Boxing Day, MCG and Test

AUS vs IND: What to expect from the MCG pitch for the Boxing Day Test
A good tinge of green was spotted on the centre pitch on Monday, three days ahead of Boxing Day. Melbourne Cricket Ground curator Matt Page said he expects a seam-friendly pitch with very little assistance for spinners.
Searing heat at MCG for Boxing Day could mean quicker pitch for fourth Australia-India Test
The forecast for a 40-degrees Celsius day one could mean the MCG pitch quickens up faster than usual, which could spell trouble for Australia with Jasprit Bumrah on fire.
Border-Gavaskar Trophy: MCG curator reveals pitch conditions for Boxing-Day Test
Page highlighted that seven years ago, the MCG pitches were quite flat. However, a decision was taken to leave more grass on them to create exciting contests and Test matches. He noted that while this change favors bowlers initially,
IND vs AUS: Indians unhappy with 'used' practice pitches; MCG curator says protocol followed
The iconic MCG won't have the bounce of Perth or the seam movement of Gabba but it will still be pace-friendly with 6mm of grass covering.
‘Are we in Delhi or MCG?’: Khawaja gears up for India supporters making more noise than Australians in Boxing Day Test
Australian opener Usman Khawaja opened up on his experience in playing at the MCG and compared Melbourne to Delhi.
How Can India Win Boxing Day Test At MCG? Say No To 3 Serious Mistakes
India and Australia will head to the Boxing Day Test with the series tied at 1-1. Beating Australia in Melbourne won't be easy for India but it's not impossible. If India can avoid a few mistakes, they will have a decent chance of pulling off the win.
IND vs AUS 4th Test Pitch Report: Grass-Laden MCG Pitch To Offer Bounce And Pace In Boxing Day Test
The Melbourne Cricket Ground curator revealed a pitch with 6mm grass for the Boxing Day Test, aiming for balance between bat and ball. Scroll down to check pitch report for 4th test.
‘Are We In Delhi Or The MCG?’: Usman Khawaja Calls The Boxing Day Test India's 'Home Game'
Gearing up for the Boxing Day Test, Australia opener Usman Khawaja recalled the last time he played against India at the MCG.
India Discriminated At MCG; Net Session Sparks Furore: Australia Resort To Dirty Tricks Ahead Of Boxing Day Test
A major controversy has hit the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) ahead of the Boxing Day Test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), with the pitches provided to both teams for the net sessions coming under the scanner.

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Ashwin has taken retirement…So, how will you strengthen the bowling: Cheteshwar Pujara expresses concerns about bowling for MCG Test
Going into the fourth Test in Melbourne, there are a few questions on the combination India would opt to play. With senior ...
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Tanush Kotian to join India squad ahead of MCG Test
The move comes after Ravindran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket at the end of the third Test in Brisbane.
Australia Great Devises Plan To Face Jasprit Bumrah Ahead Of MCG Test
Former cricketer Simon Katich has advised Australian batters to concentrate on rotating the strike and maintaining a solid ...
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Journey Through Cricket History: Inside the MCG Library
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) library offers an extensive collection of sports memorabilia, including photographs and ...
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Green surface and no spin? First look of Melbourne pitch as MCG curator reveals seam-friendly pitch for IND vs AUS 4th Test
India and Australia will face each other in the fourth Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy on Boxing Day in Melbourne's MCG ...