Jess Jonassen speaks out over the omission of the South African veteran from the Women's T20 World Cup squad, saying Australian players have more support to meet fitness targets.
"I understand that there are different requirements for selection … but from the outside it's all well and good to have goals and targets for players to meet, but as long as there's some adequate support in all areas to help that player achieve those goals.
"I guess we [Australian cricketers] are pretty fortunate in our set-up that we have strength and conditioning coaches to help us reach those targets.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Aussie skiers complete rare double gold in World CupOlympic gold medallist Jakara Anthony continues her excellent form, while Matt Graham returns to the top step of the FIS World Cup podium for the first time in six years at Deer Valley.
Read more »
Eddie Jones focused on Wallabies 'smash-and-grab' bid for Rugby World Cup gloryNew Wallabies coach Eddie Jones says he has only one focus, priming the Australian team for a 'smash-and-grab' project to win the Rugby World Cup — and says the team that adapts best to the changes in world rugby will triumph.
Read more »
Career-high score nets Australia another World Cup goldDanielle Scott recorded her highest ever World Cup score in Deer Valley to record her second FIS World Cup victory of the season and move top of the overall standings.
Read more »
Six Nations can help lift rugby’s gloom and show what the game can really be | Ugo MonyeUnpredictability is a guarantee with presence of world’s best team adding extra spice in a World Cup year
Read more »
Melbourne cafe group Proud Mary offers $200 cup of Black Jaguar coffeeMelbourne café group Proud Mary will offer 200 cups of Black Jaguar coffee for $200 a pop and the company’s founder says it gave him an “out of body” experience.
Read more »
'We've got much more to give': Graham Arnold says Socceroos' young guns can only improve post World CupGraham Arnold says the fire still burns for him as Socceroos coach after the game Australia 'handed' Argentina at the World Cup — and a group of talented young players he says are only going to get better.
Read more »