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Title: Ashes Series
Post by: Cynical Sailor on July 08, 2015, 05:21:51 PM

What's your prediction for the England vs Australia Ashes Test series? I think Aus 3-0 with 2 draws (due to unpredictable English weather).

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: nookiebear on July 09, 2015, 06:54:14 AM

The English lads seem to have got a good team spirit going..........I reckon Eng might just edge it 2-1

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: Starman on July 09, 2015, 06:59:17 AM

A good score on a slow wicket. Let's see what Oz do first. Cannot predict until both teams have batted bu, as   
Nookie said a good team spirit going.

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: Cynical Sailor on July 09, 2015, 08:22:52 AM

Looked promising for Aus with 3 early wickets. Joe Root is once again proving to be a fine batsman. They're certainly not capitulating like they did during the last series. Johnson doesn't seem as intimidating to them this time around.

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: Cynical Sailor on July 11, 2015, 03:54:59 AM

Is there any rain forecast for Cardiff? It's the only thing that will save Australia (and my 3-0 prediction).
 snow1

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: nookiebear on August 07, 2015, 09:10:16 AM

The Ashes will be back to England before Saturday lunch!!

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: Cynical Sailor on August 07, 2015, 10:46:41 AM

I think you're right. The Australian team, like most Australians (including me) underestimated the Poms. It'll be a well-deserved series win. The Aussies can go home with their tails between their legs and a have good think about their vulnerabilities.

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: Nobby on August 07, 2015, 11:33:09 AM

Quote from: Cynical Sailor on August 07, 2015, 10:46:41 AM

I think you're right. The Australian team, like most Australians (including me) underestimated the Poms. It'll be a well-deserved series win. The Aussies can go home with their tails between their legs and a have good think about their vulnerabilities.

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: Cynical Sailor on August 07, 2015, 11:50:49 AM

Well played, sir. Well played.  bravo1

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: Cynical Sailor on August 09, 2015, 07:32:26 AM

Australia's loss in the Ashes series has claimed its first scalp. Michael Clarke will retire after the final test at The Oval. Having reached a score of 25 in only 6 of his last 30 innings I agree the time is right. Steve Smith is the natural successor and will be a very good captain for many years to come.

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: tommynew on August 09, 2015, 07:40:00 AM

Australia's loss in the Ashes series has claimed its first scalp. Michael Clarke will retire after the final test at The Oval. Having reached a score of 25 in only 6 of his last 30 innings I agree the time is right. Steve Smith is the natural successor and will be a very good captain for many years to come.

You're a proper Gent C.S.

Title: Re: Ashes Series
Post by: Cynical Sailor on August 09, 2015, 08:01:19 AM

I happily give credit where it's due. The England bowlers have been outstanding in this series. The Australian batsmen on the other hand have been woeful. A good article in the link which rates their performance.

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