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Graeme Pollock diagnosed with colorectal cancer

Former South African batsman Graeme Pollock has been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. The news of Pollock’s cancer was leaked by his friend Rice, who himself had a cancerous tumour operated upon.

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Jeff Crowe: Former New Zealand skipper who is one of the top match referees in the current era

Jeff Crowe, born on September 14, 1958, was a crucial member of the New Zealand team in the 1980s. Although he first played in Australia, he turned up to answer the calls of his homeland and served it in 39 Tests and 75 One-Day Internationals (ODI). Today he is an match-referee. Nishad Pai Vaidya profiles Crowe's career.

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Mathew Sinclair: New Zealand’s talented cricketer who couldn’t make it to the top echelons of international cricket

Have we ever thought of those cricketers who for a variety of reasons couldn't conquer towering peaks, and found themselves in the lonely world of wilderness? The just-retired Mathew Sinclair certainly belongs to the second category of cricketers who in spite of showing flashes of brilliance couldn't make it to the top echelons of the game.

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Jeremy Coney: Music and cricket — the twin passions of his life

Jeremy Coney, born June 21, 1952, was a well-built all-rounder with a short-lived but highly successful stint as New Zealand skipper. Coney played multiple roles on the field for 13 years, for which he was awarded the MBE. Away from the cricket field, Coney was a musician and a teacher who went on to become a quirky expert of the game. Prakash Govindasreenivasan has more.

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Martin Crowe to cut all ties with cricket to reduce stress levels after cancer

New Zealand batting great Martin Crowe on Friday said the cancer he was diagnosed with last year was under control and he was cutting all ties with cricket to reduce his stress levels.

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New Zealand cricket has been hurt by bad coaching and revolving door policies

Ever since the retirement of the legendary Martin Crowe, New Zealand have been hard-pressed to find world-class batsmen. On numerous occasions, New Zealand’s batting line-up has capitulated like a pack of cards, resulting in heavy losses.

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Ian Smith’s blitzkrieg leaves Indian bowlers shell-shocked

On February 22, 1990, Ian Smith scored his second and last century for New Zealand in Tests, but the circumstances under which it was scripted was phenomenal. Walking in to bat at 131 for seven, he blasted 169 off 128 deliveries, on the first day of the Test in Auckland, to steer his side to 387 for nine before stumps. Karthik Parimal looks back at this eventful day.

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Martin Crowe – New Zealand best batsmen ever

Martin Crowe – New Zealand best batsmen ever

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Simon Taufel to deliver 2013 MCC Spirit of Cricket Cowdrey Lecture

Former umpire Simon Taufel has been invited to deliver the 2013 MCC Spirit of Cricket Cowdrey Lecture at Lord’s on Wednesday. Taufel will be delivering the lecture on July 24 later this year.

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Ian Bell burns his bat in protest against India

Shortly after former New Zealand star batsman Martin Crowe protested against Ross Taylor's sacking by setting fire to his New Zealand Test blazer, another incident of what is already being termed "Crimation" occurred on Thursday when Ian Bell reportedly burnt his bat in protest at "the completely unacceptable treatment I've received at the hands of India's bowlers throughout this tour".

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