Boxing Day Test, England and Australia
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President Trump proclaimed Dec. 26 a federal holiday in 2025, but some countries already recognize the date as its own holiday.
The LONDON — In Britain and other countries like Australia and Canada, the day after Christmas is a secular national holiday
The 11th biggest and one of the most intimidating stadia in world sport hosts the Boxing Day Test in front of a sell-out crowd of 100,000
It was no fluke. Winning the toss was a bit of good luck but England’s bowling in the second innings was excellent.
The fourth Ashes Test between Australia and England ended inside two days today as the visitors ended their 15-year winning drought down under. However, Cricket Australia is worried about the financial losses as a Test finished within two days for the second time in four Tests of the series.
Steve Smith returns to action in the Boxing Day test against England as Australia opted to include four fast bowlers in their 12-man squad, with spinner Todd Murphy, who was brought into the fold to replace Nathan Lyon,
Boxing Day, celebrated on 26 December, is a public holiday in the UK and Commonwealth countries. It features gift-giving, family gatherings, and sporting events.