But this year's tournament returns to India, where it was won in its inaugural year by the unfancied Rajasthan Royals.

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In its inaugural year, more than 4, 500 pints of beer and 800 pints of cider and perry were served during the three-day Camra Real Ale Festival in Douglas.

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But securing a World Series appearance guarantees at least seven postseason home games, pretty much ensuring that the club will turn a profit in the inaugural year of its expensive new crib.

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Setting off from Athens, Greece in January next year, the Scholar Ship will visit eight countries during its inaugural 16-week voyage.

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