England 2017

[Uncle Leo]

Seems as good a time as any to open up a new thread for talk of our national team(s).

Anyone going to see any of the England games this summer? ODI v Sri Lanka at The Oval and 3rd Test v Pakistan at the same venue for me.

Expecting two series wins in the Tests, an ODI series win against the Lankans and Pakistan to do something bonkers in their ODI series.

Also, good to see that both touring sides are playing a couple of ODIs against Ireland.

 

[Yorkshire Blue]

No, tickets are too expensive.

Was thinking of going out to Bangladesh but have been put off by the way things are deteriorating out there.

 

[AndyT]

Vince in for Taylor and Ball in for Woakes.

Think that's about right.

Can't see Ball playing, though.

 

[Ricky Otto]

No, tickets are too expensive.

Was thinking of going out to Bangladesh but have been put off by the way things are deteriorating out there.

Yep and add the cost of drinks at the ground and you have a very expensive day! They must rake it in.

I'm planning the ODI series in west indies next feb, always wanted to go on a WI tour

 

[Uncle Leo]

Yep and add the cost of drinks at the ground and you have a very expensive day! They must rake it in.

I'm planning the ODI series in west indies next feb, always wanted to go on a WI tour

That'd be awesome.

You're right about how expensive a day at the cricket has become. Sticks in the craw a bit, but once the first pint or two are sunk it is soon forgotten :smile:

 

[Ricky Otto]

That'd be awesome.

You're right about how expensive a day at the cricket has become. Sticks in the craw a bit, but once the first pint or two are sunk it is soon forgotten :smile:

At least we get proper beer for the high price, at the WACA we were paying $12 for mid strength as that is all they are allowed to serve, 3% beer at $12 a pop!

 

[Uncle Leo]

At least we get proper beer for the high price, at the WACA we were paying $12 for mid strength as that is all they are allowed to serve, 3% beer at $12 a pop!

Gadzooks!

Only seen England away once before and that was at Newlands. Castle Lager, very cheap. Ruinously so :cheers:

Of course, one can get round the alcohol restrictions too. I always bring a couple of cartons of fruit juice to The Oval. Topped up with something a little stronger....

 

[Ricky Otto]

Gadzooks!

Only seen England away once before and that was at Newlands. Castle Lager, very cheap. Ruinously so :cheers:

Of course, once can get round the alcohol restrictions too. I always bring a couple of cartons of fruit juice to The Oval. Topped up with something a little stronger....

Spectacular scenery!!

 

[The General]

Going to my first ever test match at Edgbaston vs Pakistan on Sat 6th Aug ... And hopefully the Sunday if it goes to 5th day! Any recommendations for places to stay near the ground!?

 

[Perth Bambi]

Yes all Aussie sport unfortunately has mid strength beer only. I also agree that we should win the two test series.

 

[Crabby Shrimper]

Seems as good a time as any to open up a new thread for talk of our national team(s).

Anyone going to see any of the England games this summer? ODI v Sri Lanka at The Oval and 3rd Test v Pakistan at the same venue for me.

Expecting two series wins in the Tests, an ODI series win against the Lankans and Pakistan to do something bonkers in their ODI series.

Also, good to see that both touring sides are playing a couple of ODIs against Ireland.

Am I correct in thinking that if that happens, we'll hold every test series trophy?

 

[AndyT]

It all starts today.

Looks like Ball will miss out and Vince makes his debut.

Bring it on!

 

[HudsonNo1]

Xant wait for the lords test to come along... Currently working on the new Walker stand so free test match cricket for me. Got the RAF vs the Army 20/20 today

 

[AndyT]

Fella trundles in and takes 3 wickets in 2 overs.

 

[superblue24]

we're done for in this test. 150 max in this innings.

 

[Uncle Leo]

Well done Bairstow!

 

[BrettieAngell]

Sri Lanka 91 all out, and are being made to bat again!

 

[Uncle Leo]

Nick Compton - thank you and goodnight.

 

[BrettieAngell]

Yeah he's been given a enough of a chance.

71-3 now.

 

[mattitouk]

England 165-5 at tea.

Also a bad day for Root, gone for just 3.

Cook sadly out for 85, I was hoping he would make a century, although if my maths is correct, his 85 runs, moves him up the table to 11th in the list of players who have made 10,000+ runs in test cricket, 2 runs ahead of Sunil Gavaskar. :thumbsup: