Ricky Ponting, famously nicknamed ‘Punter’, earned this moniker due to his enthusiasm for betting on horse races and greyhounds. Shane Warne popularized the nickname, which reflected Ponting’s risk-taking approach in cricket. It became a lasting symbol of his competitive spirit and willingness to take chances both on and off the field.
The story behind Australian great Ricky Ponting’s nickname ‘Punter’
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