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Last Updated: Thursday, 21 September 2006, 09:05 GMT 10:05 UK

Ashes Legends XI - Harold Larwood
Larwood in his Nottinghamshire cap and blazer
Larwood is inextricably linked with the 'Bodyline' tour but the Englishman was a Test bowler of the highest quality.

His searing pace was a threat in all conditions and in 1932/33 captain Douglas Jardine saw the perfect intimidatory weapon for the strategy of fast leg-side bowling.

He took 33 wickets in the series but injuries to Bill Woodfull and Bert Oldfield from short-pitched deliveries in Adelaide inflamed the public and authorities alike.

On his return to England, Larwood was told to sign a letter of apology. The scapegoat refused and never played another Test.



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