02-01-2018 17:05 via theguardian.com

MCG pitch rated poor by ICC after dismal fourth Ashes Test

• ICC match referee Ranjan Madugalle submits critical report
• Cricket Australia now have 14 days to respondThe MCG pitch used for the Boxing Day Ashes Test has been rated poor by the International Cricket Council.The heavily-criticised surface produced a dull draw, with minimal pace and bounce on offer and a lack of deterioration thwarting England’s attempts to force a first win of the series. Related: Mason Crane must be given the chance to get it wrong on Ashes debut | Jason G
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