Just days before the World Test Championship (WTC) Final, Australia’s training plans hit an unexpected roadblock as Lord’s authorities prioritized India’s practice session over the Aussies, forcing them to find an alternative venue. However, Australian captain Pat Cummins didn’t hold back, taking a cheeky swipe at England while recalling the infamous 2023 Ashes controversy.
🔴 Key Highlights:
- Australia was denied access to Lord’s on June 8, as the Indian team was given priority for training, despite their first Test against England starting only on June 20.
- Cummins and his squad had to travel three hours to South London for practice, before finally being allowed at Lord’s on June 9.
- Cummins took a dig at England, referencing the 2023 Ashes incident, where MCC members verbally abused Usman Khawaja after Jonny Bairstow’s controversial dismissal.
- “I think this is the best version of the stadium this morning,” Cummins said. “There’s no one around, which is great. I’m sure it will be much more civil this time around.”
- The MCC had expelled one member and suspended two others after the Ashes controversy, and Cummins hinted that they had “learned their lesson.”
📢 Cricket Community Reactions:
- Australian fans were outraged, questioning why India was given priority over a WTC finalist.
- England supporters defended the decision, citing India’s influence in world cricket.
⚠️ Strategic Impact:
- Australia’s disrupted training could affect their WTC Final preparations, as they face South Africa on June 11.
- Cummins’ comments have reignited tensions between Australia and England, adding spice to their upcoming Ashes battles.
👉 What do you think? Was Australia unfairly treated, or is this just part of cricket politics? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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