Commentary Quote by Richie Benaud

“The problem with relying on nostalgia for commentary is that people only remember the good things.”

Richie Benaud

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Rory Bremner I have no problem with; he is a satirist, and a very funny one, too.

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When a cricketer gets hit in the private parts, he hopes the pain will go away very soon but the swelling doesn't!

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A cricket ground is a flat piece of earth with some buildings around it.

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Out in the field, you haven't got anyone whispering into your ear saying all sorts of things, you've got to do it yourself.

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My mantra is: put your brain into gear and if you can add to what's on the screen then do it, otherwise shut up.

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