Grandma makes international debut

A grandmother of three, Sally Barton has become the oldest ever international cricketer as she made her debut for Gibraltar at the grand old age of 66.
Barton told BBC Sport: “I never thought I would play international cricket in my sixties, but it goes to show that you should not let anyone tell you it is time to stop playing sport.”
Barton added: “I might not be as fast as I used to be, but my endurance and everything is still there.”
Asked about the secret of her longevity, Barton revealed: “Two squares of dark chocolate. I think it’s good for the brain, good for the heart and keeps the w...

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