Bushrangers-Redbacks match postponed
The Pura Cup match between the Bushrangers and the Redbacks was postponed as a mark of respect to David Hookes
Wisden Cricinfo staff
20-Jan-2004
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Australia's players pay tribute to David Hookes © Getty |
Cricket Australia has agreed to postpone the Pura Cup game between the Victorian Bushrangers and the South Australian Redbacks in view of the tragic death of David Hookes yesterday. Both teams had requested that the match - which was scheduled to start on January 23 at the MCG - be moved back, and Cricket Australia took note, rearranging the fixture for February 8 at the same venue.
The decision was taken as a mark of respect to Hookes and his family, and also in recognition of his iconic status in both camps. Hookes made his name as a hard-hitting batsman with South Australia, and as coach, he had led the Bushrangers to the top of the Pura Cup standings this season.
The Redbacks were expected to return to Adelaide on Wednesday.