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  1. #1
    Quote Originally Posted by Burney View Post
    Sure, but he makes Graeme Smith look like a stylist.
    See what I mean; Westley out, plump in front.
    "Plenty of strikers can score goals," he said, gesturing to the famous old stands casting shadows around us.

    "But a lot have found it difficult wearing the number 9 shirt for The Arsenal."

  2. #2
    Quote Originally Posted by redgunamo View Post
    See what I mean; Westley out, plump in front.
    England's top order consists of Cook, Root and three walking wickets I'm afraid.

    Maybe Stoneman can prove me wrong.

  3. #3
    Quote Originally Posted by Burney View Post
    England's top order consists of Cook, Root and three walking wickets I'm afraid.

    Maybe Stoneman can prove me wrong.
    Well, quite. So we need more of Cook's sort, not less. This is to be encouraged, cherished.
    "Plenty of strikers can score goals," he said, gesturing to the famous old stands casting shadows around us.

    "But a lot have found it difficult wearing the number 9 shirt for The Arsenal."

  4. #4
    Quote Originally Posted by redgunamo View Post
    Well, quite. So we need more of Cook's sort, not less. This is to be encouraged, cherished.
    I don't dispute his value, but watching him bat is a sore trial as he nudges and pushes in between playing his four shots.

  5. #5
    Quote Originally Posted by Burney View Post
    I don't dispute his value, but watching him bat is a sore trial as he nudges and pushes in between playing his four shots.
    Cut, clip through midwicket for leg stump half volleys, pull, and push down the ground (not calling it a drive)?

  6. #6
    Quote Originally Posted by Rich View Post
    Cut, clip through midwicket for leg stump half volleys, pull, and push down the ground (not calling it a drive)?
    Basically, yes.

  7. #7
    Quote Originally Posted by Burney View Post
    I don't dispute his value, but watching him bat is a sore trial as he nudges and pushes in between playing his four shots.
    Oh, right. I see what you mean. I only ever watch him bat on the radio; he looks terrific there.
    "Plenty of strikers can score goals," he said, gesturing to the famous old stands casting shadows around us.

    "But a lot have found it difficult wearing the number 9 shirt for The Arsenal."

  8. #8
    Quote Originally Posted by Burney View Post
    England's top order consists of Cook, Root and three walking wickets I'm afraid.

    Maybe Stoneman can prove me wrong.
    Still think Hales should be given a chance

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