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id Mubarak to everyone celebrating in Australia & around the world Source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media – eLanka   Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating in Australia & around the world Asalaam-u-alaikum! On behalf of everyone at Cricket Australia I’d like to wish Eid Mubarak to all those families and friends that are coming together and celebrating today. Just as cricket brings people together, so does Eid in a time of reflection of celebration and I hope this Eid is a time where we all come together, we work together in a spirit of harmony and respect. Eid Mubarak.   Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

Apr 10, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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Sophie Molineux earns CA contract ahead of blockbuster year   Source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media – eLanka Cricket Australia announces a 17-strong group of centrally contracted women’s players ahead of the T20 World Cup and Ashes. Sophie Molineux’s outstanding return to international cricket has seen the allrounder earn a spot on Cricket Australia’s contract list, as part of a 17-strong women’s group for the 2024-25 schedule that features a T20 World Cup and Ashes. Molineux had earned an upgrade to the 2023-24 contract list last month during Australia’s tour of Bangladesh, and her excellent returns across five matches in that series see her effectively retain her place. Meg Lanning is the only player to drop off last season’s list, following the former Australia captain’s retirement from international cricket last November. CA contracted women’s players 2024-25: Darcie Brown, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Heather Graham, Grace Harris, Alyssa Healy, Jessica ...

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Sophie Molineux makes dream return as Australia seal ODI series Source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media – eLanka Molineux took 3 wickets from her first 10 overs in ODI cricket since October 2021, as Bangladesh were bowled out for 97 after electing to bat first at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. Nine of the ten wickets fell to spin, with left-armer Molineux backed up by leggies Alana King (2-15) and Georgia Wareham (2-30) and off-spinner Ashleigh Gardner (2-22). Ellyse Perry then anchored Australia’s chase, hitting an unbeaten 35 from 50 deliveries as she steered the tourists to their target in 23.5 overs. Sophie Molineux expressed her happiness about being back in a post-match press conference. “It’s just nice to be back.” “I think that all bowlers performed really well today, especially the spinners and then to get over the line, it’s a good day for us. “The spinners were able ...

Mar 25, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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THE SAINTS QUADRANGULAR CRICKET MATCH(26/1/2024) Source : SPC OBSC Melbourne: Newsletter – Summer 2023-2024 St Peter’s triumphed in the tournament final winning against St Joseph’s(the College last won this tournament in 2022) SPC played the Bens in the first game where we made 132 runs to win the game. In the final against the Joes, we made 131 to win by 13 runs. Against the Joes, the Best player was Vinu Mohotty who scored 40 not out. Kaushal Lokuarachchi(Our Captain and former Sri Lanka Cap) took 4 vital wkts. Congratulations to our Cricketers. The Ladies’ match was won by Holy Family Convent. ...

Feb 14, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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ODI World Champions brace for West Indies challenge © Cricket Australia – Multicultural Media – eLanka  The reigning World Cup champions, gear up to face the West Indies in the upcoming three match Dettol ODI series. The series will kick off with a day-night fixture at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday, February 2, at 2:30 pm AEDT. A historic Test win in Australia after 27 years, the West Indies are entering the ODI series with full of confidence. Their remarkable Test performance has set the stage for an exciting showdown in the white ball series against the host side, whose squad includes a mix of experienced players and some new faces. The action will shift to the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) for the second ODI, creating an electric atmosphere in one of Australia’s cricketing hubs. The final clash is scheduled to take place at Manuka Oval in ...

Jan 31, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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CA to engage Multicultural Kids during the first AUSvWI Test In a vibrant celebration of diversity and cricket, multicultural children aged 5 to 14 years will participate in an on-ground Woolworths Cricket Blast activity during the lunch break on Day 2 of the Adelaide Test between Australia and West Indies. This program is initiated by the Woolworths Community Fund (WWCF) with a collaboration of the Adelaide Pakistani Multicultural Group to promote inclusivity and a love for cricket among the younger generation. The WWCF aims to extend the reach of cricket across States and Territories, creating opportunities for more children to participate in programs like Woolworths Cricket Blast. As an additional treat, the participating kids will watch Day 2 of the Australia vs West Indies Test at the Adelaide Oval.  ...

Jan 17, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged ,
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Australian women’s T20I and ODI squads announced for CommBank International series; Governor-General’s XI confirmed The Cricket Australia National Selection Panel (NSP) has today named the Australian squads for the T20I and ODI components of the women’s CommBank multi-format series against South Africa. There is minimal change to the squad which claimed ODI (3-0) and T20I (2-1) series victories over India earlier this month. The only variation to the squad between formats is the addition of Alana King for the ODIs, who comes in for batter Grace Harris at the conclusion of the T20Is. The squad for the Test match at the WACA Ground will be selected following the first ODI. All matches will be broadcast live on Seven, Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports and ABC Radio. Australian squad Alyssa Healy (NSW / Sydney Sixers / Sydney CC – Captain) Darcie Brown (SA / Adelaide Strikers / Northern Districts CC) Heather Graham ...

Jan 12, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , ,
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SRI LANKA CRICKET NEWS (DECEMBER  2023) Compiled by Victor Melder Members of the national selection panel are set to be the first casualties post World Cup in which the national cricket team had a disastrous campaign. Despite Sri Lanka finishing ninth in the ten-team event and failing to qualify for the Champions Trophy, none holding key positions within the national cricket team had stepped down. Although previous Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe and other bodies attached to the Sports Ministry were keen to change the selection panel headed by former fast bowler Pramodya Wickremasinghe, there was tough resistance from Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC). However, with Harin Fernando taking charge as Sports Minister following the dismissal of Ranasinghe, Fernando had discussed changes moving forward with fresh thinking coming in. Accordingly, SLC will advertise for selectors and in due time will pick a competent team.Under Pramodya, Sri Lanka ended up playing three qualifying ...

Jan 2, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Victor Melder Tagged , , , , , , , , , ,
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Hussey and Larsen to be inducted in the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame The Australian Cricket Hall of Fame Committee, together with Cricket Australia (CA) and the Australian Cricketers’ Association (ACA), has announced Michael Hussey and Lyn Larsen AM as inductees into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame. Hussey and Larsen become the 62nd and 63rd inductees into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame, established in 1996. Media Opportunity: Australian Cricket Hall of Fame inductee Michael Hussey and Australian Cricket Hall of Fame Chair Peter King will be available to media this morning at 8.15am AEDT at the Dennis Lillee Statue at the MCG. Lyn Larsen will be available for interviews upon request. VNR: Click here to download vision and photos of Australian Cricket Hall of Fame inductee Lyn Larsen. Michael Hussey Michael Hussey was a prolific batter for Australia and Western Australia and as renowned for his incredible ability ...

Dec 26, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , , ,
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