Squad has been named
Steven Smith (capt),
David Warner
Matt Renshaw
Usman Khawaja
Shaun Marsh
Pete Handscomb
Glenn Maxwell
Matthew Wade
Mitchell Marsh
Ashton Agar
Steve O'Keefe
Mitchell Starc
Mitchell Swepson
Josh Hazlewood
Jackson Bird
Nathan Lyon (is shower).
Swepson and Maxi :o
First for should have Zampa and Faulkner
Pretty much what I expected Ahmed should have been picked over Swepson he comes from the sub continent and surely was a no brainer , S Marsh this guy has had so many chances and apart from the odd good performance really has been a failure and his form of late is terrible and his brother well he only seems to play good at home in the domestic stuff and if they are going to play 2 spinners over there in the tests seems a waste of time taking him ... rating 6.5 out of ten mainly because they had a chance to pick a good leg spinner with plenty of experience playing over there but opted for ones that the Indians will dine out on
Quote from: shaker on January 15, 2017, 01:29:14 PM
Pretty much what I expected Ahmed should have been picked over Swepson he comes from the sub continent and surely was a no brainer , S Marsh this guy has had so many chances and apart from the odd good performance really has been a failure and his form of late is terrible and his brother well he only seems to play good at home in the domestic stuff and if they are going to play 2 spinners over there in the tests seems a waste of time taking him ... rating 6.5 out of ten mainly because they had a chance to pick a good leg spinner with plenty of experience playing over there but opted for ones that the Indians will dine out on
I'm fine with Smarsh in the team. Averages almost 80 in SL (which is the closest thing to India that he's played at), and averages a tick over 40 overall.
Mmarsh however...I dunno how he's gotten himself another chance. Especially when Cartwright batted well and at number 6 I'd rather a batter who can bowl a tiny bit (albeit not great) as opposed to a bowler that can bat a bit (which is what Mmarsh has effectively become in tests nowadays).
If we can not lose 4-0, I'll be happy.
Not the worst squad I've ever seen. Even Swepson just being on the tour and maybe playing some tour games would be a good experience. Maxwell and SMarsh are fine, but yeah I'm with GL, what has MMarsh done to deserve a spot? If he plays then he shouldn't bat higher than 8. Head would have been a far better selection than MMarsh, can legitimately bat and his bowling would probably be just as handy in those conditions.
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If we can not lose 4-0, I'll be happy.
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Pretty much what I expected Ahmed should have been picked over Swepson he comes from the sub continent and surely was a no brainer , S Marsh this guy has had so many chances and apart from the odd good performance really has been a failure and his form of late is terrible and his brother well he only seems to play good at home in the domestic stuff and if they are going to play 2 spinners over there in the tests seems a waste of time taking him ... rating 6.5 out of ten mainly because they had a chance to pick a good leg spinner with plenty of experience playing over there but opted for ones that the Indians will dine out on
Maybe but the last player they brought in from Asia (Khawaja) averages less than half away from home than at home :P but yes Swepson over him is a mystery (although this team does keep picking Lyon so maybe they of my have their head screwed on right for picking spinners)
SMarsh may not be a good batsman, but he's had success in Asia which is key for a team that (iirc) has been swept in their last three series in Asia (India, UAE, Sri Lanka?). I'd be playing him (46 average away from home) over Warner (36) and Ussie (30), whether it's as opener or later in the order.
Mitch I reckon would be a decent performer as well on Indian pitches, if he can do well in warm up games I'd be happy picking him at #6.
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Pretty much what I expected Ahmed should have been picked over Swepson he comes from the sub continent and surely was a no brainer , S Marsh this guy has had so many chances and apart from the odd good performance really has been a failure and his form of late is terrible and his brother well he only seems to play good at home in the domestic stuff and if they are going to play 2 spinners over there in the tests seems a waste of time taking him ... rating 6.5 out of ten mainly because they had a chance to pick a good leg spinner with plenty of experience playing over there but opted for ones that the Indians will dine out on
Maybe but the last player they brought in from Asia (Khawaja) averages less than half away from home than at home :P but yes Swepson over him is a mystery (although this team does keep picking Lyon so maybe they of my have their head screwed on right for picking spinners)
SMarsh may not be a good batsman, but he's had success in Asia which is key for a team that (iirc) has been swept in their last three series in Asia (India, UAE, Sri Lanka?). I'd be playing him (46 average away from home) over Warner (36) and Ussie (30), whether it's as opener or later in the order.
Mitch I reckon would be a decent performer as well on Indian pitches, if he can do well in warm up games I'd be happy picking him at #6.
Don't get me wrong Swepson needed to go just for the experience but Ahmed needed to be there as it is looks like they are going to run with Lyon and O'Keefe which the Indian batsmen will probably enjoy
Memeswell, Swepson -> Head, Ahmed I think.
Swepson is gonna get murdered if he plays a test.
I reckon my XI would be something like this:
Warner
Renshaw
Smarsh
Smiddy
Handscomb
Maxwell
Wade
Starc
Hazlewood
SOK
Lyon
Pending pitch conditions, Bird and Agar both could play as well. Khawaja unlucky but his form in the sub-continent is horrid. If Renshaw or Smarsh (or even Handscomb perhaps) fail for the first 2 tests, he could come in then. I'd like to see Maxwell get a decent shot at it.
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Pretty much what I expected Ahmed should have been picked over Swepson he comes from the sub continent and surely was a no brainer , S Marsh this guy has had so many chances and apart from the odd good performance really has been a failure and his form of late is terrible and his brother well he only seems to play good at home in the domestic stuff and if they are going to play 2 spinners over there in the tests seems a waste of time taking him ... rating 6.5 out of ten mainly because they had a chance to pick a good leg spinner with plenty of experience playing over there but opted for ones that the Indians will dine out on
Maybe but the last player they brought in from Asia (Khawaja) averages less than half away from home than at home :P but yes Swepson over him is a mystery (although this team does keep picking Lyon so maybe they of my have their head screwed on right for picking spinners)
SMarsh may not be a good batsman, but he's had success in Asia which is key for a team that (iirc) has been swept in their last three series in Asia (India, UAE, Sri Lanka?). I'd be playing him (46 average away from home) over Warner (36) and Ussie (30), whether it's as opener or later in the order.
Mitch I reckon would be a decent performer as well on Indian pitches, if he can do well in warm up games I'd be happy picking him at #6.
Don't get me wrong Swepson needed to go just for the experience but Ahmed needed to be there as it is looks like they are going to run with Lyon and O'Keefe which the Indian batsmen will probably enjoy
Im a big fan of Zampa so I would've sent him over for both experience and because I'm fairly sure his technique would work wonders (i.e. Better than SOK and Lyon), but oh well. Aus (and cricket teams in general) should start picking players based on conditions rather than based on their actual talent/performance/name tbh - it would certainly help with winning in Asia. Yes Warner is certainly a better batsman than SMarsh, but the opposite occurs in Asia hence why I'd pick Marsh. I'd even lean towards Mitch Marsh and Faulkner bowling better than Starc over there
My team would be Renshaw, Marsh, Warner, Smith, Handscomb (wk), Marsh, Faulkner, Starc, Hazlewood, Ahmed, Zampa (I'm a hipster)
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Pretty much what I expected Ahmed should have been picked over Swepson he comes from the sub continent and surely was a no brainer , S Marsh this guy has had so many chances and apart from the odd good performance really has been a failure and his form of late is terrible and his brother well he only seems to play good at home in the domestic stuff and if they are going to play 2 spinners over there in the tests seems a waste of time taking him ... rating 6.5 out of ten mainly because they had a chance to pick a good leg spinner with plenty of experience playing over there but opted for ones that the Indians will dine out on
Maybe but the last player they brought in from Asia (Khawaja) averages less than half away from home than at home :P but yes Swepson over him is a mystery (although this team does keep picking Lyon so maybe they of my have their head screwed on right for picking spinners)
SMarsh may not be a good batsman, but he's had success in Asia which is key for a team that (iirc) has been swept in their last three series in Asia (India, UAE, Sri Lanka?). I'd be playing him (46 average away from home) over Warner (36) and Ussie (30), whether it's as opener or later in the order.
Mitch I reckon would be a decent performer as well on Indian pitches, if he can do well in warm up games I'd be happy picking him at #6.
Don't get me wrong Swepson needed to go just for the experience but Ahmed needed to be there as it is looks like they are going to run with Lyon and O'Keefe which the Indian batsmen will probably enjoy
Im a big fan of Zampa so I would've sent him over for both experience and because I'm fairly sure his technique would work wonders (i.e. Better than SOK and Lyon), but oh well. Aus (and cricket teams in general) should start picking players based on conditions rather than based on their actual talent/performance/name tbh - it would certainly help with winning in Asia. Yes Warner is certainly a better batsman than SMarsh, but the opposite occurs in Asia hence why I'd pick Marsh. I'd even lean towards Mitch Marsh and Faulkner bowling better than Starc over there
My team would be Renshaw, Marsh, Warner, Smith, Handscomb (wk), Marsh, Faulkner, Starc, Hazlewood, Ahmed, Zampa (I'm a hipster)
Agree the key to beating teams like India at home is matching them in the spinner dept. and I can't see Lyon and O'Keefe doing that
What do people think of Wade's ability to keep to the spinners ?
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What do people think of Wade's ability to keep to the spinners ?
Would prefer Nev
I dont think we are playing any tour games maybe one in Dubai but on a different type of pitch then india of course
great schecduling need a couple of weeks in India, but nope :/
Quote from: nrich102 on January 15, 2017, 02:08:31 PM
Memeswell, Swepson -> Head, Ahmed I think.
Swepson is gonna get murdered if he plays a test.
And if he doesn't play the test and spends his time wandering the streets, he may also get murdered.
Love the upside selections though tbh. Probably a 1% chance of us winning this series, so throw some kids/high potential players over there and see how they fare. A good series in India could be the making of a player or three
Quote from: Jay on January 15, 2017, 01:56:21 PM
Not the worst squad I've ever seen. Even Swepson just being on the tour and maybe playing some tour games would be a good experience. Maxwell and SMarsh are fine, but yeah I'm with GL, what has MMarsh done to deserve a spot? If he plays then he shouldn't bat higher than 8. Head would have been a far better selection than MMarsh, can legitimately bat and his bowling would probably be just as handy in those conditions.
It isn't 2005 buddy, tour matches are replaced with "high altitude fitness training" or whatever shower they come up with. Basically the team is going to Dubai for 2 weeks. They are only playing 4 tests in India, nothing else.
Glenn Memeswell? Oh please ::)
Quote from: Jukes on January 15, 2017, 01:57:53 PM
SMarsh may not be a good batsman, but he's had success in Asia which is key for a team that (iirc) has been swept in their last three series in Asia (India, UAE, Sri Lanka?). I'd be playing him (46 average away from home) over Warner (36) and Ussie (30), whether it's as opener or later in the order.
Mitch I reckon would be a decent performer as well on Indian pitches, if he can do well in warm up games I'd be happy picking him at #6.
Agree on SMarsh, he should play the first test. teams pick bowlers based on conditions, why not batsmen? Khawaja out unless they roll with 6 bats (unlikely). Same point as above there's no trial matches unless they have an intra-squad one.
Question I want to know is how does Mitch Swepson get selected on potential + some BBL/FC performances, but Jack Wildermuth doesn't? I'd have taken Ahmed personally.
Trying to get into the selectors heads here, I think they will do the following:
SMarsh, Warner, Khawaja, Smith, Handscomb, MMarsh, Wade, SOK, Starc, Hazlewood, Lyon
Oh and also:
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Quote from: PowerBug on January 15, 2017, 09:40:48 PM
Agree on SMarsh, he should play the first test. teams pick bowlers based on conditions, why not batsmen? Khawaja out unless they roll with 6 bats (unlikely). Same point as above there's no trial matches unless they have an intra-squad one.
Question I want to know is how does Mitch Swepson get selected on potential + some BBL/FC performances, but Jack Wildermuth doesn't? I'd have taken Ahmed personally.
Trying to get into the selectors heads here, I think they will do the following:
SMarsh, Warner, Khawaja, Smith, Handscomb, MMarsh, Wade, SOK, Starc, Hazlewood, Lyon
Simple! Because we are crying out for a leg spinner, and don't particularly need another middling All-Rounder. Already have MMarsh, Cartwright, Faulkner, Henriques, Stoinis etc.
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Quote from: PowerBug on January 15, 2017, 09:40:48 PM
Agree on SMarsh, he should play the first test. teams pick bowlers based on conditions, why not batsmen? Khawaja out unless they roll with 6 bats (unlikely). Same point as above there's no trial matches unless they have an intra-squad one.
Question I want to know is how does Mitch Swepson get selected on potential + some BBL/FC performances, but Jack Wildermuth doesn't? I'd have taken Ahmed personally.
Trying to get into the selectors heads here, I think they will do the following:
SMarsh, Warner, Khawaja, Smith, Handscomb, MMarsh, Wade, SOK, Starc, Hazlewood, Lyon
Simple! Because we are crying out for a leg spinner, and don't particularly need another middling All-Rounder. Already have MMarsh, Cartwright, Faulkner, Henriques, Stoinis etc.
None of whom have shown anything useful in the long form to date? (Yet to try Stoinis) You've got a guy who is a top 6 batsman firstly, and then he's got the ability to bowl 135 clicks.
Tfw only person who knows the truth that Zampa and Faulkner would dominate in Indian conditions :'(
*adjusts tinfoil hat*
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Tfw only person who knows the truth that Zampa and Faulkner would dominate in Indian conditions :'(
*adjusts tinfoil hat*
Don't know to much about Zampa but would have loved seeing Ahmed and Faulkner in the squad instead of M Marsh and Maxwell
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Tfw only person who knows the truth that Zampa and Faulkner would dominate in Indian conditions :'(
*adjusts tinfoil hat*
Don't know to much about Zampa but would have loved seeing Ahmed and Faulkner in the squad instead of M Marsh and Maxwell
Zampa is a slightly better version of Swepson - good variation, accurate bowler, has a fair bit of that X-factor, and would get good then on Indian pitches. I'd go with him over Ahmed because Ahmed's already 34 and I don't see him being the best current option either.
Definitely a fan of Faulkner in India - also has great accuracy and variation in his bowling and would get nice movement off the pitch in India unlike over here, and his pace is decent. I'd say if he was given the same amount of overs in India as Starc he'd easily take more wickets, Starc won't be any good over there
http://www.theroar.com.au/2017/01/16/despite-stats-history-form-mitch-marsh-now-considered-test-bowling-rounder/
An article for Jukes to enjoy :)
I would have preferred Neville as well.
Why is Maxy picked as an all-rounder yet hasnt bowled a ball in the first 2 games of the ODI, hasnt played a test for 4 years, bats below Wade for Victoria and Australia are looking to blood new players (Hilton). If he bats below the keeper then he is a bowler, i would rather play an extra bowler instead of Maxy. I would have picked Head before Maxy.
MMarsh got dropped from the team yet comes back in as the all rounder. If we had played a 5th bowler they would have scored more than MMarsh.
We are worried about our opening bowlers bowling too much, yet we are only taking 3 seamers. WTF
Had a massive discussion with my mates regarding the team the other night and a thought was brought up. Was Maxy chosen because the Indian public recognise him as a T20 player and hope to get more people to the tests
If we can get 10 overs from part timers (Warner, Smith, etc) then we dont need an all rounder. Starc and hazle to bowl 15 overs each and 20 overs each from the spinners if we pick 2 spinners. I think we will pick 2 spinners as we only chose 3 front line seamers. Maxy doesnt play unless injuries. We will pick either MMarsh or Agar
Turtle, Reverend, Salt, Smudge, Hank, Nice Gary, Starc, Hoff, Garry are already picked for every test.
Uzzie misses due to form in India, although Salt can't be trusted to stay fit for 5 days.
2 out of Bird, Maxy, MMarsh, Swepson, SOK, Agar
Agar and SOK bowl the same so its whether they go with Agars batting over SOKs bowling.
If Agar is picked then either Bird or MMarsh
If Bird is picked then Agar is the 2nd spinner.
If SOK is picked then MMarsh comes in
Solid start against India A
Smith and Marsh making centuries , Handscomb with a nice dig as well.
It was a meaningless game against random opposition, was there any doubt Smith would score a ton? ::)
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It was a meaningless game against random opposition, was there any doubt Smith would score a ton? ::)
Getting runs in foreign conditions is always good for the confidence
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It was a meaningless game against random opposition, was there any doubt Smith would score a ton? ::)
Getting runs in foreign conditions is always good for the confidence
Jukes has clearly gone fishing here hawks, let this garbage through to the keeper ;)
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It was a meaningless game against random opposition, was there any doubt Smith would score a ton? ::)
Getting runs in foreign conditions is always good for the confidence
Jukes has clearly gone fishing here hawks, let this garbage through to the keeper ;)
Lad if you know anything about cricket you'd know Smith is one of the biggest flat track bullies in the world.
You wouldn't remember last ashes series because you were off the bandwagon then, but in the two winning matches (one meaningless, one that couldn't be lost by batting first) he scored 215, 58, and 143 - compared to 33, 33, 7, 8, 6, and 5 in the matches that defined the series where it was right on the line.
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Keep going son, I'll reply when the baiting is deemed worthy.
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Quote from: Jukes on February 18, 2017, 12:23:09 AM
It was a meaningless game against random opposition, was there any doubt Smith would score a ton? ::)
Getting runs in foreign conditions is always good for the confidence
Jukes has clearly gone fishing here hawks, let this garbage through to the keeper ;)
Lad if you know anything about cricket you'd know Smith is one of the biggest flat track bullies in the world.
You wouldn't remember last ashes series because you were off the bandwagon then, but in the two winning matches (one meaningless, one that couldn't be lost by batting first) he scored 215, 58, and 143 - compared to 33, 33, 7, 8, 6, and 5 in the matches that defined the series where it was right on the line.
To be fair he made some decent tons in the whitewash, before the series was decided. Also, has it occurred that Smith scoring runs might be the reason Australia win, as opposed to the other way round? ;)
Smith and SMarsh will be the only two to score anything meaningful in India so at least they are in form!
I assume this pitch will in no way resemble what we'll be playing on against India.
But hey, runs are runs!
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Quote from: Jukes on February 18, 2017, 12:23:09 AM
It was a meaningless game against random opposition, was there any doubt Smith would score a ton? ::)
Getting runs in foreign conditions is always good for the confidence
Jukes has clearly gone fishing here hawks, let this garbage through to the keeper ;)
Lad if you know anything about cricket you'd know Smith is one of the biggest flat track bullies in the world.
You wouldn't remember last ashes series because you were off the bandwagon then, but in the two winning matches (one meaningless, one that couldn't be lost by batting first) he scored 215, 58, and 143 - compared to 33, 33, 7, 8, 6, and 5 in the matches that defined the series where it was right on the line.
To be fair he made some decent tons in the whitewash, before the series was decided. Also, has it occurred that Smith scoring runs might be the reason Australia win, as opposed to the other way round? ;)
Smith and SMarsh will be the only two to score anything meaningful in India so at least they are in form!
Averaged 40.88 in 2013/14, and in the 2015 ashes' two wins he scored 215/566 (37%), 58 out of 254 (22%), and 143 out of 481 (29%). Real one man team effort eh
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Quote from: Jukes on February 18, 2017, 12:23:09 AM
It was a meaningless game against random opposition, was there any doubt Smith would score a ton? ::)
Getting runs in foreign conditions is always good for the confidence
Jukes has clearly gone fishing here hawks, let this garbage through to the keeper ;)
Lad if you know anything about cricket you'd know Smith is one of the biggest flat track bullies in the world.
You wouldn't remember last ashes series because you were off the bandwagon then, but in the two winning matches (one meaningless, one that couldn't be lost by batting first) he scored 215, 58, and 143 - compared to 33, 33, 7, 8, 6, and 5 in the matches that defined the series where it was right on the line.
To be fair he made some decent tons in the whitewash, before the series was decided. Also, has it occurred that Smith scoring runs might be the reason Australia win, as opposed to the other way round? ;)
Smith and SMarsh will be the only two to score anything meaningful in India so at least they are in form!
Averaged 40.88 in 2013/14, and in the 2015 ashes' two wins he scored 215/566 (37%), 58 out of 254 (22%), and 143 out of 481 (29%). Real one man team effort eh
He came in at 78/1 and got out at 533/6 at 1-0 down in an Ashes series away from home? Him and Chris Rogers were the only two to pass 50 in that 566. In what world is that a flat track bully score?? The 58 was a swinging contest as shown by the Strike Rates. And yes the 143 was in a dead rubber but again his innings at number 3 sets up the win (he was given a decent platform when he came in however).
Also the ton I was talking about was the Perth 1st innings one where he's come in at 106/3 and Warner and Bailey fell not too long after leaving then 143/5. He's then the 8th man out with the score on 338.
Steve Smith averages 68 at home and
57 away! That's an amazing away average. He averages 75 in Australia's first innings, and 42 in their second innings. He averages
89 when batting in the first innings of the match. Opposite of flat track bully.
Only thing you have in your favour is the following: Averages 82 when Australia win, 31 when Australia lose ;)
Test team prediction
Warner
Renshaw
Smith
S Marsh
Handscomb
M Marsh
Wade
Starc
Hazlewood
O'Keefe
Lyon
Edit: Removed Khawaja and brought in M Marsh
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Test team prediction
Warner
Renshaw
Smith
S Marsh
Handscomb
M Marsh
Wade
Starc
Hazlewood
O'Keefe
Lyon
Edit: Removed Khawaja and brought in M Marsh
I suppose the wicket for the first test will good for spin so I would rather see Agar in there for M Marsh who has failed miserably whenever he plays for Australia
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Test team prediction
Warner
Renshaw
Smith
S Marsh
Handscomb
M Marsh
Wade
Starc
Hazlewood
O'Keefe
Lyon
Edit: Removed Khawaja and brought in M Marsh
I suppose the wicket for the first test will good for spin so I would rather see Agar in there for M Marsh who has failed miserably whenever he plays for Australia
Except that M Marsh has the 4th best average (28) against spin in Asia behind S Marsh (91), S Smith (38) & D Warner (30). That being said, I would be happy with either Agar over M Marsh
I think that will be the way they go. Mitch Marsh seems to be in from what I'm reading, and it's just Renshaw vs Khawaja (How is Renshaw's spot in the side even up for debate?)
The bowlers are chosen as well, I think O'Keefe bats at 8 though.
Yeh, O'Keefe probably bats higher, I just grouped the bowlers :)
So apparently this XI has been mentioned:
Warner, Renshaw, SMarsh, Smith, Handscomb, MMarsh, Wade, SOK, Starc/Hazlewood, Lyon, Swepson.
Yep, dropping either Starc or Hazlewood just to fit in a 3rd spinner ::)
Steve Smith doesn't trust Glenn Maxwell (thank god) as much as the selectors did when they picked him. So Mitch Marsh is fairly safe. With Agar bowling nothing too different to SOK his spot is unlikely (Unless they think he can bat at 6 or 7).
But it looks likely that the XI will be the one we've discussed above. It's going to be a long 4 tests :-\
Smiddy won the toss and elected to bat
Warner
Renshaw
Smith
S.Marsh
Handscomb
M.Marsh
Wade
Starc
O'Keefe
Lyon
Hazlewood
Smith listed at 3, I reckon Marsh will bat there
Australian Team
DA Warner, MT Renshaw, SPD Smith*, SE Marsh, PSP Handscomb, MR Marsh, MS Wade†, SNJ O'Keefe, NM Lyon, MA Starc, JR Hazlewood
Trust on the dusty pitch we are not a pace bowler too many.
JAYA HEYYYYY
don't mind the Indian anthem
Ashwin opening
probably bowl 45 overs
does anyone know if reviews are in effect this series?
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 23, 2017, 04:10:40 PM
does anyone know if reviews are in effect this series?
I believe te answer is yes. Check the cricinfo summary page it'll show how many reviews each team has left. If nothing is there then no reviews in place!
Had a check on my phone and it says two reviews left each. So yes it seems :o
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Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 23, 2017, 04:10:40 PM
does anyone know if reviews are in effect this series?
I believe te answer is yes. Check the cricinfo summary page it'll show how many reviews each team has left. If nothing is there then no reviews in place!
Had a check on my phone and it says two reviews left each. So yes it seems :o
good thinking!
good start from the boys. Renshaw solid in defence and Davey not goin nuts early
as I say that he tries to smash the first ball after drinks
Some very early turn from Ashwin - One that beat Renshaw really turned so much I thought he nicked it.
bat on pad fo sho
yep. review wasted
Spin from both ends after 9 overs. ;)
Bowled off a no-ie!
Warner bowled
...on a no-ball ;D
went for 4 too
And it was a massive no ball as well no doubt at all probably a foot over, How spinners can bowl such a no ball is beyond me.
I dunno why I thought it was drinks before
Smiddy in at 3
Renshaw off to take a leak
or wait. retired ill? the flower is goin on
Dehli Belly?
India have wasted both reviews. noice
The way Renshaw ran off looked like he needed to get somewhere quick :P
Quote from: shaker on February 23, 2017, 07:00:39 PM
The way Renshaw ran off looked like he needed to get somewhere quick :P
spewin it couldn't wait a couple of overs. now he's gonna have to start again when he gets back out there
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 23, 2017, 07:05:07 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 23, 2017, 07:00:39 PM
The way Renshaw ran off looked like he needed to get somewhere quick :P
spewin it couldn't wait a couple of overs. now he's gonna have to start again when he gets back out there
I'm just happy nothing seems to phase this young bloke
Quote from: shaker on February 23, 2017, 07:00:39 PM
The way Renshaw ran off looked like he needed to get somewhere quick :P
Remember he is only 20 so more than likely has not been exposed to sub continental food and conditions. Hopefully he recovers to bat again.
And remember only Glenn Maxwell doesn't concentrate when batting. Renshaw is probably the most focused of all players, can't have him focusing on not showerting himself ;D
FFS
Sack Kettleborough. Clearly can't umpire anymore ;D
FFS Smithy why that shot so close to tea. All the hard work done.
India's number 9 (Jayant Yadav) has a FC batting average of 30.50 and Test batting average of 73.66 (Only batted 4 times and scored a ton in that).
Australia number 6 has a FC batting average of 29.50 and a Test average of 23.18.
Quote from: PowerBug on February 23, 2017, 08:56:33 PM
India's number 9 (Jayant Yadav) has a FC batting average of 30.50 and Test batting average of 73.66 (Only batted 4 times and scored a ton in that).
Australia number 6 has a FC batting average of 29.50 and a Test average of 23.18.
Australia's no. 10 averages 24.33 and India's averages 8.75 ::)
But yeah, Mitch Marsh isn't impressive
Quote from: plumdog millionaire on February 23, 2017, 09:03:12 PM
Quote from: PowerBug on February 23, 2017, 08:56:33 PM
India's number 9 (Jayant Yadav) has a FC batting average of 30.50 and Test batting average of 73.66 (Only batted 4 times and scored a ton in that).
Australia number 6 has a FC batting average of 29.50 and a Test average of 23.18.
Australia's no. 10 averages 24.33 and India's averages 8.75 ::)
But yeah, Mitch Marsh isn't impressive
Yeah but that is 10 against 10. This is our 6 not being a batsman that is any better than the oppositions number 9! :o
Mitch Marsh is good enough to bowl from number 6 in the batting order, and good enough to bat at number 8, but you can't play him in either spot because he can't bowl from 8 or bat from 6 :P (If that makes sense)
Been watching at the pub all day
now at home so can relax and watch it
Renshaw batting really well
This pitch is minimum 400 so need a huge score from Renshaw
Bye Mitch. Play Agar.
Mitch is flowering hopeless against spin
flower me
Quote from: PowerBug on February 23, 2017, 09:05:44 PM
Quote from: plumdog millionaire on February 23, 2017, 09:03:12 PM
Quote from: PowerBug on February 23, 2017, 08:56:33 PM
India's number 9 (Jayant Yadav) has a FC batting average of 30.50 and Test batting average of 73.66 (Only batted 4 times and scored a ton in that).
Australia number 6 has a FC batting average of 29.50 and a Test average of 23.18.
Australia's no. 10 averages 24.33 and India's averages 8.75 ::)
But yeah, Mitch Marsh isn't impressive
Yeah but that is 10 against 10. This is our 6 not being a batsman that is any better than the oppositions number 9! :o
Mitch Marsh is good enough to bowl from number 6 in the batting order, and good enough to bat at number 8, but you can't play him in either spot because he can't bowl from 8 or bat from 6 :P (If that makes sense)
??? Have you changed allegiances? :P
New team. Same Mitch Marsh
Renshaw 50
flower im loving his batting
Quote from: Rusty00 on February 23, 2017, 09:09:34 PM
Quote from: PowerBug on February 23, 2017, 09:05:44 PM
Quote from: plumdog millionaire on February 23, 2017, 09:03:12 PM
Quote from: PowerBug on February 23, 2017, 08:56:33 PM
India's number 9 (Jayant Yadav) has a FC batting average of 30.50 and Test batting average of 73.66 (Only batted 4 times and scored a ton in that).
Australia number 6 has a FC batting average of 29.50 and a Test average of 23.18.
Australia's no. 10 averages 24.33 and India's averages 8.75 ::)
But yeah, Mitch Marsh isn't impressive
Yeah but that is 10 against 10. This is our 6 not being a batsman that is any better than the oppositions number 9! :o
Mitch Marsh is good enough to bowl from number 6 in the batting order, and good enough to bat at number 8, but you can't play him in either spot because he can't bowl from 8 or bat from 6 :P (If that makes sense)
??? Have you changed allegiances? :P
This is the only time I support Australia, against India :P (Note: If they put Glenn Maxwell in the team I'll support India)
Quote from: PowerBug on February 23, 2017, 09:12:16 PM
Quote from: Rusty00 on February 23, 2017, 09:09:34 PM
Quote from: PowerBug on February 23, 2017, 09:05:44 PM
Quote from: plumdog millionaire on February 23, 2017, 09:03:12 PM
Quote from: PowerBug on February 23, 2017, 08:56:33 PM
India's number 9 (Jayant Yadav) has a FC batting average of 30.50 and Test batting average of 73.66 (Only batted 4 times and scored a ton in that).
Australia number 6 has a FC batting average of 29.50 and a Test average of 23.18.
Australia's no. 10 averages 24.33 and India's averages 8.75 ::)
But yeah, Mitch Marsh isn't impressive
Yeah but that is 10 against 10. This is our 6 not being a batsman that is any better than the oppositions number 9! :o
Mitch Marsh is good enough to bowl from number 6 in the batting order, and good enough to bat at number 8, but you can't play him in either spot because he can't bowl from 8 or bat from 6 :P (If that makes sense)
??? Have you changed allegiances? :P
This is the only time I support Australia, against India :P (Note: If they put Glenn Maxwell in the team I'll support India)
Maxwell would score more then marsh, but his offies are pies compared to what Marsh can bowl
didnt look out but who knows
I'd still name Marsh as a bowler on these pitches over Hazlewood and that guy who can only get wickets in the first over and against bowlers (Starc) tbh
Faulkner too
Im annoyed by this score
great pitch if you are steady and get in (Renshaw)
but we will be lucky to get 300, Renshaw is the key but may run outta partners
Quote from: Hawka on February 23, 2017, 09:40:51 PM
Im annoyed by this score
great pitch if you are steady and get in (Renshaw)
but we will be lucky to get 300, Renshaw is the key but may run outta partners
After our start we really should've been looking at 350.
This really has a stench of the 1st test against South Africa in Australia, blowing a decent start.
Quote from: Hawka on February 23, 2017, 09:40:51 PM
Im annoyed by this score
great pitch if you are steady and get in (Renshaw)
but we will be lucky to get 300, Renshaw is the key but may run outta partners
Nice jinx :P
Hello 4-0 loss
Lets see how Marsh bowls but it is looking like a big mistake playing him over Agar if he can't take wickets then he should not play again this series
Wtf I go out for a couple hours and we flowering collapse again
Starc with some valuable runs
Well that was selfish Hazelwood! You ruined the partnership :P
Things to look forward to tomorrow according to Warnie
Kohli batting
The Australian spinners
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.
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Wade keeping
Yeah I'm looking forward to that because I really like watching train wrecks :'( :'( :'(
Quote from: Gigantor on February 23, 2017, 10:53:44 PM
Things to look forward to tomorrow according to Warnie
Kohli batting
The Australian spinners
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Wade keeping
Yeah I'm looking forward to that because I really like watching train wrecks :'( :'( :'(
Well he did say, and I quote "this could be a match winning partnership" from Starc and Hazelwood ::)
Kind of funny watching Hazelwood annoy the Indian bowlers though as he stands there and swings at every ball and gets no where near it every time ;D
Not a horrible first day but it could of been so much better
Mitch Marsh averages 23 bats 6
Mitch Starc averages 24 bats 8
Quote from: BratPack on February 23, 2017, 11:14:40 PM
Mitch Marsh averages 23 bats 6
Mitch Starc averages 24 bats 8
Sportsbet Facebook page? ;D
Well yeah obviously Starc is our best batter on Indian pitches /s
SOK with the new ball :o
Quote from: PowerBug on February 24, 2017, 04:10:52 PM
SOK with the new ball :o
Sri Lanka in 2003 (Warne or Macgill) and West indies 2012 (Beer) are the only times i can recall giving a spinner an opening over
Quote from: Hawka on February 24, 2017, 04:18:16 PM
Quote from: PowerBug on February 24, 2017, 04:10:52 PM
SOK with the new ball :o
Sri Lanka in 2003 (Warne or Macgill) and West indies 2012 (Beer) are the only times i can recall giving a spinner an opening over
And when you have one of the best bowlers in the world as an option, why not use him at the start?
Yessss Hazeyyyyy
Could've gotten him earlier if he opened the bowling ;)
If Lyon, SOK and Marsh (if he bowls) just don't do completely shower and relieve all pressure, Starc and Hazlewood are good enough to do the rest and get 20 wickets a match between them ;D
great ball Starcy. pace and bounce
YASSSSSSSSSSSSSS
YOU BEAUTY
STARC!
showerhouse shot Kohli but we'll take it
FIREEEEEEEEEEE
definite chance
got iiiiim
looks like he's hurt himself
got him yes piss off you're out
that's just a free way to look if it was a no-ball
get off the ground
SOK!!
HOLY SOK
SOK ON FIRE!!
Yeah look, wasn't even a maiden, so can still do better tbqh
But not bad
WHAT THE flower IS GOING ON
Holy smoke! And Lyon gets involved!!
What has Handscombe added to the field couple of sharp catches there,
bet Rahul is spewin on his shot now
Holy crap! Check the score when I got home and they 3/93.......now this!
Just checked the score 7/95 is that correct ?
Quote from: shaker on February 24, 2017, 07:20:28 PM
Just checked the score 7/95 is that correct ?
nah mate
7/98 :(
make that 8/98
What the actual flower!!!!
This is crazy haha
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 24, 2017, 07:21:50 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 24, 2017, 07:20:28 PM
Just checked the score 7/95 is that correct ?
nah mate
7/98 :(
make that 8/98
Wow guessing we won't be hearing to much from Jukes today :P
SOK is on fire!
Another one!! But reviewed :o
was his arm guard touching his glove though? is that still a rule?
Overturned
Love this stat
Since lunch, 5.1 over, six runs and five wickets
SOKy gets his fifth
how good's he been after lunch
can thank Rahul for this
With Renshaw off the ground as per rules do not think he can open so hopefully no big collapse when we bat.
Quote from: Ringo on February 24, 2017, 07:33:55 PM
With Renshaw off the ground as per rules do not think he can open so hopefully no big collapse when we bat.
wonder who opens if he can't? SMarsh?
SOKy finishes with 6/35
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 24, 2017, 07:38:27 PM
Quote from: Ringo on February 24, 2017, 07:33:55 PM
With Renshaw off the ground as per rules do not think he can open so hopefully no big collapse when we bat.
wonder who opens if he can't? SMarsh?
Yup
Because of the time he was off, I don't he can bat until very late in the day (seeing as we are roughly halfway through the day now). Or he can bat at number 7 regardless of when the 5th wicket falls.
India losing 7/11 their worst in all tests.
Quote from: Jukes on February 24, 2017, 07:37:39 PM
Quote from: Gigantor on February 24, 2017, 07:28:37 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 24, 2017, 07:25:35 PM
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 24, 2017, 07:21:50 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 24, 2017, 07:20:28 PM
Just checked the score 7/95 is that correct ?
nah mate
7/98
make that 8/98
Wow guessing we won't be hearing to much from Jukes today :P
;D ;D ;D
How many wickets did you guys take today
Quit living so vicariously tbh
Haha there he is I know it's painful for you watching the Aussies going good :P
Oh so Warne said he's only got another half hour or so to go. Did he field at some point I just assumed he didn't field at all today?
Apparently according to reports he can bat at 1:58pm.
Do not let this one slip boys.
feck
Quote from: Ringo on February 24, 2017, 08:05:35 PM
Apparently according to reports he can bat at 1:58pm.
Do not let this one slip boys.
So about 10-12 minutes from now?
How many do Australia want to lead by? 300? 250? Mitch Marsh and Matt Wade might bat alright if they come in with the lead at 250. More freedom, get to go into ODI mode.
Quote from: PowerBug on February 24, 2017, 08:11:41 PM
Quote from: Ringo on February 24, 2017, 08:05:35 PM
Apparently according to reports he can bat at 1:58pm.
Do not let this one slip boys.
So about 10-12 minutes from now?
How many do Australia want to lead by? 300? 250? Mitch Marsh and Matt Wade might bat alright if they come in with the lead at 250. More freedom, get to go into ODI mode.
I want at least 400. don't see Kohli getting out so cheaply again
over rate at 22 per hour
and another howler from Kettleborough obviously missing from start but gee it took a long time to confirm.
India may be regretting allowing DRS.
please be okay Renny
SOK just proving what everyone knew.
Nathan Lyon is shower
Mitch Marsh has secured himself a spot at no. 6 for the rest of the series
Quote from: plumdog millionaire on February 24, 2017, 10:33:25 PM
Mitch Marsh has secured himself a spot at no. 6 for the rest of the series
Classic
Shane Watson Mitch Marsh!
Quote from: Rusty00 on February 24, 2017, 10:41:30 PM
Quote from: plumdog millionaire on February 24, 2017, 10:33:25 PM
Mitch Marsh has secured himself a spot at no. 6 for the rest of the series
Classic Shane Watson Mitch Marsh!
Virat is the real Shane Watson here
http://www.espncricinfo.com/india-v-australia-2016-17/content/story/1084102.html
Quote104 Number of consecutive innings across all three International formats without a duck for Virat Kohli, before Mitchell Starc got him second-ball in this match. His last duck was in an ODI in Cardiff in 2014. This was his fifth duck in Tests and first in a home Test.
Geez I knew he was in good form but 104 innings without a duck is crazy !
His last test duck was also on that tour of England at Old Trafford. And 6 Indians got a duck in that innings. He also averages like 60 against Australia and 80 in the last 9 games (This season's home tests)
Gotta say, this has the makings of a great series, but Australia need to finish this match off. It was impossible not to ride every ball in that SOK spell it was just brilliant!
Quote from: PowerBug on February 25, 2017, 01:06:33 AM
His last test duck was also on that tour of England at Old Trafford. And 6 Indians got a duck in that innings.
He also averages like 60 against Australia and 80 in the last 9 games (This season's home tests)
So he's gonna score 120 in the 2nd innings then? :p
Lets hope the rat gets a pair
TBH would like to see Australia push lead to 400 as can not see such weak dismissals in second innings especially Koli. Remember India chased down 387 in 2008 to beat England.
Yeah Aussies need another 100+ we can't underestimate the Indians but we still need the rat to get a pair that would be awesome and probably break there back
Marsh gone but we are pushing towards 400 lead I hope
Yep. Really seeing the benefit of the Starc/Hazelwood partnership now.
It's only day 3. Bat until at least tea today imo. Get a 500 run lead ;)
Tbh can't see any team surviving even close to 2 days on this pitch.
200 up c'mon boys keep it going
lucky Wade
the Kettle's having a shocker
...god dammit
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 25, 2017, 04:56:39 PM
lucky Wade
the Kettle's having a shocker
Getting blacker by the minute ;) Definite edge there but Koli only himself to blame especially with first review yesterday.
flower i love Smithy
flower yeah 8)
A 100 on this pitch is basically worth 150+ on any other
Typical Smith, padding his stats in the second innings when the teams on top............ :P
Well done Smithy the Indians will be fuming how many times did they drop him anyway onto a 400 lead and beyond ;D
400 lead up 500 possible ?
shower
still need more. keep goin Starcy
well batted skip
Starc gone but he done his job gotta try and eek out another 20 or 30
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 05:44:36 PM
Starc gone but he done his job gotta try and eek out another 20 or 30
And now Lyon joining the party with a six. Hopefully a wicket does not fall in the next 2 overs though so we get a lunch break and more pain on Indians.
Atrocious fielding effort there from Yadav.
Jinxed again but a nice lead,
30 wickets 650 runs lunch day 3 :o the Indians might have outsmarted themselves with this pitch
THE SOK
onya Kettle
flower yeahhhhh Lyno
another review. looked out live
geeeeez India unlucky there. really aggressive umpiring
No reviews left already. It's all set up for Kohli to get a howler given out :P
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 25, 2017, 07:12:38 PM
flower yeahhhhh Lyno
another review. looked out live
geeeeez India unlucky there. really aggressive umpiring
C'mon mate you are not feeling sorry for them are you :P
Quote from: Rusty00 on February 25, 2017, 07:13:52 PM
No reviews left already. It's all set up for Kohli to get a howler given out :P
(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRtL0ncz1MVQYKwsnVCU7kjQ4NvdtnTII5N4RDnrRGyjQpV2psdc6K9Xamm)
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 07:15:33 PM
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 25, 2017, 07:12:38 PM
flower yeahhhhh Lyno
another review. looked out live
geeeeez India unlucky there. really aggressive umpiring
C'mon mate you are not feeling sorry for them are you :P
no. not at all :P enjoying every bit of it
that was a little unlucky though
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 25, 2017, 07:16:40 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 07:15:33 PM
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 25, 2017, 07:12:38 PM
flower yeahhhhh Lyno
another review. looked out live
geeeeez India unlucky there. really aggressive umpiring
C'mon mate you are not feeling sorry for them are you :P
no. not at all :P enjoying every bit of it
that was a little unlucky though
Playing back was the issue me thinks - possibly would have survived if he played forward.
Need Kohli early
worried about him
that was out...
wonder how costly that will be
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 25, 2017, 07:35:48 PM
that was out...
wonder how costly that will be
Only query was is the enough evidence to overturn or remain as umpires call. But agree should have been reviewed especially seeing it was Koli.
WOOHOIOOOO! ;D
That's as good as a pair ;D
HOLY flower
we can win this!!
great review that time!
Quote from: Hawka on February 25, 2017, 08:21:18 PM
HOLY flower
we can win this!!
If it suddenly rained for 2 days straight I'd find it pretty funny :P Although they might not even make it to stumps haha
All going pear shaped for India ATM this is awesome 8)
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 25, 2017, 08:22:59 PM
great review that time!
Kettleborough looked a bit annoyed/embarrassed he had to change another decision.
Quote from: Rusty00 on February 25, 2017, 08:25:20 PM
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 25, 2017, 08:22:59 PM
great review that time!
Kettleborough looked a bit annoyed/embarrassed he had to change another decision.
How many is that this test? He'd be livid with himself.
Quote from: Rusty00 on February 25, 2017, 08:25:20 PM
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 25, 2017, 08:22:59 PM
great review that time!
Kettleborough looked a bit annoyed/embarrassed he had to change another decision.
If that was the only one he got wrong I would be ok with that, it was a tough call. It's all the other shower that's the problem
Another gone funny they prepare pitches at home that there rivals fear seems to have back fired this time
That last one didn't look out, bad luck India ;D
Mickey Arthur was right all along. Doing your homework does pay off!
SOK!!!!
SOK 15 watch
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 08:40:43 PM
Another gone funny they prepare pitches at home that there rivals fear seems to have back fired this time
You'd know a lot about that eh mate ;)
(http://i.imgur.com/9uRwWdH.png)
dammit Lyno
SOK 14 watch
Quote from: Jukes on February 25, 2017, 09:00:02 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 08:40:43 PM
Another gone funny they prepare pitches at home that there rivals fear seems to have back fired this time
You'd know a lot about that eh mate ;)
(http://i.imgur.com/9uRwWdH.png)
This must be burning bad mate being the perennial Aussie hater ha ha ha :P
Quote from: Jukes on February 25, 2017, 09:00:02 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 08:40:43 PM
Another gone funny they prepare pitches at home that there rivals fear seems to have back fired this time
You'd know a lot about that eh mate ;)
(http://i.imgur.com/9uRwWdH.png)
How did i know you would appear with something about a past ashes :P
ONE WICKET !
flower yeah boys
did not expect that
One of my favorite victories of all time!
You aussies!!!!
Quote from: Jukes on February 24, 2017, 07:37:39 PM
Quote from: Gigantor on February 24, 2017, 07:28:37 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 24, 2017, 07:25:35 PM
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on February 24, 2017, 07:21:50 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 24, 2017, 07:20:28 PM
Just checked the score 7/95 is that correct ?
nah mate
7/98
make that 8/98
Wow guessing we won't be hearing to much from Jukes today :P
;D ;D ;D
How many wickets did you guys take today
Quit living so vicariously tbh
Well my Aussie hating friend that's 10 wickets the day you posted this + 10 wickets today so let me live vicariously with our Aussie guns you do when the Poms are winning .... oh hang on they have not won anything for quite a while you only have distance memories of what winning is like because they are shower ha ha ha GO AUSSIES GO AUSSIES
Must be burning real bad :P
Oh man the Indian boys are going to absolutely cop it at work on Monday haha
Haha boof reckons the pitch might be a bit different in the next test
Damn that is an impressive win but geez the umps had a shocker :P L-L-L-L-long just wanted to go home with that last decision. Wasn't even close!
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 09:22:05 PM
Well my Aussie hating friend that's 10 wickets the day you posted this + 10 wickets today so let me live vicariously with our Aussie guns you do when the Poms are winning .... oh hang on they have not won anything for quite a while you only have distance memories of what winning is like because they are shower ha ha ha GO AUSSIES GO AUSSIES
Must be burning real bad :P
I don't hate Aussies (or their cricket team that much), I just hate you dickheads ;)
Quote from: Jukes on February 25, 2017, 10:09:34 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 09:22:05 PM
Well my Aussie hating friend that's 10 wickets the day you posted this + 10 wickets today so let me live vicariously with our Aussie guns you do when the Poms are winning .... oh hang on they have not won anything for quite a while you only have distance memories of what winning is like because they are shower ha ha ha GO AUSSIES GO AUSSIES
Must be burning real bad :P
I don't hate Aussies (or their cricket team that much), I just hate you dickheads ;)
Woah, I thought we were Co-Coaches. :'(
;)
Quote from: Jukes on February 25, 2017, 10:09:34 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 09:22:05 PM
Well my Aussie hating friend that's 10 wickets the day you posted this + 10 wickets today so let me live vicariously with our Aussie guns you do when the Poms are winning .... oh hang on they have not won anything for quite a while you only have distance memories of what winning is like because they are shower ha ha ha GO AUSSIES GO AUSSIES
Must be burning real bad :P
I don't hate Aussies (or their cricket team that much), I just hate you dickheads ;)
Wow must be burning even more than I thought haha awesome ;D
Kohli would have been fairly filthy with his openers for wasting both reviews.
Meant he couldn't review his own dismissal.
Quote from: Jukes on February 25, 2017, 10:09:34 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 09:22:05 PM
Well my Aussie hating friend that's 10 wickets the day you posted this + 10 wickets today so let me live vicariously with our Aussie guns you do when the Poms are winning .... oh hang on they have not won anything for quite a while you only have distance memories of what winning is like because they are shower ha ha ha GO AUSSIES GO AUSSIES
Must be burning real bad :P
I don't hate Aussies (or their cricket team that much), I just hate you dickheads ;)
You seem to take this stuff so personally shaker haha, the AUS/ENG and AUS/IND rivalries are the greatest things about cricket imho. Wouldn't have ya any other way Jukesy <3
Quote from: GoLions on February 25, 2017, 11:25:11 PM
Quote from: Jukes on February 25, 2017, 10:09:34 PM
Quote from: shaker on February 25, 2017, 09:22:05 PM
Well my Aussie hating friend that's 10 wickets the day you posted this + 10 wickets today so let me live vicariously with our Aussie guns you do when the Poms are winning .... oh hang on they have not won anything for quite a while you only have distance memories of what winning is like because they are shower ha ha ha GO AUSSIES GO AUSSIES
Must be burning real bad :P
I don't hate Aussies (or their cricket team that much), I just hate you dickheads ;)
You seem to take this stuff so personally shaker haha, the AUS/ENG and AUS/IND rivalries are the greatest things about cricket imho. Wouldn't have ya any other way Jukesy <3
Jukesy gives as good as he gets so don't you worry to much about our ongoing banter it is well under control , thanks for your concern ;)
INDIA YOU PLAYED YOURSELVES YOU FOOLS
India won the toss and elected to bat
sheet
Guessing this pitch is a road
500 incoming ::)
If Australia apply themselves in first innings and stay in days 4 and 5 could be interesting especially if Australia build a lead. lots of ifs and buts and all of a sudden this series has come alive.
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOD STARCY
Think a review would have been interesting but suspect it may have stayed with umpires call. A lot more review worthy than those in Pune though,
all over him Lyno. beautiful bowling 8)
Why was Nair dropped before this series?
GOAT
Boy oh boy wowee
A bit busy yesterday forgot about the cricket wow saw the score this morning GO AUSSIES Lyon 8/50 never saw him doing that over there :o
YEp was watching the AFLW game with Lionesses and after game went to check score and went WOWEE> And Lyon 8 for great,
Renshaw and Warner safely through the stumps despite the odd ball keeping low.
I was expecting to wake up and see 3 or 4 for 300+ with the rat still in with how they were talking about the pitch and even though I read you could not get any more plumb LBW he still went upstairs he is clearly rattled with what is going on ;D
bit of heat in this. loving it
ahhh had to keep your head down Matty. a great innings though
flower me
he isn't making runs or taking wickets
why is he playing
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 05, 2017, 08:45:33 PM
flower me
he isn't making runs or taking wickets
why is he playing
Because he has the potential to do both :P But yes, could pick Khawaja who will make runs, or pick an Agar/Bird/Swepson who will take wickets instead :-\
outside off?
nooooiice. didn't really think that was out
that was close
no ball though
yeah that looked plumb
good review that, Kohli
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 05, 2017, 09:39:49 PM
good review that, Kohli
Gosh the Indian players will be on the backs of the BCCI telling them to get rid of it again ;D
Slow and steady boys build that lead
Such an interesting day of cricket, if we could somehow scratch along to 300 thats huge!
Quote from: PowerBug on March 05, 2017, 10:02:33 PM
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 05, 2017, 09:39:49 PM
good review that, Kohli
Gosh the Indian players will be on the backs of the BCCI telling them to get rid of it again ;D
The Indians need it to be like SC and get 30 reviews an innings. They
might get 1 right ::)
Say Khawaja came in for Mitch Marsh, would they bat him at 6? I feel like this is why they'll legit play Glenn Maxwell next test.
Quote from: PowerBug on March 05, 2017, 08:50:46 PM
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 05, 2017, 08:45:33 PM
flower me
he isn't making runs or taking wickets
why is he playing
Because he has the potential to do both :P But yes, could pick Khawaja who will make runs, or pick an Agar/Bird/Swepson who will take wickets instead :-\
I think Agar would have to score more runs and could snag some wickets but really they were never going to change the team after a good win
If we win and Wade makes runs i wouldbt be surpised if Agar came in at 7 and they moved wade to 6
Dud captain alert. Bring on the part-timer as soon as the big partnership is broken. Good one potato.
Did Clarke just call him Matt Shaw ???
197/6 in 90 overs. Some concentration shown there!
If we can grind out 100 more runs then im confident
however India could roll us for 10 runs tomorrow so a long way to go
Quote from: Hawka on March 06, 2017, 03:26:02 AM
If we can grind out 100 more runs then im confident
however India could roll us for 10 runs tomorrow so a long way to go
Yeah if we have to chase more than about 50 I'll be worried haha
Really admired the concentration of both Marsh and Renshaw. (126 from 393 balls combined). Pity in both cases a short lapse lead to their wickets.
http://www.espncricinfo.com/ci/engine/match/64102.html (http://www.espncricinfo.com/ci/engine/match/64102.html)
This pitch reminds me of this game.
Clarkes famous 6/9 :P
Quote from: Hawka on March 06, 2017, 01:45:11 PM
http://www.espncricinfo.com/ci/engine/match/64102.html (http://www.espncricinfo.com/ci/engine/match/64102.html)
This pitch reminds me of this game.
Clarkes famous 6/9 :P
Will Smithy bowl himself? ;)
Has to imo!
Looking so good here boys! Keep plugging!
shot Wadey
Smithy said he wanted Aus to bat for 150 overs so only 34 overs to go and should have a solid lead.
poo
:( I feel that was a bit unnecessary by Starc, was looking solid just bunting it around
cmon Lyno that review was Kohli-esque
Starc should've stuck around
god dammit
87 run lead... is it enough
batting last is gonna be a dog
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 06, 2017, 05:09:17 PM
god dammit
87 run lead... is it enough
batting last is gonna be a dog
Yep we would not want to be chasing much more than a 100 but 87 run lead is better than 87 behind
Thank Kholi for bowling Jadeja the least of any as we would probably be in dire straights with batting last.
Now up to bowlers to take at least 4/5 wickets before deficit is wiped out.
should put a few extra on the leg side and bowl at the stumps. every now and then one will keep low
Get the spinners on
This match is slipping away pretty quick
And on cue O'Keeffe picks up Rahul. Slashing catch by Smith much harder than the one he dropped early.
CAAAAATCH SMIDDY
Looking good now
Jadeja dosent look like he will be there for long
GOTTTTIIIIIIM
YASSSSSSS!!
Only 4 times in history has a team chased down a 4th innings total at this ground :-\
Quote from: Rusty00 on March 06, 2017, 09:02:06 PM
Only 4 times in history has a team chased down a 4th innings total at this ground :-\
What were the scores that were chased down? How many teams have failed? Maybe it's the only 4 times that there's been a 4th innings at this stadium ;)
Quote from: PowerBug on March 06, 2017, 09:09:58 PM
Quote from: Rusty00 on March 06, 2017, 09:02:06 PM
Only 4 times in history has a team chased down a 4th innings total at this ground :-\
What were the scores that were chased down? How many teams have failed? Maybe it's the only 4 times that there's been a 4th innings at this stadium ;)
It sounds more dramatic if those facts aren't known ;)
No team has chased more then 200 and won at this ground
21 tests at the ground 9 drawn
207 is the best chase
Going to be tough now, this partnership has really put India on top.
Going to need to run through them tomorrow as quick as Indian food runs through Matty Renshaw, otherwise it could be a bridge too far.
Do not know whether it is me or not but there appeared to be fewer balls causing concern than previous days. Whether this was the Aus bowlers not bowling the same length or not do not know. Lyon did not nearly look as dangerous yesterday as on day 1.
100 run partnership. this has changed the game. India are favourites now you'd have to say, unless we roll through them for not much more
Lyno gets Pujara but could be missing leg
yeah missing. flower
Best we can hope for is a draw now I reckon. Get there boys! Force India to win the next 2/2!
great review fellas!
seriously need to pick up 2 quick ones now.. or 3.. or 4
there's the second one!
Matty Hayden that's your wicket ;D
at the stumps and look what happens
Joshy gets number 5, we need the last 2 as quick as possible please
FFS had to go out for half an hour and 4 wickets fall. Better go out again to let the next 2 fall.
Quote from: Ringo on March 07, 2017, 05:04:36 PM
FFS had to go out for half an hour and 4 wickets fall. Better go out again to let the next 2 fall.
leave now mate ;D
Nice to get out of my lecture and see them 8 for!!
Cmon 2 more boys keep it well under 200
Need to get rid of Saha before he does a Starc. Leaving now No another wicket but Yadav.
very important runs these
flower off already
Quote from: Ringo on March 07, 2017, 05:04:36 PM
FFS had to go out for half an hour and 4 wickets fall. Better go out again to let the next 2 fall.
Same, did Hazlenut just go nuts with the new ball?
that's out. would've broken leg stump in half
Quote from: plumdog millionaire on March 07, 2017, 05:47:28 PM
Quote from: Ringo on March 07, 2017, 05:04:36 PM
FFS had to go out for half an hour and 4 wickets fall. Better go out again to let the next 2 fall.
Same, did Hazlenut just go nuts with the new ball?
Starc broke the partnership, then got another one next ball, then Joshy picked up a couple. or a few. you know what I mean :P
Starc's delivery to Nair was the DEFINITION OF PEACH.
drop catch
maybe a run out
nope
flower off
there it is. finally
188 to win. not confident at all
Would have liked another run we require 187 to win ;)
Over to the batsmen now and if they can show the application and concentration Renshaw and Marsh did in first innings we can win. Now need to attack from start still 7 and a bit sessions to go.
Quote from: Ringo on March 07, 2017, 06:00:27 PM
Would have liked another run we require 187 to win ;)
Am i missing something here? :p
Quote from: GoLions on March 07, 2017, 06:01:42 PM
Quote from: Ringo on March 07, 2017, 06:00:27 PM
Would have liked another run we require 187 to win ;)
Am i missing something here? :p
Just 87 being Australias devils number
cmon Davos
Well good thing Australia are chasing 187 and not 87 then ;)
Also that 87 story was actually not true. And also more Aussies get dismissed on 85,86,88,89 than they do 87 :P
we need to get as many runs as possible today
strange things can happen to pitches overnight...
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 07, 2017, 06:50:37 PM
we need to get as many runs as possible today
strange things can happen to pitches overnight...
Hehe. ;)
Quote from: Torpedo10 on March 07, 2017, 06:55:32 PM
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 07, 2017, 06:50:37 PM
we need to get as many runs as possible today
strange things can happen to pitches overnight...
Hehe. ;)
already wasting time with spidercam
flower
Need a real clutch innings here from Smiddy. Be goo if Warner doesn't throw his wicket away too!
sooooo nervous.....
hit outside
please
...
By a bees d'ck
Probably the Kholi even upper.
bring Mitch Marsh in next and go the tonk. he's not gonna survive long anyway
aggressive umpiring
is it coming bavk enough
should've reviewed. the only reason he didn't was cos Warner (rightfully) reviewed his (wrong) decision
umps doing their best to level the series
Would have been worth a review if we had 2 left but smart move not to. May hurt in long run though.
missing by a metre. give or take
Yep beat me to posting.
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 07, 2017, 07:38:18 PM
bring Mitch Marsh in next and go the tonk. he's not gonna survive long anyway
yeah i agree!!
cant go worse than he has to date!!
hopefully this fires the boys up. I know I'm fired up and I'm not even playing
really really really wanna win now
How much now is Warners very marginal in line going to cost us now. Come on and win this.
And do not let this be Number 4. Three times India have successfully defended targets of less than 188. Two of those against Australia - 107 at Wankhede in 2004 and 143 at MCG in 1981.
that legit rolled
show some ticker Marsh please for flowers sake
Reckon it bounced twice as well.
Now Mitch time to make your selection warranted and create a partnership.
tjat's out
woaaaaahhhh totally unexpected. that's one back
Can we have the good Marsh back instead?
188 is starting to look a bit much :'(
shot Marsh keep it going
close to a no-ball that. don't wanna be missing out on freebies
Marsh I will tattoo your face on my face if you get us home. good start
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 07, 2017, 08:28:48 PM
Marsh I will tattoo your face on my face if you get us home. good start
Surely he isn't good enough?
Quote from: Torpedo10 on March 07, 2017, 08:29:45 PM
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 07, 2017, 08:28:48 PM
Marsh I will tattoo your face on my face if you get us home. good start
Surely he isn't good enough?
wouldn't have thought so but anything is possible
Edit... no... no he isn't
and 87 strikes again that is we have 87 runs to get and a wicket falls.
Each Partnership has to eek out 17 - 18 runs and we are home.
Wadey :'(
and again Ringo
Starc needs to play a blinder
flower me
Cmon lads
starc to the rescue???
Quote from: Ringo on March 07, 2017, 08:40:13 PM
and 87 strikes again that is we have 87 runs to get and a wicket falls.
Please read before continuing to discuss such lies :P
http://www.cricket.com.au/news/the-story-behind-unlucky-number-87/2014-11-02
QuoteDon Bradman was putting on a batting master class for NSW against hosts Victoria, when out of nowhere the Don was bowled neck and crop by Harry ‘Bull’ Alexander on 87.
Miller was stunned. How could this happen to his hero? The number became a fixation for Miller, who would rifle through newspapers for club cricket scorecards in search for the unlucky figure.
The shock of Bradman’s untimely demise stayed with Miller. The legend spread when Miller was playing district cricket for South Melbourne alongside future Test captain Ian Johnson. Johnson was dismissed on 87, providing Miller the opportunity to recount the famous incident and offer his unholy theory.
The myth began circling the cricket community and became folklore after World War II when Richie Benaud and Alan Davidson heard of it.
QuoteBradman was actually bowled for 89
http://www.theage.com.au/news/sport/why-87-is-anything-but-australian-crickets-magic-number/2007/11/19/1195321694999.html - I understand this is 10 years old
QuoteThe 87 stat is a myth, and a whopping one at that. In fact, in the history of the game, only 12 Australian players â€" yes, just the miserly dozen â€" have been dismissed on the so-called Oz cricket devil's number, which equates to a miniscule 0.12% of the total number of scores made by our batsmen in the game's history. In fact, as further proof that 87 is anything but an unlucky number for Australia, the four scores either side of it feature more frequently â€" 85 has brought about a batsman's downfall 22 times, 86 has done it 13 times, 88 20 times and 89 19 times.
To be honest I would have sent Starc in at 2nd or 3rd drop with a licence to hit. Nothing much to lose then but now he can not afford to attack too much with still that 87 runs required.
I don't even know why I like cricket anymore. Bullshower all the time.
Who gives a flower if you look up at the dressing room?
Who cares about the size of the bat?
How the heck are pitches like these 2 allowed without punishment?
No other sport I know has this much garbage going on.
Quote from: Levi434 on March 07, 2017, 09:11:01 PM
I don't even know why I like cricket anymore. Bullshower all the time.
Who gives a flower if you look up at the dressing room?
Who cares about the size of the bat?
How the heck are pitches like these 2 allowed without punishment?
No other sport I know has this much garbage going on.
This could go down as one of the greatest test series of all time.
That's why I like it. :P
C'mon SOKKY BOY
eat a dick Jadeja
Was just thinking things even up.
Remember in first innings Shaun Marsh was caught of his glove given not out but India had no reviews. Gets a dud decision in 2nd innings but not reviewed due to it being last one.
Also in this test we are seeing how inadequate DRS is eg all the evidence suggests Warner was hit outside the line yet DRS referred to umpires call.
don't blame Handscomb at all. at least he knuckled down
robbed of Warner and Marsh wickets but 188 just too much on this pitch
the partnership between whatshisname and theotherguy won this test for India
God Virat is one arrogant mf
Does anyone else think that if Aus won the toss they would have won?
Quote from: plumdog millionaire on March 07, 2017, 09:35:49 PM
God Virat is one arrogant mf
People didnt understand why i hated him so much, great batter, but seems like a showerty person
flowering devastated
(http://poster.keepcalmandposters.com/9050191.jpg)
I think Australia lost it yesterday afternoon with not bowling straight and allowing the Pujara and Rahane partnership to flourish, If we had killed that partnership early we would have been chasing much less.
Oh well 1 all
Quote from: Hawka on March 07, 2017, 09:37:32 PM
Quote from: plumdog millionaire on March 07, 2017, 09:35:49 PM
God Virat is one arrogant mf
People didnt understand why i hated him so much, great batter, but seems like a showerty person
flowering devastated
Respect the flower out of him and I don't hate him at all but just his character on the field is so annoying
Alright that sucks, but onto the next test we go.
MMarsh obviously has to go - he bowled 5 overs this match, and is probably the worst number 6 batsman we have ever had in our cricketing history. But who comes in out of Khawaja and Maxwell?
I probably lean towards Khawaja over Maxwell because I don't feel like we'll really need Maxwell's bowling, but either option would be a major improvement.
Quote from: Jay on March 07, 2017, 10:35:26 PM
Alright that sucks, but onto the next test we go.
MMarsh obviously has to go - he bowled 5 overs this match, and is probably the worst number 6 batsman we have ever had in our cricketing history. But who comes in out of Khawaja and Maxwell?
I probably lean towards Khawaja followed by Maxwell because I don't feel like we'll really need Maxwell's bowling, but either option would be a major improvement.
Khawaja can't play spin, so I'd be leaning towards Maxi tbh. But yeah, MMarsh needs to go asap.
Faulkner would be my pick, probably won't happen but it should. He'd do great in India
Also, if you guys think Kohli is a dickhead just look at Warner and Smith, no comparison
Quote from: Jukes on March 07, 2017, 10:43:42 PM
Faulkner would be my pick, probably won't happen but it should. He'd do great in India
Also, if you guys think Kohli is a dickhead just look at Warner and Smith, no comparison
Kohli is much worse than Smith.
Smith showed class today after losing, Kohli just made excuses and was so cocky after today's win despite doing nothing for the whole test match.
Quote from: Jay on March 07, 2017, 10:35:26 PM
Alright that sucks, but onto the next test we go.
MMarsh obviously has to go - he bowled 5 overs this match, and is probably the worst number 6 batsman we have ever had in our cricketing history. But who comes in out of Khawaja and Maxwell?
I probably lean towards Khawaja over Maxwell because I don't feel like we'll really need Maxwell's bowling, but either option would be a major improvement.
India will more then likely hit 500 runs at some point, a 5th bowling option would be handy, but i prefer Maxwell im more confident in his batting then Marsh's, his bowling could also surprise the Indian middle order
Stats wise
Marsh is the worst number 6 test batsmen of all time (minimum 20 innings)
I miss the days of Hussey or Clarkey at 6 , even Katich or Lehmann
Not a fan of the rat at all but he is spot on with his comments after the game about cheating or trying to they got busted big time the replay says it all ::)
Quote from: shaker on March 08, 2017, 01:21:38 PM
Not a fan of the rat at all but he is spot on with his comments after the game about cheating or trying to they got busted big time the replay says it all ::)
Yep replay very damning and then Handscombe admitted he did not know it was illegal. As much as I like Smith this probably deserves some form of punishment maybe a fine but agree with the rat and other commentators including Michael Clarke that the ICCC have to act,
Will add spice to the series and unfortunately unless we can get some runs from the middle order and not sure whether Maxwell or Kwaja are the answer we could lose 3-1.
How important have tosses been in both matches so far
http://www.cricket.com.au/news/mitch-marsh-ruled-out-australia-india-test-tour-shoulder-injury-lehmann-maxwell-khawaja-henriques/2017-03-08
Breaking news Mitch Marsh to return home with Shoulder injury - Like for :Like replacement to be sent over. Have reservations on Khawaia on these wickets with his weakness against spin.
Injured or sent home because of some much backlash of his selection?
i doubt whoever they send over will play the next test so its down to Maxwell and Ussie
Quote from: Ringo on March 08, 2017, 07:50:21 PM
http://www.cricket.com.au/news/mitch-marsh-ruled-out-australia-india-test-tour-shoulder-injury-lehmann-maxwell-khawaja-henriques/2017-03-08
Breaking news Mitch Marsh to return home with Shoulder injury - Like for :Like replacement to be sent over. Have reservations on Khawaia on these wickets with his weakness against spin.
Wow, this is a major blow for India's chances! :o
Quote from: Hawka on March 08, 2017, 08:03:02 PM
Injured or sent home because of some much backlash of his selection?
i doubt whoever they send over will play the next test so its down to Maxwell and Ussie
I hope for Henriques sake he doesn't play, because he'll yet again underperform in conditions that are not ideal for him and then get dropped ::) Guy has been so unlucky if he was given games anywhere but India/Sri Lanka I reckon he'd take themIgnore that.
After dominating in shield cricket they bring stoinis in ::) ::) ::)
Oh it's Stoinis not Moises, my bad :-[
A WA boy for a WA boy, nothing wrong with that
Starc coming home, stress fractures in foot :'(
Series over :'(
Oh flower!!
Not just losing our best bowler (even in India), his batting is going to be missed
With only Bird as the pace bowler who we call over?
Sayers would be good but i fear we need a faster bowler to replace him
Pat Cummins anyone ? :P
but crap 4 days ago we almost had the series and know were in ruins
Big blow like been said not just the bowling he has played better than most our batsmen hate to say but I am agreeing with Jukes maybe Faulkner might be the go , but I'm sure of one thing the selectors will stuff this up
Sayers didn't bowl in the second innings today, and didn't bowl a lot in the first innings. And went wicket less when he did bowl. Maybe he's nursing an injury too? Or he's been rested with this injury being known and is preparing to fly out?
If you want pace Dorff or Mackin have to be the front runners.
Faulkner maybe, but his bowlking in India may be questionable
oooo Dorff is a good suggestion
But apparently Bird has the inside track on the 3rd test, been bowling well in the nets according to Cricket.com.au haha
We want Faulkner! We want Faulkner! We want Faulkner!
Well Shakes and I do :P
He'll be great on Indian pitches/conditions
Wouldn't complain with Dorff or a mackin though of course
Quote from: Hawka on March 10, 2017, 07:30:39 PM
Faulkner maybe, but his bowlking in India may be questionable
oooo Dorff is a good suggestion
But apparently Bird has the inside track on the 3rd test, been bowling well in the nets according to Cricket.com.au haha
Can Dorff or Bird bat I think not getting wickets does not seem to be the problem getting runs is for both sides so far Faulkner can bat and his variation bowling might be the go but who knows what the next pitch will be like , I say just load up the plane and decide on the day
Quote from: shaker on March 10, 2017, 08:56:29 PM
Quote from: Hawka on March 10, 2017, 07:30:39 PM
Faulkner maybe, but his bowlking in India may be questionable
oooo Dorff is a good suggestion
But apparently Bird has the inside track on the 3rd test, been bowling well in the nets according to Cricket.com.au haha
Can Dorff or Bird bat I think not getting wickets does not seem to be the problem getting runs is for both sides so far Faulkner can bat and his variation bowling might be the go but who knows what the next pitch will be like , I say just load up the plane and decide on the day
Yeah that's the problem. Bird has every right to be next in line for the pace bowlers but boy that's a long tail O'Keefe, Lyon, Hazelwood, Bird :-\
Especially when 6 and 7 aren't exactly piling on the runs.
Quote from: Rusty00 on March 10, 2017, 09:12:53 PM
Quote from: shaker on March 10, 2017, 08:56:29 PM
Quote from: Hawka on March 10, 2017, 07:30:39 PM
Faulkner maybe, but his bowlking in India may be questionable
oooo Dorff is a good suggestion
But apparently Bird has the inside track on the 3rd test, been bowling well in the nets according to Cricket.com.au haha
Can Dorff or Bird bat I think not getting wickets does not seem to be the problem getting runs is for both sides so far Faulkner can bat and his variation bowling might be the go but who knows what the next pitch will be like , I say just load up the plane and decide on the day
Yeah that's the problem. Bird has every right to be next in line for the pace bowlers but boy that's a long tail O'Keefe, Lyon, Hazelwood, Bird :-\
Especially when 6 and 7 aren't exactly piling on the runs.
There's going to be a new 6, possibly Khawaja, and Wade was good in the first innings. O'Keefe is a decent bat as well. His FC batting average is the same as Mitch Marsh, so as a number 8 he does the job :)
If they are taking another All Rounder over they pick Jack Wildermuth. Fits the bill for batting ability, bowling ability, age and form.
Paddy's back 8)
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 11, 2017, 03:09:56 PM
Paddy's back 8)
Gutsy! Hope he can give 70% of the batting that Starc did otherwise we're stuffed with Stoinis
Fantastic
High risk high reward!
How the flower is that fantastic? That is a flowering disgrace of a pick. What does that say to every other quick bowler who has put in hard yards and good results for year on year? How are Sayers, Behrendorff, Mackin, Tremain meant to feel knowing that Cummins can play one Shield game in 6 years and get a recall to the test squad? ::)
Quote from: PowerBug on March 11, 2017, 07:05:52 PM
How the flower is that fantastic? That is a flowering disgrace of a pick. What does that say to every other quick bowler who has put in hard yards and good results for year on year? How are Sayers, Behrendorff, Mackin, Tremain meant to feel knowing that Cummins can play one Shield game in 6 years and get a recall to the test squad? ::)
Because it's all about potential these days FC form means flower all
inb4 that scrub Cummins gets both smashed and injured
Sayers, Dorff (if both are fit), and Mackin should have been picked way way before him
Quote from: PowerBug on March 11, 2017, 07:05:52 PM
How the flower is that fantastic? That is a flowering disgrace of a pick. What does that say to every other quick bowler who has put in hard yards and good results for year on year? How are Sayers, Behrendorff, Mackin, Tremain meant to feel knowing that Cummins can play one Shield game in 6 years and get a recall to the test squad? ::)
Big cause its one of the biggest high risk reward selections,We are a long shot to win the series now and Cummins may just help us, his bowling is damaging and his now a handy batter
Yea he could get injured but its a risk the selectors fill they have to take
Sayers would of come in if Bird or Hazlewood went down , he just is not even close to the bowler Starc is and offers very little with the bat
Not a fan of that decision what if the next wicket is a spinners paradise we have many spinners sitting over there not getting a run and we send another meathead fast bowler , we have a chance to win this series if we think outside the square but the selectors are just like politicians so far out of touch it's almost funny they should send at least 3 more players , a batsmen , a fast bowler and a all rounder
Quote from: Hawka on March 11, 2017, 08:00:52 PM
Quote from: PowerBug on March 11, 2017, 07:05:52 PM
How the flower is that fantastic? That is a flowering disgrace of a pick. What does that say to every other quick bowler who has put in hard yards and good results for year on year? How are Sayers, Behrendorff, Mackin, Tremain meant to feel knowing that Cummins can play one Shield game in 6 years and get a recall to the test squad? ::)
Big cause its one of the biggest high risk reward selections,We are a long shot to win the series now and Cummins may just help us, his bowling is damaging and his now a handy batter
Yea he could get injured but its a risk the selectors fill they have to take
Sayers would of come in if Bird or Hazlewood went down , he just is not even close to the bowler Starc is and offers very little with the bat
So why didn't they pick Behrendorff? I understand not taking Sayers, but Dorff, Mackin and Tremain have done heaps more than Cummins has in long form cricket. Only difference is Cummins wears a light blue cap in the Shield, the others don't.
Quote from: PowerBug on March 11, 2017, 07:05:52 PM
How the flower is that fantastic? That is a flowering disgrace of a pick. What does that say to every other quick bowler who has put in hard yards and good results for year on year? How are Sayers, Behrendorff, Mackin, Tremain meant to feel knowing that Cummins can play one Shield game in 6 years and get a recall to the test squad? ::)
They're not as good as Cummins. Going to have to take a punt to win this series, why not give him a crack!
good start to the 3rd test with Smiddy winning the toss
Cummins and Maxy in
letdothis
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 16, 2017, 03:53:24 PM
good start to the 3rd test with Smiddy winning the toss
At least our chances of winning are above 0% now :-\
was pretty funny earlier
dad was like "what time's the cricket start?"
I said "starts Thursday doesn't it?"
didn't realise today was Thursday. flower this week went fast. could swear today was Tuesday
such a soft flowerin dismissal FUUUUUUUUU**
had to be flowerin Jadeja too. flower off. lucky cow
But another half century opening stand between Warner and Renshaw.
it's a great outfield. very quick
Can't wait for another wicket ;D
Austrlia undoing a good start - Warner and renshaw out to loose shots but Marsh copped a beauty from Ashwin.
*cough* Khawaja *cough*
Geez Warner averaging 23.4 so far (high of 38), who could have predicted this ???
Biggest flat track bully in world cricket tbh
Quote from: Jukes on March 16, 2017, 05:55:26 PM
Geez Warner averaging 23.4 so far (high of 38), who could have predicted this ???
Biggest flat track bully in world cricket tbh
Yep he has been shower but really scoring runs for both teams has been difficult
Quote from: shaker on March 16, 2017, 06:00:18 PM
Quote from: Jukes on March 16, 2017, 05:55:26 PM
Geez Warner averaging 23.4 so far (high of 38), who could have predicted this ???
Biggest flat track bully in world cricket tbh
Yep he has been shower but really scoring runs for both teams has been difficult
Well his opening partner has been doing considerably better (average of 41.6, so almost double)
Quote from: Jukes on March 16, 2017, 06:21:26 PM
Quote from: shaker on March 16, 2017, 06:00:18 PM
Quote from: Jukes on March 16, 2017, 05:55:26 PM
Geez Warner averaging 23.4 so far (high of 38), who could have predicted this ???
Biggest flat track bully in world cricket tbh
Yep he has been shower but really scoring runs for both teams has been difficult
Well his opening partner has been doing considerably better (average of 41.6, so almost double)
Yes true he has been good in tough conditions but why pick on Warner not the serial spud Marsh who once again failed for zip ..... would that be because Marsh is from WA ? we got rid of one time to exit the other permanently ;)
Quote from: shaker on March 16, 2017, 07:05:56 PM
Quote from: Jukes on March 16, 2017, 06:21:26 PM
Quote from: shaker on March 16, 2017, 06:00:18 PM
Quote from: Jukes on March 16, 2017, 05:55:26 PM
Geez Warner averaging 23.4 so far (high of 38), who could have predicted this ???
Biggest flat track bully in world cricket tbh
Yep he has been shower but really scoring runs for both teams has been difficult
Well his opening partner has been doing considerably better (average of 41.6, so almost double)
Yes true he has been good in tough conditions but why pick on Warner not the serial spud Marsh who once again failed for zip ..... would that be because Marsh is from WA ? we got rid of one time to exit the other permanently ;)
Nah Smarsh has been alright over there
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Geez Warner averaging 23.4 so far (high of 38), who could have predicted this ???
Biggest flat track bully in world cricket tbh
Yep he has been shower but really scoring runs for both teams has been difficult
Well his opening partner has been doing considerably better (average of 41.6, so almost double)
Yes true he has been good in tough conditions but why pick on Warner not the serial spud Marsh who once again failed for zip ..... would that be because Marsh is from WA ? we got rid of one time to exit the other permanently ;)
Nah Smarsh has been alright over there
Avg. 18.6 so far alright ?
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Geez Warner averaging 23.4 so far (high of 38), who could have predicted this ???
Biggest flat track bully in world cricket tbh
Yep he has been shower but really scoring runs for both teams has been difficult
Well his opening partner has been doing considerably better (average of 41.6, so almost double)
Yes true he has been good in tough conditions but why pick on Warner not the serial spud Marsh who once again failed for zip ..... would that be because Marsh is from WA ? we got rid of one time to exit the other permanently ;)
Nah Smarsh has been alright over there
Avg. 18.6 so far alright ?
A very good 66 and then given out in the 2nd and could've reviewed and wouldve been not out.
And on horrible pitches, yes hes gone alright.
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Geez Warner averaging 23.4 so far (high of 38), who could have predicted this ???
Biggest flat track bully in world cricket tbh
Yep he has been shower but really scoring runs for both teams has been difficult
Well his opening partner has been doing considerably better (average of 41.6, so almost double)
Yes true he has been good in tough conditions but why pick on Warner not the serial spud Marsh who once again failed for zip ..... would that be because Marsh is from WA ? we got rid of one time to exit the other permanently ;)
Nah Smarsh has been alright over there
Avg. 18.6 so far alright ?
A very good 66 and then given out in the 2nd and could've reviewed and wouldve been not out.
And on horrible pitches, yes hes gone alright.
The pitches are horrible for everyone his scores apart from 66 are 16 , 0 , 9 , 2 that is shower
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Geez Warner averaging 23.4 so far (high of 38), who could have predicted this ???
Biggest flat track bully in world cricket tbh
Yep he has been shower but really scoring runs for both teams has been difficult
Well his opening partner has been doing considerably better (average of 41.6, so almost double)
Yes true he has been good in tough conditions but why pick on Warner not the serial spud Marsh who once again failed for zip ..... would that be because Marsh is from WA ? we got rid of one time to exit the other permanently ;)
Nah Smarsh has been alright over there
Avg. 18.6 so far alright ?
A very good 66 and then given out in the 2nd and could've reviewed and wouldve been not out.
And on horrible pitches, yes hes gone alright.
The pitches are horrible for everyone his scores apart from 66 are 16 , 0 , 9 , 2 that is shower
And everyone has been shower other then Renshaw and Smith
Do we also drop Warner Wade and Handscomb?
Do India drop Kohli, Rahane, Nair, Saha
be nice if Kohli isn't fit to bat
this pitch doesn't look that bad for batting. he'd probably find form here
Well, I was wrong.
Maxwell has now faced the most balls this innings than he has in any other international innings!
Quote from: PowerBug on March 16, 2017, 09:53:32 PM
Well, I was wrong.
Yeah there were some strong statements made at work today when the XI was announced haha
Smith is such a flat track bully. Only ever scores runs at home such an over-rated hack ::)
;)
Looking good need to pile the runs on tomorrow
So apparently this is our highest score from our #6 batsman since 2014, and that was made by Smiddy against SA.
Worked all day and couldnt even check scores ti like Tea , but reading reports im so happy with Smithy and surprisngly Maxwell
Hopefully the lads push it on tomorrow and 500 is on a good score !!
Interesting event should Australia collapse today. When can Kholi bat given he was off the field for over a session?
Hope it is a non event though.
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Interesting event should Australia collapse today. When can Kholi bat given he was off the field for over a session?
Hope it is a non event though.
because it was an "external injury" or some bullshower made up rule, he can bat in his normal position
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Interesting event should Australia collapse today. When can Kholi bat given he was off the field for over a session?
Hope it is a non event though.
because it was an "external injury" or some bullshower made up rule, he can bat in his normal position
It's a new day though, no time off ground carries over to a new day.
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Interesting event should Australia collapse today. When can Kholi bat given he was off the field for over a session?
Hope it is a non event though.
because it was an "external injury" or some bullshower made up rule, he can bat in his normal position
It's a new day though, no time off ground carries over to a new day.
I didn't know that either. so he could spend all day off the field, but be able to bat/bowl ball one of the next day?
what happens if the broken bat bit went on and smashed into the stumps... is that out?
My reading is yes. But let Umpire PB clarify for certain.
I'd assume that it's the same as the helmet falling off your head and going onto the stumps, which is out.
man I was flowerin nervous for him
flower yeah. that's a great hundred Maxy! don't throw it away though. keep batting
Yes Maxxxy !!!
NIIIIICE Glenny boy!
flower off Jadeja
that was a decent nut
still a dick
good bit of fielding by the cocksmack
451... I dunno. needed more. Pujara will be hard to get out and the fully fit Kohli coming out to bat completely fresh
looking dangerous Paddy
come on boys get a late one
there it flowerin is
you beauty. well deserved
I dunno bout that... there was a spike before the ball hit the bat
like to see that again...
pad juuuuust before bat I reckon
eat a dick Laxman Sivaramadickinmyass
100% pad before bat
cheating cows
then he middled it on to his pads... caught. not out
no reviews left cos we got robbed of the one above
Someone please get a wicket
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Someone please get a wicket
doesn't matter if we do apparently
flower yes
can't cheat us out of that one cows
great keeping Wadey
OK time for the rat to depart
OHHHHH PADDY
HOWS THAT TASTE KOHLI
Keeping giving my TV the middle finger everytime they show Kholi haha
C'mon boys time for another wicket
PADDDYYYYYYYY
keep em comin shaker
Mitch Marsh - 4 innings, 48 runs, 12 ave.
The Rat Kohli - 5 innings, 46 runs, 9.2 ave
:o :P
300 up 5 for would look better
flower yeah Joshy well deserved
Good stuff time to run through the tail now
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Good stuff time to run through the tail now
Not the weakest tail going around though. Ashwin, Saha, Jadeja all pretty competent with the bat.
Smiddy should bring himself on and bowl the exact line SOK is bowling. reckon he'll get more spin and might get one to go passed or bowl him round his legs
on yer bike Ashwin
I love you Paddy
Not a Maxwell fan at all, but him mocking Kohli's injury, loved it, so funny 8) (I feel so rude saying such a thing, should I?)
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Not a Maxwell fan at all, but him mocking Kohli's injury, loved it, so funny 8) (I feel so rude saying such a thing, should I?)
haha one of the best moments of the day
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nup
that's hitting the stumps
Paddy should have his 5th
why did the ball tracking take so long to come up... bit of tinkering maybe...
I just don't trust India. at all
C'mon wicket please
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good bit of fielding by the cocksmack
451... I dunno. needed more. Pujara will be hard to get out and the fully fit Kohli coming out to bat completely fresh
400 balls later
loves a flat pitch
that's a shocking decision Gouldy
Wade drops a straight forward chance
Hot take time guys
This one's going to be a draw
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Hot take time guys
This one's going to be a draw
Big if true.
if India batted with any pace at all they could be 150-200 in front at stumps and would be a red hot chance of bowling us out tomorrow
man I hope Pujara keeps batting. 200* off 600 balls at stumps
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Hot take time guys
This one's going to be a draw
If India can keep going and get a decent lead I think you are underestimating Australia's skill of having a collapse
India would like to bat for a declaration but both batsmen are so close to milestones I think they have other ideas 8)
Draw works for us really
Will be India with all the hard work to do in the last test
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India would like to bat for a declaration but both batsmen are so close to milestones I think they have other ideas 8)
That seems a bit vain surely they would rather win the test?
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India would like to bat for a declaration but both batsmen are so close to milestones I think they have other ideas 8)
That seems a bit vain surely they would rather win the test?
Probably, but neither of us have ever been 180* or 80* in a test match have we? :P
Might be going of for bad light cricinfo reckons
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India would like to bat for a declaration but both batsmen are so close to milestones I think they have other ideas 8)
That seems a bit vain surely they would rather win the test?
Probably, but neither of us have ever been 180* or 80* in a test match have we? :P
No we have not but the series is in the balance and they will plenty more chances on pitches like this , I'm sure the curators of the first 2 pitches were taken to the jungle and trampled by elephants for dishing up pitches like that ;D
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India would like to bat for a declaration but both batsmen are so close to milestones I think they have other ideas 8)
That seems a bit vain surely they would rather win the test?
Probably, but neither of us have ever been 180* or 80* in a test match have we? :P
No we have not but the series is in the balance and they will plenty more chances on pitches like this , I'm sure the curators of the first 2 pitches were taken to the jungle and trampled by elephants for dishing up pitches like that ;D
the first 2 pitches produced 2 great tests
this is flatter than a 10 year old bottle of coke
we'll probably make it look like a minefield tomorrow though
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India would like to bat for a declaration but both batsmen are so close to milestones I think they have other ideas 8)
That seems a bit vain surely they would rather win the test?
Probably, but neither of us have ever been 180* or 80* in a test match have we? :P
No we have not but the series is in the balance and they will plenty more chances on pitches like this , I'm sure the curators of the first 2 pitches were taken to the jungle and trampled by elephants for dishing up pitches like that ;D
the first 2 pitches produced 2 great tests
this is flatter than a 10 year old bottle of coke
we'll probably make it look like a minefield tomorrow though
They were great tests but India does not want pitches like that this is the type of pitch that has let them dominate all comers for years
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India would like to bat for a declaration but both batsmen are so close to milestones I think they have other ideas 8)
That seems a bit vain surely they would rather win the test?
Probably, but neither of us have ever been 180* or 80* in a test match have we? :P
No we have not but the series is in the balance and they will plenty more chances on pitches like this , I'm sure the curators of the first 2 pitches were taken to the jungle and trampled by elephants for dishing up pitches like that ;D
the first 2 pitches produced 2 great tests
this is flatter than a 10 year old bottle of coke
we'll probably make it look like a minefield tomorrow though
They were great tests but India does not want pitches like that this is the type of pitch that has let them dominate all comers for years
there's no doubt about that. was funny earlier when one of the Indian commentators said "400+ runs for both first innings', bit of normality back here" or something like that
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India would like to bat for a declaration but both batsmen are so close to milestones I think they have other ideas 8)
That seems a bit vain surely they would rather win the test?
Probably, but neither of us have ever been 180* or 80* in a test match have we? :P
No we have not but the series is in the balance and they will plenty more chances on pitches like this , I'm sure the curators of the first 2 pitches were taken to the jungle and trampled by elephants for dishing up pitches like that ;D
the first 2 pitches produced 2 great tests
this is flatter than a 10 year old bottle of coke
we'll probably make it look like a minefield tomorrow though
They were great tests but India does not want pitches like that this is the type of pitch that has let them dominate all comers for years
there's no doubt about that. was funny earlier when one of the Indian commentators said "400+ runs for both first innings', bit of normality back here" or something like that
Yep makes for pretty boring cricket but that is how they win , we will be lucky to get a draw out of this now
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India would like to bat for a declaration but both batsmen are so close to milestones I think they have other ideas 8)
That seems a bit vain surely they would rather win the test?
Probably, but neither of us have ever been 180* or 80* in a test match have we? :P
No we have not but the series is in the balance and they will plenty more chances on pitches like this , I'm sure the curators of the first 2 pitches were taken to the jungle and trampled by elephants for dishing up pitches like that ;D
the first 2 pitches produced 2 great tests
this is flatter than a 10 year old bottle of coke
we'll probably make it look like a minefield tomorrow though
They were great tests but India does not want pitches like that this is the type of pitch that has let them dominate all comers for years
there's no doubt about that. was funny earlier when one of the Indian commentators said "400+ runs for both first innings', bit of normality back here" or something like that
Yep makes for pretty boring cricket but that is how they win , we will be lucky to get a draw out of this now
That's very pessimistic of you, will only need to bat out the 90 overs tomorrow and on this pitch that doesn't look too difficult unless the curators swing some magic overnight. I'd say there's an 80% + chance of a draw.
Quote from: Jukes on March 19, 2017, 09:13:13 PM
That's very pessimistic of you, will only need to bat out the 90 overs tomorrow and on this pitch that doesn't look too difficult unless the curators swing some magic overnight. I'd say there's an 80% + chance of a draw.
This is going identically like those Ind vs Eng tests went. England score something that looks good, then India have late order resistance and score something crazy. Then England collapse in their 2nd dig.
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That's very pessimistic of you, will only need to bat out the 90 overs tomorrow and on this pitch that doesn't look too difficult unless the curators swing some magic overnight. I'd say there's an 80% + chance of a draw.
This is going identically like those Ind vs Eng tests went. England score something that looks good, then India have late order resistance and score something crazy. Then England collapse in their 2nd dig.
Before this test I was thinking that's what we've done better than England did, stop India's tail scoring runs. Now as you say this is going exactly the same as one of those tests.
That rough outside of off-stump for all of our left handers against Jadeja has me very nervous.
not confident at all
Need to be 0/ at stumps
I dont think Warner is capable of setting in though :-[
flower I'd love to punch Jadeja right in the mouth
Sigh Warner
Collapse starting why is it our spinners could not take wickets on this pitch ?
Look at what Pujara did yesterday - When he padded up he took a big step Crawford and covered the spin and no way could be LBW. Smith whether tiredness or not only took a small half step.
Just remember the rough is outside the left handers off stump and India do not have a lot of left handers.
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Look at what Pujara did yesterday - When he padded up he took a big step Crawford and covered the spin and no way could be LBW. Smith whether tiredness or not only took a small half step.
Just remember the rough is outside the left handers off stump and India do not have a lot of left handers.
So going by that on a lifeless pitch like this if are loaded up with left handed batsmen you are doomed to lose
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Quote from: Ringo on March 20, 2017, 05:45:58 PM
Look at what Pujara did yesterday - When he padded up he took a big step Crawford and covered the spin and no way could be LBW. Smith whether tiredness or not only took a small half step.
Just remember the rough is outside the left handers off stump and India do not have a lot of left handers.
So going by that on a lifeless pitch like this if are loaded up with left handed batsmen you are doomed to lose
Yep we were always up against it in second innings with our left handers. Commented in a cricket forum before India started their innings that Australia was probably 100 runs shy. Australia has a 1 - 4 record in tests where they have scored 400+ in India so was never confident. Hopefully we can get a draw but will be difficult.
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Quote from: Ringo on March 20, 2017, 05:45:58 PM
Look at what Pujara did yesterday - When he padded up he took a big step Crawford and covered the spin and no way could be LBW. Smith whether tiredness or not only took a small half step.
Just remember the rough is outside the left handers off stump and India do not have a lot of left handers.
So going by that on a lifeless pitch like this if are loaded up with left handed batsmen you are doomed to lose
Yep we were always up against it in second innings with our left handers. Commented in a cricket forum before India started their innings that Australia was probably 100 runs shy. Australia has a 1 - 4 record in tests where they have scored 400+ in India so was never confident. Hopefully we can get a draw but will be difficult.
Well the selectors need to take this into account because India will always attack a weakness like that
Smarsh looking ok, scoring runs which helps. Handscombe looks like he could get out every ball :(
Ssshhh - Do not want to jinx them.
you can see Marsh has a plan. usually see batsmen say "watch the ball, watch the ball" as the bowler runs in. Marsh looks like he's saying "straight, straight"
been a fantastic effort so far. still a long way to go though
No jinxs please still have 36 overs to negotiate,
yeah I wasn't gonna post but couldn't help myself. picked a good time too... right before tea :-[
excellent session boys
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excellent session boys
Agree but they need to keep going for the next 10/15 overs.
Chris Tavare approves
Jesus that ball almost took Saha's head off :o
you'd think Jadeja would know the LBW rules ey
cheating cow too. he runs right in the danger area every time he appeals. he shouldn't be allowed to bowl right now
Getting them rattled is the only reason I reckon getting desperate for a wicket.
I turned on for the first time after tea, and there were 3-4 near misses in the first 2 overs, so I turned off. Didn't want to be the one to jinx it.
Time for extreme concentration new Ball taken so will come on quicker and possibly bounce more.
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I turned on for the first time after tea, and there were 3-4 near misses in the first 2 overs, so I turned off. Didn't want to be the one to jinx it.
good man :P
thought that was out live
I have only been listening to commentary as well - Too scared to watch live.
India pushing through the overs as well Still not last hour but already down to minimum 15 hrs.
beautiful Marshy
heading into the last hour. you'd think we've done enough. will lose a couple of overs for the change over (I think) plus at least 2-3 overs for India to get the runs
see out another 5 overs and they should... as the black knight would say... call it a draw
Into last 15 overs now 3 for change of innings so min 12 overs last hr. Getting a little more confident to save now. 3 more overs without a wicket should do it.
ahhh damn. what a great innings though
Maxy should take his time coming out
and 187 strikes again - at least off it now.
I assume Kohli will grab another stump after this game. He deserves it.
should've reviewed it to kill some time. nice little F-U to Kohli
Should be safe now even with Maxis wicket even if we declare India would require 38 runs in 23 minutes.
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Should be safe now even with Maxis wicket even if we declare India would require 38 runs in 23 minutes.
and they'll lose 10 minutes for the change over pretty sure
I'd laugh so hard if one of their bowlers got injured right now ;D
Had factored in the 10 mins.
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 20, 2017, 10:48:36 PM
I'd laugh so hard if one of their bowlers got injured right now ;D
Yep, it would be hilarious to back fire on the Rat.
Smith should declare with 10 mins to go.
Gouldy wants a beer! ;D
Actually Handscomb should crack it straight into the back of one of the close in fielders.
nah dont declare keep them out there bowling to the end
Kohli only offered the draw so he'd be first in line for the stumps :P
Well, I gave us little chance at the start of today and zero chance once Smith was gone to hold out.
Almost as satisfying as a win to hold out on a Day 5 Indian pitch.
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Well, I gave us little chance at the start of today and zero chance once Smith was gone to hold out.
Almost as satisfying as a win to hold out on a Day 5 Indian pitch.
Thought we were gone to but this makes for a very interesting last test
Pressure on India as they now have to win the last test to hold the Border/Gavaskar Trophy.
Quote from: Jukes on March 19, 2017, 06:06:25 PM
Hot take time guys
This one's going to be a draw
Literally Nostradamus 2
Huge result for us! bring on the 4th test!
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bring on the 4th test!
so much this
can't wait for tomorrow. will unfortunately miss some of the first day cos of the Saints game but will tune in afterwards
one of the biggest tests for us in recent time. don't disappoint boys
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bring on the 4th test!
so much this
can't wait for tomorrow. will unfortunately miss some of the first day cos of the Saints game but will tune in afterwards
one of the biggest tests for us in recent time. don't disappoint boys
Going to the Hawks game and leaving at like 5ish so just the first session for me haha
Pitch meant to favour seamers, maybe we should drop SOK for bird
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bring on the 4th test!
so much this
can't wait for tomorrow. will unfortunately miss some of the first day cos of the Saints game but will tune in afterwards
one of the biggest tests for us in recent time. don't disappoint boys
The last biggest test your lads played they got bowled out for 60 ;)
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bring on the 4th test!
so much this
can't wait for tomorrow. will unfortunately miss some of the first day cos of the Saints game but will tune in afterwards
one of the biggest tests for us in recent time. don't disappoint boys
The last biggest test your lads played they got bowled out for 60 ;)
nup never happened
there'd be a few changes since then so hopefully the result will be different
we won the toss again and will bat. letflowerindodis
lots of shwing
Warner dropped first ball
tough chance
actually not that tough a chance. should've got 2 hands to it
Forgot this was on. Great first session!!
:o
wtf happened
My question exactly was 1/105 when I left and just checking score now. Yadav again by the looks of it.
Hope we do not regret not playing an extra Paceman on this pitch.
Quote from: Ringo on March 26, 2017, 05:08:30 PM
Hope we do not regret not playing an extra Paceman on this pitch.
I think they already are
Pace looking good, but and in short and sharp burts
seriously need a wicket
be nice if an edge carried
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 26, 2017, 07:14:54 PM
seriously need a wicket
be nice if an edge carried
Agree Edges not carrying and Mistimed shots bot going to fielders either. Luck with India by the looks of it.
love you Paddy
suck that one Rahul
Rahane... so lucky
went for the ramp second ball, jusy missed the edge. then a top edge 2 balls later
get outta here with that shower
Quote from: Hawka on March 26, 2017, 07:13:19 PM
Quote from: Ringo on March 26, 2017, 05:08:30 PM
Hope we do not regret not playing an extra Paceman on this pitch.
I think they already are
Pace looking good, but and in short and sharp burts
We got Matty Wade still!
So while the AFL is going on, this is turning out to be quite a test match...
bout time he ran outta luck
need Saha early. don't want a repeat of last test
yeah good review that
flower yeah Lynooooo
Renshaw... that's a sitter
have to make runs in the 2nd innings now. whatever Saha gets just to break even
flower... woulda been a nice start
Just heard that at the moment DRS ball tracking now working. Hoping no clangers till fixed.
Renshaw's drop last night really hurts. massive moment in the series
should have a decent sized lead. should
instead we'll be behind by a decent margin
drop catches kill you
Really hurting now.
And now have used both reviews, Was an obvious inside edge there although plumb. Getting frustrated me thinks. Roll the dice and have a couple of overs from Smith or Maxy to try and buy a wicket.
we're done. I flowerin hate Jadeja
that drop is series defining. he was actually one of our best performers in the series, but that drop has lost it for us
take the fielders out of the equation. that's the shower Paddy
Smithy you should be fielding first slip - What a catch and time to get that final wicket quickly to keep lead minimal.
well bowled Lyno. deserved 5
100 runs too many. Renshaw has to ton up just to break even
POO!
Would we have played 3 quicks if Starc was fit. Would of been interesting, Maybe on this pitch should have rolled the dice with the third seamer.
flower
87 Strikes again - Not posting anything for fear of jinxing.
Rigged AF? Why the heck wasn't it lunch before Marsh came out?
Still had more than 3 minutes to lunch unfortunately. So had to come out.
Quote from: Levi434 on March 27, 2017, 08:40:51 PM
Rigged AF? Why the heck wasn't it lunch before Marsh came out?
it was lunch long before Marsh came out :P
nah must have been enough time before tea was called
Quote from: Bill Manspeaker on March 27, 2017, 08:45:11 PM
Quote from: Levi434 on March 27, 2017, 08:40:51 PM
Rigged AF? Why the heck wasn't it lunch before Marsh came out?
it was lunch long before Marsh came out :P
nah must have been enough time before tea was called
Yep sorry guys I meant tea. Still pathetic.
And it is all over not watching it but looks like a pretty pathetic batting performance
Yep really pathetic especially Maxis brain fart padding up. Especially with the way DRS works as it went back to umpires call and ball was just kissing leg stump so out.
May have helped get a competitive score.
Maxy's the last person to blame for this
firmly, firmly believe had Renshaw taken that catch we'd be in a big time winning position. one moment. that's all it takes
Oh well. At least we made India fight for the series which was a lot more than I expected before the series started.
Hopefully this is a good learning experience for guys like Renshaw and Handscomb that will help them become better players.
could Paddy be any unluckier? flowerin ridiculous
Quote from: Ringo on March 27, 2017, 10:29:22 PM
Yep really pathetic especially Maxis brain fart padding up. Especially with the way DRS works as it went back to umpires call and ball was just kissing leg stump so out.
May have helped get a competitive score.
I just saw that photo on twitter. If padding up then yeah definitely happy to see that being given. But if he was playing a shot (Which the still picture looks like he is) then to me it's a terrible decision to give that out.
I don't understand how there can be umpires call for something that has already happened? I understand there being margin for error on the prediction stage of the ball tracking, but surely the known parts are as accurate as what there is in tennis? That Maxwell one is outside the line plain and simple, we are told that the centre of the ball has to be in line for the ball to be considered in line (as that is the part that hits the ground if that makes sense), this is outside the line of off stump.
Anyway, it's done. Series to India :(
personally I don't think he was playing a shot
crowd singing happy birthday to Renshaw. that's pretty cool
wonder if they'd be singing if he held that catch
I'm not fully blaming him for the loss. hell we wouldn't be in the position we're in in the series if not for him. just frustrating that one (not even counting the other one) drop catch probably killed our chances
I'll get over it when he's making hundreds against the Poms
fielding Maxy
India a better side without Kohli #dropKohli
Here's a great fact - the two Indian openers (Rahul and Vijay) were together at the crease on each day of this test.
(Batted out that last over on day 1, started day 2 together, ended day 3 together, started day 4 together)
Wade: Wait till you come down here (Jadeja was at the non-striker’s end) and say it.
Jadeja: *murmurs something*
Wade: Say it when you come down here, mate.
Ian Gould: Ahh! Excuse me. Ravindra! Come here. Now, there's no point in starting something.
Jadeja: If he starts it, I'll give it back. I don't care.
Wade: No no, now go on and get a selfie with him at the end of the game.
One of the close-in Aussie fielders (likely to be Smith) starts laughing.
Gould: Alright, let's finish please.
Wade: Put it on Instagram as soon as the game finishes.
Smith: You know this is his last Test for a while. They go away now.
Gould: Mate, are you going to stop that?!
Wade: Careful of that sword too, Gunner (Gould).
The over came to an end but the conversation didn’t end there. It resumed again in the next over.
Jadeja: I don't understand why the Australian selectors pick you (Wade) for Test.
Wade: Is that right? I don't understand why they pick you outside India.
Jadeja: You don't deserve to play in white clothes.
Wade: How come you don't get picked? Why is that?
Smith: You don't deserve to play anywhere but here.
Jadeja: I play in India.
Nathan Lyon bowls the last ball of the over.
Wade: Well bowled Gary. You're good in all conditions.
He then goes to the other end after the end of the over.
Wade: These two will play. Like every other time they go overseas."