Shane Warne remembered as 'much-loved cricketing legend' at state memorial
A state memorial service for cricketing legend Shane Warne took place today with his close friends and family pouring in tributes.
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'Genius' Shane Warne bid farewell at state memorial service
Shane Warne was remembered as "mesmerising" and a "genius" at a state memorial service in Melbourne Wednesday attended by tens of thousands of spectators and legendary players, with music superstars Elton John and Chris Martin performing by video link.
Travis Head hits century as Australia beat Pakistan in first ODI
Travis Head hit a blistering century and leg-spinner Adam Zampa grabbed 4-38 to lift Australia to an 88-run victory over Pakistan in the first ODI on Tuesday.
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"Pakistan Lost Grip When I Got Out": Babar Azam After Defeat In 1st ODI vs Australia
Pakistan skipper Babar Azam expressed disappointment after his side lost against Australia in the first ODI of the three-match series. Travis Head's century and two-wicket haul helped visitors register a comprehensive 88-run victory here at the Gadaffi stadium to take a 1-0 lead. "We wanted to restrict them to under 300. But we didn't start well in the first ten overs, but we restricted them well in the end. I thought we lost the grip when I got out. It wasn't easy for the new batsmen, but unfortunately, I got out and they got the momentum," said Babar Azam in a post-match presentation.
"Quite A Bit Of Unknowns": Travis Head Says Lahore Offered A "Different Wicket"
After playing a match-winning knock against Pakistan in the first ODI, Australia batter Travis Head said that the wicket at Lahore was 'different'. Travis Head's century and two-wicket haul helped visitors register a comprehensive 88-run victory in Lahore at the Gadaffi stadium to take a 1-0 lead. "Nice to get a look at the top, and to take the opportunity. We thought it would be tough to bowl in the end with the dew and that's why we wanted to get as much as we wanted. It was a different wicket and there were quite a bit of unknowns. Nice win. We needed it," said Travis Head in a post-match presentation.
In pictures: Final goodbyes to Shane Warne during state memorial service at MCG
Melbourne Cricket Ground played host as the world said its final goodbyes to Shane Warne on Wednesday.
Thousands gather in Melbourne as cricket says final goodbyes to Shane Warne
Crowds have gathered at the Melbourne Cricket Ground as the sport says its final goodbyes to Shane Warne.