Highveld
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Sadly Tom will ,iss the first test v Zimbabwe, he hasn't recovered from his shoulder injury https://www.nzc.nz/news-items/latham-ruled-out-of-first-test-against-zimbabwe-santner-to-become-32nd-test-captain/
Probably the wrong decision after winning the toss, the bowlers have tried hard, but some of the bowling and fielding changes were reactive rather than working from a prepared plan and being proactive.
It is not unknown for opening batsman captains, especially when in poor form, to elect to field first to avoid facing difficult bowlers in overcast conditions. I really hope that wasn't the case today.
Live scores link https://live.nvplay.com/ecb/?tab=m_summary#mfba6ed41-5a37-4117-ab47-f0a77a386cbb
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Live Stream
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQeBtCXLPc8
Essex
64 D Elgar
22 PI Walter
21 T Westley
77 JM Cox
20 MJJ Critchley
19 MS Pepper†
8 NRM Thain
29 S Snater
16 SJ Cook
44 JA Porter
56 CWJ Allison
Warwickshire
17 RM Yates
71 AL Davies
80 DR Mousley
12 BJ Webster
30 EG Barnard
11 K Smith†
8 ZA Malik
8 VL Jani
6 CJ Rocchiccioli
54 ER Bamber
20 OJ Hannon-Dalby
Not forgetting the number of times they score Zero :-)
They are a "RAW" average, it would take some time to calculate the "moderated" average.
The club is still recruiting a new "media manager", however the job description was prioritising the unwanted competition and political correctness, when what is needed is an experienced sports Journo.
Sadly since Tom Rawlins moved on the media output has been behind that of other counties. Have a looka t our neighbours for an example of good media output.
Championship averages after the Worcs game, you need to scroll down the page to get to Warwickshire.
Nightmare on Broad Street :-)
Also Charlie Taylor, and they are continuing with the experiemnt of Lintott as an opening batsman!
It is unlikely that adding an all formats international player would actually weaken the side. Someone does not become a successful international player at Jacob's age, Just 21 remember, withoutout having an exceptional level of ability, and being able to perform even when he hasn't played a lot recently.
Do we really want to repeat the mistakes of "Badbatch"? or continue the rewarding of mediocrity of the Robinson era?
If Bethell is available he should play.
Like any workplace, coaches &/or managers like that lead to good people chosing to seek employment elsewhere.
Sadly, we've had a similar situation the last couple of years, and further changes, to remove toxic chaaracters are still needed.
Yes, a very poor coach, with no motivational skills and strange selections.
It was a very frustating time to support the team.
The question though is would Jacob Bethell, an international all rounder, be likely to contribute more to the team than the alternatives?
I remember that in the "Badbatch" era We lost a one day semi final when we omitted Ian Bell, who was a key member of the England test and ODI teams at the time.
Can the team continue their winning streak?
https://live.nvplay.com/ecb/?tab=m_summary#maaf759a7-331f-4368-bd2b-7ddb250c3311
Kent 2nd XI
1 H Fulton
2 OH Morgan†
3 OMB Curtiss
34 JA Leaning*
22 CL Flintoff
15 MS Rizvi
7 A Venugopalan
8 TS Birdi
45 MAR Cohen
10 BE Street
11 JA Trodd
64 MR Quinn
Warwickshire 2nd XI
1 OM Burle
23 JB Lintott*
21 TO Wylie
4 AS Nahal
5 OG Dandy†
6 LS Gekis
77 BSM Blakemore
44 AR Sylvester
9 O Khan
27 MG Booth
11 C Taylor
32 TN Walallawita
The Einstein quote about the insanity of expecting differing results from repeating the same actions comes to mind.
The 11th game of the championahip season, and the last with the Kokaburra ball, so also the last game for Rocci'
Hopefully Sam Hain will have returned from dealing with nappies and should be returned to the side, there is also the, small, chance that Jacob Bethell will be allowed to play. Meaning at least one change to the side.
After their performances against worcestershire both Zen Malik and Kai Smith deserve to remain in the side, with Kai retaining the keeper role. Both of these payyers are only going tto gain confidence, improve and become full time team members by being given the opportunity to play.
Looking at the situation logically, and based on recent performances, the player/s to be omitted seems obvious, but sadly unlikely to happen.
Exceelent from Webster and Smith to get through to the total. An excellent game of cricket that was entertaing and competitive all the way.
After today Smith and Malik should be told they are in the championship team for the rest of the season, and we should be trying to get webster to agree to return next season.
However. there are still issues that need to be addressed, and changes made to make the club and team stronger going forwards.
An excellent innings by Zen Malik, a second century in his first season, shows he could become a regualar member of the team.
The 50 over cup will be a big opportunity for him.
Were we not told when Davies was signed that due to multiple injuries his hand no longer allowed him to keep in four day games?
Another wonderful contribution from what some here claim is "the best opening partnership" in the championship :-)
We need two new opening batsmen for next season.
I'm certain Worcestershire would say NO. Even if we added money to the deal.