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Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 8:04 pmby The Dark Knight
Looks like it's currently raining in London, showers forecast there today.
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 8:18 pmby stan
mal wrote:JOFFRA ARCHER
Pre game Justin Langer said of The Joff , that Test cricket is so different to limited overs cricket
The Joff made 12 when batting, Pat Cummins bowled just about every delivery short at him
To me all this suggested that the Australians are aware of the talent of The Joff , and were maybe trying to ruffle him
The blonde Don was well on his way to a 3rd ton in 3 innings this series
In about 350 runs to date in the series, the English attack must be wondering how to get him out
Then it changed when The Joff bowled THAT spell
Thats some of the very best bowling Ive seen in Test cricket
2/59 off 29 overs might not look great on face value, in bowler friendly conditions
However, I consider it 3/59 as he softened up Smith for the other bowlers
If Smith falters for the rest of the series , The Joff should deserve the credit
Also
Lets not forget , The Joff was on debut
I tipping that The Joff will have a great Test career
Agree with some of you there Mal. Archer will be something special no doubt and the challenge had been laid down to Smith now.
This will add to the series even more now.
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 8:22 pmby stan
northerner wrote:Probably a draw coming up but a day where huge statements will be made and responses will be scrutinised. Smiths return to the crease to face Archer will be riveting and pivotal for the rest of the Series. But I think there maybe others who will fall apart b4 Budge. Warners instant concern and follow up flat efforts in the field show a man who is shell shocked. Already feeling the heat I fear Smiths incident has affected him more... I fully expect a soft dismissal tonight. Uzzie is always suspect in mental toughness so 2 for little will be on the cards against a fired up Archer and Broad.
Conversely I expect Bancroft to hang tough. Technically poor but lacks nothing in bravery so he is one who will take the challenge on.
Talking of hanging tough I thought Cummins and Siddle were magnificent against Archer post Smiths injury. As venomous as Archer waa in his 8 over spell he just got one wicket including 4 overs against batsmen 8 and 9.
Siddle has always had alot of grit about him. Her a real battler that knows how to hang tough.
Cummins is a genuine talent and ozzes leadership.
Both these guys are always up for the fight.
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 9:19 pmby Armchair expert
Play to start in 20 minutes if rain stays away.
1hr 20 first session
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 9:39 pmby Jim05
Smith ruled out of today’s play. Looks like Labuschagne to be subbed in
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 9:47 pmby PatowalongaPirate
Stokes will play his shots, chance of an edge early.
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 9:51 pmby Booney
Sounds like Smith will be out of the next Test.
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 9:53 pmby helicopterking
England got enough now then.
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 10:10 pmby The Dark Knight
Jim05 wrote:Smith ruled out of today’s play. Looks like Labuschagne to be subbed in
Yep confirmed, Labuschage subbed in.
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 10:14 pmby JK
helicopterking wrote:England got enough now then.
Paying $17
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 10:20 pmby Senor Moto Gadili
Aussies gone very defensive. England missing an opportunity.... they should be more aggressive.
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 10:27 pmby Armchair expert
I don't know what Paine is trying to do here? Making it hard for them to get 250?
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 10:27 pmby Spargo
Senor Moto Gadili wrote:Aussies gone very defensive. England missing an opportunity.... they should be more aggressive.
Four on the fence
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Mon Aug 19, 2019 12:30 amby Jim05
Only one team can win this now. Poms will have a 250 run lead shortly and that will be more than enough
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Mon Aug 19, 2019 12:31 amby twe
game on now lead 217 only 5 down stokes going for it 56 overs left think we will see them declare at 250 to 260 with around 50 overs to bowl .. bring it on !
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Mon Aug 19, 2019 12:35 amby twe
Jim05 wrote:Only one team can win this now. Poms will have a 250 run lead shortly and that will be more than enough
tend to agree jim as stokes just just gets hit in the nuts lol …
the mind set of tim paines fields today has been ordinary …
why not try lambuschange for 1 or 2 ?
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Mon Aug 19, 2019 12:41 amby Jim05
twe wrote:Jim05 wrote:Only one team can win this now. Poms will have a 250 run lead shortly and that will be more than enough
tend to agree jim as stokes just just gets hit in the nuts lol …
the mind set of tim paines fields today has been ordinary …
why not try lambuschange for 1 or 2 ?
Was that Stokes that yelled “ Ow hit on the dik” or was it the Aussies
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Mon Aug 19, 2019 12:49 amby twe
Jim05 wrote:twe wrote:Jim05 wrote:Only one team can win this now. Poms will have a 250 run lead shortly and that will be more than enough
tend to agree jim as stokes just just gets hit in the nuts lol …
the mind set of tim paines fields today has been ordinary …
why not try lambuschange for 1 or 2 ?
Was that Stokes that yelled “ Ow hit on the dik” or was it the Aussies
stokes I think reckon they declare just after he tons up .
got enough runs barring a warner special just need the overs to get the wickets .
50 overs after this one minus the 2 for change over
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Mon Aug 19, 2019 1:00 amby DOC
266 off 48
Go for it
Re: The Ashes 2019
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Mon Aug 19, 2019 1:02 amby Senor Moto Gadili
So, Aussies have to survive 48 overs. Zero chance of chasing this target. The pitch has been pretty docile today, so I'll be disappointed if we can't bat out these overs.