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For what was Bradman considered a hero?
In 1930-31, against the first West Indian side to visit Australia, Bradman's scoring was more sedate than in England--although he did make 223 in 297 minutes.
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However, he scored quickly in a very successful sequence of innings against the South Africans in the Australian summer of 1931-32.
Did he have any injuries during this time period?
During this phase of his career, his youth and natural fitness allowed him to adopt a "machine-like" approach to batting.
Did he win any awards for his accomplishments?
He had played 18 innings, scoring 10 centuries, six of which had extended beyond 200.
His overall scoring rate was 42 runs per hour, with 856.
Did he think about retiring from cricket?
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Question: Was he always considered a hero?
Self-contained rewrite: Was Don Bradman always considered a hero?