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Cricket Australia is thrilled to announce the appointment of former West Indian Captain Carl Hooper as a Multicultural Ambassador for a two-year term. source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media (eLanka) Hooper’s appointment is part of Cricket Australia’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, as outlined in their Multicultural Action Plan. The full list of ambassadors can be found here: www.cricket.com.au A key action in Australian Cricket’s Multicultural Action Plan, the Multicultural Ambassador Program provides a platform for 58 influential leaders from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including past and current players, government officials, business leaders, media personalities, and community champions who will advocate for inclusion and diversity. The objective is to create more opportunities for multicultural members of the community to engage with cricket, and to understand and break down barriers that exist for multicultural participants in cricket and the wider community. The ambassadors will focus on five key areas: – Participation ...

Nov 21, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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“We absolutely want to see cricket grow”, Nick Hockley on Afghanistan cricket   Source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media ( eLanka ) Considering Afghanistan’s remarkable win against Australia, Cricket Australia’s CEO Nick Hockley congratulated the Afghan team for their exceptional performance. He acknowledged the challenges faced by Afghan cricketers, particularly in the context of human rights issues affecting women’s cricket in the country. “We absolutely want to see cricket grow and thrive all around the world for women and men,” Hockley said. Hockley also expressed hope for future progress that would allow for the resumption of bilateral cricket between Australia and Afghanistan. Despite current restrictions, Cricket Australia maintains close communication with the Afghanistan Cricket Board and remains committed to supporting the growth of the sport in Afghanistan. During the press conference, Nick Hockley addressed questions regarding the support for Afghan women’s cricket. He noted that several Afghan women cricketers ...

Jul 3, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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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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Twenty 20 ( T 20) A Game Changer But LPL 2024 Played to Barren stands in Pallekele – By Sunil Thenabadu In the landscape of contemporary cricket, Twenty20 (T20) cricket originated in England in 2003  has arose as a game-modifier, redefining the way cricket is played, viewed, and experienced. Since its inception, T20 cricket has revolutionized the sport, offering an extremely  fast-paced and exhilarating format that has seized the imagination. But Lanka Premier League 2024 Played to Barren Stands In Pallekele The format, characterized by its fast-paced nature and limited overs, aimed to provide a more entertaining and spectator-friendly version of the game. The inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007, won by India, marked a turning point for the format, sparking a surge in popularity and paving the way for the global expansion of T20 cricket. At the heart of T20 cricket’s plea is its fast-paced and action-packed nature. With ...

Jul 3, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Sunil Thenabadu Tagged , , , , , ,
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Sydney Thunder to launch Tape Ball tournament with cultural festival Source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media (eLanka) Western Sydney BBL club Sydney Thunder will launch an innovative Tape Ball League this month with a free South Asian themed cultural festival. The festival, on Saturday June 29 at Cricket Central in Sydney Olympic Park, will feature casual tape ball games, food vendors, henna painting and face painting, along with appearances from current Thunder stars Tanveer Sangha and Phoebe Litchfield, as well as Pakistani-born former Australian international and Thunder representative Fawad Ahmed. Festival guests will also be able to hear from comedian and MC Nazeem Hussain, watch performances from Bhangra dancers and Dhol drummers, amongst a host of activities for children. The cultural festival will set up a massive 24 hours of entertainment for cricket fans with the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the Caribbean starting at ...

Jun 5, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , ,
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New Plan to Drive Growth in Women and Girls’ Cricket source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media – eLanka MEDIA RELEASE April 30, 2024 Australian Cricket has launched its Women and Girls Action Plan to keep cricket at the forefront of the women’s sports revolution by driving significant increases in participation, audiences, commercial revenue and representation over the next ten years. Increased investment in female-friendly infrastructure, grassroots programs, player payments and competitions and pathways are key features of the plan which has set bold targets to enhance all aspects of cricket for women and girls. There will be a major focus on filling stadiums and growing viewing audiences for women’s internationals and the WBBL and creating more playing opportunities and higher player payments. As a result, the WBBL will feature a 40-game regular season (in line with the BBL) and a new domestic women’s T20 competition will be introduced creating ...

Apr 30, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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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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