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Moi: The title of the article does not convey the general positive tone of Bracewell's comments. Of course, 10 years too long, hein?


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Cricket: Bangladesh decade away from parity - Bracewell

5:00AM Wednesday January 02, 2008
By David Leggat


John Bracewell. Photo / Glenn Jeffrey



Fast forward 10 years and what state will Bangladesh cricket be in?
John Bracewell reckons they could be on a par with most of the test-playing nations, including New Zealand.
As Bangladesh prepare for the first of two tests in Dunedin starting on Friday, the indications are the series is unlikely to require the full 10 days.
The Bangladeshis are well short of New Zealand in all-round skill and experience, as was amply demonstrated during the 3-0 ODI series sweep by the hosts.


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