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The National Selection Panel (NSP) has named a 13-player men’s squad for the first NRMA Insurance Test match against India in Perth. source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media (eLanka) MEDIA OPPORTUNITY: Chair of Selectors George Bailey and batter Nathan McSweeney will be available to media at 10am AEDT today in Melbourne, by the Dennis Lillee Statue at the MCG. Australia plays five Tests against India in Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne for the Border Gavaskar Trophy. Australia: Pat Cummins (NSW/Penrith Cricket Club) (c) Scott Boland (VIC/Frankston Peninsula Cricket Club) Alex Carey (SA/Glenelg Cricket Club) Josh Hazlewood (NSW/St George Cricket Club) Travis Head (SA/Tea Tree Gully Cricket Club) (vc) Josh Inglis (WA/Joondalup Cricket Club) Usman Khawaja (QLD/Valley District Cricket Club) Marnus Labuschagne (QLD/Redlands Cricket Club) Nathan Lyon (NSW/Northern District Cricket Club) Mitchell Marsh (WA/Fremantle Cricket Club) Nathan McSweeney (SA/Glenelg Cricket Club) Steve Smith (NSW/Sutherland Cricket Club) (vc) Mitchell Starc ...

Nov 10, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , ,
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Tri-color displayed at MCG as Cricket Australia presents ODI WC Trophy on Indian Independence Day Source: Cricket Australia CA Multicultural Media (elanka) In a collaborative effort between Cricket Australia and the Indian Consulate General in Melbourne, the Indian flag was proudly showcased on the digital scoreboard screen inside the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Indian Independence Day. The historic stadium was abuzz with excitement as Cricket Australia presented the ICC ODI World Cup Trophy 2023 in a special ceremony. The Olympic Room at the MCG was decked out in Indian flags, creating a vibrant atmosphere for the gathered fans. The highlight of the event was the opportunity for Indian fans to take photos with the coveted trophy, a gesture deeply appreciated by the enthusiastic crowd. The proceedings began with the rendition of the Indian National Anthem, adding to the sense of pride and patriotism. The event was hosted by the Indian ...

Aug 15, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , , , ,
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Record-breaking turnout anticipated from India for upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy source: Cricket Australia – CA Multiculural Media (eLanka) Cricket Australia is delighted to announce a significant surge in ticket sales from India, emphasising the excitement of the fierce rivalry between the two cricketing giants competing for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. There has been a remarkable six times increase in the number of ticket purchasers from India compared to all last season. This surge in interest continues when compared to the 2018/19 sales period, the last series unaffected by COVID-19, with six times the number of Indian fans purchasing tickets this season so far. The number of tickets sold to purchasers from India for the Boxing Day Test is already ten times the amount sold for the Boxing Day Test in 2018 at the same point in time, showcasing the immense interest and excitement surrounding this historic fixture. This overwhelming response also shows ...

Jul 5, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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TEST CRICKET IN THE LIMELIGHT AS AUSTRALIA-INDIA RIVALRY GROWS Source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media – eLanka Cricket Australia (CA) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are delighted the storied rivalry between the countries will get even bigger next summer as Test cricket continues to thrive. The first men’s five-match NRMA Insurance Test series between Australia and India since 1991-92 will be a highlight of the 2024-25 international schedule to be announced in coming days. The extension of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for this and future series recognises the standing of the nations which contested the 2023 ICC World Test Championship final as well as their enduring commitment to the game’s preeminent international format. India’s supporters flocked to the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup in Australia in huge numbers and the extended tour will provide a wonderful opportunity for fans across the country, including Australia’s growing ...

Mar 25, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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A hat-trick, two feuds and a follow-on: how Eden Gardens changed India-Australia cricket-By Jon Pierik India celebrate the wicket of Jason Gillespie as they close in on victory at Eden Gardens Source:Theage It was 2001 and the Australian cricket team was marching towards what Steve Waugh had described as “the final frontier” – a Test series win in India for the first time in 31 years. They had stormed to a 10-wicket win in the first Test of the series in Mumbai, a record 16th straight victory for a team that was one of the greatest this country has produced. ...

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