They're back. They are not banned. And they are sure to take plenty of attention away from our cricketers during the Test and one-dayers in Sydney.

Beer wenches. They were a topic of hot debate at last summer's Sydney Test and are sure to create a storm again when cricket's one-day circus hits town on January 11. They may even make their presence felt during Steve Waugh's farewell Test.

For those who missed the phenomenon, scantily clad girls are hired for $65 an hour to wait hand and foot on groups of thirsty fans, allowing them to enjoy the cricket.

Then, for an extra fee the wenches, or another girl from the same company, would do a private strip away from the ground for those fans who had had their fill of sun, drink and cricket. Full Story...