Official Ashes Thread

[poc]

Got to agree.
What on earth was he thinking by leaving the crease immediately.
Very unprofessional from Bairstow and the keeper was within his rights to run him out.

[Des Parrot]

Trying to think of a football equivalent. Scoring after your opponents put the ball out because of an injury instead of giving the ball back to them?

Can’t agree, Bairstow was in the crease when Carey threw it. Brilliant from Carey, dozy from Bairstow. Can’t be any excuses. Bairstow totally at fault.

The only football comparison can be o e team stopping expecting a whistle which didn’t come.

[poc]

Trying to think of a football equivalent. Scoring after your opponents put the ball out because of an injury instead of giving the ball back to them?

why
england accepted the rules with that catch yesterday, but dont like it today its the rule, it wasnt the first time bairstow just walked out either it was thrown when he was in the crease

[Hilts]

Trying to think of a football equivalent. Scoring after your opponents put the ball out because of an injury instead of giving the ball back to them?

Fair comparison.

[Undercoverinwurzelland]

I disagree, Bairstow was being daft - he behaves as he should have done and nothing happens, it wasn’t a one off either, Carey could have done it two or three times before he did.

It was sloppy from Bairstow, but who wants to see batsmen get out like that? He's not trying to pinch a run like a Mankad.

[the other bob wilson]

It was sloppy from Bairstow, but who wants to see batsmen get out like that? He's not trying to pinch a run like a Mankad.

Both sides reek of hypocrisy. Australia were caught blatantly cheating in South Africa, we had tears from Smith, Warner was supposed to be a changed man and they were going to become the best behaved side in the world, yet I’ve seen no evidence of a change in their approach. This team have shown a hard nosed, almost negative attitude which seems to be motivated by a desire to wipe the concept of Bazball out and that’s another reason why Bairstow was stupid - you should be on your guard against this team and not give them the opportunity he did.

As for England, I’ve already mentioned Broad having the gall to stand there when he was caught at slip, but I also remember from about fifteen years ago a one day international with New Zealand where there was an accidental collision between the batsman and bowler which ended with batsman being run out while he was on the floor. The umpires went out of their way to ask if Paul Collingwood wanted to withdraw his appeal, but he said no and, thankfully, England went on to lose a very tight game. I’m convinced that if the roles were reversed and it was Carey who was wandering out of the crease in the Australian innings, Bairstow would have done the same thing.

[Harry Lime]

Both sides reek of hypocrisy. Australia were caught blatantly cheating in South Africa, we had tears from Smith, Warner was supposed to be a changed man and they were going to become the best behaved side in the world, yet I’ve seen no evidence of a change in their approach. This team have shown a hard nosed, almost negative attitude which seems to be motivated by a desire to wipe the concept of Bazball out and that’s another reason why Bairstow was stupid - you should be on your guard against this team and not give them the opportunity he did.

As for England, I’ve already mentioned Broad having the gall to stand there when he was caught at slip, but I also remember from about fifteen years ago a one day international with New Zealand where there was an accidental collision between the batsman and bowler which ended with batsman being run out while he was on the floor. The umpires went out of their way to ask if Paul Collingwood wanted to withdraw his appeal, but he said no and, thankfully, England went on to lose a very tight game. I’m convinced that if the roles were reversed and it was Carey who was wandering out of the crease in the Australian innings, Bairstow would have done the same thing.

Spot on

[Eric the Half a Bee]

I’m convinced that if the roles were reversed and it was Carey who was wandering out of the crease in the Australian innings, Bairstow would have done the same thing.

I think you're probably right and the English media would have portrayed Bairstow as a genius.

I will add one thing to the whole debate - there are plenty of Aussies who feel the dismissal wasn't in the spirit of the game, while there are plenty of England supporters who feel it is ok. So far this series there have been rules that have been tested to the limit already; I'm sure there will be more to come.

[Harry Paget Flashman]

It was sloppy from Bairstow, but who wants to see batsmen get out like that? He's not trying to pinch a run like a Mankad.

I'm happy to see it.

Thought it was great play.

[TWGL1]

I'm happy to see it.

Thought it was great play.

Are you Australian ?

They are playing the England And Wales Cricket Board , who’s funding keeps Glamorgan afloat

[Harry Paget Flashman]

Are you Australian ?

They are playing the England And Wales Cricket Board , who’s funding keeps Glamorgan afloat

No Welsh through and through.

I know what the ECB is called and spent time at Lords and was amazed at all the references to Wales.

I don't get the love in for English cricket but not supporting them at football. How many on here would want England and Wales football team.

[TWGL1]

No Welsh through and through.

I know what the ECB is called and spent time at Lords and was amazed at all the references to Wales.

I don't get the love in for English cricket but not supporting them at football. How many on here would want England and Wales football team.

It’s a similar situation to supporting the British Lions at rugby

[Pedro de la Rosa]

No Welsh through and through.

I know what the ECB is called and spent time at Lords and was amazed at all the references to Wales.

I don't get the love in for English cricket but not supporting them at football. How many on here would want England and Wales football team.

All the funding for cricket in Wales comes from the ECB, and it is a lot.

[Hilts]

I disagree, Bairstow was being daft - he behaves as he should have done and nothing happens, it wasn’t a one off either, Carey could have done it two or three times before he did.

Definitely pre meditated by Carey.

Bairstow clearly thought the balls were dead.

Its not great play against a country like Australia they will win by whatever it takes.

[Hilts]

It was sloppy from Bairstow, but who wants to see batsmen get out like that? He's not trying to pinch a run like a Mankad.

Australians do.

[Hilts]

why
england accepted the rules with that catch yesterday, but dont like it today its the rule, it wasnt the first time bairstow just walked out either it was thrown when he was in the crease

That catch was different. Duckett walked off.

He thought it was out. The umpire called him back after seeing Stark ground the ball.

[Hilts]

Both sides reek of hypocrisy. Australia were caught blatantly cheating in South Africa, we had tears from Smith, Warner was supposed to be a changed man and they were going to become the best behaved side in the world, yet I’ve seen no evidence of a change in their approach. This team have shown a hard nosed, almost negative attitude which seems to be motivated by a desire to wipe the concept of Bazball out and that’s another reason why Bairstow was stupid - you should be on your guard against this team and not give them the opportunity he did.

As for England, I’ve already mentioned Broad having the gall to stand there when he was caught at slip, but I also remember from about fifteen years ago a one day international with New Zealand where there was an accidental collision between the batsman and bowler which ended with batsman being run out while he was on the floor. The umpires went out of their way to ask if Paul Collingwood wanted to withdraw his appeal, but he said no and, thankfully, England went on to lose a very tight game. I’m convinced that if the roles were reversed and it was Carey who was wandering out of the crease in the Australian innings, Bairstow would have done the same thing.

On the plus side Bob at least Stokes is showing hes not this sides version of Mike Brearley.🤣

[TWGL1]

On the plus side Bob at least Stokes is showing hes not this sides version of Mike Brearley.🤣

All of Stokes ashes centuries have come when the heat is on in the second innings

[Undercoverinwurzelland]

I'm convinced that if the roles were reversed and it was Carey who was wandering out of the crease in the Australian innings, Bairstow would have done the same thing.

You could well be right. I'm not saying that England hold any moral high ground, I just think that's a crap way for any batsman to be out, even if it is technically correct.
Mind you, it has turned the match into quite a spectacle now!

[D. Advocaat]

You could well be right. I'm not saying that England hold any moral high ground, I just think that's a crap way for any batsman to be out, even if it is technically correct.
Mind you, it has turned the match into quite a spectacle now!

Great entertainment- pantomime villains, dropped catches, Broad's theatrics and Stokes going at it- great stuff.

[MacAdder]

No finer sight in cricket than Stokes with a bat in his hand holding his team together.

Long way to go yet though.

[poc]

stuart broad will be a bit sore tomorrow

[MacAdder]

stuart broad will be a bit sore tomorrow

Broad can bat.
Playing himself in nicely.

[MacAdder]

Hundred partnership 👏

[Hilts]

The convicts have complained about abuse from the long room.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Having witnessed pissed up Australians at their grounds they are taking the piss. Feckin snowflakes.