All posts by h79snht.top

da poker： It’s been just over a year and a half since Ange Postecoglou took charge of Tottenham Hotspur, and to say a lot has happened in that period would be a massive understatement.

da gbg bet： The Australian started like a house on fire and led the team to the top of the Premier League ten games into his tenure, but since then, the North Londoners’ league form has been abysmal, and, as things stand, they find themselves in 12th place.

However, there have been encouraging signs, from the scintillating style of football to their brazen confidence against the best teams in the country and, most importantly, that they currently lead Liverpool 1-0 heading into the second leg of their League Cup semi-final.

Spurs’ League Cup run

Round

Opponent

Result

Third Round

Coventry City (A)

2-1 (W)

Round of 16

Manchester City (H)

2-1 (W)

Quater-Final

Manchester United (H)

4-3 (W)

Semi-Final (1st Leg)

Liverpool (H)

1-0 (W)

So, while things haven’t been perfect, there have been enough signs to indicate that the Lilywhites are heading on the right track, although to keep that going into next season and surpass the likes of Arsenal and Chelsea, Daniel Levy and Co will need to bring in the right players to help the manager.

Fortunately, recent reports have linked the club to an England international who could be available for free in the summer and has won comparisons to the incredible Martin Odegaard.

Tottenham Hotspur chase England international

According to a recent report from transfer journalist Dean Jones on the Ranks FC podcast, Tottenham are interested in LOSC Lille star Angel Gomes.

Speaking on the podcast, Jones revealed that the North Londoners are “looking at” central and attacking midfielders this month and that the former Manchester United prospect is one of the players they are keen on.

The Englishman’s contract is set to expire in the summer and the transfers expert has claimed the club are trying to convince him to join for free.

However, he also revealed that there is a chance something could happen this month, as his contract situation would likely prevent the French outfit from demanding too much.

In all, while signing Gomes this month could be an option, it seems far more likely that he’d make a move for free in the summer, and given his incredible ability, that would be a sensational coup for Spurs, especially as he’s won comparisons to the equally sensational Odegaard.

How Gomes compares to Odegaard

Okay, before we get into a couple of the other reasons why Tottenham should go out and sign Gomes this year, let’s examine this comparison to Odegaard and where it has come from, as while the fans may dislike him, he’s a brilliant midfielder.

Well, it primarily stems from FBref, which compares players in similar positions in Europe’s top five leagues, the Champions League and Europa League then creates a list of the ten most comparable players for each one, and, in this instance, has concluded that the Norwegian is the fifth most similar midfielder to the Englishman over the last 365 days.

The best way to see where this comparison has come from is to look at the underlying metrics in which the pair rank closely, including, but not limited to, expected non-penalty goals, assists, progressive passes received, crosses into the penalty area, tackles won and more, all per 90.

Gomes & Odegaard

Statistics per 90

Gomes

Odegaard

Expected Non-Penalty Goals

0.13

0.15

Progressive Passes Received

5.88

5.93

Assists

0.15

0.18

Crosses into the Penalty Area

0.29

0.27

Tackles Won

0.59

0.53

Fouls Drawn

1.18

1.15

All Stats via FBref for the 24/25 League Season

On top of the statistical similarities between the pair, they both also occupy similar roles in that they do contribute to their team’s attack but are not out-and-out playmakers, instead acting as hybrid eights who are involved in practically all phases of play.

With that said, while comparisons to one of the Premier League’s leading midfielders are certainly reason enough to sign someone, the former Manchester United ace can also bring his experience to the team.

For example, the “unbelievable” talent, as described by Statman Dave, has now performed brilliantly in the Portuguese and French top-flights and is now a regular in the England set-up, having won four senior caps since September, two of which came from starts.

Ultimately, Spurs are going to need to bring in more and more talent over the coming years to help Postecoglou achieve his lofty goals and signing Gomes for a small fee this month or for free in the summer seems like a total no-brainer.

Related Their own Rice: Spurs chasing "box-crashing" Bissouma upgrade in £42m star

The experienced midfielder would be an excellent addition for Spurs.

Posts 1 ByJack Salveson Holmes Jan 10, 2025

أعلن نادي زد تولي محمد شوقي، منصب المدير الفني لفريق الكرة خلال الموسم الجديد، وذلك بعدما كانت آخر مهامه في الجهاز الفني للأهلي.

ويبدأ محمد شوقي مهامه كمدير فني بشكل رسمي بعد الرحيل عن منصب المدرب المساعد في الأهلي عقب الفوز بلقب الدوري المصري للمرة الـ45 في تاريخ القلعة الحمراء، وتولي المدرب خوسيه ريبيرو مهمة قيادة الفريق.

طالع | خاص – الموعد النهائي لانطلاق بطولة الدوري المصري 2025-2026

ونشرت صفحة نادي زد عبر موقع التواصل الاجتماعي “فيس بوك”: “البداية الجديدة تبدأ من هنا، القيصر محمد شوقي مديرًا فنيًا لفريقنا الأول”.

وأنهى نادي زد الموسم الماضي في المركز الأول بجدول ترتيب مجموعة الهبوط بالدوري المصري برصيد 32 نقطة.

Sri Lanka, meanwhile, look set to miss direct qualification for the ODI World Cup and be forced to take the qualifiers route

Andrew Fidel Fernando27-Mar-2023

New Zealand have won all but one of their Super League series•AFP/Getty Images

Big picture – Sri Lanka are headed for the WC qualifiersRealistically, Sri Lanka’s chances of automatic qualification for this year’s ODI World Cup are remote. If South Africa win their two ODIs against Netherlands, they will have 98 Super League points, which will be a tally out of Sri Lanka’s reach. The most likely course of events is that Sri Lanka will have to play the qualifiers in Zimbabwe in June and July this year.For much of this Super League cycle, they have played like a side that does not deserve automatic qualification. The only major series in which they surpassed expectation was a 3-2 win at home against Australia last year, but that didn’t count towards the Super League.As was the case on Saturday, the batting order is one of Sri Lanka’s major problems. New Zealand bowled them out for 76 at Eden Park, and that was the second successive game in which the team total did not reach 80; they had been bowled out for 73 in January by India, who had amassed 390 for 5 in the same match.Related

Henry Shipley on homecoming: 'That roar will stick for a long time'

Tom Latham returns to lead NZ in T20Is against Sri Lanka, Pakistan

Beyond Angelo Mathews, who had not played ODIs for two years, there are no batters in the top seven with a consistent track record in the format. As the bowling is also finding its way, this presents a serious problem. There was some criticism of team selection for the first game; the decision to leave out Dhananjaya de Silva in particular. But after 65 ODIs, de Silva averages just 26.28 and has a strike rate of only 78 in this format. Thus, there is little evidence of his being a game-changing batter.New Zealand, meanwhile, can ensure they finish at the top of the Super League table with one more victory. This is mainly for bragging rights, and a validation of their excellent ODI form over the past three years, though they did lose their last series 3-0 in India – that wasn’t part of the Super League either.Mainly, though, the second ODI against Sri Lanka in Christchurch will be another audition for those pressing for World Cup spots. Henry Shipley’s five-wicket haul to win the first game will have caught the selectors’ eyes, while Finn Allen’s 51 and Rachin Ravindra’s 49 from lower down the order will also have impressed.New Zealand are getting to the fine-tuning stage of their World Cup preparation; Sri Lanka have huge holes in their game to address.Wanindu Hasaranga has lacked consistency with both bat and ball in ODIs so far•AFP

Form guideNew Zealand WLLLW
Sri Lanka LLLLWIn the spotlightAn allrounder who can bat with the tail, and bowl decent left-arm spin, Rachin Ravindra is exactly the kind of cricketer New Zealand might benefit from having in their squad for the long World Cup campaign in India. In internationals so far, he had been decent with the ball in T20Is, but modest with the bat in 12 innings. His debut ODI innings on Saturday, though, suggested he was capable of playing mature innings, as he had to bat with the tail for a significant portion of that knock.Wanindu Hasaranga is arguably the best T20 bowler around right now, but he has not been anywhere near as good in ODIs, particularly recently. In fact, he has been wicketless in his last four ODIs even if, in one of those, he conceded only 28 runs from his ten overs. There is also a school of thought that suggests he has serious potential as a batter in this format. But so far, he has lacked consistency in both disciplines. With so little time to groom a new frontline spinner before the World Cup, Sri Lanka need Hasaranga to get his ODI game into gear.Pitch and conditionsHagley Oval is generally not a massively high-scoring venue with its big boundaries, and a pitch that tends to assist seamers. There is rain forecast for the morning and early afternoon, which may delay the start of play, and perhaps even force a shortened match.Henry Shipley is one of those pushing for a World Cup spot for New Zealand•AFP/Getty Images

Team newsNew Zealand will have to make two changes to the side that thumped Sri Lanka by 198 runs in the first ODI, as Allen and Glenn Phillips have left the country to play in the IPL. While Henry Nicholls is likely to open in Allen’s place, Mark Chapman might come in for Phillips.New Zealand (probable): 1 Henry Nicholls, 2 Chad Bowes, 3 Will Young, 4 Daryl Mitchell, 5 Tom Latham (capt, wk), 6 Mark Chapman, 7 Rachin Ravindra, 8 Henry Shipley, 9 Matt Henry, 10 Ish Sodhi, 11 Blair TicknerThere has been some controversy over Dhananjaya de Silva’s place. On Friday, de Silva stated unequivocally that he had not refused to bat at No. 7, refuting the rumour circulating on social media. He may still struggle to make this XI, though, unless Sri Lanka extend their batting order, and get rid of a frontline bowler.Sri Lanka (possible): 1 Pathum Nissanka, 2 Nuwanidu Fernando, 3 Kusal Mendis (wk), 4 Angelo Mathews, 5 Charith Asalanka, 6 Dasun Shanaka (capt), 7 Dhananjaya de Silva, 8 Chamika Karunaratne, 9 Wanindu Hasaranga, 10 Kasun Rajitha, 11 Lahiru KumaraStats and trivia Sri Lanka have lost all four ODIs they have played at Hagley Oval, all by big margins, all to New Zealand, and all of them in 2015. Outside Asia, Hasaranga averages 131 with the ball across six bowling innings. New Zealand have won all their Super League series aside from the one against Australia last September, where they were defeated 3-0.

da jogodeouro： Youngster Ethan Nwaneri has undoubtedly been the biggest beneficiary of the unfortunate injury to star man Bukayo Saka, starting each of the last two Premier League matches in his absence.

da dobrowin： The 17-year-old has demonstrated that he’s capable of making the jump up from academy football to the Gunners’ first-team, scoring the opener in the draw against Brighton on Saturday.

His strike was his second in the league this season, adding to his tally after his first against Nottingham Forest in a 3-0 victory against their top-four rivals at the Emirates back in November.

There is a huge expectation for the current crop of attackers to step up to the plate after Saka’s latest setback, something which could see Nwaneri given even more responsibility in the months ahead.

However, the January transfer window is now open, presenting boss Mikel Arteta with the opportunity to further bolster the club’s already impressive attacking department.

Arsenal’s attempts to sign Matheus Cunha in January

Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha has impressed massively for relegation-threatened Wolverhampton Wanderers in recent months, undoubtedly being their shining light in a dark period.

The 25-year-old has scored ten times and registered four assists in his 19 league outings to date, leading to the Gunners pursuing a move to sign the former Atlético Madrid talent.

It was reported last week that Arteta’s men were plotting a deal to prise the attacker away from Molineux to help bolster their slim title ambitions towards the end of 2024/25.

However, any deal for his services now looks to be in real danger, with journalist John Percy confirming he’s now in talks to extend his current deal in the West Midlands – halting any chances of the Gunners securing a move for the forward this January.

As a result, it appears as though the hierarchy will have to look elsewhere for potential options if they are to land the firepower that has been desired over the last couple of months.

Interest could now be reignited in one player who would prove to be a better addition than Cunha, especially when delving into their respective figures from the current campaign.

Related Winter transfer window 2025: All the latest deals from England and Scotland

Find out who is on the move this winter with our comprehensive list of done deals from the Premier League, EFL and Scottish Premiership.

Posts ByStephan Georgiou Feb 3, 2025 Arsenal's possible Matheus Cunha alternative

Over the last week or so, Arsenal have been credited with an interest in signing Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez after the Mexican’s stellar start to the season.

The 23-year-old has scored ten times in 14 appearances across all competitions, including twice in three Champions League appearances – showcasing he’s capable of starring at the very top level.

He looked certain to move to Forest back in the summer after the Reds submitted multiple bids for his services, but he decided to stay in the Netherlands, now opening the door to a potential move to the Emirates in the weeks ahead.

It’s unknown how much they would demand to lose their attacking star, but his quality is there for all to see, producing numerous stats way ahead of Cunha – making him a better addition to Arteta’s squad.

Gimenez, who’s previously been dubbed “unstoppable” by talent scout Jacek Kulig, may have registered fewer league goals but has a better goal per 90 record with a higher shot-on-target success rate – demonstrating his clinical edge in front of goal.

How Gimenez compares to Cunha in the 2024/25 campaign

Statistics (per 90)

Gimenez

Cunha

Games played

9

19

Goals & assists

7

14

Goals per 90

0.92

0.58

Shots on target

1.5

1.2

Shot-on-target accuracy

50%

39%

Aerials won

1.1

0.4

Aerial success rate

41%

33%

Stats via FBref

He’s also won a higher percentage of his aerial battles, managing more shots on target per 90, which would offer Arteta that centre-forward he’s been desiring, increasing their odds of challenging runaway leaders Liverpool.

Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus have often shared responsibility at the top end of the pitch, but aren’t a typical number nine, often liking to drop deep to link up the play, leaving a hole for a focal point at the top end.

Gimenez would certainly provide just that, showcasing his excellent fox-in-the-box-like nature during his outings in the Eredivisie over the last few months.

Such a move would also allow Nwaneri to flourish further, enabling him to create opportunities for a striker who likes to operate between the posts, subsequently boosting his assist tally and making him an even more valuable asset to the Gunners.

Transfer Focus

Mega money deals, controversial moves and big-name flops. This is the home of transfer news and opinion across Football FanCast.

Expand Collapse

MatériaMais Notícias

da gbg bet： A CBF divulgou nesta terça-feira (20) as análises do VAR do jogo do último domingo (18), onde o São Paulo venceu o Ceará por 2 a 0, na Arena Castelão, pelo Campeonato Brasileiro. A partida contou com diversas polêmicas envolvendo arbitragem.

RelacionadasSão PauloCom Luan presente, parte do elenco do São Paulo treina mesmo em dia de folgaSão Paulo20/09/2022São PauloAinda sem renovação certa, São Paulo relembra estreia de MirandaSão Paulo20/09/2022São PauloApós ‘desencanto’, Bustos comemora primeiro gol pelo São Paulo e sonha com maisSão Paulo19/09/2022

da bet esporte： Galeria
>ATUAÇÕES: Calleri volta a marcar, e Bustos “desencanta” em vitória do São Paulo

Tabela
> Veja tabela do Campeonato Brasileiro e simule os próximos jogos

A revisão divulgada diz respeito à expulsão de Luiz Otávio e ao suposto pênalti em cima de Calleri – que foi anulado. Na ocasião, a arbitragem de vídeo foi acionada para confirmar se a falta ocorreu dentro ou fora da área.O zagueiro da equipe nordestina levou um cartão vermelho após análise do VAR, sendo que antes tinha tomado um amarelo. Assim, foi expulso e já é desfalque certo para o próximo jogo do Ceará, contra o Coritiba, pelo Brasileirão. Com a anulação do pênalti, foi marcada somente uma falta fora da área.

Maguielson Lima Barbosa tem 31 anos e atuou em 14 partidas nesta temporada. A atuação do árbitro gerou reações negativas nas duas equipes. O Ceará já informou que irá enviar uma representação para a CBF por conta da atuação do juiz. Além de Luiz Otávio, o Vozão também contou com a expulsão de Zé Roberto, após uma falta dura em cima de Diego Costa.

Confira o diálogo entre campo e VAR:

– Decisão de campo: pênalti – chama o VAR.

– Momento do toque. A hora que ele trava, OK. Ele não acerta a bola e derruba o jogador. Deixa eu ver lateralmente – diz o árbitro de vídeo Adriano Milczvski.

– Aplicou cartão amarelo – alega o auxiliar.

– Excelente, Maguielson. Dentro da área, disputa – ressalta a arbitragem de vídeo.

– Estão dentro da área, ponto de contato – analisa Adriano.

– Teve disputa, confere? – indaga a arbitragem de vídeo.

– Ele vai só para acertar a bola. No momento que ele toca – segue o VAR

– Toca no jogador? – questiona o juiz.

– Aguarde, Maguielson. Checando dentro e fora – diz o VAR.

– Lance factual. Momento do contato está fora da área – conclui a arbitragem de vídeo.

– Ele perde uma oportunidade clara de gol fora da área do penal. Vou alterar a decisão. Marcar tiro livre direto e expulsar o defensor – encerra Maguielson.

قرر مجلس إدارة الاتحاد المصري لكرة القدم، في اجتماع اليوم برئاسة المهندس هاني أبو ريدة، تنظيم مسابقة لمواليد 2005 (الفريق الثاني)، للأندية.

وأشار اتحاد الكرة إلى أن الأندية ستتنافس في هذه المسابقة، حسب القسم الذي تنتمي إليه في مسابقة الدوري العام بأقسامه المختلفة وبنفس جدول مسابقات الفرق الأولى.

وتستمر مسابقات الدوري العام بأقسامه المختلفة بدون اللاعبين المختارين لمنتخب تحت 20 سنة اعتبارًا من 18 أغسطس حتى الانتهاء من المشاركة في نهائيات كأس العالم تحت 20 سنة.

طالع | اتحاد الكرة يعتمد نظام المسابقات في الموسم الجديد 2025-2026

وقرر المجلس تنظيم مسابقتين لمواليد كل من 2007 و2009 على أن تشارك فيها الأندية بفرقها الأولى في الدوري العام كل حسب تصنيفه في الأقسام المختلفة.

وتقرر تنظيم مسابقات لمواليد كل من السنوات 2008 و2010 و2012 على مستوى المناطق للتأهل إلى مرحلة القطاعات، حيث تم تقسيم الجمهورية إلى 8 قطاعات.

وتنطلق مسابقة 2008 فرع القاهرة 14 أغسطس المقبل، ومسابقة 2009 والبراعم في الأسبوع الأول من سبتمبر، وباقي الأفرع في مسابقة 2008 في الأسبوع الأول من سبتمبر.

MatériaMais Notícias

da bwin： A lista de desfalques do Botafogo aumentou. Patrick de Paula não vai jogar contra o Fortaleza, às 16h deste domingo, na Arena Castelão, pela 25ª rodada do Brasileirão, por conta de uma paralisia facial parcial.

RelacionadasBotafogoRafael deve ser titular do Botafogo contra o Fortaleza; veja provável timeBotafogo03/09/2022BotafogoBotafogo confirma Tiquinho Soares no elenco contra Fortaleza; Patrick fica foraBotafogo03/09/2022BotafogoRafael vive expectativa de ser titular do Botafogo pela primeira vez no BrasileirãoBotafogo02/09/2022

da realbet： +Como Tiquinho balança as redes? Analisamos todos os gols do atacante do Botafogo na última temporada

O problema médico em si não é, necessariamente, o que vai tirar o volante da partida. O tratamento de Patrick demanda remédios considerados pesados e um deles possui uma substância que não é aprovada pela CBF.

Desta forma, o camisa 8 seria reprovado em um eventual teste de antidoping e, assim, poderia levar uma punição que o afastaria dos gramados – e até mesmo gerar problemas jurídicos para o Botafogo.

Assim, as partes resolveram tirar Patrick de Paula do jogo para que ele foque na recuperação – e até o tratamento com esta medicação acabar. O tratamento está avançando e o volante deve retornar aos gramados contra o América-MG, no próximo domingo (11).

Posteriormente à publicação da matéria, o Botafogo explicou que Patrick de Paula está diagnosticado com a “Paralisia de Bell”. O clube informou que “o atleta está sendo medicado, em repouso, e assistido pelo DM alvinegro até a sua plena recuperação”.

da poker： Celtic are believed to be battling with 12 other clubs to complete the signing of a “very energetic” player on a pre-contract agreement in January, according to a fresh transfer claim.

Latest Celtic news

da realbet： It was another good weekend for the Hoops in the Scottish Premiership title race, with Brendan Rodgers’ side easing to a 4-0 win at home to St Johnstone. Not only that, but Rangers could only draw 2-2 away to Motherwell, meaning the Hoops have now opened up a 14-point lead at the top of the table.

In terms of transfer news, Celtic are still being backed to do plenty of business in the January window, being linked with Chelsea midfield duo Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Carney Chukwuemeka. The pair have not started a single Premier League game between them this season, highlighting why a move away is likely to appeal to both.

Talk of a Kieran Tierney reunion has also constantly been mentioned in recent weeks, and it looks like a transfer that could have legs, as the Hoops look to bring a former favourite back to Parkhead. He isn’t seen as a key player at Arsenal, so a fresh challenge needs to come his way, whether that be in January or at the end of the season.

There could also be outgoing transfer business at Celtic next month, with three clubs thought to be interested in signing Luis Palma, who is keen on sealing a move away from the reigning Scottish champions.

Celtic eyeing agreement with £45k-a-week player

According to a new report from The Boot Room, Celtic are one of 13 clubs interested in signing Burnley midfielder Josh Brownhill, with a pre-contract agreement in January mooted, prior to him moving to Parkhead for free next summer.

Rivals Rangers are one of the other teams in the mix to snap up the £45,000-a-week ace, with Fiorentina, Lazio, Everton, West Ham, Crystal Palace, Brentford and Leeds United all also keen. Bologna, Udinese, Trabzonspor and Besiktas get a mention, too, highlighting the level of interest in him.

Brownhill may not be the most spectacular midfielder around, instead being famed for his industry in the middle of the park, but he could be a strong signing by Celtic, and he has scored nine goals in the Championship this season.

Now 29, the Englishman possesses a wealth of experience, meaning he would come straight in as a key starter, and Lee Hendrie has lauded his ability in the past, saying: “He’s very energetic, he’s very neat and tidy on the ball.

“He gets up and down the pitch well and you know what you’re getting when you’re getting a player from Burnley, Sean Dyche, what he expects. And, obviously, he’s proved that he can do this step up, coming from Bristol City, so I’d certainly take him all day.”

Josh Brownhill’s Championship stats this season

Total

Appearances

23

Starts

22

Minutes played

1993

Goals

9

Assists

3

Tackles per game

1.6

Clearances per game

1.3

Pass completion rate

82.6%

The fact that Brownhill will be available on a free next summer, with Celtic able to reach an agreement next month, makes his signing a no-brainer for Rodgers’ men, and it’s now a case of beating many other clubs to his signature.

He will replace Kane Williamson, who was released by the franchise after the last season

Nagraj Gollapudi23-Feb-2023

Aiden Markram led Sunrisers Eastern Cape to the title in the inaugural SA20 season•SA20

Aiden Markram has been named the Sunrisers Hyderabad captain for IPL 2023.Markram, 28, recently led Sunrisers Eastern Cape to the inaugural SA20 title, where he also finished as the tournament’s third leading run-maker.Related

IPL 2023 to be played from March 31 to May 28

Prasidh Krishna ruled out of IPL 2023 with stress fracture

'Fully fit' Chahar ready to make comeback at IPL 2023

Sunrisers had to fill the leadership role after releasing Kane Williamson ahead of the IPL auction last December. The first player retained by the franchises ahead of the mega auction in 2022, Williamson struggled for form as Sunrisers failed to make the playoffs last season finishing eighth. Williamson missed the final league match last season to return to New Zealand for the birth of his child following which Bhuvneshwar Kumar took over the reins.It is understood that Bhuvneshwar, who has been with the franchise since its inception in 2013, along with Mayank Agarwal (bought in the December auction) and Markram were among the contenders for the leadership position. Markram was chosen for the role by the Sunrisers team management, which is led by Brian Lara, who was appointed as head coach ahead of the auction.In SA20, Markram proved he could excel both as a captain and a batter while leading Eastern Cape. Alongside making 369 runs at a strike rate of 127 including a century, Markram also bagged 11 wickets at an economy of 6.19 with his part-time offspin – enough to earn 596.6 points and top the Total Impact charts calculated as per ESPNcricnfo’s Smart Stats tool.Sunrisers paid INR 2.6 crore to buy Markram at the 2022 auction. In that season, Markram scored 381 runs in 12 innings at a strike rate of 139.05 and an average of 47.62.

The first player to take the honour will be announced in late January

ESPNcricinfo staff26-Dec-2022

The tribute to Shane Warne on the MCG outfield•Getty Images and Cricket Australia

Australia’s men’s Test Player of the Year award will be named in honour of Shane Warne. CA and ACA made the joint announcement at the Boxing Day Test between Australia and South Africa where both sides have honoured Warne in the first Test match to be played at his home ground of the MCG since his passing in March this year.Australia’s Test Player of the Year award is handed out each year at CA’s Awards ceremony alongside the Allan Border medal for the best men’s international cricketer across all three forms and the Belinda Clark medal for the women’s game.Related

IPL multi-millionaire Green shows his worth in Test cricket too

Wear the white floppy: Warne to be honoured on Boxing Day

Rogers: 'When you batted with Warner, opposition wasn't actually concerned with what you were doing'

Shane Warne – 1969 to 2022: full coverage

Warne, who won the Test Player of the Year award in 2006, is widely regarded as Australia’s greatest-ever Test match bowler having taken 708 wickets in 145 Tests.Warne was honoured during the pre-match ceremony ahead of the Boxing Day Test with both sets of players wearing white floppy hats when walking out for the anthems as a tribute to his trademark look in the field during his Test career. Fans had also been encouraged to wear floppy hats and zinc cream in tribute to Warne.”The happiness outweighs the sadness tenfold,” Warne’s son Jackson said on . “To see all the zinc cream on everyone’s faces, to see everyone with the floppy hats is unbelievable. To be also in front of the greatest man ever – in front of the Shane Warne stand – is just awesome.”It is the first time a Test has been played in front of the newly named Shane Warne stand at the MCG, which was renamed earlier this year. A highlights package of Warne’s career was played on the big screen just prior to the anthems. His name and Australian Test cap number of 350 has been painted on the MCG outfield for the duration of the Test match.At 3.50pm – to match Warne’s number – the game briefly paused to celebrate his life the crowd rising and doffing their floppy hats with chants of ‘Warnie, Warnie’ ringing around the ground and the players watched in the middle.CA chief executive Nick Hockley said it was a fitting honour to rename the award the Shane Warne Men’s Test Player of the Year.”As one of Australia’s all-time greats, it is fitting we acknowledge Shane’s extraordinary contribution to Test cricket by naming this award in his honour in perpetuity,” he said.