South Africa’s second look within the Pink Test has given Australian cricket legend Glenn McGrath time to replicate on 15 years of turning the SCG pink.
McGrath’s spouse Jane died from breast most cancers in 2008 and the subsequent yr, the McGrath Foundation organised the inaugural Pink Test, encouraging followers to put on pink to the third day of the annual SCG fixture and assist increase cash to make use of breast care nurses for most cancers sufferers.
Jane had initially recovered from most cancers however after she was re-diagnosed in 2003, the McGrath household employed a breast care nurse to assist her.
“The difference that made, that’s why the McGrath Foundation is here,” McGrath advised reporters.
“If we can make a positive difference, raise money to provide funding for the nurses, raise awareness from this Test, I think that’s an amazing thing to do.”
South Africa haven’t performed within the Pink Test since 2009 and their return after 14 years has given McGrath purpose to replicate on how far the inspiration has come.
When Jane McGrath died, the inspiration employed 4 breast care nurses however now has 193 who’ve supported greater than 118,000 households.
The Pink Test has raised greater than $17 million.
“Hearing those numbers blows me away,” McGrath mentioned.
“I go back to that first Pink Test in 2009, Australia versus South Africa. Some incredible memories from that game, it went right down to the wire on day five.
“South Africa are again enjoying this yr, it is a very long time between drinks right here on the SCG.
“To think 15 Pink Tests is about to come up is special.”
The inaugural Pink Test coincided with the Test debut of Andrew McDonald, who’s now the coach of the Australian aspect.
“It feels very special to be involved with the McGrath Foundation as part of the Australian cricket team. It’s a wonderful event and occasion,” McDonald mentioned.
The McGrath Foundation goals to make use of 250 breast care nurses by 2025 and has reintroduced a digital seats initiative this yr to encourage donations from these unable to attend the match.
“It’s a way you can come out and support someone who’s going through it,” McGrath mentioned.
“That’s the beauty of sport. It brings people together.
“The means everybody has come collectively is why we have been so profitable.
“That’s something I’m very, very proud of.”
