Jul 08, 2024 03:11 PM IST Pat Cummins called for a window for Test cricket so that players don’t have to choose between the longest format and franchise cricket. Australia Test captain Pat Cummins has called for cricket administrators to consider separate windows for the longest format of the game so that players don’t have...
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Cricket Australia launches exciting lucky draw for Test Cricket fans
In an effort to bolster enthusiasm for Test cricket, Cricket Australia has announced a new and exciting initiative for fans. Cricketer Scott Boland revealed that fans purchasing tickets for any Test match this season will automatically be entered into a golden ticket lucky draw. This move is part of Cricket Australia’s broader strategy to attract...
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Ex-Australian opener Burns to represent Italy as a tribute to late brother
Melbourne: Former Australian Test opener Joe Burns has switched allegiance to Italy in a bid to help the Europeans qualify for the 2026 T20 World Cup as a tribute to his late brother. Burns, who played 23 Tests from 2014-20, was left out of Queensland state’s contracts list for the coming domestic season in Australia...
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Mitchell Starc hints at quitting ODIs to focus more on franchise cricket
Although the 34-year-old did not explicitly mention which format he might give up, it is presumed to be One Day Internationals (ODIs), especially given that the next 50-over World Cup is scheduled for 2027, PTI reported. Starc, acquired by Kolkata Knight Riders for a record ₹24.75 crore, showcased brilliance during the crucial stages of the...
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Nathan Lyon interview | On batting on one leg, ‘The Test’ and IPL 2024
Nathan Lyon in ‘The Test’ | Photo Credit: Prime Video Nathan Lyon hobbles and limps gingerly as he walks out to bat to a cheering audience at the Lord’s Cricket Ground. Batting on one leg and visibly in discomfort due to a calf injury, Nathan would go on to add four off 13 excruciating balls...
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Lyon says Australia would have won Ashes 4-0 if he was not injured
In short: Nathan Lyon said he believes Australia would have won the 2023 Ashes series 4-0 if he had not been injured. Lyon injured his calf in the second Test at Lords, which Australia won to take a 2-0 lead, but ultimately the series was tied. What’s next? Lyon says winning a Test series in...