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Burner 
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 Topic: Group C (New Zealand, England, Kenya, Canada)Posted: 19 March 2007 at 12:09am |
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England not nearly focussed enough in the field and some of the top order bamboozled at bat by a decidedly second rate bowling attack - A symptom of the off field antics of some who should know better perhaps? They should remember they are professionals representing their country not ****heads representing the local working man's club.
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Sledger
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Posted: 19 March 2007 at 5:17am |
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A pretty shabby weekend if you happened to be English. Friday's
match was disappointing , losing the toss was unfortunate , but NZ are
a much better side in this format of the game.
I agree with posts concerning Vaughan's dismissal too - just bloody awful. How can a supposedly class act average 20-odd ? He seems confused on what sort of role he has in the line-up - is he a dasher or is he a stayer? He falls between the two stools and actually looks neither. The rashness of his shots make me wince and I have serious concerns about his suitability for one day cricket. The Flintoff debacle is embarrassing - I've no problem with celebrating a win , but getting ratfaced after a humiliating defeat doesn't lie well with me. Stripping him of the vice-captaincy is right too , but I'm worried about how he'll respond. It could gee him up or put him into a gigantic sulk - we'll see next weekend anyway. Without Flintoff the attack looked toothless - would Canada get 200+ against the other fancied sides , I very much doubt it. If there isn't a major improvement England could find themselves chasing 350+ totals against the top sides. NZ have more than an outside chance of winning this tournament. Bond must stay fit for that to happen though - he's a vital cog in the NZ fighting machine. |
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Mental disintegration works for me !!
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W.G.
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Posted: 19 March 2007 at 6:09am |
Edited by W.G. - 19 March 2007 at 6:10am |
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When you win the toss - bat.
If you are in doubt, think about it - then bat. If you have very big doubts, consult a colleague - then bat. |
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Titan
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Posted: 19 March 2007 at 9:16am |
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I heard he needed to be rescued, after falling into the sea!
Hopefully for England, this recent events, can maybe spark Flintoff!
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I saw into the future - Ashes 2009 England 3 Australia 1!
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daisy77
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Posted: 20 March 2007 at 11:54pm |
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So was he drunk in the sea??????? |
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BackFoot Master
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Posted: 21 March 2007 at 1:25am |
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Vaughan looks in good enough touch to me. Maybe them can have a shot at strauss. They should beat Kenya with ease according to me mind. |
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August 16th 2009, my team Youth Combine was crowned CHAMPION once more
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NZ_Fast
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Posted: 22 March 2007 at 6:38am |
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A bit late with this post but i have to say i think that straight drive from fleming to bring up his 50 was stunning, the way he played it hinted that he wanted to savage it, but instead just classicly drove straight, no huge flourish or really going at the ball, just timing and class.
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Sledger
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Posted: 22 March 2007 at 6:47am |
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Fleming looked in fine touch mate , in fact , Vincent apart (two
ducks!!) , the whole side seems to be playing well. I fancy NZ to
beat a couple of the top sides , especially if Bond stays fit.
The rain seems to have freshened up the pitches and assisting the
quicker bowlers. That's good news for SA , Aus , NZ , SL and possibly
England !
If the pitch for the game against Kenya is quickish , I expect an easy win for the English. Edited by Sledger - 22 March 2007 at 6:48am |
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Sledger
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Posted: 23 March 2007 at 5:16am |
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Terrific entertainment provided by Canada yesterday!
Davison finally refreshed our memories of that stunning ton of the last
world cup with a swashbuckling half century - all the New Zealnad
bowlers were carted and with fine cricket shots too!
With every game Canada have improved and scoring 249 yesterday was great for their supporters and neutrals alike. They still lack penetration in their bowling , but worryingly , so do NZ when Bond doesn't play. Good decision to rest Bond , but it did highlight how he carries the attack for them. To progress into the semis Bond must stay fit. |
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Mojo
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Posted: 23 March 2007 at 7:31am |
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I agree there... For the 1st half of the match, it seemed as if Canada were seriously chasing down that total, but once Vettori and Patel put on the brakes, Canada just went downhill.
Nonetheless, a good match to watch, and not as one-sided as some of the other contests we've seen in this tournament so far.
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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed here may not necessarily reflect the opinions of any other forum members. They are the express property of Mojo.
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Sledger
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Posted: 23 March 2007 at 8:02am |
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I enjoyed it too Mojo , it was refreshing to see the minnows having a
full go. Those lads can go home with their heads held high , they
surprised a lot of people in this competition.
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NZ_Fast
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Posted: 23 March 2007 at 9:51am |
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Great stuff from Canada, Davison bowled off a no ball but thats the kind of luck you need to play an innings like that.
Fantastic from McCullum and Vincent. Bring on the Hosts |
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abubakar52
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Posted: 23 March 2007 at 9:56pm |
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It really was a great match Canada were doing really good with the chase going good but when davison got out and the spinners came in it all changed. Canada from all the associates , apart from Ireland I guess showed the most promise and got 200+ from both test nations and batted the 50 but most players arent going to be their next world cup.
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spin wizard
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Posted: 23 March 2007 at 10:28pm |
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Canada did very well with the bat for their standards! I was surprised they got that much. A wonderful display of clean hitting by Davison - it reminded me of his onslaught against the windies 4 years ago.
NZ has a real decent side and these 3 guys, Styris, Oram and Vettori are a massive boost to them as they are accomplished all-rounders. As Sledger pointed out, their pace attack was nothing with Bond and he needs to fire in the super8's for them to reach the semis.
I heard that R Taylor is injured and might be out for a while. That is a big loss - a fine young player he is!
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In troubled times, being philosophical helps a great deal, it helps you to remain sane and not do any further damage.
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daisy77
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Posted: 23 March 2007 at 10:50pm |
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Yeah Canada did play well against NZ....glad that Davison got in on the runs. He proved that he could really hammer the ball around the ground and he was not intimidated by those experienced NZ bowlers.
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abubakar52
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Posted: 24 March 2007 at 1:27am |
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Yeah and Tuffey is out as well, Canada will be dissapointed that they didn't do that well against Kenya and Davison didn't open. I think Chris Martin is going to replace Tuffey.
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NZ_Fast
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Posted: 24 March 2007 at 9:56pm |
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I dont like Martin in ODI's, to wayward and generally bowls back of a length so is easier to hit. Quite capable bowling at the death though.
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spin wizard
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Posted: 26 March 2007 at 8:47pm |
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More bad news for the kiwis - Vincent I heard is out of the WC. He was struck by the bowling of Bond!!
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In troubled times, being philosophical helps a great deal, it helps you to remain sane and not do any further damage.
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daisy77
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Posted: 26 March 2007 at 8:52pm |
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How interesting!!!!!
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Sledger
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Posted: 27 March 2007 at 6:08am |
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So England progress , but they look well short of the main contenders.
A professional job against Kenya , but little spark - they won't scare
the big boys methinks.
Ed Joyce did a sound job though , which probably means Strauss will be a drinks carrier for the duration - who'd have predicted that 6 months ago! |
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daisy77
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Posted: 27 March 2007 at 11:41pm |
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Don't be so optimistic about England.....you never know what could happen!!
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Posted: 28 March 2007 at 12:53am |
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You might want to look that word up daisy.
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Monkey see, Monkey do.
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Sledger
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Posted: 28 March 2007 at 6:08am |
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Yes 143 , Daisy has the wrong end of the stick there!
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daisy77
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Posted: 28 March 2007 at 6:20pm |
LOL I mean PESSIMISTIC!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL.....sorry.....
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Group C (New Zealand, England, Kenya, Canada)