The Ashes - 2010/11
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dellzeqq
pre-talced and mighty
317-2 at close of play. Rain expected on the fifth day, so tomorrow is the day that England, possibly, secure the Ashes, because if they win this Test there is no way that Australia are going to win two out of the next three.....
One thing stands out. The good humour and generosity of all the Australians on the BBC. There's none of that maudlin self-deceiving stuff that the English go through when the football team loses at home to Moldova.
Ponting seems to be having a hard time, though. Apparently he complained to Strauss about Anderson's sledging. Ah. Yes. Quite.
One thing stands out. The good humour and generosity of all the Australians on the BBC. There's none of that maudlin self-deceiving stuff that the English go through when the football team loses at home to Moldova.
Ponting seems to be having a hard time, though. Apparently he complained to Strauss about Anderson's sledging. Ah. Yes. Quite.
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Dayvo
just passin' through
Another sublime performance from the boys in white! 
72 runs in front with 8 wickets in hand and three days to go: England should try and post a high score in quickish time, as if rain is forecast on the final day, it could change the complexion of the game.
A 250-300 run 1st innings' lead would mean the Aussies would have to bat for the remainder of the Test to avoid defeat, as I doubt they could build a significant enough score to defend on the final day.
They could, of course, bat like England did in Brisbane, but their confidence, form and bullishness seem to be visibly evaporating in the Adelaide heat.
I look forward to visiting Cricinfo early tomorrow morning.
72 runs in front with 8 wickets in hand and three days to go: England should try and post a high score in quickish time, as if rain is forecast on the final day, it could change the complexion of the game.
A 250-300 run 1st innings' lead would mean the Aussies would have to bat for the remainder of the Test to avoid defeat, as I doubt they could build a significant enough score to defend on the final day.
They could, of course, bat like England did in Brisbane, but their confidence, form and bullishness seem to be visibly evaporating in the Adelaide heat.
I look forward to visiting Cricinfo early tomorrow morning.
rich p
ridiculous old lush
The irony of Ponting complaining!
More sledging over here than over there at present though
deptfordmarmoset
Full time tea drinker
yello
back and brave
Back foot? The Aussies are being made to look distinctly 2nd best!
I have to admit that I am enjoying seeing the Aussies being humbled (for as long as it lasts of course!) perhaps more than I enjoy seeing England do well. I suspect that's the NZ in me though.
I thought Ponting was out of a job sometime ago? If the rumblings were to be believed anyway.
It's pleasing, to me anyway, to see Pietersen playing a decent (responsible?) innings. I get annoyed when his reckless strokes bollox things up for the team. Talented he is, no doubt, but not the best at staying put when it's needed.
I have to admit that I am enjoying seeing the Aussies being humbled (for as long as it lasts of course!) perhaps more than I enjoy seeing England do well. I suspect that's the NZ in me though.
I thought Ponting was out of a job sometime ago? If the rumblings were to be believed anyway.
It's pleasing, to me anyway, to see Pietersen playing a decent (responsible?) innings. I get annoyed when his reckless strokes bollox things up for the team. Talented he is, no doubt, but not the best at staying put when it's needed.
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Dayvo
just passin' through
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Being a Test Cricketer must be one of the best jobs in the world. Getting PAID to travel to the Caribbean, South Africa, Indian sub-continent, Oz, NZ and play cricket during the bleak British winter.
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Have you been to the Ian Botham charm school, Crock? You failed to mention Pakistan!
Being a Test Cricketer must be one of the best jobs in the world. Getting PAID to travel to the Caribbean, South Africa, Indian sub-continent, Oz, NZ and play cricket during the bleak British winter.
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Have you been to the Ian Botham charm school, Crock? You failed to mention Pakistan!
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Dayvo
just passin' through
No more play before stumps, thus losing 36 overs.
England will probably declare overnight, giving the Aussies either two days to bat and/or score enough runs to hold England off, weather permitting, of course.
The rain will help England's bowlers: the wicket, although undercover, will be dampish and the ball should swing and move off the seam for the fast bowlers.
It will be very interesting.
Great effort by Pietersen, BTW!
yello
back and brave
or maybe bat for another session, or maybe just add another 50 to 100 runs to push the game further beyond the Aussies grasp and then look to bowl them out for the innings win. A lot depends on the weather forecast methinks.
I'll have to diss Pietersen more often!!
