Author Topic: Ashes 2010 - squad announcement, warm up's, Tests and ODI's (Read 360519 times)

http://www.theage.com.au/sport/cricket/steve-waugh-must-be-coach-20110107-19ixi.html

Interesting, I agree with the general message. Not sure about Steve Waugh as coach and the whole 'back where we belong' tone is typical of Jones, but he is right to question why we have these cricketing minds all twiddling thumbs and talking shit rather than being involved in the game.

AirConGipsyRed · « **Reply #7406 on:** January 7, 2011, 01:32:01 pm »

Quote from: Lents on January 7, 2011, 11:43:09 am

Devvoed! Fucking 2nd place!
But well in Nick!

Thanks Jon. It seems that I managed to pip you at the post! Really chuffed to be honest, it made the series even more fun (if that could be possible when thrashing the Aussies) .

Well done to England on a really professional job from all areas. A special well done to Cookie, I have liked him from his first test when he was dragged from the 'A' tour, flew god knows how long on a flight and sent out to bat straight away. He scored a 100. I new he was class then and he has proved he is class this tour. Well done again, Cookie.

Thanks to everyone on here as well, it's been the best thread on RAWK for a while and has helped me forget how things aren't working quite so well at our beloved club. Light is at the end of that tunnel, I hope.

Finally, a couple of songs to sum up the Ashes series :-

'He bowls to the left, he bowls to the right, Mitchell Johnson, his bowling is shite!'

'Punter's gone...
No Momentum
Punter's gone....
No direction
He's got no idea
It's all very clear
Living in a Punter Blunderland'

Something Else · « **Reply #7407 on:** January 7, 2011, 01:39:10 pm »

we all shagged matilda

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rjzC4A3gvI&feature=related

and the mighty jungle... what a legend
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MP6LeksBh0c&feature=player_embedded

Something Else · « **Reply #7408 on:** January 7, 2011, 01:41:50 pm »

more lions sleeps tonight

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu-xg96RPj8&feature=related

haha one about warne

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpfsLuA5lxU&feature=related

Shane Warne is an Aussie, He likes to play around, he has a different girlfriend in every cricket ground, he likes to get in trouble, he likes to get in strife, and when he lost his hair he also lost his wife,

CheshireDave · « **Reply #7409 on:** January 7, 2011, 01:48:50 pm »

Quote from: Something Else on January 7, 2011, 01:41:50 pm

Shane Warne is an Aussie, He likes to play around, he has a different girlfriend in every cricket ground, he likes to get in trouble, he likes to get in strife, and when he lost his hair he also lost his wife,

Hahaha not heard that one before. Bet Warne would have a giggle at that too. Good bloke.

DK · « **Reply #7410 on:** January 7, 2011, 02:35:14 pm »

Quote from: Gareth on January 7, 2011, 11:35:00 am

10 reasons why the Poms WON'T win

Typical of the wankerness that comes out of Sydney!

Bangin Them In · « **Reply #7411 on:** January 7, 2011, 02:49:05 pm »

Quote

and Doug Bollinger, Ben Hilfenhaus and Johnson can smell blood.

They certainly smell of something, not sure it's blood

Crosby Nick · « **Reply #7412 on:** January 7, 2011, 02:58:16 pm »

That could have been written after the even by a Barmy Army member as a pisstake! Remarkably consistent in being wrong:

Jimmy scarred by his previous tour
5 of the 6 batsmen scarred – well they all filled their boots to a degree, especially those who suffered most last time
A lot of mentions of Mitchell Johnson being good
Mockery of England’s planning and meticulousness as if it was a bad thing
No depth? Ask Tremlett and Bresnan about that!
Belittling Pakistan who if I’m not mistaken skittled the Aussies for 80 odd in the same summer
Calling us chokers – well Perth aside we held our never well and even the way we bounced back from that on day one at Melbourne was impressive (although glad we didn’t bat first!)

All in all, very entertaining!

They really don’t like KP much do they?! I read Aggers (I think) say that for all his peculiarities and arrogance he is a good team player, trains hard and doesn’t rock the boat (unless made captain?!). They definitely seemed like a great bunch of lads with a really good spirit.

liverbnz · « **Reply #7413 on:** January 7, 2011, 03:26:49 pm »

Had to laugh at Swann's jib at Nasser last night

"Nookie". · « **Reply #7414 on:** January 7, 2011, 03:32:17 pm »

Quote from: liverbnz on January 7, 2011, 03:26:49 pm

Had to laugh at Swann's jib at Nasser last night

What did he say?

liverbnz · « **Reply #7415 on:** January 7, 2011, 03:42:10 pm »

Quote from: "Nookie". on January 7, 2011, 03:32:17 pm

What did he say?

Athers asked Strauss how long he was planning on sticking around for and if he'd make another Ashes tour. Strauss quipped that he may be on the other side of the mic which Athers responded by saying that they need their jobs. Swann then bounced in an said something along the lines of, 'Nasser is surely for the chop soon no?'

He then gave a cheeky glance to the camera.

I'm looking for a vid, but unsuccessful so far.

Carly · « **Reply #7416 on:** January 7, 2011, 03:58:05 pm »

Quote from: Gareth on January 7, 2011, 11:35:00 am

10 reasons why the Poms WON'T win

Haha, heres his article from today

Please save our team, Steve - http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/cricket/please-save-our-team-steve/story-e6frey50-1225984019926

Bit he feels like a right idiot now

"Nookie". · « **Reply #7417 on:** January 7, 2011, 04:33:07 pm »

Quote from: liverbnz on January 7, 2011, 03:42:10 pm

Athers asked Strauss how long he was planning on sticking around for and if he'd make another Ashes tour. Strauss quipped that he may be on the other side of the mic which Athers responded by saying that they need their jobs. Swann then bounced in an said something along the lines of, 'Nasser is surely for the chop soon no?' He then gave a cheeky glance to the camera.

I'm looking for a vid, but unsuccessful so far.

Ahh I saw that actually. But missed the bit when they went into the comms box, cue the 3 of them laughing like maniacs in the studio.

Brian Blessed · « **Reply #7418 on:** January 7, 2011, 05:02:51 pm »

Quote from: King Richard IV on May 16, 2010, 09:16:30 pm

MBEs for all!

If they can retain the ashes in the aussie's backyard, this could go down as an England team of legend.

Quote from: pepe_carra_stevie_nando on May 17, 2010, 12:37:13 am

Too bad that won't happen.

"Nookie". · « **Reply #7419 on:** January 7, 2011, 05:08:22 pm »

Quote from: King Richard IV on January 7, 2011, 05:02:51 pm

How long did that take you to find?

Brian Blessed · « **Reply #7420 on:** January 7, 2011, 05:08:57 pm »

Quote from: "Nookie". on January 7, 2011, 05:08:22 pm

How long did that take you to find?

One minute. I knew the date and the thread

DK · « **Reply #7421 on:** January 7, 2011, 05:27:00 pm »

Well done England. Thoroughly well deserved.

I thought this series would be tough and actually believed that England would retain the Ashes but only through a draw. My theory was that neither side appeared like they could take 20 wickets often enough to force a victory. I was half right.

England's bowling seriously surprised me. I fully expected Swann to be a nightmare to deal with but he never really had to perform as the job was mostly over by the time it came to him. Anderson was one I never saw coming. I always had him down as a swing friendly bowler who could not adapt to different conditions - previous history probably backed that up. It was interesting to see Yorky's post where he mentioned that they tried to change Anderson's action and now that he has returned to his old style he can swing it all day long - although we rarely lasted long enough to test this theory. Perhaps my memory of him was when they were tinkering with his action.

There isn't a part of the game where were England didn't outplay us. This was almost as comprehensive as the 5-0 a few years ago, even if the scoreline doesn't match up.

Strangely enough, I am more optimistic about Australia's fortunes now than I was say 12 months ago. Back then, it was clear the selectors were sticking to their conservative selection strategy to win the next match and the next series. They weren't ballsy enough to make selections for tours 12 months away and beyond. Now that the smoke and mirrors have been removed for all to see, we can rebuild properly. No-one is saying the next Bradman or McGrath is around the corner (and as soon as someone utters those words they should be shot as it is the surest way to kill a career) but Shield cricket is still strong, despite what Chappell says to keep himself in the limelight. The difference now is that promising players will be selected, instead of old timers protected because they are the incumbent. We may not be dominant like we were, but we will be up there in the discussion at least.

But enough of that for now and congratulations again.

At least I can now watch Liverpool self destruct without having to stay up all night.

"Nookie". · « **Reply #7422 on:** January 7, 2011, 05:54:16 pm »

Quote from: liverbnz on January 7, 2011, 03:42:10 pm

Athers asked Strauss how long he was planning on sticking around for and if he'd make another Ashes tour. Strauss quipped that he may be on the other side of the mic which Athers responded by saying that they need their jobs. Swann then bounced in an said something along the lines of, 'Nasser is surely for the chop soon no?' He then gave a cheeky glance to the camera.

I'm looking for a vid, but unsuccessful so far.

Shit quality, but

<a href="http://www.youtube.com/v/hBApnz_aWlM?fs=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="bbc_link bbc_flash_disabled new_win">http://www.youtube.com/v/hBApnz_aWlM?fs=1</a>

liverbnz · « **Reply #7423 on:** January 7, 2011, 06:50:16 pm »

Quote from: "Nookie". on January 7, 2011, 05:54:16 pm

Shit quality, but

still funny

stevied · « **Reply #7424 on:** January 7, 2011, 07:33:46 pm »

Quote from: DK on January 7, 2011, 05:27:00 pm

Well done England. Thoroughly well deserved.

I thought this series would be tough and actually believed that England would retain the Ashes but only through a draw. My theory was that neither side appeared like they could take 20 wickets often enough to force a victory. I was half right.

England's bowling seriously surprised me. I fully expected Swann to be a nightmare to deal with but he never really had to perform as the job was mostly over by the time it came to him. Anderson was one I never saw coming. I always had him down as a swing friendly bowler who could not adapt to different conditions - previous history probably backed that up. It was interesting to see Yorky's post where he mentioned that they tried to change Anderson's action and now that he has returned to his old style he can swing it all day long - although we rarely lasted long enough to test this theory. Perhaps my memory of him was when they were tinkering with his action.

There isn't a part of the game where were England didn't outplay us. This was almost as comprehensive as the 5-0 a few years ago, even if the scoreline doesn't match up.

Strangely enough, I am more optimistic about Australia's fortunes now than I was say 12 months ago. Back then, it was clear the selectors were sticking to their conservative selection strategy to win the next match and the next series. They weren't ballsy enough to make selections for tours 12 months away and beyond. Now that the smoke and mirrors have been removed for all to see, we can rebuild properly. No-one is saying the next Bradman or McGrath is around the corner (and as soon as someone utters those words they should be shot as it is the surest way to kill a career) but Shield cricket is still strong, despite what Chappell says to keep himself in the limelight. The difference now is that promising players will be selected, instead of old timers protected because they are the incumbent. We may not be dominant like we were, but we will be up there in the discussion at least.

But enough of that for now and congratulations again.

At least I can now watch Liverpool self destruct without having to stay up all night.

Been good talking to you DK take care fella see in 2013

Bennyo · « **Reply #7425 on:** January 7, 2011, 08:45:18 pm »

Missing it already.

Alpherah · « **Reply #7426 on:** January 7, 2011, 08:55:22 pm »

Tell me about it

was an awesome thread though!

John_P · « **Reply #7427 on:** January 7, 2011, 09:03:24 pm »

watching the highlights again now, you can hear the barmy armys trumpeter playing the last post as Tremlett is running up to bowl Beer and end the series.

ttnbd · « **Reply #7428 on:** January 7, 2011, 09:27:19 pm »

Quote from: John_P on January 7, 2011, 09:03:24 pm

watching the highlights again now, you can hear the barmy armys trumpeter playing the last post as Tremlett is running up to bowl Beer and end the series.

good spot.

Cassiel · « **Reply #7429 on:** January 7, 2011, 09:57:05 pm »

What time does it start tonigh...oh.

rednile · « **Reply #7430 on:** January 7, 2011, 10:06:06 pm »

Watching ITV4 now .

Bennyo · « **Reply #7431 on:** January 7, 2011, 10:10:26 pm »

Quote from: Cassiel on January 7, 2011, 09:57:05 pm

What time does it start tonigh...oh.

Haha, had the same thing around 8. Have to something weird now, like read a book or some shite.

Art Vandelay · « **Reply #7432 on:** January 7, 2011, 10:10:40 pm »

Quote from: rednile on January 7, 2011, 10:06:06 pm

Watching ITV4 now .

Me too, have missed all of the itv4 highlights programmes for the series.....great to hear the dulcet tones of Mr. Benaud again.....it's been a while.

Art Vandelay · « **Reply #7433 on:** January 7, 2011, 10:12:20 pm »

Quote from: Bennyo on January 7, 2011, 10:10:26 pm

Haha, had the same thing around 8. Have to something weird now, like read a book or some shite.

I'm sticking with the cricket theme and started reading (for the god knows how many-eth time)...

rednile · « **Reply #7434 on:** January 7, 2011, 10:23:48 pm »

Quote from: Art Vandelay on January 7, 2011, 10:10:40 pm

Me too, have missed all of the itv4 highlights programmes for the series.....great to hear the dulcet tones of Mr. Benaud again.....it's been a while.

Was thinking exactly the same thing , i miss him on UK Cricket coverage could listern to tales of his playing days , all day .

Crosby Nick · « **Reply #7435 on:** January 7, 2011, 10:56:52 pm »

i miss richie too. a bit random but does anyone remember an amazing call from him in 2003? martin bicknell was bowling to a young saffer, think it was either rudolph or dipenaar...anyway he bowled a few outswingers in a row and richie called that he might be setting him up for the inswinger. the very next ball, sure enough he did just that and either bowled him or had him lbw shouldering arms. brilliant!

Bangin Them In · « **Reply #7436 on:** January 7, 2011, 11:08:19 pm »

http://www.bbc.co.uk/comedy/clips/p00d54jk/spout_england_win_the_ashes/

Next tests are against good teams everyone, saviour these moments

Lent§ · « **Reply #7437 on:** January 8, 2011, 12:36:17 am »

Well, this is boring

Gotta keep my sleep pattern as is aswell since I got a job in a late bar starting next week... and i'm off the ale. Booooooooored.

ferris05 · « **Reply #7438 on:** January 8, 2011, 12:39:46 am »

I have stayed up every night to watch this. I mean this genuinely. There's not been one night of the Ashes where I went to sleep before 3AM. This affected my school work, my sleeping pattern etc. Actually there was one night where I slipped off guard and fell asleep at 10... Basically FML.

cowtownred · « **Reply #7439 on:** January 8, 2011, 12:43:20 am »

This is crap. Next sport worth getting interested in is the Masters in April.
How I've enjoyed the Ashes series, really helped a bloody miserable December fly past.. and this thread is the only bit of RAWK I bother with. Football can go dump on itself as far as I'm concerned.

And thanks to all the excellent, witty, knowledgeable and sporting contributors, Aussies and English (or daft Welsh/Irish) alike.

Now I'm off to boring bloody bed.