Russell Crowe drops by Cornwall Park
Russell Crowe made a poignant tribute to his late cousin Martin by visiting the club where he developed into New Zealand's greatest batsman.
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Lorraine Downes' heartfelt message
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The James Bond of NZ cricket
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