Backen Is Fine All-Rounder For ACT Cricket
Jim Backen captain of the ACT team to face Mosman on Monday has emerged as the hot all rounder in the ALC first grade. In 35 matches he has 45 wickets for 361 runs at 8.4. Last season he took 52 wickets at eight. His batting average this season improves from 33 to 47 runs in 47 innings. He studies bowlers and knows weaknesses of top bats, exploiting them in 12 hours of cricket the past two Saturdays for 32 wickets.
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Bowler Canberra Club Contests Over Holiday Weekend
Club competitions continue during the holiday weekend with a slate of singles and pairs matches. Notable events include the Singies championship Green v Doherty and Slater v McInnes, plus the Waterman v Wynn Ringles championship on Sunday.
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West Indies in Doubt For Test After Ferguson Injury
Wilfred Ferguson shoulder injury confirmed in Melbourne casting doubt on his availability. Team plans for the Test remain uncertain as Ian McDonald and other Victorian bowlers are being assessed while final selections near.
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South African selections shape Australia tour squad
The South African Cricket Board moved to select the touring party with a Durban trial match pitting a Currie Cup combined team against Natal champions of the senior division. Final selection for the Australia tour will be announced after a March trial in Capetown featuring players like Mansell Wallace Wooler Helton Draper Pickeril Paton View Funston Liddle Hayes and Munson.
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Walcott Defends Title Next June in New York
Fell Bocchicchio said Joe Walcott is almost certain to defend his world heavyweight title in New York next June. New York State Athletic Commission chief R Christenberry indicated recognition of Walcott and stated a meeting with a legitimate contender within days. Contenders named include former champions Wizard Carlos and Rocky Marciano, with potential bouts planned within 15 days and a probable February matchup on the West Coast.
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Dittmar Delay Resented by Sydney Promoter
Sydney boxing scene reports Len Dittmar awaiting a two month spell before a planned meeting with John. Manager Jim McQuillan says Dittmar could be ready to fight again in four to five weeks after the delay.
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Australians Arrive in London with Empire Aide Group
Australians arrived in London yesterday alongside other members of the Empire aid mission. The delegation, led by key officials, plans to assess postwar recovery efforts and strengthen imperial ties during their stay.
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