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Cricket's other Stumpy was gutsy

Cricket lovers will get more familiar with Stumpy, the mascot as the World Cup rolls on. For those, who don't know much about Stumpy, it's the elephant who has the below characteristics according to tournament organisers International Cricket Council

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Cricket lovers will get more familiar with Stumpy, the mascot as the World Cup rolls on. For those, who don't know much about Stumpy, it's the elephant who has the below characteristics according to tournament organisers International Cricket Council: "Young, enthusiastic and determined; thinks cricket is the most fun game in the world; loves playing street cricketu00a0-- would play 24/7 if he could; worships cricket heroes, their technique, skill and character etc."

Former Australian opening batsman Bruce Laird was nicknamed Stumpy for his nature and stature.
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