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Q: Who is the fastest bowler you’ve ever faced in a game of cricket?
A: Fastest for me was Richard McCarthy who played for North Melbourne in the 80s and 90s and a few games for Victoria. Batting in my regulation no 11 position (some said this was still to high) and coming in at 9/50ish on a wicket with a wet spot on a good length and Richard already having 7 fa I must say i wasn't disappointed to nick one to slip after a couple of overs and becoming his 8th victim of the day.
The other bloke was someone no one will know as it was in D grade local cricket. His name was Ian Whitby. As an 11 year old i somehow talked our 3rds captain into letting me bat at number 4. Whit didnt have the most classical action and most balls he dragged down short.
As an 11 yr old, no helmets in those days, no thigh pad and kids standard equipment i was absolutely terrified. Faced him about 10 years later and he wasnt to quick at all, but as an 11 yr old it was terrifying. Its all relative i guess
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