Highveld
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I think the team changes were justified and worked well. Taz was excelent and a good list A debut for Adam Sylvester.
Stress fracture I think, which would stop him bowling but not fielding
Lintott's economy rate justifies his omission.
Stats for the first two games
https://countycrickethub.net/team-averages.html?teamid=16&comp=2&year=2025
Third game in the group stages, and the second of three at Rugby School.
_https://live.nvplay.com/ecb/?tab=m_summary#m3790308d-ee1c-4a6f-bdd5-98472e34647f_
Despite the abysmal form from some of our team, there are unlikely to be any changes, unless Sam Hain is released from the unwanted competition.
Hope you have a great day, the small bank by the roadway around the ground has some shade from the mature trees and a slightly elevated view of the ground, that's where I'd choose to sit.
The main playing field actually has space for two seperate games to be played at the same time and additional space as well, so there should be ample space behind the ring of seats surrounding the boundary.
As for the lack, or otherwise, of beer, it's not an issue for many people, especially if it's a very hot day, avoiding alcohol, especially if you ae driving is probably the wise decision.
Interestingly in the T20 Tom Latham, who many here thought was a slow scorer actually had more runs, from the same number of Innings for a strike rate less than 3% slower.
Yes, Davies has done well in the two 50 over games, but that does not atone for the multitude of bad innings and bad decisions he has made before.
There are still massive areas of our play and selection that need massive improvement. It was very good to see how Ed Barnard led the team, especially his encouragement of Taz Ali wwhen he was bowling.
The umpires have been right so far today.
Both are very experiences umpires, with Sue Redfern having handled international matches. They are not the reason for the bad batting.
First home game,amuch improved performance is required from,most of, the team.
This is the first of 3 games at Rugby School.
Live scores link _https://live.nvplay.com/ecb/?tab=m_summary#m9eb9a732-8902-4bb8-bfcb-aa894231842a_
We will see!
Sadly Alex D has already captained England Lions so madder things, and players of equal unsuitability and lack of talent have captained England.
Interesting that new team names are possible.
The Birmingham City Knights sounds pretty good to me, playing in a Royal Blue and White kit, maybe even the traditional "Penquin" broad white stripe.
With the new Sports Quarter stadium, it would not be a surprise to see some the the games played at the new stadium, especially as Knighthead Capital are part owners of the team.
One day cup averages after game 1
https://countycrickethub.net/team-averages.html?teamid=16&comp=2&year=2025
Webster wasn't available, and Hassan Ali has left the club.
Whats our lowest 50 over score ever?
That ball to Kai did seem to get up higher than he expected, a bit unlucky.
Live scores link https://live.nvplay.com/ecb/?tab=m_summary#m6891a403-c07d-4c4d-9fb2-ce1480330bab
Yorkshire won the toss and elected to bowl
Yorkshire
9 A Lyth
26 Imam-ul-Haq
68 WA Luxton
23 JH Wharton
22 HG Duke†
77 ML Revis
18 GCH Hill
2 DM Bess
26 BM Cliff
21 DT Moriarty
19 CJ White
Warwickshire
17 RM Yates
71 AL Davies
15 H Shaikh
30 EG Barnard
8 ZA Malik
24 VL Jani
11 K Smith†
54 ER Bamber
27 MG Booth
23 JB Lintott
20 OJ Hannon-Dalby
Back to cricket!
Very pleased to see that Ed Barnard will be captain today, hopefully a much needed permanant change, that will improve the team spirit, development and performance.
Perhaps England need a good solid and steady reliable player like Sam Hain!
Developing the ability to play a long innings, playing all sorts of shots would be essential, not just being a slogger.