Chris Gayle - All class

[catchisthecry]

He was playing the Kiwis!

[cripple]

Good thread this one. Good to see everyone posting what they thought they watched as to opposed to what actually happened. IMO Gayle was easily player of the series and was responisble for how tight it actually was. Although 2-0 the windies were on top in adelaide and some how got back into the match in perth.
On his captaincy yes it was confusing and at times didn't make sense, but with a young team that is inferior in talent you need to do this and hope that sometimes it comes off, remember Flemming and the Kiwis doing something similar a few years ago and was named by most as the best captain in world cricket for a period after it.
His two centuries are definately the two things I will remember from this series, not the countless aussie 80/90's that for one reason or another were not converted. And after scoring both he did handle himself with class and still acknowledged at every opportunity that his side was being outplayed and never made excuses for it. he clearly understands he has an important role in rebuilding windies cricket and wont accept honurable losses as satisfactory.
His support of the teams youngsters was also examplary. even when accepting the MOTM/ man of the series, he couldn't wait to talk about the efforts of Barath, Roach, Denorine etc... showing that he cares about his team and the experience that they were getting.
After the test mathces i can't wait until the one dayers in feb and how he performs in the big bash with the WACA. one of the great entertainers of world cricket

[Dutchy]

Good thread this one. Good to see everyone posting what they thought they watched as to opposed to what actually happened. IMO Gayle was easily player of the series and was responisble for how tight it actually was. Although 2-0 the windies were on top in adelaide and some how got back into the match in perth.
On his captaincy yes it was confusing and at times didn't make sense, but with a young team that is inferior in talent you need to do this and hope that sometimes it comes off, remember Flemming and the Kiwis doing something similar a few years ago and was named by most as the best captain in world cricket for a period after it.
His two centuries are definately the two things I will remember from this series, not the countless aussie 80/90's that for one reason or another were not converted. And after scoring both he did handle himself with class and still acknowledged at every opportunity that his side was being outplayed and never made excuses for it. he clearly understands he has an important role in rebuilding windies cricket and wont accept honurable losses as satisfactory.
His support of the teams youngsters was also examplary. even when accepting the MOTM/ man of the series, he couldn't wait to talk about the efforts of Barath, Roach, Denorine etc... showing that he cares about his team and the experience that they were getting.
After the test mathces i can't wait until the one dayers in feb and how he performs in the big bash with the WACA. one of the great entertainers of world cricket

great post

[locky801]

Good thread this one. Good to see everyone posting what they thought they watched as to opposed to what actually happened. IMO Gayle was easily player of the series and was responisble for how tight it actually was. Although 2-0 the windies were on top in adelaide and some how got back into the match in perth.
On his captaincy yes it was confusing and at times didn't make sense, but with a young team that is inferior in talent you need to do this and hope that sometimes it comes off, remember Flemming and the Kiwis doing something similar a few years ago and was named by most as the best captain in world cricket for a period after it.
His two centuries are definately the two things I will remember from this series, not the countless aussie 80/90's that for one reason or another were not converted. And after scoring both he did handle himself with class and still acknowledged at every opportunity that his side was being outplayed and never made excuses for it. he clearly understands he has an important role in rebuilding windies cricket and wont accept honurable losses as satisfactory.
His support of the teams youngsters was also examplary. even when accepting the MOTM/ man of the series, he couldn't wait to talk about the efforts of Barath, Roach, Denorine etc... showing that he cares about his team and the experience that they were getting.
After the test mathces i can't wait until the one dayers in feb and how he performs in the big bash with the WACA. one of the great entertainers of world cricket

Well said

[NFC]

Laughable post.

Won MOTM when Bollinger clearly deserved it.
Won MOTS when his side lost 2-0.

"Who is Bollinger, I've never heard of him?" "Hauritz is playing? Doesn't matter, it's like bowling to myself when he's on."

Yep, comments from a man of all class right there.

Bollinger? There is a man full of class

As for the comments, ever heard of an expereinced player from one team putting some mental pressure on young inexperienced players from the opposition?

Who was your man of the series drummond?

Again, who is saying ANYTHING about Bollinger being full of class? I don't profess to something that isn't there, unlike you.

[Dutchy]

Again refusing to answer questions asked

Here is another, how do you reckon an Australian batsmen would have reacted to what Gayle copped from Watto?

[NFC]

Again refusing to answer questions asked

Here is another, how do you reckon an Australian batsmen would have reacted to what Gayle copped from Watto?

Smashed him with the bat?

Lol what a stupid question, they would have done exactly what Mr. Perfect did.

[Booney]

In a group of either players out of their depth or under achievers of course Gayle will be the shining light.

MOTS - Probably, but you could argue Katich and Watson.

All class? I dont think so. His comments about Bollinger and Hauritz were disrespectful at best.

[RoosterMarty]

All class? I dont think so. His comments about Bollinger and Hauritz were disrespectful at best.

That is an excellent point.

[interested observer]

To all those on here and the media calling for Gayle's head during the first test, what do you think now?

Sensational batting providing great test cricket and richly deserving of his man of the series award.

But apart from that I thought his leadership was super impressive, there is no doubt he has his team playing for him and he gets 100% from his young team. Not much went right for them during this tour starting with his own personal issues.

His interviews after this series were very measured and respectful. Overall the WI have one of the best Captians in the world and a young exciting team, I look forward to seeing their progress over the coming years.

Just refer back to the 1st hour after tea on day 4 of Adelaide test when this "great captain" basically shut up shop with plenty of wickets in hand and batted like it was day one until stumps..
Surely any reasonable captain who was dead set on winning would of had a crack with the bat setting the Aussies a similar score anyway and yet could of had an hour at them that night with the ball???
Mentality of "make sure we don't lose the test" rather that having a go at winning it..
Bit like some of those great captains the Poms used to have years ago.....
Anyway, this debate will be nothing soon, as he will chuck Test cricket in eventually and live off 20/20 millions...
Good luck to him too..
Great captain....Far from it......

[Dutchy]

Again refusing to answer questions asked

Here is another, how do you reckon an Australian batsmen would have reacted to what Gayle copped from Watto?

Smashed him with the bat?

Lol what a stupid question, they would have done exactly what Mr. Perfect did.

You dont think they would have reacted at all? LMAO

Have you ever played the game?

[Dutchy]

In a group of either players out of their depth or under achievers of course Gayle will be the shining light.

geez how do your rate the Aussie side then Booney? It could be argued that WI had the better of the last 2 tests

[Browny25]

I just saw the celebration from Shane Watson... what a tosser!!!

[Dutchy]

To all those on here and the media calling for Gayle's head during the first test, what do you think now?

Sensational batting providing great test cricket and richly deserving of his man of the series award.

But apart from that I thought his leadership was super impressive, there is no doubt he has his team playing for him and he gets 100% from his young team. Not much went right for them during this tour starting with his own personal issues.

His interviews after this series were very measured and respectful. Overall the WI have one of the best Captians in the world and a young exciting team, I look forward to seeing their progress over the coming years.

Just refer back to the 1st hour after tea on day 4 of Adelaide test when this "great captain" basically shut up shop with plenty of wickets in hand and batted like it was day one until stumps..
Surely any reasonable captain who was dead set on winning would of had a crack with the bat setting the Aussies a similar score anyway and yet could of had an hour at them that night with the ball???
Mentality of "make sure we don't lose the test" rather that having a go at winning it..
Bit like some of those great captains the Poms used to have years ago.....
Anyway, this debate will be nothing soon, as he will chuck Test cricket in eventually and live off 20/20 millions...
Good luck to him too..
Great captain....Far from it......

Could argue all of the above on day 5 for Australia

[RoosterMarty]

In a group of either players out of their depth or under achievers of course Gayle will be the shining light.

geez how do your rate the Aussie side then Booney? It could be argued that WI had the better of the last 2 tests

They had the better of the 2nd test maybe but not sure about the one that just finished.

[NFC]

In a group of either players out of their depth or under achievers of course Gayle will be the shining light.

geez how do your rate the Aussie side then Booney? It could be argued that WI had the better of the last 2 tests

They had the better of the 2nd test maybe but not sure about the one that just finished.

Aussies had the better of the 3rd, and rightfully won.

Silly to saw otherwise.

[Booney]

In a group of either players out of their depth or under achievers of course Gayle will be the shining light.

geez how do your rate the Aussie side then Booney? It could be argued that WI had the better of the last 2 tests

I think you would have trouble arguing they had the better of the last Test.

Brisbane, smashed. Adelaide, WI had the better of the draw. Perth, Australia won comfortably. Regardless of their tail enders giving them some hope. Australia were on top for at least 70% of the series.

Gayle was the best by far of an ordinary outfit ( Bravo excluded ).

[Dutchy]

3rd test confortabley?

[interested observer]

To all those on here and the media calling for Gayle's head during the first test, what do you think now?

Sensational batting providing great test cricket and richly deserving of his man of the series award.

But apart from that I thought his leadership was super impressive, there is no doubt he has his team playing for him and he gets 100% from his young team. Not much went right for them during this tour starting with his own personal issues.

His interviews after this series were very measured and respectful. Overall the WI have one of the best Captians in the world and a young exciting team, I look forward to seeing their progress over the coming years.

Just refer back to the 1st hour after tea on day 4 of Adelaide test when this "great captain" basically shut up shop with plenty of wickets in hand and batted like it was day one until stumps..
Surely any reasonable captain who was dead set on winning would of had a crack with the bat setting the Aussies a similar score anyway and yet could of had an hour at them that night with the ball???
Mentality of "make sure we don't lose the test" rather that having a go at winning it..
Bit like some of those great captains the Poms used to have years ago.....
Anyway, this debate will be nothing soon, as he will chuck Test cricket in eventually and live off 20/20 millions...
Good luck to him too..
Great captain....Far from it......

Could argue all of the above on day 5 for Australia

What??
After being 4 for stuff all and saving the test???
That may have 6 or 7 for at tea on day 5 if he showed some "captains quality" the evening before..
What I will say is that the Windies were very competitive in test 2 and 3...
All the better for cricket as we all thought it was going to be a mashing...

Now, Pakistan will be a different story in my opinion...
Will be a real big test....

[Lightning McQueen]

If you are not going to be arrogant playing against the Aussies, you may aswell not even come here. He fought fire with fire and done pretty well IMO, I know I was barracking for them in the last test, there's just something about our game that stinks atm.