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Cricket nicknames: What is Glenn McGrath's famous nickname? Context: Australian fast bowler Glenn McGrath's moniker is a staple of cricket trivia. Choose the correct nickname.

Difficulty: Easy

Pigeon
Dizzy
Tugga
Pup
Gilly

Correct Answer: Pigeon

Explanation:

Given data

Subject: Glenn McGrath (Australia), legendary fast bowler.

Approach
Recall the widely used nickname during his playing days.

Identification
Pigeon is McGrath's well-known nickname.

Eliminations
"Dizzy" = Jason Gillespie; "Tugga" = Steve Waugh; "Pup" = Michael Clarke; "Gilly" = Adam Gilchrist.

Final Answer
Pigeon

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