"there's not too many advantages ...."

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... to being a New Zealander said Mike C. "In fact I can't think of any... but this is one."

We are in Port Elizabeth, preparing to watch the NZers play SA in the fifth game of the tour. NZ have lost all 4 previous games, the last two by tiny margins and the first two by country miles. Our preparation involves large steaks and relaxing by the pool. And waiting for happy hour (free drinks from 5-7).

We flew yesterday in from Joberg which is distinctly unlovely, as is very well known. We hopped on the plane at Joberg, and an obviously kiwi guy sat down beside us in the back row. "Planes aren't getting any bigger", he said. "Here for the cricket?," I asked. "Yep, I'm commentating". It was DK Morrison, former fast bowler and holder (for now) of the NZ record for ducks.

We had a good chat over the noise of the ancient Boeing 737-200 and I got about 8 years worth of gossip in a 80 min flight, and at the end Danny had us sorted for tickets which I have just picked up. Our tickets are, appropriately, in the Duckpond!

Game starts at 2.30 and it is very, very close(ie, sweaty) weather.

Go the BlackCaps! Their performance has improved 100% over each of the last 4 games, and this time they may even win!

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[lamlee]

Joburg
its burg (meaning town/city) not berg (meaning mountain)