Why is the Australian cricket team called Kangaroo?

chetan · Post time 20-9-2023 18:00:01

Many teams are called by various names. The team Australia is referred to as Kangaroos. Why is it so?

gopal · Post time 20-9-2023 18:22:07

Edited by gopal at 20-9-2023 06:33 PM

The Australian cricket team is often referred to as the "Kangaroos" due to the association of kangaroos with Australia as a national symbol.

The Kangaroo is one of the most known and respected symbols. Even the Cricket Board of Team Australia has two Kangaroos on it.

gautam · Post time 20-9-2023 18:32:54

The kangaroo is the national animal of Australia. Even the Cricket logo of Australia has a Kangaroo on it. This is the reason, the Australian Cricket Team is also referred to as Kangaroo.

dharmendar · Post time 20-9-2023 18:41:12

Kangaroos are the dominant species in the Australian subcontinent. The Australian Cricketers are also called Kangaroos to represent the respect for the animals and the valour they display.