Corky

This crowd has guaranteed an expansion and Manchester United and Liverpool in for the next version.

Because excluding their federation surely goes against the spirit of a world event?

We did such a poor job of moving which only adds to the frustration. We had to move or expand, unfortunately the latter option wasn't available so building a new ground was the only way forward. Sadly we went for the cheapest, blandest option of the identikit bowl. Most of the comments here reference the different seats, the concourse, the steps, the stands towering over and coming into view. What now? The stands and concourses look the same. Nothing stands out. A genuine wasted opportunity.

We'd left the year before yet all they had done was take out the seats (and not all by the looks of it). Was there a hold up with the demolition?

These boundaries are ludicrous. I know you want high scoring games but some of these sixes are 20 yards from the stand.

Terrible start.

Might be short with the small boundary. Need to start well.

Look at what it means. The ICC need to ensure Test cricket is competitive and interesting because the players want it.

Rodgers didn't secure our two highest ever finishes.

There has been a Preliminary Round twice before; in 2002 and 2011.

Really hope I went too early with my prediction.

This partnership has won it, I reckon.

Yes but perspective/League One once/ungrateful/yo-yo club/cartel.

Exceptional bowling more than anything. Especially the spell from 44-2 to 66-6.

A shame it is raining because the Bready cricket ground, due to host Ireland v West Indies in a T20, looks very picturesque.

Go Ahead Eagles? Go Ahead Leaveus more like!

As much as they tried, a race to finish fifth is not interesting in most seasons, let alone the main issue. Not surprised the interest has waned.

We really do have some small club supporters.

Are we banned from playing at Derby in T20s or something?

Different organisations, isn't it? FA, other national associations, UEFA and FIFA all wanting their share of the cash. Players are then flogged but with £100 million available, the clubs will take part.

Rabada is phenomenal. Such a shame the South African board barely seem interested in Test cricket.

For a short form of the game, these seem to take an absolute age. 3 and a half hours this has been going.

Jesus Chraest he is crap.

Faes playing well. Hope he stays there.

Martinez for England