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King Charles Invited To 150th Anniversary Cricket Test In Melbourne

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King Charles Invited To 150th Anniversary Cricket Test In Melbourne

By AFP News March 12, 2026 • 15:08 PM View: 171

King Charles and global cricket royalty have been invited to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the first Test match in Melbourne, officials said Thursday, with ticket sales through the roof a year before a ball is bowled.

Australia will play England under lights at the Melbourne Cricket Ground to celebrate the landmark from March 11-15 next year.

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