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Wednesday, October 5, 2011

On This Day : 30th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 30th SeptemberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:06pm[tube]DTjJuNkDAo0[/tube]

On This Day : 30th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 30th SeptemberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:06pm[tube]DTjJuNkDAo0[/tube]

On This Day : 30th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 30th SeptemberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:06pm[tube]DTjJuNkDAo0[/tube]

On This Day : 29th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 29th SeptemberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:06pm[tube]FadAn4iOsHM[/tube]

On This Day : 30th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 30th SeptemberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:06pm[tube]DTjJuNkDAo0[/tube]

On This Day : 29th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 29th SeptemberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:06pm[tube]FadAn4iOsHM[/tube]

On This Day : 29th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 29th SeptemberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:06pm[tube]FadAn4iOsHM[/tube]

On This Day : 29th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 29th SeptemberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:06pm[tube]FadAn4iOsHM[/tube]

On This Day : 30th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 30th SeptemberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:06pm[tube]DTjJuNkDAo0[/tube]

On This Day : 30th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 30th SeptemberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:06pm[tube]DTjJuNkDAo0[/tube]

On This Day : 1st October

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 1st OctoberPosted: 05 October 2011 at 12:08pm[tube]hYQTWvIo-1o[/tube]

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Your Favourite Teams

Author: AlmarasheSubject: Your Favourite TeamsPosted: 04 October 2011 at 1:48pmEngland is my favourite cricket team and I like Kevin Peterson.

General Cricket Talk : Your Favourite Teams

Author: AlmarasheSubject: Your Favourite TeamsPosted: 04 October 2011 at 1:48pmEngland is my favourite cricket team and I like Kevin Peterson.

General Cricket Talk : Your Favourite Teams

Author: AlmarasheSubject: Your Favourite TeamsPosted: 04 October 2011 at 1:48pmEngland is my favourite cricket team and I like Kevin Peterson.

Monday, October 3, 2011

Current Matches : Sri Lanka v Pakistan (in U.A.E) (2011)

Author: sam_ahmedSubject: Sri Lanka v Pakistan (in U.A.E) (2011)Posted: 03 October 2011 at 7:30pmThere is plenty of cricket in October and all 10 test playing nations will be in action... This series should be the most interesting of all because I think it is between two very evenly matched teams.PAK drop Umer Akmal from the test squad, Shafiq and Malik make comebacks, Gul, Wahab and Abdur Rahman also make it to the test squad while Tanvir Ahmed is very unfortunate to have lost his spot to Aizaz Cheema. Junaid Khan retains his place.List of Fixtures:Tue Oct 18 - Sat Oct 22 06:00 GMT | 10:00 local11:30 IST1st Test - Pakistan v Sri LankaSheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu DhabiWed Oct 26 - Sun Oct 30 06:00 GMT | 10:00 local11:30 IST2nd Test - Pakistan v Sri LankaDubai International Cricket StadiumThu Nov 3 - Mon Nov 7 06:00 GMT | 10:00 local11:30 IST3rd Test - Pakistan v Sri LankaSharjah Cricket Association StadiumFri Nov 11 11:00 GMT | 15:00 local16:30 IST1st ODI - Pakistan v Sri LankaDubai International Cricket StadiumMon Nov 14 11:00 GMT | 15:00 local16:30 IST2nd ODI - Pakistan v Sri LankaDubai International Cricket StadiumFri Nov 18 11:00 GMT | 15:00 local16:30 IST3rd ODI - Pakistan v Sri LankaDubai International Cricket StadiumSun Nov 20 11:00 GMT | 15:00 local16:30 IST4th ODI - Pakistan v Sri LankaSharjah Cricket Association StadiumWed Nov 23 11:00 GMT | 15:00 local16:30 IST5th ODI - Pakistan v Sri LankaSheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu DhabiFri Nov 25 17:00 GMT | 21:00 local22:30 ISTOnly T20I - Pakistan v Sri LankaSheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi

Saturday, October 1, 2011

Current Matches : West Indies in Bangladesh (2011)

Author: sam_ahmedSubject: West Indies in Bangladesh (2011)Posted: 01 October 2011 at 3:06pmJust a few days before this starts, Musfiqur Rahim's first assignment as captain and these are two sides desperate for a series win, still no Chris Gayle for WI, I'd say WI will start off as favorites in both tests and ODI's. However, last year BAN did managed to beat NZL 4-0 so at home they can be a dangerous side, should be a good contest, big test for BAN to show their competitiveness, big chance for WI to get back to winning ways before they take on India. Very Important series this for both the teams.Fri Oct 7 03:00 GMT | 09:00 local08:30 ISTTBC v West IndiansNarayanganj Osmani Stadium, Fatullah Sun Oct 9 03:00 GMT | 09:00 local08:30 ISTTBC v West IndiansNarayanganj Osmani Stadium, Fatullah Tue Oct 11 08:30 GMT | 14:30 local14:00 ISTOnly T20I - Bangladesh v West IndiesShere Bangla National Stadium, MirpurThu Oct 13 08:30 GMT | 14:30 local14:00 IST1st ODI - Bangladesh v West IndiesShere Bangla National Stadium, MirpurSat Oct 15 08:30 GMT | 14:30 local14:00 IST2nd ODI - Bangladesh v West IndiesShere Bangla National Stadium, MirpurTue Oct 18 03:00 GMT | 09:00 local08:30 IST3rd ODI - Bangladesh v West IndiesZahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, ChittagongFri Oct 21 - Tue Oct 25 03:30 GMT | 09:30 local09:00 IST1st Test - Bangladesh v West IndiesZahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, ChittagongSat Oct 29 - Wed Nov 2 03:30 GMT | 09:30 local09:00 IST2nd Test - Bangladesh v West IndiesShere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur

Current Matches : West Indies in Bangladesh (2011)

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Current Matches : England in India (2011)

Author: sam_ahmedSubject: England in India (2011)Posted: 28 September 2011 at 6:43pmENG tour India for 5 ODI's and 1 T20 in what will be a subcontinental test for them. ENG have announced their squad with Kevin Pieterson making a comeback, a couple of new faces in the squad and I don't know much about them.India are expected to announce their squad for the first two ODI's tomorrow, Sachin, Sehwag, Yuvraj, Munaf and Zaheer are all still injured, Gauti should be back though and they are considering bringing back Nehra, although I would seriously want to see Irfan pathan back in the team, he certainly can do a lot better than all those who were tried in ENG.List of Fixtures:Sat Oct 8 04:00 GMT | 09:30 local09:30 ISTTBC v England XIGymkhana Ground, Hyderabad Tue Oct 11 04:00 GMT | 09:30 local09:30 ISTTBC v England XIGymkhana Ground, Hyderabad Fri Oct 14 09:00 GMT | 14:30 local14:30 IST1st ODI - India v EnglandRajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, HyderabadMon Oct 17 09:00 GMT | 14:30 local14:30 IST2nd ODI - India v EnglandFeroz Shah Kotla, DelhiThu Oct 20 09:00 GMT | 14:30 local14:30 IST3rd ODI - India v EnglandPunjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali, ChandigarhSun Oct 23 09:00 GMT | 14:30 local14:30 IST4th ODI - India v EnglandWankhede Stadium, MumbaiTue Oct 25 09:00 GMT | 14:30 local14:30 IST5th ODI - India v EnglandEden Gardens, KolkataSat Oct 29 14:30 GMT | 20:00 local20:00 ISTOnly T20I - India v EnglandEden Gardens, Kolkata

Current Matches : England in India (2011)

On This Day : 28th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 28th SeptemberPosted: 28 September 2011 at 12:59pm[tube]hYPNrs3NyEE[/tube]

On This Day : 27th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 27th SeptemberPosted: 28 September 2011 at 12:49pm[tube]XS7LL08rZog[/tube]

On This Day : 27th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 27th SeptemberPosted: 28 September 2011 at 12:49pm[tube]XS7LL08rZog[/tube]

On This Day : 28th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 28th SeptemberPosted: 28 September 2011 at 12:59pm[tube]hYPNrs3NyEE[/tube]

Current Matches : Australia in South Africa

Author: MikeySubject: Australia in South AfricaPosted: 28 September 2011 at 11:41amAustralia will be touring South Africa, the nation which is ranked no.2 in Test cricket.The T20 squad for Australia has been announced with Johnson dropped - no surprises there. Haddin has retired from the format and the incumbent Tim Paine is out injured, nonetheless Wade is the better option. Paine is a test specialist in my opinion and I'd like to see him in the test side as soon as possible, even ahead of Haddin.Mitchell Marsh, brother of Shaun, is in the squad ahead of Hastings who is also injured. He's a 19 year old all rounder who Mickey Arthur compares to Jacques Kallis. He's a genuine all rounder and from the looks of things his game is a lot better than Moises Henriques, whose career never really took off.The other bolter is Patrick Cummins, the 18 year old NSW fast bowler who scored a CA contract out of no where. I've seen the kid bowl and he already hits 150kph, believe it or not. He has been doing a lot of weight and strength training and presumably he's still growing so on that basis it wouldn't surprise me if he continued to his 150kph on a regular basis. His action looks a little bit like Anderson's, but there's a little bit of Mohammed Zahid about the way he bowls. The way the ball rises and the sheer pace is very Zahid-esque. That is, if anybody has seen Zahid bowl before. I haven't seen anyone this genuinely quick emerge from Australia at SUCH a young age since Lee or maybe Tait, although Cummins' action is more orthodox and not round arm/slingy.

Current Matches : Australia in South Africa

Coaching : Finding it hard playing shots to the offside

Author: michaelbSubject: Finding it hard playing shots to the offsidePosted: 27 September 2011 at 10:35pmCan you take a video of yourself batting? It will be far easier to help you after looking at your technique for playing drives outside off stump

Coaching : weak core muscles

Author: michaelbSubject: weak core musclesPosted: 27 September 2011 at 10:50pmToo often I see people in the gym performing crunch after crunch to try and improve core strength. Studies have proven this to be dangerous for the spine and an ineffective way to train the core. The coreâ€™s main function is to stabilize or prevent movement. This is not to say that flexion or extension should be totally neglected because you do need to have this type of core strength especially if you are a sports person.Check out this article for more on this topic and see the video below of some core strength exercise progressions that you can incorporate into your workouts. http://www.strengthspeedagility.com/core-training-best-core-strength-exercises/Core Strength and Stability Rollout Progression - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbWCgrN7UwUCore Training Anti Lateral Flexion (Landmine) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZcTiM-aZ58

Coaching : weak core muscles

Coaching : Finding it hard playing shots to the offside

Monday, September 26, 2011

On This Day : 24th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 24th SeptemberPosted: 26 September 2011 at 12:24pm[tube]1_ixXOyUaSU[/tube]

On This Day : 23rd September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 23rd SeptemberPosted: 26 September 2011 at 12:23pm[tube]Us8ZpA4_H04[/tube]

On This Day : 25th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 25th SeptemberPosted: 26 September 2011 at 12:25pm[tube]l_ppaYF97sM[/tube]

On This Day : 26th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 26th SeptemberPosted: 26 September 2011 at 12:25pm[tube]DebvgnmTr7Q[/tube]

Saturday, September 24, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Why are England a better team now?

Author: flipperSubject: Why are England a better team now?Posted: 24 September 2011 at 11:18am

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Current Matches : West Indies in England - 2 T20's

Author: SledgerSubject: West Indies in England - 2 T20'sPosted: 23 September 2011 at 6:27amI suppose this mini-series needs it's own thread , but it won't fill too many pages ! The 2 T20's have been arranged because of the original agreement between the ECB and Standford (who's still under investigation) -it was do this or repay a lot of money! Graeme Swann is England captain because of Broad's injury and he leads a very young side. Many of the Windies star names are absent too , so the English will start favourite. The 1st game is today , with the 2nd on Sunday. Ticket sales have been brisk - hardy souls in England , because cricket at the end of September can be a bum-numbing affair !

Championship team of season

Marcus TrescothickAs imperious as ever, Trescothick scored 290 more runs than anyone else in either division, despite missing three games to a cruel injury. His dominance is such that it has become a clichÃ© to describe him as batting on a different pitch from everyone else.Mike CarberryThough it wasnâ€™t enough to keep Hampshire in division one, Carberryâ€™s return, after fears his career was over, was astounding. Against Yorkshire, he hit 300*, displaying the range of shots and concentration that earned him an England Test cap only 18 months ago, while his last-day century against Warwickshire denied them the title.Chris RogersBrought in to average over 50 and lead a side to promotion that finished eighth in division two in the previous two seasons, Rogers made the twin challenges seem positively easy.Dale BenkensteinThere was no third championship in four years for Durham, but Benkensteinâ€™s excellence remained unabated: only Trescothick exceeded his 1353 division one run
s. Long established as his sideâ€™s crisis man, Benkensteinâ€™s experience as skipper was a valuable aid for Phil Mustard.Zander de BruynIn a Surrey top six that is as gung-ho as they come, de Bruyn provides stickability, and two hundreds and two fifties in the last three games allowed Surrey to claim a remarkable promotion. Somerset fans, not unreasonably, will feel they might just have won the championship had he not been lured to The Oval.Jonny Bairstow (wicket-keeper)In an otherwise bleak season for Yorkshire Bairstowâ€™s excellence, culminating in a memorable England ODI debut, provided some solace. Attractive and calm in front of the stumps, he scored his runs at a strike-rate â€" 69 â€" that few top-order batsmen can match. With the gloves Bairstow improved but is not yet the equal of his late father.Will GidmanWith one first-class appearance before the season began, bookmakers would have given any odds on Gidman becoming the first man for 15 years to score 1000 champ
ionship runs and take 50 wickets. But do that he did; and with a batting average (45) more than double his bowling one (21). A late developer at 26, Gidman deserves England Lions recognition.Glen Chapple (captain)Itâ€™s not only sentimentality that earns Chapple a place in this side, which his achievement in lifting the pennant without stars ensures he leads. At 37, his canny fast-medium bowling was effective enough to claim 55 wickets at under 20, despite often not being fully fit. Though he was uncharacteristically short of runs, Lancashire would not have won the championship without his 97 in their penultimate game.Tim MurtaghUnlucky to never represent England (though he may yet play for Ireland), Murtaghâ€™s best season yet propelled Middlesex to promotion. A round 80 wickets in 15 matches highlight his potency, which is especially great with the new ball, as a three-wicket bust in 16 balls against Derbyshire illustrates.David MastersLazy cricket writers have spent years
describing Masters as a â€œnagging seamerâ€ and â€œjourneymanâ€, but he forced them to be rather more imaginative after claiming 93 wickets. Mastersâ€™ mastery of the Tiflex ball and constant ability to seam it was never more evident than when he claimed 8/10 against Leicestershire.Gary KeedyThe mark of Keedyâ€™s bowling is that his left-arm spin is almost as effective in April as August, while his parsimony (giving away just 2.5 an over) means Lancashire never lost control in the field. His 4-57 from 28 overs in the first innings of the victory at Taunton perfectly encapsulated his qualities.

On This Day : 22nd September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 22nd SeptemberPosted: 22 September 2011 at 12:42pm[tube]MyvLIO10NVM[/tube]

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Off-Topic Forum : Google+ and getting to know each other

Author: MikeySubject: Google+ and getting to know each otherPosted: 22 September 2011 at 6:54amWondering if any of the members of the forum here have joined Google+. I joined it last night and quite liked it and I have 150 invitations too if any one else would like to join. Would be nice to get to know some of you folks in real life! I'm in Perth, Australia, always happy to have a coffee (or beer if you prefer) with anyone who is in town. Cheers,Mike

Off-Topic Forum : Google+ and getting to know each other

On This Day : 21st September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 21st SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 1:56pm[tube]KLAJlONCjy0[/tube]

On This Day : 21st September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 21st SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 1:56pm[tube]KLAJlONCjy0[/tube]

On This Day : 19th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 19th SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 1:04pm[tube]mCVZMTKm8_g[/tube]

On This Day : 16th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 16th SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 12:43pm[tube]S5NEabIx7IQ[/tube]

On This Day : 18th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 18th SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 1:03pm[tube]9l0HL8E1N6M[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 1:04pm

On This Day : 20th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 20th SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 1:05pm[tube]axEsmgOc1iM[/tube]

On This Day : 16th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 16th SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 12:43pm[tube]S5NEabIx7IQ[/tube]

On This Day : 19th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 19th SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 1:04pm[tube]mCVZMTKm8_g[/tube]

On This Day : 18th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 18th SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 1:03pm[tube]9l0HL8E1N6M[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 1:04pm

On This Day : 17th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 17th SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 1:02pm[tube]MHhLP38EZ4Y[/tube]

On This Day : 17th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 17th SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 1:02pm[tube]MHhLP38EZ4Y[/tube]

On This Day : 20th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 20th SeptemberPosted: 21 September 2011 at 1:05pm[tube]axEsmgOc1iM[/tube]

Monday, September 19, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Titans Of Cricket

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: Titans Of CricketPosted: 19 September 2011 at 12:15pmHopefully this'll give you plenty of information on Titans of Cricket. It's a video we've put together - should find what you're looking for![tube]qWwWxBnnVYQ[/tube]

Coaching : becoming a faster bowler

Author: bhushangogadSubject: becoming a faster bowlerPosted: 18 September 2011 at 11:58amHi, to be a fast bowler. you need a strong shoulder & chest. your action is also very important. so you need to do 3-4 sets of 20 push ups or deeps every day. Further when you bowl in the nets, bowl medium pace n increase it very slowly and then see the miracles.

Coaching : becoming a faster bowler

General Cricket Talk : Titans Of Cricket

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Historical Figures

I was playing around with the idea (suggested by my old mate JB) of how various historical figures would have fared as cricketers. And this is what I came up with.

[b]Galileo Galilei

Batsman - [/b]A failure - always batted at no. 11. Spent too much time observing what the bowler was trying to do, and too little time actually reacting. Should have listened more to the ultimately sage advice of the former opening batsman Kepler.

[b]Bowler -[/b] This was his real strength. You hear talk about bowlers 'gaining pace' off the pitch - GG was a master at this. He had truly mastered the ability to uniformly accelerate the ball.

[b]Fielder[/b] - Particularly strong under the high ball - an expert at judging the parabola of hits into the outfield.

[b]Overall -[/b] Great potential that was ultimately undone by off-field politics. He should never have written his autobiography "Dialogue Concerning the Two Chief World Systems" in which he openly criticized the excessive power base wielded by the BCCI and argued that the world of cricket did not rotate simply around India. It ultimately resulted in the loss of his T20 contract and his career finished in anonymity.

[b]Stephen Hawking[/b]

[b]Batting -[/b] Formed a solid opening partnership with Penrose. Good technique with a penchant for taking quick singularities. Did have some trouble in running threes until he improved his turning circle. Most remembered now for popularising the block hole paradox shot, which revolutionised how to play yorkers in T20 cricket.

[b]Bowling - [/b] Nil. Reminiscent of the late 1950s with Gordon Rorke, Hawking's truly unique bowling style was quickly outlawed, as his very long delivery slide meant that umpires could not accurately determine the legality of the ball and he often was able to release the ball nearly half way down the pitch.

[b]Fielding -[/b] Great short leg fielder with an ability to get a considerable amount of mass behind the ball. Noted sledger from close in, but some pedants have raised concerns that many of his memorable lines were scripted.

[b]Overall -[/b] Often remembered in the same category as Mike Brearly: a magnificent cricketing brain that perhaps over-shadowed his physical abilities. Once again though - great sledger. Best line is probably the classic and oft repeated "When I hear of Schrodinger's bat, I reach for my pistol."

[b]Michael Jackson[/b]

[b]Batting -[/b] A modern figure that harked back to the grand days of George Bonner, Jackson was a child prodigy that was picked primarily for his aggressive stroking of the tail end, particularly in under-age teams. He had many big hits around the world, and still holds a number of records. His nickname of Whacko Jacko quickly emerged after his stunning debut performance in the IPL when he combined with Indian superstar, Off the Wall Rahul Dravid. He was famous for walking, even before Gilly made it commonplace.

[b]Bowling -[/b] Jackson was only an occasional bowler, but gained a second, but less flattering nickname, as the King of Long Hops. He did establish a long standing sponsorship with Pepsi but was ultimately burnt by the deal.

[b]Fielding -[/b] Jackson's reputation was largely ruined on the basis of a number of eventually unsubstantiated claims of balls tampering. Many influential people believed he was a fiddler when no-one was watching, but this could not be proven.

[b]Post Cricket -[/b] After retiring, Jackson went on to a surprisingly successful career as an umpire. Similar to Australian Darrell Hair, he was a firm decision maker as he saw everything as black and white. He stood in many different tests that ended in thrillers, but also found himself in a number of bad and dangerous situations, however his attitude that he was invincible ultimately saw him through. Jackson sadly passed away recent just before a long awaited comeback as a match referee.

Thursday, September 15, 2011

On This Day : 15th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 15th SeptemberPosted: 15 September 2011 at 2:46pm[tube]Wc_tR2PKypw[/tube]

On This Day : 14th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 14th SeptemberPosted: 15 September 2011 at 2:45pm[tube]YWXM_zo_fEk[/tube]

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

On This Day : 13th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 13th SeptemberPosted: 13 September 2011 at 12:18pm[tube]EIIk6nwwbcc[/tube]

Monday, September 12, 2011

On This Day : 12th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 12th SeptemberPosted: 12 September 2011 at 12:55pm[tube]GkUpV_Wc37k[/tube]

On This Day : 10th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 10th SeptemberPosted: 12 September 2011 at 12:39pm[tube]BK41DhLp2mE[/tube]

On This Day : 11th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 11th SeptemberPosted: 12 September 2011 at 12:40pm[tube]OykHxGQVzSE[/tube]

Friday, September 9, 2011

On This Day : 8th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 8th SeptemberPosted: 09 September 2011 at 3:04pm[tube]ve1YDABAM10[/tube]

On This Day : 9th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 9th SeptemberPosted: 09 September 2011 at 3:05pm[tube]QsJf8SLcAIE[/tube]

Off-Topic Forum : Track and Field athletics

Author: spin wizardSubject: Track and Field athleticsPosted: 09 September 2011 at 3:14pmAnyone watched any of those race? Those Jamaicans are electric, Usain Bolt you beauty!! I'd give anything to see him run and to watch Jamaica run the 4 x 100m relay!

On This Day : 5th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 5th SeptemberPosted: 09 September 2011 at 12:37pm[tube]J6lngvGC-08[/tube]

On This Day : 6th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 6th SeptemberPosted: 09 September 2011 at 12:44pm[tube]hw8z4Nez54g[/tube]

On This Day : 4th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 4th SeptemberPosted: 09 September 2011 at 12:31pm[tube]p4rELtHpgzI[/tube]

On This Day : 7th September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 7th SeptemberPosted: 09 September 2011 at 12:49pm[tube]ZIuynVHlGnQ[/tube]

On This Day : 3rd September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 3rd SeptemberPosted: 09 September 2011 at 12:03pm[tube]1JQYHRqN6bM[/tube]

Thursday, September 8, 2011

On This Day : 31st August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 31st AugustPosted: 08 September 2011 at 3:43pm[tube]IWbKkCfVHTw[/tube]

On This Day : 1st September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 1st SeptemberPosted: 08 September 2011 at 3:44pm[tube]SmNAapdxLj8[/tube]

On This Day : 30th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 30th AugustPosted: 08 September 2011 at 3:42pm[tube]fIasqzSiIks[/tube]

On This Day : 2nd September

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 2nd SeptemberPosted: 08 September 2011 at 3:44pm[tube]ylP5ckKu99M[/tube]

On This Day : 29th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 29th AugustPosted: 08 September 2011 at 12:46pm[tube]0J9bKVrMTkE[/tube]

On This Day : 28th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 28th AugustPosted: 08 September 2011 at 12:46pm[tube]eLNCszXpdMk[/tube]

On This Day : 26th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 26th AugustPosted: 08 September 2011 at 12:45pm[tube]W1QP6F0I7-o[/tube]

On This Day : 27th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 27th AugustPosted: 08 September 2011 at 12:45pm[tube]IApSoBIedCU[/tube]

Thursday, September 1, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Charity 500ft Zip Wire at the Kia Oval

Author: SledgerSubject: Charity 500ft Zip Wire at the Kia OvalPosted: 01 September 2011 at 1:57pmA worthy cause , best of luck with it.

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Current Matches : Series Off Topic

Author: MalhotraRaj84Subject: Series Off TopicPosted: 31 August 2011 at 8:19pmOriginally posted by MalhotraRaj84Even if what you said turns out true and situation is as bad as you think, Isn't it still fine?. India have won so much, won World Cup, been at top spot for good amount of time, acheived things which none expected them when they toured overseas and infact have played some very good consistent cricket in last 10 years. Give them a break, what goes up has to come down for some time. Just chill mate and meanwhile enjoy T20 World Champs vs ODI World Champs tonight . Originally posted by mysteryVery funny Raj Australia won 3 World Cups in a row and were on top for atleast 10-11 years still they never said things like that and after just winning once you trying to say like India are winning for 1000 years. One thing i would say you have lost it mate first you try to say India are still the best and when you cant proof it now saying they won too much thats the reason please mate accept things. First of all I hardly respond to your quotes , this time you are lucky.You get some response from me. Ok, Observe the things in BOLD I said even if that happens , then as a true fan, even in some bad patch we need to have some patience.Secondly I have clearly said 10 years, you exaggerate to 1000 years. Then I really don't understand what you want to say by mixing strange words like " you lost it" , " you can't proof","reason","accept it". Sorry I won't respond to those.Edited by MalhotraRaj84 - Today at 8:23pm

On This Day : 24th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 24th AugustPosted: 31 August 2011 at 2:14pm[tube]NaF_ut0ZOjA[/tube]

On This Day : 22nd August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 22nd AugustPosted: 31 August 2011 at 2:13pm[tube]LGm6isiSr58[/tube]

On This Day : 23rd August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 23rd AugustPosted: 31 August 2011 at 2:13pm[tube]Zcr4JNKBnxU[/tube]

On This Day : 21st August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 21st AugustPosted: 31 August 2011 at 2:12pm[tube]liNpYPadFWQ[/tube]

On This Day : 25th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 25th AugustPosted: 31 August 2011 at 2:15pm[tube]qXKlgicQg98[/tube]

Sunday, August 28, 2011

Cricket Fun & Games : Cricket Tipping Game

Author: Stacey BolewareSubject: Cricket Tipping GamePosted: 29 August 2011 at 6:29amMuch like the predicting threads (which was originally my idea) cross a footy tipping line-upYou probably have this for the soccer outside of Australia but I'll explain it anywayAt the start of each week I'll post the next 7 matches to be played internationally (ODI and TEST), and you must post or PM (I'll decide) me your answers.Unlike the predicting thread it will not be as complicated as that so all I need this time round is the winner and that is it. There will be a ladder of who's in the lead after each match with the winner to be chosen after a certain number of matches So who's in: I'd like quite a few people

Friday, August 26, 2011

Off-Topic Forum : APOLLO : one giant hoax Yes/No

Author: flipperSubject: APOLLO : one giant hoax Yes/NoPosted: 26 August 2011 at 6:21pmAPOLLO : one giant hoax At the present time, nowhere on Earth does there exist, nor is there any prospect in the foreseeable future of there being, the technology to put men on the moon and bring them back safely. When NASA realised that President Kennedyâ€™s 1961 call, for a man on the moon and back alive before the end of the decade, was totally impossible, they decided, rather than lose face, to hoax the whole thing. With $40 billion â€" at 1961 rates â€" available, the scope for deception was endless. The major problem was the impossibility of overcoming the cosmic radiation threat within and beyond the Earthâ€™s Van Allen Belts and on the moonâ€™s surface. At least 5 feet of lead would be needed in all directions to protect the voyagers : for one man, in a telephone kiosk, this would involve a thousand tons of lead. 35-plus years later, the unprotected Apollo travellers, all of whom would have been fried, have shown no signs of radiation sickness. Another problem was the inability of NASA to produce a stable craft which was intended to be the lunar landing module. â€œLunar astronautâ€, Neil Amstrong, almost lost his life when one of the prototype flying-bedstead LMs crashed and disintegrated. The problems were never even close to being solved. The highly secret Area 51, in the Nevada Desert, is believed to be the location for the film studios â€" still visible from satellite photographs â€" which produced the television programmes â€" â€œlive from the Moonâ€, whilst the astronauts merely sat out their time 200 miles above the Earthâ€™s surface. The official NASA record of the six Apollo excursions is so full of basic mistakes that various observers believe that some NASA personnel, very unhappy at being forced to be part of the hoax, deliberately left what would become obvious flaws in the record. The American flag flapping in the atmosphere-free, windless conditions ; the school-boy-level fake â€œmoon photographsâ€ and their difference from the live (film studio) transmissions ; the miracle of the standard Kodak film which withstood the X-rays and the extremes of heat and cold - 250 to minus-250 degrees ; the chest-mounted cameras which, without a viewfinder, produced hundreds of clear, well-framed photographs ; the multiple light sources ; the clear, uninterrupted voices of the astronauts as they sat above 10,000 lb-thrust, 140-decibel rockets ; the lack of any crater beneath the LMs; the lack of any exhaust smoke from the LM rockets (as it was pulled upwards, Thunderbird-style, by puppet strings in the studio) ; the lack of any stars in the lunar sky ; â€¦ and so on. The impression that the men and vehicles were moving in a less dense gravity was created by simply slowing down the film to half-speed. One of the â€œwhistle-blowersâ€, Bill Kaysing, former analyst and engineer with Rocketdyne, the Apollo rocket designers estimated that â€œ.. there were 85 completely separate manoeuvres involved in a lunar landing. Statisticians have calculated that the chances of completing this set of manoeuvres six times, without a single failure, were totally beyond the realms of possibilityâ€. Kaysing also reckoned that the chances of a successful, manned return trip to the moon were .0017%. Other informants have not been so lucky. The outstanding critic of Americaâ€™s chances of lunar success, Gus Grissom was one of ten astronauts who had â€œfreak fatal accidentsâ€ between 1964 & 67. Apollo 1 safety inspector, Thomas Baron, produced a 500-page report. He stated that â€œThe Apollo 1 programme was in such disarray that America would never make it to the moon.â€ One week later Baron and his family were killed in a road crash : the report disappeared. Although the Americans recruited over 120 Nazi space scientists for their use, the Apollo scam is well beyond anything in the Joseph Goebbels Manual of Public Relations. Channels 4 and 5 TV have broadcast programmes exposing the fraud, but the Establishment media, led by -who else?- the BBC, have taken every opportunity to reinforce the hoax, with very good reason. If it were generally accepted that The Scientists have told us a pack of lies on â€œManâ€™s Greatest Achievementâ€ - and they have - even the most trusting of punter is likely to ask on what else would they deceive us : answer - everything.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

General Cricket Talk : All time Best XI of your home town

Author: narendranSubject: All time Best XI of your home townPosted: 25 August 2011 at 4:40amFor Hyderabad, surely one should also choose M.A.K. Pataudi, Jaisimha, Ghulam Ahmed, Abid Ali, Krishnamurthy, Venkatapathy Raju.For my home team (Madras/ Tamil Nadu):SrikkanthW.V.RamanGopinathKripal SinghC. RamaswamiRam SinghM.J. GopalanBharat ReddyVenkataraghavanRangachariGanapathi12th man: Milkha SinghReserves: V.V. KumarT.E. SrinivasanT.A. SekharDinesh KarthikCoach & Manager: Buchi Babu Nayudu

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

On This Day : 18th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 18th AugustPosted: 23 August 2011 at 1:40pm[tube]oOI8xSUYpL8[/tube]

On This Day : 19th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 19th AugustPosted: 23 August 2011 at 1:43pm[tube]tniq9pS2OaE[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 1:43pm

On This Day : 20th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 20th AugustPosted: 23 August 2011 at 1:43pm[tube]XKUoRW7VRCo[/tube]

Sunday, August 21, 2011

Equipment : Online cricket stores??

Author: GeetahSubject: Online cricket stores??Posted: 21 August 2011 at 4:30pmHave you tried looking at eBay? I think there must be something for cricket.

Friday, August 19, 2011

Current Matches : Pakistan in Zimbabwe (2011)

Author: sam_ahmedSubject: Pakistan in Zimbabwe (2011)Posted: 19 August 2011 at 6:42pmThe Green Machine returns to action after a long break and good news coming in that Shoaib Malik has been cleared by the integrity committee and is eligible for selection in Pakistan national team. Rumours are that Malik might soon be given the captaincy once Misbah decides to retire. Malik though, at the moment, is not a part of the team touring Zimbabwe.PAK have selected quite a few young faces for this series though, botn Umer Gul and Wahab Riaz have been rested (quite strangely because PAK haven't been playing since 3 months) Sohail Tanvir comes back and Aijaz Cheema gets his first chance at int'l level. Young opener Rameez Raja has also been given an opportunity to shine (and I hope he is different from the old Rameez Raja, one of the most boring players I have ever seen). As ZIM have shown against BAN, they are no push overs and against an inexperienced PAK team they would be looking for a big upset.List of FixturesSun Aug 28 - Mon Aug 2908:00 GMT | 10:00 local13:30 IST Zimbabwe XI v PakistanisQueens Sports Club, Bulawayo Thu Sep 1 - Mon Sep 508:00 GMT | 10:00 local13:30 IST Only Test - Zimbabwe v PakistanQueens Sports Club, Bulawayo Thu Sep 807:30 GMT | 09:30 local13:00 IST 1st ODI - Zimbabwe v PakistanQueens Sports Club, Bulawayo Sun Sep 1107:30 GMT | 09:30 local13:00 IST 2nd ODI - Zimbabwe v PakistanHarare Sports Club Wed Sep 1407:30 GMT | 09:30 local13:00 IST 3rd ODI - Zimbabwe v PakistanHarare Sports Club Fri Sep 1612:00 GMT | 14:00 local17:30 IST 1st T20 - Zimbabwe v PakistanHarare Sports Club Sun Sep 1812:00 GMT | 14:00 local17:30 IST 2nd T20 - Zimbabwe v PakistanHarare Sports Club

Current Matches : Pakistan in Zimbabwe (2011)

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

On This Day : 16th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 16th AugustPosted: 17 August 2011 at 12:13pm[tube]AcOOXbXbiBw[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 12:14pm

On This Day : 15th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 15th AugustPosted: 17 August 2011 at 12:13pm[tube]Pu0rHkZrgPI[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 12:13pm

On This Day : 13th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 13th AugustPosted: 17 August 2011 at 12:11pm[tube]Gw5hkwF8N0w[/tube]

On This Day : 14th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 14th AugustPosted: 17 August 2011 at 12:12pm[tube]1sWedXhx7uY[/tube]

On This Day : 17th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 17th AugustPosted: 17 August 2011 at 12:14pm[tube]r7dYpxK4jL8[/tube]

Monday, August 15, 2011

General Cricket Talk : cricket cv's???

Author: pomstheoneSubject: cricket cv's???Posted: 15 August 2011 at 8:11pmhi guys just want to start a thread about what sorts of standard of cricket everyone on here plays and how you all managed to get to play thats standard etc. i personally play club cricket as a semi pro for a premier league club and i also play county second eleven cricket. i have been lucky enough to play alot of county cricket and feel that having a strong cricket cv is a massive advantage! i basically drafted up a cv and registered with a company called www.cricketcv.webs.comonce my cv was registered they distribute it to every single county and minor county and then i waited for the replies. i had trials literally within 2 weeks and it all started from there. just wondering whether anyone else has had experience with this company or cv's?? please discuss

Friday, August 12, 2011

On This Day : 12th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 12th AugustPosted: 12 August 2011 at 12:28pm[tube]K9gQSfCv54s[/tube]

Thursday, August 11, 2011

On This Day : 11th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 11th AugustPosted: 11 August 2011 at 2:35pm[tube]888QUfe44Zc[/tube]

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Coaching : Pace bowler run up

Author: aamarSubject: Pace bowler run upPosted: 10 August 2011 at 4:26pmHi I'm struggling with a run during my bowling I keep slowing down and taking smaller steps before I reach the crease or I run to side ways. Is my run up meant to be a sprint ? and am I suppose to take big strides before I reach the crease ?Thanks Aamar

On This Day : 10th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 10th AugustPosted: 10 August 2011 at 3:40pm[tube]uSHpKVNeqrY[/tube]

Friday, August 5, 2011

Off-Topic Forum : Are you a morning bird or night owl?

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: Are you a morning bird or night owl?Posted: 05 August 2011 at 12:59pmJust an interesting topic i read else where, which are you and what is the reason for it?I'd fall under 'night owl'I start work at about 12, which is perfect, as i find it hard to get to sleep early.I'm also into a few american sports, and the time difference means i'm up watching them at sort of 3-4 o'clock some nights.So work and my interests sort of work in harmony at the minute Although there is the odd day i'm in at 9, but even then i'll probably get off at around 2 o'clock-How about you OT? Answer the poll, but don't forget your reasoning :D

On This Day : 5th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 5th AugustPosted: 05 August 2011 at 12:24pm[tube]81QKR4EZpKQ[/tube]

Thursday, August 4, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Virtual Cricket simulator

Author: SledgerSubject: Virtual Cricket simulatorPosted: 05 August 2011 at 6:32amTarandeep , Lloyd posted this some 20 months ago , I doubt you'll get a response.

On This Day : 4th August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 4th AugustPosted: 04 August 2011 at 3:06pm[tube]AuRa7bqzTd8[/tube]

On This Day : 3rd August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 3rd AugustPosted: 04 August 2011 at 12:35pm[tube]cVOeP8fURso[/tube]

On This Day : 1st August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 1st AugustPosted: 04 August 2011 at 12:34pm[tube]6ymbvNGNGtI[/tube]

On This Day : 2nd August

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 2nd AugustPosted: 04 August 2011 at 12:34pm[tube]jq2JKc7nT58[/tube]

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

On This Day : 28th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 28th JulyPosted: 03 August 2011 at 1:45pm[tube]7ixGUDjKfGI[/tube]

On This Day : 31st July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 31st JulyPosted: 03 August 2011 at 1:48pm[tube]LcDUgskATYU[/tube]

On This Day : 29th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 29th JulyPosted: 03 August 2011 at 1:46pm[tube]9KIXIJ5hqvw[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 1:46pm

On This Day : 30th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 30th JulyPosted: 03 August 2011 at 1:47pm[tube]fdehpe0l7Fk[/tube]

Thursday, July 28, 2011

General Cricket Talk : My Dad's old cricket bat

Author: susan11Subject: My Dad's old cricket batPosted: 29 July 2011 at 4:10amI am also wondering how you get on with it Polly Edited by Sledger - Today at 6:42am

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

On This Day : 27th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 27th JulyPosted: 27 July 2011 at 2:32pm[tube]829hZvog0Cg[/tube]

On This Day : 26th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 26th JulyPosted: 27 July 2011 at 1:44pm[tube]701pEjU3Eq0[/tube]

On This Day : 25th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 25th JulyPosted: 27 July 2011 at 1:43pm[tube]onXfnr5z29c[/tube]

On This Day : 24th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 24th JulyPosted: 27 July 2011 at 1:42pm[tube]DxlL5__aPX8[/tube]

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Current Matches : Bangladesh in Zimbabwe (2011)

Author: sam_ahmedSubject: Bangladesh in Zimbabwe (2011)Posted: 26 July 2011 at 7:22pmWith IND-ENG, SLN -AUS, there won't be many who would care about this but then this series will perhaps be a more competative one than the other two that are taking place.Zimbabwe return to test cricket under a "white" captain in Brendon Taylor and while Bangladesh start off as firm favorites, I expect Zimbabwe to challenge then big time, I think in home conditions ZIM can match Bangladesh but then Bangla boys are more talented and have had good results against Zimbabwe in the past.Sat Jul 30 - Mon Aug 107:30 GMT | 09:30 local13:00 IST Zimbabwe XI v BangladeshisHarare Sports Club Thu Aug 4 - Mon Aug 807:30 GMT | 09:30 local13:00 IST Only Test - Zimbabwe v BangladeshHarare Sports Club Fri Aug 1207:00 GMT | 09:00 local12:30 IST 1st ODI - Zimbabwe v BangladeshHarare Sports Club Sun Aug 1407:00 GMT | 09:00 local12:30 IST 2nd ODI - Zimbabwe v BangladeshHarare Sports Club Tue Aug 1607:00 GMT | 09:00 local12:30 IST 3rd ODI - Zimbabwe v BangladeshHarare Sports Club Fri Aug 1907:00 GMT | 09:00 local12:30 IST 4th ODI - Zimbabwe v BangladeshQueens Sports Club, Bulawayo Sun Aug 2107:00 GMT | 09:00 local12:30 IST 5th ODI - Zimbabwe v BangladeshQueens Sports Club, Bulawayo Edited by sam_ahmed - Today at 7:23pm

On This Day : 22nd July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 22nd JulyPosted: 26 July 2011 at 3:25pm[tube]5pagwevR5w8[/tube]

On This Day : 23rd July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 23rd JulyPosted: 26 July 2011 at 3:26pm[tube]QXnk0ytmmos[/tube]

On This Day : 21st July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 21st JulyPosted: 26 July 2011 at 3:25pm[tube]OMhDs8UEFRo[/tube]

Current Matches : Australia in Sri Lanka

Author: MikeySubject: Australia in Sri LankaPosted: 26 July 2011 at 9:43amAustralia will be touring Sri Lanka shortly for the first time since 2004. The tour will include 2 T20I's, 5 ODIs and 3 tests.The following squad was selected for Australia: Shane Watson, Phillip Hughes, Ricky Ponting, Michael Clarke (capt), Michael Hussey, Usman Khawaja, Shaun Marsh, Brad Haddin (wk), Mitchell Johnson, Ryan Harris, Peter Siddle, Trent Copeland, James Pattinson, Nathan Lyon, Michael BeerThe notable exclusion is Steven Smith. The selectors have finally realised that picking a player as a specialist fielder will not work - his bowling nor his batting are adequate for test selection. His next test will probably be as a specialist batsman at some stage in the future if he is ever to play tests for Australia. Copeland and Pattinson are the rookie fast bowlers that have been selected, Copeland has been particularly good in first class cricket, with Australia having a lot of fast bowling options to pick from, he was the one that was given the nod. Pattinson is a young bolter and there are some big expectations on him too. His brother played for England a couple of years ago, but James is born in Australia and has played all his cricket here. Nathan Lyon, the South Australia off break bowler has been strangely selected, just as Michael Beer and this series will probably ruin both of them... no surprises there. Hauritz is still injured and Krejza is still rubbish.Harris is back and Bollinger has not been picked! But it looks a good decision, Dougie really struggles to maintain his intensity, while Harris is probably one of the fastest bowlers in the world at the moment. Tim Paine has not been picked at all, but we do see Marsh and Khawaja included, one of the will play. While Hughes will open, he has been in fantastic form and hopefully he can translate his talent into runs. I won't write the kid off just yet! Warner is also backing off from a double ton in a first class game vs Zim A and is proving his credentials in the longer form - Hughes will have competition that's for sure. All in all, both teams are struggling for form in the longer format. SL will have home advantage and even though they do have better spin talent, none of the options really match Murali. Should be a decent series.

Monday, July 25, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Cricket Jokes

Author: vote4peaceSubject: Cricket JokesPosted: 25 July 2011 at 10:46amLeading from the front???The standard of batting in the local side was very low. Even at the net practice, they couldn't hit a thing. Finally, the captain rushed forward and grabbed the bat."Now bowl me some fast ones," he yelled. Six fast balls came down in quick succession and the captain missed them all. Not to be put off, he glared at the team and shouted,"That's what you're all doing. Now get in there and hit them!"

Friday, July 22, 2011

Coaching : Help with batting

Author: Schiller WarneSubject: Help with battingPosted: 22 July 2011 at 10:44amI bat at 4 and sometimes come in when we need runs fast but im more of a touch player and when i try to hit big i get out what can i do ????

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Off-Topic Forum : Final Fantasy X-2 , Killer 7 , Batman....

Author: jamesabytrSubject: Final Fantasy X-2 , Killer 7 , Batman....Posted: 21 July 2011 at 5:24pmSo a typical day of me doing gaming research caused me to run into something I had not realized.For my most recent FFX-2 video, I mentioned I really don't like the voice acting though this has in fairness, been true for most of the FF series. It is not really because the actors themselves and usually bad (In fact, most times they play there parts perfectly) It is because the characters they portray are just badly written.Now because of some serious problems with my editor, I watched several of the same video clips over and over again which got me to thinking, I know one of these voices, (You own as many video games as me and some voices you pick up on no matter how different it sounds) in this case, I realized I recognized Rikku's voice from another game so I called up her credits.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tara_StrongGopHoly Mother of god! Just how many voices has she done....at the same time!?!?!? based on this she would be recording for multiple games, movies, and TV shows all in the same year!In case you don't look right away, her name is Tara Strong and she is one of (if not the) most active voice over actresses in both the gaming and TV world.For This Year Alone! She is recording for the following games.Cartoon Network; Punch Time Explosion- Bubbles, Buttercup, Chowder and DexterShadows of the Damned- JustineBatman Arkham City- Harley QuinnThose however are only this years new projects. In TV and Movie, she is currently working on I believe 9 different projects. If you have watched any cartoons, played any video games or watched any Hayao Miyazaki films in the last 20 years, chances are you have heard her voice.So a quick tribute to a very talented lady.......will not stop me from hating Rikku's character though

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

On This Day : 20th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 20th JulyPosted: 20 July 2011 at 1:45pm[tube]BOUeqsTl10I[/tube]

On This Day : 19th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 19th JulyPosted: 20 July 2011 at 12:34pm[tube]hm9yxuSPCFU[/tube]

On This Day : 16th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 16th JulyPosted: 20 July 2011 at 12:25pm[tube]Lmv9KiRa1sU[/tube]

On This Day : 15th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 15th JulyPosted: 20 July 2011 at 12:18pm[tube]7vcCHGpXkvA[/tube]

On This Day : 14th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 14th JulyPosted: 20 July 2011 at 12:16pm[tube]d5Hs2r-MREw[/tube]

On This Day : 18th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 18th JulyPosted: 20 July 2011 at 12:27pm[tube]cK_4VumAznw[/tube]

On This Day : 17th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 17th JulyPosted: 20 July 2011 at 12:26pm[tube]xI6XF89gtZQ[/tube]

Monday, July 18, 2011

General Cricket Talk : ICC contemplates timeless tests..

Author: SledgerSubject: ICC contemplates timeless tests..Posted: 19 July 2011 at 7:08amI don't see the necessity - most tests provide a positive result within 5 days and I see better ways of managing this without timeless matches. 1) Prepare wickets that deteriorate after about 3 days. 2) Increase the overs per day to 100 or 18 overs per hour (that'll shake the players up!) 3) Make the game's duration 30 hours long , even if that goes beyond 5 days - this for rain effected matches. I can't see any match not being resolved under those circumstances and if it's still undecided after these stipulations , then have some sort of bowl off. I don't want to see 10 days matches - I have work to go to!Edited by Sledger - Today at 7:08am

On This Day : 11th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 11th JulyPosted: 18 July 2011 at 3:29pm[tube]3pjq2AKcHGM[/tube]

On This Day : 10th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 10th JulyPosted: 18 July 2011 at 3:28pm[tube]UyrMQA7SB_U[/tube]

On This Day : 13th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 13th JulyPosted: 18 July 2011 at 3:31pm[tube]fhDU0soW1zc[/tube]

On This Day : 12th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 12th JulyPosted: 18 July 2011 at 3:30pm[tube]kUcEqSduTPo[/tube]

Friday, July 15, 2011

Groundcare : Is a county groundsmans' lot a happy one?

Author: GroundieSubject: Is a county groundsmans' lot a happy one?Posted: 14 July 2011 at 7:09amThere has been a lot of horror stories lately surrounding groundsmen coming under enormous pressure from captains/coaches/ceo's to produce certain surfaces and also cases where the groundsman has been overruled, pitches too green, pitches too used. Pitch marks are dropping yet clubs feel justified because they are getting results.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

On This Day : 29th June

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Monday, July 11, 2011

On This Day : 9th July

Author: GurbinderSubject: 9th JulyPosted: 11 July 2011 at 11:26am[tube]FoeQ-F7A1jA[/tube]

Friday, July 8, 2011

On This Day : 8th July

Author: GurbinderSubject: 8th JulyPosted: 08 July 2011 at 12:54pm[tube]ux7jYK-K5f4[/tube]

On This Day : 7th July

Author: GurbinderSubject: 7th JulyPosted: 08 July 2011 at 12:52pm[tube]-WvakUps0-c[/tube]

Thursday, July 7, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Favorite Spin Bowler

Author: bhatnagar.ashish001Subject: Favorite Spin BowlerPosted: 07 July 2011 at 12:45pmHi!Kindly share the name of your favorite spin bowler. My favorite spin bowler is shane warne.

Groundcare : Groundcare Sprayers

Author: fozza455Subject: Groundcare SprayersPosted: 07 July 2011 at 10:23amHi guys just thought id give you all heads up on a nice bit of kit which could be used on cricket grounds, my local rugby club has just bought one. Its a sprayer which is towed behind a compact tractor or such like, and they come in a variety of widths and apparently price wise they are very reasonable, the only contact details i have for them at the moment is an email address which is mpa.sprayers@btinternet.com I will be in touch with them so once i get more info i will post it on here if anyones interested.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Website Feedback : CricketWorld iPhone Application

Author: -JP-Subject: CricketWorld iPhone ApplicationPosted: 06 July 2011 at 3:22pmWe also have an Android app as well. Features are pretty much the same as for the iPhone and it can be downloaded here:http://market.android.com/details?id=com.CricketWorldWe would greatly appreciate if you download it, rate it and review it for us on the download page.

On This Day : 6th July

Author: GurbinderSubject: 6th JulyPosted: 06 July 2011 at 10:08amA look back at historical cricket moments that took place on the 6th July...[tube]LmH2yGFLeTA[/tube]

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Groundcare : Outfield care

Author: theroddersSubject: Outfield carePosted: 05 July 2011 at 4:32pmI play club cricket on a ground which shares its outfield with a football club. It used to be the case that the football pitch would only encroach one side of the outfield but as the years went by it is now the case that all sides of the outfield have football played on it during the off season. With so much sport being played and the field not getting any rest it's needless to say it's in a pretty sorry state, there are areas where there isn't much grass growth and other areas where there are lots of weeds growing, the worst part is the huge cracks in the ground (some large enough to fit a cricket ball!) and the soil being incredibly bumpy.Does anybody have any advice on what can be done during the short window in April (approximately 4 weeks) to improve the state of the outfield? I have been told by a livery owner to chain harrow and then roll the outfield, will this be beneficially to my cause? (please note we only own a heavy roller) Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.Thanks

On This Day : 5th July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 5th JulyPosted: 05 July 2011 at 12:25pmAnother look back into the archives as we bring you 5th July![tube]1lYfIQo121A[/tube]

Monday, July 4, 2011

On This Day : 2nd July

Author: GurbinderSubject: 2nd JulyPosted: 04 July 2011 at 11:16am[tube]kN_b9oH8eRE[/tube]

On This Day : 4th July

Author: GurbinderSubject: 4th JulyPosted: 04 July 2011 at 11:18am[tube]am0OG0BhPNU[/tube]

On This Day : 3rd July

Author: GurbinderSubject: 3rd JulyPosted: 04 July 2011 at 11:17am[tube]NOOtsJyGV4w[/tube]

Off-Topic Forum : Your favorite Novel

Author: kirankriSubject: Your favorite NovelPosted: 04 July 2011 at 9:43amMine is "From Volga to Ganga" by Rahul Sankrityayan. Must read if you are a fan of history. Talks about Aryans, civilization by 6000 BC. Fantastic book and one of those books which I read more than once.

Current Matches : India in England

Author: kirankriSubject: India in EnglandPosted: 04 July 2011 at 9:29amThe Indian test squad has been announced.Gautam Gambhir (vice-capt), Virender Sehwag, Abhinav Mukund, Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman, Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, MS Dhoni (capt/wk), Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Harbhajan Singh, Amit Mishra, Zaheer Khan, Sreesanth, Munaf Patel, Ishant Sharma, Praveen Kumar Should be a fascinating series. Will surely be the last England tour for Dravid, Sachin and VVS. Dravid and VVS getting some runs in the ongoing WI tour is a good sign for the Indians. Raina or Yuvraj whoever plays at no.6 will struggle I feel (unless they come in to bat with score looking like 300/4). Swann v/s top 5 Indian batsman should be another interesting contest. Harbhajan may not do that well considering the fact, English batsmen gets to play a world class spinner Swann in the nets. Praveen kumar could be interesting. Though I don't rate him, he could be more than handful in English conditions. Actually going with 5 bowlers could be a better option for Indians considering that, both Raina and Yuvraj are not great test batsman. With possibly 4 right handers (Trott, Bell, Peiterson & Prior), Misra could be an interesting pick. Also Misra, Harbhajan, Praveen Kumar, Zaheer and Sharma can all contribute 15-20 runs with the bat.

Sunday, July 3, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Aussie Club seeking English import for 2011/12

Author: leroy1975Subject: Aussie Club seeking English import for 2011/12Posted: 02 July 2011 at 11:01pmAussie Club in Victoria is seeking an English import for season 2011/12 (Oct 2011 to Mar 2012). We are preferably after a pace bowler, but would consider any player depending on their skill and experience. We have fielded an English import for the past 5 seasons. Our previous imports have paid for their own flights, but employment and accomodation is provided. Anyone interested can contact the club via email on impscc@hotmail.com More information on the Club can be found on our website at impscc.com.au

General Cricket Talk : bits and pieces bowler query

Author: ClobberSubject: bits and pieces bowler queryPosted: 03 July 2011 at 12:35pmI would guess that if guys aren't bowling regularly they wouldn't have the necessary conditioning in that part of their body to fire it down too quickly. I think Desmond Haynes was about the quickest non-bowler I have seen bowling but that was a while ago and in reality it was probably only military medium.

Saturday, July 2, 2011

Off-Topic Forum : Totally useless information/trivia

Author: flipperSubject: Totally useless information/triviaPosted: 02 July 2011 at 12:18pmTitle explains it really, what random information do you know that is totally useless, you don't really know why you know it, its not even interesting really, but you know it and have kept it in there for some reason. Falling coconuts kill more people than sharks do.Venus is the only planet that rotates clockwise.

Off-Topic Forum : David Haye vs Klitschko

Author: flipperSubject: David Haye vs KlitschkoPosted: 02 July 2011 at 12:04pmTonight, so wheres your money for this one, Haye all the way for me. Your thoughts?

Off-Topic Forum : WAHEY! It's a JOKE thread : Enter at your own risk

Author: flipperSubject: WAHEY! It's a JOKE thread : Enter at your own riskPosted: 02 July 2011 at 12:10pmA little boy says to his mother: "Mommy, Mommy, when I grow up I want to be like Roy Keane" She replies, "You can't do both, son".

Friday, July 1, 2011

On This Day : 1st July

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 1st JulyPosted: 01 July 2011 at 12:26pmWelcome to the start of a new month![tube]NDQztBTcExo[/tube]

On This Day : 30th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 30th JunePosted: 01 July 2011 at 12:25pmAnd it's the last day of the month, let's have a look what we've come up with![tube]-37uvTk8_GI[/tube]

General Cricket Talk : Yay !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Author: zuhair_abbasiSubject: Yay !!!!!!!!!!!!!!Posted: 01 July 2011 at 10:21amIndeed a good thing to have happened. I would love to see Asoka D'Silva following the footsteps.

Thursday, June 23, 2011

On This Day : 22nd June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 22nd JunePosted: 23 June 2011 at 12:20pmDiving back into the archives - here's what we have for you![tube]ept5mTFa1Yg[/tube]

On This Day : 23rd June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 23rd JunePosted: 23 June 2011 at 12:21pmOn This Day - 23rd June[tube]WmJwO-tHbEE[/tube]

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Off-Topic Forum : Your 'Specialist' subject.

Author: ClobberSubject: Your 'Specialist' subject.Posted: 22 June 2011 at 4:05pmI saw someone did Iron Maiden on Mastermind a couple of years ago, and I got more right that she did, so I reckon I would be on solid ground on that topic.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

On This Day : 21st June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 21st JunePosted: 21 June 2011 at 12:11pmWelcome to another On This Day - plenty to see on 21st June![tube]nECNerBCM9A[/tube]

Monday, June 20, 2011

On This Day : 18th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 18th JunePosted: 20 June 2011 at 12:22pmLooking back into the archives again, and back on 18th June![tube]dG5mTY6wdvI[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 12:23pm

On This Day : 19th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 19th JunePosted: 20 June 2011 at 12:24pmHere is some more cricketing history for you, starting with birthdays![tube]iDaqCIj0cZI[/tube]

On This Day : 20th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 20th JunePosted: 20 June 2011 at 12:24pmAnd today's On This Day![tube]JfA-EvtLWqI[/tube]

On This Day : 17th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 17th JunePosted: 20 June 2011 at 12:21pmAs we catch up over the weekend we bring you 17th June - On This Day![tube]5ov3AgzQNqM[/tube]

Thursday, June 16, 2011

On This Day : 15th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 15th JunePosted: 16 June 2011 at 12:29pmLooking back into the archives at birthdays and significant moments in cricket![tube]kJuKKNvcKXo[/tube]

On This Day : 16th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 16th JunePosted: 16 June 2011 at 12:30pmHappy birthday, if it's your birthday today, here are some cricketers you're sharing it with..[tube]gQI_ooaO4YI[/tube]

Monday, June 13, 2011

On This Day : 12th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 12th JunePosted: 13 June 2011 at 10:17amHere we go with another On This Day - cricketing birthdays, five wicket hauls and centuries scored![tube]rXSpbyq4DOU[/tube]

On This Day : 11th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 11th JunePosted: 13 June 2011 at 10:15amCatching up over the weekend - we bring you Saturday's On This Day![tube]8dwLXkv7EZU[/tube]

Sunday, June 12, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Windies cricket woes

Author: SledgerSubject: Windies cricket woesPosted: 13 June 2011 at 6:38amCertainly the squabbling in the background amongst both the management and the players is not helping Windies cricket at all. The whole setup strikes me as amatuerish in the extreme and whilst that might have been okay in the 60's and even through to the 80's , it leaves them with a huge disadvantage in the game today. Remember , the great sides on the 70's and 80's still had to deal with officialdom which , at best was flakey , at worst shambolic. That they came through was because the players had pride and not a little skill ! The current players seem driven only by money - simply put , they're unprofessional - they have some fine players , but their attitude leaves a lot to be desired.

Friday, June 10, 2011

On This Day : 10th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 10th JunePosted: 10 June 2011 at 10:43amHere is today's On This Day - lets see if some of your favourite players feature..[tube]FCcbxyJY5rQ[/tube]

General Cricket Talk : First memories of cricket following

Author: MikeySubject: First memories of cricket followingPosted: 10 June 2011 at 10:26amI started watching cricket seriously in 2000 when I was about 10 years old. But I do have memories going back to around 1996 or 1997, back when Taylor, the Waugh twins and Warne were at their best. I got to see the best part of McGrath and Warne, which was a privilege. Was a big fan of SAF and Pakistan too, for some reason I always liked watching those teams play. Donald and Klusener were pretty awesome back then, so were Saqi and Shoaib!In saying that though, I have read books about cricket all through the 90s and have seen a lot of footage which I have been able to access.

Thursday, June 9, 2011

On This Day : 9th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 9th JunePosted: 09 June 2011 at 11:12amLooking back into the archives, here is what we've come up with today..[tube]KAn87DYyb5M[/tube]

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Cricket films

Author: Max PowerSubject: Cricket filmsPosted: 08 June 2011 at 4:01pmIt seems like there has been a bit of a flurry of films coming out recently all based around cricket, I wonder if there is a reason for this? Recent releases include:Out of the Ashes (about the Afghanistan cricket team)Fire in BabylonFrom the Ashes (about Botham's 1981 Ashes victory)Personally I have seen Out of the Ashes, we saw an advanced preview and I have to say it was very good! A must watch for any cricket fan and I think a great film for non-cricket fans too (if you can get them to watch it).Have you seen any of the above films (or any others for that matter)? Planning on going to see Fire in Babylon soon...

Forum Feedback : Why isn't this forum more popular?

Author: Max PowerSubject: Why isn't this forum more popular?Posted: 08 June 2011 at 3:01pmI think in the past some of the more 'active' members have been removed from the forum for simply disagreeing with the moderators point of view, which will certainly lower the level of participation.Moderation is obviously a good thing. Over-moderation is simply going to turn people away.

Forum Feedback : Issue replying on the new forums

Author: Max PowerSubject: Issue replying on the new forumsPosted: 08 June 2011 at 3:04pmNot sure if anyone else is having this issue but when I have been reading a thread and then go to reply, after I have typed my reply I often get this message:The form has not been submitted because there are problem(s) with the form.Please correct the problem(s) and re-submit the form._______________________________________________________________The following field(s) need to be corrected: -WARNINGYour session has expired! Click 'Refresh' on your browser to reload the page.** Any form data you have entered may be lost! **I then have to refresh the page and paste my reply back in before it will be posted.

On This Day : 7th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 7th JunePosted: 08 June 2011 at 1:18pmWelcome to another On This Day - we begin with cricketers born on this day![tube]7D5xh7vKOFc[/tube]

On This Day : 8th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 8th JunePosted: 08 June 2011 at 1:20pmLooking back into the archives we bring you another On This day..[tube]B2Jik4VQBOg[/tube]

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Australia's New Contract List

Author: MikeySubject: Australia's New Contract ListPosted: 07 June 2011 at 7:27amThey stuck my Hauritz for a long time, they should have continued with him. I'd also like to see Johnson go and Harris lead the attack. Bollinger is also one of the best limited overs bowlers around and he can do the job in the test format. Need to play a side like this in tests:1. Watson2. Hughes3. Ponting4. Clarke*5. Khawaja6. Hussey, M7. Paineâ€ 8. Harris9. Hauritz10. Bollinger11. Hilfenhaus/SiddleI still have faith in Hilfenhaus, he has the ability , pace and swing. If not him, then Siddle.I still can't believe O'Keefe can't get recognised by the selectors, he's light years ahead of Doherty as a spinner and a top 6 batsman. He's definitely got more about him than Smith. If they want a spinning all-rounder, which could be useful, particularly with North gone and no great spinner in the side, then play O'Keefe at 6. He's got the talent, and stick with him.

Monday, June 6, 2011

On This Day : 4th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 4th JunePosted: 06 June 2011 at 11:07amBringing you On This Day 4th June! Starting off with cricketers born on this day..[tube]GNDiMj5f8w8[/tube]

On This Day : 5th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 5th JunePosted: 06 June 2011 at 11:08amLooking back on cricketing history that has taken place on 5th June![tube]aAqufoAMxxs[/tube]

On This Day : 6th June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 6th JunePosted: 06 June 2011 at 11:09amAnother look into the archives, let's see what we have for you today..[tube]LE2N1ziy4Fw[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 11:09am

Friday, June 3, 2011

On This Day : 3rd June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 3rd JunePosted: 03 June 2011 at 12:15pmWe take a look back into the archives again today - here's what we came up with..[tube]W_hsqwylIdk[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 12:17pm

Thursday, June 2, 2011

Cricket World Competitions : Win Tickets To Lancashire-Yorkshire T20 Clash

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: Win Tickets To Lancashire-Yorkshire T20 ClashPosted: 02 June 2011 at 3:22pmWIN TICKETS TO SEE LANCASHIRE IN TWENTY20 ACTION COURTESY OF THWAITES WAINWRIGHTWeâ€™ve teamed up with Wainwright golden ale, Thwaites leading premium cask beer and proud sponsor of Lancashire County Cricket Club, to offer one lucky reader the chance to win tickets to see Lancashire County Cricket Club in Twenty20 action against old rivals Yorkshire. Our winner will net themselves a pair of tickets to see Lancashire take on Yorkshire in the first Twenty20 meeting of the season on Friday 10th June 2011 at Old Trafford. The match starts at 5.40pm. Originally brewed as a seasonal beer in 2007 to honour one of Lancashireâ€™s most famous sons, author Alfred Wainwright, the 4.1% golden coloured beer proved so popular that it quickly became a permanent part of Daniel Thwaitesâ€™ range of ales.Founded in 1807 Daniel Thwaites is the North of Englandâ€™s major independent family brewer and has a rich heritage providing welcoming hospitality and award-winning beers that are brewed with skill and care from the highest quality ingredients. In addition, Thwaites supplies a full range of drinks to many independently owned pubs, clubs and restaurants in the North of England and beyond and a wide range of bottled beers to most major supermarkets.For more information about Thwaites Wainwright visit www.danielthwaites.com-Here is the link you'll need to follow and answer the question at the bottom of the page!http://www.cricketworld.com/win-tickets-to-lancashire-yorkshire-twenty20-clash/28108.htm

General Cricket Talk : Introduce Yourself

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: Introduce YourselfPosted: 02 June 2011 at 2:38pmWelcome Jack, hope you enjoy your time here

On This Day : 2nd June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 2nd JunePosted: 02 June 2011 at 12:20pmLooking back into the archives again - today 2nd June![tube]VA7AwpAMWAk[/tube]

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

On This Day : 1st June

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 1st JunePosted: 01 June 2011 at 12:08pmToday is 1st June, and as we start a new month we bring you a new On This Day![tube]eS0XaJXs_SQ[/tube]

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Current Matches : India in West Indies

Author: MalhotraRaj84Subject: India in West IndiesPosted: 31 May 2011 at 9:15pm Freshly crowned world champions India take on West Indies in a T20,5 ODIs and 3 Test Matches in a month long tour. Many prominant players missing in Indian side should make the ODI contents intersting as WI has some real promise in some young talents. In Limited over format Gayle, Roach and Chander are missing in WI set up. There are lot of exciting new players on either side. Bishoo,Bravo Jr,Edwards,Simmons and Russell might be WI's future, while on the Indian side M Tiwary is in a tremendous form. Dhawan,Saha,Parthiv and Vinay would like to add some weightage for future. Badri gets his due in both forms of the game . Then there is 21 year old run machine - Abhinav Mukund. It will be very interesting to see a potential long term prospects in real action. Sat Jun 4 14:00 GMT | 10:00 local19:30 IST

Current Matches : India vs West Indies

Author: MalhotraRaj84Subject: India vs West IndiesPosted: 31 May 2011 at 9:15pm Freshly crowned world champions India take on West Indies in a T20,5 ODIs and 3 Test Matches in a month long tour. Many prominant players missing in Indian side should make the ODI contents intersting as WI has some real promise in some young talents. In Limited over format Gayle, Roach and Chander are missing in WI set up. There are lot of exciting new players on either side. Bishoo,Bravo Jr,Edwards,Simmons and Russell might be WI's future, while on the Indian side M Tiwary is in a tremendous form. Dhawan,Saha,Parthiv and Vinay would like to add some weightage for future. Badri gets his due in both forms of the game . Then there is 21 year old run machine - Abhinav Mukund. It will be very interesting to see a potential long term prospects in real action. Sat Jun 4 14:00 GMT | 10:00 local19:30 IST

On This Day : 31st May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 31st MayPosted: 31 May 2011 at 12:05pmWe round up the month of May with a final On This day![tube]wQBm7HL1rLo[/tube]

On This Day : 30th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 30th MayPosted: 31 May 2011 at 12:03pmBob Willis is one of the names to enjoy a birthday today - lets take a look who else..[tube]YCypzcM4YmU[/tube]

On This Day : 28th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 28th MayPosted: 31 May 2011 at 12:01pmCatching up over the weekend, happy birthday if it's your birthday today - here are some cricketers you may share it with![tube]5eu47D4koGM[/tube]

On This Day : 29th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 29th MayPosted: 31 May 2011 at 12:02pm29th May today - as we look back at cricketers born, five wickets taken and centuries scored on this day![tube]yZ0lv_volFU[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 12:02pm

Monday, May 30, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Shahid Afridi retires from International Cricket

Author: sam_ahmedSubject: Shahid Afridi retires from International CricketPosted: 30 May 2011 at 8:10pmAfridi has announced his retirement from International cricket saying "he cannot play under a board which has no respect for it's own players". This is such a shocking incident, I really cannot believe this. For how long will Ijaz Butt continue to kill Pakistan cricket? and for how long will Pakistani cricketers continue to hurt themselves because of some idiots?This has to be the saddest news I've heard this year.

Friday, May 27, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Worcs sign a bluffer!

Author: ClobberSubject: Worcs sign a bluffer!Posted: 27 May 2011 at 3:46pmThis is an amazing story coming out todayWorcestershire have released batsman Adrian Shankar after barely two weeks with the club - and there is more to the departure than a simple change of mind.The background of Shankar, who represented Worcestershire in the CB40 and County Championship last week, and whose deal was terminated without further comment on Thursday, has started to unravel. It has emerged he is actually three years older than he told the county and talked his way into a two-year contract through a mixture of bluff and bravado. Worcestershire only signed Shankar on May 11. In the press release that announced this, the club stated that Shankar was 26 years old and had just returned from a prolific winter in Sri Lanka. It also stated that he was in demand from several other counties.None of it is true. Shankar is actually 29 and, while he may have played some cricket in Sri Lanka, it was not at first-class or an equivalent level. Shankar left Bedford School (he played in the same team as Alastair Cook) after his A Levels in 2000, made his second XI debut in 1999 (for Nottinghamshire) and his first-class debut in 2002. He's subsequently played second XI cricket for Sussex, Worcestershire, Lancashire and Middlesex.Were the details he gave Worcestershire correct, it would have meant he made his second team debut aged just 14. But when Shankar registered at Cambridge and Bedford, he gave his date of birth as May 1982. Only much later did it change to May 1985. It seems he produced identification proving that he was born in 1985, but he has explained his past by suggesting he might have been the youngest Cambridge University captain in history. Until yesterday, even the Cambridge University Cricket website (www.cucc.net) carried that version of events. Meanwhile, a little research proved that several of the players he was supposed to have played against in Sri Lanka were actually playing elsewhere on the same days.Shankar has also said that his career progression has been held-up by an 18-month bout of glandular fever, that he played tennis to national standard as a junior and that he was in the Arsenal academy at the start of Arsene Wenger's tenure. On the field Shankar is, at best, an ordinary player. After a decade in the game, he had a first-class average of just 19 and has passed 50 only once in 21 innings. He made 143 in the Varsity Match of 2002 (as a 17-year-old, if you believe his version of events) but, as Chris Scott, the Cambridge UCCE coach, said: "The bowling was unbelievably bad. He was a poor player and there's no way I would have recommended him."Oddly, however, when Shankar signed for Lancashire, the Cambridge coach was quoted in a press release referring to him as one of the finest young players the side had seen since John Crawley. "I phoned Lancashire and made it clear that I'd never said anything of the sort," Scott said. "No-one at Worcestershire or Lancashire asked my opinion before they signed him." Instead of smelling a rat, however, Lancashire simply removed the offending paragraph.Does any of this matter? Is it just an example of a determined man refusing to give up on his dream?Perhaps. But Shankar was also taking another man's place in the Worcestershire team. And, by claiming to be 26, Shankar slipped in under the threshold to qualify for the young player incentives handed out by the ECB to first-class counties. He therefore gave himself an unfair advantage in the fight for a place in the Worcestershire team. His swift release was no surprise.The episode also raises questions about Worcestershire. It seems incredible that no-one at the club thought to check Shankar's story. Five minutes spent on the web would have been enough to raise suspicions; ten minutes on the phone would have confirmed them.Instead, however, Worcestershire contented themselves with a photocopy of a passport and took Shankar's word for his former achievements. They even threw Shankar straight into their first team - as an opening batsman - without even taking a look at him in a Second XI game (though he did play for their second team in 2003). He was out for a third-ball duck against Middlesex and, batting in the middle-order in the Championship against Durham, was unbeaten on 10 when injury ended his innings. The only thing I can think of that is comparable is when Southampton signed a player after receiving a recommendation on the phone from what they thought was George Weah. They brought the guy on as a sub in a Premier League game and very quickly realised he couldn't play to save his life.

On This Day : 27th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 27th MayPosted: 27 May 2011 at 12:25pmHappy birthday if it's your birthday today, here's who you share it with..[tube]wi5U_G20flA[/tube]

Thursday, May 26, 2011

General Cricket Talk : New Edgbaston

Author: flipperSubject: New EdgbastonPosted: 26 May 2011 at 9:47am May up date , not long to go now.http://www.edgbaston.com/venue/ground-development/may-update/

On This Day : 26th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 26th MayPosted: 26 May 2011 at 10:31amToday is the 26th May and we bring you another On This Day to enjoy![tube]KrnOkKeQbZ0[/tube]

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

On This Day : 25th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 25th MayPosted: 25 May 2011 at 12:16pmThe latest On This Day - 25th May![tube]QUHlMmd0lfk[/tube]

On This Day : 24th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 24th MayPosted: 25 May 2011 at 12:09pmBringing you another On This Day - happy birthday if it's your birthday today, here are the cricketers you share it with..[tube]lVb7Eajsrkc[/tube]

Monday, May 23, 2011

General Cricket Talk : Cricketer of the Week

Author: SledgerSubject: Cricketer of the WeekPosted: 24 May 2011 at 6:44amOriginally posted by MikeyNext week we shall choose another cricketer to discuss I've no problem with the idea , but just who chooses the player ? It could become very messy if several members promote different players. Edited by Sledger - Today at 6:44am

On This Day : 23rd May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 23rd MayPosted: 23 May 2011 at 1:03pmAs we pass the third week of the month we move on to the 23rd May![tube]aQUmb6oS3p8[/tube]

On This Day : 22nd May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 22nd MayPosted: 23 May 2011 at 1:01pmLooking at 22nd May now - enjoy![tube]bcUqUTPup3Q[/tube]

On This Day : 21st May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 21st MayPosted: 23 May 2011 at 12:58pmHere we take a look at the 21st May[tube]h9matb08hew[/tube]

Cricket World Competitions : Win Tickets To England-Sri Lanka Test With npower

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: Win Tickets To England-Sri Lanka Test With npowerPosted: 23 May 2011 at 11:26amTo celebrate the first npower Test Match of 2011 from 26th to 30th May, which will see England take on Sri Lanka at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, npower are giving cricket fans a chance to watch the action unfold before their very eyes at the stadium!Following their victorious win in Australia to retain the Ashes, England will be looking to make a solid start to the season on home soil. However, Sri Lanka will be no push over, so an exciting contest of wickets and runs is sure to be on the cards. npower are proud sponsors of Test Match cricket, for more information visit www.npower.com/cricket -To be in with a chance to win this, follow the link below and complete the form at the bottom of the page!http://www.cricketworld.com/win-tickets-to-first-england-sri-lanka-test-this-week/27948.htm

Friday, May 20, 2011

General Cricket Talk : New Stats for Bowlers

Author: kirankriSubject: New Stats for BowlersPosted: 20 May 2011 at 11:25amYou can't judge a player just by his stats. Yes. But stats definetly gives us few details about performances.I was thinking of a new stats for bowlers. Currently they project the average and strike rate. One of the things ignored with this is the quality of the batsman they have dismissed. A wicket of Viv Richards by giving away 40 runs is much more worthy and requires more skill than getting 3 wickets of Holding, Garner and Roberts for 20.How about having another element of stats which sums up the batting average of all the batsmen dismissed by the bowler and dividing by the number of wickets.If you dismiss Richards twice, the parameter would be 50.23+50.23/2 = 50.23.If you have dismissed Holding and Garner, it would be 13.78+12.44/2 = 13.11.We know batsman's average itself may not reflect everything, but atleast it gives us a fair idea if he has got 80% victims as tail enders.Any thoughts?

On This Day : 20th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 20th MayPosted: 20 May 2011 at 11:14amOn This Day - taking a look back at birthdays first..[tube]Mn1F52oYB3E[/tube]

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Current Matches : Pakistan in Ireland

Author: sam_ahmedSubject: Pakistan in IrelandPosted: 19 May 2011 at 3:25pmJust a two match series but an important one for both the sides, IRE have a lot to prove to the world and the ICC and a good performance here will put severe pressure on the ICC to include the associate teams in the next WC. PAK on the other hand are back to their original ways, controversies, another new captain and several test players in ODI team. They would desperately want to win these two games before a fairly long break that awaits.Sat May 28 09:45 GMT | 10:45 local15:15 IST1st ODI - Ireland v PakistanCivil Service Cricket Club, Stormont, BelfastMon May 30 09:45 GMT | 10:45 local15:15 IST2nd ODI - Ireland v PakistanCivil Service Cricket Club, Stormont, Belfast

On This Day : 19th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 19th MayPosted: 19 May 2011 at 11:10amWere here with the 19th May - On This Day![tube]W5yXE8MCRj8[/tube]

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

On This Day : 18th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 18th MayPosted: 18 May 2011 at 10:51amOn This Day - 18th May[tube]DZ2awSD9FmM[/tube]

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

On This Day : 17th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 17th MayPosted: 17 May 2011 at 2:14pmCricketers born on this day, along with five wicket hauls and centuries scored - enjoy![tube]dS5IAw1H6Qs[/tube]

Monday, May 16, 2011

On This Day : 15th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 15th MayPosted: 16 May 2011 at 12:47pmSunday's On This Day[tube]0kGl6prDSQY[/tube]Edited by Andrew_Wood_CW - Today at 12:48pm

On This Day : 14th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 14th MayPosted: 16 May 2011 at 12:46pmCatching up with On This Day for the 14th May![tube]BDZUCe-8WAA[/tube]

On This Day : 16th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 16th MayPosted: 16 May 2011 at 12:56pmAnd were back up to date, here is 16th May - On This Day![tube]rybfC6EvZ8s[/tube]

Off-Topic Forum : Hobbies & Interests

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: Hobbies & InterestsPosted: 16 May 2011 at 11:52amObviously you all share an interest in cricket, but well else do you enjoy doing as in your spare time? I thought if we could get what people enjoy it would be easier to make topics that may interest you, also shared hobbies are something that can be discussed, or even something you're intrigued by - so post away I guess i'll start us off, and feel free to make comments or ask questions!RPG/Board games - I play with a few friends at a comic book store, just bringing our own games, trying new things out, and also play with family. Examples would be Heroclix, Dungeons and Dragons amongst others..Comic books - Probably my main interest, i get a handful a month, which is when they're normally released. I've followed X-Men for quite some time, and Spider-man as well. Recently picking up X-Force as well which is a variant team.Sports - I think you know i'm a Liverpool fan, big on football, and really enjoy playing it as well. Normally play most nights in the summer!Obviously i love films and TV series as well - not sure i'd include it here, but feel free too!As an idea, after your hobbies/interest just include your top three movies and TV shows, just something else to discuss!MovieStar WarsThe Big LebowskiStand By MeTVThe GuildThe Big Bang TheorySpacedAnd now you, off-topic!

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Current Matches : 2011 English Domestic Season

Author: -JP-Subject: 2011 English Domestic SeasonPosted: 15 May 2011 at 11:34pmBy most accounts, Yousuf's knocks were exceptional with many saying that was the worst pitch they've ever seen in county cricket.On another theme from above, I see James Taylor as a future England regular and probable captain - but not for a few years yet.

Friday, May 13, 2011

On This Day : 13th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 13th MayPosted: 13 May 2011 at 12:36pmFriday 13th - are you superstition? Were not, and the video turned out rather well![tube]sIqhP2t9_8I[/tube]

Coaching : THE CRICKET CLINIC!!!

Author: SledgerSubject: THE CRICKET CLINIC!!!Posted: 13 May 2011 at 9:58amThe best batsmen pick the length quicker than the average player - almost as soon as it leaves the bowler's hand. Trusting their judgement , they then get into position to play the correct shot.

Coaching : THE CRICKET CLINIC!!!

Thursday, May 12, 2011

Betting Forum : Cricket World MEGA Predictor - win big with bet365

Author: -JP-Subject: Cricket World MEGA Predictor - win big with bet365Posted: 12 May 2011 at 12:41pmHere's a chance to win a free Â£50 bet with bet365 and Cricket World. All you have to do is to watch the latest edition of our Mr Predictor show (which will be posted here and on the website when it's been prepared) and guess the winning score in each week's featured game by leaving your replies on this thread.If there are no correct answers, the prize will roll over to the next week. Please note, only one bet per person per week is allowed and it is your responsibility to check local laws relating to Internet betting before entering.Good luck!

On This Day : 12th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 12th MayPosted: 12 May 2011 at 12:28pmWelcome to another On This Day! [tube]YMaYTfz53no[/tube]

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

On This Day : 11th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 11th MayPosted: 11 May 2011 at 1:01pmJoin us for another On This Day - today with only one 'Five Wicket Haul' but a whole load of birthdays and centuries![tube]2NyjEpnlOaQ[/tube]

General Cricket Talk : The Best XI

Author: MikeySubject: The Best XIPosted: 11 May 2011 at 1:40pmCurrent players, using a player from the top 9 sides;1. Watson2. Sehwag3. Hashim Amla4. Tendulkar 5. Trott 6. Sangakkara (c)7. Dhoniâ€ (no keepers have really stood out for me of late)8. Broad9. Swann10. Zaheer Khan11. SteynFelt a bit unsure about the fast bowler options. I know Steyn should definitely be there. I'd like to think Roach will become a star in the next few years, very quick that lad - 'watch this space'. Edited by Mikey - Today at 1:40pm

General Cricket Talk : Rankings changes every August - Test

Coaching : Help with ball timing and when to move towards bal

Author: iffy83Subject: Help with ball timing and when to move towards balPosted: 10 May 2011 at 11:40pmFirstly Im glad I have found such a forum. No I just hope to god that someone can help me. So here's the problem, I have real trouble with shot selection and when to actully move towards the ball to play a shot. I think could be solved if someone could tell me when to initiate a movement towards the ball. For example, do I move to play a shot when;immediately when the ball is released or do I wait for one to two metres after the ball is releasedor do I wait until the ball has traveled half way down the wicketor do I wait till the ball is two metres away from my body to initiate a stroke.This may sound stupid and confusing but I would really appreciete if someone could explain this issue to me. Please dont hesitate to ask for more info. Appreciate in replies recieved

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

On This Day : 8th May

Author: Andrew_Wood_CWSubject: 8th MayPosted: 10 May 2011 at 12:01pmMay has been a strange month - not as many hauls and centuries![tube]ISI0sy0YQSc[/tube]

General Cricket Talk : Afghanistan To Tour Pakistan

Author: -JP-Subject: Afghanistan To Tour PakistanPosted: 10 May 2011 at 12:46pmAfghanistan are to play three one-day games against a Pakistan 'A' team later this month and become the first international team to tour the country following the terrorist attack on the Sri Lankan team covoy in Lahore in March 2009.The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have confirmed that the three 50-over matches will be played in Faisalabad, Rawalpindi and Abbottabad on 25th, 27th and 29th May.Full story: http://www.cricketworld.com/afghanistan-to-tour-pakistan-later-this-month/27799.htmAt this point, I'd just like to share with you what I wrote in April 2009 in an editorial for the magazine:"Congratulations are also due to Afghanistan, who have earned themselves ODI status for the next 4 years, and they confirmed that on the same day that the ICC made the only decision they could have done, taking 2011 World Cup matches out of Pakistan. Given that there are no international grounds in Afghanistan, maybe, just maybe, they will become the first team to play in Pakistan since the tragedy."It has been noted that I should put my money where my mouth is!