"As the first national public event being staged in Australia since, the third Ashes Test that starts here on Wednesday will play out to a sombre backdrop. The flags at Adelaide Oval will fly at half-mast, a minute's silence will be observed before the toss, while players are likely to wear black armbands throughout. Inevitably, security for the match has been increased."
"It will doubtless be an emotional week for Australia's players and not least given the number of links to New South Wales within their squad. Nathan Lyon summed up the helplessness many were feeling on Monday, offering thoughts and prayers to those affected before admitting: Nothing I'm going to say right now is going to make anyone feel any better."
"Needless to say, the cricket itself feels pretty trivial right now. But if nothing else, it can play a role in bringing people together at a time of such overwhelming sadness: a reminder of shared values and kinship. The Ashes rivalry has been running hot all series but ultimately this does not reflect the real world, where the two countries stand shoulder to shoulder."
Adelaide is grieving after violent events in Sydney that marred what should have been a celebratory evening for the Jewish community. The third Ashes Test will take place under a sombre atmosphere with flags at Adelaide Oval flying at half-mast, a minute's silence before the toss, players likely wearing black armbands, and increased security. Many people feel helpless and shocked, with local players and others having links to New South Wales. Players expressed that cricket feels trivial amid the sadness but can help bring people together as a reminder of shared values and kinship. England enter the match 2-0 down in the series.
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