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Riders on the Storm

Lightning almost strikes the Australia as Gabba Test takes another twist

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Peter Lalor
Dec 18, 2024
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DAY FIVE, THE GABBA:

Having nailed the 18th studio take of the Beatles’ thunderous pre-punk classic, Helter Skelter, Ringo Starr yelled “I’ve got blisters on my fingers” and threw his drumsticks across the room in cele-frustration. We’re all kinda there after five maddening and intermittently thrilling days Test match cricket.

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