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TEST CRICKET IN THE LIMELIGHT AS AUSTRALIA-INDIA RIVALRY GROWS Source: Cricket Australia – CA Multicultural Media – eLanka Cricket Australia (CA) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are delighted the storied rivalry between the countries will get even bigger next summer as Test cricket continues to thrive. The first men’s five-match NRMA Insurance Test series between Australia and India since 1991-92 will be a highlight of the 2024-25 international schedule to be announced in coming days. The extension of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for this and future series recognises the standing of the nations which contested the 2023 ICC World Test Championship final as well as their enduring commitment to the game’s preeminent international format. India’s supporters flocked to the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup in Australia in huge numbers and the extended tour will provide a wonderful opportunity for fans across the country, including Australia’s growing ...

Mar 25, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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The Tollywood film stars in a Celebrity Cricket Carnival in Melbourne for the 1st time Champions in the T20 exhibition match. By CCC in Melbourne – sent by Johann Dias Jayasinha The Tollywood Film stars from South India was in Melbourne for the 1st time on a Multicultural tour and played in an exhibition T20 Cricket match at Chirnside Park Werribee in front of almost Two Thousand fans. Chairman Sai Krishna from Celebrity Cricket Carnival in Australia who is responsible for the 4-day tour bringing the 14 Film Stars to Melbourne Australia. South Indian film stars (Tollywood) attended a meet and greet function in Point cook where 450 fans gathered for the dinner function. As the Stars in their spare time visited The Great Ocean Road, Melbourne CBD and Wildlife Ballarat Park to experience Victoria. CCC Chairman Mr Sai Krishna donated AUD $5000 to the Royal children’s Hospital on the ...

Mar 18, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Photo Gallery, Photos Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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More Kumars and Singhs as South-Asian Participation Surges in Australian Cricket source: Cricket Australia – CA Multimedia – eLanka According to Cricket Australia’s statistics Smith is no more the most common name among registered players in Australian Cricket. Australian players registration data for the 2023-24 season showed that Singh was the most registered surname with 4262 entries while 2364 Smiths were registered. Further emphasizing this growth, South-Asian surnames Kumar, Patel, Sharma and Khan among the top 16 out of 494 registered players on Cricket Australia’s players registration portal “Play HQ”. This significant trend highlights the growth in South-Asian registered participation has also impacted by Pakistan’s red ball team’s recent tour to Australia, which contributed to increasing these statistics. Cultural & linguistically diverse (CALD) Cricket participation continues to grow across Australian Cricket with a 36% increase since the last pre-COVID season in 2019/20. This comes as Cricket Australia (CA) actively pursues ...

Mar 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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From Mumbai to Melbourne: Omkar Vechalekar Pursuing cricket dreams in Australia Source Credit: Cricket Australia Multicultural Media – eLanka As part of the Multicultural Action Plan to foster diversity and inclusivity, Cricket Australia is proud to announce the launch of “People in Cricket” Season 2. This initiative aims to spotlight the remarkable journeys of multicultural cricket enthusiasts contributing to Australian cricket. Building upon the success of Season 1, which unveiled the untold stories of nine passionate South Asians making strides in Australian cricket, Season 2 will introduce 10 more individuals from diverse backgrounds who are making valuable contributions across the country. Among these inspiring individuals is Omkar Vechalekar, whose journey from Mumbai to Melbourne reflects his unwavering dedication to the sport. Embracing cricket as his primary language, Omkar currently serves as a Multicultural Participation Specialist at Cricket Victoria. In his role, Omkar not only bridges connections between multicultural communities and ...

Feb 19, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , ,
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Cricket Australia commits to Multicultural Action Plan SQUAD Nepal turns one Source: (c) Cricket Australia – Multicultural Media – eLanka To embrace diversity and inclusiveness, Cricket Australia proudly celebrates the first anniversary of the SQUAD Nepal Facebook group on Saturday, 10 February. This digital platform with 2.5k group members, tailored for cricket enthusiasts within the Nepalese community residing in Australia, has emerged as a pivotal channel for connectivity and collaboration. Cricket Australia’s Multicultural Action Plan endeavours to grow the game and connect multicultural communities in Australia. Cricket Australia also takes this opportunity to highlight the invaluable contributions of Nepalese community members who have become integral stakeholders in Australian cricket. Michael Hennessy, Fan Engagement Manager (SQUADS): ‘’We are committed to implement Multicultural Action Plan to embrace the inclusiveness and diversity in Australian cricket. “We feel proud to celebrate the first anniversary of Squad Nepal Facebook group where fans can express their ...

Feb 14, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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Arrowheads directed at AUSTRALIA DAY…..Today-by Michael Roberts Source:Thuppahis Item in THE ADVERTISER Newspaper in Adelaide … web-reference gone walkabout … But see ………………………… https://www.adelaidenow.com.au/sport/cricket/cricket-australia-boss-nick-hockley-left-speechless-after-grilling-from-radio-host/news-story/199aa83d0e60b1da470ce4721b05b861 The issue that’s reaching boiling point today is the Australia Day debate. Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins has added his voice to calls to change the date from January 26: “My personal opinion  INSERTION: photos of typical Australia Day displays in Sydney in 2023 as  concurrent ceremnies occurred in all cities, town and villages Image Source:Thuppahis Air Force “Roulettes” in fly past in 2023 I absolutely love Australia and think it is the best country in the world by a mile. I think we should have an Australia Day, but I think we can probably find a more appropriate date to celebrate. Australia Day is meant to be a celebration of everything Australia in our history. I think we could choose a better date.’’ ...

Jan 26, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Michael Roberts 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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CA Congratulates Ellyse Perry on 300 international matches Source: Ellyse Perry wins Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Award – © ICC 2023 | Courtesy of ICC | Media Zone Access by Trevine Rodrigo (eLanka) Cricket Australia (CA) congratulates Ellyse Perry on her 300th international match. The 33-year-old allrounder reached the significant milestone overnight in Australia’s T20I win over India at DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai. Perry finished 34 not out and hit the winning runs to secure a 6-wicket victory. Perry made her international debut against New Zealand in July 2007 as a 16-year-old before she had played a domestic match at senior level. Through her 300 games, Perry has been part of six T20 World Cup wins, two ODI World Cups titles and a Commonwealth Games gold medal. One of Australia’s greatest ever allrounders, no player has taken more wickets for Australia than Perry’s 323 across all three formats, while her 6,585 runs ...

Jan 8, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Warner fails after two lives in rain shortened second day. – By TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE.  (eLanka Sports editor) Australia limped to 106 for 2 off 47 overs when bad light followed by rain, brought a halt to the second day’s play which was subsequently abandoned.  David Warner playing his last Test,  survived two lives but was unable to capitalise on his good fortune to be snapped up at first slip for 34. A clearly disappointed Warner left the SCG to a standing ovation from the 30,000 plus crowd. His close buddy and opening partner for many years, Usman Khawaja figured in their 22nd 50 run partnership before Warner departed.   Khawaja who has had tremendous success at the SCG appeared set for a half century until Pakistan’s batting hero Aamir Jamal bowling with venom, forced him to edge one to the slips for a painstaking 47. Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith ...

Jan 4, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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