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17 Jan, 4 tweets, 3 min read
Another early Jan day, another #PongalTest in Madras

#OnThisDay, '73
Ind secured a hard earned 4wk win vs Eng

19 wk to Bedi-Chandra-Pras
Fabulous batting by Pataudi on his Test return
Durani with crucial runs in both inn. while battling a thigh injury

We led the series 2-1 💪 Image
The PlayfairCricketMonthly snippet in the previous tweet courtesy @Marcus60s70s80s
He also gave us these fantastic visuals
@RSingh6969a in the act too, as always
And this one's a proper priceless gem from @Marcus60s70s80s

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