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·australia
·2 hours ago
Boy sparks family crisis by using valuable heirloom cricket bat
A boy inadvertently used his family's only heirloom cricket bat during a backyard game, triggering a family crisis. The bat, signed by cricket legends including Don Bradman, is now displayed in a glass case. Its value was later assessed, reflecting its significant historical importance within the family's heritage.
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Published 02 Jul 2026, 06:35 UTC · Updated 02 Jul 2026, 06:40 UTC
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