Brainfade Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 So, the first two matches were not for reals? Isn't this supposed to be done before the series starts by coaches analyzing conditions, making adjustments, telling the batsmen what the adjustments are, and using practice matches and nets to practice the amended techniques? I haven't played a ball of truly competitive cricket so I am always going to be cautious about criticising the professionals, but some things seem obviously wrong. Am I totally off here? Forever Indian, Switchblade and raki05 1 2 Link to comment
Brainfade Posted August 18, 2018 Author Share Posted August 18, 2018 Dreaded double post. Mods, please delete. Thanks. Link to comment
Trichromatic Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 Shikhar Dhawan played way back and late than he did in first inning and although there was lot of swing, he looked comfortable. They showed point of impact for him this inning and it was mostly near crease. Earlier his impact was much ahead of crease. Kohli is standing outside the crease to negate the swing. Conditions were easy in 2nd session. Important part was that all batsmen were clear about their strokeplay. Rahane was clumsy for first 25-30 runs, but didn't stop going for strokes and probably that's what helped him. First session was no different from conditions of first test. It almost seems like first 2 tests were practice matches for these guys and they have adjusted now. Link to comment
gattaca Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 (edited) Job safety. Just say fancy words in media and claim success. Edited August 19, 2018 by gattaca Adi BB, beetle, asterix and 1 other 1 3 Link to comment
gattaca Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 3 minutes ago, Trichromatic said: Shikhar Dhawan played way back and late than he did in first inning and although there was lot of swing, he looked comfortable. They showed point of impact for him this inning and it was mostly near crease. Earlier his impact was much ahead of crease. Kohli is standing outside the crease to negate the swing. Conditions were easy in 2nd session. Important part was that all batsmen were clear about their strokeplay. Rahane was clumsy for first 25-30 runs, but didn't stop going for strokes and probably that's what helped him. First session was no different from conditions of first test. It almost seems like first 2 tests were practice matches for these guys and they have adjusted now. This is the problem they are here for multiple weeks. Murali Vijay played A tour as well. We are almost midway through series and they are finding these adjustments now really ? express bowling 1 Link to comment
wanted_desi Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 6 minutes ago, gattaca said: Job safety. Just say fancy words in media and claim success. This. I hope he still gets a kick. Link to comment
Vilander Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 Trying to keep his job. They played one proper test ao they have sorted their bat speeds and temperment. They needed 2 or 3 practice games. Adi BB 1 Link to comment
sourab10forever Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 (edited) Good that they made technical changes. Now need to make tactical changes and throw their batting coach out. Edited August 19, 2018 by sourab10forever LordPrabhzy, Clarke, Trichromatic and 3 others 1 5 Link to comment
R!TTER Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 Wah ab ye c___ shekhi bagaar ne aa gaya, baki 5 tests me kaha chupa tha Turning_track 1 Link to comment
gattaca Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 The thing worked in India favour is lack pace on the wicket. It will speed up tomorrow if can get close to 400 and our bowlers have a go may be we have chance. Link to comment
vvvslaxman Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 Brough more sun , dry pitch? lol Link to comment
vvvslaxman Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 You don't change dramatically. Many of these guys are on their second or third tour. Link to comment
Adi BB Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 Bangar has sensed the perfect opportunity to brag this achievement because he probably knows our batters won't be able to apply themselves like this again. Loha garam hai hathoda maardo asterix, Gollum, sensible-indian and 4 others 1 1 5 Link to comment
express bowling Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 Kohli was succeeding earlier too. In this innings, only Rahane has crossed 35 among the other top 6 batters. So, 4 of the other top 5 batters getting out within 35 is considered success now ? Link to comment
Nikola Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 Nah not much was changed. Team would have been out under 200 if conditions were more cloudy or pitch was green. Don't forget England is yet to bat on this pitch and we don't know how much they can score here. Link to comment
Turning_track Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 Before this test, it was all mental according to our management. Now after the end of 1st day as we have crossed 300, it is all due to technical adjustments. Wow. Dude, we are two down in this series. The sun also played a huge part. Top 3 again threw their wickets after getting a start. Stop showing off in the PC, you must be the first person to lose his job. speedheat, raki05, ThePhenomenal1 and 2 others 2 3 Link to comment
The Dark Horse Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 30 minutes ago, Turning_track said: Before this test, it was all mental according to our management. Now after the end of 1st day as we have crossed 300, it is all due to technical adjustments. Wow. Dude, we are two down in this series. The sun also played a huge part. Top 3 again threw their wickets after getting a start. Stop showing off in the PC, you must be the first person to lose his job. Questons were being asked and now they are answered raki05 1 Link to comment
Turning_track Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 4 minutes ago, The Dark Horse said: Questons were being asked and now they are answered Badi der kar di meharban ne answer karne me. It'd be really fun to have coach & members of support staff address the PC after the end of play in each day of this test. We find the extent of their delusion. philcric, The Dark Horse, raki05 and 1 other 4 Link to comment
Lannister Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 What were you doing in the last 2 Test matches or during SA tour? Busy counting your salary? He had a full month time to get the batsmen ready before the start of the Test series and now we are already 2-0 down. raki05 and Gollum 2 Link to comment
speedheat Posted August 19, 2018 Share Posted August 19, 2018 This statement is equivalent to dhoni adjusting spinners 50% job Gollum, The Dark Horse, raki05 and 3 others 6 Link to comment
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