MCG Braces for £12.4m Loss After Pitch Debacle
The Melbourne Cricket Club faces major financial losses after a poor pitch caused a two-day Test. Discover the fallout and ICC sanctions. Read the full report.
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MCG faces £12.4m loss over Boxing Day Test pitch
The Melbourne Cricket Club braces for major financial losses after the ICC penalised the MCG for its 'unsatisfactory' pitch, leading to a two-day Test. Discover the fallout for broadcasters and Cricket Australia.
Bethell's 40* at MCG saves England from Ashes whitewash
Jacob Bethell's crucial 40* at the MCG helped England avoid an Ashes whitewash. The young batter credits IPL crowds for calming his nerves. Read his journey and England's selection dilemma.
ICC Slams MCG Pitch After Two-Day Ashes Test
The ICC has given the MCG pitch an 'unsatisfactory' rating after England's two-day Ashes win. The ruling comes with a demerit point and a huge financial loss for Cricket Australia.
ICC gives MCG demerit point over 'unsatisfactory' Test pitch
The Melbourne Cricket Ground has been sanctioned after a heavily bowler-friendly pitch saw England win the Ashes Test inside two days. Read the full verdict and fallout here.
Morgan defends MCG curator as CA faces pitch criticism
Piers Morgan has blasted Cricket Australia for making the MCG curator a 'sacrificial lamb' after a farcical two-day Ashes Test. The pitch debacle could cost millions and lead to major changes.
Steve Smith blames LED screen for England's Ashes Test win
Stand-in Australia captain Steve Smith claims a six into an MCG LED screen softened the ball's seam, aiding England's chase. Read the full analysis of the controversial fourth Test.
Tongue and Carse Lead England to Melbourne Ashes Win
Josh Tongue and Brydon Carse were instrumental in England's four-wicket victory at the MCG, sparking debate about the future of the bowling attack. Discover the analysis.
MCG pitch not to blame for early Ashes finish, say experts
Experts argue the MCG pitch is an easy target, but poor batting and sloppy cricket are the real culprits behind the short third Ashes Test. Read the full analysis.
Duckett's beer gesture to MCG fans after Noosa video fallout
England's Ben Duckett responded to taunts from the Melbourne crowd with a thumbs-up and a mock pint gesture after a week of scrutiny over a viral social media video. Discover how the team rallied for a crucial Test victory.
Root: England 'Absolutely Committed' to Key & McCullum
Joe Root calls for continuity after England's Ashes loss, praising the management despite a 3-1 series defeat. Read his full defence and the MCG pitch controversy.
England Win Madcap Melbourne Test to Bounce Back in Ashes
England clinched a thrilling first Test win in Australia for nearly 15 years, chasing 175 at the MCG in a breathless two-day match. Listen to the Ashes Weekly podcast analysis.
Head Checks on Duckett After Viral Ashes Video
Australian cricketer Travis Head contacted England's Ben Duckett after a viral video. Amid Ashes scrutiny, Head defends England's conduct as Stokes hails historic MCG win. Read the full story.
Fan ejected from Boxing Day Test over beer skolling protest
A cricket fan was removed from the MCG for defiantly skolling beer, protesting a ban he calls 'un-Australian'. He cites former PM Bob Hawke's tradition. Read the full story.
Curator Stays After Two-Day Test Costs CA $10m
The MCG curator behind the two-day Ashes Test will keep his job despite the debacle costing Cricket Australia over $10m. Read the full story on the pitch controversy.
MCG pitch 'went too far' for bowlers, curator admits
Melbourne Cricket Ground curator Matt Page concedes the Boxing Day Test pitch overly favoured bowlers, sparking criticism and a swift finish. Read the full analysis of the pitch controversy.
Piastri mocked by Barmy Army at Boxing Day Test
Australian F1 star Oscar Piastri was jeered by England's Barmy Army at the MCG, days after losing the drivers' championship to teammate Lando Norris. Discover the full story.
Boxing Day Test ends in two days after pitch disaster
MCG head curator Matt Page admits he 'got it badly wrong' as a treacherous pitch sees the Ashes Test finish in just two days, costing Cricket Australia up to $10m in refunds. Read the full story.
England's 2-day Ashes win costs Australia millions
England's rapid two-day victory in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG is set to cost Cricket Australia a reported £5 million in refunds and lost sales. Read the full financial fallout.
Two-day Ashes Test costs Australian cricket £5m
The Boxing Day Test at the MCG finished inside two days, forcing huge refunds and lost sales. Discover the financial fallout and pitch controversy.
Two-Day Ashes Test Costs Cricket Australia £12.4m
England's two-day victory at the MCG, ending a 14-year wait, has sparked pitch criticism and a massive financial blow for Cricket Australia. Discover the fallout.
England's historic Ashes win in Australia ends 15-year wait
England secure a thrilling two-day Test victory at the MCG, ending a 15-year winless streak in Australia. Read the full match report and analysis here.
England Beat Australia in Boxing Day Ashes Test
England's long Ashes drought in Australia is over after a thrilling four-wicket victory at the MCG. Read the full match report and analysis here.
England Need 175 to Win After Australia Batting Collapse
Australia suffer their worst Test batting performance since 1928, dismissed twice in under 80 overs. England need 175 runs for a first win in Australia since 2011. Pitch conditions at the MCG draw fierce criticism.
England chase 175 for historic MCG Ashes victory
England are 77-2 chasing 175 for a first Test win in Australia for 15 years after a manic second day at the MCG. Follow the thrilling Ashes run-chase live.
Ashes Pitch Slammed as 'Shocking' After 20 Wickets Fall
England legends Vaughan and Cook lead criticism of the MCG pitch after a chaotic first day of the Boxing Day Ashes Test. Discover why the surface is under fire. Read more.
Boland's Boxing Day batting dream stuns MCG crowd
Victoria pace bowler Scott Boland lived a dream, opening the batting for Australia at a packed MCG in the Ashes. Read about his nerve-wracking over and the crowd's incredible reaction.
MCG's Record Crowd Pays Tribute to Shane Warne
A record Boxing Day Ashes crowd of 94,199 honoured Shane Warne with a cap-tipping tribute at 3:50pm. His children and cricket legends led the emotional moment at the MCG.
Cummins Targets T20 World Cup After Ashes Rest
Australia captain Pat Cummins is rested for final Ashes Tests, targeting a February T20 World Cup comeback. Meanwhile, a record-breaking MCG pitch divides opinion.
Broad criticises MCG pitch after 20-wicket day
Stuart Broad leads criticism of the MCG pitch after 20 wickets tumble on day one of the Boxing Day Ashes Test. Read the full analysis of the dramatic day's play.
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