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burr

State Vice-Captain
Well I went today and I was really looking forward to it - seeing VVS and Sachin. I was so dissapointed when both got out - Sachin looked set for a hundred and VVS wasn't really troubled until the dismissal. It was a bit of a let down in terms of India's score - I was hoping for a real competition but getting to see a Sachin 50 was great and the bowling was just a joy to watch, and I have to say ball of the day for mine was Hoggy's flipper to Ganguly. Poor Dravid though - that was a painful innings.
 

FaaipDeOiad

Hall of Fame Member
At 32 I can't see Stuart Clark getting beyond a 100 Test wickets at most ...and even that may be stretching it...
He'll have 100 wickets by the end of 2008, IMO. Assuming he plays another 3-4 seasons (say 50 tests in the modern era), which is certainly not a stretch given his recent performances, and his relatively economical style and lack of a history of injuries, I don't think even 300 wickets is out of the question. Definitely I'd be stunned if he didn't take more than 100.
 
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Son Of Coco

Cricket Web: All-Time Legend
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.
It's hard for a pair of batsmen to go after him when none of them seem to know what he's doing. so far in this game he's bowled short of a length and moved it away before darting one back in occasionally (he did this on both LBW's). In conditions where he's doing nothing with the ball then maybe. But he's a bit like McGrath, even on wickets that don't offer a lot of help he usually moves it around even if its by the smallest amount.
 

Son Of Coco

Cricket Web: All-Time Legend
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
I've heard a few comments about Clark's pace around the traps (and not suggesting you're making a fuss here, I just decided to reply to your post as it was close to the topic! :happy: ), and am a bit surprised at suggestions he's not very quick. Watching today he seemed to be mid to high 130's, which is more than quick enough to trouble batsmen if you're doing something with the ball.
 

Mister Wright

Cricket Web: All-Time Legend
This is why technology should be used, but backward people living in 1878 are to afraid to do that.
I'm undecided on this issue. I can see the benefits of both tbh. Love that the umpire has the final say and love that he can make mistakes which adds another dimension to a game. However, I would not be opposed to technology being increased for decision making purposes. So, I'm not fussed either way, however I have no problem with what is currently happening.
 

Mister Wright

Cricket Web: All-Time Legend
I've heard a few comments about Clark's pace around the traps (and not suggesting you're making a fuss here, I just decided to reply to your post as it was close to the topic! :happy: ), and am a bit surprised at suggestions he's not very quick. Watching today he seemed to be mid to high 130's, which is more than quick enough to trouble batsmen if you're doing something with the ball.
Until you've faced 130 on the bowling machine I don't think you can appreciate how tough it is to face someone bowling that fast. But then again, I'm not a test match batsman and not expected to score runs off someone bowling that quick.
 

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