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Watch for tricks from the Poms in The Ashes

The proposed test team for Australia has been announced to compete in The Ashes.

I am confident that they will return with victories. While Australia has a youthful squad, they possess experience… and are undoubtedly ready to give their all.

Speaking of excellence, we are currently witnessing the final matches of one of the greatest batsmen of modern times, Sachin Tendulkar, in India. With over 198 tests and more than one hundred centuries to his name, he is undeniably a legendary batsman who will be remembered for many years to come.

Sachin Tendulkar, one of the greatest

This week, a batsman achieved the fastest century ever recorded in India, including an impressive seventeen sixes… truly a remarkable performance.

We all anticipate a victory for the Aussies against the Poms, particularly since we triumphed over Australia during their visit to India earlier this year. I did warn them beforehand not to indulge in curries.

Remember, the Indian Curry has now become the most popular dish in England, overtaking the traditional British Fish and Chips. My advice for your cricketers heading to England is… don’t be misled into trying these foods, as you may find yourself doing more running than just between the wickets. Also, consider wearing a mask because sometimes the haze is caused not just by pollution. This is not only due to the Poms’ infrequent showers, but also because of the fumes from an excess of take-away curries. Those cunning Poms might also rely on heavy rain to wash out the wickets… particularly when they’re facing defeat.

Exciting news from the golf world… it’s the first time an Aussie has claimed victory at the Masters.

In the UK, Manchester United secured the league title, while in Germany, Bayern Munich convincingly defeated Craig Foster’s favorite team Barcelona 4-0, and Real Madrid fell 4-1 to the Huns.

In India, we believe in examining historical outcomes to gain insights into potential Champions League winners.

Throughout the last four seasons, controversial referees’ calls have significantly impacted numerous matches. If I were a German supporter hoping for a victory, I would reflect on how many players have been dismissed when facing Spanish teams. A betting individual might speculate on the number of German players who will finish the match. The most exceptional soccer manager since Brian Clough (who would have made an excellent Indian, as we would have gladly appointed him our international team manager), Jose Mourinho, acknowledged that the superior team lost in his Champions League matchup with Man Utd. He also stated that they performed poorly against the Germans. He is indeed a remarkable manager. I have wagered ten rupees on Real Madrid.

Black Caviar has retired undefeated. Not much else can be said about her legacy. As Tina Turner puts it… Simply The Best.

by Rhandi Ghit

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