BGT 2024-25: Why will Australia players sport pink caps during the fifth test in Sydney?

Australia have a 2-1 lead in the BGT 2024-25.

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 has so far lived up to expectations and is currently falling in favor of the hosts, with Australia leading 2-1 going into the fifth test.

India won the series opener in Perth by a commanding 295-run margin, but the hosts bounced back in Adelaide, to maintain their undefeated streak in the day-night test at the venue.

The third test at the Gabba saw rain play spoilsport, ultimately resulting in a draw before Australia secured a 184-run victory in the Boxing Day test during the final session.

Travis Head and Jasprit Bumrah have been standout performers in the series. Head has scored two brilliant centuries, one each in Adelaide and Brisbane, while Bumrah leads the wickets chart with 30 wickets.

The lack of runs from senior players has been a major concern for the visitors. Australia have all their players in form, and their only out-of-form player, Mitchell Marsh, has been dropped for the fifth test.

As we move to Sydney for fifth test, let’s take a look at why the Australian players will wear pink caps during the game.

Why will Australia players wear pink caps during the fifth test in Sydney?

Australian players will wear pink caps in the fifth test, following the tradition introduced by Cricket Australia in 2009 to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer. This initiative supports the McGrath Foundation, founded by Australian cricket legend Glenn McGrath.

This initiative was launched to honor Jane McGrath, Glenn McGrath’s late wife, who passed away in 2008 from breast cancer. The primary goal of the Pink test at the SCG is to raise awareness about the disease, raise funds and offer financial support to patients and survivors through the McGrath Foundation.

The Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) will be turned into a sea of pink, with the stands, signage, and decorations all reflecting the fight against breast cancer. Fans and attendees are encouraged to wear pink, while Australian players incorporate pink elements into their uniforms, including caps, jersey numbers, and names.

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