What is Bazball? How England and Ben Stokes revolutionised Test cricket
1 year, 6 months ago

What is Bazball? How England and Ben Stokes revolutionised Test cricket

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Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes have neither ripped up the cricket rule book, nor invented a new shot, but they have transformed England’s fortunes from rock bottom to entertainers. Few knew what to expect when England hosted New Zealand last June, but they were blown away with Jonny Bairstow’s onslaught at Trent Bridge one of the main highlights of the summer as did the first threat to the 120-year-old record for England’s fastest-ever Test century of the ‘Bazball’ era. Australia took three games – dubbed the 15-day Test – on Pakistan’s pitches to secure victory but England departed Karachi just before Christmas with a 3-0 win that seemed inconceivable when they touched down in Islamabad almost a month before. open image in gallery Stokes led England to a historic 3-0 win in Pakistan in the winter New Zealand have played five Tests against England in the new era, and won one.

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NZ vs ENG: England captain Stokes not blaming injury on extra bowling load
Top News
1 week, 1 day ago

NZ vs ENG: England captain Stokes not blaming injury on extra bowling load

The Hindu  

England captain Ben Stokes does not think the heavier bowling workload he undertook in the third test against New Zealand was a contributory factor to the hamstring injury he suffered during the match. “Every time you walk out onto a field as an athlete, you’re putting yourself at risk of getting injury,” the 33-year-old said in Hamilton after England’s loss …

Stokes sidelined with a hamstring injury as New Zealand beats England by 423 runs in the 3rd test
1 week, 1 day ago

Stokes sidelined with a hamstring injury as New Zealand beats England by 423 runs in the 3rd test

Associated Press  

HAMILTON, New Zealand — Captain Ben Stokes was unable to bat because of a hamstring injury on Tuesday as England slumped to a 423-run loss to New Zealand before tea on the fourth day on the third cricket test. New Zealand’s winning margin matched its largest test win by runs of a 423-run win over Sri Lanka in 2018 and …

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes injury plagues England as New Zealand sniff consolation win
1 week, 2 days ago

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes injury plagues England as New Zealand sniff consolation win

India Today  

New Zealand moved within striking distance of avoiding a series whitewash against England and securing a significant win in the third Test in Hamilton, ending Day 3 on December 16 in a commanding position. With England set an imposing target of 658 runs to chase and already reeling at 18/2, their problems were compounded further as skipper Ben Stokes suffered …

England players give New Zealand's Tim Southee guard of honour in farewell Test
Top News
1 week, 4 days ago

England players give New Zealand's Tim Southee guard of honour in farewell Test

India Today  

The England men's cricket team, led by Ben Stokes, gave a heartfelt guard of honor to retiring New Zealand pacer Tim Southee as he walked out to bat on the opening day of the third Test at Seddon Park. Southee, accompanied by his daughter and his New Zealand teammates, took to the field at the start of the play on …

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep
1 week, 5 days ago

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep

Hindustan Times  

Dec 13 - England captain Ben Stokes concedes that he has probably spoken too much about next year's Ashes and is keen that the tourists stay in the "here and now" as they look to sweep their test series against New Zealand in Hamilton this week. Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep Charged with confidence …

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep
1 week, 5 days ago

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep

Hindustan Times  

- England captain Ben Stokes concedes that he has probably spoken too much about next year's Ashes and is keen that the tourists stay in the "here and now" as they look to sweep their test series against New Zealand in Hamilton this week. Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep Charged with confidence after taking …

Ben Stokes praises England’s ‘unbelievable bravery’ in victory against New Zealand
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Ben Stokes praises England’s ‘unbelievable bravery’ in victory against New Zealand

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NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Blundell’s century in vain as England beats Black Caps by 323 runs
2 weeks, 3 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Blundell’s century in vain as England beats Black Caps by 323 runs

The Hindu  

England finally faced some resistance from New Zealand in the shape of Tom Blundell’s defiant century but dismissed the Black Caps for 259 to wrap up a thumping 323-run victory on the third day of the second Test on Sunday. New Zealand’s Tom Blundell celebrates his century during play on day three of the second Test against England. He delivered …

England beats New Zealand by 323 runs in 2nd test to take unassailable 2-0 series lead
2 weeks, 3 days ago

England beats New Zealand by 323 runs in 2nd test to take unassailable 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — England conquered the Wellington gale Sunday to seal a 323 run win over New Zealand on the third day of the second test and to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Joe Root completed his 36th century as England batted for less than 30 minutes in the morning before declaring with a lead of …

Ben Stokes credits England's dominant style of play for New Zealand series win
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Ben Stokes credits England's dominant style of play for New Zealand series win

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes has praised his team's aggressive style of play after securing a commanding 323-run victory in Wellington, clinching their first Test series win in New Zealand in 16 years. "To play the more dominant cricket over the days we have played so far," Stokes said when asked how England ended their drought in New Zealand. Stokes highlighted …

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Atkinson hat-trick, Bethell 98 put England in driver's seat
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Atkinson hat-trick, Bethell 98 put England in driver's seat

India Today  

England continued to assert dominance over New Zealand on Day 2 of the second Test as they finished the day on 378/5 leading New Zealand by 533 runs on Saturday, December 7 at Basin Reserve, Wellington. New Zealand began the day on 86/5 in 26 overs trailing by 194 runs as England continued the momentum from the opening day and …

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Latham seconds Stokes on over-rate penalty issue ahead of second test
2 weeks, 6 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Latham seconds Stokes on over-rate penalty issue ahead of second test

The Hindu  

New Zealand captain Tom Latham echoed his counterpart Ben Stokes and suggested that the rules and penalties concerning over-rate in Tests need to be reevaluated. “It’s certainly a challenge to get through those 15 overs an hour if the ball’s flying to the boundary a little bit more than usual,” Latham said on Thursday on the eve of the second …

Ben Stokes provides injury update ahead of second Test against New Zealand
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ben Stokes provides injury update ahead of second Test against New Zealand

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"Our bowlers were relentless throughout": England skipper Stokes reflects on win over NZ in 1st Test
3 weeks, 3 days ago

"Our bowlers were relentless throughout": England skipper Stokes reflects on win over NZ in 1st Test

Hindustan Times  

Christchurch, : Following the win over New Zealand in the Christchurch Test, England skipper Ben Stokes showered praise on his bowling attack and said that his bowlers were "relentless" throughout the game. "Our bowlers were relentless throughout": England skipper Stokes reflects on win over NZ in 1st Test Brydon Carse was named the 'Player of the Match' following his magnificent …

New Zealand vs England: Bethell, Carse guide visitors to eight-wicket win
3 weeks, 3 days ago

New Zealand vs England: Bethell, Carse guide visitors to eight-wicket win

Al Jazeera  

Debutant batter Bethell’s quick 50 and fast bowler Carse’s six-for help the visitors seal an emphatic win on day four in Christchurch. England have blazed to an eight-wicket victory in the first cricket Test match against New Zealand, knocking off their 104-run target in just 12.4 overs of their second innings. “Our bowlers were relentless throughout.” New Zealand resumed on …

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 4 Highlights: England beats New Zealand by eight wickets to take 1-0 lead in three-match series
3 weeks, 3 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 4 Highlights: England beats New Zealand by eight wickets to take 1-0 lead in three-match series

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s HIGHLIGHTS from Day 4 of the 1st Test between New Zealand and England from the Hagley Oval in Christchurch, New Zealand. PREVIEW All-rounder Nathan Smith will make his test debut for New Zealand in the series-opener against England two weeks after playing his first internationals in the ODI series against Sri Lanka. New Zealand and England split …

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 3 Highlights: New Zealand erases first-innings deficit but loses six wickets
3 weeks, 4 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 3 Highlights: New Zealand erases first-innings deficit but loses six wickets

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights from Day 3 of the 1st Test between New Zealand and England from the Hagley Oval in Christchurch, New Zealand. LIVE UPDATES PREVIEW All-rounder Nathan Smith will make his test debut for New Zealand in the series-opener against England two weeks after playing his first internationals in the ODI series against Sri Lanka. New Zealand captain …

Cricket-Brook century drags England back into first NZ test
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Cricket-Brook century drags England back into first NZ test

Hindustan Times  

- Harry Brook scored a brilliant century to drag England right back into the first test in Christchurch on Friday, driving the tourists to within 29 runs of New Zealand's tally of 348 on 319 for five at the end of day two. Cricket-Brook century drags England back into first NZ test The tourists were well and truly on the …

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test: Brook century drags England back into first New Zealand Test
3 weeks, 5 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test: Brook century drags England back into first New Zealand Test

The Hindu  

Harry Brook scored a brilliant century to drag England right back into the first Test in Christchurch on Friday, driving the tourist to within 29 runs of New Zealand’s tally of 348 on 319 for five at the end of day two. RELATED | NZ vs ENG 1st Test Scorecard and Highlights It had all looked much bleaker when, with …

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 2 Highlights: Brook hundred propels England to 319/5 at Stumps; Trails by 29 runs
3 weeks, 5 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 2 Highlights: Brook hundred propels England to 319/5 at Stumps; Trails by 29 runs

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights from Day 2 of the 1st Test between New Zealand and England from the Hagley Oval in Christchurch, New Zealand. HIGHLIGHTS PREVIEW All-rounder Nathan Smith will make his test debut for New Zealand in the series-opener against England two weeks after playing his first internationals in the ODI series against Sri Lanka. New Zealand captain Tom …

England remove New Zealand openers in first morning of series
3 weeks, 6 days ago

England remove New Zealand openers in first morning of series

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Despite Kane Williamson's 93, England dominate Day 1 of 1st Test vs New Zealand
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Despite Kane Williamson's 93, England dominate Day 1 of 1st Test vs New Zealand

India Today  

It was quite an intriguing start to the 3-match Test series between England and New Zealand. The Day 1 of the 1st Test witnessed England, led by Ben Stokes, opted to bowl first, banking on the pitch's grassy cover to assist their bowlers. Gus Atkinson justified the decision early by removing Devon Conway in the second over, but New Zealand's …

Stokes-McCullum need series win vs India or Australia: Cook speaks on Bazball
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Stokes-McCullum need series win vs India or Australia: Cook speaks on Bazball

India Today  

Former England captain Alastair Cook believes that Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum need a marquee Test series win against India or Australia to call the Bazball period successful. NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 1: Highlights Cook said that he was not in complete agreement with the method that England play Test cricket with but agreed that Stokes and McCullum …

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 1 Highlights: Williamson 93 takes New Zealand to 319/8 at Stumps; Bashir picks four wickets
3 weeks, 6 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 1 Highlights: Williamson 93 takes New Zealand to 319/8 at Stumps; Bashir picks four wickets

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights from Day 1 of the 1st Test between New Zealand and England from the Hagley Oval in Christchurch, New Zealand. LIVE UPDATES PREVIEW All-rounder Nathan Smith will make his test debut for New Zealand in the series-opener against England two weeks after playing his first internationals in the ODI series against Sri Lanka. New Zealand captain …

NZ vs ENG: Jacob Bethell handed England Test debut against New Zealand
4 weeks, 1 day ago

NZ vs ENG: Jacob Bethell handed England Test debut against New Zealand

The Hindu  

England’s Jacob Bethell will bat at number three for the first time in First-Class cricket when he makes his Test debut against New Zealand at Christchurch’s Hagley Oval on Thursday. In a rejig forced by the injury to wicketkeeper Jordan Cox, Ollie Pope will take the gloves and drop down the order to bat at six with Bethell coming in …

NZ vs ENG 2024: New Zealand expect England to stick to attacking ‘Bazball’ ways
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NZ vs ENG 2024: New Zealand expect England to stick to attacking ‘Bazball’ ways

The Hindu  

New Zealand expects England to stick to its attacking brand of cricket when it faces the Black Caps in the upcoming home test series despite Ben Stokes’s team crashing to defeat in Pakistan. Former England captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Vaughan said ‘Bazball’ had met its match against Pakistan but New Zealand skipper Tom Latham was not convinced the tourists …

Ben Stokes likely to sit out the IPL to prioritise England’s Test team
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes likely to sit out the IPL to prioritise England’s Test team

The Telegraph  

Ben Stokes is likely to lead a string of key England players sitting out the 2025 Indian Premier League ahead of a huge year for his Test team. England players are facing tricky decisions over whether to enter the auction for next year’s tournament because of new regulations put in place by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, …

Ben Stokes backs England’s batters after crushing series defeat to Pakistan
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Ben Stokes backs England’s batters after crushing series defeat to Pakistan

The Independent  

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Pakistan ‘found Bazball’s kryptonite’ as they put England into a spin
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Pakistan ‘found Bazball’s kryptonite’ as they put England into a spin

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Stokes's Press Conference Misunderstanding Leaves Fans Amused
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Stokes's Press Conference Misunderstanding Leaves Fans Amused

Hindustan Times  

Ben Stokes's press conference encounter with a Pakistani journalist highlights the importance of clear and concise communication. The journalist's question about England's ability to replicate their performance in Rawalpindi lacked clarity, leading to Stokes's humorous repetition requests. The exchange sparked reactions on social media, with some fans finding it entertaining, while others expressed their appreciation for the on-field dominance displayed …

Stokes Warns of Spin Battle in Pakistan-England Showdown
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2 months ago

Stokes Warns of Spin Battle in Pakistan-England Showdown

The Hindu  

England captain Ben Stokes believes the series-deciding third Test against Pakistan will boil down to a spin battle on a Rawalpindi pitch likely to favour slow bowlers. Pakistan has used industrial fans and heaters to dry the pitch, hoping to replicate its spin-led success in Multan which ended a drought of home wins stretching back to 2021.

England deploy four spinners and one specialist fast bowler for third Test against Pakistan
2 months ago

England deploy four spinners and one specialist fast bowler for third Test against Pakistan

The Telegraph  

One look at the Rawalpindi square indicates the rationale behind England’s selection of three spinners and only one specialist seamer. Pakistan played a leg-spinner last week, who bowled three or four overs, but you’d rather have it and not need it than need it if not have it.” Analysis: Rehan recall a huge gamble with series on the line This …

Pakistan vs England LIVE: Cricket score and updates from second Test in Multan
2 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan vs England LIVE: Cricket score and updates from second Test in Multan

The Independent  

✕ Close Ben Stokes trains during England nets in Multan, Pakistan An unprecedented spin-heavy Pakistan cricket won the toss and elected to bat in the second Test against England cricket in Multan. Ben Stokes returned to lead England after recovering from a torn hamstring as the visitors made two changes from the side which recorded an innings and 47-run win …

Ben Stokes has no issue with Pakistan exploiting home advantage for second Test
2 months, 1 week ago

Ben Stokes has no issue with Pakistan exploiting home advantage for second Test

The Independent  

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Stuart Broad makes bold claim about England’s Bazball approach for Pakistan series
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Stuart Broad makes bold claim about England’s Bazball approach for Pakistan series

The Independent  

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England suffer EMBARRASSING defeat by Sri Lanka by eight wickets thanks to Pathum Nissanka's unbeaten century - as hosts' 100% summer record ends
3 months, 2 weeks ago

England suffer EMBARRASSING defeat by Sri Lanka by eight wickets thanks to Pathum Nissanka's unbeaten century - as hosts' 100% summer record ends

Daily Mail  

As Pathum Nissanka cut Shoaib Bashir for four to put the seal on a brilliant century and a stirring Sri Lankan win, it was hard to avoid the thought that England’s Test summer might be remembered, above all, for the one that got away. England succumbed to a hugely embarrassing defeat against Sri Lanka at The Oval as the visitors …

'IPL helped our average Test players get rich...': Boycott's fiery 'join a circus' rant aimed at Ben Stokes and co.
5 months, 1 week ago

'IPL helped our average Test players get rich...': Boycott's fiery 'join a circus' rant aimed at Ben Stokes and co.

Hindustan Times  

The England men's cricket team has faced a challenging few months. England's Ben Stokes walks back to the pavilion after losing his wicket, bowled out by West Indies' Gudakesh Motie Former cricketer Geoffrey Boycott has sharply criticized the England team for their underwhelming performance. The 83-year-old English batting great, in a rather unusual jibe, lamented that even "moderate to average" …

Ben Stokes: It’s tough to see the backlash against England’s footballers
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes: It’s tough to see the backlash against England’s footballers

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Ben Stokes: England are changing so we can win back Ashes
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes: England are changing so we can win back Ashes

The Telegraph  

A bullish Stokes acknowledged that an Ashes focus represents a pivot to his strategy. “I want us to be able to take a squad out there that I know is going to go at Australia,” said Stokes. I want this team to progress over the 18 months, so I’m focusing on that because I want us to go out to …

Ben Stokes hits back at Australian media, claiming England live ‘rent free’ in Australia’s heads
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes hits back at Australian media, claiming England live ‘rent free’ in Australia’s heads

The Telegraph  

Ben Stokes has hit back at Australian media for deriding an evangelical team talk he gave during last summer’s Ashes, saying that his England team live “rent free” in their heads. This week the England and Wales Cricket Board released a three-part behind-the-scenes documentary called Our Take: The Ashes 2023, which follows Australia presenting their side of the story in …

Andrew Strauss: My England team would beat the Bazballers
8 months ago

Andrew Strauss: My England team would beat the Bazballers

The Telegraph  

“It was very successful for us. So it’s just really modifying the approach a little bit at times.” In the short-term, Strauss has no doubt about what would be the biggest boost to England. So if we’re able to get him playing Tests again, it would be a massive fillip.” For now, Strauss is adjusting to his working life not …

The Taste for Test Cricket in the T20 Era
8 months, 2 weeks ago

The Taste for Test Cricket in the T20 Era

The Hindu  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has unequivocally highlighted its emphasis on prioritising the longer format of the game, which has been furthered by designing an “incentive” mechanism for the players. Under this scheme, players meeting specific criteria have the potential to earn up to ₹60 lakh per Test match including match fee, signalling a concerted effort to …

Bazball needs a reboot as the England cricket sideshow begins series two
9 months, 1 week ago

Bazball needs a reboot as the England cricket sideshow begins series two

The Independent  

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Ashwin shocked by Anderson's over-the-top comments, Joe Root's defenceless cricket in a fresh view on Bazball
9 months, 1 week ago

Ashwin shocked by Anderson's over-the-top comments, Joe Root's defenceless cricket in a fresh view on Bazball

Hindustan Times  

Ace spinner Ravichandran Ashwin opened up on his views on England's Bazball approach in red-ball cricket after clinched the five-match Test series 4-1. Ravichandran Ashwin gave his take on England's bazball approach The Bazball did stun India in Hyderabad as Ollie Pope and other English batters troubled India with their reverse-sweep shots. However, England were high on confidence after the …

Michael Vaughan turns up heat on Ben Stokes' Bazballing England with 'team made up of cheerleaders' jibe
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Michael Vaughan turns up heat on Ben Stokes' Bazballing England with 'team made up of cheerleaders' jibe

Hindustan Times  

Leaving Ben Stokes' England grapple with doubts about their Bazball approach of playing the longest format, Rohit Sharma's Team India became the number one ranked side in the newly-released ICC Test Team Rankings on Sunday. Michael Vaughan wants Ben Stokes and Co. to have a dose of honesty Rohit and Co. thrashed England 4-1 in the five-match series at home …

‘Their batting failed miserably’: Former cricketers slam England’s Bazball approach after losing Test series in India 4-1
9 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Their batting failed miserably’: Former cricketers slam England’s Bazball approach after losing Test series in India 4-1

Firstpost  

Former cricketers questioned England’s Bazball approach in the just concluded Test series against India after the visitors suffered a 4-1 Test series defeat. England’s “Bazball” approach took a major setback in the just-concluded Test series against India following their innings defeat in the fifth and final Test in Dharamsala on Saturday. Former England cricketers including Nasser Hussain questioned England’s Bazball …

Ben Stokes: Write off England and myself at your peril
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes: Write off England and myself at your peril

The Telegraph  

Ben Stokes has warned to write off England and himself “at your peril” after declaring that his side would use the pain of being dominated by India as fuel. India have not lost a Test series at home since 2012, when Alastair Cook’s England team won here, with Stokes praising the hosts for being “much the better team” and an …

India remain in charge against England despite first-ball magic from Ben Stokes
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India remain in charge against England despite first-ball magic from Ben Stokes

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes puts spotlight on England superstar before R Ashwin's milestone 100th Test: 'Amazing career to date'
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes puts spotlight on England superstar before R Ashwin's milestone 100th Test: 'Amazing career to date'

Hindustan Times  

With crestfallen England hoping to salvage some pride in the final game of the five-game series against Rohit Sharma’s Team India, Ben Stokes and Co. have recalled pacer Mark Wood in their playing XI for the Dharamsala encounter on Thursday. In a rarity of Test cricket, veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin and England batter Jonny Bairstow will play their 100th Test …

Ind vs Eng Tests | Dreams come true when you hold on to them against the odds
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ind vs Eng Tests | Dreams come true when you hold on to them against the odds

The Hindu  

One is a war veteran’s son who threatened to run away from home if his father didn’t buy him a kit and allow him to play cricket; another, in effect, did run away and started out in another city. A third sold pani puri off a cart, a fourth spoke delicately about how “things weren’t financially strong at home.” They …

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