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Record number of Kiwis set to play in Women's Big Bash League

December 7, 2017

Amy Satterwaite and Suzie Bates will captain two of the eight teams in the competition. (Source: Other)

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Golf tournament raises funds and the spirits of the former Black Cap as he battles aggressive brain cancer.

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