Once Upon a Time in the Ashes

Episode 10 - Ross Duncan


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Episode 10 is the tale of two Australian fast bowlers, Ross Duncan and Pat Crawford.  Ross played his one Ashes Test in 1971, in the 5th Test at the MCG, but his day in the Victorian sun was hampered by injury. Pat fared no better, managing 29 balls at Lord's in 1956 before breaking down. But that was just the beginning of Pat's story. The Australian writer and journalist, Gideon Haigh, guides us through the incredible ups and downs of Pat's life.

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Once Upon a Time in the AshesBy Graham Barrett


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