captains pact
Sep 30 2008, Sreelata Yellamrazu

Ricky Ponting has rake dup an issue that caused much angst down under on India’s last tour. But whether he is in a position to judge the decision of other captains is open to discussion.
Ricky Ponting has expressed disappointment...

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