Michael Atherton warns Australia of pressure before white-ball series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 4:44 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
Former England cricketer Michael Atherton believes England can capitalize on Australia’s recent struggles in their upcoming white-ball series starting November 13. Australia faces selection issues following a 2-1 Test series defeat to South Africa, losing their top ranking in the ICC World Test Championship. Atherton says the absence of key bowlers like Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Starc could lead to increased pressure on the team. David Warner criticized Australia's batting performance, calling it disgraceful and lacking fight. As the cricketing prepares for the 2027 Ashes, Australia must resolve its issues before traveling to England.
- •Atherton urges England to keep pressure on Australia in upcoming series.
- •Australia lost 2-1 to South Africa, dropping from the top Test ranking.
- •Key bowlers absent as Australia prepares for three ODIs and five T20Is.
- •David Warner criticized the batting unit's performance during the Test series.
- •2027 Ashes scheduled to begin in June.
- 4:44 PMYahoo Sports — 'Past players will start to go at them': Ex-England cricketer warns Australia ahead of 2027 Ashes
"Former England cricketer Michael Atherton has urged England to "keep the pressure on Australia" during their upcoming white-ball series, warning that the hosts could "implode" before the 2027 Ashes. Australia are struggling after losing 2-1 to South Africa, with batting concerns and selection questions. David Warner has also criticised their poor performances, while key pacers will miss the England series.
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