1964white wrote: ↑Sat Aug 03, 2019 4:29 pm
Aussies 97 for 3
Unfortunately Steve Smith has got himself in again, 32 no
He is a collosuss for the Aussies.
But apart from him the rest if them dont look in nick, apart from Bancroft who just looks out of his depth.
' "Football is about the people and the players,” he said. “Then there are those who will mingle in the middle: the coaches, executives and journalists. That last group represents the worst part about football" Marcelo Bielsa
Bring Anderson out to rattle a few in at him early doors, assuming he's fit. Did Jimmy go out and field yesterday? Know ge wasn't bowling...
Smith just looks a nightmare to bowl against - always finds the gaps and his action/rhythm is difficult to get up grips with. Just seems to score off every kind of ball.
Genghers wrote: ↑Sun Aug 04, 2019 8:17 am
Bring Anderson out to rattle a few in at him early doors, assuming he's fit. Did Jimmy go out and field yesterday? Know ge wasn't bowling...
Smith just looks a nightmare to bowl against - always finds the gaps and his action/rhythm is difficult to get up grips with. Just seems to score off every kind of ball.
Think we lost this at 120-8 to 280 ish all out. I'd not like to be chasing 150 with the ball turning sideways..Anderson seemed to be struggling to run singles yesterday so I doubt he bowls. I'm not sure Lyon will be that unlucky again..
"Never debate an idiot, they'll only drag you down to their level and they have the advantage of experience"
' "Football is about the people and the players,” he said. “Then there are those who will mingle in the middle: the coaches, executives and journalists. That last group represents the worst part about football" Marcelo Bielsa
Echos of 2005 when the Aussies lost McGrath just before the start, England effectively a bowler short with Jimmy breaking down and compounded with Moen on his home ground bowling pies. But Smithy is a colossus.
So a week off before Lords. Archer to replace Anderson and I wonder if Moen needs a break? He has lost his mojo by the look.
' "Football is about the people and the players,” he said. “Then there are those who will mingle in the middle: the coaches, executives and journalists. That last group represents the worst part about football" Marcelo Bielsa
Irish Ian wrote: ↑Mon Aug 05, 2019 4:11 pm
Echos of 2005 when the Aussies lost McGrath just before the start, England effectively a bowler short with Jimmy breaking down and compounded with Moen on his home ground bowling pies. But Smithy is a colossus.
So a week off before Lords. Archer to replace Anderson and I wonder if Moen needs a break? He has lost his mojo by the look.
Moeen looked so out of sorts for me Ian....a bit dejected. His bowling was off and when he was at the crease with Lyon bowling at him and he must have been wondering how come I couldn't bowl like that on this wicket. Would you keep him in the team for Lords? I would bring in Rashid instead I think
Can't wait to see Archer chucking it at the Aussies
whiteswan wrote: ↑Mon Aug 05, 2019 5:10 pm
Moeen looked so out of sorts for me Ian....a bit dejected. His bowling was off and when he was at the crease with Lyon bowling at him and he must have been wondering how come I couldn't bowl like that on this wicket. Would you keep him in the team for Lords? I would bring in Rashid instead I think
Can't wait to see Archer chucking it at the Aussies
Moen is a confidence player swannie, he has loads of natural ability but does struggle mentally. Dropping him would be massive and I doubt the selectors would call up Rashid, I think Leach would be the favourite. Rashid lacks the control with the red ball I reckon.
And yes get Archer steaming in, what a prospect that is, hopefully they will leave plenty of grass on the pitch.
hector wrote: ↑Mon Aug 05, 2019 5:23 pm
You mean there are more games??
good grief!!
Quiet you
' "Football is about the people and the players,” he said. “Then there are those who will mingle in the middle: the coaches, executives and journalists. That last group represents the worst part about football" Marcelo Bielsa