ponting has urged fans not to place too much focus on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s poor starts in the opening ODI in Perth. He remains confident that both players will rediscover their form and play key roles in India’s build-up to the 2027 World Cup.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / October 21

'Only Time Will Tell, Dont Write Off Champion Players': Shastri, Ponting On 2027 WC Prospects Of Rohit, Kohli

Cricket World Cup: India legend Ravi Shastri and Australian great Ricky Ponting have shared their thoughts on whether they think the Indian batting stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli remain on track to feature at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in 2027 and said "only time will tell" whether the duo will still be around.

Cricket News / CricketGully / October 10

"It still hurts": Shashank Singh recalls IPL final heartbreak, praises Iyer-Ponting duo

The Punjab Kings star Shashank Singh seems to take a long time to move on from the heartbreak of 2025 Indian Premier League final, against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Cricket News / CricTracker / October 8

"Looking forward to working with Ricky Ponting at Hobart Hurricanes" - Bangladesh all-rounder hopes to impress Down Under

Rishad Hossain has been one of the most impressive young cricketers in the Bangladesh team of late. He has been a genuine wicket-taker for the Tigers, and also contributed with handy runs down the order.

Cricket News / CricketGully / October 7

National duty bound PBKS coach leaves franchise after four months

Punjab Kings coach Sunil Joshi has departed from the franchise right after four months of playing the IPL final against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / October 6

Looking Forward To Playing Under Ponting's Coaching: Rishad Hossain On Maiden BBL Stint

ICC T20 World Cup: Bangladesh leg-spinner Rishad Hossain expressed his excitement about playing under Australian legend Ricky Ponting's coaching as he prepares to take part in the Big Bash League (BBL 15) for the Hobart Hurricanes this season.

Cricket News / CricTracker / October 1

‘Ricky Ponting has a strong control on the team’ - Shikhar Dhawan on Australia legend's coaching tactics

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan emphasized the importance of strong leadership in building a winning team, reflecting on Punjab Kings’ (PBKS) performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / September 23

lsquo;Too Late For Wholesale Changesrsquo;: Ponting On Australiarsquo;s XI As Ashes Selection Looms

New Delhi: With the Ashes just two months away, Ricky Ponting believes Australia may have run out of time to make sweeping changes to their Test XI, despite ongoing concerns about the top order.

Cricket News / CricTracker / September 22

Ashes 2025-26: Ricky Ponting explains why promoting Travis Head in the batting order could be beneficial for Australia

Ricky Ponting explains why promoting Travis Head up in the batting order could help Australia during the upcoming edition of the Ashes. The southpaw has spent most of his red-ball career for Australia batting at No.

Cricket News / Crictoday / September 16

Asia Cup 2025: Ricky Ponting issues a clarification after being dragged into the India-Pakistan handshake controversy

Former Australia captain and the current head coach of Punjab Kings, Ricky Ponting, has made a big statement after his fake comment on the India-Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 controversy went viral.

Cricket News / FirstSportz / July 26

Sachin Tendulkar’s Historic Record Not Safe After Joe Root Passes Ricky Ponting

Australian legend Ricky Ponting fired a warning to Sachin Tendulkar, suggesting his Test run-scoring record is no longer safe as Joe Root relentlessly closes in on the top spot.

Cricket News / Cricket on SI / July 18

Australia’s Top-Order Crisis Looms Large Ahead of Ashes 2025: Ponting Backs Konstas Amid Search for Stability

By Shah Faisal Despite a commanding 3-0 Test series win over the West Indies in the Caribbean, Australia’s batting unit is under a cloud of doubt. The tour may have ended in triumph, but Ricky Ponting was among the many watching closely, noting that the bowling attack carried the side while the top order faltered.