3rd Test: Australia v South Africa @ SCG Jan 4-8, 2023

[Munky]

88 piece bucket??

About a decade ago a larger bloke I know was staying a few nights with us when I lived in Newtown for an upcoming wedding.

While we were at work he drove to Jenolin Caves for a day trip. Got home from work and there was an empty KFC (10 to 20 piece) bucket.

The bucket was a self reward for the effort for the day. He didn't actually get out the car and walk any caves just drove there and back.

This story has no point but every time someone makes a KFC joke it's what I think about.

 

[Twizzle]

Hard to believe these Saffas were no 2 in the world when they arrived here.

 

[Munky]

Hard to believe these Saffas were no 2 in the world when they arrived here.

Makes alot of sense IMO

 

[TheParraboy]

Hard to believe these Saffas were no 2 in the world when they arrived here.

They were never number 2 before this series, were ranked no4

Lose 3-0 here and they still remain 4th...

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[simmo1]

I reckon this is the first test summer where i just wanted it to end. I've enjoyed the Australian performances but very disappointing opposition.

Not going to be any better next summer. Pakistan and Windies back again. Combined they are 0 wins 29 losses 2 draws in Australia since the mid 90s.

 

[AlwaysGreen]

Smith on his future: 'I really can't say how long I'll play for'

Smith on his future: 'I really can't say how long I'll play for'

The batter is still trying to get better and will take it "one tour at a time"

www.espncricinfo.com

 

[yobbo84]

I don't think we'll see any play today unfortunately.

 

[TheParraboy]

Smith on his future: 'I really can't say how long I'll play for'

Smith on his future: 'I really can't say how long I'll play for'

The batter is still trying to get better and will take it "one tour at a time"

www.espncricinfo.com

Turning 34 just before the ashes this year
Could go another 2 years at the top, though we all know at this age onwards the eyesight/reflexes/co-ordination detereoates

IMO he should ditch t20 after the BBL this summer (We dont play any t20 till Aug anyway)

Then ditch ODI after the WC later this year

Play tests another 3 years ? Play 30 tests in this period approx, another 3000 runs in the kitty ?

 

[TheParraboy]

I don't think we'll see any play today unfortunately.

Yup am pretty annoyed

If play is abandoned anyone know if ticket purchase is refunded?

 

[This Year?]

Mel Mclaughlin in pink

 

[Wizardman]

Yup am pretty annoyed

If play is abandoned anyone know if ticket purchase is refunded?

Im pretty sure it would be....definitely check.

 

[AlwaysGreen]

Bloody Sydney. Rain and pokie dens is all its good for.

 

[This Year?]

Bloody Sydney. Rain and pokie dens is all its good for.

Thanks for reminding me.

*puts on a pink nappy and starts the epic journey to the taj so I can have a slap*

 

[mozza91]

Typical shit Sydney weather.

 

[AlwaysGreen]

Not sure what to do here.

Bat until Mr Khawaja gets his 200 and then declare to try and get a result.

Or keep batting on knowing that rain is probably not going to get you a result.

 

[The Mad Hatter]

Not sure what to do here.

Bat until Mr Khawaja gets his 200 and then declare to try and get a result.

Or keep batting on knowing that rain is probably not going to get you a result.

Bat so Khawaja gets 300 and Renshaw gets 100. We don’t have the bowlers to take 20 wickets because some tosspot thought Agar should play

 

[AlwaysGreen]

5 of the last 8 Sydney tests have been draws. Most due to play lost to rain.

I think I'm morphing into Perth Red or Warnie.

 

[Wizardman]

Not sure what to do here.

Bat until Mr Khawaja gets his 200 and then declare to try and get a result.

Or keep batting on knowing that rain is probably not going to get you a result.

Yep, get 200 and roll the dice.

 

[mozza91]

5 of the last 8 Sydney tests have been draws. Most due to play lost to rain.

I think I'm morphing into Perth Red or Warnie.

They’ve got the Big Bash with Dan Ginnane’s commentary on at the ground. I’m thinking of morphing into Michael Hutchence or Kurt Cobain.

 

[TheParraboy]

I think we declare, bowl then out for under 200, and bat again...