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Doug Bollinger
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Andrew Hughes /
18 November 2010 /
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"As quick as Johnson, but more reliable and with better command of swing."
Just one wicket away from 50 - Dougie will expect to be well on his way to 100 after The Ashes this winter
Doug Bollinger
Nickname: Eagle, Doug the Rug
Left-arm fast bowler
Tests: 11
Bowling Average: 23.79
Ashes Experience: None
Ashes Role:
As quick as Johnson, but more reliable and with better command of swing, Bollinger will bowl for longer periods than his fellow left-armer and will look to take wickets by exploiting lateral movement and varying his angle of attack.
Likes: Making his teammates laugh
Dislikes: Strong winds
Trivia: Bollinger's miraculous new head of hair was specially imported from Russia
Odds to be top Australian bowler: [6.0]
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