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Q: Australian v Pakistan Over 50s Cricket World cup Final. Wednesday 5 December 2018 at Drummoyne Oval
As hoped, this was a classic final between the world's best over-50s cricketing nations. Both sides had cruised through the round robin stages unbeaten and their scheduled Round 5 clash had been cancelled due to bad weather, so there was no history between them. Australia had relied heavily on their top 6 - particularly their top 3, including captain Peter Solway, who was averaging over 100 before today - and a fit pace attack. Pakistan also had strength at the top of the order, plus a number of canny spinners.
As hoped, this was a classic final between the world's best over-50s cricketing nations. Both sides had cruised through the round robin stages unbeaten and their scheduled Round 5 clash had been cancelled due to bad weather, so there was no history between them. Australia had relied heavily on their top 6 - particularly their top 3, including captain Peter Solway, who was averaging over 100 before today - and a fit pace attack. Pakistan also had strength at the top of the order, plus a number of canny spinners.
https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/889/veterans-cricket-australia/blog/2277/flashback-2018-over-50s-cricket-world-cup-final-australia-vs-pakistan
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Australian v Pakistan Over 50s Cricket World cup FinalWednesday 5 December 2018Drummoyne Oval Lead image - Tim Sargent bowling for Australian Over 50s cricket team ...
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Q: Following their triumphant campaign in New Zealand and an exhilarating Quad Series, the Australian Over 50's Cricket Team is now gearing up for their next challenge: a monumental tour of England Over 50s Cricket from the 14th June to 4th July 2024. With preparations well underway, anticipation is mounting as the team prepares to showcase their talent on the international stage once again.
This tour, slated to encompass a series of high-profile encounters, marks another pivotal chapter in the journey of the Australian Over 50's Team.
This tour, slated to encompass a series of high-profile encounters, marks another pivotal chapter in the journey of the Australian Over 50's Team.
https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/889/veterans-cricket-australia/blog/2129/australian-over-50s-cricket-team-set-to-conquer-england-in-june-2024
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Following their triumphant campaign in New Zealand and an exhilarating Quad Series, the Australian Over 50's Cricket Team is now gearing up for their next challenge: a monumental tour of England Ov ...
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Q: Veterans Cricket Australia is thrilled to unveil the 14-player squad that will represent Australia in the upcoming O50's Tour of New Zealand in March 2024.
The tour to New Zealand marks the beginning of a significant year for the Australian team, leading up to the Over 50's World Cup in November in Sri Lanka. The selected players will have ample opportunities to showcase their talent, with additional tours to England and the World Cup in Sri Lanka later in the year. The squad was chosen from a pool of 34 players, all of whom remain in contention for future selections.
Andrew Knight emphasized the significance of the tour, stating, "This squad embodies the spirit of Australian cricket and is well-equipped to showcase the talent and determination of our over 50's cricketers on the global stage."
The tour to New Zealand marks the beginning of a significant year for the Australian team, leading up to the Over 50's World Cup in November in Sri Lanka. The selected players will have ample opportunities to showcase their talent, with additional tours to England and the World Cup in Sri Lanka later in the year. The squad was chosen from a pool of 34 players, all of whom remain in contention for future selections.
Andrew Knight emphasized the significance of the tour, stating, "This squad embodies the spirit of Australian cricket and is well-equipped to showcase the talent and determination of our over 50's cricketers on the global stage."
https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/889/veterans-cricket-australia/blog/1831/australian-o50s-cricket-squad-announced-for-new-zealand-tour-in-march-2024
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Veterans Cricket Australia is thrilled to unveil the 14-player squad that will represent Australia in the upcoming O50's Tour of New Zealand in March 2024. Tony Clark has been appointed as t ...
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Q: Queensland Captain Justin Poole to Lead the Charge.
Following an intense selection process which included the recent O40's National Championships in Brisbane in November, Veterans Cricket Australia is delighted to unveil the squad that will proudly represent Australia at the inaugural Over 40's Cricket World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa. The team will be captained by the experienced and formidable Justin Poole from Queensland, a proven leader with an outstanding track record.
The selection process was intensified by the high stakes of the Division 1 Final, where New South Wales triumphed over Queensland. Despite the challenging competition, the selectors have assembled a squad that reflects the best of Australian talent, blending seasoned veterans with promising new additions.
Following an intense selection process which included the recent O40's National Championships in Brisbane in November, Veterans Cricket Australia is delighted to unveil the squad that will proudly represent Australia at the inaugural Over 40's Cricket World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa. The team will be captained by the experienced and formidable Justin Poole from Queensland, a proven leader with an outstanding track record.
The selection process was intensified by the high stakes of the Division 1 Final, where New South Wales triumphed over Queensland. Despite the challenging competition, the selectors have assembled a squad that reflects the best of Australian talent, blending seasoned veterans with promising new additions.
https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/889/veterans-cricket-australia/blog/1822/australian-o40s-cricket-squad-announced-for-inaugural-world-cup-in-cape-town-south-africa
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Queensland Captain Justin Poole to Lead the Charge.Following an intense selection process which included the recent O40's National Championships in Brisbane in November, Veterans Cricket Aus ...
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Q: Australian Squad for the Over60s Cricket World Cup in Chennai, India – February 18 to March 4, 2024 has been announced. Congratulations to those selected.
Peter Jensen - NSW - Captain
Peter Judd - SA - Vice Captain
Bill Blair - Victoria - Tour Selector
Sam Davis - WA
Phil Jackson - Victoria
Richard Johnson - QLD
Bob McGhee - QLD
Claude Orlando - Tasmania
Peter O'Reilly - NSW
Tony Panecasio - NSW
Geoff Patterson - NSW
Graeme Pavey - Victoria
Stuart Ridge - NSW
Darren Smith - NSW
Andrew Walsh - QLD
Andrew Watson - QLD
David Wenham - SA
Bruce Worthington - QLD
Also congratulations to the follow who will be joining to support the team in Chennai.
David Head - Team Manager
Roger Bryce - Official Scorer
Gary Zealand - Team Physio
Peter Jensen - NSW - Captain
Peter Judd - SA - Vice Captain
Bill Blair - Victoria - Tour Selector
Sam Davis - WA
Phil Jackson - Victoria
Richard Johnson - QLD
Bob McGhee - QLD
Claude Orlando - Tasmania
Peter O'Reilly - NSW
Tony Panecasio - NSW
Geoff Patterson - NSW
Graeme Pavey - Victoria
Stuart Ridge - NSW
Darren Smith - NSW
Andrew Walsh - QLD
Andrew Watson - QLD
David Wenham - SA
Bruce Worthington - QLD
Also congratulations to the follow who will be joining to support the team in Chennai.
David Head - Team Manager
Roger Bryce - Official Scorer
Gary Zealand - Team Physio
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Australian Squad for the Over60s Cricket World Cup in Chennai, India – February 18 to March 4, 2024 has been announced. Congratulations to those selected. Peter Jensen - NSW - Capt ...
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Q: The Australian Over 40's Cricket Team is thrilled to announce their participation in the inaugural Over 40's World Cup, set to take place in Pakistan from the 23rd of September – 8th of October 2023. The tournament will witness eight formidable teams competing in a total of 36 thrilling matches, showcasing the exceptional talent and passion for cricket among seasoned players. Australia will compete against 7 other Countries including the USA, Saudia Arabia, Hong Kong, Canada, West Indies, UAE, and hosts Pakistan.
The Australian Over 40's Cricket squad recently completed a rigorous two-day training camp in Queensland, impressing the national selectors with their skill and determination. Comprising 16 highly skilled players, the team is now eagerly looking forward to showcasing their expertise as they compete against some of the best veteran cricketers in the world.
The Australian Over 40's Cricket squad recently completed a rigorous two-day training camp in Queensland, impressing the national selectors with their skill and determination. Comprising 16 highly skilled players, the team is now eagerly looking forward to showcasing their expertise as they compete against some of the best veteran cricketers in the world.
https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/889/veterans-cricket-australia/blog/1161/australian-team-gears-up-to-conquer-the-over-40s-cricket-world-cup
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The Australian Over 40's Cricket Team is thrilled to announce their participation in the inaugural Over 40's World Cup, set to take place in Pakistan from the 23rd of September – 8th of October 2 ...
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The Australian Over 60s cricket team are touring Canada (Toronto) in mid-August to compete in the Canada Cup against Canada, England and USA. ...
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Over 70s Australian Cricket team tour of United Kingdom July 26th to August 22nd, 2023 Veterans Cricket Australia would like to congratulate the following who have been selected to repres ...
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Q: Christchurch, New Zealand - Veterans Cricket Australia O55's is set to make its debut as a National Age Category in Christchurch this November. Fourteen teams from Australia and two sides from New Zealand will compete across two divisions in what is expected to be an exciting and closely contested tournament.
The tournament will be hosted by the St Albans Cricket Club and will take place from November 22-28, with a scheduled rest day on November 25th to allow players and their partners to take in the many tourist attractions on offer in and around Christchurch. Many players are expected to bring their partners and stay an extra week to enjoy the local sights and sounds.
The tournament will be played on several grounds, including Rangiora, Willows, Burnside, and some of the private schools in and around Christchurch, before culminating in the final at the Famous Hagley Park Oval.
"We are delighted to bring the Veterans Cricket Australia O55's tournament to Christchurch for the first time," said Andrew Knight Chairman, O50’s Veterans Cricket Association. "We are confident that this event will be a great success and showcase the best Australian veteran’s cricket."
The tournament will be hosted by the St Albans Cricket Club and will take place from November 22-28, with a scheduled rest day on November 25th to allow players and their partners to take in the many tourist attractions on offer in and around Christchurch. Many players are expected to bring their partners and stay an extra week to enjoy the local sights and sounds.
The tournament will be played on several grounds, including Rangiora, Willows, Burnside, and some of the private schools in and around Christchurch, before culminating in the final at the Famous Hagley Park Oval.
"We are delighted to bring the Veterans Cricket Australia O55's tournament to Christchurch for the first time," said Andrew Knight Chairman, O50’s Veterans Cricket Association. "We are confident that this event will be a great success and showcase the best Australian veteran’s cricket."
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Media ReleaseChristchurch, New Zealand - Veterans Cricket Australia O55's is set to m ...
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2018 World Cup squadBack Row - Michael Van Zuyden, Manager Tim Sargent, Billy Blair, Darren Smith, Gavin Brown, Stephen Gollan, Darren Hill, Joe Santostefano, Greg Biggs, Ross Mcllveen (Phys ...
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On the 7th March 2020 Australia’s Over 50 World Cup squad played a warm up game against Oppenheimer’s XI at his ground in Johannesburg prior to the Over 50s World Cup ...
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Australian 050s first UK tour game vs Gloucestershire at Thornbury Gloucestershire on Sunday 16 July 2017.Finally after many trials and tribulations the inaugural Australian 050s side played ...
