Tasmania holds on

With the aid of some rigid captaincy from Victoria’s Paul Reiffel, Michael Di Venuto (62*) and Scott Kremerskothen (41) have rescued Tasmania fromembarrassment on day two of their Pura Cup clash at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.A ninety-six run partnership between the pair has salvaged the Tigers after their first five wickets fell for just twenty runs.At stumps, the visitors are still 188 behind Victoria’s first innings total with Di Venuto and Sean Clingeleffer (7*) at the crease.Joined after Shaun Young’s (0) dismissal at seven minutes past two, the pair worked hard to rebuild the Tigers’ innings, staying together for three hours and nineteenminutes. Knowing another wicket could finish their innings well inside the hundred-run mark, the two left handers took their time and batted to stay in rather thancompile runs.Their slow and steady approach frustrated bowlers and spectators alike, with the morning’s strong crowd full of cheering schoolchildren giving way to just a handfulof purists by the end of the day. Their scoring rate of less than two runs an over – at one stage thirty-one deliveries went by without a single run – was tedious to saythe least. Still they soldiered on, with chants of “boring, boring” ringing in their ears.Victorian captain Paul Reiffel did not seem too interested in effecting a succession of bowling changes, retaining faith in Ian Harvey (1/25) and off-spinner JohnDavison () rather than introducing occasional bowlers such as Clinton Peake or Brad Hodge to perhaps break the Tasmanians’ concentration and add a bit of spiceto the proceedings.Although devoid of flair and excitement, the partnership did get the job done for the Tasmanians, who would have been happy to watch an alliance ticking intodouble figures, especially after they had lost three wickets for just one run at the head of their innings.Di Venuto was well rewarded for his patience with a half century which included four boundaries and took 176 balls. All-rounder Kremerskothen was not as lucky,falling lbw to Harvey for forty-one. His innings included four boundaries and lasted 141 deliveries.Harvey nearly claimed another wicket from the very next ball, with wicketkeeper-batsman Clingeleffer appearing fortunate to survive a strong lbw appeal.Having lost opener Dene Hills (0) in the fourth over of the day, the Tigers fell into a hole – four batsmen returning to the pavilion with ducks beside their names.Reiffel (2/22) and young left-armer Mathew Inness (3/19) were the main destroyers, with the pair taking all but one of the day’s wickets.Fresh from his Australia ‘A’ experience against the West Indies last week, the red-haired Inness was in fine form – bowling with typical accuracy and consistency.Reiffel, at the other end, did much the same and the pair had a stranglehold on the Tigers for their forty-one overs.After a rush of dismissals on either side of the lunch break, Victoria failed to drive home the advantage in the second half of the final session. However, given that itstill leads by 188 runs, the home team looks certain to capture first innings points tomorrow morning.Earlier today, the Victorian tail wagged to its heart’s content, with Davison (33) starring in a quickfire fifty-one run partnership with Reiffel (23). Althoughunimpressive with the ball, Davison shone with the bat, smashing four boundaries in his thirty-two minute innings.Controversially selected for this match over talented all-rounder Ben Oliver, Davison was eager to make an impact and ended up doing better than his moreestablished teammates such as Jason Arnberger (0) and Ian Harvey (15).An unbeaten eleven runs from fast bowler Mick Lewis also helped, taking Victoria from yesterday’s 6/250 to a healthy 322.

Liverpool targeting PSV star Cody Gakpo

Jurgen Klopp will be aware that just around the corner could be  one of the biggest crisis he will have to face during his time as Liverpool manager, as both Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah’s contracts are set to expire at the end of next season.

The signing of Luis Diaz from Porto in the January transfer window hinted that the Reds are looking to prepare for the future by signing younger forwards than the aforementioned duo, with enough talent to immediately come in and stake a claim for the first team.

However, this summer could see them lose their star men a year ahead of schedule if they prefer to earn a transfer fee, and with interest building in them, Liverpool look likely to bolster their attack at the end of this season.

What’s the news?

Last week, the Daily Mail reported that Liverpool, as well as Arsenal, Barcelona and Bayern Munich, were interested in acquiring Cody Gakpo from PSV this summer.

Since then, two unnamed Premier League teams have registered “concrete interest” as reported by Dutch news outlet Eindhovens Dagblad, and it’s believed that the Reds could be one of the clubs.

According to the Athletic, Gakpo has an understanding with PSV, that if a suitable offer is made, he can discuss terms with a new club.

Future replacement for Mane?

A goalscoring left-winger, Gakpo has scored the same amount of goals for club and country in all competitions this season as Mane (17), but also managing 14 assists – 11 more than the Senegalese star.

Averaging a 7.58 match rating in the Eredivisie, only Ajax duo Dusan Tadic (7.81) and Lisandro Martinez (7.61), as well as Feyenoord playmaker Orkun Kokcu (7.62), have managed a higher total in the league, while he is currently clear of the rest of his teammates.

Completing three dribbles, three key passes, three shots and 1.9 crosses per game, he has become a key figure in the PSV team, earning praise from the likes of former Netherlands international Theo Janssen in recent months.

“That boy has everything,” Janssen said. “Fine feeling for the ball, a good through ball, dribbles and is strong between the lines.

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“I really enjoy watching him. He is going to be an important player for the Oranje squad. He is ready to be in the base of the Oranje squad.”

Rated at £22.5m by Transfermarkt, the 22-year-old would be a smart signing for Klopp and Liverpool, and his significant output in the final third could ensure he becomes a key player for the Reds too.

In other news: FSG must seal Liverpool deal for “scary” £41m star, he can be Klopp’s “game-winner”

Cluttered star minds can't confuse bowling spirit

Only Michael Clarke was able to harness the tunnel-vision and work through the troubles on a deceptive pitch © Getty Images
 

The last time India toured Australia John Buchanan was irritated his team was distracted by “deal-making and sponsors” and slipped a harsh letter under each of the players’ doors. It might be time Tim Nielsen, the new coach, devised a similar ploy for his big-name batsmen who have been dug out twice by the fantastic performances of the low-key bowlers.Matthew Hayden, Andrew Symonds and Ricky Ponting are struggling and if it was not for the men at the bottom of the order the team would be at the foot of the tri-series instead of the top. The bowlers deserve buckets of praise and could be forgiven for writing to the batsmen asking them to lift their standards.A copy of Buchanan’s note was posted under the wrong door in 2003 and soon the world knew of Australia’s internal conversations, which ranged from “deal-making” and “sponsors” to “Tugga’s farewell to Adelaide”. Replace Steve Waugh’s nickname with Adam Gilchrist’s and not much has changed in more than four years. It’s not too hard to imagine how the same groups of issues could lead to clutter in the minds of Twenty20’s most wanted.The senior players on the Indian Premier League’s wish-list are contemplating a huge increase in their bank balances and not-so-secretly wishing next month’s Pakistan series is cancelled due to security issues. That way they could cash-in on Twenty20 instead of representing their country and fulfilling obligations that have been planned since before the birth of the game’s new format.Gilchrist’s emotional, country-wide farewell has added to the distractions, just like Waugh’s did, and the upshot is below-par batting and fielding. A century to Gilchrist and excellent returns from the back-up bowlers covered up the sloppiness in Perth on Friday, and James Hopes, Nathan Bracken and Mitchell Johnson did it again in Adelaide when they operated without the resting Brett Lee. Michael Clarke’s 79 also helped mask the severe problems as the team scrambled to 9 for 203, which was 50 too many for India.At the toss Ponting spoke of the need for the top batsmen to start contributing, but they flopped again. Ponting and Symonds have been heavily involved in finding reasons why the Australians should be allowed to join the IPL in April. While they have been looking to India their form has disappeared, and Hayden has joined the drought. In five games Symonds has 38 runs and Ponting 53; Hayden has fared slightly better with 84 in four.Even before the current issues Ponting was busy with the Harbhajan Singh trials and suffered with a lower-back injury at the conclusion of the Test series. If he wasn’t so interested in spending potential downtime in India he could justify having a mid-series rest. The most glaring example of Ponting’s lack of focus was an attempted slog-sweep off Munaf Patel, a shot he would never consider with a clear mind, and especially not when he was on 5.India bowled well but most of Australia’s batsmen let themselves down. Ponting cut straight to point, Hayden edged playing too close to his body, Symonds glided to gully and Michael Hussey was frustrated into driving at a wide outswinger. Only Clarke was able to harness the tunnel-vision and work through the troubles on a deceptive pitch.A similar strong attitude was carried by the bowlers, who are quite a few rungs down the celebrity pole than the run-makers. Hopes was incredibly tight and deserved his two wickets, Bracken was just as suffocating and Johnson and Brad Hogg collected important breakthroughs. They played with the love and excitement of people who would not swap their spots for any amount of US dollars.In the field Australia were below their best again, missing balls, giving away overthrows and failing to grasp another slips catch. The distractions are obvious but they managed to succeed in gaining another bonus point. They really operate as a team, covering the weaknesses amid all the disruptions, but the bowlers know they are owed. Letters for the batsmen may arrive from a couple of sources.

Compton extends England lead

ScorecardNick Compton continued his fine form with a grafting 92 to hand England A a 99-run lead on the third day against Bangladesh A at Bogra.Saghir Hossain added a further 17 to his overnight 30 to become Stuart Broad’s fourth wicket while his partner, Enamul Haque jnr – with whom Hossain added 66 for the ninth wicket – fell for a gutsy 24.England’s reply started shakily, however, with Will Jefferson falling for 13, Michael Yardy run out for just a single before Michael Carberry was trapped leg-before by Nadif Chowdhury. Meanwhile, Compton was resolute and, with Matt Prior, began to build England’s lead with a fourth-wicket stand of 74. Shortly after Compton passed his 99-ball fifty, Prior was caught in the deep, but Steven Davies helped add a further 56 for the fifth wicket.Eyeing his hundred, and eyeing a reverse-sweep off Mehrab Hossain, he was bowled for 92 as England’s lead nudged up towards 100.”Scoring was difficult,” he told PA. “I think everyone found that. That [reverse sweep] is a shot you play when runs are needed. Like others you play in that position, there’s an element of risk, but it can be useful. Overall, I’ve got to be pleased with my own performance and all the batters [sic].”With Adil Rashid and Stuart Broad at the crease tomorrow morning, England still have time to build a substantial lead. But with the first day washed out, time is of the essence.”I think the players have done superbly to put themselves in a winning position in a Test match after four sessions of play having lost the first day completely,” Peter Moores, the England A coach, said. “This is not dissimilar to the position in the first Test and we’ll go about day four in the same positive fashion.”

Zimbabwe v Kenya – A brief history

Zimbabwe v Kenya ODI records

Ravi Shah jumps into the arms of team-mate Collins Obuya after Heath Streak was caught for a duck when Kenya played Zimbabwe in the 2003 World Cup © Cricinfo

Zimbabwe’s elevation to Full Member status inside the ICC in 1992 brought a second African country into mainstream international cricket, and their initial success raised hopes that more would join them. Kenya, who had been languishing in the twilight zone of the game when Zimbabwe first played a Test, gradually worked their way through the system, so much so that by the turn of the century they were widely being touted as the next most likely country to follow Bangladesh. That that never happened owes much to several years of internal bickering and mismanagement. But Kenya’s stagnation and ultimate downgrading in 2005 (when they lost their unique ODI member status) was not helped by the rapid decline in Zimbabwe’s fortunes from the early part of the decade.The two met 11 times in the 1990s, with Zimbabwe winning every time. That was only to be expected as Zimbabwe were at their zenith while Kenya were slowly building the side that was to reach the 2003 World Cup semi-finals. Their first official meeting (they had previously crossed paths in tournaments such as the ICC Trophy) came in the 1996 World Cup when Zimbabwe won by five wickets (Kenya’s moment of glory came two days later when they beat West Indies), and they again met in the 1999 tournament when the outcome was the same. In between Kenya took part in two triangular series involving Bangladesh and Zimbabwe, losing all seven games against the latter.In 2002-03 Zimbabwe hosted Kenya for the first time in a three-match series ahead of the World Cup, which Zimbabwe won 2-0 (the third match was washed out). The two sides met again in the 2003 World Cup after both had, remarkably – and aided by points awarded after countries refused to visit Nairobi or Harare on safety grounds – progressed to the Super Six stage. It was Kenya, at the 12th time of asking, who won the game by seven wickets with more than 23 overs to spare. But Zimbabwe were a side in crisis, with serious divisions following the Andy Flower/Henry Olonga black-armband protest earlier in the tournament.Zimbabwe won the most recent meeting between the two, a rather hastily-arranged tournament in Sharjah days after the World Cup finished. That time it was the Kenyans who were in disarray, only participating at the last minute after a dispute over money owed from the World Cup. That row was to eventually lead to an all-out strike in 2004.With Zimbabwe in Test isolation, Kenya were invited for a five-ODI tour in early 2006 and with little time to acclimitise, they were well beaten in the first ODI. Kenya bounced back to win the next two matches, Zimbabwe crashing to 69 all out chasing 134 in the third game, but the series was levelled thanks to a much-improved display from the hosts, setting up a decider which was rained off. The standard was not high, the media coverage almost non existent, and all that the series confirmed was that the two teams would struggle at the following year’s World Cup.Kenya continued to try to set up matches with Zimbabwe but, amid rumours that Zimbabwe Cricket were not prepared to risk losing to an Associate, their approaches were consistently stalled. The teams did not meet again until October 2008, two-and-a-half years later, when, in a rain-blighted triangular series, Kenya confirmed Zimbabwe’s fears by beating them in the only game which avoided the deluges.

Mbangwa quits to concentrate on commentary

Pommie Mbangwa: heading to South Africa© Getty Images

A report in the Sunday News claims that Pommie Mbangwa has retired from playing and coaching to concentrate on his career as a commentator. It is expected that he will sign a new deal with South African broadcaster Supersport.Ahmet Esat, chairman of the Matabeleland Cricket Association, confirmed that Mbangwa resigned as Matabeleland’s provincial coach last week and added that he was already in South Africa."Obviously, we are disappointed as a board that he has left at such short notice," Esat told the newspaper. "There weren’t even signs that he would quit and it has derailed our provincial’s side preparations for the Logan Cup. It is late to appoint someone."Mbangwa had been criticised in some quarters for his commitment to his coaching role as his increasing commentary duties had meant that he was increasingly absent. "There were worries on his commitment to his job as Matabeleland coach as he spent most of the time outside the country," Esat explained. "We actually wanted to discuss the issue with him but he resigned."Mbangwa played 15 Tests between 1996 and 2000, taking 32 wickets, and also made 29 ODI appearances where his 11 wickets cost 103 each. His form of late in domestic matches had been very ordinary.

North rallies to sink Tasmania

Western Australia 7 for 197 (North 75*, Griffith 3-40) beat Tasmania 9 for 193 (Watson 63, Harvey 3-49) by three wickets
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Shaun Marsh dives in an unsuccessful attempt to pull off a spectacular catch
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An unbeaten 75 in 96 balls from Marcus North helped guide Western Australia to a tense three-wicket win over Tasmania at Perth, a result which means that Western Australia leapfrog New South Wales to head the ING standings, while Tasmania’s fourth straight defeat effectively ends their one-day ambitions for the summer.WA looked set for an easy win when they restricted Tasmania to 9 for 193 and then cruised to 1 for 82, but the dismissal of Ryan Campbell for 42 (82 for 2) triggered a mini collapse during which four wickets fell for 38 runs. Then North was joined by Brad Hogg and the pair put on a crucial 68 runs for the sixth wicket. By the time Hogg fell for 26 the game was as good as over, but the margin of victory was further reduced when Kade Harvey tried to end the match in style but was caught behind for 0.Earlier, forgotten Australian allrounder Shane Watson’s stubborn 63 off 90 balls minutes on a lively WACA pitch helped Tasmania to respectability, and even though the wicket had a strong tinge of green, their score was always going to be hard to defend.Wicketkeeper Sean Clingeleffer (48 off 80 balls) provided a handy foil to Watson’s innings, but Tasmania were tamed by a well-disciplined WA attack with allrounder Kade Harvey (3 for 49) taking three wickets in four balls near the death.The rot set in quickly for the Tasmanians with openers Michael Dighton (6) and Michael Di Venuto (10) dismissed in the first four overs. Jamie Cox fell for 7 soon after a 45-minute break for rain before Watson and Daniel Marsh (22) mounted a fightback of sorts. However, Hogg deceived Marsh before Watson and Clingeleffer put on 70 for the sixth wicket.

Bance puts Baddesley back in the frame

North Baddesley are firmly back in the title race following their comprehensive thrashing of fellow contenders Lymington. Written off just a week ago following their defeat against Bashley, Baddesley are just one of four teams still in with a chance of winning the New Forest Indoor Cricket League as the season reaches an exciting climax.Lymington recalled self-confessed slogger Peter Tapper to the team, but his inclusion made little difference as North Baddesley gave Lymo a harsh lesson in the art of indoor batting. With Jon Bance in unstoppable form Baddesley rattled up 141 for 4. His unbeaten 64 contained just two boundaries, emphasising the quality of his running between the wickets.Andrew Williams also chipped in with 28 not out, while Tapper took two wickets amidst all the carnage. Tapper’s early retirement gave Lymington hope, but they were always behind the clock and despite Matt Molloy’s spirited 35, they were bowled out in the eleventh over for 102.The win leaves Baddesley on the same number of points as second placed Lymington, but they remain one place below them courtesy of conceding more runs.Current champions Bashley remain top of the table – for the time being – despite completing their fixtures with a defeat at the hands of Cadnam. Neil Taylor was dropped four times on his way to 60 not out, but Cadnam still managed to restrict Bash to 106 for 5.Cadnam took less than ten overs to record a four wicket victory with Paul Kerley and Mike Caffyn both unbeaten on 25.The win leaves Cadnam rueing the two points that they recently had deducted for failing to supply a duty person – an oversight that may have cost them a chance of the title. Bashley, meanwhile, must rely on the three teams below them all losing their final matches in order to retain their title.New Milton could be the dark horses for the trophy as they hammered Burley by 66 runs. Highly rated Hampshire prospect David Wheeler amassed a classy 41 not out and Steve Taylor slogged an unbeaten 39 as Milton compiled up a huge 171 for 4 (Mark Randall-Turner 2-44).Burley’s Paul Yates may want to forget his final over which was flayed for 30 runs by the rampant Milton batsmen. Andy Snellgrove then continued his good season with 2 for 17 as Burley replied with 105 for 5.Cadnam Seconds clinched the Division Two title with a five wicket victory over their nearest rivals Godshill. Alan Northway (33) made the only score of note as Godshill were dismissed for 98. Paul Jewar (27no), Robert Jurd (25no) and Neil Garvey (26no) batted sensibly to ease Cadnam home with nine balls to spare.Lymington Seconds remain bottom of Division Two following their high scoring defeat against Pylewell Park. Tony Thorp struck a venomous 56 not out and Alan Spencer compiled a rather more sedate unbeaten 38 as Lymington totalled a creditable 136 for 4.Pylewell recovered from the early shock of losing Chris Todd and Trevor Mapes to rebuild through Steve Gates (38) and Pete Sturmey (35no). And with just one wicket remaining it was the wily old Sturmey who guided his team to an impressive victory by smashing a six off the fourth ball of the final over.Pylewell Seconds also recorded a good victory to keep them on course for promotion from Division Three. The Royan family once again shone with Uncle John scoring 26 not out, and nephew Wayne notching up an unbeaten 25 as Pylewell reached 127 for 2.Pennington had no answer to some tight Pylewell bowling and only Roger Porter (25no) looked in form as they were held to 79 for 3 in reply.

Zimbabwe thrive as Flower blossoms in Indian conditions

There are days when a batsman stands tall and plays well outside hisperceived ability. There are days when a team revels in distinguishedmediocrity when things aren’t going their way. There are days when anunlikely pair come together and defy all odds. Today was one of thosedays. Andy Flower was that peerless batsman, Henry Olonga his partnerand India the hapless side at the receiving end. Andy Flower’smarathon unbeaten 183 put Zimbabwe in a strong position at the end ofthe second day’s play at the Feroz Shah Kotla. The visitors amassed422/9 before declaring and putting pressure on India.Resuming on a less than inspiring 232/5, Zimbabwe would never haveimagined that they would be in a position to declare after puttingover four hundred runs on the board. As it happened, the Indian team’sinability to deliver at crucial times helped Zimbabwe do this andmore. Javagal Srinath once again gave India a breakthrough early inthe day. Removing Heath Streak before he could add to his overnightscore of 25, Srinath opened the door for the spinners. The spinnershowever, had no idea what to do, once this door was opened for them.At 325/9 Zimbabwe were on the ropes. Or so we thought. Henry Olonga isa rather unpredictable man. When he’s bowling, he’s troublesome -either for the opposition batsmen or for his captain. Today, theIndians would not have minded facing up to Olonga at his quick best.The sight of him occupying the crease for 90 balls was something theIndians would badly like to have avoided. To achieve that however, youneed bowlers. Sourav Ganguly’s decision to go into this match withonly four bowlers was widely criticised. The way things have pannedout, justifiably so it seems. Having opted to go with just the fourbowlers, Ganguly’s reluctance to hand the ball to Murali Kartik isanother situation that needs to be addressed. And fast, if India wantto go at the Zimbabweans with a serious thought of winning.The visitors’ attitude in this regard is beyond doubt. When AndyFlower was a mere 17 runs from reaching what would have been amemorable double hundred. If Heath Streak harboured any thoughts ofbatting on till Andy Flower notched up his double ton, those thoughtscertainly did not get in the way. At 422/9 Zimbabwe spared the Indiansa further drudgery and declared their innings closed. Not before AndyFlower had given the Indians a lesson in batsmanship in their ownbackyard. Applying himself immaculately, Flower cornered the Indianbowling. Milking them for timely singles and twos, Andy Flower brokethe monotony by striking boundaries at will. Whether it was pullingthe fast bowlers, or sweeping the spinners, Andy Flower was always incontrol. The day clearly belonged to him, and therein to Zimbabwe.When India played Bangladesh in last month, they managed to concede400 runs in the first innings. Snide remarks abounded at how Indianarrowly missed the ignominy of allowing Bangladesh to declare theirinnings. There was no such escape this time. The Flower-Olonga combineadded an unbeaten 97 runs for the last wicket. Heath Streak once againrefused a chance to make history. If the pair had been allowed tocontinue on, and add another three runs, it would have been only thesecond time India would have conceded three figures to the last pair.Statistics and records clearly don’t interest the Zimbabwean captain.Pressing on for a win was clearly high on Streak’s list of priorities.Sending down seven overs to Sadagoppan Ramesh and Shiv Sunder Das, theZimbabweans tried hard for early breakthroughs. Fortunately for Indiathere was no further damage and they went through to stumps at 9 forno loss. Still 413 behind, India will have to do something veryspecial to regain the initiative.

West Ham prepare fresh Nunez bid

As per Calciomercato, there has been a seismic update on West Ham United’s transfer plans involving a familiar name in Benfica striker Darwin Nunez.

The Lowdown: Hammers fail in late move…

During the final stretches of the January transfer window, manager David Moyes and recruitment chief Rob Newman scrambled for signings with record-breaking late bids being lodged.

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Nunez was allegedly one of them with West Ham making a last-gasp €48 million (£40m) offer for his services, but to no avail, as it wasn’t enough to sway the Portuguese giants into selling.

However, as per Calciomercato, it appears GSB aren’t going to give up and are eyeing a return in the summer window.

The Latest: GSB preparing bid…

According to the Italian news source, West Ham and the club’s owners by extension are ‘ready to relaunch the rejected proposal’ with Atletico Madrid and Newcastle United also plotting a move.

They add that ‘everyone is crazy about’ the 22-year-old as he attracts serious interest from both the Premier League and La Liga.

The Verdict: Come back again?

It could take a huge bid to convince Benfica to sell their gem, as evidenced by the fact they have already turned down a big West Ham proposal this year.

However, Nunez may be worth the effort going by his scintillating 20 goals and two assists in 22 Liga NOS appearances this season alone.

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Called one of the ‘big name’ players to watch this summer by Fabrizio Romano, it will certainly be interesting to see if West Ham are successful in their attempts this time for the man who dumped Ajax out of the Champions League on Tuesday.

In other news: West Ham in pole position to sign ‘magnificent’ player who’s perfect for Moyes, find out more here.

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