Tag: Melbourne Cricket Ground
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Ashes Fourth Test at the MCG: Drama That Refuses to Die
Introduction: The MCG stage for a living Ashes drama The Ashes is supposed to be a battle that ends with a winner, yet the fourth Test at the MCG has reminded cricket fans that the series remains a narrative with twists, turns, and moments that linger long after the final ball. Even when a series…
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Boxing Day XI Delay: Australia Deliberates on MCG Pitch
Why the XI is not locked in yet The Boxing Day Test is one of cricket’s most anticipated fixtures, but Australia’s leadership is taking a cautious approach. Stand-in captain Steve Smith revealed that selectors want another close look at the pitch before naming the playing XI, underscoring a desire to tailor selection to the specific…
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Ashes: Why Australia Haven’t Named Their Boxing Day Test XI Yet
Why Australia is Holding Off on XI Selection Australia’s on-field leadership and selection team have chosen not to rush the Boxing Day Test XI. As stand-in captain Steve Smith noted after the pre-Christmas build-up, selectors want to take one more close look at the Melbourne Cricket Ground surface, described as a “quite furry” track that…
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Ashes 2024-25: Cummins out, Lyon injured; Smith captains Australia
Ashes shake-up: Smith takes the reins as Cummins rests The Ashes series continues to throw up surprises as Australia announces a refreshed lineup for the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. With captain Pat Cummins rested and veteran spinner Nathan Lyon facing surgery for a torn right hamstring, selectors have named Steve Smith to lead the…