An impressive batting display by Derbyshire at Canterbury today saw them amass 370-3 against Kent, with Wayne Madsen and Usman Khawaja reeling off impressive centuries to put us in the driving seat.
Chesney Hughes got the innings off to a flyer, but the 231 run stand for the second wicket gave us a stranglehold on this game.
Where it goes from now will be interesting. We have scored at almost four an over and will presumably be looking to declare before tea tomorrow, unless things go pear-shaped in the morning. Anything over 500 is a psychological barrier, with 550 leaving the opposition 400 to simply save the follow on.
Of course, we must suppose that batting conditions are pretty good and that their talented line-up will also enjoy a hit on such a track. Bowling them out twice to win the game will not be easy and I have a feeling that young Mr Rafiq may have a role to play before the game is out.
Still, that's all for the future. For now, let's enjoy as competent, confident batting display and another good effort from our boys.
Once again in what is turning out a pretty decent season, we couldn't have asked for more.
Surrey have signed fast bowler and match winner Dirk Nannes for the 20/20. He would have been a good replacement for Khwaja but I am worried that we can't attract such players after the departure of JM.
ReplyDeleteWorld stars like Langeveldt, Rogers, Peterson, Bosman, Khwaja and Guptil would fly from all over the world to play for JM but will they rush to play for Luke Sutton?
ReplyDeleteI suspect they rushed round the world at the prospect of a decent pay packet rather than any huge burning desire to play for John Morris. If we decide we want a second overseas player then am sure there are plenty of people available but I would be surprised if we bothered at this stage unless a star performer is available
ReplyDeleteAgreed. John had good contacts but isn't the only bloke in the game with those. Anyone will sign for anyone if you meet their asking price...
ReplyDeleteWe are an opening bowler short for the 20/20. If you don't get wickets early on other teams get big scores! Someone like Nannes, who gets lots of wickets at the top and can bowl yorkers at the end, is something we are going to lack. Maybee Mr. Grant might dig deep though!
ReplyDeleteTo get the top international players you need top international contacts. I am not sure Luke Sutton has these.
ReplyDeleteGet Loots Bosman rung up. He was amazing last year until his knee went.
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