Boxing Day Test Means: Why does Boxing Day Test start only on 26th December? Know its history and meaning in cricket

Boxing Day Test Means: The fourth Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy being played between India and Australia will start from Thursday 26 December. This match to be played at Melbourne Cricket Ground will be 'Boxing Day Test'. However, many people may not know why 'Boxing Day Test' always starts on 26th December and 'Where does the term Boxing Day Test come from? In such a situation, through this article we are going to tell you about the meaning of 'Boxing Day Test' and its history in cricket-

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What does 'Boxing Day Test' mean?

'Boxing Day' is associated with Christmas, which is celebrated in many countries like Australia, New Zealand, England and South Africa on 26 December, the next day after Christmas. In fact, people working on 25th December, even on Christmas day, are given leave the next day on 26th December. During this time they are also given a box as a gift. That's why 26th December is called Boxing Day. At the same time, in international cricket, the test matches played from 26th December are called 'Boxing Day Test'.

When was the first 'Boxing Day Test' played and between which teams?

The first 'Boxing Day Test' in the history of international cricket was played between Australia and England during the Ashes series from 26 December in 1950. The match was held in Melbourne, Australia, with the hosts winning by 28 runs. Also, it won the five-match Test series 4-1.

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What has been India's record in the Boxing Day Test?

India has played 9 Boxing Day Tests so far, out of which it has won only 2 so far. At the same time, Australia has played the maximum number of 48 Boxing Day Tests, out of which it has won 29 times, while it has lost 10 times. During this period, 9 matches have also been drawn.