The Peter Roebuck tragedy

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Peter Roebuck

A sense of uneasiness hangs over cricket with the news of Peter Roebuck’s death whilst the media shifts awkwardly trying to finalise his obituary. During his moderately successful first-class playing career he had resembled someone from a bygone era and until he started writing his gawky demeanour and private school education made him an easy target for some of those … Continue reading

Harbhajan Singh

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Harbhajan Singh

Amongst off-spinners, Harbhajan Singh of India is the second highest wicket taker in Test history and the third highest Test wicket-taker from all Indians. Since his international debut in 1998 in Australia his career has been one of some quality interspersed with great moments but he has never threatened greatness. Despite his numbers he enjoys an exulted eminence inconsistent with … Continue reading

Sachin Tendulkar

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Sachin Tendulkar

On the 24 April 2011 the legendary Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar celebrated his 38th birthday just days after helping India become World Cup champions for the first time in 28 years. His contribution to the cause was pivotal. In five matches against the top sides Sri Lanka, Australia, South Africa, Pakistan and England he totalled 387 runs uncluding two centuries … Continue reading