South Asian Diaspora’s Connection with Cricket in Australia

• Cricket in Australia has strong cultural ties with the South Asian diaspora due to the country’s robust community sporting culture.

• The India-born population, the second largest migrant community in Australia, contributes to the sport’s tiered competitive system, Australian grade cricket.

• Australian journalist Paul Kennedy emphasizes the importance of South Asian heritage cricketers in Australian cricket.

• Operational analyst Ajay Pattan and Kannadiga Ramprasad have a strong connection to cricket in Australia, playing for the Jai Hind Royals club.

• Cricket is seen as a sport that promotes healthy participation and encourages juniors and women to play.

• Cricket Australia’s ecosystem encourages girls and women to play and stick with the sport.

• The club’s coaching infrastructure addresses concerns about girls getting intimidated by boys’ hard work.

• The Allan Border Field is a regular venue for cricket fans, offering a venue for flags, recreational games, and picnic baskets.