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.
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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.
Gurgaon Air Quality: Only 4 of 125 Roads Dust-Free, Says CAQM
A CAQM inspection in Gurgaon found severe road dust and waste management failures by MCG, with only 4 out of 125 roads dust-free. Learn about the health risks and mandated actions.
Gurgaon MCG's Rs 470 Crore Road Sweeping Proposal
MCG Gurgaon submits a revised Rs 470 crore plan for mechanised and manual road sweeping, zone-wise. Plan aims to boost Swachh Bharat Mission and city sanitation. Read details.
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.
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.
Steve Smith credits England after MCG defeat
Australian batter Steve Smith lauds England's performance in the MCG T20, crediting Ben Stokes's side for their well-executed plans. Read his full analysis here.
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.
Smith overtakes Border in all-time Ashes run-scoring list
Steve Smith overtakes Allan Border to become Australia's second-highest run-scorer in Ashes history during the dramatic fourth Test at MCG. England clinch a thrilling win in a bowler-dominated contest.
MCG Pitch Fiasco: CA CEO, Stars Criticize Conditions
Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg calls Melbourne pitch 'bad for business' after Test fiasco. Kevin Pietersen & Dinesh Karthik question selective criticism. Full details inside.
Boxing Day Test Ends in 2 Days, CA Stares at Huge Loss
Cricket Australia faces a major financial blow as the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan concludes inside two days. CEO Nick Hockley admits to sleepless nights over revenue impact. Details inside.
England End 18-Match Winless Streak in Australia
England's men's cricket team breaks an 18-match winless streak in Australia, securing a dramatic 2-day victory in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG. Read the full match report.
Ashes 2025: Second Test in Series Ends Within Two Days
For the second time in the Ashes 2025-26 series, an Australia vs England Test match has finished inside two days. Explore the historic list of Ashes Tests with such rapid conclusions.
CA CEO: 'Short Tests are bad for business' after Ashes chaos
Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg admits to sleepless nights after a 20-wicket Day 1 in the Boxing Day Test. He warns short Tests hurt revenue and hints at board intervention in pitch prep. Read more.
Ponting reveals MCG pitch secret after 20-wicket day
Ricky Ponting exposes the 10mm grass left on the MCG pitch, explaining the wild 20-wicket first day of the 4th Ashes Test. Read the full analysis.
Australia's 97-Year Test Record Shattered at MCG
Australia's cricket team endures a historic batting collapse at the MCG, registering their lowest total against India in 97 years. Full match analysis and key moments inside.
Vaughan slams MCG pitch after 20 wickets fall on Day 1
Former England captain Michael Vaughan criticises the MCG pitch after 20 wickets tumble on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test. Australia lead by 46 runs. Read his full analysis.
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