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Phil Walker / January 10, 2019

Last month, West Indies Test captain Jason Holder sat down at a London hotel with Phil Walker, editor-in-chief of Wisden Cricket Monthly, to discuss the slings and arrows of cricket’s toughest job.

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No.7 the 'perfect position' for Glenn Maxwell – Justin Langer

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Ambati Rayudu reported for suspect bowling action

Australia v India

Rohit: 'Dhoni batting at No. 4 will be ideal for the team'

Series Editorial

Peter Siddle named in Australia ODI XI for first time since 2010

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Australia v India

Ashton Turner called up as cover for ill Mitchell Marsh

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