Sussex and weather
By Grockle
May 17 2008
Sussex are holding out for the draw on the last day of this CC1 game. Another fixture badly affected by weather which hasn't destroyed the game but has made a result a really diffcult outcome to forsee. Despite an the early filip of an excellent batting performance from the home side attached to a surperb century from Hildreth, this game may peter into a draw unless the rain holds off.
v Sussex (CC1) @ Taunton Wednesday 14 May 2008
The weather plays another part in Somerset's attempts to make a play for a significant impact on their return to the County Championship big league. After being foiled in a competitive game at Old Trafford and losing out to the elements in their game against Hampshire at home, they are once more facing the need to bowl a side out before the heaven's open and put a stop to festivities!
Being put in by Sussex, we have to assume because the visitors hoped for the type of assistance Hampshire and especially their seamer Tomlinson found from an early damp Taunton wicket, Somerset amassed a huge 557 for 8 declared. James Hildreth once more made us all wonder about the honours this young man may bring to the county with a brilliant 158 - the cornerstone.
Despite being run out for 99 in a bizarre fashion,
Neil Edward's enforced absence because of family issues seems to have done him no cricketing harm and it was good to see him back in the big scores. Marcus Trescothick weighed in with 76 along with middle size scores from the captain (44), de Bruyn (62) and Trego (41).
Big Ton for JH
It was a big ask in between the rain showers but no-one expected much of a game with a very poor forecast for the second half of the game. It proved to be patchy but there was more play than expected and Somerset made the most of their time on the field.
Removing Nash before there was a run on the board was a good start and though Yardy and Hopkinson looked more stable the bowlers stayed on task. A brace of wickets to Ben Phillips around the 100 mark, especially that of the very dangerous Goodwin for 0, brought some hope. In conjunction with Jones the attack took out 2 more middle order batsmen between 100 and 120; Hopkinson (112 Jones)and Prior (118 Phillips).
Although Adams, Wright and Martin-Jenkins tried to hold the seams together, the Somerset seamers kept finding gaps and the weather kept upsetting the rhythm. Willoughby removed Wright and Trego capped off a good allround first innings performance by wrapping up 3 wickets of the tail.
No Heroics from Martin-Jenkins this time around
Lewry went for one but nearly went for less!!
203 all out and following on but we'd lost over a day to the conditions and the forecast for the remaining 4 sessions was gloomy even if it stayed dry.
Day 4
The morning stayed dry although very overcast with little wind to move the cloud on and the threat of rain almost all the way through play. Sussex started on 36 for 1. Andy Caddick was seen bowling off a few paces just before hostilities commenced (he returned at lunch and gradually moved the length of the run up back but he isn't exactly 'steaming in' yet.
Yardy is being watched as an opener, although a number of people around the place were asking how he ever gets runs!! His stance is extraordinary. However he is still there and he all but opened as Nash faced 3 balls less than his first innings total of 4 before being caught in front off Willoughby again without a run on the board.
Yardy holds Somerset up before finally going for 78
The second innings almost followed the first entirely from there as runs were picked up where there were no risks and bowlers bent their backs for an early breakthrough. When it did come it was at the same score as in the first innings 100. But ominously this time it was Hopkinson who went as Yardy passed 50. Goodwin did not go early again (can't expect it twice in the same game from this man) and at lunch with 129 up for 2 the Sharks were not in too much trouble. Other than a few Blackwell balls that seemed to confuse Yardy in particular, no bowler looks the cert for a wicket. At 2:00 with 56 overs of the game to go it is dry but not bright and the draw is the most likely end product of this encounter.
Progress may be slow but it is made when Yardy's resistance is finally ended by Steffan Jones at one end and Marcus Trescothick at second slip. 155 for 3 brings the partnership to the wicket Somerset have to break quickly. Murray Goodwin and Chris Adams. But Goodwin goes to 50 off 99 balls (but with only 4 fours) and seems quite willing to accelerate the scoring rather than just plonk the ball around. Accordingly in the 66th over sees the side from the south coast pass 200 off the bowling of Zander from the River and the bat of the said Mr Goodwin.
And so to Tea with no more wickets and very few chances of one - a couple of slashes into fielderless parts of the ground and not a lot else. By the break Sussex are 245 for 3 with Goodwin heading for a century and Adams nearly halfway there. Ian Blackwell starts the last attempt at the Old Pavilion partnering Zander de Bruyn bowling from the River end but most of the crowd have given up the ghost and these final 30 overs are being played to about 300 spectators.
Ben Phillips takes the new ball in the 81st over at 258 to try and get rid of one of these two. Goodwin must be under pressure needing 2 for his century but a misfield takes that pressure off as we gift him a second and he goes to the three figure mark off 169 balls with 10 boundaries. One of the characteristics of this season in comparison with recent ones is that the outfiled is no longer lightening fast. It seems that this is because the captain has asked for the grass to be kept longer than usual in order to protect the ball. The spectator side of the ground has a huge boundary anyway but few balls are reaching it. A final throw of the dice by Langer is to throw the ball to Charl for a last hurrah from the River. Few people expect anything to happen and this game will fizzle out about 5:00 as Hampshire did last week in totally different conditions.
The problem at the moment is that we do not have enough variation without the change of pace of Turner and the extra bounce produced by Caddick. Once good players are in we cannot surprise them enough unless the ball moves and the moment the swing has gone we need other skills that are presently not in the Somerset arsenal and won't be until the squad is fully fit again.
Inspired umpiring! Willey offers the light, everyone accepts it and at 4:45 the whole thing is finished, handshakes all around and 12 points to 7. Could have been better, could have beed worse.
Tomorrow at 12 noon then - Worcestershire and some sun of heaven's sake!!
Sussex and weather
Posted by: Grockles.com (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 13:27
Sussex and weather
Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Grizzers (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 04:46
Right - will soon be bedtime here in Grizzzlyland.
So, in the knowledge that we take on Sussex tomorrow & will be half way through an innings by the time I wake up & log on, could you chaps just organise a reasonable scorecard when I do.
Waking up to 23-6 last time was not a nice breakfast experience !
Come on Zummmerset !!
Grizzzly
Grizzzly
So, in the knowledge that we take on Sussex tomorrow & will be half way through an innings by the time I wake up & log on, could you chaps just organise a reasonable scorecard when I do.
Waking up to 23-6 last time was not a nice breakfast experience !
Come on Zummmerset !!
Grizzzly
Grizzzly
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Posted by: Congar (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 05:23
G, I am in almost the same position. I shall log on tomorrow around lunchtime when I expect 90+ for no wicket or Sussex 23-6.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 09:35
I don't think we'll be starting with a damp wicket again!
I predict a lunch-time score of 103/2, irrespective of which side is batting.
I predict a lunch-time score of 103/2, irrespective of which side is batting.
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 09:48
103/2 if Somerset are batting - using the English modality
103/2 if Sussex are batting - using the Australian modality
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
103/2 if Sussex are batting - using the Australian modality
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 10:32
Any team thoughts folks?
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 10:38
Have just looked at the nearest available forecast from the weather service that I use - in this case, it's for Exeter - and it cites the chances of rain as 60%, 30% and 50%, respectively for the next three days. Saturday is supposed to be dry.
If the forecast that Messrs Langer and Rose have is anything like that one, I'd suggest we might field if we win the toss, purely in the hope of a contrived finish on the last day. Of course, that would also assume that we have faith in the weather forecast.
If it's true that Munday is playing the second XI game then, with that info combined with a dodgy forecast, then I'd have thought that Jonah would replace MKM in the team. And Jonah has been bowling well in the short-stuff so it will be interesting to see what he will do, if picked.
If the forecast that Messrs Langer and Rose have is anything like that one, I'd suggest we might field if we win the toss, purely in the hope of a contrived finish on the last day. Of course, that would also assume that we have faith in the weather forecast.
If it's true that Munday is playing the second XI game then, with that info combined with a dodgy forecast, then I'd have thought that Jonah would replace MKM in the team. And Jonah has been bowling well in the short-stuff so it will be interesting to see what he will do, if picked.
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 11:01
Sussex won it and will field.
The only change is indeed Steffan in for Michael.
The only change is indeed Steffan in for Michael.
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Posted by: RadstockRob (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 11:15
Live commentary can be be found linked on BBC website
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 11:23
One overseas players and two Kolpaks in the SCCC team, Agnew and Hants commentators please note.
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
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Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
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Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Sloop John B (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 11:30
With this line up we bat down to number 10! Bet we don't need to!
Nice and sunny in TA1 at the moment but, as AG says, the prospect of rain tomorrow and unsettled on Fri/Sat so could be a frustrating few days.
Nice and sunny in TA1 at the moment but, as AG says, the prospect of rain tomorrow and unsettled on Fri/Sat so could be a frustrating few days.
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 11:45
Indeed we do, SJB.
First Class hundreds from everyone but the two C's; and it won't be long before Craig sorts that out.
This team has 166 f/c tons between them. And Langer has 82 of them. I wonder whether getting into the 90's this season might be another persuasive reason for him to come back and have another dart next year?!?!?!?!
First Class hundreds from everyone but the two C's; and it won't be long before Craig sorts that out.
This team has 166 f/c tons between them. And Langer has 82 of them. I wonder whether getting into the 90's this season might be another persuasive reason for him to come back and have another dart next year?!?!?!?!
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 11:49
Ramprakash only needs 83 for his 100th and Lancashire are crumbling. Not a bad day so far...
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:00
No surprise that Lancs are crumbling (if they still are.)
As for JL, FE, if there's one man who I do not think would come back for the sake of personal achievment in terms of numbers and averages, I think it's him.
Indeed, I believe JL has said that he quit playing for WA because he did not have the motivation to simply try and pile up big scores. Rather, he said, he wanted to achieve something bigger for a team - i.e winning the title here.
As for JL, FE, if there's one man who I do not think would come back for the sake of personal achievment in terms of numbers and averages, I think it's him.
Indeed, I believe JL has said that he quit playing for WA because he did not have the motivation to simply try and pile up big scores. Rather, he said, he wanted to achieve something bigger for a team - i.e winning the title here.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:03
And Gareth Andrew and Simon Jones have the Gloucesters in a spot of bother, too!
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:03
Damn. I've gone and got Ramprakash out and Lancs haven't lost another wicket since my posting.
I'm hoping to watch some of the Surrey match at Whitgift School and I don't mind if the maestro chooses a day of my attendance to do the needful (as long as all his team-mates fail to reach double figures).
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
I'm hoping to watch some of the Surrey match at Whitgift School and I don't mind if the maestro chooses a day of my attendance to do the needful (as long as all his team-mates fail to reach double figures).
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:07
You could well be right about JL, AG.
I am gratified that amongst my transfers this morning were the additions of Simon Jones and the still point amongst the Lancs wreckage, Stuart Law.
Disappointed though, that I took a punt on retaining Kabir Ali and he didn't pass muster!
Hey ho! Swings and roundabouts!
I am gratified that amongst my transfers this morning were the additions of Simon Jones and the still point amongst the Lancs wreckage, Stuart Law.
Disappointed though, that I took a punt on retaining Kabir Ali and he didn't pass muster!
Hey ho! Swings and roundabouts!
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Posted by: 1 (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:12
Simon Jones has started well today for Worcester 2 for 21 after six over.
Sorry did not see earlier postings.
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Sorry did not see earlier postings.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:15
FE - are you thinking (yet) of any 20:20 modifications to your team, or have your alterations today already taken account of that?
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:19
I'm trying to be frugal with transfers, and may make no further changes until the T20 "window". There are one or two in my team who are unlikely to feature; although zero points from non-participation might constitute comparative success!
I'm going to try and stick to the GFL thread for these discussions though!
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I'm going to try and stick to the GFL thread for these discussions though!
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:25
Re: your remark about Craig and his imminent ton, FE;
It has occurred to me that the reason that Craig is currently opening in the short-stuff might just be partly because somebody whose opinion is respected within the club – Mr Rose, Mr Langer, maybe even Mr Cook (?) – has suggested that Craig’s technical game is good enough for him to become a long-term opener for SCCC in “proper,” cricket. And facing Steve Kirby – who bowled well with the new-ball – I didn’t see anything obvious which would suggest that he can’t become an orthodox opening batsman.
Of course, if it is someone’s intention to make Craig into an opening batsman, you could say ‘wouldn’t they pick him in that role in the first-class stuff.’ However, there’s no sensible case that could possibly be made for dropping Neil Edwards from the first-class team at the moment so I guess that would be my answer to that.
It has occurred to me that the reason that Craig is currently opening in the short-stuff might just be partly because somebody whose opinion is respected within the club – Mr Rose, Mr Langer, maybe even Mr Cook (?) – has suggested that Craig’s technical game is good enough for him to become a long-term opener for SCCC in “proper,” cricket. And facing Steve Kirby – who bowled well with the new-ball – I didn’t see anything obvious which would suggest that he can’t become an orthodox opening batsman.
Of course, if it is someone’s intention to make Craig into an opening batsman, you could say ‘wouldn’t they pick him in that role in the first-class stuff.’ However, there’s no sensible case that could possibly be made for dropping Neil Edwards from the first-class team at the moment so I guess that would be my answer to that.
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:25
Quote:LoL
Lancs haven't lost another wicket since my posting
It would appear, LoL, that their destroyer-in-chief, Pattinson, has limped off unable to complete his 9th over.
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Posted by: RadstockRob (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:42
It's nice to hear the building work on commentary.I thought machinery was going to be silenced playing hours.
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Posted by: Blub (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 12:49
Re Craig as an opener, I suspect that he wouldn't be viewed as a one day opener and wicketkeeper. I suspect that it is more his ability to hit over the top against the new ball within the field restrictions.
Does anyone notice how often he gets out after a break (lunch, tea, overnight). I noticed this last season, and the same happened against Hants.
Does anyone notice how often he gets out after a break (lunch, tea, overnight). I noticed this last season, and the same happened against Hants.
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:02
Just at this moment Edwards and Trescothick have identical career averages of 37.74. It's surprising that Trescothick's is so low and relatively late for him to improve it dramatically, whereas for Edwards it has to be onwards and upwards.
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
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Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:06
I was surprised that Edwards is still only 25, I read the other day, he seems to have been around for ages.
I'm not surprised about Banger's average because he had one great year followed by several years of struggle before being plucked out of SCCC and into the England team by DF. Test cricket then gradually improved his overall average, but he was coming up from a mark of about 31 or something like that, I think.
I'm not surprised about Banger's average because he had one great year followed by several years of struggle before being plucked out of SCCC and into the England team by DF. Test cricket then gradually improved his overall average, but he was coming up from a mark of about 31 or something like that, I think.
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Posted by: Shepton Paul (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:07
...and Tres' average in county cricket will be much lower than Neil's. Marcus' Test record is very good, against some seriously good attacks - which proves little except that MT is a class, home-grown cricketer, Neil may become one and stats can hide all sorts of things!
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:10
I think it shows that Marcus is a better player of even top-quality spin and short-pitched quick stuff then he is of county trundlers on pitches that nip around a bit (I suspect it's the feet thing that make it so.)
It's also why I wonder if we won't see Banger batting in the middle-order in a few years time - because he is as good a player of spin as you will find, but not necessarily the best at dealing with dibbly-dobblies swinging and seaming the new ball around in helpful conditions.
It's also why I wonder if we won't see Banger batting in the middle-order in a few years time - because he is as good a player of spin as you will find, but not necessarily the best at dealing with dibbly-dobblies swinging and seaming the new ball around in helpful conditions.
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:16
well, we really should get a decent batting-points haul from here!
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Posted by: BVI Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:17
He's done pretty well since he returned from test cricket to be fair... I think the confidence gained from years playing at the highest level has been invaluable, regardless of technical limitations against your honest county dibbly dobblers!
BVI Grockle
BVI Grockle
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:30
Yes, his record since coming back is much better than his record between that brilliant first season and the time when he went away to England. His record in first-class cricket is also much better since he gave up England than was his record for SCCC whilst he was a current England player (I mean since the start of last season.)
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:31
Sorry guys, I think it was me reading your posts about Trescothick that got him out.
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:42
... definitely your fault, Bloke. Where's BJ when you want someone to blame? Probably watching the ggs.
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
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Posted by: BVI Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:42
Hilders in at 3 - I wonder if JL was on the bog?
BVI Grockle
BVI Grockle
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:43
Quote:LoL
..........and Lancashire are crumbling. Not a bad day so far...
And Mahmood opens his first over with two wides!
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:45
surprise, surprise, two wides from Mahmood!
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Posted by: Sloop John B (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:45
No, BVIG, he was down as No 3 on sheet. Perhaps that is his eventual berth.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:46
No doubt, Notts would not have stood a chance if Lancs had played to their potential!
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 14:50
Let's hope JL does not have a migraine as he had the other week.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 15:13
I don't believe it, didn't Neil also get run out for 98 or something last season?
Maddening!
Great to see him in good form, though.
Maddening!
Great to see him in good form, though.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 15:14
Run out 99.
That is desperate.
Poor lad must be devastated.
That is desperate.
Poor lad must be devastated.
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Posted by: Sloop John B (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 15:15
That's desperate for the lad. But very well played Neil!
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Posted by: Grizzers (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 15:19
Tremendous effort Neil.
A shame re 99 - wonder whose call it was.
Now, we must press on & get 450+ please skipper.
Grizzzly
A shame re 99 - wonder whose call it was.
Now, we must press on & get 450+ please skipper.
Grizzzly
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 15:34
Could even have been no-ones.
I remember Banger once being run out in successive matches. On both occasions, this was due to deflected drives from Shane Lee. I believe that Banger was in the 80s or 90s both times, too!!
I remember Banger once being run out in successive matches. On both occasions, this was due to deflected drives from Shane Lee. I believe that Banger was in the 80s or 90s both times, too!!
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Posted by: BVI Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 15:50
It's a real shame for Neil, but if you'd offered him 99 or 29 at the start of the day... etc etc cliche cliche.
Good to see some form from the boys against the champions - they put us in which is another good indicator for how we've played.
Kick on now and give ourselves a chance.
BVI Grockle
Good to see some form from the boys against the champions - they put us in which is another good indicator for how we've played.
Kick on now and give ourselves a chance.
BVI Grockle
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Posted by: BVI Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 15:58
Batted Hilders.
BVI Grockle
BVI Grockle
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Posted by: tufnell parka (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 16:25
according to the guardian county blog neil edwards was run out by chris adams with an underarm throw from first slip. the bowler was ollie rayner and the ball spun away from the bat, avoided matt prior, and ended up at slip where adams pounced.
shocker for neil but very well batted lad.
nice to see hildreth and langer not give a chink of light to the sussex boys.
long way to go but hopefully we are still batting at lunch tomorrow (weather permitting) - that would mean we would be in control of the match
shocker for neil but very well batted lad.
nice to see hildreth and langer not give a chink of light to the sussex boys.
long way to go but hopefully we are still batting at lunch tomorrow (weather permitting) - that would mean we would be in control of the match
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 16:31
Hildreth dropped twice according to radio.
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Posted by: tufnell parka (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 16:39
not cricket but....
Born on This Day :
Eric Morecambe
Bob Woolmer
Bobby Darin
George Lucas
Che Guevara
Me
Born on This Day :
Eric Morecambe
Bob Woolmer
Bobby Darin
George Lucas
Che Guevara
Me
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Posted by: Grizzers (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 16:51
Happy Birthday TP.
May your powers of influence on SCCC's current match continue unabated !
Grizzzly
May your powers of influence on SCCC's current match continue unabated !
Grizzzly
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 16:54
well, we're going to get more than 1 batting bonus point out of this one, thank god.
[failure to get batting points is the prime reason we're in a poor spot in the table, compared to other teams that also haven't won yet]
[failure to get batting points is the prime reason we're in a poor spot in the table, compared to other teams that also haven't won yet]
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Posted by: Sloop John B (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 16:56
Langer's out.
Cummon the Emperor.
Cummon the Emperor.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 17:22
Happy birthday TP,you left out top National hunt jockey Ruby Walsh from your list.
Great effort by the lads today,full batting points is always nice.
Young James is showing why he is one of the finest young batsmen in the land.
Great stuff.
Great effort by the lads today,full batting points is always nice.
Young James is showing why he is one of the finest young batsmen in the land.
Great stuff.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 17:24
Hildreth run out for 99 too!!!
[only joking]
[only joking]
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 17:25
sounds like the CC batting form is back to where it was last year as opposed to where it was vs Mr Tomlinson.
The next question is 'can we take 20 wickets sans Caddy?'
We did it vs Notts last season, but it was MKM who took most of them and he isn't playing, either.
The next question is 'can we take 20 wickets sans Caddy?'
We did it vs Notts last season, but it was MKM who took most of them and he isn't playing, either.
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Posted by: Sloop John B (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 17:25
The Emperor is 101 not out!! Brilliant stuff.
And another batting bonus point.
And another batting bonus point.
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 17:25
Happy Birthday Tuffers!
Any chance you'll be having a sherbert this evening?
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Any chance you'll be having a sherbert this evening?
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Posted by: BVI Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 17:27
All hail the Emperor!
BVI Grockle
BVI Grockle
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 17:28
Our men at Taunton have given you the best possible present. Have a good one.
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 17:31
I guess I should be magnanimous enough to acknowledge that Zander is doing excatly what Rose said he'd secured him to do - adding some solidity against the second new ball.
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Posted by: Ww (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 17:31
400 in the day?
Yes please!!
Who are Sussex?
Yes please!!
Who are Sussex?
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 17:36
Many happy returns TP
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 18:19
Disaster.
We didn't get 400 in the first day.
Great stuff lads,brilliant effort.
We didn't get 400 in the first day.
Great stuff lads,brilliant effort.
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Posted by: BVI Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 18:47
Cracking performance from the boys.
BVI Grockle
BVI Grockle
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Posted by: Scrumper (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 19:48
I've never seen 400 for E in a day before.
Poor old Neil
Poor old Neil
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Posted by: Slow left (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 20:37
"James Hildreth pressed his England claims with a fine century as Somerset racked up 399-3 against Sussex."
BBC Sport
Nice to know it's not just us who think he should be close to the England setup.
BBC Sport
Nice to know it's not just us who think he should be close to the England setup.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 20:43
We'll have Agnew claiming he's a Kolpak next.
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Posted by: cricketjerry-mouse (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 20:45
Pity we didn`t crown a brilliant batting display today with that extra run for 400, for it could be rather more significant than appears at first sight. It was certainly there for the taking against a tiring and really pretty feeble Sussex attack minus Mushy.
With heavy rain forecast for all day tomorrow and most of Friday, we may now have to `waste` three overs before we can get Sussex batting when play eventually resumes. One will be to get that extra run and then two more overs between innings when we declare on 400.
We needed six from the last over today. de Bruyn hit a boundary from the third ball, but somehow the scoreboard made 394 plus four equal 399. So when he glanced the fourth ball for a single, the board moved on to 400 and everyone cheered. In reality, of course, it was only 399 and Hildreth let the last two balls pass harmlessly to the `keeper.
A bit of a Fred Karno end to an otherwise outstanding performance.
With heavy rain forecast for all day tomorrow and most of Friday, we may now have to `waste` three overs before we can get Sussex batting when play eventually resumes. One will be to get that extra run and then two more overs between innings when we declare on 400.
We needed six from the last over today. de Bruyn hit a boundary from the third ball, but somehow the scoreboard made 394 plus four equal 399. So when he glanced the fourth ball for a single, the board moved on to 400 and everyone cheered. In reality, of course, it was only 399 and Hildreth let the last two balls pass harmlessly to the `keeper.
A bit of a Fred Karno end to an otherwise outstanding performance.
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Posted by: Slow left (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 20:52
I heard JH took a foreign holiday once. How english is he?!
Really nice to get back to what I now consider actual Somerset, high fast scoring.
Really nice to get back to what I now consider actual Somerset, high fast scoring.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 21:01
I heard he had a kebab once also.
He could,in the opinion of some just be that overseas player.
Superb performance by the little maestro today,he's a gem.
What happened with poor old Neil CjM?
Was it just a clock up or a superb bit of fielding?
He could,in the opinion of some just be that overseas player.
Superb performance by the little maestro today,he's a gem.
What happened with poor old Neil CjM?
Was it just a clock up or a superb bit of fielding?
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Posted by: cricketjerry-mouse (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 21:20
Neil didn`t depart to a cock-up, BJ, more a combination of bad luck and fast reaction by Chris Adams.
He became a touch frustrated on 99 when three thumping drives went straight to fielders. On the fourth ball, he came down the wicket, just failed to reach the pitch and padded it straight to Adams at first slip.
Instead of following what would have been most players` instinct to claim a catch, Adams flipped the ball underhand at the wicket and Neil`s full-length dive back to his ground was in vain.
He did indeed look shattered, but received a generous round of applause as he walked off.
He became a touch frustrated on 99 when three thumping drives went straight to fielders. On the fourth ball, he came down the wicket, just failed to reach the pitch and padded it straight to Adams at first slip.
Instead of following what would have been most players` instinct to claim a catch, Adams flipped the ball underhand at the wicket and Neil`s full-length dive back to his ground was in vain.
He did indeed look shattered, but received a generous round of applause as he walked off.
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Posted by: Mike TA1 (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 21:33
I am going to dedicate today’s photo’s to James Hildreth.
Another four runs.
Hildreth frightening the close fielder.
Hildreth doing it again.
Hildreth scoring his 50th run.
Hildreth hitting six runs.
J Hildreth 100 runs.
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Another four runs.
Hildreth frightening the close fielder.
Hildreth doing it again.
Hildreth scoring his 50th run.
Hildreth hitting six runs.
J Hildreth 100 runs.
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Posted by: Bobstan (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 22:09
Great photo's again, Mike.
Almost as good as being there.
Almost as good as being there.
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Posted by: Scrumper (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 23:37
Wow, I think I should get a better camera 
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 14/05/2008 23:59
Cheers CjM,poor Neil.
Superb pictures Mike,stunning stuff.
Superb pictures Mike,stunning stuff.
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Posted by: Scrumper (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 00:59
Fair play to the Sussex boys today, you can't beat following your team and having a laugh.
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Posted by: RadstockRob (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 06:26
Chances of play not good today on BBC weather.
Raining here on Mendip all morning and it's pretty hard at the moment
Raining here on Mendip all morning and it's pretty hard at the moment
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 10:43
Stunning photos Mike.
Been raining all night, and I think it still is drizzling now. Can't see much consideration play in the next few hours even if the sun came out right now.
Been raining all night, and I think it still is drizzling now. Can't see much consideration play in the next few hours even if the sun came out right now.
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Posted by: Mike TA1 (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 10:59
Thank you for all your comments on my photo's.
I have just spoken to somebody at Taunton and the weather looks like the same everywhere, I am waiting for an update before deciding on if I will make the trip to Taunton today.
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I have just spoken to somebody at Taunton and the weather looks like the same everywhere, I am waiting for an update before deciding on if I will make the trip to Taunton today.
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 11:02
Latest from TA3, rain has stopped. Still very grey though.
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Posted by: tufnell parka (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 11:42
Great photos Mike, thanks. They really bring the comments and posts to life.
Here is a report on the day courtesy of The Guardian
It was James Hildreth who compiled an untroubled hundred on Taunton's tranquil pastures, but it was the century that got away that attracted most interest. Neil Edwards was on 99 when he was lured so far down the pitch by the off-spin of Ollie Rayner that he managed to be run out by Chris Adams from first slip.
On top of the stand, two former England off-spinners, Vic Marks, chairman of Somerset's cricket committee, and Jack Birkenshaw, an ECB pitch inspector, were united in view that there was no justice. Morally, Rayner deserved to be credited with the wicket as much as if Edwards had been stumped, but because the wicket had been broken by slip and not the wicketkeeper, Matt Prior, it was a run out and so the bowler went begging.
The MCC has just rewritten Law 6 to combat the growing power of bats, and protect the essential balance between bat and ball, and while they are in the mood maybe "Law 39: Stumped" could have a makeover. Only a wicketkeeper can make a stumping, so giving the bowler the credit. But Rayner was just as deserving whether the wicket was broken by wicketkeeper, slip or after the ball had rebounded off an unsuspecting pigeon. Bowlers at Taunton need all the sympathy they can get.
Birkenshaw would have been aware of the previous championship match here when the pitch began too damp and Somerset collapsed to 23 for six against Hampshire before batsmen emphatically regained control.
Sussex inserted Somerset on the off chance that it might happen again, but the pitch was dry and any swing was largely wasted by bowlers struggling to find their line against two left-handed openers. Marcus Trescothick fell for 74 soon after lunch, a first championship wicket for Corey Colleymore, and Justin Langer fell cutting. Hildreth continued pleasingly to the close, with 127 not out from 161 balls
Here is a report on the day courtesy of The Guardian
It was James Hildreth who compiled an untroubled hundred on Taunton's tranquil pastures, but it was the century that got away that attracted most interest. Neil Edwards was on 99 when he was lured so far down the pitch by the off-spin of Ollie Rayner that he managed to be run out by Chris Adams from first slip.
On top of the stand, two former England off-spinners, Vic Marks, chairman of Somerset's cricket committee, and Jack Birkenshaw, an ECB pitch inspector, were united in view that there was no justice. Morally, Rayner deserved to be credited with the wicket as much as if Edwards had been stumped, but because the wicket had been broken by slip and not the wicketkeeper, Matt Prior, it was a run out and so the bowler went begging.
The MCC has just rewritten Law 6 to combat the growing power of bats, and protect the essential balance between bat and ball, and while they are in the mood maybe "Law 39: Stumped" could have a makeover. Only a wicketkeeper can make a stumping, so giving the bowler the credit. But Rayner was just as deserving whether the wicket was broken by wicketkeeper, slip or after the ball had rebounded off an unsuspecting pigeon. Bowlers at Taunton need all the sympathy they can get.
Birkenshaw would have been aware of the previous championship match here when the pitch began too damp and Somerset collapsed to 23 for six against Hampshire before batsmen emphatically regained control.
Sussex inserted Somerset on the off chance that it might happen again, but the pitch was dry and any swing was largely wasted by bowlers struggling to find their line against two left-handed openers. Marcus Trescothick fell for 74 soon after lunch, a first championship wicket for Corey Colleymore, and Justin Langer fell cutting. Hildreth continued pleasingly to the close, with 127 not out from 161 balls
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Posted by: Mike TA1 (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 12:00
It was Corey Colleymore who couldn't get his line against the two left-handers, bowling down the leg side most of the time.
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Posted by: Sloop John B (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 12:17
Great photos Mike again. What lens do you have on the front of your DSLR?
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Posted by: Mike TA1 (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 12:54
Thanks Sloop John B.
I am using a Nikon 80 - 400 VR lens set most of the time at 400.
Unlike the professianals I know who often use a 400 plus 2x converter, I don't like being that close all the time so I set the camera at maximum quality and crop the Photo's if needed.
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I am using a Nikon 80 - 400 VR lens set most of the time at 400.
Unlike the professianals I know who often use a 400 plus 2x converter, I don't like being that close all the time so I set the camera at maximum quality and crop the Photo's if needed.
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Posted by: tufnell parka (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 12:58
I want the bloke's job who is sitting next to his digger in the picture of Neil Edwards getting run out!
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 13:10
You'll have to fight me for it Tuffers.
Giz a job,I can do that.
Giz a job,I can do that.
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Posted by: 1 (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 13:13
TP, the guy sitting has been appointed by the union as a ball watcher to ensure that any worker or member of the said union hit by a cricket ball during play details of which can then be recorded in full in the firms accident book, ready for a industrial injury claim at a later date.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 13:19
Union?
What's that?
Reminds me,I must renew my family NUM membership.
What's that?
Reminds me,I must renew my family NUM membership.
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Posted by: BVI Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 13:41
What's the weather doing?
BVI Grockle
BVI Grockle
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 13:45
Richard Huish webcam shows glowering skies.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 13:59
Inspection now,fingers crossed for the 2.30 start.
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Posted by: samaithai (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 14:37
Play now started.Commentry on BBC website
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Posted by: Sloop John B (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 14:48
Thanks Mike - must be a quality lens and sensor if your crops look that good.
I have a Canon 80-300 which with sensor gives 450 but wouldn't want to crop that much as I think I would lose quality. Must try with a tripod.
Keep up the good work!
I have a Canon 80-300 which with sensor gives 450 but wouldn't want to crop that much as I think I would lose quality. Must try with a tripod.
Keep up the good work!
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 15:07
Time to declare surely?
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Posted by: cricketjerry-mouse (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 15:16
We missed the chance to declare when we foolishly ended yesterday one run short of a fifth bowling point, despite ample opportunity to get there in the final hour.
Now we might as well bat on until tea and not squander the two overs that would otherwise disappear between innings.
Now we might as well bat on until tea and not squander the two overs that would otherwise disappear between innings.
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Posted by: 1 (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 15:19
500 declare, then get them out twice, weather permitting.
Seems a good idea to me
Seems a good idea to me
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 15:20
de Bruyn gone, Blackie in. Perhaps a flurry of boundaries and a declaration at tea?
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 15:20
I know what you mean CjM,all good points.
In these conditions I'd be most happy to see them have a bat against the new ball as quickly as possible.
Every minute is vital with the weather the way it is now.
In these conditions I'd be most happy to see them have a bat against the new ball as quickly as possible.
Every minute is vital with the weather the way it is now.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 15:33
Yes, FE, Zander seems to be doing a solid job for the club.
And I think it has to be said that Mr Rose has a pretty good record on the recruitment front. Since he moved into his current role, I don’t think there have been too many James Bryant type disasters on his watch. Even if some folk don’t like the overall thrust of the recruitment strategy that we are following, I think it’s realistic to suggest that folks should have some confidence in the people that Mr Rose is recruiting.
And I think it has to be said that Mr Rose has a pretty good record on the recruitment front. Since he moved into his current role, I don’t think there have been too many James Bryant type disasters on his watch. Even if some folk don’t like the overall thrust of the recruitment strategy that we are following, I think it’s realistic to suggest that folks should have some confidence in the people that Mr Rose is recruiting.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 15:44
I totally agree.
Mr Rose has done a superb job,he really has given the club the something it was missing.
He was a hero on the pitch.
He's fast becoming a hero off it too.
Mr Rose has done a superb job,he really has given the club the something it was missing.
He was a hero on the pitch.
He's fast becoming a hero off it too.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 15:49
Looks like we’re going with the “only bat once,” mentality to this game. I’d guess that we might simply bat on to the close and try and score as many as possible in that time, then declare overnight and try to bowl them out twice in two days (if the weather permits that much play.) Worst case scenario, we should at least take maximum points from a draw, since we’d have two days in which to take ten wickets to accomplish that.
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 15:52
Re. declaration: the plan has surely to be to bat only once now that we have a platform, rather than run any risk of having to build again. I'd be quite happy with only giving them the last hour tonight.
Simultaneous - honest!
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Simultaneous - honest!
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 16:01
Well played, James. Great knock.
(And 158 fantasy points for me - - - - which is nice!)
(And 158 fantasy points for me - - - - which is nice!)
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 16:02
How about denying them extra bowling points?
Not nice I know,but it has been done.
Not nice I know,but it has been done.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 16:12
I believe in Jamie Cox's scoreboard pressure and the demoralising effect of a nasty spell in the field.
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 16:43
A bit of acceleration pre-Tea from BoBo, which might indicate an imminent declaration.
I'd still go on for another 45 minutes myself, get up near 600 and still have a new-ish ball in the morning.
I'd still go on for another 45 minutes myself, get up near 600 and still have a new-ish ball in the morning.
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Posted by: Bobstan (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 17:17
Perhaps JL had no faith in Steff's batting, FE. And even Willow has no faith in his own batting.
When he plays Big Ben's batting ability is a definite bonus.
When he plays Big Ben's batting ability is a definite bonus.
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Posted by: cricketjerry-mouse (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 17:19
Good point about the newish ball if it is overcast tomorrow morning.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 17:21
I don't think there's much cause to lack faith in Jonah's batting, BobStan?
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 17:31
and Willow alrady has one for my fantasy team!
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Posted by: 0117 (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 17:32
I suspect the plan was to declare before the extra bowling point and Pete, Craig and Ben were asked to throw the bat and knew all along the declaration would be before the last over for bowling points.
Ben going in to bat was probably more about not asking Willoughby or Jones to bat when they were going to bowl very soon.
Ben going in to bat was probably more about not asking Willoughby or Jones to bat when they were going to bowl very soon.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 18:05
It turned into a good day in the end,the wicket at the end has really given us an advantage.
Cloudy and overcast tomorrow morning would be smashing,we could play merry hell with them.
Thank God Mr Langer is Skipper and not me.
Wouldn't it be nice to get a convincing win against the Champions?
Cloudy and overcast tomorrow morning would be smashing,we could play merry hell with them.
Thank God Mr Langer is Skipper and not me.
Wouldn't it be nice to get a convincing win against the Champions?
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 18:24
Absolutely, Jim.
My 600 was obviously optimistic, but perhaps that was in part due to CricInfo's time-lag leading me to think there was more time left in the day than I thought, and in part due to my overlooking the likelihood of bad light. But the intent, in terms of two darts with the cherry was there!
Adams must be kicking himself for fielding!
My 600 was obviously optimistic, but perhaps that was in part due to CricInfo's time-lag leading me to think there was more time left in the day than I thought, and in part due to my overlooking the likelihood of bad light. But the intent, in terms of two darts with the cherry was there!
Adams must be kicking himself for fielding!
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Posted by: Mike TA1 (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 19:48
I am sorry to say that the declaration came to late considering the weather conditions.
I when down for the play this afternoon and the conditions never lifted, it was cold, drizzly and misty at times.
When the declaration came it was misty and I thought they wouldn't even come out afterwards but they did, it wasn't long before the light deteriated when the drizzle started again.
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I when down for the play this afternoon and the conditions never lifted, it was cold, drizzly and misty at times.
When the declaration came it was misty and I thought they wouldn't even come out afterwards but they did, it wasn't long before the light deteriated when the drizzle started again.
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Posted by: Sloop John B (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 21:16
I think the declaration was left so late because JL realised that there was every chance that bad-light would be offered very soon in the Sussex innings.
Two days for 19 wickets -and prob some lost time too.
Two days for 19 wickets -and prob some lost time too.
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 21:28
You are right, BJ, to thank your deity that JL is captain and not you. But what about his batting compared with yours? He's a bit scratchy isn't he? We all know you could do much better than him.
A win over the next two days could take us safely to the right end of the table, though still behind Notts, who look likely to beat Lancs thanks to the productivity of one MJWood, that well known Kolpak, whom Trent Bridge must regard as a very worthwhile investment so far.
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
A win over the next two days could take us safely to the right end of the table, though still behind Notts, who look likely to beat Lancs thanks to the productivity of one MJWood, that well known Kolpak, whom Trent Bridge must regard as a very worthwhile investment so far.
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 21:55
Yes,thanks for that LoL.
I've always considered myself a better batsman than "Langers"as I like to call him,especially off the back foot.
He came down to my coaching clinic in Watchet park in the Winter where we went through a few routines and he seems to be reaping the benefits this year.
We also discussed Captaincy and fielding positions.
Expect to see a few innovations in the field this season,we were quite keen on something I like to call deep fly slip.
He's also promised to wave to you at Lord's.
He'll be looking out for the James Bond lookalike parascending in over tha pavilion between innings.
Keep your eyes peeled.
As it were.
I've always considered myself a better batsman than "Langers"as I like to call him,especially off the back foot.
He came down to my coaching clinic in Watchet park in the Winter where we went through a few routines and he seems to be reaping the benefits this year.
We also discussed Captaincy and fielding positions.
Expect to see a few innovations in the field this season,we were quite keen on something I like to call deep fly slip.
He's also promised to wave to you at Lord's.
He'll be looking out for the James Bond lookalike parascending in over tha pavilion between innings.
Keep your eyes peeled.
As it were.
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 15/05/2008 22:15
That Caddick and Willoughby could do with a spell at your next bowling clinic.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 00:18
No,I'll stick to the offies and leggies LoL.
They don't call me the spin doctor for nothing.
They don't call me the spin doctor for nothing.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 09:52
Yup, SJB, spot-on. When there's a serious threat of bad-light that's generally more of a reason not to declare than it is to declare
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 10:44
Current situation in Taunton is very light drizzle. It has been raining overnight.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 11:05
damn, I think the weather is going to rob us of a chance of victory in this one. And we've got Whitgift coming up soon, which is usually very flat.
We need a positive result, and soon. Perhaps Tunbridge Wells will fit the bill?
We need a positive result, and soon. Perhaps Tunbridge Wells will fit the bill?
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 11:07
cricinfo claims that we are starting at 11:20am?
Does that mean we're starting in drizzle? If so, then is the delay to the start simply about the outfield trying out?
Or is the drizzle forecast to stop within 10 minutes or so?
It might be the kind of day where Ian bowls a lot and where we are forced to bowl James at intervals, I guess.
Does that mean we're starting in drizzle? If so, then is the delay to the start simply about the outfield trying out?
Or is the drizzle forecast to stop within 10 minutes or so?
It might be the kind of day where Ian bowls a lot and where we are forced to bowl James at intervals, I guess.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 11:09
It's clearing a bit here.
I think we can bowl them out twice,conditions are going to be favourable to the bowlers.
Fingers crossed everyone,think dry.
As opposed to thinking wet.
I think we can bowl them out twice,conditions are going to be favourable to the bowlers.
Fingers crossed everyone,think dry.
As opposed to thinking wet.
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 11:29
They're on, and despite the fact that I can't find a link for it on the BBC site, the commentary is happening. I was lucky as it was still in my Real Player history.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 12:08
oh dear.... I can hear KT's words advancing towards us and we will need a wicket soon to be able to repel them...
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 12:32
Hopkinson dropped on 30 by Philips.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 12:51
To what extent do folks think the problems in trying to bowl Hants out in the 2nd dig last time and in trying to get Sussex out (so far) today are more about the absence of the all-time SCCC great that is Andrew Richard Caddick and to what extent is it about the step up to division one and encountering sides that have rather more mettle about them than most of those that we played last season?
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 12:53
Are you lot thinking wickets?
Come on,I can't do this on my own you know.
Come on,I can't do this on my own you know.
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Posted by: Scrumper (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 13:03
At least Phillips has made amends.
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 13:06
In answer to AG, ARC would be most of it in my opinion.
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 13:25
BJ: I only had time to think wickets in the over before lunch. Do you want to pay me a retainer to do it full time?
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Posted by: Bobstan (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 13:29
Dropped catch apart, Big Ben is beginning to seem a decidedly useful acquisition. Yes, it is early days, but good signs.
Despite that, though, we desparately need the return of the Cadmeister.
Despite that, though, we desparately need the return of the Cadmeister.
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 13:49
Wicket no 3, can we thanks you for that LoL or are you waiting for your pre-lunch payment?
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Posted by: Bobstan (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 13:56
I'll take part of the credit for that one, bloke!
Are we starting to see the effects of AG and JC's scoreboard pressure? No, not that JC.
Are we starting to see the effects of AG and JC's scoreboard pressure? No, not that JC.
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 13:56
OK, who did the rain dance?
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 14:03
I take entire credit for the wicket and don't know who to blame for the rain. In essence we need 17 wickets in something under five sessions, so BJ had better hurry up and blow the weather across to the land of his fathers.
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Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 14:12
players back on....
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 14:25
A real concern is the number of result pitches that seem to be around elsewhere in division one. For instance, Notts reportedly produced a cracked pitch for their game with Lancs and have profited with an easy win. Batting does not appear to be easy at the Rose Bowl, either and there is likely to be a result in the Yorks vs Durham game, too.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 14:37
JOnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnahhhhhhhhhhh!
And Steffan strikes his first blow in his bid to get himself back into regular first-team CC contention.
Press this home, now, lads
And Steffan strikes his first blow in his bid to get himself back into regular first-team CC contention.
Press this home, now, lads
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 14:41
Nil desperandum, AGod. With our brilliant bowling attack, Taunton too is a results pitch. Only 16 wickets to go.
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Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 14:49
Great work lads and lasses.
Good to see the boys doing the job on the pitch too.
Remember,the power of thought.
Think wickets.
Sixteen of them.
Good to see the boys doing the job on the pitch too.
Remember,the power of thought.
Think wickets.
Sixteen of them.
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Posted by: BVI Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 14:53
[sending wicket taking vibes north east across the Atlantic...]
BVI Grockle
BVI Grockle
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 15:03
Anybody got any floodlights going spare in their sheds?
Mine have gone mental,I can't catch them.
Mine have gone mental,I can't catch them.
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 15:23
Jonah strikes again.
Come on my boys.
Come on my boys.
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Posted by: BVI Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 15:23
Good to see that my wicket taking vibes are in full working order! Come on boys!
BVI Grockle
BVI Grockle
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 15:26
Prior gone too, Jonah strikes again!
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 15:27
rain, rain go away come again another day (week).
What do we think it's going to do tomorrow?
What do we think it's going to do tomorrow?
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Posted by: 1 (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 15:33
This is the Met office forcast.
Saturday:
Remaining cloudy with more showers or longer spells of rain. Again these could well be heavy and thundery in places. Maximum temperature 14 °C.
Updated: 1507 on Fri 16 May 2008
Saturday:
Remaining cloudy with more showers or longer spells of rain. Again these could well be heavy and thundery in places. Maximum temperature 14 °C.
Updated: 1507 on Fri 16 May 2008
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 15:40
Think about Adams losing his wicket; we can do it.
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:02
Luke Wright gone now. Martin-Jenkins has made runs here before, though.
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Posted by: Grizzers (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:11
Key point in the match now. Need to break these two up pdq..
Grizzzly
Grizzzly
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Posted by: Grizzers (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:17
Can I take credit for that one ? !!
Grizzzly
Grizzzly
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:17
Yes, Grizzly, you beautiful brown bear, you!!!
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Posted by: Grizzers (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:18
Steady AG !
Grizzzly
Grizzzly
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:18
I'd like to take credit,; I was on the phone to someone and wasn't watching the score, so it must have been me.
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Posted by: Scrumper (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:20
Pah, should have gone down today. Been cleaning out the lime shed, I look like a ghost.
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Posted by: Bobstan (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:21
No, no. I take 25% of the credit for every BP wicket.
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Posted by: Bobstan (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:23
You look like Neil Mallender?
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Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:24
I'm taking this BOBO beauty....
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: bloke (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:25
You have a whole shed for lime? Are you a fan of Guacamole?
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:29
Pete's joined the party too!
Let's get this lot and out and get them back in there again, pronto, before the light closes in.
Let's get this lot and out and get them back in there again, pronto, before the light closes in.
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Posted by: AGod (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:30
fine bowler, that 'Ghost,' Bobstan.
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Posted by: Bobstan (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:35
He surely was, AG. A great professional.
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Posted by: BVI Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:42
I was on a call for 40 minutes and I come back and 3 more have gone. Definitely some credit must be winging its way down to the BVI...
BVI Grockle
BVI Grockle
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:55
Get back on the phone BVIG. And I had to close my computer down for an hour in which four wickets tumbled, so I too should take some credit.
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 16:59
And I was in the car (with no TMS) so I have a share, too!
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:06
Let's all claim No 9 (Trego) and concentrate totally on No 10
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:11
Well done boys,you're all heroes.
Nice one Trigger.
Great stuff.
Nice one Trigger.
Great stuff.
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:12
See, we did it. And five for the greatest living Kolpakian, South African, English Millfieldian.
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:18
And another one - only nine to go. Shall we take the extra half hour?
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Posted by: VictheFish (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:18
Blimey!
That was quick, Nashy on the long walk ...
Don't know what vibes you lot are sending. BJ have you got some kind of voodoo doll in Sussex kit?
VtF.
That was quick, Nashy on the long walk ...
Don't know what vibes you lot are sending. BJ have you got some kind of voodoo doll in Sussex kit?
VtF.
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Posted by: Sloop John B (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:18
I can't keep up with you guys - I go out for a few hours and you bowl them all out!
Now Willo has a bunny in Nash - a pair for him! Keep it up guys and we can beat the weather too!
Now Willo has a bunny in Nash - a pair for him! Keep it up guys and we can beat the weather too!
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:20
Voodoo doll and Owzatt dice Vic.
A lethal combination.
A lethal combination.
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Posted by: Scrumper (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:20
Had a shower.
This is great stuff, are these really the champions? Shame about the weather forcast.
This is great stuff, are these really the champions? Shame about the weather forcast.
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:23
No: it's definitely me and the car. Popped down the road to pick up my boys adn 9, 10 & 1 are gone by time I get back!
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: VictheFish (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:24
Excellent. Keep rolling then ...
I'll try to get you the full set of Division One opposition team colours, the FPT one-day kits, the Pro40 one-day kits and the T20 pyjamas.
If you work hard and stay up late we should be Champions and winners in everything by about May 23rd!
VtF.
I'll try to get you the full set of Division One opposition team colours, the FPT one-day kits, the Pro40 one-day kits and the T20 pyjamas.
If you work hard and stay up late we should be Champions and winners in everything by about May 23rd!
VtF.
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:27
Get those colours off as quickly as possible Vic.
With a bit of help I can stay up without any sleep and get them all sorted by the 22nd.
No problems.
With a bit of help I can stay up without any sleep and get them all sorted by the 22nd.
No problems.
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:29
Who thinks Charl will be struck off Nash's Christmas card list?
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:35
Have you got time to procreate and then collect a few more boys this evening, FE?
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Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Bobstan (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:37
I've been giving this some thought, and I'm prepared to give the team some of the credit.
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 17:41
They're not bad, I agree (thanks to BJ's coaching and the innovative use of a FTM)
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Posted by: Mike TA1 (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 21:37
Photo’s from the third day.
R Martin-Jenkins ct Kieswetter bld Trego.
M Yardy.
Lucky escape for M Yardy the ball dropping short of Trescothick.
J Lewry…. missed chance off of Blackwell
J Lewry….. Good job for him he didn’t get an edge on that one.
The link to my Photos on Photobucket - [s1152.photobucket.com]
R Martin-Jenkins ct Kieswetter bld Trego.
M Yardy.
Lucky escape for M Yardy the ball dropping short of Trescothick.
J Lewry…. missed chance off of Blackwell
J Lewry….. Good job for him he didn’t get an edge on that one.
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Posted by: VictheFish (IP Logged)
Date: 16/05/2008 22:50
Great photos Mike BOS.
Isn't it good to see a cricket team wearing proper sweaters and caps rather than the man-made, all singing, all dancing, sweat wicking, cooling, warming, ultra-brite kit that the England guys have to wear nowadays.
Still, it's no doubt available from ECB shops and should make a mint seeing as youngsters will want to have it. Just so long as it doesn't disappear as quickly as the Man Utd grey kit.
Ah, hold on - we're wearing that one now ...
VtF.
Isn't it good to see a cricket team wearing proper sweaters and caps rather than the man-made, all singing, all dancing, sweat wicking, cooling, warming, ultra-brite kit that the England guys have to wear nowadays.
Still, it's no doubt available from ECB shops and should make a mint seeing as youngsters will want to have it. Just so long as it doesn't disappear as quickly as the Man Utd grey kit.
Ah, hold on - we're wearing that one now ...
VtF.
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Posted by: tufnell parka (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 09:45
morning all
anybody somerset way have a weather update?
is taunton dodging the showers?
cheers
anybody somerset way have a weather update?
is taunton dodging the showers?
cheers
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 10:19
It's fine in Watchet.
A bit cloudy but playable.
A bit cloudy but playable.
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Posted by: 1 (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 11:23
Anybody any clues on this one.
Willoughby 5.0 0 16 1
Phillips 6.4 2 16 0
Jones 2.3 0 8 0
Jones opened the bowling this morning, Phillips was left on 6.3 overs last night, which at the time I assume they went off for light, or now I am thinking was Phillips injured.
I am totally confused
Willoughby 5.0 0 16 1
Phillips 6.4 2 16 0
Jones 2.3 0 8 0
Jones opened the bowling this morning, Phillips was left on 6.3 overs last night, which at the time I assume they went off for light, or now I am thinking was Phillips injured.
I am totally confused
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 11:38
No idea sorry Eh.
Time to get concentrating everyone,we need this partnership dissolved.
Time to get concentrating everyone,we need this partnership dissolved.
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Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 11:38
I was wondering that, too, eh.
I'm putting it down to the vagueries of CricInfo for now.
Don't worry folks.....I've got to drive to the meet for my match in a while, so even if nothing happens between now and then, we should see three wickets fall between about 12.40 and 13.10!
Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 2008:05:17:11:42:07 by Frome Exile.
I'm putting it down to the vagueries of CricInfo for now.
Don't worry folks.....I've got to drive to the meet for my match in a while, so even if nothing happens between now and then, we should see three wickets fall between about 12.40 and 13.10!
Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 2008:05:17:11:42:07 by Frome Exile.
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Posted by: AGod2 (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 12:09
sounds like batting is very comfortable at the moment, I'm afraid.
We've turned to Ian now.
We've turned to Ian now.
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Posted by: AGod2 (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 12:16
And it now sounds as though rain is imminent.
Dissappointing that so much rain will have denied us an excellent chance of a win, but at least maximum points with a draw would be a fair haul and get us away from the bottom.
Dissappointing that so much rain will have denied us an excellent chance of a win, but at least maximum points with a draw would be a fair haul and get us away from the bottom.
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: AGod2 (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 12:19
Yes!!! my reverse hex worked - Craig takes the catch (his sixth of the game) off the bowling of Pete. Hopkinson gone.
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Frome Exile (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 12:27
Very symmetrical so far - 0 for 1 and 100 for 2.
I'm sure we'd all happily take 203 all out again!
I'm sure we'd all happily take 203 all out again!
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Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 12:30
It's clear in the West,just get to work everyone.
Trigger will do the rest.
Trigger will do the rest.
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Posted by: AGod2 (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 12:31
Michael Yardy is, reportedly, having some issues in dealing with Ian.
p.s. I can confirm that not much is wrong with Ben Phillips, as he is about to resume the attack.
p.s. I can confirm that not much is wrong with Ben Phillips, as he is about to resume the attack.
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Posted by: AGod2 (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 12:47
I have to say that these Radio Sussex commentators are better - by a substantial measure - than their counterparts with Radio Hants.
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 13:10
Not a lot happening I have to say. ben Phillips doesn't seem in any problem and Andy C was bowling very carefully during warm up this morning.
Yardy isn't in any real trouble although a couple of Blackwell balls have suggested something but if we get two more sessions before the heavens open we'll be damn lucky.
Yardy isn't in any real trouble although a couple of Blackwell balls have suggested something but if we get two more sessions before the heavens open we'll be damn lucky.
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Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 14:24
A break through at last - still a chance.
I'm trying to find a radio link without success. Can anybody help?
LoL
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I'm trying to find a radio link without success. Can anybody help?
LoL
Sixty-six Seasons a Somerset Supporter
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Posted by: Bobstan (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 15:25
You lot who have gone off to watch the Cup Final: it's your fault we aren't taking any wickets. Yes, I know you won't be reading this, but you may later.
Re: Sussex - now come on chaps !
Posted by: Exiled Tim (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 15:41
Typical, I've just tranferred Goodwin from my fantasy team!
Re: Sussex and weather
Posted by: Grockle (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 16:01
LoL 4 Phil
There you go LoL but don't be surprised if you hear Phil Tottle - seems he's from Sussexshire for the day!
245 at tea and not a lot of prospect of anything happening this final session.
There you go LoL but don't be surprised if you hear Phil Tottle - seems he's from Sussexshire for the day!
245 at tea and not a lot of prospect of anything happening this final session.
Re: Sussex and weather
Posted by: Big Jim (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 16:09
There's still hope.
Never give up.
A few quick wickets and this is in the bag.
I didn't realise the FA Cup final was on Bobs.
Is Brian Moore commentating?
Never give up.
A few quick wickets and this is in the bag.
I didn't realise the FA Cup final was on Bobs.
Is Brian Moore commentating?
Re: Sussex and weather
Posted by: Loyal of Lhasa. (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 16:15
Thanks Grockle - though it looks as if the commentary has closed down because I can't get a connection when I press the listen live button. Maybe there's not much worth listening to.
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Re: Sussex and weather
Posted by: Bobstan (IP Logged)
Date: 17/05/2008 16:31
Brian Moore? Of course not. It's Kenneth Wolstenholme, BJ.
Some people think he's all over.
Some people think he's all over.
Re: Sussex and weather
Posted by: A God2 (IP Logged)
Date: 18/05/2008 07:48
well, not really sure exactly what to make of that.
On the one hand;
1) Sussex are not champions for nothing. I checked through last year's scores and there were quite a few occasions where Sussex had the intestinal fortitude to bat out last day draws.
2) We were, effectively, trying to bowl them out on a day three pitch, not a day four one. It's possible that with a slightly more worn pitch we might have fared at least a little better.
But;
I'm starting to get the nasty, nagging feeling that I will shortly be issuing some kind of apology to KT. It's beginning to look as though the great Andrew Richard Caddick (and possibly some flimsy opponents) might be all that stood between his prediction and reality.
Last year, AC took 30 odd wickets at Taunton in, I think, 7 games. Jonah had a relatively very good haul of 20 odd wickets at home (more than he took on his travels). Charl, I think, took about 25 wickets in 8 home games.
But that was it, really. For instance, I believe that Pete took only 10 wickets in a full slate of home CC games (21 away from home.)
Now, Pete's already stepping up that wicket-taking rate, in that he took four in this one and, I think, a few against Hants too.
But in 2nd innings of home games last season, it was invariably Caddy that did most of the bowling and took most of the top-order wickets.
From Grockle's description of the extreme care that AC was taking in warm-ups, then I would guess that he's not especially likely to be named for Tunbridge Wells. If he doesn't make that, then the club then has a choice of bringing him back for one single CC game at Whitgift OR giving him the whole 20:20 period to fully get over his injury, get himself match-fit etc and then bringing him back for the final 11 games. Given that choice, I would suspect that club would take the more prudent option?
Tunbridge was described as "painfully slow," by Wisden last year as the home side easily batted out a draw against Yorks in a game which (minus) the rain, looked a lot like - on the scoreboard - the one we just played with Yorks playing the SCCC role and Kent the Sussex one.
I would not be at all surprised to see us head into the 20:20 break with no results (either way) in 5 CC games.
On the one hand;
1) Sussex are not champions for nothing. I checked through last year's scores and there were quite a few occasions where Sussex had the intestinal fortitude to bat out last day draws.
2) We were, effectively, trying to bowl them out on a day three pitch, not a day four one. It's possible that with a slightly more worn pitch we might have fared at least a little better.
But;
I'm starting to get the nasty, nagging feeling that I will shortly be issuing some kind of apology to KT. It's beginning to look as though the great Andrew Richard Caddick (and possibly some flimsy opponents) might be all that stood between his prediction and reality.
Last year, AC took 30 odd wickets at Taunton in, I think, 7 games. Jonah had a relatively very good haul of 20 odd wickets at home (more than he took on his travels). Charl, I think, took about 25 wickets in 8 home games.
But that was it, really. For instance, I believe that Pete took only 10 wickets in a full slate of home CC games (21 away from home.)
Now, Pete's already stepping up that wicket-taking rate, in that he took four in this one and, I think, a few against Hants too.
But in 2nd innings of home games last season, it was invariably Caddy that did most of the bowling and took most of the top-order wickets.
From Grockle's description of the extreme care that AC was taking in warm-ups, then I would guess that he's not especially likely to be named for Tunbridge Wells. If he doesn't make that, then the club then has a choice of bringing him back for one single CC game at Whitgift OR giving him the whole 20:20 period to fully get over his injury, get himself match-fit etc and then bringing him back for the final 11 games. Given that choice, I would suspect that club would take the more prudent option?
Tunbridge was described as "painfully slow," by Wisden last year as the home side easily batted out a draw against Yorks in a game which (minus) the rain, looked a lot like - on the scoreboard - the one we just played with Yorks playing the SCCC role and Kent the Sussex one.
I would not be at all surprised to see us head into the 20:20 break with no results (either way) in 5 CC games.
Re: Sussex and weather
Posted by: AGod2 (IP Logged)
Date: 18/05/2008 08:46
Mr Rose says that Mark Turner should be back in contention for Tunbridge.
Also, Alphonso Thomas has been passed fit for today's must-win FP game with Worcs.
I wonder if we might see Thomas getting a go in the CC side at some point soon? Surely we should have a look to see what he is capable of?
Also, Alphonso Thomas has been passed fit for today's must-win FP game with Worcs.
I wonder if we might see Thomas getting a go in the CC side at some point soon? Surely we should have a look to see what he is capable of?
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