Steyn was helped by two generous lbw decisions from English umpire Mark Benson, who adjudged Lou Vincent and Stephen Fleming out despite evidence to the contrary.

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They handed seam bowler Mark Gillespie his debut and batsman Lou Vincent returned to lend some experience to the batting order.

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Bluebirds fan Lord Kinnock hosted the party, which was attended by owner Vincent Tan, manager Malky Mackay and captain Mark Hudson.

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