PERTH: Anrich Nortje is the archetypal smiling assassin. Even on the long flight from Sydney to Perth, the South Africa pacer seemed his usual energetic self. He was the same after a gruelling practice session the following day.
Nortje, of course, is that rare breed of pace bowler whose physiology, action and fitness standards permit bowling in excess of 150-plus on a consistent basis. There are, however, caveats: proper rest and recovery.
