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Archived Posts => Archive => Ashes 2010 => Topic started by: golders on November 16, 2010, 09:52:11 PM
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Is this being shown on Sky?
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http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12943,00.html
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Yes, coverage starts at 11pm on SS1
i am warming up with hong kong sixes on SS3!
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hope you remembered the kleenex ;)
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I'll give it to 1am. Thanks.
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HOpefully Australia A bat 1st, want to see Phillip Hughes bat and Tremlett and the Montster bowl!
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ill watch it for an hour or so i think! :D
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I want to watch it but my bed is calling!! :(
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48-3. Really good start from England. Shahzad and Bresnan in particular looking excellent.
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4 down, Cowan gone. Monty has just pulled off an amazing catch!
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What a ripper Monty. One handed diving to his right. Terrific stuff. Pitch not doing as much as the commentators are making out.
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pitch is doing loads, what game are you watching?! credit to england they've asked the question and bowled well but its a bowlers paradise! 5 down, captain white gone.
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There's a little bit of swing, a little bit of seam movement, but it's pretty slow. Wouldn't call it a bowler's paradise by any means. Bowlers are just hitting some very good areas.
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Saw bit of this match at the start in HD.
Is this being shown on Sky?
Yes its been shown on sky sports 1 SD and also available in HD.
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Just seen Montys catch, you think he has been buddied with Colly? Also love the alternative views on how the pitch is playing
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well done tremlett!!!
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Where can you watch highlights?
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was a great catch but im sure we'l see better during the course of the series........
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Quality catch! These commentators are morons. Shahzad bowled seaming deliveries, Mark Nicholas decided they were off and leg cutters. Idiot.
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Where can you watch highlights?
I don't have sky (as they usually show highlights), however highlights of most cricket matches on tv are on here - http://www.cricketonlinetv.com/ (http://www.cricketonlinetv.com/)
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I love the aussie ignite gear that khawaja was using, the pads looked very nice. Any UK equivalent?
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I managed to last until around 3am this morning, drifted of a couple times.
Montys catch was unreal!
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http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xfnvzz_monty-s-catch_sport
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very nice catch! best ive seen tho was collingwoods
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I think it's just the fact it's Monty, who seems to have caught more than a cold for once.
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Just seen this - even the Aussie Brewery's think we will win the Ashes...
Free beer for every Aussie if Ashes are won
History imbues the Ashes with the sort of significance that goes beyond words. Pride, adulation and a place in cricketing folklore await great Ashes performances but VB Beer have added a further incentive for Australia. Under the "Shout the nation" commitment, if Australia win back the urn from England over the next two months, free coupons for the beer will be printed in newspapers at the conclusion of the final Test on January 8. Feeding 13 million Aussies a free beer would cost the company AUS$20 million at retail prices which makes this seem more like a bet against the hosts than a patriotic promise but if Ricky Ponting is celebrating at the end of the series it could be quite an after party.
http://blogs.espncricinfo.com/thebuzz/archives/2010/11/pontings_men_get_spiritual_inc.php
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Contemplating a 3-4 hour session tonight, got myself a couple of cans and with no work untill 2pm tomorrow afternoon I may aswell make the most out of the televised cricket! Also got to rearrange my sleeping pattern in preparation for the next 2 months!
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I reckon there was more movement in the first 2 hours than i have seen in an international deck all year. not taking away from the bowlers at all. but white, kawaja, hughes, ferguson all got balls that nibbled around! Hope england can make something of it tonight!
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I reckon there was more movement in the first 2 hours than i have seen in an international deck all year. not taking away from the bowlers at all. but white, kawaja, hughes, ferguson all got balls that nibbled around! Hope england can make something of it tonight!
Ferguson shouldn't have been given out really, top ball but bad umpiring...
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so who is stopping up i'm with ian a few cans and a decent stint due to day off tommorrow
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so who is stopping up i'm with ian a few cans and a decent stint due to day off tommorrow
Sounds good roco, shame about the F***ing rain!!!
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Sounds good roco, shame about the F***ing rain!!!
great british weather i think lo all seems better with a few beers i'm sure you would agree
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True... Hopefully they'll show some decent highlights or something!
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that or more of athers talking lol
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Haha, looks like it's clearing up a bit so fingers crossed!
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covers off lets go
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WOOOO!!
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hoping kp gets in and dominates plus after picking up trotts bat at gm he should get runs with it
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Does anyone know how long the start is delayed for?
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start at 1150 our time
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Thanks mate. Was following on cricinfo but watching sky now
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Well impressed they are showing the tour game.
Still up then Roco mate? do you know what time tee off is next weds night then? I know coverage starts at 11pm
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Still up then Roco mate? do you know what time tee off is next weds night then? I know coverage starts at 11pm
prob 1130 and of course still up cheek not that old yet
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Only kiddin fella. Lovin that the convicts have been getting no runs and the press are turning on them. How Hussey is still in that team I have no idea
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past record unless you are something special ie kp you rarely get a debut in an ashes series
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That was my arguement for Morgan starting. But this is a whole other conversation as we know.
Rob Key was right in saying that if this wasn't the Ashes, he would be on the scrap heap by now
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hell yeah but the ashes are something else
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I'm all for Hussey being included. Easy target if you ask me. Can't see the Aussie spirit of old where they dig in and grind it out. I think the technical term is 'f*ucked'
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their time as no.1 has gone the great great wi fell and now have th aussies as the worlds best
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god damn its a little rain it doen't hurt just start we as club cricketers play in it
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What a catch from Monty that was!!
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I reckon Monty's on for a big'un here.........
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McKay overpitches. Monty larrups him over mid off. Beautiful!
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Haha, Panesar is looking in unbelievable touch compared to Cookie!
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Cor - anybody else pull an all nighter? Knackered now, and work is gonna be a bit tricky today, but was a fascinating day's cricket. Trott looked in great touch, but was very late on a pull shot - was a massive no ball though that the umpire missed. Cook struggled a little early doors but was looking in fine fettle by the time he tried to dance down the wicket at O'Keefe. KP was the one enormous letdown of the day, failing to deal with a slow left arm bowler once again.
Terrific partnership from Bell and Colly through the afternoon though. Bell in particular looked in brilliant form. He would appear to have made absolutely sure that there's no chance of Steve Smith playing in the Test series. This could be a massive series form him.
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I only made it to 4am then had to retire knackered. Pleased for Belly though, looks a different class from 2005. Hope he keeps it together. Him and Colly need to perform in this series. Morgan is knocking on their doors. Then again, KP's is getting a bit of a hammering
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Terrific partnership from Bell and Colly through the afternoon though. Bell in particular looked in brilliant form. He would appear to have made absolutely sure that there's no chance of Steve Smith playing in the Test series. This could be a massive series form him.
Big series for Bell in terms of what? He was found out by the Australian dream team and he couldn't find an answer as to how to deal with them? Now he's trying to bash a mediocre Australian side? Bell is an average player at best.
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jeet you love the arguements!!
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jeet you love the arguements!!
No I like keeping things in perspective!
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A lot of players were found out by McGrath and Warne. There is no shame in that. Bell is a very different player from the one that played the 2005 series. Don't forget that he scored 4 50s in the 2006/7 series. He just needs to kick on and turn those starts into hundreds, a feat which he is entirely capable of.
I think he will be the leading scorer on either side in the upcoming series.
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Anyone else having an Ashes party next saturday!?
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Big series for Bell in terms of what? He was found out by the Australian dream team and he couldn't find an answer as to how to deal with them? Now he's trying to bash a mediocre Australian side? Bell is an average player at best.
I strongly disagree.
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A lot of players were found out by McGrath and Warne. There is no shame in that. Bell is a very different player from the one that played the 2005 series. Don't forget that he scored 4 50s in the 2006/7 series. He just needs to kick on and turn those starts into hundreds, a feat which he is entirely capable of.
I think he will be the leading scorer on either side in the upcoming series.
Whether he's leading run score or not, the achievement wouldn't be as special against the current Australian side, like it would've been vs McGrath, Warne, Lee etc. The pinnacle of a players career is to master the best, Bell failed to do this twice, 2005 and 2007-08.
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You can only beat what put in front of you
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You can only beat what put in front of you
Didn't know England had won anything yet....
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Sorry to but in here, But because Bell diden't perform in 2 series, that makes him a bad player? there are a lot of players who diden't perform against Mcgrath and Warne, they were both World class Bowlers!
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Sorry to but in here, But because Bell diden't perform in 2 series, that makes him a bad player? there are a lot of players who diden't perform against Mcgrath and Warne, they were both World class Bowlers!
Most players give 100% against the best, Bell crashed and burnt, he was spineless
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I strongly disagree.
I completely agree with that: I disagree with what you said too, Jeet. Bell is a class player; some of his innings have Been of top quality and great maturity (eg. 40 over final for Warwickshire (107), and vs. Bangladesh (128) over the summer!)
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He was weak mentally but stronger now still a very classy player
Plus never said the won anything being a bit defensive aren't we only saying yes beating a team including warne & McGrath is an achievement bit an ashes win is still sweet no matter who is in the team
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Most players give 100% against the best, Bell crashed and burnt, he was spineless
I just dont think you can judge a player based on Two series..form is temporary, class is permanent..i think bell will shine in this Ashes.
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Hi All,
I am Australian and impartial to the two sides playing, I like to think.
But I do look forward to a good spanking from England as this will give Australian cricket the good shake up it needs which, is long overdue.
The Australian side that will play this Ashes series is ordinary at best and if England can not win the series they will need to take a good long hard look at themselves.
But I feel this England side is a good side, but not that good, it is just that the Australian side is so ordinary that makes England seem better than what they are.
Bell is a good bat and so is Trott but remember what they will be facing!! A pretty ordinary Australian attack.
England to win the Ashes 3-1 but do not under estimate an ordinary Australian side on home soil!!
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I completely agree with that: I disagree with what you said too, Jeet. Bell is a class player; some of his innings have Been of top quality and great maturity (eg. 40 over final for Warwickshire (107), and vs. Bangladesh (128) over the summer!)
So by scoring runs vs Bangladesh that makes you a class player? Jason Gillespie must be one of the best batsmen ever then :o
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I think this is bell's last chance to show england followers he is the player we all hope he would become- he needs to make a big impact on a big series. If he fails, he will go down as a decent player who flattered to deceive.
Personally I'd love to see him have a blinder, score two tons, and start pushing that average up towards fifty. Come on Sherminator!
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Johng you have a point mate. Yes its ours to loose however some seem to forget that this is Australia away. Hard place to go. However, I still think we will hammer them.
I for one hope Bell does a good job and justifies the endless opportunities he has been given over the years. You can't help feeling that this is his last chance.
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So by scoring runs vs Bangladesh that makes you a class player? Jason Gillespie must be one of the best batsmen ever then :o
No. You are not thinking about the context of the game and intense determination he had in that knock- England were In a shocking position at that time and ge dug them out of it. He has performed at test level, though I concede he hasn't been as prolific against Australia, but then again not that many people are..however I shall leave you to your opinions- as people have said 'form is temporary, class is permanent': all I'm expressing are my opinions though. (which are shared by others too.)
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No. You are not thinking about the context of the game and intense determination he had in that knock- England were In a shocking position at that time and ge dug them out of it. He has performed at test level, though I concede he hasn't been as prolific against Australia, but then again not that many people are..however I shall leave you to your opinions- as people have said 'form is temporary, class is permanent': all I'm expressing are my opinions though. (which are shared by others too.)
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'form is temporary, class is permanent' I really love this quote, but in Bell's case - he isn't class, so it doesn't apply to him. Class is judged on performances vs the best sides, Bell often takes a duck against the best sides. Averaging millions vs Bangladesh isn't very classy!
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Well that's your opinion but most of the cricketing world think bell is a class player that has just underperformed
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AS I said, I'll leave you to your opinions: too tired to argue lol, though it's all friendly banter I know ;)
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Well that's your opinion but most of the cricketing world think bell is a class player that has just underperformed
How long can one go on underperforming? ECB have hedged their bets with Bell, and by the age of 28, he's done little to prove them right. Between 28-32 is seen as a batsman's peak, so will Bell go from a joke into the next Ricky Ponting(he said he wanted to emulate Punter a few years ago) time is ticking....
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Though it seems ok at first, I think your opinions are inciting more and more people. If one is better than ian bell, sure one can judge him, but were not, are we. I think we shouldn't be so judgmental and keep our opinions to ourselves a bit more (give the guy a chance lol!)
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So a player who avg is 42 in trst cricket is a joke hmmmm
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Facts don't seem to help your case either, do they Jeet :/
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So a player who avg is 42 in trst cricket is a joke hmmmm
Remove runs vs Bang(whom have never beaten a full strength Test side) average is a mighty 37.55
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i dont agree that bell is a joke ,even if im not his biggest fan, however i dont agree you have to be better than someone to judge them, for example Jedward probably sing better than me ............ but there still (No Swearing Please) :D judging bell against other england players and even his own county standards he does often under perform at international level.
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Ok maybe my point was slightly flawed, but i think the judgments are a bit harsh- that's just my opinions. Jeet: 37.6 is a solid average for a middle-order batsman anyway..,
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You can only score against the attack put in front of you whether bang zim or ind it all counts or if do you feel a joke if you smack a poor bowler to the boundary feels
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the main disappointing thing iv always felt with bell is that he has the potential to play better thats all .
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Ok maybe my point was slightly flawed, but i think the judgments are a bit harsh- that's just my opinions. Jeet: 37.6 is a solid average for a middle-order batsman anyway..,
Your kidding right? 37.6 is pretty poor...
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What is your test avg jeet? 38 is decent for a middle order player which bell is
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Lol exactly what I was gonna say roco. His acc average is 42 too, so that's even better.
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What is your test avg jeet? 38 is decent for a middle order player which bell is
So you've changed Bell from class to decent middle order player? Make your mind up pal.
I'm an umpire, so I don't have an average....
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Bend words if you want I said it is decent FOR a middle order player not that he IS a decent middle order player but hey I'm sure you know alot more than me ;) but his avg is 42 against all opponents so not bad for someone who has underachieved I would be happy for a test avg of 42 but guess your better than that
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Finally, my point has been echoed and proved!
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but guess your better than that
Well I give 100% at everything I try, so I'd probably average 100 ;)
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Haha good response. But you'd have to be better than Bradman for that- people gave tried, even the best haven't done it
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Well I give 100% at everything I try, so I'd probably average 100 ;)
Enough said I think
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Everyone in the cricketing world knows Bell can be better, but over the last year he has been an outstanding player for club and country. Jeet you said earlier about taking his average against Bangladesh out of the equation and it's around 38, but most of the top-10 batsmen currently in the world don't have an outrageous average against Bangladesh, maybe 60's etc.
And it has been said that when Bell has came up against the old, successful Aussie team he has not excelled but against that bowling attack of Warne, Lee, McGrath etc not many batsmen in the world have put that attack to the sword. Ian Bell is a very, very good player, and on form he is one of the best players in the world. However that is only my opinion and yours, I'm sure, will differ.
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That's what everyones tried to say- I suggest we leave the '100-average' Jeet to his opinions..
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That's what everyones tried to say- I suggest we leave the '100-average' Jeet to his opinions..
Agreed
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Looks like he's quietened down a bit too..
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Play has started half an hour early
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has ausie keeper got them 150 quid gloves lol
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I wouldn't be surprised if Paine does (he is kook sponsored)- the nz keeper (Hopkins) had them in the test bs. India I think as well!
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They are the £150 ones.
Bell's carrying off from y'day it looks like.
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They are the £150 ones.
Bell's carrying off from y'day it looks like.
look nice but to much £££ i want bell to tea off i wanna see prior bat
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Agreed, IMO £80 is a lot for gloves let alone £150.
Yeah we don't have the normal depth in the batting with Swann, Broad and Anderson not there. Finn can bat a bit I spose but get 200 lead then go into attack mode :)
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Sorry meant 400 lead* - Should be around tea if they score quickly.
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BEll looks great, ATM! There you go jeet ;)
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bresnan is a banger as well lol
i just wanna see some 6's haha
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Lol like the big shots. If Aus bring Steve 'poor excuse for a leg spinner' Smith on then you could see some 6's
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yeah hope bell gets his 150 hes looking good
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Hopefully bat all day at a good rate!
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i shud really go to bed lol instead of watching this
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I need sky sports :(
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gutted pidgey boiiii
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I have to settle for this tonight :(
http://www.espncricinfo.com/the-ashes-2010-11/engine/match/446953.html
However next week, when it all starts, I have the day off Thursday so a late night watching the first day :)
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BOOM thats wat am talking about collibob give it some beans
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On the Bell front, since he came back into the side in the 2009 Ashes he has averaged 53.68 from 11 matches. Pretty classy I would say.
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So are we all staying awake for forseeable then?? Enjoying this from Belly and the geordie. Just want to get Prior in after tea for a smack and we're laughing
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i wont be up much longer up at 7 lol
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Slight resemblance?
(http://www.espncricinfo.com/db/PICTURES/CMS/124600/124661.jpg)
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs126.ash2/39659_418123992559_768047559_4510985_5398140_n.jpg)
Not quite the same as SS's on the other topic with Freddie.
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very close tho mate.
i found a jessie ryder shot that was like one i played lol
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Have we found a new topic lol??
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Do you think Belly wears youths or small men's pads?
Discuss...
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Small mens, they're quite low on/over his feet plus he's not tiny.
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Have we found a new topic lol??
get a new topic sorted dude lol
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Small mens, they're quite low on/over his feet plus he's not tiny.
I'm hoping the SAF pads are like that, putting an order in tomorrow.
I can't think of any topical discussions...just settling into a bottle of cab sav. Late start in the morning....
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Lol good times for you ;)
Bell's 5ft 10 (apparently) so doubt they're youth pads...
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Colly gone
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Bet you colly wished he had an ayrtek right now
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In a way, I'm glad Prior has a chance to have a go now. He needs some time in the middle. Fair play to Colly, I have slated the bloke for best part of 5 years but I've warmed to him recently.
Yes mate, saw the SAF pads and gloves and thought they were the nuts, with the appropriate protection as well. Plus, they look quality and at a reasonable price. Take it they are quite popular round here then?
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Michael Atherton = Worst commentator ever
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HERE'S THE PIE CHUCKER :)
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HERE'S THE PIE CHUCKER :)
Now now, he's the new Warne don't you know
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I'm not a great leggie, but I turn it more and have variations unlike Mr Smith. His control is poor for an international too.
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Well batted Belly 150 up. Shame he's not got an Ayrtek on though...........
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I agree mate, they were calling this bloke the new spin sensation. The kid has a First Class average of about 49. That is ridiculous. If that's what warrants you an international call-up as an Aussie then no wonder they are in the sh*t
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Jeet, if you are only judged on being a great player by excelling against the best then Botham and Murali must be 'average' players. Their records against W. Indies and Australia respectively are average.....
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Wonder will england be able to finish off the match tonight?
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Hoping Hughes and White score hundreds and force their way into the Test side.
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I hope hughes does! As england first line bowlers will tear him to shreds!
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So do I easy wickets for England ;)
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I hope hughes does! As england first line bowlers will tear him to shreds!
If Hughes lasts the first 20mins, on any given day, he'll tear any bowling attack apart.
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No way hose
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Hughes is weak with the straight ball needs room that's why he has been out of the aus side
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Hughes is weak with the straight ball needs room that's why he has been out of the aus side
He seems to be trying to solve this in the current innings, he'll all ways look a tad strange at the crease, but his record isn't half bad.
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Love watching Hughes bat, reminds me of someone with the tehnique of a number 10/11, yet his eye is superb! Makes fascinating viewing....
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Still not a test bat for me big difference at aus a level to full test but I'm watching CIN
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Australia have dropped Hauritz for the Ashes! Quite shocking news, nearly every spinner has been battered by India, harsh treatment for Hauritz
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Very harsh he Is not a bad spinner just not an attacking one gets his wickets from keeping it tight rather than going after the batsman but hey all good news for England if aus are messing about :)
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Happy days for england
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Very harsh he Is not a bad spinner just not an attacking one gets his wickets from keeping it tight rather than going after the batsman but hey all good news for England if aus are messing about :)
What's more shocking is that Steven Smith is the second spinner! Where's O'Keefe!?!
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Who first choice? not watching at the min
Smith is a batsmen who bowls so maybe they dint think batting is strong enough
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Who first choice? not watching at the min
Smith is a batsmen who bowls so maybe they dint think batting is strong enough
Doherty will debut according to the comm team, but if it's really green Siddle will play.
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Not heardmich of him sorry to say what's his story?
Then again I like siddle real hard worker
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Not heardmich of him sorry to say what's his story?
Then again I like siddle real hard worker
Left arm orthodox spinner from Tasmania. Pretty ordinary F/C record, but has had a decent start to the current season.
I'd have Siddle in my side every time
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BOOM you don't leave them first ball pal!! Go on big chris
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The commentators are clueless, apparently, katich and watson are on par with strauss and cook, strauss alone is better than both of those put together!
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The aussie commentators are so annoying. Also where it says 'Australia a trails by 101' is that bad grammar or just me at this hour?
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The commentators are clueless, apparently, katich and watson are on par with strauss and cook, strauss alone is better than both of those put together!
Katich is as good as anyone. Strauss and Katich are evenly matched.
Cook isn't too flash and Watson is a decent makeshift opener.
Comms got it pretty much correct
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Watson is one of the best openers in the world right now if not the best.
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Doherty will be playing because KP got out to another left arm spinner in this game so the Aussies will want to exploit this weakness and keep him out of form.
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Although Doherty has got his chance to play in the 1st test, surely O'Keefe should be considered if Doherty doesn't shine if he gets his chance. SOK who plays at my club Manly, has done everything that he can to get the selectors attention. Cricket is a number's game and his speak volumes for his recent performances, he can contribute with all 3 aspects and in every format.
Steve Smith needs to bowl hundreds of overs for him to be considered as the leading spin option, he can no doubt hold his own with the bat but at the moment he doesnt hold the consistency for him to be thrown into the test arena. Bell attacked him and didn't let him settle, he didn't have a response to this and needs to learn his trade before being exposed at the highest level.
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Steve Smith is shocking and if Doherty is playing just to get KP out then Aussie selectors are stupid.
Watson is not the best opener in the world by a country mile.
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100% agree- atm I think Strauss is the best opener in the world! He is in a rich vein of form, just when England need it the most- England are looking very good, shaping up towards the first test, though it's a bit of a Shame KP isn't in Great form though- might think of dropping him for Morgan mid-way through the series if he doesn't perform...
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I'd say keep KP in. I think he'll click in a massive test series, softer Kookaburra ball, average bowling attack, hard wickets....
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Yeah definitely for the 1st 3 or so tests, he should find some form, I feel! I hope so anyway!
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KP will have a huge series - he aspires to greatness and is lusting for the biggest stage.
I will even put my money where my mouth is - I will be puting a bet ok KP scoring a ton in the first test, Morgan will only feature in this series if someone gets injured... He will get a go though in the future.
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Buzz put my thoughts into better words :)
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100% agree- atm I think Strauss is the best opener in the world! He is in a rich vein of form, just when England need it the most- England are looking very good, shaping up towards the first test, though it's a bit of a Shame KP isn't in Great form though- might think of dropping him for Morgan mid-way through the series if he doesn't perform...
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Sehwag best opener in the world, followed by Graeme Smith
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Again that's your opinion Jeet: not getting in another argument! I think you could well be right though Buzz, I'm just speculating..
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Again that's your opinion Jeet: not getting in another argument! I think you could well be right though Buzz, I'm just speculating..
Rankings would back up my statement. Sehwag 3, Smith 7 and Strauss 26.
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Ok maybe: but right now Strauss is the best of the three I think.
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Ok maybe: but right now Strauss is the best of the three I think.
Again unsure how you claim that, but I'll leave this now
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Look mate, as I've reiterated several times my opinions are my opinions, and yours are yours...no need to quibble too much, eh?
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Look mate, as I've reiterated several times my opinions are my opinions, and yours are yours...no need to quibble too much, eh?
Difference is I back up my claims with stats, but as I mentioned in my previous post, I won't be posting again to this topic.
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Not the one about bell. Not everything has to be backed up by stats- smith is out of form, sehwag is somewhat hit and miss, but Strauss is consistent and in firm ATM, I'm sure people on here agree too..,
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Not the one about bell. Not everything has to be backed up by stats- smith is out of form, sehwag is somewhat hit and miss, but Strauss is consistent and in firm ATM, I'm sure people on here agree too..,
Sehwag 1200 runs at 67 this year, 5 tons and 6 50's(including a 99 and 96). Current series vs NZ averaging 150+. Hit and miss? I think not.
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This year, maybe not. But Strauss is somewhere near as consistent. My opinions mine, and yours is yours- I cba to argue...
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Sehwag is playing in india on pitches that are flatter than keira knightlys chest, strauss on the other hand has been playing in bowler friendly conditions and pitches in england. You can't claim opinion as fact by bringing up stats which are irrelevant.
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Sehwag is playing in india on pitches that are flatter than keira knightlys chest, strauss on the other hand has been playing in bowler friendly conditions and pitches in england. You can't claim opinion as fact by bringing up stats which are irrelevant.
Are India's opposition playing on different surfaces? I doubt it, Sehwag is just a once in a lifetime cricketer.
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I disagree, he has exceptional hand eye co-ordination, but if he's facing a ball that moves at all then he's screwed.
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I disagree, he has exceptional hand eye co-ordination, but if he's facing a ball that moves at all then he's screwed.
Hmmm, Dale Steyn tore India to shreds earlier this year in India, swing the ball everywhere(on a lively wicket), Sehwag 109 out of 233. He was in no trouble at all.
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Jeet, I thought you weren't going to post on this topic anymore?
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Stats comparing Sehwag and Strauss
Strauss: Average in India 54.33 with 3 100's
Average in England 41.43 with 8 100's
Sehwag: Average in India 58.64 with 12 100's
Average in England 39.50 with 1 100
On stats they are very near the same quality
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Jeet just seems to have a passionate hatred for the english
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The stats seem to have made jeet quite for once
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The stats seem to have made jeet quite for once
Wasn't at home
Sehwag hasn't scored a ton in India vs Eng and Strauss hasn't scored a ton in Eng vs India, quite a remarkable stat!
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Jeet for my own enjoyment can I call you Benedict? :)
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Jeet just seems to have a passionate hatred for the english
Wide of the mark pal.
I support Murray, Eng soccer team, Hamilton
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Jeet for my own enjoyment can I call you Benedict? :)
Only if I paid as much us him LOL
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No guarantees I'm afraid :(
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I think Sehwag has been fallible in the past, but recently he seems to be building up a head of steam, and scoring consistently against all types of bowling and attacks. I really rate him at the moment, and he has he chance if he scores consistently now, to be remembered as a great, and not merely as good.
He's similar to guy from he 60's Colin Milburn, who didn't believe in running, and smashed it everywhere as an opener - he was less consistant though.
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Murray? So you support scotland too ;)
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Wide of the mark pal.
I support Murray, Eng soccer team, Hamilton
1. Andy Murray is a scot
2. He has a large dislike for the English
3. Hamilton is a tax exile
4. The stats have proven you wrong
Job done
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1. Andy Murray is a scot
2. He has a large dislike for the English
3. Hamilton is a tax exile
4. The stats have proven you wrong
Job done
Whether Lewis lives in Switzerland, Monaco or Timbuktu, does it mean he's not English?
Murray doesn't hate England or English people. It was a comment blown out of proportion.
Whether Murray is Scottish or not is neither here nor there. He represents GB, that's more than good enough for me.
What stats?
Mug
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Jeet leave it out mate.
Murray is scottish and we were talking english.
Stats on the previous page, it doesnt really matter anyway everyone has their own opinions just some voice theirs louder and more frequently than others..
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Jeet leave it out mate.
Murray is scottish and we were talking english.
Stats on the previous page, it doesnt really matter anyway everyone has their own opinions just some voice theirs louder and more frequently than others..
Didn't realise Murray was hated...
I won't mention him again.
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Unless he wins anything
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Yeah he is scottish untill he is very successful ;)
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Amen
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LOL
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Whether Lewis lives in Switzerland, Monaco or Timbuktu, does it mean he's not English?
Murray doesn't hate England or English people. It was a comment blown out of proportion.
Whether Murray is Scottish or not is neither here nor there. He represents GB, that's more than good enough for me.
What stats?
Mug
Mug? haha nice one mate