A new report has warned of an increased number of extreme heat days in December, which could spell the end of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG
Officials on the field could be seen wearing face masks during the evening match, while umpires said visibility was so poor players were struggling to see the ball.
“We acknowledge that a more holistic approach to sustainability is required to achieve greater progress to build cricket’s leadership in sustainability and lessen the impact of climate change on the natural environment,” the statement read.“Developing practical frameworks, committing to targets and standing for meaningful and lasting change are ways we can create a legacy to significantly impact policy and action through the game from our national teams and community cricket.
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