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“There are three great international team sports in Australia: cricket, rugby (two codes), and Pom-bashing. But the greatest of these is the last, and it is time we prepared ourselves for the greatest celebration of Pom-bashing since Bodyline, the 1930s cricket tour that became an international incident. That one rankles to this day and is otherwise known as the longest whinge in sporting history.”

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Simon Barnes is a British journalist born in 1951. He is known for his profound insights into nature and outdoor activities, having served as an editor and columnist for several prominent media organizations. more

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