Cricket 2018

[foxy boxing]

Anytime you want to declare India, the games pretty much won!

[Max Wall]

Just now, StanSP said:

oh my, Keaton Jennings. You can't be in that position on the field and let that go through your legs. Could have denied Kohli another century. 

Got a bit fortunate as well on the next couple of balls but finally gets the ton in this test. 

Yeah, that was one of the worst yet. Jennings ensuring it's a forgettable test for England in every way. Anderson was absolutely livid.

[Max Wall]

Looks dead. Fine innings by Kohli again though.

[Max Wall]

Already a World record chase. Pant to try and smash a few to add insult to injury and then a declaration I reckon.

Edited 20 August 2018 by Max Wall

[StanSP]

4 minutes ago, Max Wall said:

Already a World record chase. Pant to try and smash a few to add insult to injury and then a declaration I reckon.

yeah I'd expect Pandya to give it some welly for fun as there's not much to lose.

That read 'Pant and/or Pandya' but he's just edged to Cook  

[Max Wall]

Just now, StanSP said:

yeah I'd expect Pandya to give it some welly for fun as there's not much to lose.

That read 'Pant and/or Pandya' but he's just edged to Cook  

Yep. If it doesn't work for Pant, which it hasn't, I expect Pandya to look at a couple then throw the bat at everything.

[Max Wall]

It's absolutely incredible that Anderson is so close to McGrath's record. I honestly didn't think I'd see a pace bowler overtake the Aussie in my lifetime. 

[StanSP]

how lovely is this . I don't listen to TMS too much these days because of the availabilty of Sky coverage but it's no wonder that TMS gives so much joy to people and is so popular a platform to keep up to date with cricket, least of all Patrick and his family at times like he had to experience. Great stuff. 

 

 

[AKCJ]

6 minutes ago, StanSP said:

how lovely is this . I don't listen to TMS too much these days because of the availabilty of Sky coverage but it's no wonder that TMS gives so much joy to people and is so popular a platform to keep up to date with cricket, least of all Patrick and his family at times like he had to experience. Great stuff. 

 

 

That's superb.

[Max Wall]

9 minutes ago, StanSP said:

how lovely is this . I don't listen to TMS too much these days because of the availabilty of Sky coverage but it's no wonder that TMS gives so much joy to people and is so popular a platform to keep up to date with cricket, least of all Patrick and his family at times like he had to experience. Great stuff. 

 

 

TMS is a simply brilliant. Languid style and playful tone yet serious when required. 

I guess they have the time for reading out things like that over 5 days but they still have to choose to do it. Always liked Aggers, got his autograph at Grace Road in early 80's. He was such a miserable sod then but fast bowling is pretty hard work I suppose.And, kids are annoying.....

Edited 20 August 2018 by Max Wall

[Voll Blau]

That's wonderful. Something so comforting about TMS on the radio, I always get a bit sad when the theme tune's played for the last time each summer.

[AKCJ]

Just now, Voll Blau said:

That's wonderful. Something so comforting about TMS on the radio, I always get a bit sad when the theme tune's played for the last time each summer.

It's the only radio I could easily listen to all day long.

As great as Sky's coverage is, you can't beat TMS.

[Izzy]

16 minutes ago, StanSP said:

how lovely is this . I don't listen to TMS too much these days because of the availabilty of Sky coverage but it's no wonder that TMS gives so much joy to people and is so popular a platform to keep up to date with cricket, least of all Patrick and his family at times like he had to experience. Great stuff. 

 

 

Made me well up did that 

[StanSP]

Just now, Izzy Muzzett said:

Made me well up did that 

same, especially when he read that Patrick's dad woke up when TMS came on and they managed to listen to England seal the win. So fitting. 

[fuchsntf]

Joe Root and his followers,...Look at Kohli,his concentration and flexability,with an high grade of discipline,in an innings.

No matter how the ball is moving.....India have adapted,in both bowling and batting,plus fielding improvements...

I am expecting ,but doubting that from our top 6 batsman,not 2-3 will make a game of it..

Time for the openners,to grind 80+ partnerships.even consistent 40-65 ,would do for now!!!

Time for the captain to stand up,and get a century,he suppose to be a top 4  Wclass batsman....I

Butler ,Stokes batting can't be just single great moments,and only honest 30s-50s....more 80s-100s,

Plus we need a decent nr4, let's see if Pope can progress..

Our tail has been docked in the last 2yrs,few moments when 2-3 have wagged. 6th wicket down and that's it!!!!

Broad,should stop dead batting,and just go for it,without slogging it,he has the eye,then try taking up another stance..!

Our bowling I won't criticise too much...they haven't had the runs to play with,for over 2international seasons.

English players,,in batting and field lose their concentration,and intensity,far too early.

 

If they could,harden up and show that needed concentration a little more ,they could still save this game.

[StanSP]

520 the target...

No doubt England will want to see out the day without losing a wicket. Cherry on top for India should any wickets fall between now and stumps.

England must be knackered today though having been out in the field for so long - just under 90 runs a session required but need to keep their wickets in store...

 

[Max Wall]

1 minute ago, StanSP said:

520 the target...

No doubt England will want to see out the day without losing a wicket. Cherry on top for India should any wickets fall between now and stumps.

England must be knackered today though having been out in the field for so long - just under 90 runs a session required but need to keep their wickets in store...

 

I'll be astounded if we're none down at the close.

[Max Wall]

2 minutes ago, StanSP said:

520 the target...

No doubt England will want to see out the day without losing a wicket. Cherry on top for India should any wickets fall between now and stumps.

England must be knackered today though having been out in the field for so long - just under 90 runs a session required but need to keep their wickets in store...

 

Ok Stan.

[surrifox]

1 hour ago, Max Wall said:

The next two pitches are very likely to take spin. Whilst the bookies will naturally have England as favourites if they lead 2-1 going into the 4th test, India may be a good shout to take the series 3-2 if the odds are high (weather permitting, as weather's always a f*** up factor with cricket bets).

A very good shout IMO. England have imploded in this match after a good performance at Lords . Best batsman out for the series , 2 out of form openers ,muddled thinking about the all rounders and no truly reliable spinner . 

[Max Wall]

Just now, surrifox said:

A very good shout IMO. England have imploded in this match after a good performance at Lords . Best batsman out for the series , 2 out of form openers ,muddled thinking about the all rounders and no truly reliable spinner . 

On top of that, neither team is particularly reliable in these conditions but I'd rather have the Indians batting for my life I reckon. England have the more talented batting line up in my opinion but they're even more hit and miss than India.

They also have Kohli, I think he's scored more than double anyone else in the series.

[Guest MattP]

Want us to show some serious fight here, body on the line and don't roll over.

Get the coming back at least for another day on Wednesday. 

[Max Wall]

2 minutes ago, MattP said:

Want us to show some serious fight here, body on the line and don't roll over.

Get the coming back at least for another day on Wednesday. 

I agree but I simply don't see us batting through the whole of Tuesday. Hope I'm wrong.

[Bobby Hundreds]

Looking forward to seeing us knock off these last few runs tomorrow for an unassailable 3-0 lead to take the Pataudi trophy.

 

 

Edited 20 August 2018 by Bobby Hundreds

[Bert]

One session down! Pray for rain!! 

[AKCJ]

That's the last we'll see of Jennings then.