theegyptian
International Vice-Captain
Wonder whether Archer chooses England or West Indies. Dunno when he can play for England but I'd guess he just about walk into the team at that point. Most impressive for myself is the fact he has basically led the Sussex attack this season. He's regularly bowling 20-25 overs in a day when the other fast bowlers are bowling 15 or 16. To do that you a) have to be bowling well b) have the stamina to bowl 20-25 overs day in day out. (Watching the highlights and he seems to maintain the pace through the day.) I think it's very rare to find guys who can bowl mid 80s and maintain it through the day whilst hurrying batsman. Let alone a guy who is just 22 and has basically played one year of professional cricket. Also fields well and whacks the ball down the order. Could be a huge asset for whichever national team he ends up with.
Machan (wrist) joining the likes of Lumb and Greg Smith in retiring.
Machan (wrist) joining the likes of Lumb and Greg Smith in retiring.
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