JBH001
International Regular
Ah thanks. Never saw Sarfraz bowl, but Clark seems quite a bit better.
I do wonder though what would happen if a pair of batsmen really went after him.
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I do wonder though what would happen if a pair of batsmen really went after him.
archie mac
International Coach
Well we don't have a photo of Kumble so I had to use an Aussie for day one, so I thought I should put one up of an Indian player today
Unattainableguy
State 12th Man
would get out.
Unattainableguy
State 12th Man
India have no chance of saving this match now. They should really drop Wasim Jaffer for next match, bring in Sehwag, that will at least show some positive intent.
Pratters
Cricket, Lovely Cricket
India's abroad problem is over rated. They had a genuine problem in tests abroad but things are different from the 90s.
There are a lot of Indian posters with alternate view points. Don't know why you think they do not appraise the Indian team properly because every one has different view points. If you asked Anil, he would give you one answer while if you asked Honestbharani, he will give you another answer. I am quite happy with the Indian posters over all on the site. We discuss cricket, have a lot of different opinions and have had some excellent discussions. Hardly fascist fans.Evermind said:
JBH001
International Regular
Nah, dont think he is that good (though it does depend on the batsmen of course)
Kind of saw it in the second SL innings in Hobart when Sanga sort of got stuck in.
From what I remember Clark looked pretty helpless and ineffectual and went for over a 100.
Who knows? You may be right, but he seems too comfortable in his bowling sometimes, and it would be interesting to see what the result would be if a pair really got stuck in to him. What would his response be? Would he have one?
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Unattainableguy
State 12th Man
S Clark is amazing, I think it wouldn't be foolish to suggest he is at least as good as McGrath in Tests
archie mac
International Coach
I suggested that in my article
Pup Clarke
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Well we don't have a photo of Kumble so I had to use an Aussie for day one, so I thought I should put one up of an Indian player today
archie mac
International Coach
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Similar bowling actions (stiff upper bodies) and running styles (little, pitty-patty steps)
As for the feet position, batsmen should obviously try to put the bowler off, particularly when they're as accurate as Clark, by changing position. However, he's 6' 6" and when facing bowlers of that height most have a tendency to go back if anything because they give the impression of bowling from 20 yards not 22.
He also appears quicker than the speed gun as he hits the bat very hard
Basically, they should try something different but it's easier said than done
archie mac
International Coach
Really? Would have thought better of you than that Archie!
(this is a reply to your post prior to the one above AM)
You have to make 'big' statements, me, Warney and Chappelli
Unattainableguy
State 12th Man
Maybe you're right, but it is impressive how he has always been able to swing/seam the ball everytime I've watched him regardless of conditions etc.
JBH001
International Regular
Thanks. Some enlightening comments for me to ponder.
I just assumed that batsmen should be trying more to break up the comfortable line and length he bowls because 130kph is not really all that difficult a pace to handle for test level batsmen.
But yes, that height and probable gain off the pitch would make things difficult indeed.
You must be joking....I have not seen him(Safraz) bowl either....But for a long time he was considered better than Imran Khan and was Pakistan's main strike bowler in his era before Imran....I would think Stuart Clark has a fair way to go before he could be even considered on par with or better than Safraz, IMO.
Perhaps someone can bring Safraz Nawaz's stats up for us...
FaaipDeOiad
Hall of Fame Member
Don't forget people always said the same thing about McGrath and attacking him. It's simply not that easy to attack someone who bowls in the corridor on a length consistently, and does it at reasonable pace and with height to back it up. Chances are if you try and go after Clark you're going to get out, especially if he's getting anything in the air or off the wicket like today.
JBH001
International Regular
Not that impressive Jason. I know them off the top of my head.
Something like 170 odd wickets in 50 odd tests. Not that flash. Although I do think he is under-rated by some.
Fwiw, Clark already seems better than Sarfraz in my opinion.
Although, Sarfraz does get credit for discovering reverse swing.
Something like 170 odd wickets in 50 odd tests. Not that flash. Although I do think he is under-rated by some.
Fwiw, Clark already seems better than Sarfraz in my opinion.
Although, Sarfraz does get credit for discovering reverse swing.
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archie mac
International Coach
I still remember him taking 7 for one against Australia
