G_B_ Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Alastair Cook has called for "something to be done" about what he sees as personal attacks upon his ability as a captain by Shane Warne. Warne, who has a column in the Telegraph and works as a pundit on Sky Sports, has been a persistent critic of Cook since he was appointed to the England Test captaincy at the end of 2012. Often describing him as "boring" and "negative", he even suggested Cook should be replaced by Kevin Pietersen or Graeme Swann ahead of the winter Ashes series. Just as Warne used to test the patience and confidence of many England captains as a bowler, he has continued to trouble them as a pundit. While his recent criticism has been no more severe than normal, the repetitive nature of his comments - and he is nothing if not consistent - appears to have worn down Cook. The England captain finally snapped on Thursday in a radio interview with the BBC. "Something needs to be done," Cook said, "because in three years I've been England captain I have just, in my eyes, been criticised for a hell of a lot of that. "Yes, when we lose games of cricket as a captain you get criticised. But I've also won a lot of games cricket for England, won more one-day games than anyone as England captain, won an Ashes, won in India away and that's what I'm proud of as well. So to be criticised for three years, totally, with those results, I find quite hard to take to be honest with you. "Support and positivity is what this England team needs. The crowd at Lord's were brilliant, the public there were fantastic, got behind the lads and they really drove off it and a bit more support like that will hold everyone in good stead." Asked whether he thought the criticism was personal and whether a century at Leeds, where England play Sri Lanka in the second Test, would change anything, Cook replied: "Yeah, I think it is [personal]. It probably won't change anything, which is sad." It is unlikely Warne will be discomforted by Cook's words. Indeed, he may delight in Cook's irritation. Warne's loyalty to Australia is never too far from the surface and there were times over the recent Ashes series when he appeared to be goading England to change the tactics that had served them well in the previous few years. The 'mental disintegration' he used to attempt on the pitch, he continues to deliver from behind a microphone. And while Cook may win some sympathy from those who find it ironic that Warne accuses anyone of being boring - suffice it to say his commentary stints are remarkably consistent - his somewhat intemperate comments risk making him appear weak and defensive. This was an occasion when Cook might have been better advised to play with the straightest of bats. George Dobell is a senior correspondent at ESPNcricinfo RSS Feeds: George Dobell © ESPN Sports Media Ltd. http://www.espncricinfo.com/bangladesh-v-india-2014/engine/current/match/744683.html?CMP=chrome
undisputed chap Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Warne really has a deep seated hatred for english team. He only ever really respects swann & bell i think.
NareshK Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Clearly it was Cook's decision to play it safe which denied them the time to finish the game. I don't think any Aussie captain would have taken that long to declare. But it was not a surprise coming from an English captain who have always been pussies and have never taken risks because of a lack of self confidence. Warne belonged to a generation of Aussie cricketers who always played a very aggressive, positive brand of cricket and its obvious why he would not be happy with Cook's decision.
Old guy Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Clearly it was Cook's decision to play it safe which denied them the time to finish the game. I don't think any Aussie captain would have taken that long to declare. But it was not a surprise coming from an English captain who have always been pussies and have never taken risks because of a lack of self confidence. Warne belonged to a generation of Aussie cricketers who always played a very aggressive, positive brand of cricket and its obvious why he would not be happy with Cook's decision. Are u using tapatalk? Icf for me in browser is redirecting to some fishy site and then ad which opens in App Store ..
SLICKR392 Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Clearly it was Cook's decision to play it safe which denied them the time to finish the game. I don't think any Aussie captain would have taken that long to declare. But it was not a surprise coming from an English captain who have always been pussies and have never taken risks because of a lack of self confidence. Warne belonged to a generation of Aussie cricketers who always played a very aggressive, positive brand of cricket and its obvious why he would not be happy with Cook's decision. That's exactly why. Botham had a go at the Aussies during their debacle, din't see them whinging. Bunch of whiners!
putrevus Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Did Warne ever criticize his pal Clarke during Indian tour and homework gate?
NareshK Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Did Warne ever criticize his pal Clarke during Indian tour and homework gate? Clarke's captaincy was not the problem during India series. Their batsmen just couldn't adapt and they didnt have quality spinners to exploit the conditions. Warne did suggest his own squad for Ashes with Lehmann as coach on twitter if I remember correctly. He was the most vocal of critics of Aussie side during that period.
gattaca Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 As someone tweeted he is not dhoni to ask commentators to question his place or the selections.
putrevus Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Clarke's captaincy was not the problem during India series. Their batsmen just couldn't adapt and they didnt have quality spinners to exploit the conditions. Warne did suggest his own squad for Ashes with Lehmann as coach on twitter if I remember correctly. He was the most vocal of critics of Aussie side during that period. How is this Cook's captaincy at fault here, put yourself in his shoes there was a youngster who on debut rescues his side from a middle order collapse and may have saved them from losing the match is denied a chance to reach his 100 on debut. It is easy to be MMQB or pass judgement when your ass is not on the line. Cook is not stupid like Clarke who in the name of aggressive cricket almost lost a test for his team only to be saved by stupidity of umpires. Other than Aussies no other team take those chances, they can get away with it because in other countries there is difference in losing 0-3 and 0-4. If Trott goes haywire and KP is no show along with many other no shows it is not just cook's fault.
NareshK Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 How is this Cook's captaincy at fault here, put yourself in his shoes there was a youngster who on debut rescues his side from a middle order collapse and may have saved them from losing the match is denied a chance to reach his 100 on debut. It is easy to be MMQB or pass judgement when your ass is not on the line. Cook is not stupid like Clarke who in the name of aggressive cricket almost lost a test for his team only to be saved by stupidity of umpires. Other than Aussies no other team take those chances, they can get away with it because in other countries there is difference in losing 0-3 and 0-4. If Trott goes haywire and KP is no show along with many other no shows it is not just cook's fault. Not declaring and continuing to bat to set a target of 390 in 90 overs is defensive and negative captaincy. Sri Lanka were never going to chase anything more than 320-330 on the final day. Personal records are not important. At the end of the day, you play to win and you play as a team and not for individuals. His knock would have been more important had they won the test match. Any Aussie captain would have set 320 or even less and let Sri Lanka take their chances which would have given them a chance to win. As it turned out, England fell short of 1 wicket to win on the final day. Defensive cricket never pays.
putrevus Posted June 19, 2014 Posted June 19, 2014 Not declaring and continuing to bat to set a target of 390 in 90 overs is defensive and negative captaincy. Sri Lanka were never going to chase anything more than 320-330 on the final day. Personal records are not important. At the end of the day, you play to win and you play as a team and not for individuals. His knock would have been more important had they won the test match. Any Aussie captain would have set 320 or even less and let Sri Lanka take their chances which would have given them a chance to win. As it turned out, England fell short of 1 wicket to win on the final day. Defensive cricket never pays. Show me which country other than Aussies is not defensive, David Gower is still roasted in English Press for declaring that too after nine wickets down with just Bob Willis to bat against WI in a series which they were losing 0-3 if I am not wrong and lost 0-5. Gordon Greenidge slammed 214 and windies won by 9 wickets. it was a defensive move , cook just got white washed and had no spinner and pitch was flat.3 of his 5 bowlers he has no clue or trust. If he had declared at 350 and lost English Press would be merciless on him.
G_B_ Posted June 21, 2014 Author Posted June 21, 2014 If he fails in the India series its going to be hard for him to retain his captaincy Sent from my Hudl HT7S3 using Tapatalk
gattaca Posted June 21, 2014 Posted June 21, 2014 If he fails in the India series its going to be hard for him to retain his captaincy Sent from my Hudl HT7S3 using Tapatalk Not sure abt that with Ishant dharma bowling. He brought batsmen back to form. Can you imagine mcculllum scoring double century against any attack. I am sure he won't do that against Bangladesh too.
The Realist Posted June 23, 2014 Posted June 23, 2014 Piers Morgan @piersmorgan Captain Weasel is being exposed for the clueless clown he is today. Embarrassed to watch this tripe. Shane Warne was 100% right. #EngvSL :cantstop:
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