Sourav Ganguly, Virender Sehwag reveal favourite MCG Test memories ever: WATCH

While several modern aspects have been introduced when it comes to infrastructural development in cricket, it has failed to overshadow historic significance of various iconic venues. Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Australia is one such stadium that is cherished for its glorious past. ground is also set to host India vs Australia 2nd Test match of Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and ahead of much-awaited contest, two of India's biggest cricketing stars shared ir most cherished MCG memories. 

Ex-India cricketers Sourav Ganguly and Virender Sehwag on MCG memories

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly's is often credited for introducing a dominant brand of cricket in country. player was involved in several monumental moments in his illustrious cricketing career, both as a player, as well as a captain. 48-year-old took to his Instagram account ahead of India vs Australia Boxing Day Test to reveal his most cherished memory at MCG.

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left-hander played his 100th Test match at particular venue, and hence moment has been etched in his memory forever. cricketer on his social media post also mentioned how it is a lovely opportunity for all newer players to make a name for mselves at iconic venue with a spectacular performance in Boxing Day Test. India ended up losing Ganguly's 100th Test by 337 runs. However, batsman impressed with gutsy kcks of 43 and 40 in encounter.

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Apart from BCCI President, Virender Sehwag also revisited his MCG days. swashbuckling opener made a strong statement with a spirited kck at venue in Boxing Day Test back in 2003. cricketer batted exceedingly well and ended up scoring 195 runs in first innings of match. 42-year-old shared highlights of his batting from 2003 Test match on his social media accounts. 

India vs Australia 2nd Test: Which team has upper-hand after Day 1? 

After facing a humiliating loss in opening fixture of four-match series, Ajinkya Rahane-led side fought back hard on Day 1 of second Test match. Australia won toss and elected to bat first in an attempt to pose an imposing score upfront. However, Indian bowlers got better of m and y were eventually bundled out for 195.

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Jasprit Bumrah was pick of bowlers with four wickets, whereas Ravichandran Ashwin also claimed three scalps. India lost ir opener, Mayank Agarwal, in very first over itself, but debutant Shubman Gill steadied ship alongside Test veteran Cheteshwar Pujara to take side to 36-1 at end of Day 1.  

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India vs Australia live

Fans in India can catch  India vs Australia live action on Sony Pictures Sports Network (SONY TEN 1, SONY TEN 3 and SONY SIX). live streaming of match will also be made available on SonyLIV app. 

Im source: Sourav Ganguly and Virender Sehwag Instagram