HISTORY - Cricket Australia

HISTORY

Summer 2021–22

The Ashes and International Series Melbourne Cricket Ground Official HospitalityGroup TicketsTravel Packages

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This is what playing for Australia is all about. We are privileged to represent our country and do our best to make Australians proud. A home Ashes Series takes it to another level.

England will be smarting, and they will be ready. We know they have spent the past two years plotting their revenge from the day we retained the urn at Old Trafford. We too are ready and will leave no stone unturned to keep the Ashes. Our plan is to play attacking cricket and, given the talent in both sides, I am sure England will do the same.

One thing I am also very privileged to do this summer is lead the team onto my home ground for the first time in the historic first Test against Afghanistan. There will be no greater honour in my cricketing career than to wear a baggy green for the first time at Blundstone Arena.

After the Ashes, Finchy will lead our men in the white ball series against New Zealand and Sri Lanka. Like me, Finchy is deeply honoured to lead his country and incredibly passionate about making all Australians proud. Those games will be amazing contests in another World Cup year.

In our time as captains we have worked very hard to restore the country’s faith in this team and I think we have gone a long way to doing that. Results aside, doing our very best on and off the field as players and people with integrity, honesty and humility is our priority. Ultimately, we want to inspire young boys and girls to play and love the game. We represent them every time we put on an Australian cap. Just as our predecessors did for us.

The support of you our sponsors, broadcast and corporate partners, hospitality guests and fans are very special to this team. We deeply appreciate all of those involved in making this game great.

As we slowly emerge from the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, hopefully you will be able to enjoy all that CA’s corporate facilities have to offer and watch two of the fiercest rivals in world sport go ‘head to head’.

Have a great summer. We promise to make you proud.

Tim PaineAustralian Men’s Test Captain

The moment has arrived. The Ashes. There is no greater rivalry in world cricket. And we can’t wait to take on the old enemy once again, this time on our home turf.

WELCOME TO THE SUMMER OF CRICKET

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Vodafone Men’s Test v Afghanistan

Sat 27 Nov – Mon 1 Dec 2021 Australia v Afghanistan Vodafone Afghanistan Test Blundstone Arena

Men’s Vodafone Ashes Series

Wed 8 – Sun 12 Dec 2021 Australia v England Vodafone Brisbane Test The Gabba

Thu 16 – Mon 20 Dec 2021 Australia v England Vodafone Day-Night Test Adelaide Oval

Sun 26 - Thu 30 Dec 2021 Australia v England Vodafone Boxing Day Test MCG

Wed 5 - Sun 9 Jan 2022 Australia v England Vodafone Pink Test SCG

Fri 14 - Tue 18 Jan 2022 Australia v England Vodafone Perth Test Perth Stadium

Men’s Dettol ODI Series

Sunday, 30 January 2022 Australia v New Zealand Dettol 1st ODI Perth Stadium

Wednesday, 2 February 2022 Australia v New Zealand Dettol 2nd ODI Blundstone Arena

Saturday, 5 February 2022 Australia v New Zealand Dettol 3rd ODI SCG

Men’s Dettol T20 INTL Series

Tuesday, 8 February 2022 Australia v New Zealand Dettol 1st T20 Manuka Oval

Men’s Dettol T20 INTL Series

Friday, 11 February 2022 Australia v Sri Lanka Dettol 1st T20 SCG

Sunday, 13 February 2022 Australia v Sri Lanka Dettol 2nd T20 The Gabba

Wednesday, 15 February 2022 Australia v Sri Lanka Dettol 3rd T20 Metricon Stadium

Friday, 18 February 2022 Australia v Sri Lanka Dettol 4th T20 Adelaide Oval

Sunday, 20 February 2022 Australia v Sri Lanka Dettol 5th T20 MCG

MCGMelbourne Cricket GroundThe Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), also known simply as ‘The G’, is home to the Melbourne Cricket Club. It is the tenth largest stadium in the world, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, the largest cricket ground by capacity, and has the tallest light towers of any sporting venue.

Since construction in 1853, the MCG has been in a state of almost constant renewal. It served as the centrepiece stadium of the 1956 Summer Olympics, the 2006 Commonwealth Games and two Cricket World Cups: 1992 and 2015. It is also famous for its role in the development of international cricket; it was the venue for both the first Test match and the first One Day International, played between Australia and England in 1877 and 1971 respectively.

Ask any Victorian and they’ll be aware of the Melbourne Cricket Ground’s status as the home of sport. Often described as the beating heart of this fantastic city, the MCG attracts up to 100,000 fans to the annual AFL Grand Final and comes to life each Christmas at the Boxing Day Test.

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93,013 Australia v New Zealand, 2015

Highest Individual Score

Bob Cowper 307 Australia v England, 1966

Best Innings Figures

Sarfraz Nawaz 9/86 Pakistan v England, 1979

Highest Innings Total

Australia 624 (1st innings) Australia v Pakistan, 2016

Most Career Wickets

Dennis Lillee 82 (from 26 innings) 1972 - 1983

Most Career Runs

Don Bradman 1671 (from 17 innings) 1928 - 1948

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FEATURES

Reserved table seatingThe finest beverages

Once in a lifetime experience

Concierge serviceAn unrivalled view

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+ Enjoy a chef inspired formal 3 course menu throughout the day

+ Beverage package including beer, wine and soft drinks, barista coffee and tea served throughout the day

+ Dedicated reception host offering an all-day concierge service

+ Unique once in a lifetime experience

+ Unrivalled vantage point to view the match with seats inside the room to watch the cricket

+ Opportunity to hear from prominent cricket personalities and gain insights into the game throughout the day

MATCH Price (per person per day)

Vodafone Test (Day 1) $1,190

Vodafone Test (Day 2 & 3 ) $990

* All prices include GST

FEATURES

Reserved table seatingPremium beverages

Air-conditioned comfort

Concierge serviceAn unrivalled view

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cricket, The Century Lounge offers networking on a grand scale. With reserved seating for you and your guests, the combination of contemporary luxury and a casual feel makes The Century Lounge the one place that has it all.

+ 3-course menu with a range of canapes and light dishes


+ Dedicated in bowl seating area which ensures you have an excellent view of the action

+ Dedicated reception offering all day concierge service

+ Opportunity to hear from prominent cricket personalities and gain insights into the game throughout the day


Vodafone Test (Day 1) $920


Dettol T20 vs Sri Lanka $550


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Air-conditioned comfortPremium beverages

Concierge serviceAll day menu

Reserved seats in front of room

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and famous meet, mingle and enjoy the best that cricket has to offer. Step into glamorous surrounds with first-rate levels of food, beverages and service. The Clubhouse is the ultimate place to be this summer.

+ All day grazing menu with a range of canapes and light dishes

+ Feature food station offering more substantial dishes over main meal


+ Dedicated in bowl seating area which ensures you’ve got an excellent view of the action



Vodafone Test (Day 1) $850




FEATURES

Air-conditioned comfortReserved seats

Concierge serviceAll day grazing menu

Room overlooks field of play

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you will find fun at the cricket in a relaxed environment.

+ All day grazing menu with a range of canapes and light dishes

+ One hour complimentary beverage package over main meal, with the option to purchase additional drinks at a dedicated bar throughout the day and night

+ Dedicated in bowl seating area which ensures you’ve got an excellent view of the action



Vodafone Test (Day 2 & 3) $650



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Cricket Australia Travel Office (CATO) makes it easy for cricket fans to experience the Ashes with a comprehensive range of popular Australian supporter packages available now.

Select from 2 day / 3 night packages (Days 1–2 at the cricket) or 5 day / 5 night packages (Days 1–5 days at the cricket) including:

+ Guaranteed match tickets in preferential seating locations

+ Range of accommodation options

+ Official Ashes function

+ Team merchandise polo and cap

+ Exclusive Ashes experiences

+ Postage, booking fees and administration charges

PACKAGES

2 Day / 3 Night packages start from $761 per person, twin share*

5 Day / 5 Night packages from $1,181 per person, twin share*

* Limited available, conditions apply.

CATO packages are limited.

Visit www.cricket.com.au/travel to read about our comprehensive COVID-19 refund guarantee.

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This summer, invite your friends, family and colleagues to enjoy Australia’s favourite sport. A day at the cricket provides an ideal opportunity to reconnect in person and create new memories together.

Cricket Australia Groups provides a simple and easy process to secure your seats. Book a group and you will enjoy:

+ Personalised service from a dedicated Cricket Australia contact

+ Flexible booking options*

+ Access to great seats*

Adult Tickets starting from $30pp

* Timeframes and seating options are dependent on availability of inventory

Cricket Australia

Our Official Hospitality program is fully owned and operated by Cricket Australia and proceeds go back to Cricket and support our investment in grassroots and the Australian community.

We deliver a consistent, high quality hospitality experience guaranteeing you the best possible day at the cricket this summer.

Cricket Hospitality is unique, it offers you and your guest a relaxed environment to network, build relationships and have a good time while enjoying world-class cricket.

Cricket brings people together and truly is Australia’s National Sport. Our National Hospitality program allows you to watch world-class cricket and enjoy a consistent, high quality hospitality experience across all venues and events.

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For more information on matches in Melbourne or other stadiums around Australia and Group tickets please contact your Corporate State Sales Manager Louise Jeffs [email protected] Phone: +61 428 406 150

For more information on all Cricket Australia Travel Packages please contactPhone 1300 133 232 [email protected] www.cricket.com.au/travel

Cricket Australia Official Hospitality National Head Office 60 Jolimont Street Jolimont 3002 Victoria

[email protected] Phone: 03 9068 3124

Online enquiry formhttps://enquiry.cricket.com.au/ticket-enquiry

Please refer to the Cricket Australia website www.cricket.com.au with any questions

concerning refund policies related to match cancellations or changes due to COVID-19.

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