Black Caps v Pakistan
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@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@gt12 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
The one who just got Watling.
Yup Afridi - I do not like his arm action when it comes to the short or effort ball - it looks distinctly suss
The side on view makes it look pretty distinctive that there is bit of a throw in there.
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@gt12 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@gt12 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
The one who just got Watling.
Yup Afridi - I do not like his arm action when it comes to the short or effort ball - it looks distinctly suss
The side on view makes it look pretty distinctive that there is bit of a throw in there.
Srt of like playing senior grade cricket in CD in the 80s - a lot of genuine chuckers going around there - particularly in Wanganui - Eric Head(case), Wingnut Carroll and you could choose nay of the Gill family - all huge chuckers and not averse to bowling beamers - this was in the early days before helmets were ubiquitous and in some cases permitted (some schools wouldn't allow helmets to be worn as they were non-traditional)
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@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
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@gt12 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@gt12 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
The one who just got Watling.
Yup Afridi - I do not like his arm action when it comes to the short or effort ball - it looks distinctly suss
The side on view makes it look pretty distinctive that there is bit of a throw in there.
One of the things that came out of the scrutiny of Murali was that basically every fast bowler ever was a thrower when measured against the standard of 10 degrees straightening, so it got increased to 15.
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@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
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@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
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@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
Edit. LOL. I have internet RAAAGE. I didn't even read you have Mitchell select instead.
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@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
Edit. LOL. I have internet RAAAGE. I didn't even read you have Mitchell select instead.
If Patel was fit, I'd sel;ect him ahead of either of them even on a green seamer - he offers way more variation, can exploit a wider variety of pitch conditions and actually looks like taking wickets rather than holding down an end until the new ball is ready. Plus there's about as much actual spin from santner as a delivery from Coney or Larsen in Australia at Perth
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@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
Edit. LOL. I have internet RAAAGE. I didn't even read you have Mitchell select instead.
If Patel was fit, I'd sel;ect him ahead of either of them even on a green seamer - he offers way more variation, can exploit a wider variety of pitch conditions and actually looks like taking wickets rather than holding down an end until the new ball is ready. Plus there's about as much actual spin from santner as a delivery from Coney or Larsen in Australia at Perth
So. You're compromise is Jamieson at 7.
Despite looking good at test level, and no doubt has promise with bat, has been around FC season for about 6 years, averages 20, no hundred at FC level, HS of only 67 at FC level.My compromise would be Santner in NZ, Patel away where it spins, and drop one of 4 seamers. Protect Jamieson from batting pressure and expectations. Tough luck for Ajaz and CdG who are good enough to make NZ teams usually.
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@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
Edit. LOL. I have internet RAAAGE. I didn't even read you have Mitchell select instead.
If Patel was fit, I'd sel;ect him ahead of either of them even on a green seamer - he offers way more variation, can exploit a wider variety of pitch conditions and actually looks like taking wickets rather than holding down an end until the new ball is ready. Plus there's about as much actual spin from santner as a delivery from Coney or Larsen in Australia at Perth
Bloody hell, I thought I was harsh on Santner.....
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@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
Edit. LOL. I have internet RAAAGE. I didn't even read you have Mitchell select instead.
If Patel was fit, I'd sel;ect him ahead of either of them even on a green seamer - he offers way more variation, can exploit a wider variety of pitch conditions and actually looks like taking wickets rather than holding down an end until the new ball is ready. Plus there's about as much actual spin from santner as a delivery from Coney or Larsen in Australia at Perth
So. You're compromise is Jamieson at 7.
Despite looking good at test level, and no doubt has promise with bat, has been around FC season for about 6 years, averages 20, no hundred at FC level, HS of only 67 at FC level.My compromise would be Santner in NZ, Patel away where it spins, and drop one of 4 seamers. Protect Jamieson from batting pressure and expectations. Tough luck for Ajaz and CdG who are good enough to make NZ teams usually.
santner only has 4 innings of 45 or more from 29 innings. So I'm not convinced he adds anything more than Jamieson and number 7 is not anywhere near asking someone to bat at 6 for example.
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@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
Edit. LOL. I have internet RAAAGE. I didn't even read you have Mitchell select instead.
If Patel was fit, I'd sel;ect him ahead of either of them even on a green seamer - he offers way more variation, can exploit a wider variety of pitch conditions and actually looks like taking wickets rather than holding down an end until the new ball is ready. Plus there's about as much actual spin from santner as a delivery from Coney or Larsen in Australia at Perth
So. You're compromise is Jamieson at 7.
Despite looking good at test level, and no doubt has promise with bat, has been around FC season for about 6 years, averages 20, no hundred at FC level, HS of only 67 at FC level.My compromise would be Santner in NZ, Patel away where it spins, and drop one of 4 seamers. Protect Jamieson from batting pressure and expectations. Tough luck for Ajaz and CdG who are good enough to make NZ teams usually.
santner only has 4 innings of 45 or more from 29 innings. So I'm not convinced he adds anything more than Jamieson and number 7 is not anywhere near asking someone to bat at 6 for example.
I agree with you picking on Santner and the myth he is a test class batsman but loads of guys over the years have gone between 6/7/8 in any given batting line up as it's either specialist batsman/Keeper batsman or all rounder depending on the team make up.
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@MN5 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
Edit. LOL. I have internet RAAAGE. I didn't even read you have Mitchell select instead.
If Patel was fit, I'd sel;ect him ahead of either of them even on a green seamer - he offers way more variation, can exploit a wider variety of pitch conditions and actually looks like taking wickets rather than holding down an end until the new ball is ready. Plus there's about as much actual spin from santner as a delivery from Coney or Larsen in Australia at Perth
Bloody hell, I thought I was harsh on Santner.....
Wait till you get me started on Larsen, or some of the coaches
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@MN5 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
Edit. LOL. I have internet RAAAGE. I didn't even read you have Mitchell select instead.
If Patel was fit, I'd sel;ect him ahead of either of them even on a green seamer - he offers way more variation, can exploit a wider variety of pitch conditions and actually looks like taking wickets rather than holding down an end until the new ball is ready. Plus there's about as much actual spin from santner as a delivery from Coney or Larsen in Australia at Perth
So. You're compromise is Jamieson at 7.
Despite looking good at test level, and no doubt has promise with bat, has been around FC season for about 6 years, averages 20, no hundred at FC level, HS of only 67 at FC level.My compromise would be Santner in NZ, Patel away where it spins, and drop one of 4 seamers. Protect Jamieson from batting pressure and expectations. Tough luck for Ajaz and CdG who are good enough to make NZ teams usually.
santner only has 4 innings of 45 or more from 29 innings. So I'm not convinced he adds anything more than Jamieson and number 7 is not anywhere near asking someone to bat at 6 for example.
I agree with you picking on Santner and the myth he is a test class batsman but loads of guys over the years have gone between 6/7/8 in any given batting line up as it's either specialist batsman/Keeper batsman or all rounder depending on the team make up.
7 and 8 can be a specialist bowler or wk depending on the relative strength of the top order - right now I believe that we have the luxury of a top 6 so strong that we can afford to play BJ at 6
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@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@MN5 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
Edit. LOL. I have internet RAAAGE. I didn't even read you have Mitchell select instead.
If Patel was fit, I'd sel;ect him ahead of either of them even on a green seamer - he offers way more variation, can exploit a wider variety of pitch conditions and actually looks like taking wickets rather than holding down an end until the new ball is ready. Plus there's about as much actual spin from santner as a delivery from Coney or Larsen in Australia at Perth
So. You're compromise is Jamieson at 7.
Despite looking good at test level, and no doubt has promise with bat, has been around FC season for about 6 years, averages 20, no hundred at FC level, HS of only 67 at FC level.My compromise would be Santner in NZ, Patel away where it spins, and drop one of 4 seamers. Protect Jamieson from batting pressure and expectations. Tough luck for Ajaz and CdG who are good enough to make NZ teams usually.
santner only has 4 innings of 45 or more from 29 innings. So I'm not convinced he adds anything more than Jamieson and number 7 is not anywhere near asking someone to bat at 6 for example.
I agree with you picking on Santner and the myth he is a test class batsman but loads of guys over the years have gone between 6/7/8 in any given batting line up as it's either specialist batsman/Keeper batsman or all rounder depending on the team make up.
7 and 8 can be a specialist bowler or wk depending on the relative strength of the top order - right now I believe that we have the luxury of a top 6 so strong that we can afford to play BJ at 6
Yes we do. A very good position to be in and we're lucky that BJ has continued the trend of keepers having averages well into the 30s nowadays. Can you imagine trusting Ian Smith to do a job there consistently ?
How are Will Young and Devon Conway in terms of being able to send a few overs down cos Latham, Taylor and Nicholls certainly can't/won't
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@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@mikey07 said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Rapido That’s why I like Ajaz Patel he’s more of ab attacking spinner
Well, Ajaz was in squad originally before being ruled out, but still hasn't played a match all year yet. Stead and Kane also prefer Ajaz.
Logic says he plays if fit, then NZ either has a long tail or drop one of the 4 seamers.
Compromises and decisions have to be made. Consequences luved with
Unlike internet posters who live in worlds where we can pick unbalanced teams in which we're always guaranteed to win the toss on a green one.
We lost the toss on this one, green lasted only a day, spinning already. I applaud the Santner over Mitchell selection. Its logical.
I remain curious what they do when/if both Patel / CdG are available. That's when it gets tough, now it is simple.
Except that Santnav doesn't justify his position as a bowler at test level even on a turner - he doesn't get enough wickets - mitchell is more likely to exploit variable bounce and the pace of the icket which was suspected to be a little two paced actually suits mitchell more so than a slow mystery spinner
Cool, so who are you picking? You've dropped Santner, who plays this test?
Edit. LOL. I have internet RAAAGE. I didn't even read you have Mitchell select instead.
If Patel was fit, I'd sel;ect him ahead of either of them even on a green seamer - he offers way more variation, can exploit a wider variety of pitch conditions and actually looks like taking wickets rather than holding down an end until the new ball is ready. Plus there's about as much actual spin from santner as a delivery from Coney or Larsen in Australia at Perth
So. You're compromise is Jamieson at 7.
Despite looking good at test level, and no doubt has promise with bat, has been around FC season for about 6 years, averages 20, no hundred at FC level, HS of only 67 at FC level.My compromise would be Santner in NZ, Patel away where it spins, and drop one of 4 seamers. Protect Jamieson from batting pressure and expectations. Tough luck for Ajaz and CdG who are good enough to make NZ teams usually.
santner only has 4 innings of 45 or more from 29 innings. So I'm not convinced he adds anything more than Jamieson and number 7 is not anywhere near asking someone to bat at 6 for example.
Yes, but combine this with Southee at 8. Jamieson will need to change his approach a bit.
Jamieson has a few failures with bat at 7 being too aggressive, Joe Moron from Waikanae will be tapping away on forums or calling talkback .... exactly what a guy in his 5th test needs , people moaning about his weaker discipline. See Southee 's career ....
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@SynicBast said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
@Snowy said in Black Caps v Pakistan:
WRT to the spinner selection - I'm still struggling with this from Stead:
I'm not. I'm really not convinced Stead is up to coaching this side. If anything I think he is a handbrake that Williamson is having to deal with for now. He was clueless in Aus and clueless when he went on holiday - he's not intellectually incisive enough to manage the team nor does he have the playing gravitas to persuade me either. Journeyman player - mediocre coach - the Santnav of Team management
We are agreeing there - which is why I was "struggling" with the comments - he sounds like an idiot.
As for the last bit - he doesn't seem to be able to "Foster" new ideas and almost all of your comments apply there too (including the location of Aus).
