On Sunday, the Indian team wore special kits with their nameplates, numbers, and shoulder stripes marked in pink, celebrating Pink Day and Jane McGrath Day during the Sydney Test. This day, named in honor of Australian cricket legend Glenn McGrath’s late wife, Jane, is dedicated to raising awareness for breast cancer.
The day saw spectators at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) donning pink attire, with the Ladies Stand renamed the Jane McGrath Stand. The event aims to raise funds for the McGrath Foundation, which supports breast cancer awareness and funds related causes. The Sydney Test’s first day is traditionally known as the Pink Test.
A Tribute to Jane McGrath
Jane McGrath was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1997, two years before her marriage to Glenn. She underwent treatment and was deemed cancer-free but was later diagnosed with a relapse in 2006. Sadly, she passed away in 2008, but her legacy lives on through the McGrath Foundation, which she co-founded with Glenn in 2005.
India’s Struggle on the Field
In the match, India suffered a crushing defeat, losing the final Test by six wickets to Australia. This loss marked the end of their World Test Championship campaign, as they were knocked out by Australia, who reclaimed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a decade.
Australia won the series 3-1 and secured their spot in the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord’s in June.
Despite a valiant effort, India’s task became near impossible after Jasprit Bumrah, who had been struggling with back spasms, was unable to bowl. The leadership of Virat Kohli took charge, but the team’s inability to defend the target of 162 was evident.
Bumrah’s Player of the Series Recognition
Jasprit Bumrah was named Player of the Series for his 32 wickets in five matches. However, his personal achievement couldn’t mitigate India’s overall poor performance in the series.
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