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Dirk Nannes

Dirk Nannes, Ian Bishop reveal secrets behind successful ‘death bowling’

Nannes said that a bowler needs to have a 'bit of X-factor' to bowl at the death.

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Greg Chappell says youngsters are not getting tested enough at domestic level

Former Australian captain Greg Chappell is worried about the next generation of cricketers isn’t tested enough at the domestic level. He reckoned that is the reason why Australia are in a position where they are today struggling to win Test matches.

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Dirk Nannes blames change in Australia’s state 2nd XI system for decline

Dirk Nannes, the former Australian fast bowler has said that Australia’s ongoing poor run can be attributed to some of the decisions they took four years ago. Nannes said that in 2009, the second XIs system was reworked and the tweaking in the approach is what has led to Australia’s current predicament.

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England and Australia players clash in a car racing competition

As the Ashes 2013 ensue, some current England and former Australia cricketers were involved in a car racing competition. James Anderson, Ian Bell and Jonathan Trott turned up from the England side. Representing Australia were Damien Martyn, Dirk Nannes and Shaun Tait. It was a fun outing for the cricketers as they competed in this...

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I would not count Zaheer Khan out yet: Dirk Nannes

Dirk Nannes made his debut for Australia in 2009 at the age of 33, just three years after making his first appearance in First-Class cricket. A left-arm seam bowler capable of generating genuine pace, Nannes didn't appear to be destined to play cricket after he devoted a significant amount of time to skiing, going on to compete at World Cup events in the sport.

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Mitchell Johnson’s form deserves Ashes call-up, feels Dirk Nannes

Australian pacer Mitchell Johnson has been left out of the Australian squad for the Ashes in July, but fast bowler Dirk Nannes has backed the left-arm pacer to force a change of mind for selectors for his inclusion in the Test series.

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IPL 2013: Ricky Ponting is the best man to lead Mumbai Indians, but needs to find form with the bat

Should out of form Ricky Ponting drop himself from the Mumbai Indians eleven? The legendary Australian has struggled in the 2013 Indian Premier League (IPL), and his captaincy has kept him in the Mumbai line-up. A few captains have taken the brave calls of benching themselves at the IPL and there is pressure on Ponting to follow suit.

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IPL 2013: Chris Morris thrilled by Chennai Super Kings debut

25-year-old South African allrounder Chris Morris, who was snapped up by the Chennai Super Kings in the recently held player auctions, expressed his delight at making his debut in the Indian Premier League 2013 in the match against Kings XI Punjab on Wednesday.

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Dwayne Bravo claims three as Chennai Super Kings keep Kings XI Punjab to 138

Chennai Super Kings produced an impressive bowling show to bowl out Kings XI Punjab for a modest total of 138 in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2013 match at the PCA Stadium in Mohali on Wednesday.

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IPL 2013 Preview: Buoyant Kings XI Punjab take on Chennai Super Kings at Mohali

It is a battle between two teams- Kings XI Punjab and Chennai Super Kings. Both the teams have started their campaign on different notes. The mood in the Punjab camp will be upbeat after their resounding win over Pune Warriors India in their first game of IPL 2013. On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings lost their opening encounter against Mumbai Indians at MA Chidambaram Stadium.

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