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Ashes 2009 bulletin - Paul Collingwood fails once again
Paul Collingwood, England's middle order batsmen has been struggling, since the first test match. Paul Collingwood plays a vital role in England's fragile middle order and with the absence of kevin peterson in the line up, he needs to stand up and take the responsibility, which he has failed to do. Apart from the match saving innings of 74 in the second innings of the first match and a 64 in the first innings, Collingwood has been struggling for form in the middle. He once again failed to make an impression at oval, getting out after making a scratchy 24 to Peter Siddle. Collinwood was caught at Gully by Hussey, Australia bowled with a plan to Collingwood targeting his offside. He looked scratchy and out of sorts from the start of his innings and was poking his bat at anything offside.Ashes 2009 bulletin
After Englands disastrous batting performance at Leeds, they would like to redeem themselves by putting a better batting performance. Ravi Bopara batting in the crucial no.3 did not provide the innings that is expected from him, following his poor performance he has been replaced by Jonathan Trott. With Flintoff back in the England line up, we can expect a better allround performance from England. It is also time Paul Collingwood comes into the party and scores some runs.
England won the toss and elected to bat first, England the lost the early wicket of Cook when the score was 12. Ian bell joined Strauss, the pair looked scratchy and England end the first session at 108/1. Soon after resuming Strauss was picked up by Hilfenhaus at 55. Considering their earlier performance England will be quite happy with their batting performance till now.
England 1 Andrew Strauss (C), 2 Alastair Cook, 3 Ian Bell, 4 Paul Collingwood, 5 Jonathan Trott, 6 Matt Prior (wk), 7 Andrew Flintoff, 8 Stuart Broad, 9 Graeme Swann, 10 Steve Harmison, 11 James Anderson.
Australia 1 Shane Watson, 2 Simon Katich, 3 Ricky Ponting (capt), 4 Michael Clarke, 5 Mike Hussey, 6 Marcus North, 7 Brad Haddin (wk), 8 Mitchell Johnson, 9 Peter Siddle, 10 Ben Hilfenhaus, 11 Stuart Clark.
Australia 1 Shane Watson, 2 Simon Katich, 3 Ricky Ponting (capt), 4 Michael Clarke, 5 Mike Hussey, 6 Marcus North, 7 Brad Haddin (wk), 8 Mitchell Johnson, 9 Peter Siddle, 10 Ben Hilfenhaus, 11 Stuart Clark.
Miller rules out Trescothick for final test - Ashes 2009 news
After losing the 4th test by an innings and 80 runs, England have Little option but to win the final test to win Ashes. England batting is in deep trouble, with the middle order completely out of form. It will be interesting to see which England team turns out for the final test.Trescothicks name is doing rounds, as the selectors sit to pickup the team for the 5th and final test.England national selector Geoff Miller insists he won't ask Somerset batsman Marcus Trescothick to come out of international retirement for the deciding match of the Ashes series.
England have been struggling for runs, leading to suggestions that Trescothick could be tempted back for one match.He has been in superb form for Somerset since retiring from England duty due to a stress-related illness and the opening batsman had admitted that he would listen if England approached about a return for next week's Test at The Oval.
But Miller on Wednesday ruled out that option, insisting that he will not try to change the 33-year-old's mind.
"Marcus has many times said he's retired from international cricket, and until I hear contrary to that, he will not be a part of the selection process," Miller told Cricinfo.
"He knows where he is, he's really comfortable and playing really, really well, but he's retired from Test cricket so he's not a part of our thoughts at this moment in time."
But Miller admitted the selectors will consider 39-year-old Mark Ramprakash when they sit down to discuss the squad for the Ashes decider at The Oval.
"Mark has not stated he's not available for international cricket, so we will discuss that," Miller said.
"It's not just my decision, it's a team decision, and we'll sit down as a unit. We have a consistency and continuity angle as far as selection policy is concerned and we try to stick to that as much as possible.
"But we do want to win this series, which is a matter of winning this game in a one-match situation, so it's a very difficult equation.
England have been struggling for runs, leading to suggestions that Trescothick could be tempted back for one match.He has been in superb form for Somerset since retiring from England duty due to a stress-related illness and the opening batsman had admitted that he would listen if England approached about a return for next week's Test at The Oval.
But Miller on Wednesday ruled out that option, insisting that he will not try to change the 33-year-old's mind.
"Marcus has many times said he's retired from international cricket, and until I hear contrary to that, he will not be a part of the selection process," Miller told Cricinfo.
"He knows where he is, he's really comfortable and playing really, really well, but he's retired from Test cricket so he's not a part of our thoughts at this moment in time."
But Miller admitted the selectors will consider 39-year-old Mark Ramprakash when they sit down to discuss the squad for the Ashes decider at The Oval.
"Mark has not stated he's not available for international cricket, so we will discuss that," Miller said.
"It's not just my decision, it's a team decision, and we'll sit down as a unit. We have a consistency and continuity angle as far as selection policy is concerned and we try to stick to that as much as possible.
"But we do want to win this series, which is a matter of winning this game in a one-match situation, so it's a very difficult equation.
Ashes 2009 third test day 1 highlights
In the rain battered first day of the third test, almost 6 hours of play was lost and only 26 overs were bowled. Watson replaced Huges for the opening slot and looked impressive, eventhough he started sedately, once he settled in started to play his cuts & pulls. On the other side Kaitch looked positive and went on to score 46 before falling to Swann. Australia would like to continue the same way on the second day too.
Watch the Highlights of the First day here:
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The ashes 2009 - Finally the match has started in third ashes test
After more than 6 hours of delay due to rain the match has finally started. Ricky ponting won the toss and elected to bat first. As expected Shane Watson replaced Huges in the playing XI, who came opening with Simon Katich. There has been no changes in the XI, apart from Watson but the shocker for Australia has been late injury of Haddin, who is suspected to have a broken finger. Graham Manou replaces Haddin in his debut. Haddin's injury comes has a severe blow, as he was in great touch with the bat, and leading run scorer in the series.
England playing XI too had no surprises, with Ian Bell replacing injured Kevin Peterson.
Australia playing XI:
RT Ponting*, MEK Hussey, MJ Clarke, MJ North, GA Manou†, MG Johnson, BW Hilfenhaus, PM Siddle,NM Hauritz
England playing XI:
AJ Strauss(c), AN Cook, RS Bopara, IR Bell, PD Collingwood, MJ Prior(wk), A Flintoff, SCJ Broad, GP Swann, JM Anderson, Graham Onions
The ashes 2009 -What are Australia's bowling options before the third test
With the competition entering an interesting phase, both the captain has to be on their toes to win the remaining matches.
Australia has been struggling with their bowling in this series, with Ricky ponting's men losing an Ashes test at Lord's after 75 years and the Australian media reasoning the defeat to 'collective failure', Aus. has more things to worry, but their bowling looks to be in deep trouble.
Australia has been struggling with their bowling in this series, with Ricky ponting's men losing an Ashes test at Lord's after 75 years and the Australian media reasoning the defeat to 'collective failure', Aus. has more things to worry, but their bowling looks to be in deep trouble.
In troubled waters:
Brett Lee, Australia's premiere fast bowler, suffering from a side strain has been ruled out of the third test, leaving a severe blow to the bowling lineup. Brett Lee with his pace and bounce can take wicket in any type of pitch, also his presence in the middle would make the Aussie bowling look more formidable.
Johnson has been the biggest flop for the Aussies in this series. In the absence of Brett Lee, he was touted has the spearhead for the bowling attack but has done very little to live upto that expectation. His lackluster performance has cost Australia in both matches, failing to take the early breakthroughs. Lot of other stuff going around him is not helping him either, troubled relationship with his mother and so on. He has to put all things behind and concentrate on the job at hand, if Aus. need to make a comeback in the series.
On the Border:
Nathan Hauritz and Peter Siddle have not been outstanding but have done their job they were trusted with. Hauritz was impressive in the first test taking 6 wickets, but was not effective in Lord's, taking just 3 wickets in Eng. second innings, when the batsmen where trying to make some quick runs. Peter siddle went about his job of finishing his quota of overs without troubling the batsmen. With front line bowlers struggling, it is time for these two to raise their game to help Aus. square the series.
Brighter side:
Ben Hilfenhaus surprisingly was the most impressive of the lot, trying to swing the ball and looking like taking wicket. He looked impressive at Lord's too, taking 4 wickets on the first day on a flat pitch. His performance comes as a pleasant surprise, when others are struggling to make a mark. Much was not talked about him before the series, he was expected to fill up the overs and work as a support bowler, he turned to be the best one for Australia for the first two tests. For Edgbaston, he needs to continue the same form and take the responsibility with Johnson not at his best.
Options:
With an unimpressive performance by his men , Ricky Ponting is under pressure to make changes especially in the bowling line up, what options he has infront of him & do they have the potential to turn things around for Aus., only time will tell.
Stuart Clark, present in Aussie squad, is a tall fast bowler who could be useful in the docile Edgbaston pitch by generating bounce with his height. He is Mcgrath type, bowls line and length and leaves the rest to the ball & pitch. Making his case easier is the performance of Johnson, who is struggling visibly with his bowling. He is a strong possibility for the third test.
Shane Watson, all-rounder could also find himself in the team in place of Hughes, who is struggling at the opening slot and Aus. having a weak bowling, could double up has a bowler. We may even both the changes happening for the third test, scheduled to be started on 30th July.
Brett Lee, Australia's premiere fast bowler, suffering from a side strain has been ruled out of the third test, leaving a severe blow to the bowling lineup. Brett Lee with his pace and bounce can take wicket in any type of pitch, also his presence in the middle would make the Aussie bowling look more formidable.
Johnson has been the biggest flop for the Aussies in this series. In the absence of Brett Lee, he was touted has the spearhead for the bowling attack but has done very little to live upto that expectation. His lackluster performance has cost Australia in both matches, failing to take the early breakthroughs. Lot of other stuff going around him is not helping him either, troubled relationship with his mother and so on. He has to put all things behind and concentrate on the job at hand, if Aus. need to make a comeback in the series.
On the Border:
Nathan Hauritz and Peter Siddle have not been outstanding but have done their job they were trusted with. Hauritz was impressive in the first test taking 6 wickets, but was not effective in Lord's, taking just 3 wickets in Eng. second innings, when the batsmen where trying to make some quick runs. Peter siddle went about his job of finishing his quota of overs without troubling the batsmen. With front line bowlers struggling, it is time for these two to raise their game to help Aus. square the series.
Brighter side:
Ben Hilfenhaus surprisingly was the most impressive of the lot, trying to swing the ball and looking like taking wicket. He looked impressive at Lord's too, taking 4 wickets on the first day on a flat pitch. His performance comes as a pleasant surprise, when others are struggling to make a mark. Much was not talked about him before the series, he was expected to fill up the overs and work as a support bowler, he turned to be the best one for Australia for the first two tests. For Edgbaston, he needs to continue the same form and take the responsibility with Johnson not at his best.
Options:With an unimpressive performance by his men , Ricky Ponting is under pressure to make changes especially in the bowling line up, what options he has infront of him & do they have the potential to turn things around for Aus., only time will tell.
Stuart Clark, present in Aussie squad, is a tall fast bowler who could be useful in the docile Edgbaston pitch by generating bounce with his height. He is Mcgrath type, bowls line and length and leaves the rest to the ball & pitch. Making his case easier is the performance of Johnson, who is struggling visibly with his bowling. He is a strong possibility for the third test.
Shane Watson, all-rounder could also find himself in the team in place of Hughes, who is struggling at the opening slot and Aus. having a weak bowling, could double up has a bowler. We may even both the changes happening for the third test, scheduled to be started on 30th July.
England squad for third test announced - THe Ashes 2009 update
England has announced their 13 member squad for the third test which starts on 30th july. Following Achilles injury kevin pieterson has been replaced by Ian bell, who is expected to play in the 3rd test. Despite Andrew Flintoffs concern over his fitness, has been named in the 13 member squad along with Harmison who will play in the third test if Flintoff is unfit.
13 member squad:
J Strauss (capt), AN Cook, RS Bopara, PD Collingwood , MJ Prior (wkt), A Flintoff, SCJ Broad, GP Swann, JM Anderson, MS Panesar, IR Bell, G Onions, SJ Harmison
Doubtful Brett Lee ruled out of Edgbaston test - Ashes 2009 update
Australian bowler Brett Lee, 32, who was suffering from side strain was ruled out of the third test after the bowler failed to pass the fitness test.
Vice captain Micheal Clarke confirmed today, that Lee will not recover in time for the third test.
Clarke said:
I don’t think that Brett is going to be right for Thursday. He only bowled off three or four steps today in the net.
He is doing plenty of fitness work and is working very hard to get himself right.
I am not sure exactly how far away he is but I think he is out of contention for Thursday.
Clarke also expressed his surprise about the Edgbaston wicket being dry and he feels spinners would play a major part in the third test.
Ponting surprised over the heckling at Lord's - Ashes 2009 news
Ponting expressed his surprise over the heckling he received from the Lord's crowd during the second ashes test. Ponting was continuously booed at the home of cricket after he queried the umpires decision to refer the catch to taken by Andrew Strauss.
Ponting wrote in daily telegraph:
I'm not sure why I was so much the bad guy with the fans," Ponting wrote in the
Daily Telegraph.
Lord's is the one place around England where you don't expect to get heckled. You tend to get a more subdued, cricket-loving crowd and one that's more focused on what's happening in the game.
But I guess any Australian captain is going to cop it over here. Some people have said it's because I'm the last one out of that group of players who had a lot of success
in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Perhaps it's just payback time.
Ponting has more things to worry about than getting booed by the crowd, they need to lift their game if they want to make any impression in the coming tests.
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