Sri Lanka v Australia - 1st Test

[Jim05]

IF
You think the cricket is exciting
There is more in store
Foxtel channell 117 at 10:00 tonight
There is a documentary on Johnathon Harris
Compelling viewing

Unhand me you mechanical moron!!!

[bayman]

IF
You think the cricket is exciting
There is more in store
Foxtel channell 117 at 10:00 tonight
There is a documentary on Johnathon Harris
Compelling viewing

you bubbleheaded booby yeah looking forward to it, iirc he was a chemist before turning to acting

as for the cricket 16 wickets in the day, they must be bowling hand grenades

[wycbloods]

This game won't see Tea on Day 3. Cracking pitch for test cricket.

That begs the question,
Is it the pitch's fault or the poor batting display and technique?
Hussey and Clarke have shown in this match that if you put your head down you can score runs, i dont think the pitch is as bad as some are making it.

I think the pitch has had a huge say. 26 wickets in 2 days i think backs that up.

[rod_rooster]

This game won't see Tea on Day 3. Cracking pitch for test cricket.

That begs the question,
Is it the pitch's fault or the poor batting display and technique?
Hussey and Clarke have shown in this match that if you put your head down you can score runs, i dont think the pitch is as bad as some are making it.

The pitch is at least making the batsmen work. Far better watching this than seeing a road that sees a side make 700 plus and an inevitable draw. Nice to see the bowlers have a chance for a change. It's a refreshing respite from the batsmen friendly wickets and formats we have been forced to put up with recently. Exactly as Jim says, if you put your head down and work hard you can score. Too many T20 techniques have struggled but the wicket is not as bad as the lack of patience and determination that has been shown suggests.

[mal]

Scott Muller is probably watching thinking that if only Brad Haddin was around in his day he wouldn't have been the subject of a Warney sledge. Can't bowl, can't throw might have been followed by can't bat and can't keep if Haddin had played with Warne.Seriously Haddin needs to be tapped on the shoulder and told to stop embarrassing himself.

Heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeez back

[Hondo]

Where you been Rod? Welcome back!

[Media Park]

Unless this game turns massively into a batsman's paradise, Australia are home.

[Pottsy]

Gotta agree. Oz to put on another 40 today, then SL to show some more application and get within a hundred on the chase.

EXCEPT

Australia seems to have this nasty habit of setting records lately. Every time I hear something along the lines of "highest ever run chase required", I get a bit itchy.

[MAY-Z]

This game won't see Tea on Day 3. Cracking pitch for test cricket.

That begs the question,
Is it the pitch's fault or the poor batting display and technique?
Hussey and Clarke have shown in this match that if you put your head down you can score runs, i dont think the pitch is as bad as some are making it.

The pitch is at least making the batsmen work. Far better watching this than seeing a road that sees a side make 700 plus and an inevitable draw. Nice to see the bowlers have a chance for a change. It's a refreshing respite from the batsmen friendly wickets and formats we have been forced to put up with recently. Exactly as Jim says, if you put your head down and work hard you can score. Too many T20 techniques have struggled but the wicket is not as bad as the lack of patience and determination that has been shown suggests.

exactly - i have really enjoyed watching this match - i wouldnt want to see every test played on a pitch like this but a bit of variety is great to see

[valleys07]

The pitch is at least making the batsmen work. Far better watching this than seeing a road that sees a side make 700 plus and an inevitable draw. Nice to see the bowlers have a chance for a change. It's a refreshing respite from the batsmen friendly wickets and formats we have been forced to put up with recently. Exactly as Jim says, if you put your head down and work hard you can score. Too many T20 techniques have struggled but the wicket is not as bad as the lack of patience and determination that has been shown suggests.

Hard to argue with that Rod. Good post.

[Lightning McQueen]

Watto gone 1st ball. Terrible shot to be playing 1st ball. Think the batsmen have forgotten this is a 5 day match.

Yep too much T20 crap

Sometimes attack is the best method of defense, I think Clarke proved this with his innings, nevertheless though, Watto's shot was pretty deplorable for the first ball of an innings, it would've been a masterstroke though if it had of gone a metre wider, we're tough judges.

[Jimmy]

Too bad Paine is injured, he would be a good replacement for Haddin right now.

The wicket is certainly the cause of most dismissals, but I've seen some poor shots too.

[Lightning McQueen]

The pitch is at least making the batsmen work. Far better watching this than seeing a road that sees a side make 700 plus and an inevitable draw. Nice to see the bowlers have a chance for a change. It's a refreshing respite from the batsmen friendly wickets and formats we have been forced to put up with recently. Exactly as Jim says, if you put your head down and work hard you can score. Too many T20 techniques have struggled but the wicket is not as bad as the lack of patience and determination that has been shown suggests.

Hard to argue with that Rod. Good post.

Most definetely, it get's annoying when they play for 5 days and still can't determine a winner.

[Jimmy]

Watto gone 1st ball. Terrible shot to be playing 1st ball. Think the batsmen have forgotten this is a 5 day match.

Yep too much T20 crap

Sometimes attack is the best method of defense, I think Clarke proved this with his innings, nevertheless though, Watto's shot was pretty deplorable for the first ball of an innings, it would've been a masterstroke though if it had of gone a metre wider, we're tough judges.

If it had gone for four, no worries. In hindsight, I think he'll love to leave that one

[Jimmy]

The pitch is at least making the batsmen work. Far better watching this than seeing a road that sees a side make 700 plus and an inevitable draw. Nice to see the bowlers have a chance for a change. It's a refreshing respite from the batsmen friendly wickets and formats we have been forced to put up with recently. Exactly as Jim says, if you put your head down and work hard you can score. Too many T20 techniques have struggled but the wicket is not as bad as the lack of patience and determination that has been shown suggests.

Hard to argue with that Rod. Good post.

Most definetely, it get's annoying when they play for 5 days and still can't determine a winner.

The best test matches last 4 3/4 days

[Media Park]

Sneak into day 5, and some of the over paid princes have to rock up and sign autographs...

*I'm looking at you Mitch Johnson*

[Jimmy]

Sneak into day 5, and some of the over paid princes have to rock up and sign autographs...

*I'm looking at you Mitch Johnson*

You were recently burnt by him?

[Media Park]

Anyone with the full sleeve tattoo is someone who should be made to suffer...

[Jimmy]

Anyone with the full sleeve tattoo is someone who should be made to suffer...

A full sleeve is ok if you have 20 inch biceps and have maimed or seriously hurt someone, and are usually in prison lol

Mitchell looks like a loser with it

[Brodlach]

Currently raining with the ground fully covered. No time for play to start has been decided.