In this reflective piece, an unnamed cricketer recounts his best Christmas during the 2015 tour of South Africa. After recovering from an injury, he was excited to play in the Boxing Day Test, feeling supported by his coach, Trevor Bayliss. Celebrating Christmas in Durban away from family, he shares his experience of camaraderie with teammates and the unique challenges of being a sportsman during the festive season. Despite the pressures of competition and the nerves of bowling to top players, the joy of the game remains the focus during this special time.

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