My favourite part was when the English crowd booed Smith when he was out for 118, only for him to stroll back and make another hundred. Amusingly, a few bright sparks, who hadn't yet gone home, continued booing as he strolled past 200. The booing hadn't worked for the previous 600-odd runs, but kudos for sticking at it. Showed great bravery. Almost as much fight as the British parliament.
Archer has been very chirpy in the media for someone who has played two Tests. Perhaps he could have focused on his own game as he bowled like Boycott's grandmother. Maybe play a few seasons before you strut around like Ambrose? He will be at his most effective in 2-3 Test series.
Can England fluke it again? The pitch is still good to bat on, but despite the arctic conditions, boy that pitch looks dry. Lyon, who has been poor since Birmingham, should be well suited. He is at his most dangerous when there's some pace and bounce, rather than slow turn. I wouldn't be surprised to see England needing to bat the last 4 sessions, with an extra 30 mins on Day 4 and 5. If this pitch retains its bounce, it will be a much tougher proposition day 4 and 5 than Headingly. Lyon needs to redeem himself somewhat. I think he may. Judging by the fact Specsavers got a few to straighten, it's already taking more turn.
Big innings coming up for Root. He hasn't scored a century in his last 17 innings in Ashes cricket. Meanwhile Smith has 7 in the same period. He needs a ton; not a tidy 50. It's hard to bat knowing you can only draw. Who knows how Roy will play.
The Ashes - August/September 2019
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Today has been nice smooth swing trading for the draw (B2L).
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wearthefoxhat wrote: ↑Fri Sep 06, 2019 4:06 pmToday has been nice smooth swing trading for the draw (B2L).
Since last post, 1.70 to 1.46 in an hour or so.
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Only mistake was an error of judgement as an inexperienced leader whilst surrounded by older rule breaking egos that were due a kick up the butt for their attitude. Became the scapegoat for a decade of arrogance.
Dedicated his life to a profession, always carried himself well, ridiculed for his leggies and unique batting technique early days and thrust into captaincy too early. Harshly punished, quietly goes away and spends a year talking and working with kids and charaties while clearly battlling isolated and depressive periods. Returns, integrates straight back into the team environment, including Warner, helps carry us to a WC semi and now matches Bradmans feats while carrying the team on his shoulders. All this as crowds around the world hurl abuse at him every step he takes. The guy is twice the man most of us are, an inspiration, bloody rock solid hero, an effing legend and if my son turns out to be half the man he is I will die very happy.....and...to any overseas wanker who tries that behaviour at the G on boxing day...good luck with that. Have a nice day lol
Dedicated his life to a profession, always carried himself well, ridiculed for his leggies and unique batting technique early days and thrust into captaincy too early. Harshly punished, quietly goes away and spends a year talking and working with kids and charaties while clearly battlling isolated and depressive periods. Returns, integrates straight back into the team environment, including Warner, helps carry us to a WC semi and now matches Bradmans feats while carrying the team on his shoulders. All this as crowds around the world hurl abuse at him every step he takes. The guy is twice the man most of us are, an inspiration, bloody rock solid hero, an effing legend and if my son turns out to be half the man he is I will die very happy.....and...to any overseas wanker who tries that behaviour at the G on boxing day...good luck with that. Have a nice day lol
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On this point the crowd is acting as the "twelfth man." Also in cricketing parlance, he's getting sledged.Vorogue18 wrote: ↑Sun Sep 08, 2019 4:43 amOnly mistake was an error of judgement as an inexperienced leader whilst surrounded by older rule breaking egos that were due a kick up the butt for their attitude. Became the scapegoat for a decade of arrogance.
Dedicated his life to a profession, always carried himself well, ridiculed for his leggies and unique batting technique early days and thrust into captaincy too early. Harshly punished, quietly goes away and spends a year talking and working with kids and charaties while clearly battlling isolated and depressive periods. Returns, integrates straight back into the team environment, including Warner, helps carry us to a WC semi and now matches Bradmans feats while carrying the team on his shoulders. All this as crowds around the world hurl abuse at him every step he takes. The guy is twice the man most of us are, an inspiration, bloody rock solid hero, an effing legend and if my son turns out to be half the man he is I will die very happy.....and...to any overseas wanker who tries that behaviour at the G on boxing day...good luck with that. Have a nice day lol
Fair play to him though, he's stronger mentally and has found a way to overcome the England bowling. (Warner hasn't though)
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The guy is a dirty sandpaper cheat and an Australian one at that. He will get no sympathy around the world, only when playing Australia.Vorogue18 wrote: ↑Sun Sep 08, 2019 4:43 amOnly mistake was an error of judgement as an inexperienced leader whilst surrounded by older rule breaking egos that were due a kick up the butt for their attitude. Became the scapegoat for a decade of arrogance.
Dedicated his life to a profession, always carried himself well, ridiculed for his leggies and unique batting technique early days and thrust into captaincy too early. Harshly punished, quietly goes away and spends a year talking and working with kids and charaties while clearly battlling isolated and depressive periods. Returns, integrates straight back into the team environment, including Warner, helps carry us to a WC semi and now matches Bradmans feats while carrying the team on his shoulders. All this as crowds around the world hurl abuse at him every step he takes. The guy is twice the man most of us are, an inspiration, bloody rock solid hero, an effing legend and if my son turns out to be half the man he is I will die very happy.....and...to any overseas wanker who tries that behaviour at the G on boxing day...good luck with that. Have a nice day lol
I'm English. Smith cheated, got caught, paid a severe penallty for a pro cricketer. Everyone deserves the opportunity to redeem themselves after making a mistake. He's done that in the best possible way.
Conflating cheating with being Australian is plain racist.
Conflating cheating with being Australian is plain racist.
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I want to know who purchased the sandpaper.. it's not like there was a hardware store at the ground. Perhaps thats why Lehmann fell on his sword. Smith hardly knew about it is my bet