| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Excellent; superb | The Times Concise | 11 Jan 2022 |
| First rate | The Times Concise | 04 Aug 2021 |
| To surpass Nick is superb | ||
| Excellent spinner cut | ||
| Leading score is excellent | ||
| Excellent work with recollection of hundred bagged by test cricket's hardworking openers | ||
| Uppermost incision in wood of best quality | ||
| First-rate crack | ||
| Superb bun picked up when out of cash | ||
| In good nick? Excellent |