The Sheffield Shield match at the MCG between Victoria and WA is abandoned after attempts by ground staff to make the pitch playable for day two on Sunday fail.
The Sheffield Shield match at the MCG between Victoria and WA has been abandoned after attempts by ground staff to make the pitch playable for day two on Sunday failed.
Too much moisture in the drop-in wicket led to divots, which hardened under the sun, creating uneven bounce and danger for the batsmen. "Over the last 12 months, our curators, supported by key stakeholders including Cricket Australia, have made a concerted effort in making improvements to the standard of the MCG wickets to ensure there's enough in them for both bat and ball," Mr Fox said.
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