News for 'Melbourne Test'

'A win is a win, but...': Vaughan on MCG Test

'A win is a win, but...': Vaughan on MCG Test

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Cricketer-turned-commentator Vaughan has expressed his thoughts regarding the fourth Test. The former cricketer praised England's win but added that cricket fans should not celebrate after seeing a Test match ending in two days.

Starc, Ali close in on Bumrah's No 1 ranking in Tests!

Starc, Ali close in on Bumrah's No 1 ranking in Tests!

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Mitchell Starc, who picked up 26 wickets in four matches with an average of 17.42, has moved one rung up to share the second spot with Pakistan spinner Noman Ali.

Khawaja retained for Sydney Test amid exit talk

Khawaja retained for Sydney Test amid exit talk

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Usman Khawaja picked as Australia announce squad for Sydney Test against England

Injury blow for England as Atkinson ruled out of final Ashes Test

Injury blow for England as Atkinson ruled out of final Ashes Test

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

England fast bowler Gus Atkinson has been ruled out of the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney after tearing his left hamstring, the team said on Monday.

'Not ideal': Stokes, Smith slam chaotic MCG pitch

'Not ideal': Stokes, Smith slam chaotic MCG pitch

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

No fewer than 36 wickets fell during two chaotic days in the fourth Ashes Test, leaving the captains of both Australia and England unimpressed with the Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch.

Hundreds of F1 Staff Stuck in Bahrain Amid Airspace Closure

Hundreds of F1 Staff Stuck in Bahrain Amid Airspace Closure

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Hundreds of Formula One team personnel are stranded in Bahrain after airspace closures triggered by Middle East conflict, but Australian GP chief Travis Auld says Melbourne's season-opener will not be affected.

'Not a great Test wicket': McGrath, Cook slam 'unfair' MCG pitch

'Not a great Test wicket': McGrath, Cook slam 'unfair' MCG pitch

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

As 20 wickets fell on the first day of the fourth Ashes Test on Friday, the carnage prompted sharp criticism from former England cricketers.

Sydney to amp up security for 5th Ashes cricket Test

Sydney to amp up security for 5th Ashes cricket Test

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Similar measures were in place during the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground from December 26, where specialist police officers armed with semi-automatic rifles patrolled the stadium precinct, nearby parks and railway stations.

Kallis hoping to make Melbourne Test

Kallis hoping to make Melbourne Test

Rediff.com23 Dec 2005

South Africa's Jacques Kallis is still recovering from an elbow injury but is hopeful of playing in the second Test.

Why India should include Pandya for Melbourne Test

Why India should include Pandya for Melbourne Test

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

Former Australia batsman Michael Hussey said that conditions for the third Test in Melbourne will be a lot different from those in Perth and India should consider drafting in all-rounder Hardik Pandya to bring balance to their attack.

Cummins sits out Tests to focus on T20 World Cup

Cummins sits out Tests to focus on T20 World Cup

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

With the Ashes urn in their hands, Australia decided to rule Cummins out of the two remaining Tests.

Khawaja set for emotional SCG farewell

Khawaja set for emotional SCG farewell

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Triumphant Australia will bid farewell to Usman Khawaja as England look to recover another few scraps of pride when the Ashes series comes to a conclusion with the fifth Test in Sydney from Sunday.

Injured Archer out of Ashes, England drop Pope from Boxing Day Test

Injured Archer out of Ashes, England drop Pope from Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Fast bowler Jofra Archer was ruled out of the rest of the Ashes series with a left side strain.

'Middle East travel freeze won't impact Australian F1 GP'

'Middle East travel freeze won't impact Australian F1 GP'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Australian Grand Prix chief executive Travis Auld anticipates no impact on this weekend's Formula One season-opener at Melbourne's Albert Park from the travel issues caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

SEE: Ferrari to unveil 'Macarena' flip flop wing at Chinese GP

SEE: Ferrari to unveil 'Macarena' flip flop wing at Chinese GP

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Scuderia Ferrari will trial an innovative 'flip-flop' rear wing at the Chinese Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton saying the upgrade could boost performance on Shanghai's high-speed circuit.

Head leads Australia's strong reply after Root's century

Head leads Australia's strong reply after Root's century

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Joe Root contributed a magnificent 160 to England's first-innings tally of 384 but Travis Head drove Australia to 166 for two in response on the second day of the fifth and final Ashes Test.

Too bowler-friendly! ICC punishes MCG pitch

Too bowler-friendly! ICC punishes MCG pitch

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Despite England securing their first Test victory on Australian soil since 2011, Australia have already retained the Ashes by winning the first three Tests to take an unassailable 3-1 lead.

Boxing Day Test Mayhem: 20 Wickets Fall on Day 1

Boxing Day Test Mayhem: 20 Wickets Fall on Day 1

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

Australia finished marginally on top at the end of a chaotic opening day of the fourth Ashes Test after an extraordinary 20 wickets fell in front of a record crowd at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday.

All eyes on Cummins ahead of the Brisbane Test

All eyes on Cummins ahead of the Brisbane Test

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Australia captain Pat Cummins is back bowling multiple overs on a reduced run-up and has targeted returning to the team for the second Ashes Test against England, a day-nighter in Brisbane starting on December 4.

'Weatherald good enough to play for Australia'

'Weatherald good enough to play for Australia'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Australia batter Travis Head has endorsed Jake Weatherald as an opening partner following the South Australian's rough start as a Test cricketer in the Ashes.

Melbourne Test: Australia thrash Lanka to seal series

Melbourne Test: Australia thrash Lanka to seal series

Rediff.com28 Dec 2012

Australia humiliated Sri Lanka by an innings and 201 runs to win the second Test before tea on day three at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday, and seal their three-match series 2-0.

Khawaja selection ends retirement chatter

Khawaja selection ends retirement chatter

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Australia head coach and selector Andrew McDonald has confirmed Usman Khawaja will play in the fifth Ashes Test against England at the Sydney Cricket Ground amid media speculation it could be his last international.

Ashes: MCG curator in 'state of shock' over pitch

Ashes: MCG curator in 'state of shock' over pitch

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Cricket Australia were left millions of dollars out of pocket, having to refund tickets for a confirmed sell-out crowd on day three at the 100,000-seat stadium and for another large crowd for day four.

Can Bumrah surpass Ashwin's record in Melbourne?

Can Bumrah surpass Ashwin's record in Melbourne?

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

Jasprit Bumrah has reached an impressive milestone in the ICC Men's Test Bowling Rankings, sitting at 904 rating points

England's Bethell soaking in challenge at No 3

England's Bethell soaking in challenge at No 3

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

'It's a double-edged sword, but I'm enjoying it.'

Bashir in the mix as England brace for spin at SCG

Bashir in the mix as England brace for spin at SCG

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

England called up spinner Shoaib Bashir and seamer Matthew Potts for the final Ashes Test against Australia beginning on Sunday with one of them set to fill the void created by Gus Atkinson's injury-induced absence.

Norris Laughs Off Verstappen Jibe Over 2026 Cars

Norris Laughs Off Verstappen Jibe Over 2026 Cars

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

World champion Lando Norris says he was amused by reactions to his comments on the new 2026 Formula One cars after rival Max Verstappen criticised them during pre-season testing in Bahrain.

Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina set up blockbuster Indian Wells final

Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina set up blockbuster Indian Wells final

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Sunday's title match will mark the third final between Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka in the last six months

Statue calls for Head, Carey; Cummins lauds Labuschagne

Statue calls for Head, Carey; Cummins lauds Labuschagne

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

Besides his batting, he was just as exceptional behind the stumps, taking some really clean catches to prove his mettle as one of the best glovesmen in world cricket right now.

Formula One enters a new era. Here's what you need to know

Formula One enters a new era. Here's what you need to know

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

New cars, new engines, change in qualifying, one rookie are among the many updates from the 2026 F1 season.

'No one really has a clue about SCG track'

'No one really has a clue about SCG track'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

From afar on Saturday, the SCG track looked to have a distinct tinge of green on it as the groundsmen ran the roller over it.

MCG pitch: Pietersen, Kartik question double standards

MCG pitch: Pietersen, Kartik question double standards

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

The overwhelmingly bowler-friendly Melbourne pitch on which 20 wickets fell on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test has prompted Kevin Pietersen and Dinesh Kartik to point out the selective criticism of Indian tracks when spinners get wickets in a heap.

Richardson set for Ashes recall as Cummins likely to rest

Richardson set for Ashes recall as Cummins likely to rest

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Richardson has, so far, played three Test matches since making his debut in 2018-19. The pacer has picked up 11 wickets at an average of 22.09.

Remembering The Great Shane Warne

Remembering The Great Shane Warne

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

The Melbourne Cricket Club has launched an exhibition celebrating the life, career and enduring legacy of spin great Shane Warne.

Alastair Cook slams McCullum, Stokes for 'downward trend'

Alastair Cook slams McCullum, Stokes for 'downward trend'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Batting great Alistair Cook says England's 2-2 home series draw against Shubman Gill-led India was against "not a great Indian side", flagging concerns over the team's preparation for the Ashes.

Aus captain Smith blames India for drawn Melbourne Test

Aus captain Smith blames India for drawn Melbourne Test

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Australia captain Steven Smith defended his decision to declare late and concede a draw four overs early in the third Test on Tuesday, saying India had contributed to the non-result with their tactics in the morning.

Is Serena Williams Planning A Comeback?

Is Serena Williams Planning A Comeback?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Serena Williams fuels comeback speculation with TV interview

Root hails England's bravery after drought-breaking win

Root hails England's bravery after drought-breaking win

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

England lost the first three matches in the ongoing Ashes series but chased down 175 to win the fourth by four wickets and score a first Test victory in Australia in 15 years.

Sophie Molineux to replace Alyssa Healy as Australia captain

Sophie Molineux to replace Alyssa Healy as Australia captain

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Sophie Molineux will take over as Australia's all-formats captain after Alyssa Healy retires at the end of the upcoming home series against India.