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    The Enduring Charm of Test Cricket

    The five-day game is still compelling, but pitches need to [...]

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    How the Mighty Have Fallen

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    Cricket in the World

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    A new beginning for England?

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    Attack, But Skilfully

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    So What if There’s 40-over Cricket?

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  • Graeme Swann

    The Return of the Cheeky Chappie

    England’s spin sensation plays like a man eager for a [...]

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    Quick Money Trumps Hard Yakka

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  • Dale Steyn

    Old-school Dale

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    Power to Pakistan

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    Australia Must get its House in Order

    Cricket Australia ought to consider banning alcohol at matches. It [...]

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    Return of Finger Spin

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Peter Roebuck 1956 – 2011

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