That was a landmark team which had a huge impact on cricket. I think they showed the world how important fielding and athleticism on the field was. Every country after that paid more attention to the fielding.
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That was a landmark team which had a huge impact on cricket. I think they showed the world how important fielding and athleticism on the field was. Every country after that paid more attention to the fielding.
Yep - That was a complete performance. Nice to see Roy playing with utter confidence.
If the Indians don't get Chris Gayle out tomorrow, they'll lose.
I have a hunch that England will be playing West Indies in the final.
In that case we would need to get Chris Gayle out, which we failed to do in the group stage.
I gather that the Calcutta wicket is different from the other Indian wickets England have played on so far.
I have a hunch that England will be playing West Indies in the final.
In that case we would need to get Chris Gayle out, which we failed to do in the group stage.
I gather that the Calcutta wicket is different from the other Indian wickets England have played on so far.
Problem is there is just so much money to be made from 20 / 20 cricket, far more than can be earned in test cricket, not just at international level either, at club level, whilst that is the case 20 / 20 cricket will continue to grow and Test cricket will fall by the way side..
For those reasons, the likes of India, West indies, Pakistan and South Africa couldn't give a stuff about Test Cricket.. Unless something changes within the ICC like you say, that will continue to be the case..
Really? I'm biased, but I always thought it was more Jonty that showed how 'great fielders' can change games constantly. Man that run out ... I'll never forget it.
Compelling stuff for sure!
Glad WI won as the pitch for the final will likely be a fair T20 wicket whereas had India got there I reckon the groundsman wouldv'e produced a a slow, spin friendly surface to try and give India as much of an advantage as possible.
Thing is it's a bit of a myth that the Indians are masters at batting spin. Look what NZ did to them for example.
I agree...my comment was more based on them setting the pitch up to aid their bowlers and possibly reduce the effectiveness of the England Batsman as while England have been very good for the most part of this WT20 the problems against spin have surfaced from time to time
Ah gotcha. Agreed we do get our knickers in a twist sometimes against spin. It was fun seeing India hoist by their own petard on that Nagpur pitch though!
the good thing going for t20 is that it can set itself up for grandstand finish like this.
I think the 50 over version of the game should be put to bed....it is useless.
t20 and tests should be the way to go. That means it will free up the schedule enough to think about a Test worldcup.
I think the 50 over version of the game should be put to bed....it is useless.
t20 and tests should be the way to go. That means it will free up the schedule enough to think about a Test worldcup.
Well done WI, got out of jail there - aided by the most brainless four balls you could wish to see. What was the thinking there? have they not watched him in previous games?
Been a brilliant tournament with some great games, shame it is not on terrestial telly over here because the game has the potential to have the audience gripped.
Been a brilliant tournament with some great games, shame it is not on terrestial telly over here because the game has the potential to have the audience gripped.
Yes terrible news, I really thought he would embed himself into the team this year which he has worked so hard to do, absolutely gutting for him.
Nice article sums it up
This is so sad. James Taylor, one of the best young batsmen in England (in all formats), has been forced to retire at just 26 years of age. He missed Notts’ recent game against MCCU with what doctors initially thought was a virus, but tests have revealed a much more sinister problem.
Unfortunately, James is suffering from ARVC, the heart condition that forced former Bolton footballer Fabrice Muamba to retire in 2012. Muamba suffered a shocking heart attack in a televised match against Spurs. Muamba’s heart stopped for a 78 minutes so he was lucky to escape with his life. That’s how serious this is. According to reports, James will have a major operation asap – presumably to stop a similar thing happening to him.
I’m no doctor, but a quick glance at the British Heart Foundation website reveals that ARVC is an inherited condition that affects muscle cells in the heart. Changes to the heart muscle means the walls of the ventricle become thin and stretched. The end result is that your heart can’t function properly. This leads to abnormal heart rhythms, breathlessness and risk of sudden death during exercise.
Although James’ operation is obviously needed, he won’t be able to resume his cricket career afterwards because ARVC cannot be ‘cured’. It’s something that will need careful ongoing management. The good news is that most people who receive treatment for the condition are able to live relatively normal lives. It’s also good news that James has been diagnosed before he suffered a very public incident like Muamba.
Obviously James’ health is by far the most important thing at the moment, but one can’t help but wonder how this will affect England’s middle-order in tests, ODIs and T20 cricket? There is now a vacancy at 5 in the test team, and I imagine Taylor would’ve played a substantial role in the limited overs sides too in the coming years. This is quite a major blow to England’s planning. Who do you think will replace him?
In the meantime, we all wish James and his family the very best. At least he seems to be thinking positively and still has a sense of humour about the challenges facing him:
Although James couldn’t resist a self-deprecating nod to his height, I’ve vowed to lay off the Barry Manilow gags for a while. The sad thing, of course, is that Taylor’s career ultimately proved to be the shortest thing of all. He could’ve become a real cult hero of English cricket. Just look at his stats …
James Taylor Career Stats
Tests 7 matches. 312 runs. Average 26
ODIs 27 games 887 runs. Average 42
1st Class: 139 games. 9306 runs. Average 46
List A: 136 games. 5365 runs. Average 53
T20s: 91 games. 1972 runs. Average 35
I think these figures show what a good player he is. Who knows what he could’ve become. Best of luck for the future, James. Take care. You’ll be missed.
This is so sad. James Taylor, one of the best young batsmen in England (in all formats), has been forced to retire at just 26 years of age. He missed Notts’ recent game against MCCU with what doctors initially thought was a virus, but tests have revealed a much more sinister problem.
Unfortunately, James is suffering from ARVC, the heart condition that forced former Bolton footballer Fabrice Muamba to retire in 2012. Muamba suffered a shocking heart attack in a televised match against Spurs. Muamba’s heart stopped for a 78 minutes so he was lucky to escape with his life. That’s how serious this is. According to reports, James will have a major operation asap – presumably to stop a similar thing happening to him.
I’m no doctor, but a quick glance at the British Heart Foundation website reveals that ARVC is an inherited condition that affects muscle cells in the heart. Changes to the heart muscle means the walls of the ventricle become thin and stretched. The end result is that your heart can’t function properly. This leads to abnormal heart rhythms, breathlessness and risk of sudden death during exercise.
Although James’ operation is obviously needed, he won’t be able to resume his cricket career afterwards because ARVC cannot be ‘cured’. It’s something that will need careful ongoing management. The good news is that most people who receive treatment for the condition are able to live relatively normal lives. It’s also good news that James has been diagnosed before he suffered a very public incident like Muamba.
Obviously James’ health is by far the most important thing at the moment, but one can’t help but wonder how this will affect England’s middle-order in tests, ODIs and T20 cricket? There is now a vacancy at 5 in the test team, and I imagine Taylor would’ve played a substantial role in the limited overs sides too in the coming years. This is quite a major blow to England’s planning. Who do you think will replace him?
In the meantime, we all wish James and his family the very best. At least he seems to be thinking positively and still has a sense of humour about the challenges facing him:
Although James couldn’t resist a self-deprecating nod to his height, I’ve vowed to lay off the Barry Manilow gags for a while. The sad thing, of course, is that Taylor’s career ultimately proved to be the shortest thing of all. He could’ve become a real cult hero of English cricket. Just look at his stats …
James Taylor Career Stats
Tests 7 matches. 312 runs. Average 26
ODIs 27 games 887 runs. Average 42
1st Class: 139 games. 9306 runs. Average 46
List A: 136 games. 5365 runs. Average 53
T20s: 91 games. 1972 runs. Average 35
I think these figures show what a good player he is. Who knows what he could’ve become. Best of luck for the future, James. Take care. You’ll be missed.
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