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by **FD88** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:40 pm

Krazy's on!

by **hearts on fire** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:40 pm

Everybody already knows this, but i thought i would tell you to remind you...... Symonds is magnificent in the field, just stopped four runs there.

Symonds would have to be the number all-rounder in the world by far.

by **hearts on fire** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:42 pm

Next innings is make or break for Hayden, i have defended him all the way through his form slump, but sadly, i can only support him through this for so long.

If Hayden fails next innings, his spot in the side is in real danger and it would not surprise me if the selectors give him the boot.

by **FD88** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:43 pm

Krejza troubling Smith already, he closed the face of the bat for a bit of a scare and an LBW shout next ball - very close to being out.

Edita again: He turned the last ball of his over beautifully, almost through him. We've got something here.

by **Swamp Donkey** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:44 pm

Dogwatcher wrote:I'd beg to differ on the failed once.
Our top order's been very inconsistent of late.
Sadly, Hayden's form's not been great, setting us up a little.

Stating the obvious a little there DW, but all batsmen have form slumps and rarely does Australia not have a top order batsman that doesnt make runs. Short memory.
Katich has been super consistent, as has Clarke. Ponting and Hayden a bit hit and miss of late, but thats Australia's strength. I think class will shine through and by the end of this series, Hayden will be everyones favourite again.

For who HoF? Klinger not ready, Rogers: not top class IMHO

by **hearts on fire** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:45 pm

Isn't Jaques over his injury and is coming back to play in January? (could be wrong, thats what i heard)

Hayden will probably play out this series, but if he continues to perform like this, we won't see him again.

by **The Ash Man** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:48 pm

hearts on fire wrote:Next innings is make or break for Hayden, i have defended him all the way through his form slump, but sadly, i can only support him through this for so long.

If Hayden fails next innings, his spot in the side is in real danger and it would not surprise me if the selectors give him the boot.

Im gonna hold you to that HOF

by **hearts on fire** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:48 pm

RSA 1/23

Siddle and Krejza bowling.

Smith and Amla batting.

by **silicone skyline** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:49 pm

Swamp Donkey wrote:
Dogwatcher wrote:I'd beg to differ on the failed once.
Our top order's been very inconsistent of late.
Sadly, Hayden's form's not been great, setting us up a little.

Stating the obvious a little there DW, but all batsmen have form slumps and rarely does Australia not have a top order batsman that doesnt make runs. Short memory.
Katich has been super consistent, as has Clarke. Ponting and Hayden a bit hit and miss of late, but thats Australia's strength. I think class will shine through and by the end of this series, Hayden will be everyones favourite again.

For who HoF? Klinger not ready, Rogers: not top class IMHO

Tom Plant would probably perform better than Hayden at the moment. :lol:

Keeping in mind Haydos had some rough calls in india

by **hearts on fire** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:51 pm

The Ash Man wrote:
hearts on fire wrote:Next innings is make or break for Hayden, i have defended him all the way through his form slump, but sadly, i can only support him through this for so long.

If Hayden fails next innings, his spot in the side is in real danger and it would not surprise me if the selectors give him the boot.

Im gonna hold you to that HOF

go for it mate, i love Hayden and he still is my favourite player, but i hate it how the press go on and on about how he is playing sh1t. It is ruining his reputation and i would rather see him retire, than go on and make sh1tty scores.

No doubt, he will probably come out and make a ton now that i've said all of this.

by **Swamp Donkey** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:58 pm

Lets hope

by **FD88** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 2:59 pm

Amla looks far more comfortable than Smith. Get him out just before lunch and we're in an excellent position.

by **brod** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 3:09 pm

FD88 wrote:Amla looks far more comfortable than Smith. Get him out just before lunch and we're in an excellent position.

Didnt happen

LUNCH DAY 2

SA 1/27

by **FD88** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 4:14 pm

Hm.....danger period right now with Amla getting on top of us. 50 partnership up:

1/66

Amla 31
Smith 24*

by **hearts on fire** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 4:29 pm

RSA are cruising, if these two can stick around for the rest of the day, game over Australia.

by **hearts on fire** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 4:32 pm

Amla putting the foot down now......

by **FD88** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 4:40 pm

1/100

Need a breakthrough very soon.

by **hearts on fire** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 4:41 pm

Krejza looks like the only bowler give the batsmen any trouble, Smith is a bit shaky and Amla is looking comfortable.

by **toot toot** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 4:50 pm

really need a couple of quick wickets here otherwise can see this match slipping away. scoring at 5.50 runs an over after lunch.

by **hearts on fire** » Thu Dec 18, 2008 4:52 pm

We are really missing Stuart Clark.

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