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Steve Smith Turns On The Tears

Posted on 29/03/2018 by FordingtonField

Sorry but we have no sympathy for him. He didn’t have to cheat. He didn’t need to join in with Warner to cheat and to ‘persuade’ the new-boy Bancroft to be the patsy. Are the tears because he is sorry … Continue reading →

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England v New Zealand – A Reminder

Posted on 20/03/2018 by FordingtonField

Don’t forget that you might have to stay up late from Thursday for the next couple of weeks.

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Ben Stokes Questioned By The Police

Posted on 28/09/2017 by FordingtonField

He and Alex Hales will not be considered for any international cricket by England until further notice. Stokes, 26, was arrested on suspicion of causing actual bodily harm and was then released without charge but remains under investigation. Video footage … Continue reading →

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Bank Holiday Monday

Posted on 28/08/2017 by FordingtonField

The holiday is nearly over but what a day the England cricket team had today. From being nearly down and out they look like the most likely to win the match now if it is not a draw.

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England March On As Alastair Cook Shows Everybody Else How ‘Easy’ It Is

Posted on 18/08/2017 by FordingtonField

The West Indies look a mere shadow of the sides some of us remember. It doesn’t help that some of their real stars only play T20 these days as they tour the world making pots of money. They are trying … Continue reading →

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England Cricket Team Take The Tube To The Test With South Africa

Posted on 29/07/2017 by FordingtonField

Great to see the England cricket team taking the tube today like the rest of us would do. Not hidden away on a private coach but just getting on with it along with the fans. Wonderful to see the captain, … Continue reading →

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World Cup Cricket: England Beat India In A 9 Run Thriller At Lord’s

Posted on 23/07/2017 by FordingtonField

England managed a stunning fightback to beat India by just 9 runs to win the World Cup at an ecstatic Lord’s. England set a target of 229 and India looked set fair at 191 for 3. Then Shrubsole took control … Continue reading →

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England v South Africa: Dawid Malan 78 Wins T20 Series

Posted on 25/06/2017 by FordingtonField

It was all change in the England dugout and a few of those who had paid good money for a ticket might have wondered who they were watching. They did come good in the end though.

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The MCC Look To Bring Cricket Up To Date With Major Law Changes

Posted on 11/04/2017 by FordingtonField

We might yet see the Red Card appear on a cricket pitch somewhere as umpires are given the power to send players off. They can be dismissed for poor on-field behaviour. That might see an end to all that ridiculous … Continue reading →

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India Provide England With A Masterclass

Posted on 29/11/2016 by FordingtonField

Having scored 417 in their first innings, India required just 104 to win the third test and take a 2-0 lead in the series. Joe Root and Haseeb Hameed put up some resistance scoring 78 and 59, respectfully, but it … Continue reading →

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