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Fly Ted Down Under Journeys through the land of Oz

Light's Vision: Adelaide, SA

“The Don,” batting away in front of the Adelaide Oval.

AUSTRALIA | Saturday, 4 June 2011 | Views [326]

“The Don,” batting away in front of the Adelaide Oval.

The iconic statue of Sir Donald Bradman, the world's most famous cricketer, often likened to Wayne Gretzky (or vice-versa) for his dominance and innate abilities. In cricket, a lifetime batting average of around 50 is considered elite; Bradman's was 99.94. He spent most of his life in Adelaide, while leading Australia to international cricket success. It is said that when Nelson Mandela emerged from prison, one of his first questions was, “Is Donald Bradman still alive?”

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The view over Adelaide from Montefiore Hill in North Adelaide, showing the Adelaide Oval and the buildings of the square-mile City in behind.

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