Tim Blair no relation of Tony Blair writes that “someone has figured out a way to make cricket watchable.” Americans are going to love this version of the game. After all nearly million odd blokes buy Maxim, another British export.

bq. Beer wenches. They were a topic of hot debate at last summer’s Sydney Test and are sure to create a storm again when cricket’s one-day circus hits town on January 11. They may even make their presence felt during Steve Waugh’s farewell Test. For those who missed the phenomenon, scantily clad girls are hired for $65 an hour to wait hand and foot on groups of thirsty fans, allowing them to enjoy the cricket.

Om’s on first flight to Ozzie-Land!
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