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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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Boxing Day Test ticket sales surge at a rapid pace The enthusiasm is evident as the tickets of Pakistan Bay for Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test match at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) are already sold out, particularly in the dedicated Pakistan Fan Bay, which notably serves as an alcohol-free zone. Adding to the festive atmosphere, Cricket Australia has announced the establishment of a dedicated Pakistan Fan Zone located outside Gate 4 of the MCG. This fan-centric area named as “The Outfield,” is set to transform into a vibrant “Cricket Mela” for Pakistan supporters. Attendees can look forward to a cultural extravaganza featuring Karachi food trucks, traditional Char Pai’s, and the tape ball cricket, creating an immersive experience for fans to celebrate their passion for cricket. ...

Dec 24, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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Nathan Lyon grabs the headlines with his 500th and Australia grab the first Test. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports editor) Australia’s bowlers were clinical in their demolition job, ripping apart any hope of a Pakistan revival as they thumped the visitors by 361 runs on a treacherous Perth wicket. But the day’s play belonged to Nathan Lyon Australia’s off spinning GOAT who went on to claim his 500th Test wicket and writing his name in the record books as the third Australian to achieve this remarkable feat. The stadium erupted as he claimed the scalp of Faheem Ashraff and all of Australia would undoubtedly have acknowledged the tireless spinner’s fantastic milestone. He joins Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath in the elite company. The comprehensive thrashing was fashioned on the lead of 450 runs as Australia’s batters accelerated to 233 for 5 on a wicket that was deteriorating ...

Dec 18, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged , , , , ,
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    Incredible images reveal the first EVER bat used by Australian cricket legend Don Bradman as Google digitally restores a treasure trove of memorabilia       . First ever bat of Don Bradman, now more than a century old, is imaged in incredible definition  The Google Arts & Culture project  includes a look at some of cricket’s most iconic places and artefacts Other bats include Dennis Lillie’s aluminium one and one used by Victor Trumper in the 19th century  A range of priceless cricket memorabillia, including the first bat of Don Bradman have been digitally restored by oogle Arts and Culture to bring the sport’s rich history to life in the wake of a rejuvination of the ‘gentlemen’s game’ in the public eye.  Its present continues to enthral spectators, with the heroics of Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer during the latest Ashes test and the World Cup final last ...

Aug 31, 2019 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , Comments 0
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