Former Australia opener Burns to represent Italy in tribute to late brother
7 months, 1 week ago

Former Australia opener Burns to represent Italy in tribute to late brother

The Hindu  

Former Australia test opener Joe Burns has switched allegiance to Italy in a bid to help the Europeans qualify for the 2026 T20 World Cup as a tribute to his late brother. “I’m so proud to represent Italy on our path to the 2026 World Cup.” Italy, who have never played at a World Cup in any format, finished third in European qualifying to miss out on the coming T20 World Cup in the United States and the Caribbean. Italy will try again at a sub-regional tournament in Rome next month as part of the qualifying phase for the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. “The fields of Rome may be a long way from the Gabba, MCG or our front yard growing up, but I feel like I’m coming home,” said Burns.

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Former Australia Test opener Joe Burns named Italy T20 captain
1 month ago

Former Australia Test opener Joe Burns named Italy T20 captain

The Hindu  

Former Australia international batter Joe Burns has been named as captain of Italy’s T20 team, having shifted his allegiance to the European nation after representing the Baggy Greens in 23 Tests. The right-hand batter made his debut for Italy in June 8 in the match against Luxembourg in the regional qualifiers for the World Cup T20 2026. After his move …

Ex-Australia Test cricketer Joe Burns will play for Italy in tribute to late brother
7 months, 1 week ago

Ex-Australia Test cricketer Joe Burns will play for Italy in tribute to late brother

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia Test opener Joe Burns said Tuesday he will represent Italy in their bid to reach the 2026 T20 World Cup in tribute to his late brother. Joe Burns in action during a Test match The 34-year-old, who has Italian heritage, will have 85 on his back for his new country -- the year of his brother's birth and …

Aussie Test cricket star pays heartbreaking tribute to his brother after his shock death: 'Part of my soul feels like it will always be missing'
7 months, 1 week ago

Aussie Test cricket star pays heartbreaking tribute to his brother after his shock death: 'Part of my soul feels like it will always be missing'

Daily Mail  

Former Australia Test opener Joe Burns has posted an emotional tribute to his brother after his shock death, revealing how the tragedy is spurring him on to take his career in a new direction. Test batter Joe Burns has posted an emotional tribute to his brother after his recent death Burns will be honouring his brother by wearing the number …

Former Australia opener Burns to represent Italy in tribute to late brother
7 months, 1 week ago

Former Australia opener Burns to represent Italy in tribute to late brother

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia test opener Joe Burns has switched allegiance to Italy in a bid to help the Europeans qualify for the 2026 T20 World Cup as a tribute to his late brother. Former Australia cricketer Joe Burns Burns, who played 23 Tests from 2014-20, was left out of Queensland state's contracts list for the coming domestic season in Australia and …

Ex-Australian cricketer makes switch to Italy in bid to play 2026 T20 World Cup in India after brother's death – India TV
7 months, 1 week ago

Ex-Australian cricketer makes switch to Italy in bid to play 2026 T20 World Cup in India after brother's death – India TV

India TV News  

Former Australian batter Joe Burns is set to make a late-career switch to ply his trade for Italy in a bid to play the 2026 T20 World Cup, which takes place in India. Burns took to Instagram on Tuesday, May 28 to reveal his brother's death earlier this year and as a tribute to him, he will be wearing the …

Opener Burns fails again as Australia's selection woes mount
4 years ago

Opener Burns fails again as Australia's selection woes mount

The Hindu  

Joe Burns' poor run at the top of the order continued on Sunday when he fell for one in a warmup match against India, leaving host Australia with a selection headache ahead of Thursday's first Test at Adelaide. Opening batsman Marcus Harris, who was called into Australia's Test squad as cover for Warner and Pucovski, managed to score five before …

India vs Australia: Great opportunity to play senior role in 1st Test with David Warner injury, says Joe Burns
4 years, 1 month ago

India vs Australia: Great opportunity to play senior role in 1st Test with David Warner injury, says Joe Burns

India Today  

India is in Australia for a full-fledged cricketing tour of 3 ODIs, the series that was recently won 2-1 by Australia, followed by as many T20Is and 4 Tests. The Test series will start on December 17 and injured David Warner, who will miss the T20Is, could also miss the 1st Test. The 31-year-old Burns, who has been Warner’s partner …

Australia Test opener Joe Burns back after fatigue disorder
5 years, 6 months ago

Australia Test opener Joe Burns back after fatigue disorder

The Hindu  

Australia Test opener Joe Burns has been cleared to play again after being diagnosed with a fatigue disorder which threatened his chances of being part of the Ashes series against England. The 29-year-old, who scored a career-best 180 during Australia's last Test in February against Sri Lanka, cut short a stint with English county Lancashire in May. After a period …

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