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October 2010

Courtney 47 not out

One of the world’s greatest fast bowlers celebrates his birthday today. Courtney Walsh was a bowling legend who represented every team he played for with great distinction. Jamiaca, Gloucestershire and West Indies were potent forces when they had the gentle giant affectionately known as ‘Cuddy’ to lead their attack. He was a colossus. Walsh’s Test [...]

Old Enough v Good Enough

Yesterday, Italian Golfer Matteo Manassero became the youngest winner of a European Tour event by holing three consecutive birdie putts on the back nine to secure a 16 under par score at The Castello Masters in Valencia, Spain. His final round of 67 confirmed his quality and at the age of 17 years and 188 [...]

England Departs for Ashes Tour

The mode of travel may have changed from boat to aircraft over the years, but the England’s intention remains the same. They leave these shores this week in pursuit of winning the Ashes in Australia. The scale of England’s task is defined by history. In the last 100 years, England has won seven times in [...]