Australia are regretting their slackness during the Melbourne Test against India last December that ended up costing them a place in the final of the ICC World Test Championship. During the contest, the hosts were guilty of maintaining a slow-over rate which resulted in the ICC docking them four WTC points as they were found of being two overs behind. Once Australia cancelled their three-match Test tour of South Africa, New Zealand qualified for the final after finishing 0.3 per cent ahead of their Trans-Tasman rivals. However, Australia were still in the hunt depending on the outcome of the India-England four-match Test series. As it turned out, India went on to win the series 3-1 punching their way to the summit clash where they will face New Zealand from June 18 in Southampton. Now, Australia head coach Justin Langer has expressed his disappointment saying his team were “really slack”. “This might be the silliest thing I’ve ever said, but our manager Gavin Dovey … he’d been … [Read more...] about ICC World Test Championship: How Slow Over-Rate Against India Cost Australia a Place in Final
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Top Reasons Why Australia is a Place Worth Working and Living
Even though Australia was still a British colony in twentieth century, it grew economically in a surprising pace after becoming independent. Currently, according to the United Nations’ data for a high standard of living, it is now in second place in the ranking of countries where their inhabitants are the best. Why is it worth living in? Australia’s Multicultural society Furthermore Australia is well known for its favorable attitude towards immigrants. There is no racial discrimination whatsoever. No one will judge you and everyone seems to be really happy. When you leave your homeland to live somewhere else, it might be good to know, that the attitude of residents is friendly. High level of education This country is well known from its education level. The amount of foreign students should be a proof of that – as, according to statistics. Around 10% of all attendees come from other countries. Level of knowledge provided during the education also allows Australians to become … [Read more...] about Top Reasons Why Australia is a Place Worth Working and Living
5 Famous Events and Festivals in Australia You Should Not Miss
Australia is renowned for its elegant and stylish sceneries and year-round events. Visitors and residents alike will also be surprised by a large number of event and festival options available throughout the year in Melbourne and throughout Australia You are bound to have a great time in this large and beautiful country. Where life and nature cohabit in a symbiotic manner. While there are tons of mesmerizing experiences to sample in Australia, it’s always best to try to shortlist the events that appeal to you. Regardless of whether you are into horse racing, music, comedy, or arts, Australia has something for everyone. Some of the events and festivals you ought to consider sampling include: 1. The Caulfield Cup The Caulfield Cup has made a name for itself for its amazing spectacle. It’s where all the best horses in Australia come to battle it out over a distance of 2,400 meters, with the hope of walking away with the five-million-dollar prize money. It’s an event that … [Read more...] about 5 Famous Events and Festivals in Australia You Should Not Miss
India Women vs South Africa Women, 2nd ODI: Date, Timing, TV Channel, Live telecast, Live Steaming details
Though captain Mithali Raj and her deputy Harmanpreet Kaur had insisted that rustiness won't be an issue in their first series in 12 months, India clearly looked a side which had not played for a long time in the opener of the five-match series on Sunday (March 7). A better prepared South Africa were clinical and will be hard to beat in the coming games. After the game, Kaur realised the players needed some time to gel as a unit. Barring Kaur, Raj and Deepti Sharma to a certain extent, none of the batters could apply themselves on a decent batting surface. A lot of them were guilty of poor shot selection as pointed out by Kaur after the game. The spinners, who are traditionally considered India's strength, hardly troubled the South African duo of Lizelle Lee and 21-year-old Laura Wolvaardt, who put up the highest ever opening wicket stand against India to run away with the contest. There were some positives, however, such as Raj scoring a gritty half-century and pacer Jhulan … [Read more...] about India Women vs South Africa Women, 2nd ODI: Date, Timing, TV Channel, Live telecast, Live Steaming details
Australia Orders Lockdown of Millions as Covid-19 Wave Surges
Australia’s Prime Minister has ordered the lockdown of millions in its second-biggest city to combat a surge in Covid-19 coronavirus cases. The lockdown comes as nations across the planet scrambled to stop the rampaging pandemic. While some countries are worried about second waves of infections, the worst-hit is the United States. India and Brazil are also struggling as COvid-19 cases surge. Global infections have topped 11.6 million with more than 538,000 Covid-19 deaths. Australia which had largely suppressed its outbreak has locked down 5 million people in Melbourne to fight a recent Covid-19 outbreak. “We can’t pretend” the crisis is over, said Daniel Andrews, premier of Victoria state. This comes after Melbourne reported 191 new cases in 24 hours. “These are unsustainably high numbers… There is simply no alternative but to the lockdown citizens. Above all to prevent thousands and thousands of Covid-19 cases. The restrictions in the Melbourne metropolitan area will begin … [Read more...] about Australia Orders Lockdown of Millions as Covid-19 Wave Surges