#Brisbane Cricket Ground

[chaos-footy]

more insane afl facts? sure why not

a match in 1993 was stopped because there was a pig on the grounds

the fact "it was created to keep cricketers fit in winter" is actually a bit of a stretch. Tom Wills - known menace to cricket admin despite being an absolute gun of a player - and his mates were bored and wanted something to play. the distinction between "rugby" and "soccer" didn't really exist yet so when people talked about "football" you could've been talking about anything. Cricket clubs legitimately hated it because football on the hallowed cricket grounds is a recipe for ruin, but then they saw the (metric) shit-ton of money that ticket sales made and decided to cop some of the profit for fixing the turf.

in 1916 due to a quirk of a shortened season (thanks to world war I), Fitzroy Football Club managed to win both the Wooden Spoon (came in last for the home and away season) and the grand final

the macadamia nut was named after john macadam, one of the very first umpires of afl (who to be clear did a bunch of other stuff too in his short 38 years)

it has been 7128 days and counting since Essendon has won a final (4th september 2004).

the collingwood-carlton rivalry is over 125 years old

only three clubs have yet to win the premiership in a league that is both 35 and 127 years old. fremantle dockers, gws giants, and the gold coast suns. of these three, one (the suns) haven't even made finals - the other two have both made it to the grand final, even if they didn't win.

11 of the 18 clubs in the league are member-owned. all 10 victorian clubs + the brisbane lions. In the broadest sense, it means these clubs are owned by their fans. 5 clubs are owned by the afl, and the last 2 are owned by the terrifying Western Australian Football Commission. none of these clubs are owned by an individual, and nor can they be bought.

[psalm22-6]

Dear Aunt Jo — "Maid Marian" has persuaded me to join the Corner and become one of your many nieces. I would like my pen-name to be "Cosette," the heroine in Victor Hugo's "Les Miserables." "Maid Marian" and I formed between us a secret band called the (R.H.S.B.). Our meeting place is among the cliffs which overlook the river at River Terrace. Many a day have we roomed among these cliffs in search of wild flowers amongst the morning-glory which overruns the place scattering beautiful clusters of purple flowers, cut it all away, declaring it to be a pest, but after the debris was cleared away we found a huge white boulder which is now our trysting place. "Maid Marian" and I attended the East Brisbane State School where we sat for and passed our scholarship examination. When the bougainvillea which lined the cricket ground was in bloom we used to carry home huge armfuls of it. With love from COSETTE

The Brisbane Telegraph, 23 June 1928

[umichenginabroad]

Mapping Melbourne (Week 14)

When I initially started planning the trip, I struggled to find a good itinerary online. Beyond Queen Victoria Markets and the National Gallery of Victoria, the majority of recommendations were to visit streets and cafes, or activities that you couldn’t quite get the essence of online. Sure, a street is pretty and well-known, but how much time should I allot to visiting it?? I can only buy so many renowned Melbourne coffees. Answers to my questions were few and far between. Needless to say, figuring out the number of days to spend in Melbourne and coinciding adventures was more difficult than I’d like to admit. But, if it’s two things I learned from the trip, it’s that you’ll find adventure if you look for it and always schedule in free time to look for it!

To make matters worse, just before we called an Uber to the airport, we got an email saying our flight was canceled. Jetstar, the cheapest airline to get around Australia, had worked out pretty well for us until that moment, but from what we heard from other travelers, we knew it was just a matter of time before a flight of ours got canceled. We were able to move the flight to the next morning for free, but lost half a day of our trip. Even more inspired to pack our time there, we found out there was a rugby match in melbourne that evening. Melbourne is known for its sports scene as the annual host of the Australian Open, Australian Grand Prix (F1 races), as well as countless cricket, rugby, and Australian football matches in its famous Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) stadium. I had wanted to watch a rugby match for the longest time, so I was more than excited. The crowd was electric. It was the Melbourne Storm vs the Brisbane Broncos, two of the biggest Australian cities, so tensions were high. I won't get into the details of how rugby is played, but in simple terms, it’s not too different from American football except for the fact that players can only throw the ball backwards (like laterals in football) and they wear virtually no padding or helmets! The two 40-minute halves are also played with no timeouts or ad breaks, so the game doesn’t have the constant (and annoying) pauses which make American football feel never-ending. Needless to say, we were thoroughly entertained. 

The next day we got breakfast at one of Melbourne’s most famous cafes and breakfast spots, Seven Seeds, where I enjoyed a pourover coffee with notes of peaches and pineapple as well as an egg dish that still pops up in my dreams. 

Breakfast was followed by a walk through the Queen Victoria Markets, a walk along the river, and then a visit to the National Gallery of Victoria. I personally loved the gallery which had a variety of different exhibits ranging from robot dogs walking around a room to walls full of peoples’ confessions. I returned the next day to continue my exploration of the gallery. 

Here is a picture of one of the concession walls:

And here is a robot dog looking at some of its observers:

On a walking tour around the city, we learned that Melbourne used to be called Batmania after John Batman who claimed to have founded the city in 1835. We also enjoyed the Carlton Gardens, visited and learned about a prison that was converted into a university, and ended with a great view of the city. 

As much as I loved Melbourne and it’s unique ability to combine the city feel of Chicago with the cafe and food scene of Paris, the visit reaffirmed my bond with Sydney. 

^ me at DeGraves street - a fun little street and popular destination for coffee-lovers.

David Bayer

Biomedical Engineering

University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia

[taylors-husband]

Taylor Swift Headlining Tours List.

Concert Tours.

Fearless Tour: 23 April, 2009 - 10 July, 2010.

Speak Now World Tour: 9 February, 2011 - 18 March, 2012.

The Red Tour: 13 March, 2013 - 12 June, 2014.

The 1989 World Tour: 5 May, 2015 - 12 December, 2015.

Reputation Stadium Tour: 8 May, 2018 - 21 November, 2018.

Lover Fest: 5 April, 2020 - 1 August, 2020. (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

The Eras Tour: 17 March, 2023 - 23 November, 2024.

Total number of concerts: 572.

Total number of postponed concerts: 8

Total number of cancelled concerts: 18.

Argentina (3).

Buenos Aires (3).

9 November, 2023 - Estadio River Plate.

10 November, 2023 - Estadio River Plate.

11 November, 2023 - Estadio River Plate.

Australia (34).

New South Wales (12).

Newcastle (1).

8 February, 2010 - Newcastle Entertainment Centre.

Sydney (11).

6 February, 2010 - Acer Arena.

7 February, 2010 - Acer Arena.

9 March, 2012 - Allphones Arena.

10 March, 2012 - Allphones Arena.

4 December, 2013 - Allianz Stadium.

28 November, 2015 - ANZ Stadium.

2 November, 2018 - ANZ Stadium.

23 February, 2024 - Accor Stadium.

24 February, 2024 - Accor Stadium.

25 February, 2024 - Accor Stadium.

26 February, 2024 - Accor Stadium.

Queensland (7).

Brisbane (7).

4 February, 2010 - Brisbane Entertainment Centre.

6 March, 2012 - Brisbane Entertainment Centre.

7 March, 2012 - Brisbane Entertainment Centre.

7 December, 2013 - Suncorp Stadium.

5 December, 2015 - Brisbane, Queensland (Australia) - Suncorp Stadium.

6 November, 2018 - The Gabba.

South Australia (4).

Adelaide (4).

12 February, 2010 - Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

4 March, 2012 - Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

7 December, 2015 - Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

8 December, 2015 - Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

Victoria (12).

Melbourne (12).

10 February, 2010 - Rod Laver Arena.

11 February, 2010 - Rod Laver Arena.

12 March, 2012 - Rod Laver Arena.

13 March, 2012 - Rod Laver Arena.

14 March, 2012 - Rod Laver Arena.

14 December, 2013 - Etihad Stadium.

10 December, 2015 - AAMI Park.

11 December, 2015 - AAMI Park.

26 October, 2018 - Marvel Stadium.

16 February, 2024 - Melbourne Cricket Ground.

17 February, 2024 - Melbourne Cricket Ground.

18 February, 2024 - Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Western Australia (3).

Perth (3).

2 March, 2012 - Burswood Dome.

11 December, 2013 - nib Stadium.

19 October, 2018 - Optus Stadium.

Austria (3).

Vienna (3).

8 August, 2024 - Ernst-Happel-Stadion.

9 August, 2024 - Ernst-Happel-Stadion.

10 August, 2024 - Ernst-Happel-Stadion.

The Bahamas (1).

Paradise Island (1).

19 June, 2010 - Imperial Ballroom.

Brazil (6, 2 cancelled).

Rio de Janiero (3).

17 November, 2023 - Estadio Nilton Santos.

18 November, 2023 - Estadio Nilton Santos.

19 November, 2023 - Estadio Nilton Santos.

Sao Paulo (3, 2 cancelled).

18 July, 2020 - Allianz Parque. (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

19 July, 2020 - Allianz Parque. (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

24 November, 2023 - Allianz Parque.

25 November, 2023 - Allianz Parque.

26 November, 2023 - Allianz Parque.

Belgium (1, 1 cancelled).

Brussels (1).

6 March, 2011 - Forest National.

Werchter (1 cancelled).

20 June, 2020 - Werchter Boutique (Festivalpark). (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

Canada (36).

Alberta (8).

Calgary (1).

8 July, 2009 - Pengrowth Saddledome.

Edmonton (7).

9 July, 2009 - Commonwealth Country (Commonwealth Stadium).

18 August, 2011 - Rexall Place.

19 August, 2011 - Rexall Place.

25 June, 2013 - Rexall Place.

26 June, 2013 - Rexall Place.

4 August, 2015 - Rexall Place.

5 August, 2015 - Rexall Place.

British Columbia (4).

Vancouver (4).

10 September, 2011 - Rogers Arena.

11 September, 2011 - Rogers Arena.

29 June, 2013 - BC Place Stadium.

1 August, 2015 - BC Place Stadium.

Manitoba (2).

Winnipeg (2).

11 July, 2009 - MTS Centre.

22 June, 2013 - Investors Group Field.

Ontario (18).

Ottawa (2).

20 May, 2010 - Scotiabank Place.

6 July, 2015 - Canadian Tire Centre.

Toronto (10).

21 May, 2010 - Air Canada Center.

22 May, 2010 - Air Canada Center.

15 July, 2011 - Rogers Centre.

16 July, 2011 - Rogers Centre.

14 June, 2013 - Rogers Centre.

15 June, 2013 - Rogers Centre.

2 October, 2015 - Rogers Centre.

3 October, 2015 - Rogers Centre.

3 August, 2018 - Rogers Centre.

4 August, 2018 - Rogers Centre.

14 November, 2024 - Rogers Centre.

15 November, 2024 - Rogers Centre.

16 November, 2024 - Rogers Centre.

21 November, 2024 - Rogers Centre.

22 November, 2024 - Rogers Centre.

23 November, 2024 - Rogers Centre.

Prince Edward Island (1).

Cavendish (1).

10 July, 2010 - Cavendish Beach Music Festival 2010 (Cavendish Beach Festival Grounds).

Quebec (2).

Montreal (2).

14 July, 2011 - Bell Centre.

7 July, 2015 - Bell Centre.

Saskatchewan (1).

Craven (1).

10 July, 2009 - Craven Country Jamboree (Big Valley Park).

China (4).

Shanghai (4).

30 May, 2014 - Mercedes-Benz Arena.

10 November, 2015 - Mercedes-Benz Arena.

11 November, 2015 - Mercedes-Benz Arena.

12 November, 2015 - Mercedes-Benz Arena.

Denmark (1 cancelled).

Roskilde (1 cancelled).

1 July, 2020 - Roskilde Festival (Roskilde Fairgrounds). (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

England (29, 2 cancelled).

Birmingham (1).

22 March, 2011 - LG Arena.

Chelmsford (1).

22 August, 2009 - V Festival (Hylands Park).

Liverpool

13 June, 2024 - Anfield.

14 June, 2024 - Anfield.

15 June, 2024 - Anfield.

London (12, 1 cancelled).

6 May, 2009 - Shepherd’s Bush Empire.

7 May, 2009 - Shepherd’s Bush Empire.

23 November, 2009 - Wembley Arena.

30 March, 2011 - The O2 Arena.

1 February, 2014 - The O2 Arena.

2 February, 2014 - The O2 Arena.

4 February, 2014 - The O2 Arena.

10 February, 2014 - The O2 Arena.

11 February, 2014 - The O2 Arena.

27 June, 2015 - British Summertime (Hyde Park).

22 June, 2018 - Wembley Stadium.

23 June, 2018 - Wembley Stadium.

11 July, 2020 - British Summer Time (Hyde Park). (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

21 June, 2024 - Wembley Stadium.

22 June, 2024 - Wembley Stadium.

23 June, 2024 - Wembley Stadium.

15 August, 2024 - Wembley Stadium.

16 August, 2024 - Wembley Stadium.

17 August, 2024 - Wembley Stadium.

Manchester (5).

24 November, 2009 - Manchester Evening News Arena.

29 March, 2011 - Manchester Evening News Arena.

24 June, 2015 - Phones 4u Arena Manchester.

8 June, 2018 - Etihad Stadium.

9 June, 2018 - Etihad Stadium.

Pilton (1 cancelled).

28 June, 2020 - Glastonbury Festival (Worthy Farm). (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

Staffordshire (1).

23 August, 2009 - V Festival (Weston Park).

France (7, 1 cancelled).

Lyon (2).

2 June, 2024 - Groupama Stadium.

3 June, 2024 - Groupama Stadium.

Nîmes (1 cancelled).

5 July, 2020 - Festival de Nîmes (Arena of Nîmes). (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

Paris (5).

17 March, 2011 - Le Zénith.

9 May 2024 - Paris La Défense Arena.

10 May 2024 - Paris La Défense Arena.

11 May 2024 - Paris La Défense Arena.

12 May 2024 - Paris La Défense Arena.

Germany (11, 2 cancelled)

Berlin (1, 1 cancelled).

7 February, 2014 - O2 World.

24 June, 2020 - The Waldbühne. (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

Cologne (2).

19 June, 2015 - Lanxess Arena.

20 June, 2015 - Lanxess Arena.

Gelsenkirchen (3).

17 July, 2024 - VELTINS-Arena.

18 July, 2024 - VELTINS-Arena.

19 July, 2024 - VELTINS-Arena.

Hamburg (2).

23 July, 2024 - Volksparkstadion.

24 July, 2024 - Volksparkstadion.

Munich (2, 1 cancelled).

14 March, 2011 - Olympiahalle. (Cancelled due to overlapping of promotional activities. When this concert was cancelled, ticketholders were given the opportunity to attend the Oberhausen concert).

27 July, 2024 - Olympiastadion.

28 July, 2024 - Olympiastadion.

Oberhausen (1).

12 March, 2011 - Konig-Pilsener Arena.

Hong Kong (1).

21 February, 2011 - AsiaWorld-Arena.

Indonesia (1).

Jakarta (1).

4 June, 2014 - Mata Elang International Stadium.

Italy (3).

Milan (3).

15 March, 2011 - Mediolabum Forum.

13 July, 2024 - San Siro Stadium.

14 July, 2024 - San Siro Stadium.

Ireland (8).

Dublin (8).

27 March, 2011 - The O2.

29 June, 2015 - 3Arena.

30 June, 2015 - 3Arena.

15 June, 2018 - Croke Park.

16 June, 2018 - Croke Park.

28 June, 2024 - Aviva Stadium.

29 June, 2024 - Aviva Stadium.

30 June, 2024 - Aviva Stadium.

Japan (13).

Osaka (1).

13 February, 2011 - Osaka-Jo Hall.

Tokyo (12).

17 February, 2010 - Zepp Tokyo.

16 February, 2011 - Nippon Budokan.

17 February, 2011 - Nippon Budokan.

1 June, 2014 - Saitama Super Arena.

5 May, 2015 - TokyoDome.

6 May, 2015 - TokyoDome.

20 November, 2018 - TokyoDome.

21 November, 2018 - TokyoDome.

7 February, 2024 - TokyoDome.

8 February, 2024 - TokyoDome.

9 February, 2024 - TokyoDome.

10 February, 2024 - TokyoDome.

Malaysia (1).

Kuala Lumpur.

11 June, 2014 - Stadium Putra Bukit Jalil.

Mexico (4).

Mexico City (4).

24 August, 2023 - Foro Sol.

25 August, 2023 - Foro Sol.

26 August, 2023 - Foro Sol.

27 August, 2023 - Foro Sol.

Netherlands (6).

Amsterdam (4).

21 June, 2015 - Ziggo Dome.

4 July, 2024 - Johan Cruijff ArenA.

5 July, 2024 - Johan Cruijff ArenA.

6 July, 2024 - Johan Cruijff ArenA.

Rotterdam (1).

7 March, 2011 - Ahoy.

New Zealand (7).

Auckland (7).

16 March, 2012- Vector Arena.

17 March, 2012 - Vector Arena.

18 March, 2012 - Vector Arena.

29 November, 2013 - Vector Arena.

30 November, 2013 - Vector Arena.

1 December, 2013 - Vector Arena.

9 November, 2018 - Mt. Smart Stadium.

Northern Ireland (1).

Belfast (1).

25 March, 2011 - Odyssey Arena.

Norway (1, 1 cancelled).

Oslo (1, 1 cancelled).

9 March, 2011 - Oslo Spektrum.

26 June, 2020 - Oslo Sommertid (Voldøkka). (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

Philippines (2).

Manila (2).

19 February, 2011 - Smart Araneta Coliseum.

6 June, 2014 - Mall of Asia Arena.

Poland (3, 1 cancelled).

Gdynia (1 cancelled).

3 July, 2020 - Open’er Festival (Babie Doly Airport). (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

Warsaw.

1 August, 2024 - PGE Narodowy.

2 August, 2024 - PGE Narodowy.

3 August, 2024 - PGE Narodowy.

Portugal (2, 1 cancelled).

Lisbon (2).

24 May, 2024 - Estádio da Luz.

25 May, 2024 - Estádio da Luz.

Oerias (1 cancelled).

9 July, 2020 - Nos Festival (Passeio Marítimo de Algés). (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

Scotland (4).

Edinburgh (3).

7 June, 2024 - Murrayfield Stadium

8 June, 2024 - Murrayfield Stadium.

9 June, 2024 - Murrayfield Stadium.

Glasgow (1).

23 June, 2015 - SSE Hydro.

Singapore (11).

9 February, 2011 - Singapore Indoor Stadium.

9 June, 2014 - Singapore Indoor Stadium.

12 June, 2014 - Singapore Indoor Stadium.

7 November, 2015 - Singapore Indoor Stadium.

8 November, 2015 - Singapore Indoor Stadium.

2 March, 2024 - National Stadium.

3 March, 2024 - National Stadium.

4 March, 2024 - National Stadium.

7 March, 2024 - National Stadium.

8 March, 2024 - National Stadium.

9 March, 2024 - National Stadium.

South Korea (1).

Seoul (1).

11 February, 2011 - Olympic Park Gymnastics Arena.

Spain (2, 1 cancelled).

Madrid (2, 1 cancelled).

19 March, 2011 - Palacio de los Deportes.

8 July, 2020 - Mad Cool Festival (IFEMA). (Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic).

30 May, 2024 - Estadio Santiago Bernabéu.

Sweden (3).

Stockholm (3).

17 May, 2024 - Friends Arena.

18 May, 2024 - Friends Arena.

19 May, 2024 - Friends Arena.

Switzerland (2).

Zürich (2).

9 July, 2024 - Stadion Letzigrund Zürich.

10 July, 2024 - Stadion Letzigrund Zürich.

Thailand (1 cancelled).

Bangkok (1 cancelled).

9 June, 2014 - Impact Arena. (Cancelled and moved to Singapore due to the 2014 Thai coup d’etat.

Ticketholders for the Bangkok concert were given the opportunity to attend the Singapore concert.

United States (362, 8 postponed, 4 cancelled).

Alabama (2).

Birmingham (1).

11 September, 2009 - BJCC Arena.

Enterprise (1).

4 June, 2009 - BamaJam Farms.

Arizona (10).

Phoenix/Glendale (10).

21 May, 2009 - Jobing(dot)com Arena.

21 October, 2011 - Jobing(dot)com Arena.

22 October, 2011 - Jobing(dot)com Arena.

28 May, 2013 - Jobing(dot)com Arena.

29 May, 2013 - Jobing(dot)com Arena.

17 August, 2015 - Gila River Arena.

18 August, 2015 - Gila River Arena.

8 May, 2018 - University Of Phoenix Stadium.

17 March, 2023 - State Farm Stadium.

18 March, 2023 - State Farm Stadium.

Arkansas (3).

Jonesboro (1).

24 April, 2009 - ASU Convocation Center.

Little Rock (2).

26 September, 2009 - Verizon Arena.

4 October, 2011 - Verizon Arena.

California (38, 4 cancelled).

Fresno (1).

10 April, 2010 - Save Mart Center at Fresno State.

Inglewood/Los Angeles/Pasadena (23, 2 cancelled).

22 May, 2009 - Staples Center.

15 April, 2010 - Staples Center.

16 April, 2010 - Staples Center.

23 August, 2011 - Staples Center.

24 August, 2011 - Staples Center.

27 August, 2011 - Staples Center.

28 August, 2011 - Staples Center.

19 August, 2013 - Staples Center.

20 August, 2013 - Staples Center.

23 August, 2013 - Staples Center.

24 August, 2013 - Staples Center.

21 August, 2015 - Staples Center.

22 August, 2015 - Staples Center.

25 August, 2015 - Staples Center.

26 August, 2015 – Staples Center.

18 May, 2018 - Rose Bowl.

19 May, 2018 - Rose Bowl.

25 July, 2020 - Lover Fest West (Sofi Stadium). Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic.

26 July, 2020 - Lover Fest West (Sofi Stadium). Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic.

3 August, 2023 - SoFi Stadium.

4 August, 2023 - SoFi Stadium.

5 August, 2023 - SoFi Stadium.

7 August, 2023 - SoFi Stadium.

8 August, 2023 - SoFi Stadium.

9 August, 2023 - SoFi Stadium.

Sacramento (2).

3 September, 2011 - Power Balance Pavilion.

27 August, 2013 - Sleep Train Arena.

San Diego (4).

24 May, 2009 - San Diego Sports Arena.

20 October, 2011 - Valley View Casino Center.

15 August, 2013 - Valley View Casino Center.

29 August, 2015 - PETCO Park.

San Jose/Santa Clara (8).

11 April, 2010 - HP Pavilion.

1 September, 2011 - HP Pavilion.

2 September, 2011 - HP Pavilion.

15 August, 2015 - Levi’s Stadium.

11 May, 2018 - Levi’s Stadium.

12 May, 2018 - Levi’s Stadium.

28 July, 2023 - Levi’s Stadium.

29 July, 2023 - Levi’s Stadium.

Colorado (9).

Denver (9).

6 April, 2010 - Pepsi Center.

7 April, 2010 - Pepsi Center.

27 September, 2011 - Pepsi Center.

2 June, 2013 - Pepsi Center.

5 September, 2015 - Pepsi Center.

6 September, 2015 - Pepsi Center.

25 May, 2018 - Sports Authority Field At Mile High.

14 July, 2023 - Empower Field at Mile High.

15 July, 2023 - Empower Field at Mile High.

Connecticut (2).

Hartford (1).

22 June, 2011 - XL Center.

Uncasville (1).

28 August, 2009 - Mohegan Sun Arena.

Florida (24).

Ft. Lauderdale (3).

7 March, 2010 - BankAtlantic Center.

2 June, 2011 - BankAtlantic Center.

3 June, 2011 - BankAtlantic Arena.

Jacksonville (2).

1 May, 2009 - Veterans Memorial Arena.

11 November, 2011 - Veterans Memorial Arena.

Miami (7).

13 November, 2011 - American Airlines Arena.

10 April, 2013 - American Airlines Arena.

27 October, 2015 - American Airlines Arena.

18 August, 2018 - Hard Rock Stadium.

18 October, 2024 - Hard Rock Stadium.

19 October, 2024 - Hard Rock Stadium.

20 October, 2024 - Hard Rock Stadium.

Orlando (4).

5 March, 2010 - Amway Arena.

4 June, 2011 - Amway Center.

11 April, 2013 - Amway Center.

12 April, 2013 - Amway Center.

Tampa (8).

4 March, 2010 - St. Pete Times Forum.

12 November, 2011 - St. Pete Times Forum.

20 April, 2013 - Tampa Bay Times Forum.

31 October, 2015 - Raymond James Stadium.

14 August, 2018 - Raymond James Stadium.

13 April, 2023 - Raymond James Stadium.

14 April, 2023 - Raymond James Stadium.

15 April, 2023 - Raymond James Stadium.

Georgia (10).

Atlanta (10, 2 postponed, 1 cancelled).

9 July, 2011 - Phillips Arena. This concert was postponed because Taylor had bronchitis.

10 July, 2011 - Phillips Arena. This concert was postponed because Taylor had bronchitis.

1 October, 2011 - Phillips Arena.

2 October, 2011 - Phillips Arena.

18 April, 2013 - Phillips Arena.

19 April, 2013 - Phillips Arena.

24 October, 2015 - Georgia Dome.

10 August, 2018 - Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

11 August, 2018 - Mercedes Benz Stadium.

5 April, 2020 - Capital One Jam Fest (Centenial Olympic Park). Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic.

28 April, 2023 - Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

29 April, 2023 - Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

30 April, 2023 - Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Idaho (1).

Boise (1).

17 May, 2009 - Idaho Center.

Illinois (13).

Chicago (12).

9 October, 2009 - Allstate Arena.

10 October, 2009 - Allstate Arena.

9 August, 2011 - Allstate Arena.

10 August, 2011 - Allstate Arena.

10 August, 2013 - Soldier Field.

18 July, 2015 - Soldier Field.

19 July, 2015 - Soldier Field.

1 June, 2018 - Soldier Field.

2 June, 2018 - Soldier Field.

2 June, 2023 - Soldier Field.

3 June, 2023 - Soldier Field.

4 June, 2023 - Soldier Field.

Moline (1).

8 May, 2010 - i Wireless Center.

Indiana (9).

Indianapolis (8).

8 October, 2009 - Conseco Fieldhouse.

29 July, 2011 - Conseco Fieldhouse.

26 April, 2013 - Bankers Life Arena.

16 September, 2015 - Bankers Life Fieldhouse.

15 September, 2018 - Lucas Oil Stadium.

1 November, 2024 - Lucas Oil Stadium.

2 November, 2024 - Lucas Oil Stadium.

3 November, 2024 - Lucas Oil Stadium.

Evansville (1).

23 April, 2009 - Roberts Municipal Stadium.

Iowa (4).

Des Moines (4).

6 May, 2010 - Wells Fargo Arena.

29 May, 2011 - Wells Fargo Arena.

1 August, 2013 - Wells Fargo Arena.

8 October, 2015 - Wells Fargo Arena.

Kansas (2).

Wichita (2).

1 April, 2010 - Intrust Bank Arena.

6 August, 2013 - Intrust Bank Arena.

Kentucky (9, 1 postponed).

Lexington (4).

29 April, 2010 - Rupp Arena.

29 October, 2011 - Rupp Arena.

27 April, 2013 - Rupp Arena.

20 October, 2015 - Rupp Arena.

Louisville (5, 1 postponed).

30 August, 2009 - Kentucky State Fair (Freedom Hall).

2 July, 2011 - KFC Yum! Center. This concert was postponed because Taylor had bronchitis.

11 October, 2011 - KFC Yum! Center.

7 May, 2013 - KFC Yum! Center.

2 June, 2015 - KFC Yum! Center.

30 June, 2018 - Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium.

Louisiana (13).

Baton Rouge (2).

29 May, 2010 - Bayou Country Superfest (LSU Tiger Stadium).

22 May, 2015 - Baton Rouge, Louisiana (United States) - LSU Tiger Stadium.

Bossier City (3).

10 September, 2009 - CenturyTel Center.

20 September, 2011 - CenturyLink Center.

20 May, 2015 - CenturyLink Center.

Lafayette (1).

9 September, 2009 - Cajundome.

New Orleans (5).

5 October, 2011 - New Orleans Arena.

22 September, 2018 - Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

25 October, 2024 - Caesars Superdome.

26 October, 2024 - Caesars Superdome.

27 October, 2024 - Caesars Superdome.

Maryland (3).

Baltimore (1).

11 June, 2009 - Merriweather Post Pavillion.

Landover (2).

10 July, 2018 - FedEx Field.

11 July, 2018 - FedEx Field.

Massachusetts (13, 2 cancelled).

Foxborough (13, 2 cancelled).

5 June, 2010 - Gillette Stadium.

25 June, 2011 - Gillette Stadium.

26 June, 2011 - Gillette Stadium.

26 July, 2013 - Gillette Stadium.

27 July, 2013 - Gillette Stadium.

24 July, 2015 - Gillette Stadium.

25 July, 2015 - Gillette Stadium.

26 July, 2018 - Gilette Stadium.

27 July, 2018 - Gillette Stadium.

28 July, 2018 - Gillette Stadium.

31 July, 2020 - Lover Fest East (Gilette Stadium). Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic.

1 August, 2020 - Lover Fest East (Gilette Stadium). Cancelled due to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic.

19 May, 2023 - Gillette Stadium.

20 May, 2023 - Gillette Stadium

21 May, 2023 - Gillette Stadium.

Michigan (10).

Detroit (8).

26 March, 2010 - The Palace of Auburn Hills.

27 March, 2010 - The Palace of Auburn Hills.

11 June, 2011 - Ford Field.

4 May, 2013 - Ford Field.

30 May, 2015 - Ford Field.

28 August, 2018 - Ford Field.

9 June, 2023 - Ford Field.

10 June, 2023 - Ford Field.

Grand Rapids (2).

2 October, 2009 - Van Andel Arena.

28 July, 2011 - Van Andel Arena.

Minnesota (15).

Detroit Lakes (1).

7 August, 2009 - WE Fest (Soo Pass Ranch).

Duluth (1).

3 September, 2009 - Arena at Gwinett Center.

Minneapolis/St. Paul (13).

11 October, 2009 - Target Center.

7 May, 2010 - Xcel Energy Center.

14 June, 2011 - Xcel Energy Center.

15 June, 2011 - Xcel Energy Center.

7 September, 2013 - Xcel Energy Center.

8 September, 2013 - Xcel Energy Center.

11 September, 2015 - Xcel Energy Center.

12 September, 2015 - Xcel Energy Center.

13 September, 2015 - Xcel Energy Center.

31 August, 2018 - U.S. Bank Stadium.

1 September, 2018 - U.S. Bank Stadium.

23 June, 2023 - U.S. Bank Stadium.

24 June, 2023 - U.S. Bank Stadium.

Mississippi (1).

Biloxi (1).

2 May, 2009 - Mississippi Coast Coliseum.

Missouri (17, 2 postponed).

Kansas City (9).

2 April, 2010 - Sprint Center.

24 September, 2011 - Arrowhead Stadium.

2 August, 2013 - Sprint Center.

3 August, 2013 - Sprint Center.

21 September, 2015 - Sprint Center.

22 September, 2015 - Sprint Center.

8 September, 2018 - Arrowhead Stadium.

7 July, 2023 - GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

8 July, 2023 - GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

St. Louis (8, 2 postponed).

25 April, 2009 - Scottrade Center.

13 August, 2011 - Scottrade Center.

14 August, 2011 - Scottrade Center.

18 March, 2013 - Scottrade Center.

19 March, 2013 - Scottrade Center.

28 September, 2015 - Scottrade Center.

29 September, 2015 - Scottrade Center.

13 October, 2015 - St. Louis, Missouri (United States) - Scottrade Center. Postponed and moved forward by a month after Houston was added to the schedule.

Originally, the St. Louis shows downsized from two to one after Houston was added but the second show was added again due to overwhelming demand.

14 October, 2015 - St. Louis, Missouri (United States) - Scottrade Center. Postponed and moved forward by a month after Houston was added to the schedule.

Originally, the St. Louis shows downsized from two to one after Houston was added but the second show was added again due to overwhelming demand.

18 September, 2018 - The Dome of America’s Center.

Nebraska (7).

Omaha (7).

9 August, 2009 - Qwest Center.

27 May, 2011 - Qwest Center.

28 May, 2011 - Qwest Center.

13 March, 2013 - CenturyLink Center.

14 March, 2013 - CenturyLink Center.

9 October, 2015 - CenturyLink Center.

10 October, 2015 - CenturyLink Center.

Nevada (4).

Las Vegas (4).

23 May, 2009 - Mandalay Bay Events Center.

15 May, 2015 - Rock In Rio (Las Vegas Festival Grounds).

24 March, 2023 - Allegiant Stadium.

25 March, 2023 - Allegiant Stadium.

New Jersey (18).

East Rutherford (9).

13 July, 2013 - MetLife Stadium.

10 July, 2015 - Metlife Stadium.

11 July, 2015 - MetLife Stadium.

20 July, 2018 - Metlife Stadium.

21 July, 2018 - MetLife Stadium.

22 July, 2018 - MetLife Stadium.

26 May, 2023 - Metlife Stadium.

27 May, 2023 - Metlife Stadium.

28 May, 2023 - MetLife Stadium.

Newark (9).

12 May, 2010 - Prudential Center.

13 May, 2010 - Prudential Center.

19 July, 2011 - Prudential Center.

20 July, 2011 - Prudential Center.

23 July, 2011 - Prudential Center.

24 July, 2011- Prudential Center.

27 March, 2013 - Prudential Center.

28 March, 2013 - Prudential Center.

29 March, 2013 - Prudential Center.

New York (6).

Buffalo (1).

21 June, 2011 - HSBC Arena.

New York City (3).

27 August, 2009 - Madison Square Garden.

21 November, 2011 - Madison Square Garden.

22 November, 2011 - Madison Square Garden.

Uniondale (2).

14 May, 2010 - Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

15 May, 2010 - Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

North Carolina (10, 1 postponed).

Charlotte (3, 1 postponed).

5 September, 2009 - Time Warner Cable Arena.

8 July, 2011 - Time Warner Cable Arena. This concert was postponed because Taylor had bronchitis.

16 November, 2011 - Time Warner Cable Arena.

22 March, 2013 - Time Warner Cable Arena.

Raleigh (2).

13 September, 2013 - PNC Arena.

9 June, 2015 - PNC Arena.

Greensboro (5).

12 June, 2009 - Greensboro Coliseum.

30 June, 2011 - Greensboro Coliseum.

12 September, 2013 - Greensboro Coliseum.

13 September, 2013 - Greensboro Coliseum.

21 October, 2015 - Greensboro Coliseum.

North Charleston (1).

30 April, 2009 - North Charleston Coliseum.

Raleigh (2).

1 May, 2010 - RBC Center.

17 November, 2011 - RBC Center.

North Dakota (3).

Fargo (2, 1 postponed).

6 September, 2013 - Fargodome.

9 September, 2015 - Fargodome. This concert was postponed and swapped with the concert in Houston in case the MLB team the Houston Astros needed Minute Maid Park for the 2015 baseball post season.

12 October, 2015 - Fargodome.

Minot (1).

25 July, 2009 - North Dakota State Fair (North Dakota State Fair Grandstand).

Ohio (14).

Cincinatti (3).

28 March, 2010 - U.S. Bank Arena.

30 June, 2023 - Paycor Stadium.

1 July, 2023 - Paycor Stadium.

Cleveland (5).

3 October, 2009 - Quicken Loans Arena.

30 July, 2011 - Quicken Loans Arena.

25 April, 2013 - Quicken Loans Arena.

3 June, 2015 - Quicken Loans Arena.

17 July, 2018 - Cleveland, Ohio (United States) - First Energy Stadium.

Columbus (6).

17 July, 2009 - Value City Arena.

7 June, 2011 - Nationwide Arena.

8 May, 2013 - Nationwide Arena.

17 September, 2015 - Nationwide Arena.

18 September, 2015 - Nationwide Arena.

7 July, 2018 - Ohio Stadium.

Oklahoma (5).

Oklahoma City (2).

31 March, 2010 - Ford Center.

15 October, 2011 - Chesapeake Arena.

Tulsa (3).

27 September, 2009 - BOK Center.

21 September, 2011 - BOK Center.

7 August, 2013 - BOK Center.

Oregon (3).

Portland (3).

16 May, 2009 - Rose Garden Arena.

6 September, 2011 - Rose Garden Arena.

30 August, 2013 - Moda Center.

Pennsylvania (20).

Philadelphia (12).

18 March, 2010 - Wachovia Center.

19 March, 2010 - Wachovia Center.

6 August, 2011 - Lincoln Financial Field.

19 July, 2013 - Lincoln Financial Field.

20 July, 2013 - Lincoln Financial Field.

12 June, 2015 - Lincoln Financial Field.

13 June, 2015 - Lincoln Financial Field.

13 July, 2018 - Lincoln Financial Field,

14 July, 2018 - Lincoln Financial Field.

12 May, 2023 - Lincoln Financial Field.

13 May, 2023 - Lincoln Financial Field.

14 May, 2023 - Lincoln Financial Field.

Pittsburgh (7).

1 October, 2009 - Mellon Arena.

18 June, 2011 - Heinz Field.

6 July, 2013 - Heinz Field.

6 June, 2015 - Heinz Field.

7 August, 2018 - Heinz Field.

16 June, 2023 - Acrisure Stadium.

17 June, 2023 - Acrisure Stadium.

University Park (1).

29 August, 2009 - Bryce Jordan Center.

South Carolina (4).

Columbia (3).

30 April, 2010 - Colonial Life Arena.

18 November, 2011 - Colonial Life Arena.

23 March, 2013 - Colonial Life Arena.

Greenville (1).

4 September, 2009 - BI-LO Center.

South Dakota (1).

Rapid City (1).

24 July, 2009 - Rushmore Plaza Civic Center.

Tennessee (14).

Knoxville (1).

1 July, 2011 - Thompson-BolingArena.

Memphis (1).

30 October, 2011 - FedEx Forum.

Nashville (12).

12 September, 2009 - Sommet Center.

16 September, 2011 - Bridgestone Arena.

17 September, 2011 - Bridgestone Arena.

19 September, 2013 - Bridgestone Arena.

20 September, 2013 - Bridgestone Arena.

21 September, 2013 - Bridgestone Arena.

25 September, 2015 - Bridgestone Arena.

26 September, 2015 - Bridgestone Arena.

25 August, 2018 - Nissan Stadium.

5 May, 2023 - Nissan Stadium.

6 May, 2023 - Nissan Stadium.

7 May, 2023 - Nissan Stadium.

Texas (26, 1 postponed).

Arlington/Dallas (10).

25 September, 2009 - American Airlines Center.

11 March, 2010 - American Airlines Center.

8 October, 2011 - Cowboys Stadium.

25 May, 2013 - Cowboys Stadium.

17 October, 2015 - AT&T Stadium.

5 October, 2018 - AT&T Stadium.

6 October, 2018 - AT&T Stadium.

31 March, 2023 - AT&T Stadium.

1 April, 2023 - AT&T Stadium.

2 April, 2023 - AT&T Stadium.

Austin (3).

10 March, 2010 - Frank Erwin Center.

26 October, 2011 - Frank Erwin Center.

21 May, 2013 - Frank Erwin Center.

Corpus Christi (1).

12 March, 2010 - American Bank Center Arena.

Houston (9).

25 May, 2010 - Toyota Center.

26 May, 2010 - Toyota Center.

5 November, 2011 - Minute Maid Park.

16 May, 2013 - Toyota Center.

9 September, 2015 - Minute Maid Park.

12 October, 2015 - Minute Maid Park. This concert was postponed and swapped with the concert in Fargo in case the MLB team the Houston Astros needed Minute Maid Park for the 2015 baseball post season.

29 September, 2018 - NRG Stadium.

21 April, 2023 - NRG Stadium.

23 April, 2023 - NRG Stadium.

22 April, 2023 - NRG Stadium.

Lubbock (1).

14 October, 2011 - United Spirit Arena.

San Antonio (2).

25 October, 2011 - AT&T Center.

22 May, 2013 - AT&T Center.

Utah (4).

Salt Lake City (4).

26 May, 2009 - EnergySolutions Arena.

28 September, 2011 - EnergySolutions Arena.

1 June, 2013 - EnergySolutions Arena.

4 September, 2015 - EnergySolutions Arena.

Virginia (2).

Charlottesville.

20 March, 2010 - John Paul Jones Arena.

14 September, 2013 - John Paul Jones Arena

Washington (8).

Seattle/Tacoma (7).

15 May, 2009 - KeyArena.

7 September, 2011 - Tacoma Dome.

31 August, 2013 - Tacoma Dome.

8 August, 2015 - CenturyLink Field.

22 May, 2018 - CenturyLink Field.

22 July, 2023 - Lumen Field.

23 May, 2023 - Lumen Field.

Spokane (1).

14 May, 2009 - Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena.

Washington, DC (8).

1 June, 2010 - Verizon Center.

2 June, 2010 - Verizon Center.

2 August, 2011 - Verizon Center.

3 August, 2011 - Verizon Center.

11 May, 2013 - Verizon Center.

12 May, 2013 - Verizon Center.

13 July, 2015 - Nationals Park.

14 July, 2015 - Nationals Park.

West Virginia (1).

Charleston (1).

18 July, 2009 - Charleston Civic Center.

Wisconsin (4).

Cadott (1).

25 June, 2009 - Country Fest 2009 (Chippewa Valley Festival Grounds).

Milwaukee (1).

8 June, 2011 - Bradley Center.

Oshkosh (1).

24 June, 2009 - Country USA Festival (Ford Festival Park).

Twin Lakes (1).

16 July, 2009 - Country Thunder Festival (Shadow Hill Ranch).

Wyoming (1).

Cheyenne (1).

23 July, 2009 - Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena.

Wales (1).

Cardiff (1).

18 June, 2024 - Principality Stadium.

[didipromocode]

A Showdown for the Ages: AFL Grand Final - Collingwood Magpies vs. Brisbane Lions

The Australian Football League (AFL) Grand Final is the pinnacle of Australian Rules Football, a day when two of the country's top teams go head to head in a clash of skill, strategy, and determination. In this article, we delve into the anticipation, history, and excitement surrounding the blockbuster matchup between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions.

The Magpies' Pursuit of Glory

Collingwood is a name synonymous with AFL success. They have a rich history dating back to 1892 and are one of the most successful clubs in the league. With 16 premierships to their name, the Magpies are always considered contenders for the title. This year, they have a talented squad led by captain Scott Pendlebury and coach Nathan Buckley, both of whom have their sights set on bringing another premiership cup to the club's illustrious history.

The Rise of the Brisbane Lions

On the other side of the coin, the Brisbane Lions are a relatively new franchise in the AFL landscape, formed in 1996 through the merger of the Brisbane Bears and the Fitzroy Lions. However, despite their short history, the Lions have achieved remarkable success, winning three consecutive premierships from 2001 to 2003. This year, under the guidance of coach Chris Fagan, the Lions have made it back to the Grand Final and are eager to add another chapter to their success story.

Key Matchups

The Grand Final is not only about the teams; it's also about the individual battles that unfold on the field. This year, fans can look forward to some thrilling matchups:

Scott Pendlebury vs. Lachie Neale: Two of the league's best midfielders will go head to head in the battle for supremacy at the center. Pendlebury's class and poise against Neale's relentless ball-winning ability will be a spectacle to watch.

Taylor Adams vs. Dayne Zorko: These two midfield bullies will be pivotal in their respective teams' efforts. Adams' toughness and contested ball-winning skills will be matched against Zorko's agility and creativity.

Mason Cox vs. Harris Andrews: In the forward line, Collingwood's Mason Cox, known for his towering presence and marking ability, will face the daunting task of competing against Brisbane's Harris Andrews, one of the league's premier defenders.

Historical Significance

This Grand Final carries a unique historical significance as it represents the clash between the old and the new. Collingwood, with its long and storied history, is the epitome of tradition and excellence in the AFL, while Brisbane, a relatively young club, symbolizes the league's expansion and growth beyond its traditional heartlands.

Both teams have their own compelling narratives – Collingwood seeking to add to their illustrious trophy cabinet, and Brisbane aiming to establish themselves as a modern-day dynasty. The result of this contest will shape the AFL's history and future.

The Fan Experience

The AFL Grand Final is not just about what happens on the field; it's also a festival of football for fans. Thousands will flock to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), while millions more will watch from their homes or local pubs, making it one of Australia's most-watched sporting events.

The atmosphere at the MCG is electric, with fans decked out in team colors, face paint, and waving banners. The pre-game entertainment is always a highlight, featuring top Australian musical acts. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or a casual fan, the Grand Final is an event that brings people together to celebrate their love for the sport.

The clash between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions in the AFL Grand Final promises to be a memorable showdown. It's a battle of tradition and history versus modern success and growth, with both teams having a lot at stake. As the teams take to the field, the eyes of the nation will be fixed on the MCG, awaiting the crowning of this year's AFL champion. Regardless of the outcome, one thing is certain – the 2023 AFL Grand Final will be a spectacle of Australian Rules Football at its finest.

[charlesandmartine]

Saturday 25th February 2023

We Outbackers wouldn't normally enlist for a Motel, but other accommodation in these rather rural locations is hard to find. At least we haven't pursued the outback theme as far as backpacking in a hostel! As far as motels go, this is extremely comfortable, quiet, modern and thankfully, empty, but also one of many motels in Roma. Modern day Roma is a bustling town at the northern end of the Murray Darling Basin. It is a meeting point for the farming industry with a cattle saleyard, sales and maintenance of heavy farm equipment, supplies and services. It is also very much an oasis for refuelling and stopovers on long journeys across the outback. It was first named in 1867 after the wife of the Governor of Queensland, Lady Diamantina Bowen (née di Roma). In 1863 Samuel Bassett brought the first vines to Roma and formed the Romavilla Winery in 1866. Roma's next claim to fame came in 1900 when due to a drought a bore was drilled to 1350 feet and water and natural gas gushed out. Sadly at the time it was not known how to separate them. By 1906 they had sunk a second well to the gas strata and started a commercial gas supply business. However, things don't always go the way you want as 10 days after the first customer was connected, the gas ran out. Not to be defeated, 2 years later the Roma Mineral Oil Company drilled deeper and hit natural gas which unfortunately blew across in the direction of a wood burning steam boiler. You couldn't make this up could you? Flames were 100ft high and the roar could be heard 7 miles away and it took a fair bit of putting out by all accounts. The next well in 1927 produced oil but they ceased production in 1931. Hmm. Good news eventually, despite the setbacks - these were determined people, and natural gas was finally piped 440km to Brisbane and used until 1969.

Out of 10 things to do in Roma, 5 were not open so we did what we could. Number 1, the Roma Bush Gardens. Very nice and also informative about local trees and shrubs. Number 2, the Walk of Hero's. This was an avenue of bottle trees planted, one for each local soldier killed in WWI. 140 in all and very poignant. Each tree had a commemorative plaque. Number 3, the largest bottle tree in Roma. Vital statistics: girth 9.62m, height 15m, canopy 23m, age 100 years. Very impressive. Number 4, the Big Rig that tells the story of oil and gas, see above. Number 5, various sculptures around town. Disappointments: The museum at the ,'Up the Creek Garage' was shut for upgrades. So was St Paul's shut so couldn't see the stained glass windows. We had missed the film night at the Big Rig and no cattle sales on at the saleyard. With all that excitement we went to Woolworths for some provisions.

With our trackers hats on we set off for the cricket ground a couple of hundred metres down the Warrego Highway in search of the evasive kangaroo. Now we are well aversed of the penchant the species have for golf courses, but we wondered whether evolution had moved them onto a liking for cricket pitches. It would appear this hypothesis was correct because there they were in deep fielding position. About 20 of them. They could see us and were extremely wary of our presence. Sunset seems to come suddenly. 6.20 and it's quite light and by 7pm completely dark. I guess that's the point at which they find something else to do.

Tomorrow we have a fairly short journey to the cattle station we shall be staying at. We shall be a little way from a food supermarket so a trip to Woolworths is essential before starting off plus petrol fill up.

ps TV advert tonight is for 120 bulls for sale. We are picking up Alice Springs TV now.

[masr356]

HEA vs HUR, BBL|14: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips and Pitch Report | Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes | masr356.com

The Big Bash League (BBL)|14 continues to deliver thrilling action as Brisbane Heat (HEA) gear up to face Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) in Match 36 at the Brisbane Cricket Ground on Thursday. The Heat have struggled to find consistency this season, with four losses from eight matches, including one no result. Currently positioned fifth in the standings with six points, the Heat will be desperate to…

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HEA vs. HUR, BBL|14: Match prediction, Dream11 team, fantasy tips and pitch report | Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes

The Big Bash League (BBL)|14 continues to deliver exciting action as Brisbane Heat (HEA) Prepare for the face Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) in Match 36 at the Brisbane Cricket Ground on Thursday. The Heat have struggled to find consistency this season, with four losses from eight games, including one no result. Currently sitting fifth in the table with six points, the Heat will be desperate for a win…

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HEA vs HUR, BBL|14: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips and Pitch Report | Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes

The Big Bash League (BBL)|14 he continues to do impressive things like Brisbane Heat (HEA) weapons in the face Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) in Match 36 at the Brisbane Cricket Ground on Thursday. The Heat have struggled to find consistency this season, with four losses in eight games, including one scoreless. Currently in fifth place in the standings with six points, the Heat will be desperate for a…

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HEA vs HUR, BBL|14: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips and Pitch Report | Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes

The Big Bash League (BBL)|14 he continues to do impressive things like Brisbane Heat (HEA) weapons in the face Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) in Match 36 at the Brisbane Cricket Ground on Thursday. The Heat have struggled to find consistency this season, with four losses in eight games, including one scoreless. Currently in fifth place in the standings with six points, the Heat will be desperate for a…

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‘Rested Skipper On His Feet’ Australians Appeal For Virat Kohli’s Golden Duck; Experts Opine On The Call

Kohli’s Golden Duck claim (Image Credit: The Sydney Morning Herald) IND and OFF: Drama! Drama! Drama! At the Sydney Cricket Ground, the tremendous drama of this Border-Gavaskar Trophy continues in Perth, Brisbane and the MCG, and now there is finally much more to come in the final test at the SCG. The high tension moment that brought every player and every Indian fan to their feet at the SCG was…

[news365timesindia]

[ad_1] Rohit Sharma at the SCG (PC: Debasis Sen) It’s one of cricket’s many quirks that the format followed by the least people is considered the most important. And while captaincy in the white-ball formats is handed out like candy on Halloween, it remains a very big deal in Test cricket. Removing a captain in the middle of a high-profile Test series, especially one like the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, is almost unheard of. Yet, that could be Rohit Sharma’s fate when India take the field at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday. Because the team is in Australia, the local media will doubtless draw parallels to what happened with Kim Hughes exactly four decades ago at the Gabba in Brisbane. At the conclusion of the second Test – a fifth straight defeat to mighty West Indies – in November 1984, Hughes took a slip of paper out of his pocket at the press conference. “The constant speculation, criticism and innuendo by former players and section of the media over the past four-five years have finally taken their toll,” he said in a choked voice. “It is in the interest of the team…” After a lengthy pause to regain his composure, he continued. “It’s in the interest of the team and Australian cricket.” This time, the emotions overwhelmed him, and he could go no further. Looking back at Bob Merriman, the team manager, Hughes said: ‘You read it.’ He then walked away. The golden boy of Australian cricket would play only two more Tests. The circumstances were very different though. Hughes was leading a team that had fallen apart after the retirements of Greg Chappell, Dennis Little and Rodney Marsh. He was also unfortunate enough to have to play away and home series against West Indies in the space of 12 months – an experience that would have broken most. Rohit, till recently, was presiding over a team that was cruising towards a place in a third successive World Test Championship (WTC) final. In June, he had lifted the T20 World Cup, seven months after suffering [50-over] World Cup final heartbreak in Ahmedabad. Till the wheels came off in the home series against New Zealand, neither Rohit’s captaincy nor his batting were even up for debate. But five defeats in six Test under his leadership, and a miserable tally of 164 runs in the last 15 visits to the crease has completely transformed perspectives. After the limp surrender in the final session in Melbourne, the team is under siege, and Gautam Gambhir’s short and snappy responses to certain queries at the pre-match media briefing said as much. Gautam Gambhir having a chat and close look at the SCG pitch with Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah (PC: Debasis Sen) Will we now see a repeat of what happened after the Harare Test in September 2005, when Sourav Ganguly was unceremoniously deposed under a new coaching dispensation led by Chappell? For half a decade, he had been a hugely popular and widely admired captain, credited with transforming Indian cricket’s fortunes away from home.  He was also revered for his willingness to do what was best for the team. One of the great ODI openers, he gave up that spot so Virender Sehwag could slot in. He also dropped down the order in Test cricket, at considerable cost to his own numbers. In 38 innings at No.3, where he made his Lord’s debut, or No. 4, Ganguly scored nearly 2000 runs at an average of 57 – the numbers of a legend. At No. 5 or No. 6, he averaged less than 40. More than one current player has spoken of the sensitivity with which Rohit has often handled tricky selection issues. Late in his career, he was also willing to brave the new ball in Test cricket, a job he did with some distinction till the recent slump. India’s questionable selection calls during this series – leaving out Shubman Gill to include two ‘all-rounders’ that hardly bowled in Melbourne being the most recent – cannot be laid at his door alone. Many in this squad have come into their own as Test players under Rohit’s leadership. And while a losing side is seldom a happy one, the

cloak-and-dagger manner in which Rohit appears to have been deposed doesn’t send the right message to younger players or anyone else.    Also Read: Lack of clarity over Rohit’s Sydney fate is disturbing The post Echoes of the Ganguly saga in Rohit Sharma’s potential axing? appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

[news365times]

[ad_1] Rohit Sharma at the SCG (PC: Debasis Sen) It’s one of cricket’s many quirks that the format followed by the least people is considered the most important. And while captaincy in the white-ball formats is handed out like candy on Halloween, it remains a very big deal in Test cricket. Removing a captain in the middle of a high-profile Test series, especially one like the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, is almost unheard of. Yet, that could be Rohit Sharma’s fate when India take the field at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday. Because the team is in Australia, the local media will doubtless draw parallels to what happened with Kim Hughes exactly four decades ago at the Gabba in Brisbane. At the conclusion of the second Test – a fifth straight defeat to mighty West Indies – in November 1984, Hughes took a slip of paper out of his pocket at the press conference. “The constant speculation, criticism and innuendo by former players and section of the media over the past four-five years have finally taken their toll,” he said in a choked voice. “It is in the interest of the team…” After a lengthy pause to regain his composure, he continued. “It’s in the interest of the team and Australian cricket.” This time, the emotions overwhelmed him, and he could go no further. Looking back at Bob Merriman, the team manager, Hughes said: ‘You read it.’ He then walked away. The golden boy of Australian cricket would play only two more Tests. The circumstances were very different though. Hughes was leading a team that had fallen apart after the retirements of Greg Chappell, Dennis Little and Rodney Marsh. He was also unfortunate enough to have to play away and home series against West Indies in the space of 12 months – an experience that would have broken most. Rohit, till recently, was presiding over a team that was cruising towards a place in a third successive World Test Championship (WTC) final. In June, he had lifted the T20 World Cup, seven months after suffering [50-over] World Cup final heartbreak in Ahmedabad. Till the wheels came off in the home series against New Zealand, neither Rohit’s captaincy nor his batting were even up for debate. But five defeats in six Test under his leadership, and a miserable tally of 164 runs in the last 15 visits to the crease has completely transformed perspectives. After the limp surrender in the final session in Melbourne, the team is under siege, and Gautam Gambhir’s short and snappy responses to certain queries at the pre-match media briefing said as much. Gautam Gambhir having a chat and close look at the SCG pitch with Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah (PC: Debasis Sen) Will we now see a repeat of what happened after the Harare Test in September 2005, when Sourav Ganguly was unceremoniously deposed under a new coaching dispensation led by Chappell? For half a decade, he had been a hugely popular and widely admired captain, credited with transforming Indian cricket’s fortunes away from home.  He was also revered for his willingness to do what was best for the team. One of the great ODI openers, he gave up that spot so Virender Sehwag could slot in. He also dropped down the order in Test cricket, at considerable cost to his own numbers. In 38 innings at No.3, where he made his Lord’s debut, or No. 4, Ganguly scored nearly 2000 runs at an average of 57 – the numbers of a legend. At No. 5 or No. 6, he averaged less than 40. More than one current player has spoken of the sensitivity with which Rohit has often handled tricky selection issues. Late in his career, he was also willing to brave the new ball in Test cricket, a job he did with some distinction till the recent slump. India’s questionable selection calls during this series – leaving out Shubman Gill to include two ‘all-rounders’ that hardly bowled in Melbourne being the most recent – cannot be laid at his door alone. Many in this squad have come into their own as Test players under Rohit’s leadership. And while a losing side is seldom a happy one, the

cloak-and-dagger manner in which Rohit appears to have been deposed doesn’t send the right message to younger players or anyone else.    Also Read: Lack of clarity over Rohit’s Sydney fate is disturbing The post Echoes of the Ganguly saga in Rohit Sharma’s potential axing? appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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Irfan Pathan tackles Mitchell Starc's bail changes as his strategy prompts Ravindra Jadeja's dismissal

Players from India and Australia have given it their all to win matches in the ongoing 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which currently sits at 1-1 after the third Test match ended in a draw at the Gabba in Brisbane. Currently, India and Australia are facing each other in a must-win Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne. Australia had won the toss and elected to bat…

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India’s Spin Maestro Ravichandran Ashwin Announces Retirement

Declared retired from the international game, Ravichandran Ashwin is one of India’s top cricket players. Following a draw from the third Test against Australia in Brisbane, the statement followed Ashwin shocked colleagues and supporters by declaring his decision during a concurrent news conference with Indian skipper Rohit Sharma. With an amazing total of 537 wickets in 106 Test cricket matches, Ashwin retires as India’s second-highest wicket-taker second only to Anil Kumble’s 619. Having played 106 Tests, 116 ODIs, and 65 T20Is across his 13-year international career, he accumulated 775 wickets overall across forms.

A Career of Excellence

Ravichandran Ashwin debuted in the Test against the West Indies in 2011 and became rapidly a major force. Having a bowling average of 24 and a strike rate of 50.7 in Tests, Ashwin has an amazing record featuring 37 five-wicket hauls. On Indian grounds, where he picked 383 wickets at an average of 21.57, his supremacy was particularly clear-cut. Ashwin’s performances in SENA nations (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia) proved his flexibility and competence despite his few chances abroad. ..........Read More

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Melbourne Stars vs. Brisbane Heat Big Bash League (BBL) Dream 11 Team Prediction

Big Bash League (BBL) action is here! Cricket fans, gear up as two power-packed teams, Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat, clash in an exciting match. This blog dives deep into the Dream 11 team prediction for this thrilling encounter. Whether you’re a seasoned fantasy player or a beginner, this guide will help you make informed choices. Let’s get started! Match Details - Match: Melbourne Stars vs. Brisbane Heat - League: Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 - Date: December 18, 2024 - Time: 8:15 AM GMT (7:15 PM local time) - Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne

Melbourne Stars vs. Brisbane Heat Big Bash League (BBL) Dream 11 Team Prediction Pitch Report The iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is known for its balanced pitch. Here’s what to expect: - Batting: The surface provides true bounce, helping batters play their shots freely. - Bowling: Seamers get some movement early on, while spinners enjoy grip as the match progresses. - Average Score: 160-170 in T20s. Key Stats at MCG: Matches PlayedBatting First WonBatting Second WonAverage First Innings Score603426162 Weather Forecast Melbourne’s weather on the match day looks promising: - Temperature: 20°C - Humidity: 60% - Rain Chances: 10% - Wind Speed: 15 km/h Ideal conditions for a full game without interruptions! Head-to-Head Record Let’s look at how Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat have performed against each other in the past: TeamsMatches PlayedStars WonHeat WonMelbourne Stars1587Brisbane Heat1578 This shows how evenly matched these teams are, making the prediction even more exciting! Players to Watch Out For Melbourne Stars: - Glenn Maxwell (Captain): Known for his explosive batting and handy off-spin. - Marcus Stoinis: A reliable all-rounder with a knack for finishing games. - Adam Zampa: A world-class leg-spinner who thrives in T20s. Brisbane Heat: - Usman Khawaja (Captain): A consistent performer with the bat. - Michael Neser: A lethal pacer and handy lower-order batsman. - Marnus Labuschagne: A solid anchor who can adapt to any situation. Probable Playing XI Melbourne Stars: - Joe Clarke (WK) - Nick Larkin - Glenn Maxwell (C) - Marcus Stoinis - Hilton Cartwright - Beau Webster - Clint Hinchliffe - Nathan Coulter-Nile - Adam Zampa - Luke Wood - Billy Stanlake Brisbane Heat: - Usman Khawaja (C) - Josh Brown - Marnus Labuschagne - Sam Hain - Jimmy Peirson (WK) - Michael Neser - Ross Whiteley - Mark Steketee - Matthew Kuhnemann - Spencer Johnson - Xavier Bartlett Dream 11 Team Prediction Wicketkeeper: - Joe Clarke (Stars): A dependable opener with consistent performances in BBL. Batters: - Glenn Maxwell (Stars): Captain material for your Dream 11 team. - Usman Khawaja (Heat): A must-have player for stability. - Josh Brown (Heat): Known for his aggressive starts. - Nick Larkin (Stars): Adds depth to the batting lineup. All-rounders: - Marcus Stoinis (Stars): The ultimate T20 all-rounder. - Michael Neser (Heat): Contributes with both bat and ball. Bowlers: - Adam Zampa (Stars): A match-winner with his leg-spin. - Mark Steketee (Heat): Reliable with the new ball and at the death. - Nathan Coulter-Nile (Stars): Brings experience to the Stars’ attack. - Matthew Kuhnemann (Heat): Effective on slower tracks. Suggested Captain and Vice-Captain Picks: - Captain: Glenn Maxwell - Vice-Captain: Marcus Stoinis Dream 11 Team Breakdown (Credits-Based) Player CategoryPlayer NameCreditsWicketkeeperJoe Clarke9BattersGlenn Maxwell10.5Usman Khawaja9.5Josh Brown8.5Nick Larkin8All-roundersMarcus Stoinis10.5Michael Neser9BowlersAdam Zampa9Mark Steketee8.5Nathan Coulter-Nile8.5Matthew Kuhnemann8 Expert Prediction Based on form and team balance, Melbourne Stars seem slightly ahead. However, Brisbane Heat’s fiery batting lineup can turn the tables on any day. A score above 170 will be competitive on the MCG pitch. Match Winner Prediction: - Melbourne Stars (55% chance) Tips for Fantasy Players - Monitor the Toss: Teams chasing often have an advantage at the MCG. - Pick All-Rounders: They maximize points through both batting and bowling. - Track Form: Recent performances in the BBL can guide your picks. - Avoid Injured Players: Stay updated with team news before finalizing your squad. Final Thoughts Creating a winning Dream 11 team for Melbourne Stars vs. Brisbane Heat requires careful analysis of player form, pitch conditions, and team strategies. This guide covers all bases to give you the edge in your fantasy leagues. So, build your team wisely and enjoy the cricketing action! Stay tuned to LotusCricket.in for more match predictions and expert tips. Read the full article