Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood looks set to miss the opening Test match in India due to injury.
Australia's David Warner indicated that his international career may soon be coming to a close.
Cricket Australia revealed the cancellation of their series against Afghanistan following further restrictions on the rights of women by the ruling Taliban.
Australian captain Pat Cummins said even David Warner was taken aback by the decision to award him the player of the series award against South Africa.
South Africa managed to hold off the Australian bowling attack to draw the third and final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday.
The Proteas' batting woes continued in the third Test against Australia in Sydney as the tourists went to stumps on day four on 149-6.