Surrey born 'giraffe' O'Rourke ready to take on England

Surrey-born 'giraffe' O'Rourke ready to take on England

Will O'Rourke was born in Surrey, has an action like a "newborn giraffe" and has made an impression in Test cricket. Now he is set to take on England.

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