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Title: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 01:14:11 PM: This one is for all you cricket fans....

At the end of Day 1, England was looking rather shaky after a good start. The score was 8/307.

At this point in time (Day 2 first session), England are 9/329. Have to say that Australia is looking pretty good but it is still early days.

So what are your predictions? Can England defeat Australia and take the Ashes? whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 01:15:25 PM: Of course ~ while there is life there is hope.

At the moment we are off for rain

England 332 all out

Australia 61/0 (20.2 ov)

Australia trail by 271 runs with 10 wickets remaining in the 1st innings

Match delayed by rain - Day 2
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 01:29:59 PM: All this fuss over an egg cup ...really is beyond me noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 01:32:14 PM: Quote from: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 01:15:25 PM
Of course ~ while there is life there is hope.

At the moment we are off for rain

England 332 all out

Australia 61/0 (20.2 ov)

Australia trail by 271 runs with 10 wickets remaining in the 1st innings

Match delayed by rain - Day 2

Wow..didn't realize that the telecast in Australia was delayed.

I hate pay TV...as they have hijacked all the good sporting events. ::)

I don't think rain suits England as they need to win it. Australia retains the Ashes if there is a draw... whistle:

I hope the rain stops because there is nothing worse than a rain effected cricket game...at least England will have a shot at challenging Australia..
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 01:33:54 PM: Careful MissD ... ;)

Being only minutes from the ground, I can tell it's bright sun and clear blue skies now. I did however get a bit rained on about an hour ago noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 01:34:12 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 01:29:59 PM
All this fuss over an egg cup ...really is beyond me noooo:

I know it is and until you understand this poem you'll never understand the attraction of cricket.

Quote
There's a breathless hush in the Close to-night --
Ten to make and the match to win --
A bumping pitch and a blinding light,
An hour to play and the last man in.
And it's not for the sake of a ribboned coat,
Or the selfish hope of a season's fame,
But his Captain's hand on his shoulder smote --
'Play up! play up! and play the game!'

The sand of the desert is sodden red, --
Red with the wreck of a square that broke; --
The Gatling's jammed and the Colonel dead,
And the regiment blind with dust and smoke.
The river of death has brimmed his banks,
And England's far, and Honour a name,
But the voice of a schoolboy rallies the ranks:
'Play up! play up! and play the game!'

This is the word that year by year,
While in her place the School is set,
Every one of her sons must hear,
And none that hears it dare forget.
This they all with a joyful mind
Bear through life like a torch in flame,
And falling fling to the host behind --
'Play up! play up! and play the game!'

Sir Henry Newbolt (1862-1938)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 01:35:08 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 01:29:59 PM
All this fuss over an egg cup ...really is beyond me noooo:

It is difficult for women to understand the immense rivalry... whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 01:37:52 PM: It's a boring game....of standing around with nothing much happening ...getting grass stains on your white trousers ( whoever thought that was a good idea) .....waiting for the blessed relief of rain to at least go inside and watch something interesting on the telly.....shouting Howzat every now and then just to keep the spectators awake noooo:

Is that careful enough Pastis lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 01:38:34 PM: Bloody wimmin noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 01:39:04 PM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 01:35:08 PM
Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 01:29:59 PM
All this fuss over an egg cup ...really is beyond me noooo:

It is difficult for women to understand the immense rivalry... whistle:

That's right ...it's difficult for women to understand anything except recipes and washing instructions evil:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 01:42:00 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 01:39:04 PM
Quote from: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 01:35:08 PM
Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 01:29:59 PM
All this fuss over an egg cup ...really is beyond me noooo:

It is difficult for women to understand the immense rivalry... whistle:

That's right ...it's difficult for women to understand anything except recipes and washing instructions evil:

In this kennel that statement does not apply. noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 01:42:48 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 01:37:52 PM
It's a boring game....of standing around with nothing much happening ...getting grass stains on your white trousers ( whoever thought that was a good idea) .....waiting for the blessed relief of rain to at least go inside and watch something interesting on the telly.....shouting Howzat every now and then just to keep the spectators awake noooo:

Is that careful enough Pastis lol: lol: lol:

noooo: I think the closest you'll get to appreciating the game is the smack of leather against willow eyes:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 01:43:52 PM: AND WATSON IS OUT LBW!
He scored 34.

Here comes Ponting. (Rubs hands with gleeful anticipation)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 01:45:48 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 01:39:04 PM
Quote from: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 01:35:08 PM
Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 01:29:59 PM
All this fuss over an egg cup ...really is beyond me noooo:

It is difficult for women to understand the immense rivalry... whistle:

That's right ...it's difficult for women to understand anything except recipes and washing instructions evil:

I may be Cypriot but not that Cypriot...

More of a sensitive new age person, and so only expect women to do the ironing... angel1
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Uncle Mort on August 21, 2009, 01:46:11 PM: I was offered a ticket for tomorrow - Vodafone hospitality and all that. Unfortunately I couldn't make it.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 01:47:19 PM: But you will no doubt have PM'd your friends here and offered them the opportunity to go Unc whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 01:49:00 PM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 01:45:48 PM
I may be Cypriot but not that Cypriot... More of a sensitive new age person, and so only expect women to do the ironing... angel1

A man with expectations - how very refreshing lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Uncle Mort on August 21, 2009, 01:50:59 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 01:47:19 PM
But you will no doubt have PM'd your friends here and offered them the opportunity to go Unc whistle:

Would have but it's business only.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 01:55:43 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 01:49:00 PM
Quote from: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 01:45:48 PM
I may be Cypriot but not that Cypriot... More of a sensitive new age person, and so only expect women to do the ironing... angel1

A man with expectations - how very refreshing lol:

You have to do something while we are busy watching The Ashes... whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 02:03:53 PM: AND PONTING IS OUT BOWLED BY STUART BROAD FOR ONLY 8 RUNS point: point:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 02:07:16 PM: Oh YESSSSSSS!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 02:08:10 PM: Is it time for Eurovision yet ::)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 02:11:36 PM: Broad gets another one ~ Hussey out LBW for 0

Oz 89 for 3
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 02:14:34 PM: I've had to switch over to FiveLive eeek:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 02:17:35 PM: I've been there since 1030 this morning
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 02:20:07 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 02:14:34 PM
I've had to switch over to FiveLive eeek:

I've always found FiveAlive a bit too sweet whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 02:20:50 PM: Another wicket!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 02:22:29 PM: Quote from: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 02:03:53 PM
AND PONTING IS OUT BOWLED BY STUART BROAD FOR ONLY 8 RUNS point: point:

noooo: noooo: noooo:

Australia is 4/93.

England is right back in it... Banghead
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 02:23:12 PM: Broad again ~ Man of the match award coming up.

Oz 93 for 4!!!! lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 02:28:31 PM: Have you seen the dust on my keyboard - really it is quite terrible.

Should I use a cotton bud to clean it or those alcohol wipes.

Those wipes can really dry your skin though can't they

What about some tissue but then the bits fall off don't they

perhaps I should just shake it...but then that might break it...

oh the dilemma's I'm in lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 02:34:37 PM: :lalalala
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 02:45:31 PM: Cricket is a game played by professional sportsmen. And the England cricket team.

At close of play England were 20 runs for 2 wickets. Australia 674 for 5 wickets declared.

Awful stuff from Australia, hitting lots of 4s and 6s. We really don't like that sort of thing here. England's batsmen have a whole day to bat, and it doesn't matter how many runs they score. The opportunity for Boycott-type heroics are there for the taking.

Andy Mouse, England captain " I'm not too downhearted. You have to remember that we play a very different game to the Australians. I expect plenty of shots not to be played tomorrow. I just hope that the australians don't bowl too fast. The ball is pretty hard, and it might hurt if someone gets hit."

Ricky Pointless, Australia captain "I think the rain helped them today. But it can't rain all the time. We can wait. We will target KP Nuts and Freddie Flintstone."

whistle: whistle: whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 02:50:10 PM: And another Ozzie wicket goes! lol: lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 02:50:56 PM: Yippee!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 02:58:15 PM: And another!!!!! Ooooooooh Dear! lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 02:58:46 PM: We may have them following on yet!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:01:13 PM: Did you hear the comment from the Aussie in the commentary box?

This Sucks cry:

happy001
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:02:11 PM: <snigger>
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:07:59 PM: Was that another?
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 03:09:30 PM: Are you getting over excited now Pastis noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:11:20 PM: I'm loving it lol: I'll have you know I was once mentioned in despatches for my fast bowling whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:13:03 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:07:59 PM
Was that another?

Yes but I posted it in the dinner thread in my excitement

Quote
Bowled 'im!

111 for 7

Broad has his fifer
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 03:17:01 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:11:20 PM
I'm loving it lol: I'll have you know I was once mentioned in despatches for my fast bowling whistle:

But that was ten pin dear noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:19:41 PM: I was renown for my wrist action in my school days.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 03:20:29 PM: Was it all the bangles you used to wear eyes:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:21:40 PM: I dunno why I feed you these lines I really don't. ::)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:21:54 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 03:17:01 PM
Quote from: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:11:20 PM
I'm loving it lol: I'll have you know I was once mentioned in despatches for my fast bowling whistle:

But that was ten pin dear noooo:

Oh no... ;) Daily Telegraph, schools cricket scores and results. Do they still do that?
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 03:24:09 PM: Quote from: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:21:40 PM
I dunno why I feed you these lines I really don't. ::)

because you're too good to me whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 03:25:37 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:01:13 PM
Did you hear the comment from the Aussie in the commentary box?

This Sucks cry:

happy001

It sure does.

Australia is 8 down... cry: cry: cry:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:26:05 PM: Eight down! This is fun! lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:26:48 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 03:24:09 PM
Quote from: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:21:40 PM
I dunno why I feed you these lines I really don't. ::)

because you're too good to me whistle:

Just remember ~ No sugar!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:27:18 PM: Another one gone! 131 for 8

(You were a bit premature claiming 8 out earlier)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 03:27:42 PM: Tea or coffee though - rubschin:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:30:52 PM: Quote from: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:27:18 PM
Another one gone! 131 for 8

(You were a bit premature claiming 8 out earlier)

I thought you'd missed it ;D Too busy posting an' all ;)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 03:33:31 PM: (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laughparty.com%2Ffunny-pictures%2FBored-Baby-1284.jpg&hash=d380d410683c11e6c66b5407dbf6b68b398117ac)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:34:09 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 03:27:42 PM
Tea or coffee though - rubschin:

Decaf anything but green tea with lemon for preference.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:34:40 PM: Tea at the Oval
Quote
   Australia 1st innings    R    B    4s    6s    SR
View dismissal    SR Watson    lbw b Broad    34    69    7    0    49.27
   22.6 that's out! No worries about it. Absolutely dead in front, Watson trapped in the crease and that's taking out middle-and-leg 73/1
View dismissal    SM Katich    c Cook b Swann    50    107    7    0    46.72
   37.1 Swann gets Katich! Oh, the follow-on looms now! Katich got an inside edge onto the top flap of his pad and it's bobbed up to short leg, who takes a simple catch and Rauf raises the finger 109/6
View dismissal    RT Ponting*    b Broad    8    15    1    0    53.33
   26.6 bowled him! Broad's bowled him! Ponting goes back and chops it on, his off stump pegged back 85/2
View dismissal    MEK Hussey    lbw b Broad    0    3    0    0    0.00
   28.3 got him! Broad's got three! Hussey again not showing good judgement of his off stump as Broad cuts this back nastily and raps him in front. Gone! 89/3
View dismissal    MJ Clarke    c Trott b Broad    3    7    0    0    42.85
   30.2 he's got him! Broad's got four! Clarke went for a drive, feeling for it, and Trott took a very sharp chance at short extra cover, diving forward. Tremendous cricket from England! 93/4
View dismissal    MJ North    lbw b Swann    8    17    1    0    47.05
   35.3 got him! Swann gets one to go straight on with the arm, North is a bit slow getting the bat down, and Rauf says that's lbw! 108/5
View dismissal    BJ Haddin?    b Broad    1    9    0    0    11.11
   38.4 gone! Another one! Broad's got five! And what a superb ball, that has cleaned up Haddin's off stump, it's full and straightening enough to beat Haddin, who was trying to whip it through leg 111/7
View dismissal    MG Johnson    c ?Prior b Swann    11    24    2    0    45.83
   43.5 Swann gets his third! That's eight for the session! Swann tosses it up and gets some turn, Johnson is lured into the drive and an outside edge is well snapped up by Prior 131/8
   PM Siddle    not out    10    17    2    0    58.82

   SR Clark    not out    1    2    0    0    50.00

   Extras    (b 1, lb 5, nb 1)    7

   Total    (8 wickets; 44.5 overs)    133    (2.96 runs per over)
To bat BW Hilfenhaus
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:36:14 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 03:33:31 PM
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lol: lol: happy100

Time for tea! Put 't kettle on chuck! ;)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 03:41:24 PM: Do you take sugar ::)

I'm considering opening a caff at this rate lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 03:43:23 PM: Who's the sprog?
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 03:45:28 PM: I dunno Shrugs:

Why can you see a family resemblance ? lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:48:52 PM: Reminiscent of MissD's expression of interest at one of my riveting stories over Sunday Lunch lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 21, 2009, 03:51:41 PM: lol: lol: lol:

That's sooooo not true..... whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:53:34 PM: angel1 I couldn't resist! lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 03:56:29 PM: Aboriginal Rain Symbol!

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Oh may the heavens open up.... scared2:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:57:58 PM: Australian Cricket has new website ...

www.w.w.w.w.w.w.w.w

heard on 5Live whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 04:00:14 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 03:57:58 PM
Australian Cricket has new website ...

www.w.w.w.w.w.w.w.w

heard on 5Live whistle:

evil: Oh bloody hell...this is awful...9 down now.

MD, please save me from this torture... cry:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 04:01:57 PM: happy001 happy001 happy001 happy001
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 04:02:14 PM: Rain?

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lol: lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 04:03:38 PM: We must not gloat. Another innings each to go ~ 3 more days. scared2:

But we are 189 ahead.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 04:06:53 PM: Snoops, that's why I'm enjoying it whilst I can... It could all go pear shaped come the morning noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 04:20:28 PM: Well that is it! All out for 160 and Freddy gets the final wicket.

England lead by 172
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 04:20:54 PM: Oh Yes.... cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 04:24:08 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 02:28:31 PM
Have you seen the dust on my keyboard - really it is quite terrible.

Should I use a cotton bud to clean it or those alcohol wipes.

Those wipes can really dry your skin though can't they

What about some tissue but then the bits fall off don't they

perhaps I should just shake it...but then that might break it...

oh the dilemma's I'm in lol: lol: lol:

OK, I've had enough of cricket... lol:

Use those wipes and then use a moisturizer...

Please come back...I need a shoulder to cry on... noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 04:27:40 PM: No chance, matey lol: How's Saturday morning down under then? ;)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 04:31:44 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 04:27:40 PM
No chance, matey lol: How's Saturday morning down under then? ;)

Everything is wonderful down under...just don't mention The Ashes... ;)

Anyway, its getting late...so Good night from me...and well done to the English Cricket Team... surrender:

Its been fun talking to you all.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 04:36:28 PM: Excellent! I'm due down that way next year; it'd be nice to wear an "Ashes holders" pin on my jacket lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 04:39:37 PM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 04:31:44 PM
Quote from: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 04:27:40 PM
No chance, matey lol: How's Saturday morning down under then? ;)

Everything is wonderful down under...just don't mention The Ashes... ;)

Anyway, its getting late...so Good night from me...and well done to the English Cricket Team... surrender:

Its been fun talking to you all.

Goodnight mate
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 04:43:42 PM: G'night, G'day ... whichever applies!

Right Snoops, time to put the pads on and knock 'em for six, eh? whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 04:46:32 PM: Absolutely!

Barmy Army, Barmy Army!Barmy Army, Barmy Army!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 04:56:04 PM: The fact that it's happening 5 mins drive from where I'm seated ... whistle:
When we won the trophy last time I happened to be in Tesco's carpark, just the other side of the Gas chambers... the roar of the crowd was amazing! lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 05:04:30 PM: Well ~ we in this country have far too little to celebrate sporting wise (or in any other direction at the moment) so I think we deserve this ~ even if the ethnic qualifications for playing for England are pretty thin.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 05:05:17 PM: From the BBC Sports site:

Quote
From Andrew, happy GP in Basingstoke, TMS inbox: "I've been updating my patients on the score as they have come in to see me - the Aussie collapse has cured more ailments today than any clever medicine I have offered!"

This is the stuff! happy088
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 05:19:55 PM: Bugger! Cooke is out again!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 05:22:37 PM: Hmm.... 27 for 1. Hang on in there lads... 8)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 05:24:21 PM: I reckon we need at least 200 to make sure of it. 250 would be better.
A lead in excess of 375 should be enough.

We are already 203 in front
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 05:31:52 PM: It's what, 6:30pm, an hour or an hour and a half to go? I'm in favour of the solid, steady nightwatchman approach... hold your nerve and only take them when they're given away. There's two days to seal this victory. whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 05:33:13 PM: I shall be pleased if Bell and Strauss are still there in the morning
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 05:34:32 PM: I am now not pleased ~ Bell caught for 4!

Only 206 in front. We need another 150 at least.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 05:35:57 PM: Fvck! cry:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 05:37:47 PM: As I thought... an hour to go max. Stay solid for Chrissake! evil:
Block and play the long game evil:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 05:46:00 PM: Oh Jeeeesus..... noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 05:46:38 PM: F*cking Collingwood!

39 for 3 and ten overs left tonight.

Time for a big last innings from Freddy!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 05:54:21 PM: Nine to go now ............ scared2:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 06:22:00 PM: Stumps!
230 in front with 7 wickets in hand!
And tomorrow we have to go through all this again.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 06:24:54 PM: noooo:

Tomorrow and Sunday.... I donna think she can tek it Cap'n! noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 21, 2009, 06:30:51 PM: I shall now go and watch the highlights on Channel 5 cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 21, 2009, 06:37:47 PM: Sanjay at the local says business at his other restaurant up the road is hectic, innit lol: He wanted to know to know the scores and everything... free beers on him if we win eeek:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 10:54:23 AM: Day 3 - England are 3/92... eeek: Lead is 264 runs...

Do I detect an Aussie fight back? whistle: fence:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 11:00:27 AM: point:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 22, 2009, 01:22:50 PM: scared2:

Now glued to the radio after being forced out for Saturday duties.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 02:55:21 PM: I too have had to go out ~ Just as Freddy came in ~ and I've just got back.

462 in front, a couple of wickets in hand and 7 sessions to the end of the match ~ It should be "in the bag" but ..... scared2:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 03:10:03 PM: Out here too; not the dreaded scared2: again? Are we in for another cliffhanger? rubschin:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 03:15:55 PM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 21, 2009, 04:24:08 PM
Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 21, 2009, 02:28:31 PM
Have you seen the dust on my keyboard - really it is quite terrible.

Should I use a cotton bud to clean it or those alcohol wipes.

Those wipes can really dry your skin though can't they

What about some tissue but then the bits fall off don't they

perhaps I should just shake it...but then that might break it...

oh the dilemma's I'm in lol: lol: lol:

OK, I've had enough of cricket... lol:

Use those wipes and then use a moisturizer...

Please come back...I need a shoulder to cry on... noooo:

My shoulder is here ....

I have travelled down to Somerset and been out all day. Just got back to my mum's house and my stepdad has the fffing cricket on ( really loud as well as he is hard of hearing) Banghead Banghead Banghead

Think I may need to start annoying him so that he will go and need a lie down and leave me able to hide the remote evil:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 22, 2009, 03:19:37 PM: It is starting to look likely.......

I know I shouldnt say it but............ I think.......... We just might............. scared2:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 03:20:53 PM: Win a battered old egg cup - Hoorah noooo: noooo: noooo: noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 03:22:46 PM: Swann played a blinder!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 22, 2009, 03:27:38 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 22, 2009, 03:20:53 PM
Win a battered old egg cup - Hoorah noooo: noooo: noooo: noooo:

A myth I beleive. The ashes refers to a newspaper article about the 'ashes of english cricket' etc. Or possibly summat else, no eggs involved anywho.

I bet that makes you feel better, as I'm sure the fact that Leicester are beating Barnsley at the game of football improves your life. ;D
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 03:31:22 PM: lol: lol: lol:

I feel so much better . I couldn't sleep last night worrying that Leicester might not put in their best performance and so early on in the season as well.

Knowing this now makes me feel incredibly drowsy lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 22, 2009, 03:36:40 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 22, 2009, 03:31:22 PM
lol: lol: lol:

I feel so much better . I couldn't sleep last night worrying that Leicester might not put in their best performance and so early on in the season as well.

Knowing this now makes me feel incredibly drowsy lol:

I am glad to be part of your Saturday afternoon de-stressing.

They are called 'The Tykes' by the way. Barnsley Football club that is. They are called 'Tykes' because they are all complete bastards I am told.

Though I may be being lied to in this matter.

Your eyelids are getting heavier............
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 03:44:37 PM: 527 in front now!

And all Yorkshire born people are called Tykes and are very proud of it. Barnsley being in Yorkshire it follows that they would be called "The Tykes". They claim it derives from Norse (The Language of the Vikings) but personally I think it comes from the terriers also known as Tykes. Thus speaks a man who was married to a girl from Yorkshire for 20 years.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
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Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 22, 2009, 03:53:39 PM: Maybe the terriers are named after Vikings innit?

Which came first? The terriers of the yorkshire person?

My eyes are getting heavier.......
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 22, 2009, 03:59:20 PM: England declare............. scared2:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 04:02:39 PM: Is it time for cream teas now then cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 04:04:06 PM: No Miss D ~ They had tea some time ago. Now it's a ten minute break to change over sides.

2 full days and some 20 overs tonight to go ~ we should p*ss it. scared2:

Go back to sleep dear ~ we'll call you when it's over.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:05:46 PM: Besides, it's wine o' clock innit? ;)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 04:07:44 PM: So my work here to annoy the botheration out of you guys will not be done for possibly another 2 days noooo:

It's a tough job but something I feel I have the appropriate skill set for whistle:

Now why on earth do they wear tank tops in cricket - this is a crucial question. Does this not impede the perspiration from drying off and increase the washing load - is it entirely necessary ?
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 04:09:20 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 22, 2009, 04:07:44 PM
So my work here to annoy the botheration out of you guys will not be done for possibly another 2 days noooo:

It's a tough job but something I feel I have the appropriate skill set for whistle:

Now why on earth do they wear tank tops in cricket - this is a crucial question. Does this not impede the perspiration from drying off and increase the washing load - is it entirely necessary ?

I shall not dignify that with a reply. ::)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:10:42 PM: I was wondering whether to rubschin:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 04:13:47 PM: Silence from the rear seats....oh well lol:

And why does the umpire have to wear a white overall .....he is important surely he shouldn't be dressed as a butcher or a porter for such an occassion .
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 04:16:03 PM: Pretend stupidity is neither funny nor clever. noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:16:17 PM: Australia could still win this...Only 546 to get...Australia are currently 0/6... whistle:

I'm not throwing in the towel just yet... lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 04:17:27 PM: You gotta have hope lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:18:05 PM: Towel? More like a beer mat ;)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:19:37 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 22, 2009, 04:17:27 PM
You gotta have hope lol:

Please stay close...because I may yet need your shoulder.... scared2:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:20:27 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:18:05 PM
Towel? More like a beer mat ;)

lol: That too!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 04:22:54 PM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:19:37 PM
Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 22, 2009, 04:17:27 PM
You gotta have hope lol:

Please stay close...because I may yet need your shoulder.... scared2:

Don't worry - I'm at my mother's in the middle of the sticks ..I'm going nowhere noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:25:59 PM: Come on, we need a wicket. All I'm hearing is athletics from Berlin evil:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:26:58 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 22, 2009, 04:22:54 PM
Quote from: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:19:37 PM
Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 22, 2009, 04:17:27 PM
You gotta have hope lol:

Please stay close...because I may yet need your shoulder.... scared2:

Don't worry - I'm at my mother's in the middle of the sticks ..I'm going nowhere noooo:

Oh c'mon...I know you are a closet cricket fan...that's why you're hanging out with us...

Ask your mother to turn the cricket on... lol:...since you have nothing better to do...
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:28:42 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:25:59 PM
Come on, we need a wicket. All I'm hearing is athletics from Berlin evil:

Australia 0/19.... whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 04:29:37 PM: My stepfather has it on ...REALLY LOUD because he is mutt and jeff cussing: cussing: cussing:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:32:00 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 22, 2009, 04:29:37 PM
My stepfather has it on ...REALLY LOUD because he is mutt and jeff cussing: cussing: cussing:

You did mention that... redface:

Your stepfather sounds like a good bloke...he has good taste in sport... 8)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 04:32:25 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:25:59 PM
Come on, we need a wicket. All I'm hearing is athletics from Berlin evil:

I'm listening to Five Live Extra via the interweb ~ uninterrupted coverage and the only way one can hear it in this part of the world if, like me, you are too mean to pay for Sky Sports.

Not really mean ~ more a matter of principle. Our national teams should not be on pay to view!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 04:33:07 PM: He is a life long Wolverhampton Wanderers supporter noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:34:50 PM: Quote from: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 04:32:25 PM
Quote from: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:25:59 PM
Come on, we need a wicket. All I'm hearing is athletics from Berlin evil:

I'm listening to Five Live Extra via the interweb ~ uninterrupted coverage and the only way one can hear it in this part of the world if, like me, you are too mean to pay for Sky Sports.

Not really mean ~ more a matter of principle. Our national teams should not be on pay to view!

I totally agree!

In Australia we are lucky in that the cricket is broadcast free to air...although it is only a matter of time before pay tv puts an end to that. evil:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 04:39:31 PM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:34:50 PM
Quote from: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 04:32:25 PM
Quote from: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:25:59 PM
Come on, we need a wicket. All I'm hearing is athletics from Berlin evil:

I'm listening to Five Live Extra via the interweb ~ uninterrupted coverage and the only way one can hear it in this part of the world if, like me, you are too mean to pay for Sky Sports.

Not really mean ~ more a matter of principle. Our national teams should not be on pay to view!

I totally agree!

In Australia we are lucky in that the cricket is broadcast free to air...although it is only a matter of time before pay tv puts an end to that. evil:

Oh we had an entire Government promising us that all games of "national" importance would be available to all free of charge ~ until that Australian b@st@rd Murdoch came along and greased their palms.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:52:42 PM: Quote from: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 04:39:31 PM
Quote from: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:34:50 PM
Quote from: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 04:32:25 PM
Quote from: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:25:59 PM
Come on, we need a wicket. All I'm hearing is athletics from Berlin evil:

I'm listening to Five Live Extra via the interweb ~ uninterrupted coverage and the only way one can hear it in this part of the world if, like me, you are too mean to pay for Sky Sports.

Not really mean ~ more a matter of principle. Our national teams should not be on pay to view!

I totally agree!

In Australia we are lucky in that the cricket is broadcast free to air...although it is only a matter of time before pay tv puts an end to that. evil:

Oh we had an entire Government promising us that all games of "national" importance would be available to all free of charge ~ until that Australian b@st@rd Murdoch came along and greased their palms.

The very same bastard that is destroying sport in Australia as well...I will never subscribe to pay tv as a matter of principle! evil:

Murdoch doesn't deserve my money... ::)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 22, 2009, 04:54:59 PM: Good night everyone.

I guess I better be off and get some sleep...

Australia is off to a good start....0/47 whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 22, 2009, 04:57:22 PM: Night night

it will all be over soon happy100
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 22, 2009, 04:58:10 PM: Night, mate!

FFS put Broad on again ....
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 22, 2009, 05:34:19 PM: Stumps with Australia on 80 for 0
They still need 466
2 days to go.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 23, 2009, 09:54:11 AM: So what time does the fun begin today ......I'll go out and fetch the beers whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 09:54:45 AM: Five minutes time ~ best run down to the offy now. whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 23, 2009, 10:03:47 AM: Beer in fridge, radio on. happy088
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 10:15:42 AM: drumroll: One down ~ 9 to go!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 10:19:17 AM: drumroll: And another one! ~ 8 left
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Uncle Mort on August 23, 2009, 10:22:25 AM: Cor! ~ that was quick.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 23, 2009, 10:23:45 AM: Great start. This could be over today.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Uncle Mort on August 23, 2009, 10:24:57 AM: Even I've put Radio 5 on now.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: The Moan Ranger on August 23, 2009, 10:35:09 AM: This rush to end the game does not help my Young's drinking as the real pub gives me 1 free pint for every five purchased AS LONG as they are playing.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Nick on August 23, 2009, 11:32:01 AM: Thus knocking you for 6?
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 11:32:16 AM: scared2: Australia off to a shaky start 2/145.

But, Ponting and Hussey are looking pretty solid. ;D
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 11:35:19 AM: Quote from: Nick on August 23, 2009, 11:32:01 AM
Thus knocking you for 6?

Whenever I read your posts, for some reason I hear the voice of Mr Ed....I have no idea why.... lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 11:39:20 AM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 11:35:19 AM
Quote from: Nick on August 23, 2009, 11:32:01 AM
Thus knocking you for 6?

Whenever I read your posts, for some reason I hear the voice of Mr Ed....I have no idea why.... lol:

Does Mr Ed talk out of his arse as well?
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 23, 2009, 11:42:56 AM: Mr Ed was always fooking up his online shopping n'all. Little known fact that. noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 11:45:17 AM: Quote from: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 11:39:20 AM
Quote from: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 11:35:19 AM
Quote from: Nick on August 23, 2009, 11:32:01 AM
Thus knocking you for 6?

Whenever I read your posts, for some reason I hear the voice of Mr Ed....I have no idea why.... lol:

Does Mr Ed talk out of his arse as well?

happy001

Know not at all (I can see where you're taking this ;))... Mr Ed and Nick don't talk out of their arse... lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 23, 2009, 01:35:20 PM: Bye bye Ponting. ;D
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 01:35:27 PM: Ponting run out by Flintoff! point:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 01:41:33 PM: Another one gone point:

Clarke run out for 0
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: TG on August 23, 2009, 01:42:27 PM: Batting collapse immenent. point:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 02:14:31 PM: North Stumped lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 02:32:50 PM: Hello from the Oval lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 02:43:27 PM: Time for T. Will it be all over today? rubschin:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 02:43:51 PM: Bastardo cussing:

I just knew you would be there when you've been quiet all day
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 02:46:38 PM: Don't worry, I'm not actually in the ground, just about a mile away redface:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 02:53:20 PM: evil: evil: evil:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 03:00:47 PM: Ok, we're back. Come on chaps!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 03:37:53 PM: Dropped .... ::)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 04:09:14 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 03:37:53 PM
Dropped .... ::)

point:

Hussey is looking good. If he gets a double, well then Australia just might.... scared2:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 04:12:12 PM: Oh Fcuk! evil:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:12:31 PM: point: point: point:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:12:49 PM: Oh Yes! cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 04:13:09 PM: evil:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 04:15:07 PM: Our hopes still lie with Hussey.. scared2:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:19:39 PM: drumroll:

327 for 7

Johnson out for 0
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:19:48 PM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 04:15:07 PM
Our hopes still lie with Hussey.. scared2:
point: point: point:

He is running out of partners! lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:19:55 PM: YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:20:53 PM: 327 for 7 ..... point:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:21:39 PM: Bugger ~ last bottle of Budweiser is now empty!

I shall have to sack the kitchen staff. evil:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:22:05 PM: I'm not allowed in here really... redface:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:22:43 PM: I was wondering.... whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:23:14 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:22:43 PM
I was wondering.... whistle:
It is a special occasion tho... and I have a fridge full of beer.... cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:25:30 PM: Well, I shall leave it to your fellow Mods ... whistle:

Cheers, btw ;)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:27:24 PM: He'sh my beshtesht friend he ish!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:27:31 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:25:30 PM
Well, I shall leave it to your fellow Mods ... whistle:

Cheers, btw ;)
Cheers! (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.freesmileys.org%2Fsmileys%2Fsmiley-eatdrink009.gif&hash=95b14be946c44a5082357f9149006a40384e87fa) (http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys.php)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:30:59 PM: It's 5:30. How long have we got tonight?
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:32:03 PM: Another 12 overs or so but it can go on for a further 30 minutes if the Umpires think that a result will be obtained.

I fancy a (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.freesmileys.org%2Fsmileys%2Fsmiley-eatdrink056.gif&hash=f31ab1139d102405d9b69b205913316053f73967) right now.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:34:45 PM: Quote from: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:32:03 PM
Another 12 overs or so but it can go on for a further 30 minutes if the Umpires think that a result will be obtained.

I fancy a (https://www.virtual-pub.com/SMF/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.freesmileys.org%2Fsmileys%2Fsmiley-eatdrink056.gif&hash=f31ab1139d102405d9b69b205913316053f73967) right now.
A proper kebab... cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:35:34 PM: 8 - 343 cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:36:09 PM: Siddle out for 10

343 for 8

The Ashes are coming home!

11 overs to go + the extra half hour.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:36:20 PM: Yay!!!!!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:37:42 PM: 9 343 Quack! cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:37:57 PM: And another!

343 for 9 drumroll: drumroll: drumroll: drumroll: drumroll:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:38:07 PM: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96-zW2c8H2o

whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:38:41 PM: cloud9: cloud9: cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 04:39:43 PM: sad32:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 04:40:42 PM: I wicket remaining and only 203 to get.... lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:40:49 PM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 04:39:43 PM
sad32:
point:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:44:24 PM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 04:39:43 PM
sad32:

happy100

Never mind, excellent opening thread... shutup:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:49:15 PM: Woo Hoo! cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:49:26 PM: lol: lol: lol: lol:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXZy34K2btU&feature
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:49:47 PM: That's it !!!!!

The Ashes are ours once again! cloud9:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:51:54 PM: Quote from: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 04:39:43 PM
sad32:
happy100

point:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:54:31 PM: Beats Kite Flying with Mrs Nick anyday!
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:55:14 PM: Quote from: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:54:31 PM
Beats Kite Flying with Mrs Nick anyday!
Beats anything with Mrs. Nick... whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:56:43 PM: Quote from: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:55:14 PM
Quote from: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 04:54:31 PM
Beats Kite Flying with Mrs Nick anyday!
Beats anything with Mrs. Nick... whistle:

It's not really true that Nick only looks at her via a polished shield. whistle: whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:57:24 PM: Thank fvck I didn't buy a ticket for tomorrow happy001
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 04:59:08 PM: Quote from: Pastis on August 23, 2009, 04:57:24 PM
Thank fvck I didn't buy a ticket for tomorrow happy001
lol: lol: lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 23, 2009, 04:59:34 PM: My shoulder is here whistle:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 05:02:32 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 23, 2009, 04:59:34 PM
My shoulder is here whistle:
Mr. Ponting will be along shortly... lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 05:35:19 PM: Congratulations to England... lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Paphitis on August 23, 2009, 05:36:09 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 23, 2009, 04:59:34 PM
My shoulder is here whistle:

cry:

I knew I can count on you MD...You are sweet!

BTW...England deserved to win...and this loss might be exactly what Australia needs... ;)

I believe congratulations are in order... ;D
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 23, 2009, 05:44:03 PM: There , there , there - the nasty men in white have all gone away now lol:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Uncle Mort on August 23, 2009, 05:50:31 PM: who? the umpires?
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 05:50:55 PM: Oh no they haven't ~ we have 7 one day matches twixt England and Australia coming up next. eveilgrin:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 23, 2009, 05:51:33 PM: eeek: eeek: eeek: eeek: eeek: eeek:

sad24:

I'll go and get more beers noooo:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 05:53:24 PM: Don't worry ~ one day cricket is OK but it does not excite the passions that the Ashes Test Matches bring out.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 23, 2009, 05:55:46 PM: And what about 20 20 cricket ...is that when no one can be arsed Shrugs:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Snoopy on August 23, 2009, 06:02:29 PM: Not my favourite I have to say.
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 06:34:28 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 23, 2009, 05:55:46 PM
And what about 20 20 cricket ...is that when no one can be arsed Shrugs:
Twenty20... ::)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 23, 2009, 06:54:52 PM: Sorry ...the leading sports writer of this century chooses to correct me eveilgrin:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Barman on August 23, 2009, 06:55:23 PM: Quote from: Miss Demeanor on August 23, 2009, 06:54:52 PM
Sorry ...the leading sports writer of this century chooses to correct me eveilgrin:
redface:
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Uncle Mort on August 24, 2009, 03:14:33 PM: http://www.thedailymash.co.uk/sport/sport-headlines/england-slightly-less-appalling-than-australia-200908242003/ (http://www.thedailymash.co.uk/sport/sport-headlines/england-slightly-less-appalling-than-australia-200908242003/)
Title: Re: Ashes Decider
Post by: Miss Demeanour on August 25, 2009, 07:44:47 AM: Does one match make a man ??????

What is all this nonsense and poppycock about Mr Flintoff requiring a knighthood eeek:

Was this not the same man that in the last few years has disgraced himself with his drinking antics whilst representing his country abroad noooo:

And what about the other 10 members of the team or do they not count !!!!!