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I remember those 'oranges' back in the day at half-time. Fortunately cricket lunches were more substantial. Just don't ask a cricketer during a match 'who is winning?" ;)

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May 7, 2022·edited May 7, 2022

Neil has homed in on both Rees-Mogg and Dorries and struck a direct hit. However, the broader point is also true. There is nothing more frustrating for the sports fan than the galling spectacle of politicians pretending to be men of the people, whilst exposing their ignorance of the art. At least (British Prime Minister) John Major had (and has) a genuine love of cricket. But politicians the world over will forever be drawn to the photo op.

And I defend Neil's right to comment on British politics and politicians.

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a good read as always

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So Mr Manthorpe, what gives you the right to verbally attack elected MPs of the UK, when you yourself are a South African citizen. I don’t see Nasser Hussain or Mike Atherton having a go at ANC politicians. How can you know anything about Jacob Rees-Mogg who you dissed by calling him ‘out of touch’ and an ‘old Etonian flubber’, whatever that is? As a British citizen I don’t appreciate a South African cricket hack having a go at elected officials of my country. Have a look at the quality of your own officials and get back to me with the good news.

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