posted Sep 13, 2008

Sunnypompey

I'm glad somebody has a sence of perspecitive. It was only two and half Championship innings ago you were staring down the barrel of gun and almost certain relegation.

It's so tight in the division that you are more likely to finish 7th than 1st.

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posted Sep 13, 2008

Well, I am surprised that NO ONE has recognized what Tomlinson has done this season for Hampshire. His performance has played a crucial role thus far. I just hope weather or sloppy cricket from Notts or Somerset or Durham puts Hampshire at the top come the end of season!!

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posted Sep 13, 2008

Oh, I agree, expressmail. I didn't mention him in my post, because Tomlinson has performed throughout the entire season, rather than come good at the end of it. His performances over the last two seasons have proven what a quality bowler he is.

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posted Sep 14, 2008

Imran is quality! Hes pro'd for us this season and taken 80wkts at avg of 11... 12X5wh in past 12 games...
And you'll be pleased to know hes been offerd a contract at hamps for next yr

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posted Sep 14, 2008

Bangladesh cricketers boost for ICL


Dhaka: According to a report in Bangladesh news paper Prothom Alo, at least 14 Bangladesh cricketers – current and former – are set to join the rebel Indian Cricket League (ICL).
Former captain Habibul Bashar, Mohammad Rafique, Alok Kapali, Shahriar Nafees, Aftab Ahmed, Nazim Uddin, Farhad Reza and Dhiman Ghosh are among the players who will sign a contact with the ICL this week.

The ICL is not recognized by the ICC and players who have joined the league have been banned by their respective cricket boards. The ICL have applied to the ICC to recognize the league as official but the governing body is yet to take a decsion in this regard.

The next season of the ICL is set to begin from October 10. read more on www.cricketnirvana.com

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posted Sep 14, 2008

Miss Roonaldo...Where did you here/see that Tahir had been offered a new deal for next year?

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posted Sep 15, 2008

i hope that Dimi is removed as captain

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posted Sep 15, 2008

I agree I believe that Tahir has been an inspiration to give Hampshire what they needed to finish the season on a high. I do believe though that it's just coincided well with Terry leaving as I feel he lost the respect of the squad and they were playing without confidence or passion. Terry had a superb few seasons but we all know who really was in charge through those years??? and with said card shark not returning it proved how much the county relied on him as a person and leader as well as a player. I would like to see Tahir return next season but I think more needs to be complemented on how well Tomlinson's played this season? Also nothing been's said on here about Liam Dawson who has been terrific in the Pro 40's and unfortunately has been overshadowed in these arguements by an overseas player? Hampshire have now got the opportunity with Terry now not in the fold(who clearly appeared to have personal issues stopping him from selecting certain young, quality players) to build for the future and not rely on making sure the overseas player will help us win divisions and trophy's?

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posted Sep 15, 2008

James Tomlinson has been magnificent this season and has shown throughout the season what a fine bowler he is 64 cc wkts is not a fluke he perhaps should have played a few more pro 40 games but the rest between cc matches may have been a blessing. An outstanding candidate for player of the season.

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posted Sep 15, 2008

Saturday's Guardian just says 'contract discussions are under way' with Tahir. Don't think there's anything definite to report yet.

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