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Ashes fallout continues as Seven faces $7m revenue hit from two-day Tests

Unusually brief series affects free-to-air broadcaster as Southern Cross Media Group reports 2.1% revenue drop on last year

The Guardian - AU

How MCG will look to recreate Boxing Day Test 'epic'

Replicating one of the best Tests in Australia this century will be tough to do, but Melbourne Cricket Club curator Matt Page is up for the challenge.

AAP

98% processed is 100% lie: Investigating Gurugram’s broken waste system

On paper, Gurugram processes 98 percent of its waste. On the ground, that number dissolves into a mirage.

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Gurugram’s waste crisis worsens as garbage collection stalls

Piles of uncollected garbage line busy roads, residential colonies, and gated societies across the city.

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‘Why are we living like pigs?’: Gurgaon’s ‘millennium city’ hides a neighbourhood drowning in sewage and disease

It took several days for some parts of Gurugram to recover from waterlogging after recent rainfall. But in Saraswati Enclave in Sector 10B, the water never really left. Residents have been wading through sewage overflows, pools of stagnant water, receiving dirty tap water, and suffering from sickness since 2023.

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Magpies member banned for five years over Voss threat

The AFL, the MCG and Collingwood have punished an unnamed Magpies member who sent a threatening message about Carlton coach Michael Voss.

AAP

Chills, they're multiplying as Big Freeze fights beast

Melbourne captain Max Gawn met his Mini Me and Shazza was with her idol Warnie as celebrities got very cold at the 11th Big Freeze fundraiser.

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AFL giant Walls gives message from beyond the grave

A decorated player, a ruthless coach and an insightful media performer, Robert Walls has been remembered as a "big softie" around his family.

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Teen Busted By Police For Allegedly Attempting To Enter An AFL Match With A Knife & Fake Gun

The incident comes after two men were allegedly found with guns at another AFL match at the MCG.

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Do we need a Martyn’s Law for venue security in Australia? The MCG gun scare is a wake-up call

Two men were arrested for allegedly bringing loaded firearms into the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) during Thursday’s AFL match between Collingwood and Carlton.

The Conversation

Australia hit back after Bumrah runs riot in epic Test

Australia have frustrated India with a 10th-wicket stand between Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland to reach a lead of 333 at stumps on day four at the MCG.

AAP

'He is not really dropped': Abhishek Nayar on Shubman Gill's exclusion from India playing XI for MCG Test

NEW DELHI: Indian assistant coach Abhishek Nayar addressed Shubman Gill's absence from the playing XI for the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday, shedding light on the team management's unexpected decision to include all-rounder Washington Sundar in his place.

The Times of India

EXCLUSIVE | Live life, Warne size: Remembering cricket’s ultimate showman before the Boxing Day Test

MELBOURNE: The Boxing Day Test between India and Australia is just one sleep away and the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) bracing for the storm which is expected to hit it over the next few days. A lot of work is happening in-and-around the MCG to put on a real show…

The Times of India

Boxing Day Test: Why Team India got 'inferior' practice pitches at MCG

MELBOURNE: MCG curator Matt Page on Monday fended off allegations of having provided inferior practice pitches to India ahead of the Boxing Day Test, saying that it was "standard procedure" to provide fresh pitches only three days in advance of a Test.

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Bounce and bruises: India batters face variable challenges at MCG nets

MELBOURNE: Before walking into the nets on the first day of Team India's practice session at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Virat Kohli patiently applied tape on the bottom of his bat. The star batter ensured to have protection on his willow and few deliveries of his session were enough…

The Times of India

Babar Azam's bat displayed in prestigious Long Room at iconic MCG

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's former skipper Babar Azam has achieved a significant milestone as his cricket bat is now displayed in the prestigious Long Room at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

The Times of India

Melbourne Cricket Ground braces for summer of cricket with Pakistan, India, Ashes in offing

The renowned Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is quickly transforming to host electrifying cricket matches this summer, featuring Team India, Pakistan’s men’s team, and England’s women’s team.

The Guardian - AU

From the Pocket: Sydney stars ready to take centre stage on AFL grand final return

Swans and Lions both need to bury the demons of recent defeats in premiership deciders for eagerly anticipated clash at MCG

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Lions find a Wilmot and a way to dance into decider

A bond that began in a Melbourne DFO will reach new heights in an MCG AFL final for the Brisbane Lions' fresh-faced energisers Darcy Wilmot and Kai Lohmann.

AAP

AFL grand final corporate tickets illegally downloaded

The AFL says a number of corporate hospitality tickets for the grand final have been illegally downloaded, with Victoria Police investigating.

The Guardian - AU

Should the AFL grand final be moved from the MCG? The case for and against

There might be no grander stadium in Australia than the Melbourne Cricket Ground. But does that mean it should have a monopoly on the decider?

The Guardian - AU

Brisbane quick to land knockout blow on Carlton but far tougher tests await

The Blues talked as though they were all chips-in but paid the price for hedging their bets as the Lions cruised into an AFL semi-final

AAP

AFL reschedules women's match for MCG double-header

Western Bulldogs men's and women's teams will feature in a double-header at the MCG, with more than 90,000 fans expected for the AFL elimination final.

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Carlton embracing pressure of Hawthorn blockbuster

Carlton coach Michael Voss is confident his Blues will stand up to the pressure as their premiership hopes go on the line against Hawthorn at the MCG.

AAP

McRae laments umpire call in Magpies' costly Swans loss

Collingwood coach Craig McRae believes a crucial 50-metre penalty should have been paid to key forward Dan McStay in their three-point loss to Sydney.

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