His average slumped early in his careerIt took him over 10 years to reach his first century, but after that he was in tremendous form and quickly moved to the head of the rankings. His immense career total is a testament to the determination of the English spirit, and a model to young people that if you never give up you can acheive the pinnacle of your field
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