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News18
05-07-2025
- Sport
- News18
Aussie Legend Wants Wholesale Changes Before Ashes: 'Not Equipped For Any...'
Mitchell Johnson wants wholesale changes in Australia's batting order before the 2025-26 Ashes. Australian legend Mitchell Johnson has called for wholesale changes in the national team's batting order in the lead-up to the 2025-26 Ashes. He feels that the current group of openers, Usman Khawaja and Sam Konstas, plus number three options, Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green, are not good enough. Johnson joins several other pundits expressing concerns about these four. Labuschagne has already been dropped from the team after being tried at the top of the order in the World Test Championship final. Konstas scored 3, 5 and 0 in the first three innings against the West Indies, Khawaja has managed 47, 15 and 2, whereas Green (he took number three during the WTC final) has 3, 15, while batting at 6 on Day 2 Stumps. Writing in his column for the West Australian, Johnson started with a note of caution, saying that England's preparations were going well to overturn history and win their first Ashes in Australia since 2009-10. 'It's hard for any team to come here and beat Australia in their own conditions but starting your innings can be hard for all batsmen on some of the paciest and bounciest pitches in the world," Johnson wrote. 'And the Australian top order has not been showing they are equipped for any conditions. Teenage opener Sam Konstas, who has scored 3, 5, 25 and 0 since being recalled for the West Indies series, has been unsure of anything outside the off-stump line. The same with new No.3 Cam Green actually," he added. The former fast bowler feels that the Kangaroos would be better-equipped relying on the Sheffield Shield season and picking batters who are in form in November in home conditions. 'So I'll force myself to answer the original question, would I change the top four before an Ashes series? Yes, I don't see why you couldn't make changes if the players they pick have experience at shield level and a good understanding of their game. In fact, I would have started making more changes over the past few years, bringing in players who were performing to reward form and help smooth out the big looming generational change," he added. 'For now, though, openers Konstas and Usman Khawaja need a significant partnership in the third Test if they are to continue their alliance. Even if Green does make some runs at three, I still feel it isn't the best position for him," Johnson concluded. About the Author Cricketnext Staff First Published: July 05, 2025, 15:51 IST
CBS News
03-07-2025
- CBS News
Man out on bond accused of shooting at police officers facing new charges for allegedly hitting officer with vehicle in Braddock
A man facing previous charges for allegedly shooting at police officers in January was arrested Wednesday and is accused of hitting a police officer with his vehicle in Braddock. The Allegheny County Sheriff's Office says Mitchell Johnson, 20, of Braddock, was arrested following the incident that took place at the intersection of Braddock Avenue and 13th Street on Wednesday. The Sheriff's Office says it all started when officers from the Munhall Police Department were looking for a car that was reported stolen and was spotted in Braddock. When officers stopped the car, the driver, who police identified as Johnson, took off, hitting Munhall Police Assistant Chief Jamie Caterino in the process, the Sheriff's Office says. The Sheriff's Office says a police chase ensued before Johnson crashed the car into a fence and two garages and took off on foot. After Johnson left the area, officers from numerous departments and the sheriff's office surrounded Johnson's home and took him into custody when he showed up there around 5 p.m. on Wednesday, the Sheriff's Office says. The Sheriff's Office says that after being taken into custody, Johnson apologized to Caterino, who injured his arm and was treated at the scene for his injuries along with another officer who was injured. "In this type of situation, a vehicle is just as dangerous and deadly a weapon as a firearm," said Allegheny County Sheriff Kevin Kraus. "I'm relieved that the injuries to Assistant Chief Caterino and the Eastern Regional officer were minor, and I commend the quick thinking by our detectives to be at Johnson's house when he arrived, enabling them to take this dangerous person off the street." Johnson is facing a number of new charges including aggravated assault, reckless endangerment, and resisting arrest. The new charges come on top of attempted homicide charges he was already facing from an incident in January where he is accused of exchanging gunfire with police officers in Homestead following an alleged shoplifting incident. Johnson was out on bond from those charges and is set to go to trial in the fall.
Hindustan Times
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Josh Hazlewood reacts to Mitchell Johnson's explosive 'IPL' rant over Australia's WTC loss: 'We know what's going on'
Australia speedster Josh Hazlewood finally responded to Mitchell Johnson's scathing assessment of his performance in the World Test Championship (WTC), which the side lost against South Africa at Lord's Cricket Ground. A day after Australia's defeat in the summit clash, Johnson slammed Hazlewood, questioning him over prioritising the Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) over the national team. Josh Hazlewood reacts to Mitchell Johnson's IPL rant after Australia's loss to South Africa in the WTC final. (Action Images via Reuters) Hazlewood, who was suffering a shoulder niggle, returned from Australia to India for the IPL 2025 playoffs. He helped RCB win the tournament for the first time. In the 18th edition of the competition, the tall pacer returned with a total of 22 wickets. However, he had a disappointing outing in the WTC final as he returned with just two wickets. Following this performance, Mitchell Johnson launched a critical attack on the pacer, saying his return to the IPL raised quite a few "eyebrows." 'We've seen concerns about Hazlewood's fitness in recent years, and his decision to prioritise returning to the delayed Indian Premier League over his national team preparations raised eyebrows,' Johnson wrote in his column in The West Australian. Hazlewood responds Ahead of the first Test between Australia and the West Indies, Josh Hazlewood has now reacted to these comments, explaining his decision to return to the IPL and how it served as proper preparation for the WTC final. Also Read: Mitchell Johnson rips Josh Hazlewood for IPL call, demands action after WTC loss "I haven't seen any of that, to be honest. We know what's going on inside our rooms. It seemed far and away the best place to get ready for any type of cricket that was coming up. The weather was definitely a factor as well. Just getting over there and playing intense competition like that, it's hard to replicate in training," he told the Sydney Morning Herald. "Sydney, it was raining, and I had literally nowhere to bowl. I got to Brisbane for three or four days, and it was very wet. We were lucky to get on. I just thought the best place to bowl was India. We were still in the competition, we were going to play the semis, and I was going to be there for 10 days. I think it was comfortably the best option," he added. The first Test between Australia and the West Indies will begin on June 25. The match will be played in Barbados. The visitors will be without both Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne. Steve Smith injured his finger while attempting to take a catch in the WTC final, while Labuschagne has been dropped owing to his poor performances with the bat.
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Aussie cricket stars hit back after their former teammate accused them of GREED for putting their careers ahead of the team
Australian cricket stars Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon have hit back at former teammate Mitchell Johnson's scathing remarks about the team following Australia 's recent defeat in the World Test Championship. Johnson, one of the nation's greatest wicket-takers in Test cricket, recently questioned the motivation of several senior Australian stars he used to play alongside. 'We've seen concerns about Hazlewood's fitness in recent years, and his decision to prioritise returning to the delayed Indian Premier League over his national team preparations raised eyebrows,' Johnson wrote in his column in The West Australian. 'Lyon didn't look his best on day three either. 'Our successful "big four" bowling attack of Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon can't be taken for granted as a lock going forward either. 'If veteran players are sticking around just for the Ashes as a send-off, it does beg the question of whether that's the right mindset. It's crucial that we embrace the future and build confidence in selecting our next Test players. 'I'm not being overly critical of an ageing team which has achieved plenty together … but it's essential to consider when the right time is to make some tough calls.' Hazlewood resumed his commitments in the lucrative IPL instead of travelling directly to London to prepare for the WTC final. 'I haven't seen any of that, to be honest,' Hazlewood told The Age when asked about Johnson's stinging remarks. 'We know what's going on inside our rooms. It seemed far and away the best place to get ready for any type of cricket that was coming up. 'The weather was definitely a factor as well. Just getting over there and playing intense competition like that, it's hard to replicate in training. 'Sydney, it was raining and I had literally nowhere to bowl. I got to Brisbane for three or four days and it was very wet. We were lucky to get on. 'I just thought the best place to bowl was India. We were still in the competition, we were going to play semis, and I was going to be there for 10 days. 'I think it was comfortably the best option.' Nathan Lyon also rejected the idea that senior players were hanging around for a send-off instead of making way for younger talents. 'Regarding "Johnno", there's nothing really to be said there,' Lyon said. 'We never take any of our positions for granted. There's that much competition within the squad … and guys putting the senior players under pressure. 'There's no one planning a farewell tour or anything like that. I don't see there's a reason why the guys can't keep going for a number of years. 'They're only doing that for the betterment of Australian cricket. We want to play in games, we want to win games.
Business Standard
19-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Sonatype Expands Global Operations With New India Innovation Center
NewsVoir Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 19: Sonatype®, the end-to-end software supply chain security company, has announced the opening of a new Innovation Center in Hyderabad, India -- a key step in its strategy to scale global, AI-driven software development. The center will support continuous innovation and strengthen Sonatype's mission to secure modern software built on open source and AI-generated code. With this expansion, Sonatype will continue its legacy of innovation, including the creation of Nexus Repository -- trusted by over 15 million developers -- and safeguarding Maven Central, the largest open source Java repository in the world. As open source and AI-generated components now make up over 80% of modern code, Sonatype's comprehensive platform uniquely protects the entire software development lifecycle from emerging threats. "India is home to one of the largest open source and AI adoption communities in the world. By expanding to Hyderabad, we are building closer connections to the region's AI-first innovation hubs, while reaffirming our long-term commitment to scaling responsibly and sustainably," said Mitchell Johnson, Chief Product Development Officer at Sonatype. "With access to India's top-tier talent, we're extending our ability to better support a new generation of forward-thinking customers and partners, with greater speed, resilience, and impact." Sonatype's Hyderabad Innovation Center will house over 200 engineers, product leaders, security researchers, and AI experts, working in a culture rooted in openness, ownership, and innovation. The center will accelerate product development, strengthen AI capabilities, and enable 24/7 global support. Leading Sonatype's strategy and growth in India is Abhishek Chauhan, newly appointed Head of India and Senior Director of Technology, who brings deep software security expertise from roles at Lending Tree and Wells Fargo. "From Maven Central and Nexus Repository to patented AI-driven technology, Sonatype has always been on the frontier of innovation," said Abhishek Chauhan, Head of India and Senior Director of Technology. "I'm excited to be joining at such a pivotal moment in the company's journey and lead the team in India. With this new center, we're investing not just in technology, but in the next generation of engineering talent that will define the future of secure software." Sonatype has been a trusted industry leader for more than two decades helping to shape global regulations and industry standards for secure software development and is a founding member of the Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF), a Linux Foundation project. Today, organizations in India are adapting to evolving frameworks -- including CERT-IN guidelines, SBOM compliance, and the SEBI Cyber Resilience Framework. Sonatype is committed to serving as a guiding and educational partner, providing resources and tools to protect the software that underpins modern critical infrastructure. Sonatype is headquartered in Fulton, Maryland with global offices in the United Kingdom, Australia, Colombia, and now HITEC City, Hyderabad. For more information about the Sonatype India Innovation Center, visit Sonatype is the software supply chain security company. We provide the world's best end-to-end software supply chain security solution, combining the only proactive protection against malicious open source, the only enterprise grade SBOM management and the leading open source dependency management platform. This empowers enterprises to create and maintain secure, quality, and innovative software at scale. As founders of Nexus Repository and stewards of Maven Central, the world's largest repository of Java open-source software, we are software pioneers and our open source expertise is unmatched. We empower innovation with an unparalleled commitment to build faster, safer software and harness AI and data intelligence to mitigate risk, maximize efficiencies, and drive powerful software development. More than 2,000 organizations, including 70% of the Fortune 100 and 15 million software developers, rely on Sonatype to optimize their software supply chains. To learn more about Sonatype, please visit
