Athers: Australia at risk of ‘imploding’ before Ashes

Michael Atherton suggests that Australia could implode before the Ashes.

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Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 9:21 PM

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The Sky Sports Cricket Podcast discusses whether Australia could implode before the upcoming Ashes series.
South Africa defeated Australia in a series decider to clinch the series and claim the top Test ranking.
David Warner criticized his former side following the defeat in South Africa.

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The Sky Sports Cricket Podcast questions whether Australia could implode ahead of the Ashes following recent struggles. The episode arrives amid turmoil for the Australian national side, who were beaten by South Africa in a series decider that sent South Africa to the top of the ICC Test rankings.

Additional discussions and headlines highlight David Warner's criticism of his former team following the defeat, questions over Marnus Labuschagne's place in the squad, and Glenn Maxwell's announcement of his retirement from international cricket.

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Athers: Australia at risk of ‘imploding’ before Ashes

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