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Yeah, I'm sure his 2 games was a huge dent !

Harborough's budget is now on par with the rest of the league they're in, in fact at least 8 sides are full time. Harborough are not. Nothing wrong with a bit of ambition though, surely.

Have you visited your GP recently ? It's the first port of call, l would suggest (obviously talking to family helps too). Tell him exactly how you're feeling & how it's manifesting itself on a daily basis. I have a brother, who has struggled for decades with his mental health, we are in regular contact. I'm no expert by any stretch, but l do understand what you're going through. Talking to a professional is definitely a way forward. I really feel for you, hopefully you get the help that you deserve. Good luck.

I doubt most of the squad are fit enough for Sunday morning pub football. The younger lads, they get a pass though.

That's a very fair point. It won't be easy, but l think we have a decent record there on the whole. I know we're going through a bit of a transition, but Ashes places are up for grabs as well. Plenty to play for.

I think we'll do ok. I don't really see any stand out players to be fearful of. I wouldn't say their batting is great. The bowling attack looks decent, Nortje has just returned after 3 year out, Jansen is a bit hit & miss. So, that's us losing 3-0 then !

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.

It's incredible that nobody appears to be accountable for this. It's beyond ridiculous.

Watson & Thomas. No words.

Nice to see Luke playing in his brogues again.

....and Thomas