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Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley hints at possible Tri-series with India and Pakistan Source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media ( eLanka ) In a significant development for cricket fans in the subcontinent, Cricket Australia’s Chief Executive Nick Hockley has expressed a strong desire to facilitate a high-profile tri-series involving India and Pakistan. This move comes amidst growing excitement for the long-awaited clash between these traditional rivals, which has always been a major attraction in the cricketing world. During an online press conference, Nick Hockley highlighted the immense enthusiasm that surrounds India-Pakistan encounters. “Pakistan and India are traditional rival teams; there is a lot of excitement for their matches,” he remarked. He further elaborated that Cricket Australia is keen to support and assist in organizing both bilateral and tri-series with these nations. “We are ready to support both teams for a bilateral and a tri-series,” Nick Hockley added, emphasizing Cricket ...

Jul 3, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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MEDIA RELEASE: SCOTLAND TO HOST AUSTRALIA IN MEN’S T20 SERIES IN SEPTEMBER Cricket Scotland and Cricket Australia are delighted to announce confirmation of a men’s T20 international series in Scotland in September 2024. Three T20 internationals will take place between the sides at The Grange, Edinburgh on 4, 6 and 7 September, ahead of Australia’s fixtures against England later in the month. The matches will be the first to be played by Australia’s men in Scotland since 2013, when the sides played an ODI at The Grange, with the visitors running out winners. The most recent meeting was at the 2015 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, with Australia again triumphant. The announcement comes on the eve of the clash between Scotland and Australia in St Lucia in Group B of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Trudy Lindblade, Cricket Scotland Chief Executive, said: “We are delighted to announce these fixtures, ...

Jun 15, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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Cricket’s Golden Ticket launched as international tickets go on sale Source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media (eLanka) Cricket fans will have the chance to win a money can’t buy Golden Ticket when general public tickets for the 2024-25 international cricket season go on sale today (June 14) at 11am venue local time. When fans purchase a ticket to either the NRMA Insurance Men’s Border-Gavaskar Trophy Series or the CommBank Women’s Ashes Test by June 30, 2024, they’ll go into the draw for a chance to win one of six Golden Tickets. All fans who purchased tickets in the pre-sale window from June 4-13 will be automatically included in the draw. As the ultimate upgrade to their Test Match ticket, the Golden Ticket winners and a guest will experience a pitch walk, a behind the scenes tour, a meet and greet with an Australian player, a ticket upgrade to corporate ...

Jun 14, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , , , ,
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Record 67% increase in demand for Border-Gavaskar Tests Tickets on opening day of priority sale for Australian Summer 2425   Source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media (eLanka) Cricket Australia has witnessed an unprecedented surge in ticket demand for the Border-Gavaskar Tests on the first day of sales for the upcoming Australia Cricket Summer. The five-Test NRMA Insurance Border-Gavaskar Trophy series has seen a remarkable 67% increase in demand compared to the previous highest for an India Test series in 2018-19. As expected, Boxing Day at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) emerged as the hottest property, attracting cricket enthusiasts from all corners. Additionally, the Sydney New Year’s Test, bolstered by the iconic McGrath Day activities, experienced strong ticket sales, reflecting the fans’ eagerness to be part of the annual charitable event. Brisbane also saw a significant uptick in interest, with numerous fans expressing their excitement to revisit the Gabba, where ...

Jun 8, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , ,
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Ticket pricing for India and Pakistan Fan Zones Cricket Australia is excited to announce fan zone ticket pricing for the highly anticipated NRMA Insurance Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India and the Dettol ODI and T20I series against Pakistan. Fans can access priority pricing during the pre-sale window (June 4 – 13) by registering for free at the following link: https://www.cricket.com.au/presale-signup. General ticket sales will commence on 14 June. Here is the adult fan zone pre-sale and general ticket pricing for both series: INDIA Fan Zones during NRMA Insurance Border-Gavaskar Trophy Perth Test Pre-sale Price: $39 AUD General Sale Price: $45 AUD  Day-Night Adelaide Test Pre-sale Price: $46 AU General Sale Price: $53 AU Brisbane Test Pre-sale Price: $30 – $43 AUD General Sale Price: $30 – $50 AUD Melbourne Test Pre-sale Price: $30 – $46 AUD General Sale Price: $30 – $53 AUD  Sydney Pink Test Pre-sale Price: $30 – $51 ...

May 30, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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eLanka Newsletter – 26th May 2024 – 8th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter HERMAN PERERA – Writer / Director / Producer – FILM MAKER – Sunny Mansion Plating it forward – on AUSTRALIAN STORY (ABC Monday night & iVIEW) & OTHER ITEMS Beware of the Weather Gods – By Capt Elmo Jayawardena SUNDAY CHOICE – I refuse to be discouraged – By Charles Schokman The release of 1 million barrels of gasoline may not make a dent in the energy prices – By Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena Wasim Akram and Ravi Shastri among 54 named as Cricket Australia’s Multicultural Ambassadors for two years HUMANOID ROBOTS TO TURN THE WORLD UPSIDE DOWN – By N.S.Venkataraman Life in a Toxic Relationships & Interactions – By Nisal Rukshan HPL FACTORY OFFICERS EMPOWERED WITH THE LATEST STRATEGIES OF INDUSTRY AND TECHNOLOGY – ...

May 26, 2024 Posted by In Articles, eLanka Newsletters Tagged , , , , , ,
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Wasim Akram and Ravi Shastri among 54 named as Cricket Australia’s Multicultural Ambassadors for two years source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultual Media  Melbourne, 22 May 2024: Cricket Australia is proud to launch its Multicultural Ambassador Program, naming 54 people with diverse background and experience across government, business, sport, media and community as the as the inaugural representatives. Announced as a key action from the Australian Cricket Multicultural Action Plan, the Ambassador Program brings together esteemed leaders from various sectors to advocate for inclusivity and drive positive change within the sport and wider community. The list of ambassadors includes many past and current players, as well as industry and community leaders, who will champion diversity and support the goals outlined in the Multicultural Action Plan. Inaugural ambassadors include Usman Khawaja, Mel Jones, Wasim Akram, Ravi Shastri, Lisa Sthalekar, Kishwar Chowdhury, Alana King, Peter Varghese, Swati Dave and Fawad Ahmed. The ...

May 22, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Indian Australian Multicultural Sports Association wins Cricket Australia’s Community Cricket Association of the Year Award     Melbourne, 20 May 2024: Cricket Australia has announced its National Community Cricket Award winners this week which celebrate the amazing contribution and tireless work of the volunteers at the heart of grassroots cricket. In addition to this top award, Sanjay Sharma, President of IAMSA in the ACT, received the Inclusion & Diversity Initiative of the Year award, recognizing his exceptional efforts in promoting inclusivity in the sport. These accolades, announced during National Volunteer Week, highlights the outstanding dedication and impact of grassroots cricket volunteers. Cricket Australia extends heartfelt congratulations to all winners and nominees for their invaluable contributions to cricket and their local communities. National Community Award Winners Celebrating Cricket in Schools – Southern Cross Catholic College, Townsville, QLD Community Cricket Association of the Year– Indian Australian Multicultural Sports Association, ACT Toyota Community ...

May 20, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , ,
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Cricket Australia establishes Pakistan Fan Zones for all six matches source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media (eLanka) Melbourne, 17 May 2024: Cricket Australia (CA) has announced Pakistan fan zones will be created for the Australia-Pakistan white-ball series in November ensuring a vibrant start to the men’s international summer. This exciting initiative aligns with CA’s Multicultural Action Plan, which is designed to foster inclusivity and provide brilliant experiences for cricket fans from diverse backgrounds. The Pakistan men’s cricket team will feature in three ODIs and three T20Is, commencing 4 November at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). CA has designated specific seating areas for Pakistani fans across all six venues. Within the venues, fans will be able to access prayer areas, as well enjoy a selection of halal food, ensuring that fans can enjoy the matches comfortably and with cultural considerations in mind. CA has previously announced the creation of ...

May 17, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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Ashton Agar: Now Freelance Gun for Cricketing Hire-by Alex Malcolm Source:Thuppahis Alex Malcolm in ESPNcricinfo, 20 April 2024  ………………espncricinfo The spinner explains he decided not to take a domestic contract with WA in order to maximise playing opportunities globally while he remains intent on playing for Australia. Ashton Agar has become the latest Australian player to make the bold decision to become a freelance global gun-for-hire, and he couldn’t be more excited about it. But the 30-year-old says he remains committed to trying to play for Australia in all three formats, including Test cricket, and playing domestic cricket for Western Australia when he’s available despite opting not to sign a state contract for 2024-25. The decision was made following lengthy and collaborative consultations with WA’s general manager of high performance Kade Harvey, WA coach Adam Voges, Australia coach Andrew McDonald and chairman of selectors George Bailey after Agar did not receive a Cricket ...

May 14, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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