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Ricky Ponting is excited about guiding the Australian team's transition and has no plans to cut short his career
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Ricky PontingRicky Ponting
Born December 19, 1974
Nickname Punter
Playing role Middle order batsman
Batting style Right-hand bat
Bowling style Right-arm medium
Height 1.78 m
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