Amre on Tendulkar's Epic 1992 Perth Century vs Australia
Pravin Amre revisits Sachin Tendulkar's iconic 114 at Perth in 1992, describing the treacherous pitch cracks that challenged even world-class bowlers. A masterclass in batting history.
Category : Search result: MCG Test pitch
Uthappa: MCG pitch challenging but not unplayable
Ex-India batter Robin Uthappa dissects the MCG Test pitch, calling for a batting mindset reset. He argues 250 can be competitive if batters show Pujara-like grit. Read his sharp analysis.
Vaughan: MCG a 'lottery', Sydney key for England
Michael Vaughan calls the MCG pitch a 'lottery' and says the Sydney Ashes Test is pivotal for the McCullum-Stokes era. Get the full analysis and expert insights here.
ICC rates Eden Gardens pitch 'Satisfactory', no sanctions
ICC rates Eden Gardens pitch 'Satisfactory' after India vs South Africa Test. Kolkata escapes sanctions. Full details on the match and pitch assessment here.
Gurgaon MCG seals 7 properties for Rs 1.8 crore tax dues
MCG Gurgaon sealed seven properties for non-payment of Rs 1.8 crore in property tax. The drive, led by Zonal Taxation Officer Pankaj Kumar, resulted in a single-day collection of Rs 7 crore. Read more about the crackdown and the use of AI to boost revenue
Eden Gardens Pitch Gets 'Satisfactory' Rating from ICC
The ICC has given a 'satisfatory' rating to the Eden Gardens pitch used for the India vs South Africa Test. Match referee David Boon submitted the report. Discover the details and implications.
Cook's Fun Banter on MCG Pitch Change for 4th Ashes Test
Former England captain Alastair Cook humorously suggests the MCG pitch was altered because officials didn't enjoy watching him bat for two days. Dive into the light-hearted Ashes banter and the actual reasons behind the pitch change.
ICC rates Eden Gardens pitch 'Satisfactory' after 3-day Test
ICC match referee Richie Richardson gives Eden Gardens pitch a 'satisfactory' rating for the 2nd India-South Africa Test, a match that ended in just three days. Get the full story on the pitch debate and South Africa's historic win.
Hayden blasts Australia batting coach after Ashes Test
Matthew Hayden criticises Michael di Venuto for Australia's batting failures in the Ashes. Steve Smith defends the coach. Read the full story here.
ICC 'Satisfactory' rating for Kolkata pitch after 3-day Test
ICC match referee Richie Richardson gives 'satisfactory' rating to Eden Gardens pitch for India-South Africa Test that ended in 3 days. Gautam Gambhir defends wicket, while Kotak offers contrasting view. Read the full analysis.
Uthappa: Bat like Pujara, Rahane on spicy MCG pitch
Robin Uthappa says batters can succeed on tough MCG tracks with the right mindset, citing Pujara & Rahane as examples. Match referee rated pitch 'unsatisfactory'.
David Warner's Self-Deprecating Post Goes Viral After Ashes Test
Australian opener David Warner's humorous social media post after the Melbourne Ashes Test goes viral. He joked about signing more autographs than scoring runs. Read the full story.
ICC gives MCG demerit point for 'unsatisfactory' Ashes pitch
ICC rates MCG pitch 'unsatisfactory' after 4th Ashes Test ends in 2 days. Venue gets 1 demerit point; match referee cites excessive bowler favour. Read the full details and financial impact.
MCG pitch rated unsatisfactory, gets ICC demerit point
The ICC has rated the MCG pitch used in the 4th Ashes Test as 'unsatisfactory' and handed it one demerit point. England captain Ben Stokes and Cricket Australia have both criticised the surface. Read the full details.
MCG Pitch Rated 'Unsatisfactory' by ICC After 2-Day Test
ICC rates MCG pitch 'unsatisfactory' after Boxing Day Ashes Test ends in just two days. CA confident of better pitch for 2027 Centenary Test. Full details inside.
ICC rates MCG Ashes Test pitch as 'Unsatisfactory'
The ICC has handed the Melbourne Cricket Ground a demerit point after the pitch for the 4th Ashes Test was deemed too bowler-friendly. Read the full details and implications for the iconic venue.
McDonald Supports MCG Curator After Ashes Pitch Row
Australia coach Andrew McDonald defends MCG curator Matt Page after grassy pitch leads to a 2-day Ashes Test, causing a $6.7 million loss. He warns against authorities interfering in pitch preparation.
MCG Test ends in 2 days, Gavaskar criticises pitch rating
Boxing Day Test at MCG ends inside two days, costing CA over $10M. Sunil Gavaskar questions pitch rating double standards. Read the full analysis.
Root Slams MCG Pitch After Two-Day Ashes Test
England's Joe Root calls the Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch 'spicy' and unfit for regular play after a historic two-day Ashes Test. Get the full details on the pitch controversy.
Cook Slams MCG Pitch After 2-Day Ashes Test
Former England captain Alastair Cook criticises the 'sub-standard' MCG pitch after England's 2-day win in the Boxing Day Ashes Test. He apologises to fans and praises Ben Stokes' leadership.
Boxing Day Test Pitch Fiasco Shocks MCG Curator
Melbourne Cricket Ground curator Matt Page expresses shock after the India vs South Africa Test ends in two days. The pitch's extreme pace and bounce spark controversy. Read the full story.
Ashes Test at MCG ends in two days, curator shocked
The Boxing Day Ashes Test at the MCG concluded in just two days, leaving the pitch curator in disbelief. All attention now shifts to the Sydney pitch for the final match.
Boycott Blasts MCG Pitch, Demands Curator Accountability
Geoffrey Boycott criticises MCG pitch with excessive grass after 4th Ashes Test ends in 2 days. Read his scathing column and analysis of the match.
MCG pitch shock leaves Cricket Australia with huge revenue loss
Melbourne Cricket Ground curator Matt Page in shock after two-day Ashes Test ends prematurely, causing a multi-million dollar revenue shortfall for Cricket Australia. Read the full story.
England's Next Gen Stars Shine in Boxing Day Test Win
England's young guns Gus Atkinson, Harry Brook, and Josh Tongue set the tone for a dominant Boxing Day Test win over Australia, signaling a bright future for the team. Read the full analysis.
Historic Records Set During Ashes Fourth Test at MCG
The fourth Ashes Test at the MCG witnessed historic milestones. Explore the key records broken by Steve Smith, Pat Cummins, and England's tailenders in a thrilling contest.
2009 Kotla Pitch Fiasco: When an ODI Was Abandoned as Unsafe
Relive the infamous day at Feroz Shah Kotla when the 5th India-Sri Lanka ODI was abandoned after 23.3 overs due to a dangerous and unpredictable pitch. A dark chapter in Delhi's cricket history.
Stokes on England's historic Ashes win at MCG
England captain Ben Stokes dedicated the Boxing Day Test win to the fans after a thrilling six-wicket victory over Australia at the MCG. Read his full reaction and match highlights.
Ben Stokes' Brutal Critique of MCG Pitch for T20 World Cup
England captain Ben Stokes delivers a scathing assessment of the MCG pitch used for the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match, calling it substandard. Read his full comments.
Smith Blames MCG Grass for 2-Day Ashes Test Finish
Australian captain Steve Smith criticises the grassy MCG pitch after England's win in a two-day Ashes Test. Read his full analysis of the challenging conditions.
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