STEVIE B

Maybe not, but they have a tough schedule ahead. 2 more Tests against SA, 4 Tests at home against the Kiwis, then they travel to India for 5 Tests in the new year. Then they come over here. That's a lot of Test cricket alone, injuries are bound to play a part, they are an aging side too.

Harborough Town were in their league last season. They are obviously very well funded & have big plans. The rivalry between Bedford Town is very bitter. I guess Real are seen as the noisy neighbours, but with a lot of cash.

Apparently Durban is known for heavy cloud in mid/late afternoon & it gets dark by about 6pm at this time of the year. BBC Sport have a bit about it today.

Good post. Putman is very good !

However difficult it is to take a break, l reckon you should. Follow a bit of non-league football. I do, never regretted it one bit. If it's making you ill, that can't be good.

As the Aussies say, showing a bit of 'Mongrel' now. Good recovery this.

Looking forward to this. Should be a great series. Plenty of niggle, sledging will be next level. SA to just about edge it, 2-1.

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They do seem to struggle scoring goals, but generally don’t concede many. I think they’ve got enough to finish mid-table.

They've had years to evaluate every possible scenario. Being found guilty should've been at the top of that list.

I spent a few hours in that very same craft beer bar, about 3 years ago. Bloody lovely place, had a nice chat with the owner too.

32-3. Great start.

31-2

Middlesex 23-1

Won the toss. Fielding 1st.