The Big Bash League will use a specially-designed ball in the Big Bash League clash on Saturday between Adelaide Strikers and Perth Scorchers, as part of the indigenous-theme matched. According to a report from Cricket Australia, the manufacturer Kookaburra has produced a “Thipe Artherrentye-Akngerre” ball during the match, which is the Arrernte word for Kookaburra. AdvertisingArrernte are the original First Nations People of Alice Springs, where the match was originally supposed to take place. AdvertisingThe two participating teams will also be wearing indigenous jerseys for the match. After the match, a documentary titled “Walkabout Wickets”, will be showcased, which will detail the story of the Indigenous tour of England last year.

Source: Indian Express February 08, 2019 08:55 UTC